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John C. Ursta GARY/PORTAGE - John C. Ursta, age 74 a longtime Gary and Portage resident passed away Monday September 3, 2018 at the Golden Living Nursing Home in Portage. He was born on September 6, 1943 in Gary, IN to the late John and Mary Ursta. He served his country in the U.S. Army helping to guard the Berlin Wall. John retired from U.S. Steel Gary Works. He was a member of the Hobart Elks and also worked there as a bingo caller. John was an avid White Sox fan. He is survived by his sister, Cynthia (Roger) Ershick, his brother, James (Janice) Ursta, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanna, his parents, John and Mary, and one brother, Danny. Funeral services are Friday, September 7, 2018 at 3 p.m. at REES FUNERAL HOME, OLSON CHAPEL, 5341 Central Ave., Portage. Cremation will follow. Visitation is Friday just prior to the service from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. (219) 762-3013 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

Published by The Times on Sep. 6, 2018.

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David Creason

October 22, 2019

Knew John from 5th grade, Franklin School (Glen Park) & on. Such a great guy. I remember him & his Butterfly net, trying to catch some for Ms. Lemon's (9th Grade) Biology Class. Also, when he "danced" the Blue Danube for 8th Grade function, at Franklin. REALLY good guys like John are rare!! Condolences to his family!

September 22, 2018

My deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one. May your family be comforted by God who loves you. (John 3:16)

bob bauer

September 7, 2018

my condolences to the ursta family. john "grunt" as I knew him, was a lifelong friend of my brother willie and myself from glen park! rest in piece john bobby

Kevin and Bridget Gates

September 6, 2018

Jim, Jan and Family- We are so very sorry for the loss of you brother. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

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