Donna Mae McEwen

Aug 29, 2007

Donna was married on September 27, 1953 to Jim McEwen who survives. She worked as a Librarian for 30 years at Handley Elementary School in LaPorte, IN. She was a member of the LaPorte Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Session Elder, and Delta Theta Tau Sorority.

James "Mike" Smutzer

Aug 19, 2007

Mike was the son of George E. and Carol (Crosthwait) Smutzer who preceded him in death. Mike worked for Bethlehem Steel Corp., managed Georges Car Wash for many years, Andersons Tapes in LaPorte and was known as "Mr. Video", also he worked at Time Out II, Roc & Rog's, Lenards, and the FOP He graduated from LaPorte High School in...

Dorothy Ann Nichols

Aug 18, 2007

Biography

Dorothy was the daughter of Walter and Ida May (Long) Ott. She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 sisters: Joann and Irene Ott, Elsora Hawkins, and Lulu Belle Newhouse. She worked as a self employed Live-in Caregiver

Visitation

Thursday August 23, 2007, 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. at Cutler Funeral Home

Memorial Service...

Mary Ann Weidner

Aug 17, 2007

Mary Ann Weidner was the daughter of William and Selms (Jajowka) Jernas and was the sixth of fourteen children Mary was married to Clarence R. Weidner on June 25, 1936 in South Bend, IN Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 4 brothers: Edward, Chester, William and Stanley, 5 sisters: Virginia, Helen, Sally, Elizabeth, and Lotti....

Robert Allen Doll

Aug 16, 2007

Biography

Robert was the son of Wayne D. and Doris M. Rosenbaum Doll. He worked as a truck driver for a produce company and attended South Central High School. He was preceded in death by his Father:Wayne Doll; Paternal Grandparents: Russell and Martha Peters Doll; Maternal Grandparents: Arthur and Frances Kelly Rosenbaum.

Private Memorial Service with the Family...

James W. Taylor

Aug 15, 2007

Biography

James was married on September 30, 1950 to Evelyn M. McBurney who preceded him in death in 2003. He retired in 1985 after working 17 1/2 years for International Association of Mechanist as a Union Rep, Contract Negotiator. He also served in WWII from 1945-1947. James was preceded in death by his Parents: Russell and Hazel (Vertch) Taylor,...

Ralph H. Hedtke

Aug 13, 2007

Biography

Ralph was married on October 15, 1949 in Matteson, Illionois to Dorothy E. Lundell who survives. Ralph Retired as a Pattern Maker and he worked as a Custodian at LaPorte Hospital for many years. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church and he was known as the "Griper" on WLOI and WCOE Sound Off radio stations....

Roger A. Harley

Aug 13, 2007

Roger "Buck" Harley was married on April 4, 1992 in LaPorte, IN to Sandra J. Spickard who survives. Buck worked for Howmet Corp. and was a Marine Corps Recruiter in Iowa and Hawaii. He belonged to the Astronomy Club of West Lafayette, IN. where he donated a very large telescope, built computers and many things in wood for his...

Delbert E. Miller

Aug 8, 2007

Del worked as the manager of Farm Bureau Insurance for 32 years, retiring in 1993. He was a member of Emmanuel Church of Christ in Sebring, FL and First United Methodist Church in LaPorte, LaPorte Co. Underwriters Assoc., Past Exalted Ruler LaPorte Elks Club, Michigan City Elks Club, LaPorte Rotary Club, Masonic Lodge, 32nd Degree Mason, Shriners, Former Gary, IN....

Kerry C. Snyder

Aug 6, 2007

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Kerry was married on November 7, 1987 in LaPorte, IN to Christina Rogowski who survives. He worked at Smith Shoes in LaPorte and as a car salesman at North Shore Sales, He had a produce stand for many years in Mill Creek, IN. Kerry belonged to Sons of American Legion Post #400...

Larry Dean Younce

Jul 21, 2007

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Larry was married on December 3, 1955 to Beverly Thoren who survives. He was a retired Medical Technologist and X-Ray Technician. Larry was a member of the LaPorte Presbyterian Church and the Bob Powell Fishing Club. He served as an X-Ray Technician with the U.S. Navy from 1952-1957. Larry loved fishing, gardening,...

Karen Lee Ramsey

Jul 15, 2007

Karen was born July 8, 1945 to Cecil and Erma (Cogar) Clevenger who preceded her in death. Karen was also preceded in death by 1 son: Kevin Taylor and 3 Brothers: Wilmer, Kenneth and Gene Clevenger She was a Homemaker

Merle A. Bannwart

Jul 11, 2007

Merle was married on April 21, 2000 to Betty Jean Floyd Bannwart who survives. Merle belonged to many organizations including the Michigan City and LaPorte Elks, Michigan City Moose, Rolling Prairie VFW, American Legion, 4-H, Republican Party, Sheriff's Pose, Percheron Draft Horse Association, 96th Infantry Division Association HQ Co 381st Inf. Where he received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star...

Bill F. Ross

Jul 4, 2007

Bill was married on January 13, 1979 to Doris Ann Blad who survives. He was a retired heavy equipment operator at Bethlehem Steel after 30 years, he worked for Countryside Christian Church for 4 years. Bill loved antique Cars, NASCAR, his 2 cats, his outdoor friends, and putting on outdoor holiday light displays. Bill was preceded in death by his...

Ovet H. Surowiec

Jun 29, 2007

Biography

Ovet H. Surowiec was the daughter of Gregory & Mary (Chavez) Hernandez. Ovet was married on August 14, 1979 in LaPorte, IN to Rodney Surowiec who survives. She was a member at the Vineyard Christian Fellowship of LaPorte, She loved to collect anything that was Betty Boop. Ovet was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Ovet was preceded...

Dr. Robert F. Becknell

Jun 21, 2007

Robert Becknell was married on August 6, 1960 in LaPorte to Julie Ann Johnson who survives. He fought a courageous battle with cancer the past year and he will always be remembered as a kind, loving, and patient Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Dr. Robert Becknell began his Dental Practice in La Porte on June 20, 1965 at 910 Indiana Ave.,...

Bernie E. McMahan

Jun 18, 2007

Bernie retired from Modine Mfgr. in LaPorte, Indiana. He was a 1948 Graduate of LaPorte High School, and he served in the US Army Bernie is preceded in death by his parents, Bernie Russell and Viola Clara (Marks) McMahan

Kent Daniel Ribordy

Jun 17, 2007

Kent D. Ribordy was a sophomore students at Boone Grove High School in Valparaiso and was a member of the track and soccer teams. He recieved Outstanding Citizenship Award from Kingsbury Elementary School and "Be All You Can Be" Award from Kesling Middle School, he loved to water ski and sail, he attended Door Village United Methodist and he...

Cary D. Kirk

Jun 14, 2007

Cary worked as a Circulation Manager for the Michigan City News Dispatch and the St. Joseph, MI. Herald Palladium and retired from Swift Transportation. He loved sailing, photography, Motorcycles, camping, the beach & watching movies. Cary was preceded in death by his grandparents and his best friend: Kelly

Roger G. Putz

Jun 14, 2007

Roger Putz worked at Arman's Restaurant, Sambo's Restaurant, and The Arc of Alternative Lifestyle. He was a strong Catholic believer in Jesus and the Father almighty. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother: David Putz Sr., 1 Sister: Marion Estrada, 1 Aunt: Yolanda Stefanini- Ream, and 1 Great Great Niece.