John P. Hortyk

March 8, 1925 - January 19, 2010

John P. Hortyk, age 84, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at St. Anthony Medical Center in Crown Point, IN. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary; 4 daughters, Karen Rick Armbrust of Brookfield, WI, Kim Jay Hill of Franklin, TN, Judith Mike Brandt of Charleston, SC, and Janet Stacy Burton Hortyk of Queens Creek, AZ; 5 grandchildren, Shawn Tim, Rick Sheila, Katie, Evan, and C.J.; 1 great-granddaughter, Brenna, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul & Mary Hortyk, and 3 sisters, Helen Puzas, Mary Jacobs, and Madeline Karney. Funeral prayers will be said on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 9:15 AM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre, NOTE: NEW LOCATION- 2 blocks east of Broadway at 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 E. Joliet St., Crown Point, IN with Fr. Dennet Jung officiating. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery in Crown Point, IN. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, January 22, 2010 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM with an American Legion service at 7:00 PM at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre. John was born in Gary, IN on March 8, 1925 and attended Tolleston High School. He was a proud veteran of the Army Corps of Engineers, serving in World War II, a member of the American Legion Fred Schmidt Post #20 in Crown Point, IN, and was employed by the National Tea Company and Luke's Market Basket for over 40 years. John was affectionately known to all as “Uncle Johnny” or “Big Daddy”. John's family at Squaw Valley will be missing it's “Chief”. Memorial donations may be given to The Crown Point Community Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 522, Crown Point, IN 46308. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section on the obituary page at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com For information call 219-663-2500

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Rosie,Kim,Karen,Judy & Janet, Our condolences for your loss. Know that our thoughts & prayers are with you all. We regret that we can not be there with you. John will be missed by the community, friends but mostly by his family. Remember the good and happy memories and keep them in your hearts always.

Dear Rosie, Kim & Family ~ We're so very sadden to hear of John's passing. We remember him as a kind and loving man and the many Christmases we would spend visiting with your family at Squaw Valley! Our thoughts and prayers reach out to you at this very difficult time! Love, Joe & Jean

Rosie, Judy, Janet, Kim, & Karen, my family sends our love to you during this difficult time. My little brother James worked with John at Lukes so many years ago. John was a part of the fabric of Crown Point. I miss those days sometimes. The women of Squaw Valley will be in my thoughts & prayers, wish I could be at St Mary's with all of you this week.

Dear Rosie, Please know that our family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. John was such a dear friend to both of my grandparents and there is comfort in knowing that they are all together again. I will always remember John's sense of humor and kind manner. He will be missed so very much. With deepest sympathy, Sarah, Chris, Will & Katie Bridgwater

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