DeWayne "Moose" Francis, 60 years old of La Porte, IN, died Thursday, March 25, 2010 in Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
He was born April 11, 1949 in LaPorte, IN Son of Mirwood W. and Dorothy Jane (Chadderdon) Francis
He was married on July 3, 1972 in LaPorte, IN to Linda Taylor who survives.
He was a member of the Teamster Union - New York Blower, and the PNA. He was a softball player for many years and also enjoyed being on a golf league and bowling. DeWayne "Moose" was a United States Marine Corp. Veteran of Vietnam where he served two terms.
Surviving are Wife: Linda, Dtr; Lorri Francis of Chicago, IL. Son; Scott (Melissa) Francis of LaPorte, , Mother; Dorothy Francis of La Porte, Sisters; Cynthia Cavinder and Marlene Neubeck both of La Porte, Bros; David Francis of FL., Dennis Francis of Kingsford Hts, and Mother-in-law; Peggy Taylor of LaPorte.
He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Robert Francis.
Visitation will be Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 2-4 P.M. at Cutler Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will follow on Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 4:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Full Military Rites will follow after the service. Cremation will take place following the service.
Contributions may be made to the family of DeWayne Francis, c/o Cutler Funeral Home, 2900 Monroe Street, LaPorte, IN 46350.
Please sign the online register book at www.cutlerfuneral.com.