William Patrick Downes IV Obituary

The memory of William Patrick Downes IV of Schererville, Indiana, who passed away on March 10, 2026 at the age of 78, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Patrick Downes IV to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Lillian Downes (McGraw) and William Patrick Downes III; his wife Edith A. Guilfoyle of Skiatook; his children, Elizabeth Jacobson (Erik Jacobson) of Valparaiso and Patrick Downes (Larisa Mendez Downes) of Fair Lawn; and his grandchildren, Chloe Jacobson, Claire Jacobson, Lilliana Downes, Conor Downes and Bryce Peyton Harrington.

The family has chosen to send donations to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of GaryDonate Now (https://www.catholic-charities.org). Donate to Charity The family has chosen to send donations to Franciscan Health FoundationDonate Now (https://www.franciscanhealthfoundation.org).