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George Van Slyke Obituary
George A. Van Slyke, Jr., age 82, of Hammond, IN passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at Community Hospital, Munster, IN. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary K. Van Slyke (nee Beatty); son, George A. (Susan) Van Slyke III of Inverness, IL; daughters: Suzanne Van Slyke of Schererville, IN and Deborah (Wayne) Sebenste of Hammond, IN; five grandchildren: Patrick Van Slyke of Chanhassen, MN, Sean (fiance Noelle Pogany) Van Slyke of New York, NY, Alysia Sebenste of Hammond, IN, Erin Van Slyke of Inverness, IL and Derek (Erin) Sebenste of Noblesville, IN; one great grandson, Nolan Ryan Sebenste; sisters: Geane Anderson of Lake Dale, IN and Nancy Mraz of Dewey, AZ; brother, Charles (Rose) Van Slyke of Alexandria, VA; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents: George A. Van Slyke, Sr. and Berniece Van Slyke; sister, JoAnn Arndt (nee Van Slyke); and brothers-in-law: William Arndt, James Anderson and Tony Mraz. Funeral services will be held Monday, July 20, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from LaHayne Funeral Home, 6955 Southeastern Ave., Hammond, IN with Rev. Steve Kosinski officiating. Cremation to follow. Visitation will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2009 from 2:00-6:30 p.m. at LaHayne Funeral Home with a combined memorial service by American Legion Post #168 and Voiture 470 at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family would be appreciated. George was born in Hammond, IN and lived in this area all of his life. He graduated from Thornton Fractional High School, Calumet City, IL and worked for the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad for over 40 years as a carman. George served his country in the U.S. Navy in WWII from 1944-1947 as a Machinist Mate 3rd Class. He served on the USS Minneapolis in the Asiatic Pacific Third Fleet and the USS Huntington in the Meditteranean Fleet from 1946- 1947. George also served during the Korean War in San Francisco, CA at Hunters Point Navy Shipyards from 1950-1952. George was a member of the American Legion Post #168 of Hammond, IN where he was Commander for two years. He also was a member of Voiture 470 of the 40/8 where he was Chef de Gare. He also held several offices in the First District, American Legion. For information, please contact LaHayne Funeral Home (219) 845-3600 or at: www.lahaynefuneralhome.com.
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for George Van Slyke
Anna Willstead
July 19, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Don Baker
July 18, 2009
Dearest Van Slyke(s). Sad to learn of George's passing. My memories include his huge smile and "serious" handshake. There was never a doubt that George was happy to see you. Us kids were sooo lucky to have George & the other Moms and Dads to set us straight. God bless George and the entire Van Slyke family. May the Angels lead him into Paradise.
July 18, 2009
I was extremely sad to here of the passing of Mr. Van Slyke, a man I had been privileged to know vitually my entire life. At the same time, I could not help but reflect on all the fond memories of time spent with "Uncle Bud" and the entire Van Slyke family. I smile when I envision "Uncle Bud" and brother Bill looking down on us while bowling a few games at Bowl Era. My heart and prayers are with the Van Slyke family. (John Pederson,santa rosa beach,florida)
July 18, 2009
Mary K, I remember fondly crawling up the Hammond Tech fire escape tube over 60 years ago so that George and I could be with you and Bonnie at the dance. Don't remember how many times we slid backwards in that three story tube before we made it but it was worth it.
-Al Hofmann
Dennis Shults
July 17, 2009
George was a good legionnaire and a good friend, He will be missed
July 17, 2009
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING
OF YOUR FATHER SUE, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU IS OUR PRAYERS.
THE PINBREAKERS
(FRIDAY NITE ANNEX)
Cristina Van Slyke-Knighton
July 17, 2009
Aunt Mary Kay, I'm so sorry about Uncle Bud. I wish I could be there. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the whole family! Love, Cristina
Mary Anne & Elden LaHayne
July 17, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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