Douglas E. Handley

Douglas E. Handley, 88, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2019.  He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Caroline; five children, Alan, Dennis, John, and Elden (Cindy) Saeger, and Doug (Carrie) Handley; eight adoring grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and numerous additional loving family members and friends.  Douglas was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra Saeger.

Friends are invited to visit with the family for a Celebration of Life Gathering from 3:00  PM to 6:30 PM on Monday, July 22, 2019, at Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8941 Kleinman Road, Highland, Indiana 46322.  A Celebration of Life Service with Military Honors will be held at 6:30 PM at the funeral home, immediately following the Gathering.  A Graveside Service will be held at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at St. Joseph Cemetery in Hammond, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Douglas' honor may be made to Elks National Foundation, via Highland Elks Lodge #981, 3120 45th St., Highland, Indiana 46322.  You may also donate online by clicking here:  Elks National Foundation

Douglas proudly served his country in Korea, for  the United States Army and was a member of the Korean War Veterans Association, Windrich Chapter.  He also was a member of the American Legion, Post 369 in East Chicago, as well as the Elks Lodge in Highland.

For additional information, please contact Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center Konnie Kuiper-Kevin Nordyke by calling us at 219-838-0800 or visiting us at www.hillsidefhcares.com

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