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Katie Gary Obituary
Katie M. Gary
MERRILLVILLE, IN - Katie M. Gary, age 81, of Merrillville, IN, and former resident of Gary, IN passed away on May 16, 2022. She was a retired Surgical Technician at St. Margaret Mercy Hospital, formerly located in Hammond, IN. Katie was a devoted employee for 45 years managing the Surgical Instrument Department. She assisted doctors while they performed surgeries, as well as mentored student interns pursuing a career as Surgical Instrument Technicians.
Katie was preceded in death by parents, Anna Lee Streater and Reverend David Denard; and one sister, Dorothy "Dot" Streater.
She leaves to cherish her memory two devoted daughters and son in law, Rhonda R. Gary, Lisa D. Gary-Jones (Zuniza F. Jones); one cherished grandson, Caleb F.C. Jones; one brother, Samuel Streater, special nieces, Sonya Streater; Kamala Streater, Tamara Streater; two great-nieces and one great-nephew, Kaitlin, Christina, and Jason; as well as a host of other dearly loved nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and lifelong friends.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, masks are strongly suggested.
Funeral services will be held at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church located at 2325 W. 21st Avenue, Gary, IN on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Reverend Obie C. Lyons officiating.
Internment will be at Calumet Park Cemetery located in Merrillville, IN.
The repast will be held immediately following the internment at The Chateau located at 530 W. 61st Avenue in Merrillville, IN.
Expressions of sympathy, cards, and condolences can be mailed to the c/o Lisa Gary-Jones, P.O. Box 11000 Merrillville, IN 46411.
Professional services are being rendered by HINTON & WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME located in East Chicago, IN.
The Gary Family would like to express our sincerest appreciation & gratitude to all those who expressed love & condolences through calls, cards, prayers, and verbal encouragement. We would like to extend some words of encouragement, to those who will continue to cherish her memory, by author Kathy Ann's Mini Impressions:
"Have Faith... God is always with you, though it may not seem so; Have Hope... God's love surrounds you much more than you know; Have Peace... God has a special plan just for you; Have Joy... For always, come what may, God will help to see you through."
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Memories and Condolences
for Katie Gary
Yolanda Fisher-Williams
May 24, 2022
Rhonda and Lisa
My condolences to you and your family. Praying for your strength and comfort during your time of loss.
Janora Holmes
May 23, 2022
Lisa and Rhonda, me and my family send our heartfelt prayers and condolences. May God give you strength and comfort.
Betty Sparks-Bullard
May 23, 2022
Rhonda and Lisa,
I will always have fond memories of your mom with love and gratitude for wonderful woman that she was. Caleb was her heart and she could always make me laugh or smile about her times with him. The peace of our Savior is yours. Love you.
Rosa Askew
May 23, 2022
May our Lord and Savior comfort you during this time. Paul tells us to pray without ceasing. We know our God is able.
Kerry A. Williams
May 22, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. GOD Bless You Lisa And Your Family.
Sharon Skorupka Jeziorski
May 21, 2022
Rhonda and Lisa. I worked with your mom in the 1970´s. We had a lot of fun back then. Your mom was so sweet. My prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Annette Edge
May 21, 2022
Rest in peace Katie.I appreciated everything you taught me! Prayers for Rhonda and Lisa for strength. Your mom was a good woman and a mentor.
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