John V. Rado, 74, of Hebron passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born September 19, 1951, in Gary, IN to John & Agnes (Boynak) Rado and graduated from Lew Wallace High School in 1970. John made his career as a Machinist with U.S. Steel Garyworks from 1970 – 2013. He was a longtime member of Salem First United Methodist Church in Hebron and a lifetime member of the NRA. John enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years, and was loved by all who knew him, making friends everywhere he went.
On November 2, 1991, he married Elaine Williams who survives along with their son, Bryan (Marlaina) Rado of Chicago, brother, Richard (Agne) Rado of Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A visitation will be held Friday, January 30th from 3 – 7 pm at Moeller Funeral Home, Valparaiso. A funeral service will be held Saturday, January 31st beginning at 11:00 am at the funeral home, Rev. Tom Clark officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Salem Methodist Church.
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John and Elaine were my parents next door neighbors but more importantly great friends. John was a very kind, caring man, committed to serving the needs of others. They both took care of my parents and my parents were very dedicated to them as well. Rest in peace John. I know you are in heaven riding lawns mowers with my Dad Wally. -Laurie Matusiak
Rest in peace dear brother. Going to miss you, -Agne and Rick
