Beverly J. Paquin, 82, of Valparaiso passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was born December 15, 1942, in Gary, IN to John & Theresa (nee Grunstein) Surufka and graduated from Hammond Morton High School in 1961. Bev dedicated herself to raising her family, but it was her grandchildren that became the greatest beneficiaries of her love and talents. Practice really did make her perfect in that regard. Her joy of shopping and casino gaming may not yet have been perfected, but she never seemed to be done practicing.
On January 18, 1964, she married Gary Paquin who survives along with their daughters: Christine Paquin of Valparaiso, Renee (John) Blosky of Valparaiso & Nicole (Joe) Lynch of Crown Point, siblings: Sandra (Jerry) Perry of Crown Point, John (Marj) Surufka of Griffith & Frank Surufka of Hammond, grandchildren: George Kurtz, Anna Kurtz, Tessa (Johnny) Loncar, Mitchell (Kelly) Blosky, Joey Lynch & Grace Lynch, and great-grandchildren: Theo, Nikolena, John & George.
A visitation will be held Saturday from 1 – 3 pm at Moeller Funeral Home, Valparaiso with memorial eulogy ceremony beginning at 3:00 pm. Memorial donations may be made to the SHARE Foundation, P.O. Box 400, Rolling Prairie, IN 46371.
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Prayers to the family. Beverly was an amazing Cousin I remember baby setting the three girls when I was younger. She always treated me like her own She will be missed and I will always have a loving part in my heart forever. -Vicki Neumann
Our condolences go out to the Paquin and Surufka families. She was always the life of the party, and she will always be missed by all. -Daryl & Peggy Grandbois
Bev blessed the world with three beautiful and incredible daughters. She leaves a legacy of love for them, her husband Gary, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren. Please find comfort in knowing that our family mourns with you. Her legacy of love lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her so very much. Let that love be the remedy for your sorrow! -Joann Tomasic
We are so saddened to hear of Bev's passing. We have so many fond memories of being neighbors on Elmer St. Bev was one of our favorite people. She will always have a place in our hearts! Sending our deepest sympathy to Gary and the entire family. She will be missed by many. Love, -Dennis & Marlene Nicksic
I love you aunt Bev! Uncle Gary, Christine, Renee, Nicole and your families, there is nothing I can say. You are always in my thoughts. Much love to you all! -Kenneth Paquin
