Delores L. Wiltfong, age 90, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2014 at Franciscan Hospice Communities in Michigan City.
She was born in Michigan City, IN, on June 23, 1924 to Elmer O. and Freida (Erbs) Voss.
Surviving are her beloved children, Patricia Jones, Cindy Wiltfong, and Brent Wiltfong of La Porte; six grandchildren, Donald (Jodie) Reese of FL, Heather (Scott) Tanber of La Porte, Elysia (John) Shebel of Westville, Sherrah (Jeff) Knoll of La Porte, James (Amanda) Jones of Kingsford Heights, and Renate' Wiltfong of La Porte; seven great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sharon Reese; brother, Elmer E. Voss; and sister, Evelyn Hanna.
Delores graduated from Elston High School in 1942. She attended PNC Northwest. Delores worked for Bruce McGee, CPA, for ten years, as well as Enyert Chevrolet, Bob Genda Chevrolet, and Michiana Industries where she was the accounts payable manager retiring in 1995. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church where she was involved with the evening circle and senior group. Delores was the curator for Great Lakes Military Museum, a La Porte Hospital Auxiliary Volunteer, and a Brownie Leader. She was a member of the YMCA Silver Sneakers, La Porte Swanson Senior Center, La Porte Business Girls, League of Women Voters of Michigan City, and Women in Management.
A cremation committal has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 5 PM on Friday, October 3, 2014 at St. John's Lutheran Church with Rev. Ronald Brauer officiating.
A time of visitation with the family will be held from 4 - 5 PM prior to the service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. John's Lutheran Church, 111 Kingsbury Ave., La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.