Adele Mae Fontanelli

**Please note service and visitation time changes since initial publication**

Adele Mae Fontanelli, 75, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at University of Chicago Hospital.

Adele was born in Monongahela, PA, on September 18, 1948 to Michael and Stella (King) Ayers.

Surviving Adele are her 2 sons, Paul Fontanelli and Mark Ayers; 2 granddaughters, Kristina Fontanelli and Macy Ayers; brother, Ken Ayers of Palm Springs, CA; sister, Marlyn Cantini of Rock Creek, OH; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Adele was an inspector for many years at Howmet. She was a member of Holy Family Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was active in planning and implementing funeral luncheons.  Adele enjoyed attending plays and festivals with her friends.  Most importantly, Adele enjoyed spending time with her family and cats.

Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

A time of visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Paul Fontanelli, 2900 Monroe St., La Porte, IN 46350 or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlercares.com.