James William Babcock, age 80, died peacefully on April 15, 2015 at Hospice Franciscan Communities, St. Anthony Hospital, Michigan City, IN. Jim had lived his entire life in LaPorte County and had been recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Jim was born November 25, 1934 in Michigan City, IN to William L. and Rose (Severins) Babcock who both preceded him in death. On January 13, 1962 in Town of Pines, Porter County, Jim married Frances (Fran) Janette Fetters and the couple lived on a grape farm and raised their 2 daughters, Debra Babcock of Michigan City and Cheryl (Wayne) McGee of Walkerton, who both survive. Also surviving are 3 granddaughters, Ashley Wolff of Michigan City, Tara McGee, and Molly McGee both of Walkerton; great grandson, Landon Wolff; and his beloved poodle, Toby who will miss him dearly. On November 21, 2013, Jim lost Fran, the love of his life to lung disease. Jim was a veteran of the US Army and after discharge worked as a welder at the Budd Company in Gary and then at Roll Coater in Kingsbury in the maintenance group, until his retirement in 1999. Jim loved working outside and working with his hands. He was a talented wood carver and all his families’ homes contain his artworks. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Cremation has taken place and interment will be at Morris Cemetery. In honor of Jim’s wishes, a service will not be held. Memorial Contributions may be given to La Porte County Small Animal Shelter, 2855 West State Road 2, LaPorte, IN 46350. Condolences can be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.