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Edward Ibarra Obituary

Edward D. "Fast Eddie" Ibarra, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Born to Rose and the late Salvador Ibarra in Gary, Indiana. Eddie Graduated from Lew Wallace High School Class of "1970" and later attended Purdue University. He leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Isidra T. Ibarra; mother, Rose Ibarra (nee Morales); sister, Brenda Ford; brother, William Ibarra; nephew, Jim (Kim) Ford; great-nephew, Beckham Ford; aunts, uncles, and many cousins. Preceded in death by his father, Salvador Ibarra and one brother, Arthur Ibarra. Edward worked for U.S. Steel, Gary Community Schools, Gary Police Auxiliary Department and was a member FOPA Lodge #125 in Lake County, Indiana. He enjoyed watching movies, baseball, football and the Food Network Channel. He was always cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and occasionally the Chicago Bears. Edward was a devoted father, son, brother and uncle. He had a kind heart and was always helping others. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Services will take place on Thursday, March 23, 2017 with prayers at Rendina Funeral Home (5100 Cleveland St. Gary, IN) at 9:15 a.m. to St Joseph the Worker Church (330 E 45th Ave, Gary, IN) for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at Rendina Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information please call 219.980.1141 or visit www.mycalumetpark.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 21, 2017.

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Stephen Schroeder

March 15, 2025

Still think about you buddy,miss you at work.

Stephen Schroeder

March 15, 2021

Still miss talking to you every day my friend

Stephen Schroeder

March 15, 2020

I was just thinking about you the other day my friend. Miss seeing you at work.

Debbie Jarvis

March 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss,Izzy. I wish I would've known sooner, so I could've been there for you. No one will ever take your dad's place, but he is watching over you always. May God grant him eternal rest.
Love,
Debbie (Rybicki) Jarvis

Barbara Dickerson Bridges

March 22, 2017

Sorry for your loss. I remember Eddie from St Joseph the Worker. He was a great guy.

March 22, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the family.

May your treasured memories and the drawing close to Almighty God in prayer comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.

PD-GA

Jeanne Bombassaro

March 22, 2017

Brenda and family,
My condolences on your loss. I hope you all find comfort in many happy memories.

Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr

March 22, 2017

Brenda & family,

Your brother Ed is at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. When Ed was on Auxiliary, we'd talk from time to time. May The Creator bring you peace during this time. Back in the days...

Connie Armenta Gonzales

March 21, 2017

Rose, Brenda and family members, sending you blessings in this time of sadness.

Regina Hunter

March 21, 2017

To Brenda & Family,
God is our refuge and strength Psalm 46:1
My thoughts and prayers our with you.

Stephen Schroeder

March 21, 2017

I worked with Eddie for 6 yrs. at Alloy Control (US Steel), he sat at the corner of our desk untill I transferred out 2 yrs ago.he was a very hard worker and took pride in what he did.he showed me what to do when I had to fill in for him on his vacations.he will truly be missed .rest easy my friend.....

Regina Hunter

March 21, 2017

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 21, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

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