Irene was born August 7, 1929, in Hammond, IN to the late Charles and Phoebe Stevens. Also preceding her in death are her daughter, Janice Hay; siblings, Charles Stevens, Phoebe Kalina, Norman Stevens, and Ethel Melcic.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 67 years, George Hay; daughter Carol (Steve) Goralczyk; sister, Betty Johnstone; sister-in-law, Florence Stevens and many nieces and nephews.
Irene retired from Citizens Federal Bank in Munster after many years of service. She and her family were faithful members of First Christian Church of Highland. She was an avid reader, and talented seamstress and knitter. She was an active mother to her daughters, and a loving and devoted wife.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given towards First Christian Church of Highland. (9540 5th St.; Highland, IN 46322)