John Kachur Obituary

John Kachur

SCHERERVILLE, IN - John Kachur, age 87, of Schererville, formerly of Merrillville, passed away on November 21, 2021. He was born in Gary, son of John and Anne (Tomasic) Kachur.

Survived by wife, Elizabeth June (Murray); three children: Rebecca (John) DeLorenzo of Melbourne, Australia, Peter (Stephanie) of Plainfield, IN, Douglas (Louonna) of Zionsville, IN; eight grandchildren: Lauren, Jonah, and Mitchell DeLorenzo, Peter, Lucy, Piper, Margaux, and Andrew Kachur; brother, Donald (Diane) Kachur. John had great pride in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.

John was a member of St. Andrew Parish, Knights of Columbus Council 4047, Indiana & Lake County Retired Teachers Assoc. He served in the Army Medical Corps with the 395th Evacuation Hospital during the 1961-62 Berlin Crisis.

He was a 60-year employee of the Gary Community School as an intervention specialist. For many years John also taught adult education classes for the Latin American Family Education Program (LAFEP). He took pride in his career as a teacher and his dedication reached a countless number of lives in the region.

John was an alumnus of Bishop Noll High School class of '53. He earned a degree in Business and a MS in Education, both from Indiana University.

He enjoyed woodworking, big band and swing music, WWII history, and his vocation as a teacher. John took pleasure in travel, in particular the Pacific trips to Japan, China, and thirteen visits to his daughter's family in New Zealand and Australia.

Direct cremation and arrangements entrusted to RENDINA FUNERAL HOME with interment at Calumet Park Cemetery.

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Published by The Times on Nov. 28, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for John Kachur

9 Entries

Kardetra Redmond

March 12, 2022

Mr. Kachur was my favorite 5th grade teacher! He had a great sense of humor and always made the class laugh! It saddens to hear he´s passed away. We will all miss you Mr. Kachur!

Jodi Parrett

December 19, 2021

Mr Kachin was my teacher friend from across the hall at Ivanhoe in Gary. He was a role model to both children and teachers. His artistic talent was matched by few. He will be missed by so many. I will miss our yearly exchange of Christmas cards but will hold fond memories of him through my years.

Miquell Mitchell

November 30, 2021

Mr. Kachur was the epitome of a gentleman. I enjoyed working with him in the Adult Ed. Program with Gary Community Schools. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Please keep in mind the scripture at Act 24:15. You will be in my prayers.

Dale Rebar

November 29, 2021

My condolences to the Kachur family. Cousin John was a great influence to me with his artistic talent, wonderful wit and the "Kachur" sense of humor. As a child while visiting his father, my great-uncle John was always busy in his garage workshop creating beautiful woodworking projects, mostly religious objects that he would gift as Christmas presents. When I was about five years old, great uncle John sat me down next to him and drew a carousel horse, this was magic to me and inspired me to sketch and become an artist. I still have that carousel horse sketch. I was also fortunate to have cousin John is a fifth grade teacher at Pittman Square. I remember him as the go to guy for creating get well cards that would be signed and given to a teacher or administrator that was under the weather and needed well wishes. His artistic talents were also reflected in his classroom decor. Movie day in his classroom was a treat and our `window to the world´. Wonderful memories of a great man and his family. Love and God´s blessings to the Kachur family. Sincerely, Dale Rebar

Kevin A Grove

November 28, 2021

He was 5th and 6th grade teacher in 68-69. He inspired to always want to be my best. I´m sure glad I was able to be a part of Pittman Square reunion 7 years ago.

Michael Hunter

November 28, 2021

As a former student of Pittman Square Elementary in Gary, Indiana where I was one of Mr. Katchur's patrol boys, I am proud to have known Mr. Katchur and so sorry for his families loss.

Nancy Samardzija Buckley

November 28, 2021

I was saddened today to see that Mr. Kachur had passed away. I had many great teachers at Pittman Square in Glen Park but he was my favorite. When he was going to get married to his wife, I with the help of my parents organized a collection of money from my 6th grade class to give to them as a shower gift. Last year May after I posted in The Times newspaper about my 31st wedding anniversary, a couple weeks later I received a beautiful card & letter from him, it made my day to think he remembered me among all the students he taught. I sent him a thank you card immediately. I now wish I'd of posted this year in May for my 32nd, so I might have received another beautiful letter one more time. My condolences to his family, he was the best!

Roger Montgomery Jr.

November 28, 2021

Mr. Kachur was my 5th and 6th grade social studies teacher in the early 80s at PittmanSquare Elementary. He was easily one of my favorite teachers, I remember him playing the old radio programs for us like the Shadow. He had an amazing impact on my life and I do not have the words to express how much he meant to me. Thankyou for your service to our community and our Country. Rest Easy Mr. Kachur, we'll take it from here sir! Prayers to his family in there time of grief and loss. May God wrap his spirit around you and comfort you. The world is a lesser place with Mr. Kachur no longer in it.

Staci Everett

November 28, 2021

One of the best teachers I ever had! He made an imprint in my life. I will be forever greatful for his kindness and teachings. God Bless and may he rest in peace...Pittman Square alumni

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