Mary Catherine Hansen

Mary Catherine Hansen, 76, of La Porte, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Mary was born on May 18, 1948, in Chicago, IL, to Stanley and Charlotte (Norton) Portlock.

In June of 1966, in Lansing, IL, she married Raymond J. Hansen, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 children, Lisa (Rick) Mackey of Hobart and Ron (Alisa) Hansen of La Porte; 4 grandchildren, Jessie (Sean) Bailey of Savannah, GA, Aaron (Paige) Weber of Buchanan, MI, Lea (Andrew) Bishop of Hobart, and Zachary Hansen of La Porte; 2 great-grandchildren, Violet and Leo Bishop of Hobart; sister, Danielle (Joe) Przybocki of St. John; brother, Stanley (Carlota) Portlock of Hillsborough, NJ; 3 nieces, Kristin (Adam) Baez of Hammond, Jennifer (Randy) Unrein of Kokomo, and Katrina (Rory) Lennon of Knoxville, IA; 3 nephews, John Burbridge of Schererville, Ken (Wende) Burbridge of Hobart; and Michael Portlock of Trenton, NJ; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as her beloved cat, Mittens.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Mary was a kindergarten teacher for many years at the City of Hammond School System. She enjoyed traveling the world with her friends, family, and beloved husband. Mary loved family gatherings at nice restaurants. Her favorite place on earth was her deck, where she would sit for hours, admiring nature, sipping wine, and enjoying a good cigar.

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

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

A time of visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Heartland Hospice, 230 W. Catalpa, Suite D, Mishawaka, IN 46545.

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