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Carl A. Vernia

April 13, 1940 - August 2, 2022
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Geisen-Pruzin Funeral & Cremation Services
6360 Broadway Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
219-980-9070 | Map
Sunday 8/7, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Prayer Service will be at 3:00 PM.

Cemetery
Calumet Park Cemetery
2305 West 73rd Avenue
Merrillville, IN 46410
Mass
St. Stephen Martyr Catholic Church
5920 Waite Street
Merrillville, in 46410
Monday 8/8, 10:00 am

Additional Visitation will take place from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass at 10:00 AM.

  Carl A. Vernia, age 82, of Crown Point, IN, formerly of Merrillville, IN passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Carl is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Vernia (nee Jadrnak) of 53 years; two daughters: Ann Marie (Jerry) Janda, Christina (Kit) Degenhart; five grandchildren: Josh and Kyle Janda, Rosalie, Madeline, and Annalise Degenhart;Continue Reading

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Edward and Joann Jagiela left a message on August 7, 2022:
Our deepest sympathy to Mary Ann, Anne Marie and Christina and their beautiful family. We have known Carl for over 53 years when we "crashed" their wedding. Our lives intertwined again when we formed our bunco club. So many great memories as we raised our families. He will be missed.
Chuck Gallion left a message on August 6, 2022:
Carl was a friend of mine during our school years. He lived about (3) houses from me. Carl and I graduated from Lew Wallace in 1958. He was an easy going guy that was liked by everyone that knew him. My deepest sympathy to the whole family. He will be missed. Chuck Gallion (El Cajon, California)
Edward Ziel left a message on August 6, 2022:
RIP. Carl and I were classmates at St. Mark's School in Glen Park. A good buddy.
Deb Poxon left a message on August 5, 2022:
In memory of Carl A. Vernia, Deb Poxon lit a candle
Deb Poxon left a message on August 5, 2022:
Carl was not only a great neighbor for 50 yrs of my life he was also a very dear friend. My best memory is when the 4th of July would come around he and my dad would light fire crackers off trying to out do each other. Carl would take me, Ann & Christina to the DQ and if a fire truck came down our street we would jump in his car and go find out where & what was going on. He even taught one of my dogs (Noble) to climb our fence to go into their yard for treats. I could go on with many many more. He will be deeply missed. But I know he is at peace.
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Donna Bowen left a message on August 4, 2022:
So sorry for your loss. Loved Carl very much. Prayers for all.
Geneva Jadrnak left a message on August 4, 2022:
So very sorry. Loved Carl so much. Prayers for family
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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