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Florence Dywan Obituary
Florence M. Dywan (nee Buda)
CROWN POINT, IN - Florence M. Dywan, a/k/a, GG or The Goodie Gram, celebrated her 93rd and last birthday surrounded by love on August 19, 2020, and passed away peacefully on October 18, 2020. She was the last surviving sibling in the Buda family of East Chicago, IN and was also preceded in death by the love of her life, Joe Dywan, who died almost 40 years ago. His five siblings also preceded her.
Florence and Joe Dywan had four children: Jeff (Jacque) Dywan of Marco Island, FL, Carl Michael Dywan of Highland, IN, Connie (Ray) Sullivan of Schererville, IN, and Johanne Dywan Synko of Highland, IN. Florence is also survived by seven grandchildren whom she loved dearly: Dina (Mike) Pattishall of CA, Abby (David) Fitch of CA, Kate (BJ) Brinkerhoff of IN, Meghan (Larry) Schindler of MA, Sarah (Dave) Whanger of SC, Beau (Kristina) Sullivan of IN, and Hannah Sullivan of TN. She was also Great-Grandmother to Bella and Maddie Pattishall, Shae and Beckett Schindler, Drew and Quinn Brinkerhoff, Braeden and Levi Sullivan, and Arona Whanger. She truly enjoyed watching them all grow and was a special part of their lives. She is also survived by many treasured nieces and nephews. Florence's many, many friends shared her joys – she was always ready for a fun time, especially if it included a nice meal out and a glass of wine (or maybe a small margarita) with family and friends.
Florence was blessed with many special caretakers over the years and was grateful for the excellent care she received from Drs. Hoehn and Ramsey. She spent the final year of her life at St. Anthony's in Crown Point, IN, where she received thoughtful and kind care. Florence was a very giving and compassionate person and she will be missed dearly but forever remembered in many hearts. Funeral Mass Saturday, October 24, 2020 directly at St. Michael the Archangel Church 1 E. Wilhelm Dr. Schererville, IN, with a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Martin Dobryznski officiating. Interment Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery – Crown Point, IN. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity or take a friend to lunch. Arrangements entrusted to SMITS FUNERAL HOME - Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact us at 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook at SMITSFH.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Florence Dywan
Mirza Raheem
December 18, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family.
Florence was truly a beautiful person.
Big Hearted, Kind, Loving and a lot of fun.
May she Rest In Peace.
Janice Plamowski
December 17, 2020
What a sweet lady. I know she will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Rosemary Puckelwartz
October 29, 2020
You Are With The Angels
Amanda Rushing
October 26, 2020
I had the pleasure of taking care of Florence when she first came to St Anthony's. She was quite a spunky lady but those are my favorite ones to take of. I loved talking to her and can still hear the sound of her laugh. She will be truly missed. Rest easy and fly high Miss Florence
October 24, 2020
Her beautiful and welcoming smile, her concern about my life and family when we would visit, her generous and giving heart. Aunty Flo,you will always be remembered by so many,but especially by my Family and me. Dearest cousin,s find peace and comfort in all the wonderful memories. Maralyn and Paul
LZ
October 22, 2020
What a lovely and beloved lady! I miss her and her amazing family all the time! She is the mother-in-law I never had, the grandma my children didn´t have and she is the example of what a loving mother and grandmother should be and what I strive to be. My heart misses her family. They are such genuine people and reflect the same qualities Flo had. Love in my heart to Connie and her beautiful family and, of course to Johanne. My deepest apologies ( you know why), my heartfelt sorrow in this terrible loss of such a beloved lady.
Tom Hoffman
October 22, 2020
To Jeff, Jacque, and all of your family, I want to extend my sincerest condolences. From the comments I'm reading here it is so obvious she was a very special person. How great that you had her around for so many years to love and enjoy.
Linda Matson
October 22, 2020
Joanne and Family so sorry about the loss of your Mom. She was really a nice lady. We will keep all of you in our thoughts...
Nancy Cowgill
October 22, 2020
Connie and family so sorry for your lost Your mom was a great lady I loved talking with her and seeing her and she raised 2 wonderful daughters. She really enjoyed life and was such a caring lady. Inviting you to go to lunch one of these crazy days. Love you all and God Bless. Tom and Nancy
Chuck & Kathy
October 22, 2020
Our Deepest Sympathy & prayers goes out to the entire "Sullivan & Dywan" Family at this time...
So very sorry for the loss of your Mother... She was such a Sweetheart, a great lady & family roll model I always thought.... Always there to support her Children from what I remember.. She always had a beautiful smile, very caring, happy, loving person, whom always made you feel so very welcomed, when ever around her, I recall..
"Connie & Johanne", I see a lot of your Mother in both of you, with all her loving & caring ways.. I'm sure your Father is so very proud of you both, watching over your Mother, like you both did, over the years... God Bless you Both...
May all of your family's fond memories of your Mother, forever have a special place in all of your hearts..
Your all in our thoughts & prayers at this time...
Paula Manley (Babincsak)
October 21, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
I will always remember Flo’s warm, caring and easy going personality...her laugh and smile. Flo was so full of life! She was one of my Mom’s dearest friends...They had so many good times together. She will surely be missed. May you find comfort in all of your beloved memories. I wish I could be there with you to celebrate her amazing life.
Chris Walter
October 20, 2020
Rest in Peace Auntie Flo . You will always have a special place in our hearts ❤❤
Mark Warholic
October 20, 2020
Whenever I saw Flo it was a greeting of a hug and kiss on the cheek and always with a big smile and a warm Hello!!! Spoke Her mind for sure...She will be truly missed by family and friends!!!
Timothy Ledna
October 20, 2020
I loved Aunty Flo; she came to all my special occasions growing up, including graduations, religious ceremonies, and birthday party's. I will never forget her kindness and warmth.
Andrea Lemon
October 20, 2020
Aunt FLo was very special to me. I will miss her.
Amy Warman
October 20, 2020
Aunty Flo was a warm and wonderful woman. Many of my fondest childhood memories were of wonderful celebrations with the Indiana family and cousins at her basement holiday parties. I always felt so welcome in her home and she had a wonderful smile I will always cherish. I know she is celebrating in heaven with Uncle Joe.
My condolences to the whole family, and may your wonderful memories bring you comfort .I will always remember her fondly. Amy (Duda) Warman
Jackie and Bishi Louis
October 20, 2020
Flo was an amazing lady. She and Lottie shared a special bond and I’m glad their getting to share time together again. A loving mother and a good family leader. She will be missed.
Vroni Gallagher
October 20, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ann Jutkus
October 20, 2020
My deepest sympathy to all .May you find peace and comfort in knowing she in God kingdom now .
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