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Joseph Izynski Obituary

Joseph, age 66, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2015 at his home in Porter. He was the son of Joseph E. and Betty L. (nee Larson) Izynski, born on August 10, 1948 in Gary, IN. He was a resident of Porter for 14 years, owner and operator of Hy-Speed Car Wash in Gary, member of the Corvette Club, and a 1966 graduate of Merrillville High School. Survived by children, Sherry (Christopher) Izynski-Morris of Porter IN, Joseph R. Izynski Jr. of Washington State; grandson, Auston Stewart of Porter IN; mother, Betty L. Izynski of Valparaiso IN; siblings, Lana (Larry) DeRolf of Valparaiso IN, Joyce (Greg) Morris of Carmel IN, Dr. Ronald (Linda) Izynski of Valparaiso IN; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by father, Joseph E. Izynski. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the Dykes Funeral Home, 2305 N. Campbell St., Valparaiso IN. Interment, Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville IN. Friends may call on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at the Dykes Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Sickle Cell Anemia Association, or donor's choice. Arrangements by Dykes Funeral Home, Inc. (219) 462-3125.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 16, 2015.

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Stephanie Santaquilani

March 25, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Ralph was for me strong, sweet, caring, understanding, and hard working. He loved his grand kids (Austin). He was a good soul that will be greatly missed. Your Friends at Bucciconi Eng. Co., Inc. Gary

March 19, 2015

We have happy memories of Ralph and will keep them always. We're very sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susie and Tim Toncheff

March 19, 2015

We at Sojourner Truth House add our condolences and prayers! "Ralph" was a wonderful man. He held fundraisers for many organizations in Gary including ours. He took such good care of his workers and was committed to being a good business in Gary. We bless him on his way to new life. We hold all of his family in our hearts. S. Peg Spindler and staff of Sojourner Truth House

Mary Sandifer

March 19, 2015

I will Cherish the memories of our friendship 4ever. R.I.P my Friend! I Love You Ralph.

Kris Fannin

March 18, 2015

Sherry, so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult and sad time.

Dawn, Mario, Elaina, and Griffin

March 18, 2015

We are so very sorry you lost your grandpa Austin.

Cheree Hargrove

March 18, 2015

Sherry (Christopher) Izynski Morris and the entire Izynski family. So sorry for your loss. Words can never fill the void you may feel this day. Just know you are in my prayers and thoughts. My God give you peace and comfort during this time.

Tedd and Victoria Payne

March 17, 2015

Our thoughts are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Joe and Liz Romeo

March 17, 2015

Ron, Linda and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With deepest sympathy,

March 17, 2015

My Deepest Sympathy goes out to entire Izynski family, may you find peace for your Loved one! I will 4ever cherish the good memories I have of Ralph.....May peace be with you! Sincerely Mary Sandifer

Jim Behnke

March 17, 2015

To the Izynski family. Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Terry (Minard) Howie

March 16, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Betty, I speak also for my late parents, Manley and Mattie.

Ted and Bess Megremis

March 16, 2015

We knew him as "Ralph" Izynski. He worked had, was a great guy, out-spoken but kind and above all, cared about his family. We will miss him. Our deepest condolences to his mother, Betty, his daughter, Sherry, and the rest of the Izynski family.

vikki stolarz

March 16, 2015

To the izynski family so for your loss, vikki benjamin-stolarz

Josephine Hamang and Family

March 16, 2015

We are so sorry for the loss of Joe (Ralph). The memories we have of all the Izynski and Hamang Families fun times will forever be in our hearts. God Bless the entire family during this most difficult time.

Connie Safko

March 16, 2015

Sherry so sorry to hear of the loss of your father.

Kathleen Strohbach

March 16, 2015

My sympathies to you and your family. Your father will be missed greatly.

Kim Ford

March 16, 2015

Sherry, My Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of need. I'm so sorry for your lose.

Otho Lyles

March 16, 2015

Sorry to here about the loss of Joe, Joe was a business and community friend. He will be sadly missed. Peace be with the family.

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