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Irene Malasto Obituary
Irene R. Malasto
VALPARAISO, IN - Irene Rose Malasto (nee Karlowsky), age 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at Addison Pointe in Chesterton, IN, surrounded by family. She was born on March 30, 1927, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Charles and Neva Karlowsky. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Arthur S. Malasto. Together they had six children, Judy (Bruce) Leetz of Valparaiso, Charles (Patricia) Malasto of Valparaiso, Steve Malasto of Hills, IA, Jim (Donna) Malasto of Ruskin, FL, Linda (Bob) Sanders of Chesterton, IN, and Tom (Christi) Malasto of Indianapolis, IN; 18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren.Irene was a full time homemaker and a supportive wife to her husband. She loved the community and took joy in participating in many ways to better it. She attended St. Paul's Catholic Church and was a Past President of the Oasis Club. She was also a member of Delta Theta Tau philanthropic sorority.
A private family mass was held with a burial following. In celebration of her life, if you so choose, please make a contribution of time or money to the Porter County Community Foundation, the Valparaiso Parks Foundation, VNA Hospice or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by DYKES FUNERAL HOME, INC. (219)-462-3125.
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Memories and Condolences
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Brenda (Schwinkendorf)Swift
October 16, 2019
God Bless all the family. I worked under Mr. Malasto at PMH briefly( before he retired) as a Nurses Aide on 4E.
Caren Jankowski
October 11, 2019
Condolences to Irene's family. What a sweet lady. I met Irene thru Oasis Club in 1970 when I was relatively new to Valpo. She never failed to make me feel as welcomed as that first meeting. After years together in the club and visiting with Irene and her husband thru church events, I always smile when I think about her. She was special.
Christa Emerson
October 10, 2019
Judy, Bruce and family--Irene left many wonderful and lasting legacies, and I am very appreciative of all that she has done for our community. May she rest in peace. Love to you all.
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