Marie Herrera, 67
of Hammond, IN passed away April 29, 2019 with her family by her side.
She was born to the
late Stephen and Jean Fedor, August 14, 1951, in East Chicago, IN.
Marie graduated
from East Chicago Washington High School in 1969. She married her high
school sweetheart, Joseph on May 26,1973.
Marie is survived
by her children: Kelly (Kenneth) Prince, of Chesterton, IN; Ryan Herrera, of
Whiting, IN; Grandchildren; Madeline and Maxwell Prince; Sister Dolores
McGee, Brother Stephen (Rhonda) Fedor. She is survived by a host of nieces
and nephews.
Marie is
predeceased by her granddaughter, Jordan Jaeger.
Marie worked at Van
Til’s in Hammond for 15 years. She ended her working career as a bartender
at the Majestic Star Casino in Hammond. In her past time, Marie enjoyed
gambling and spending time with her grandchildren.
Marie was immensely
proud of her family, and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories. Marie
will be greatly missed by those that know and love her.
The family wishes
to thank all of those who cared for her during her last days.
For those who have
known Marie in her fruitful journey with us, a celebration of her life will
be held on Friday, May 3, 2019, at The River Church, 75 E. 1100 N,
Chesterton, IN, 46304, from 4-7 p.m. Pastor Nowell Hardin will officiate the
services beginning promptly at 4 p.m., with visitation to follow.