Keith “Pepper” Burklow 84, of Chesterton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024. He is a graduate of Elston High School. He retired after 38 years from Bethlehem Steel Mill, Burns Harbor, IN.  

He is survived by his loving children Todd (Carol) Burklow, Michelle Lorenz, Michael (Missy) Burklow; five loving grandchildren: Zachary (Kahli) Lorenz, Kristin (George) Hylek, and Matthew Lorenz (Jackie Gaul), Kate (Bryan)Antonik, Lindsey (Deric) Green; treasured great grandchildren: Grace, Lillian and Elliann Lorenz, Kyriaki and Keith Hylek, Campbell Antonik and Eleanor Green.  He is preceded in death by his wife Judy and son-in-law Dennis.

Pepper could often be found on the golf course and generally enjoying nature.  He loved his family fiercely and was never happier than when he was spending time with his family – especially his grandkids, great grandkids. He will be greatly missed by all who are blessed to have known him.  There are no services scheduled.