Chester Jalocha, 83, of Dyer, IN. passed away Friday September 19, 2008; He is survived by his son: Z. John (Carla) Jalocha of Crown Point, IN; daughters: Mary (John) Tadey of Dyer, IN, Carmen (Matt) Bowra of Fayetteville, GA. And Helen (Alan) Waggoner of Jasonville, IN; grandchildren: John, Teresa, Cathy, Tony, Meghan, Leane, Michael, Ben, Hannah, Coryn, Kristen, Andy and Jason; great grandchildren: Jonathan, Brooke, Alyssa, Alexis, Bryan, Owen and Jack; many nieces and nephews; preceded in death by his wife: Maria Jalocha; A Memorial service will be held on Saturday September 27, 2008 at 10:00 AM from St. Maria Goretti Church 500 Northgate Dr. Dyer, IN. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to service at the church. Burial of cremains at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hammond, IN. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to a charity of your choice in his memory would be appreciated. Chester loved children and was an avid gardener. He loved spending time outdoors.