Mary Jane Stemper

Mary Jane Stemper 8/18/1928-3/20/2019 Mary Jane was born in Hammond, Indiana to Harry and Edith Darrell of East Chicago, In. She was an only child and grew up in the Indiana Harbour part of East Chicago,In graduating from East Chicago Washington High School In 1946. She pursued a career in business working as both a typist and secretary at both Standard oil company and Inland steel company. In 1950 she married Joseph Stemper and they raised a family of three boys. Two of her children Joseph jr. and Darryl preceded her in death along with her husband. She is survived by her youngest son Mark (Catherine), Grandchildren Melanie (Michael) Nekola and Mary (Steven) Friedman, Great grandchildren James Hawley, Kaitlyn and Caroline Nekola and Harrison Friedman. She will be missed by all and always remembered. Love you Mom and I always will your Son Mark. Please Rest In Peace and enjoy being with your family up in heaven. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Ridgelawn Cemetery, 4401 West Ridge Road, Gary IN.