Michael J. Marlow

Michael J. Marlow

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Michael J. Marlow, age 83, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Michael is survived by his daughters: Ann Marie Marlow and Catherine "Kat" (Richard Kubic) Marlow. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Barbara; parents, George and Ann Marlow; and sister, Georgeann Tomlin.

Michael's life was marked with significant contributions to his country, community, and profession. He joined the Navy Reserves in 1957 and graduated from Lew Wallace High School in 1958. He served as part of the Construction Battalion (Seabees) and was on active duty from 1959-1960 in Jacksonville, FL and spent seven months in Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962.

Michael earned his bachelor's degree in engineering from Purdue Calumet. He was a respected land surveyor in Illinois and Indiana. He worked for the EJ&E Railroad and later retired from Alfred Benesch.

Michael was an active member of the America Legion Post 180, where his passion for supporting fellow veterans shone brightly. His involvement as trustee of the Croatian Fraternal Union 170 further demonstrated his commitment to fostering strong bonds within his heritage and community.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 3:00 PM-7:00 PM at SOLAN PRUZIN FUNERAL HOME, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville, IN 46375. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 10:30 AM DIRECTLY at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 3025 Highway Ave., Highland, IN 46322 with Rev. Brian Chadwick officiating. Michael will lie in state at the church from 10:00 AM until time of service. Entombment to follow at St. John St. Joseph Cemetery in Hammond, IN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Honor Flight Chicago or Our Lady of Grace School in Highland, Indiana. Solanpruzinfuneralhome.com