James L. New, Jr., 81 years old of LaPorte, IN, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at his home.
He was born on August 12, 1930 in Harrisburg, Arkansas, son of the late James L. and Dolly Mae (Woods) New.
James was married on October 11, 1952 at St. Pauls United Church of Christ in LaPorte to Jean M. Felton who survives.
Also surviving are his son: Richard (Elizabeth) New; daughters: Lori (Darwin) Burns, Sheri (David) Miller, Peggy (Mark) Demchak, Angela (Don) Lamken; 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 2 sisters: Ella Mae Hoffman, Shirley (Charles) Richardson; 6 brothers: Bill (Laveace) New, Jerry (Phillis) New, Robert (Shirley) New, Harry (Barbara) New, Charles (Reba) New, and Larry (Kathy) New all of Truman and Jonesboro Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Susan Rene New.
A celebration of life service will be held at Salem United Methodist Church, Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 1:30 PM with Rev. Robert Raschka officiating.
Contributions may be made to the family of James New c/o Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2900 Monroe Street, LaPorte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com