Sophie Stepniewski

Sophie Stepniewski obituary, Westville, IN

Sophie Stepniewski

Sophie Stepniewski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bartholomew Funeral Home - Valparaiso on Nov. 6, 2025.

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Sophie Stepniewski, 104 of Valparaiso, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025. She was born January 19, 1921 in Gniezno, Poland, the daughter of Peter and Berniece Paluczynski. Sophie was a candy packer at Queen Anne Candy Company in Hammond for 44 years and was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Valparaiso. On June 14, 1945 she married Joseph Stepniewski who preceded her in death April 1, 1969. Surviving are her children, Vito Stennis of Highland, Rick Stepniewski of Valparaiso and Anna (David) Funk of Valparaiso, 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 3 half sisters. She was preceded in death by son Marion Stepniewski, daughter-in-law Kathe Stennis, her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Visitation will be held Friday, November 14, 2025,9 to 10 am with Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at St. Paul Catholic Church, Rev. Roque Meraz officiating. Burial will be in St. John St. Joseph Cemetery in Hammond, IN.
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