Merrillville, Indiana
LOIS CARLETTA ORELUP (NEE WHISLER) MERRILLVILLE, IN Lois Carletta Orelup (nee Whisler), age 90, of Merrillville, currently resided at St. Anthony Nursing Home, passed away at St. Anthony Medical Center in Crown Point on Monday, February 18, 2013. Lois is survived by her children: Bernard C. (Barbara) Orelup, Jr., Susan (Larry) Wikman, and Rick (Michaeleen) Orelup; grandchildren: Bernie (Katie) Orelup, Bob (Kim) Orelup, Jim (Kerry Bender) Berdine, Melissa (Mick) Casler, Richard (Jenelle) Orelup, and Matthew Orelup; great grandchildren: Ally, Owen and Emery Orelup, Josh and Max Orelup, Karly, Jake and Noah Casler, and Khaleesi Orelup; brothers: Bob, Bill, Donald, Larry, and Jerry Whisler; sister, Carol Morris. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard C. Orelup, Sr.; parents: Carl and Mable Whisler; brother, Dillon; sisters: Darlene, Hattie, Jo, and Barbara. Lois' greatest joy was watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren grow up. Friends may meet with the family on Friday, February 22, 2013 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, Merrillville with Deacon Brian Nosbusch officiating. Interment will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. Please omit all flowers and consider a donation in Lois' name to St. Anthony Nursing Home in Crown Point. Sign guestbook or view directions at: www.GeisenFuneralHome.com(219) 769-3322
Susie, Bernie, and Ricky.... I didn´t know your mom had passed away. Sorry. My sisters, Shirley and Rose are both passed away. We had some good times at our pool! I live in Pingree Grove, IL now. Have 2 kids, 5 grandchildren and 2 Great grandchildren with a third on the way. Sorry to connect because your mom passed away. Donna Hull (Hansen)
Donna Hull Hansen
May 16, 2024 | Other
Bernie, our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kate and Bill Rohaly
February 24, 2013 | Crete, IL
Dear Sue,Bernard & Rick,
Your mom was always Aunt Carletta to us. She always had a big smile and good advice for Nancy. She used to call us every Christmas to see how we were doing and to bring us up to date on you guys.She was very proud of all of you. We send this message to express our deepest sympathy. She will be truly missed. With Love
Nancy & Bob Stevens
February 23, 2013 | Griffith, IN
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She will be greatly missed. We have a another angel to watch over us and I know she is back in the neighborhood again as we all remember.God speed Tunny and say Hi to every one for us. Love and Prayers Andy and Cathy
Andy and Cathy Medanich
February 22, 2013 | Dunnellon, FL
