Arthur C. Ransom, 85 years old of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.
He was born July 9, 1926 in Michigan City, IN, Son of the late Arthur C. and Gertrude (Arens) Ransom.
He was married on October 5, 1946 to Lois I.Wood who preceded him in death on August 13, 1998.
He worked for Kingsley Furniture Company and was a member of the LaPorte Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are his daughter: Merri (Brian) Conley of South Bend, IN; sons: Richard (Nancy) Ransom of Kent, OH, Michael (Pamela) Ransom of Ankeny, IA, Timothy (Connie) Ransom of LaPorte, IN, Todd (Ginger) Ransom of LaPorte; 17 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son: David Ransom and three brothers and two sisters.
There will be a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 AM on Monday, February 13, 2012 at The Presbyterian Church in LaPorte, IN. with Rev. Sally Wicks officiating.
A time of visitation will be held from 2:00 to 6:00 PM with a brief Memorial Concert beginning at 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at Cutler Funeral Home & Cremation Service. There will also be a time of visitation for one hour before the service on Monday at the church.
Contributions may be made to the LaPorte Presbyterian Church or Agape Christian Church.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.cutlerfuneral.com.