Dr. Archie J. Krsek

Dr. Archie J. Krsek passed away at the age of 91. He is survived by his loving wife, June, of 68 years. He is also survived by children Lydia (John) Anderson, John (Laura) Krsek, and Cathy (Christopher) Pieroni, grandchildren Josh and Brett Anderson, April Johnson, Blake Pieroni, great-granddaughter Elliana Johnson, special family members Dustin and Austin Johnson, nieces and nephews and extended family. Archie is preceded in death by his parents John and Elizabeth, sister Julie who passed in early childhood, brothers Tom and wife Emmy, Joe and wife Vera, and George and wife Julie. He graduated from Knox High School class of 1946 and Indiana University Medical School in 1953. He did general practice of medicine for 44 years in Hobart with his partner and dear friend Dr. Jack Reed, until retirement in 1998. He served for 2 years in the US Navy as a medical officer during which time spent three months providing medical care to the military and civilian personnel who were building the Distant Early Warning system in the Artic Circle. Archie was on the staff of both Methodist and Mercy hospital where he sat on many boards and advisory committees. He was the team doctor for the Hobart Brickie Football team for 12 years. Archie was an active member of Phi Delts for many years. He loved to entertain and socialize with his friends. He also enjoyed golfing, fishing, and taking many memorable family vacations. In retirement, his passion became cooking, which he passed on to his grandchildren. It was also important to him to be an active member in his church. The family will celebrate his life during a small memorial service at the First United Methodist Church of Valparaiso, 103 Franklin Street, Valparaiso, on Monday, 6/8/2020, at 11:15am. An outdoor, walk through visitation, where you can visit with the family with social distancing, will take place in the Chrisman Garden on the church property from 9am-11am, before the memorial. Interment of ashes will take place on another date at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to First United Methodist of Valparaiso for the food pantry or a charity of your choice. Burns Funeral Home, Crown Point, entrusted with arrangements. www.burnsfuneral.com

Dr. Archie J. Krsek

September 12, 1928 - June 4, 2020