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Daniel Flores Obituary

DANIEL M. FLORES, SR. HAMMOND, IN
Daniel M. Flores, Sr, age 78, U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, of Portage and formerly of Hammond, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Beloved husband for 52 years to Janet A. Flores (nee Teeple); loving father of Timothy (Evon) Flores, Regina (Ronald) Jones, Gregory (Darlene) Flores, Antonio (Millie) Flores, Mark (Reva) Flores, Scott (Eva) Flores, Daniel Flores, Jr., Jodi (Mike) Fentress, Michelle (Mario) Garcia, and Jennifer (Angie) Flores; cherished brother of Eloise (late Ernest) Munoz; proud grandfather of 30; dearest great grandfather of 13; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Daniel was a graduate of Bishop Noll High School. He was with the 101st Airborne during the Korean War. Daniel was a Precinct Committeeman of the 2nd District of Hammond. He enjoyed coin collecting and was an avid sports fan, especially with the Cubs, Bears, and Notre Dame. He was retired after 20 plus years with Allis-Chalmers. Most of all, Daniel loved spending time with his family. Family and friends are invited to meet with the family Friday, April 5, 2013 from 3:00-9:00 PM at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME, 6955 Southeastern Ave., Hammond. Services will be held Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 10:00 AM at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME. Interment at Concordia Cemetery in Hammond. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at (219) 845-3600 or visit our web site at: www.lahaynefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times on Apr. 4, 2013.

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Jenn Drapac

April 6, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bob and Lisa Legel

April 6, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. "Grandpa Flores" was a great, great man. We will miss him. May god take you in his arms and comfort your family. See you in heaven grandpa.

Nancy Evans

April 6, 2013

To the Flores Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of Mr. Flores and know he is up in Heaven watching all of you! Thoughts and prayers are with you all!

April 5, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I took care of Dan for several years at the Portage and Hobart Dialysis units. He was very special. His face would light up when talking about his beautiful family. I feel very blessed that I was able to get to know him. Thank you and God bless you all- Love Yvette Lambersie

April 5, 2013

I remember Mr. Flores as a kind, caring person. It was always a pleasure to talk to him at Jen's and Missy's softball games. My deepest sympathy to the whole Flores family.

Vickie Estes

Dawn Hott

April 5, 2013

Sorry for the loss of Dan. I am blessed to have known him for a short time. He was always kind and caring, and will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace Dan.

Carol McCormack

April 5, 2013

Greg, Darlene, Megan & Gregory:

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. You have my deepest sympathy.

Karen Ozug

April 5, 2013

I am so very sorry for you and your familes loss. He did great things, and I thank him for the sacrafices he made. I will be praying for you and your family at this difficult time.
God Bless you...

Lisa Chambers

April 5, 2013

Mr. Flores (Pops), was a very caring and loving man, the love that he had for his family and others was like no other, he will be truly missed, our prayers go out to the family

April 5, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember going to the house in Hammond after school and he was always so nice and happy. I am here if you need anything.
Heidi Wood (Mize)

Theresa Hellems

April 5, 2013

Sorry for your loss, he will be deeply missed. From The Hellems Family...

Tasha Johnson

April 5, 2013

Rest peacefully in heaven!!

Anayvonne Guillermo

April 5, 2013

So sorry for the loss of such a amazing , wonderful man. My childhood was blessed by having him in it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time. He will be greatly missed.

Beverly Ward

April 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your lose. Your Mom and Dad are good people. I don't know how to get in touch with any of you, but want to let you know the Ward family from the old days in turner park have you all in our prayers. Bev Ward

April 4, 2013

No words can take away your families pain
i'am so deeply sadden by your loss i pray your whole family can heel from your sorrow,may god be with each and everyone of you guys,more so(JAN)your mom
GOD BLESS ANA CARRERO

Kerry Mitchell

April 4, 2013

Mr. Flores was a nice man and a good neighbor. May he Rest in Peace.

Isabel & Joe Escobedo & Family

April 4, 2013

Greg;
Sorry to hear about your Dad. Cherish his memories and that will help you get through the pain. He is now your guardian angel. Tell your familia especially your mom that they have our deepest sympathy. May God Bless You & Your Family.

Margie Waupsh

April 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.

Mary Anne & Elden LaHayne

April 4, 2013

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