Joan Ruth Zaradich Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan Ruth Zaradich of Northwest, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 28, 2026 at the age of 89. Joan touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her former husband Sonny; her sister Annette Moffatt; her parents, Alma Sparks and Fred C. Sparks; and her grandson Ty Balon.
She is survived by: her husband Joseph John Zaradich, Jr.; and her children, Joseph John Zaradich III (Betty), Dana Zaradich, Rebecca Lines, Anthony Zaradich (Cindi), Julie Bennett (Mark), Lisa Staehle, Katherine Balon (Jeff), Michael Zaradich (Rachel) and Matthew Zaradich. She is also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bartholomew Funeral Home (102 Monroe St, Valparaiso, IN 46383). A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at 6:30 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Chapel Lawn Cemetery (8178 S Cline Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307).
