Joachim "Joe" Maar

Monica, Bill, David, and Family I am fortunate to have known both Joe and Ginny, the Gruendels, and all of you! I moved from California to Hammond in 1986 to marry Warren Ohr. I was welcomed by all of you at Trinity Church. Both of your parents and your grandparents were special, blessed people. They were always so friendly and did so much for our church. Joe was very talented - he beautifully finished a very old telephone table for me. My condolences are with you.

My deepest sympathies to your entire family. I remember both of your parents very well when they would come to parents night at Hammond high. Such a lovely family. Lynne Kostopoulos

Dear Bill and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your father "Joe" Maar. I am taken by the bright warm look on his face and sincerely wish I could have known him. His is a remarkable story, demonstrating the courage and work ethic that built our country. I am sure he will be deeply missed. Peace be with you, Michael Baird

My sincere condolences, as Jo was always telling jokes and was so nice to me. I worked with him at Commercial Wallpaper, but moved to TX with work for almost 25 years before returning to NWI in 2023. I still have the little wooden sleigh he made me for Christmas and we display it every year. Marla G