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Arthur Okerstrom Obituary
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WHITING, IN - Arthur Okerstrom, Sr., 91, of Whiting, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Franciscan Health, Munster. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Ann (nee Perhach); loving father of Art Okerstrom; dearest brother of Roger (Karen) Okerstrom; many dear nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 12:00 noon at the BARAN FUNERAL HOME, 1235 119th St., Whiting with the Rev. Mark R. Peres, C.PP.S., of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting, officiating; Interment, St. John Cemetery, Hammond; visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The St. John Rosary Society, together with members of the parish, will offer prayers at the funeral home on Thursday at 4:30pm. Expressions of sympathy may be placed online at http://www.baranfh.com.
Art Okerstrom was born on October 29, 1932, in Chicago, IL, to Eric and Thyra (Peterson) Okerstrom and was a longtime resident of Whiting. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting and was a US Army Veteran. He was a retired tool and die maker for Chicago Wilcox Co., South Holland, Illinois with a service of forty years. He was an avid Chicago White Sox, Bears, and Blackhawks fan and enjoyed golfing. He was a proud member of the Pat's Tap Bowling team. Art was a kind man who never had a bad thing to say about anyone. He was the best father and an even better husband. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. The Knights of Columbus, Pope John XXIII Council 1696 will offer prayers at the funeral home on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. (219) 659-4400.
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Mark Moore
March 21, 2024
I had the good fortune of working with Art for many years. Learned a lot from him, had a lot of laughs with him. Enjoyed meeting him on Thursday mornings for breakfast before work, and playing horseshoes at lunchtime. Prayers for Ann and Art.
Steve Anthony
March 21, 2024
Art was a true gentleman, courteous, friendly and helpful to all. I had the pleasure of working with him for over 30 years. My condolences to Ann and Art. He will truly be missed.
Steve Anthony
Marty J
March 20, 2024
A very good and kind man. Whiting will miss you my friend.
Marty J
March 20, 2024
Just a good guy all around. He will be missed.
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