Gary L. Padgett, 64 years old of LaPorte, IN, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.
He was born July 27, 1947 in LaPorte, son of the late Ora and Phyllis (Renfro) Padgett .
Gary was married on December 2, 1967 in LaPorte to Carol Solmos who survives. Also surviving are his sons, Scott (Christine) Padgett of LaPorte, Michael (Julie) Padgett of LaPorte; 8 grandchildren, Trenton Padgett, Jeffery Michiaels, Corey Heinen, Jazmine Padgett, Jessica Michiaels, Spencer Padgett, Kyle Heinen, Sadie Padgett; brother, Robert (Sue) Padgett of LaPorte; and many step-brothers and sisters.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ora & Phyllis (Renfro) Padgett; step-mother, Sally Dickson; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Louis and Frieda Solmos.
Gary retired from Bethlehem Steel after 33 years. He loved to ride his motorcycle, play baseball and softball. Gary also served his country as a US Army Vietnam Veteran.
Cremation will take place and a time of visitation with the family will be from 5-7 PM on Friday, May 25, 2012 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Contributions may be made to the family of Gary L. Padgett.
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