Evelyn Hero, of Monticello (formerly Crown Point), passed away Tuesday, October 5 at the age of 77.  She is survived by her husband William L. Hero; loving children: Arlene Leonard, William (Dijana Bozinovski-Hero), Brian Hero, and Mark Deeb (John Jester); treasured grandchildren: Amy (Jeff) Patterson, Jeremy Benninghoff, Robert (Katherine Stratton) Hero, Jason Hero, Hayley Hero, Ryan Benninghoff, and Sidney Hero; cherished great grandchildren: Landin, Chayce, Aaliyah and Aden; beloved dog, Abby; sister, Karen (John) Balitewicz; brother, Jim (Cyndi) Wilson; and many dear nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mary E Wilson and Everett Lloyd.

Evelyn loved to travel and sightsee, and while traveling, enjoyed shopping and admiring antiques.  She was very crafty, adored cross-stitch and attending craft fairs and shows.  Above all else, she loved her family to no end, and enjoyed cooking and hosting holidays and get-togethers.  She will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, October 11, 2021 at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel (7535 Taft Street, Merrillville). Pastor Bob Parnell officiating.  Interment Calumet Park Cemetery.  Visitation 10:00 AM until time of service.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Evelyn’s name to the Autism Society of America www.autism-society.org

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