David Dwayne Askew

February 16, 1969 - October 24, 2017

David Dwayne Askew, 48, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. David was born on February 16, 1969 in Hammond, Indiana to Loyce & Joyce Askew. He was raised by Juanita Askew and Esther Cage. He is survived by his wife, Karen; his sisters: Yvette and Kim; Joyce, James, Linda, Efe and Anthony. He was preceded in death by his father, Loyce; and Esther Cage; and his brother, Marvin Cage. David was blessed to have been a part of three loving families: the Puentez family, the Rangel family, and the Flores family. He was never without brothers and sisters. He met his wife, Karen Johnson, 18 years ago and they were married in 1999. David worked as a union worker for Local #26 as a roofer. He was working for E.C. Babilla in Gary, Indiana at the time of his death. His passions and hobbies were gardening and raising pure-bred Chihuahuas. He leaves behind his loving friends: “Co-Co, Sachi, Spot, Foxy, Simba, Agua, Princess, and Pumpkin.” A viewing will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Memory Lane Funeral Home, 6305 W. Lincoln Highway (US 30), Crown Point, Indiana. The funeral will be held on Saturday, November 4 at 11:00 a.m. at Memory Lane Funeral Home with a one hour visitation prior to the start of the service. Burial will immediately follow the service. You may order flowers and leave condolences on the funeral home website: www.memorylanepark.com