Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart
Hobart, Indiana
Aug 1, 1957 – Jan 8, 2020 (Age 62)
Gerald “Steve” Mantta, age 62, of Lake Station passed away Wednesday January 8, 2020 in his home. He was born August 1,1957 in Gary, Indiana to the late Gerald D. and Ruth (Suojanen) Mantta. Steve was a retired heavy equipment operator working out of Local Union #150 of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He loved his time spent with his family in the Mantta family garage and up North on the farm.
Steve is survived by his loving wife, Deborah; four daughters, Kristin Mantta of Lake Station, Stephanie (Steve) Medsker of Hobart, Shannon Chosa of Bayfield, WI and Heidi Hasse of Mishawaka; four grandsons, Austin Medsker, Alex Tothfalusi, Kyle Tothfalusi and Blake Chosa; his sister, Lynette Mantta of Tapiola, MI; and his aunts, Adele (Terry) Sintkowski of Baraga, MI and Judy (Dennis) Kotila of Chassell, MI.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his aunt, Helen (David) Hyrkas and Uncle, John Mantta.
Funeral Services will be 11:00 am Monday January 13, 2020 at Rees Funeral Home 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342 with Chaplain Craig Forwalter officiating. Visitation will be 2:00 to 8:00 pm Sunday at the Funeral Home.
Read MoreLady's your dad will be missed by many as he joins many of his lived one and old friends that passed to young ! Im glad i got to know each of you because of steve! Lovevyou all
Debbie
January 15, 2020 | Friend
Kelly and I send our deepest sympathies to your family. I knew Steve from when I was a kid. So sorry for the loss.
David Schmelzer
January 14, 2020 | Valparaiso, IN
Greg and I are so very sorry for your loss. It broke our hearts to find out about Steve and we're sending you much love. We will be there for the funeral services. Love, Greg & Heidi Hunt
Greg & Heidi Hunt
January 13, 2020 | Wanatah, IN | Family
My Dearest Deb and family. Youre all Ive thought about in the last week! Whoever reads this, please let Deb know we came to Steves viewing but no one was there. We sooo wanted to hug you and tell you how sorry we are for you and the kids and grandkids. We will be calling you soon! Love you!?
Pam Geiselman
January 12, 2020 | Portage, IN | Friend
Deb, Kristen, and Stephanie Thinking of you and sending love your way during this sad time. Love you all, Lyle and Evelyn
Lyle and Evelyn Ness
January 12, 2020 | Hobart, IN | Friend
Debbie, I was very sad to hear of Steve's death. I know that you & family have many wonderful memories. He was a wonderful husband, father & grandfather. My prayers are with you all.
Imogene Medsker
January 10, 2020 | Dyer, IN | Friend
Kristen, I am sorry for the loss of your father. With sincere sympathy, Rita Pappas
January 10, 2020
Debbie, so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. My thought and Prayers are with you and the family.
Ethel Teller
January 10, 2020
