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Lois Orelup Obituary

LOIS CARLETTA ORELUP (NEE WHISLER) MERRILLVILLE, IN Lois Carletta Orelup (nee Whisler), age 90, of Merrillville, currently resided at St. Anthony Nursing Home, passed away at St. Anthony Medical Center in Crown Point on Monday, February 18, 2013. Lois is survived by her children: Bernard C. (Barbara) Orelup, Jr., Susan (Larry) Wikman, and Rick (Michaeleen) Orelup; grandchildren: Bernie (Katie) Orelup, Bob (Kim) Orelup, Jim (Kerry Bender) Berdine, Melissa (Mick) Casler, Richard (Jenelle) Orelup, and Matthew Orelup; great grandchildren: Ally, Owen and Emery Orelup, Josh and Max Orelup, Karly, Jake and Noah Casler, and Khaleesi Orelup; brothers: Bob, Bill, Donald, Larry, and Jerry Whisler; sister, Carol Morris. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard C. Orelup, Sr.; parents: Carl and Mable Whisler; brother, Dillon; sisters: Darlene, Hattie, Jo, and Barbara. Lois' greatest joy was watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren grow up. Friends may meet with the family on Friday, February 22, 2013 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, Merrillville with Deacon Brian Nosbusch officiating. Interment will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. Please omit all flowers and consider a donation in Lois' name to St. Anthony Nursing Home in Crown Point. Sign guestbook or view directions at: www.GeisenFuneralHome.com(219) 769-3322

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Published by The Times from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2013.

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Donna Hull Hansen

May 16, 2024

Susie, Bernie, and Ricky.... I didn´t know your mom had passed away. Sorry. My sisters, Shirley and Rose are both passed away. We had some good times at our pool! I live in Pingree Grove, IL now. Have 2 kids, 5 grandchildren and 2 Great grandchildren with a third on the way. Sorry to connect because your mom passed away. Donna Hull (Hansen)

Kate and Bill Rohaly

February 24, 2013

Bernie, our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom. You and your family are in our prayers.

Nancy & Bob Stevens

February 23, 2013

Dear Sue,Bernard & Rick,
Your mom was always Aunt Carletta to us. She always had a big smile and good advice for Nancy. She used to call us every Christmas to see how we were doing and to bring us up to date on you guys.She was very proud of all of you. We send this message to express our deepest sympathy. She will be truly missed. With Love

Andy and Cathy Medanich

February 22, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She will be greatly missed. We have a another angel to watch over us and I know she is back in the neighborhood again as we all remember.God speed Tunny and say Hi to every one for us. Love and Prayers Andy and Cathy

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