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PATRICK EATON Obituary

Patrick Donald Eaton HAMMOND, IN - Patrick Donald Eaton, age 59, of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 16, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Regina R. Eaton (Nee Deming); two daughters: Crystal Eaton and Samantha (fiancée Daniel Smitka) Eaton; four grandchildren: Richard and Savannah Eaton and Anna and Danny Smitka; three sisters: Dorothy (Jack) Cain, Mary Lou Eaton, Donna (Bill) Hinson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends and his dog Pepper. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Nellie Eaton; three brothers: Lawrence, Michael and Dennis, and many good friends. Pat was born in East Chicago and is a lifetime resident of Hammond. He is a 1978 graduate of Morton High School. Pat has worked in the maintenance department of Poly John Enterprises for the past 31 years. Pat enjoyed hunting, camping and the outdoors, he was a self-taught handyman and jack-of-all-trades. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be dearly missed. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. with a time of visitation from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville). with Rev. James A. Thomson officiating. Private cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family would be appreciated. For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600, or www.bockenfunerals.com

Published by The Times on Aug. 20, 2018.
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I think about pat and regi often the parties in the backyard the two of them together you could just see the love. God received two wonderful ppl. We were all blessed to be able to know them.

Regana n

August 15, 2021

Regina I'm so sorry for your loss I just wanted to let you know how deeply sorry I am. Pat was a great man do anything for anyone. He will be greatly missed.

Regana Nordyke

August 26, 2018

RIP MY BROTHER FROM ANOTHER MOTHER I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH MY BEST FRIEND AND ALLY!!!

TOMMY BYRD

August 24, 2018

Regina and girls, I am saddened to hear of the passing of your loving husband and father. I pray for peace and understanding for all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Peggy (Woods) Michelin

August 24, 2018

RIP Pat.

Rick

August 21, 2018

Mary and family,
My deepest sympathy. May your memories help you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

Debbie Kochis

August 21, 2018

Mary, my prayers and condolences to you and the family.

Mitzi Gray

August 20, 2018

To our dearest brother, who we will miss dearly, love and miss you, Rest In Peace

Your sisters

August 20, 2018

Rest easy my friend...

JOHN

Coworker

August 20, 2018

My lovely brother who I love so much,you will be dearly missed, love and miss You

Donna Hinson

August 19, 2018

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