Bessie Ihnat Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Bessie Ihnat of Portage, Indiana, born in Gary, Indiana, who passed away on February 4, 2026, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bessie Ihnat to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Bessie's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her mother Hazel Spiros; and her former husband John Ihnat. She is survived by: her children, Patricia Ihnat (Nena), Nancy Ihnat, Michael Ihnat (Paula) and Sandra Clark; her grandsons, Christopher (Ben) and Patrick (Emilie); and her sisters, Georgia Fabian (late Edward) and Christine Hewitt (late Edward).

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