James Patrick Rowley, age 82, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.
James was born on December 26, 1933 in South Bronx, NY.
On August 8, 1981, he married Charlotte Jaeger who survives. Also surviving are his stepchildren, Steven (Joan) Westphal of Waukegan, IL, and Trina Ingole of Cincinnati, OH; 2 grandchildren, Jack (Emily) Westphal of Waukegan, IL and Kim Westphal of Michigan City; 2 sisters, Theresa Marzoli of NJ and Peg (Bill) Raphael of Myrtle Beach, SC; loving nieces and nephews and many friends.
He was preceded by his parents; 3 brothers, Thomas, Johnny and Michael Rowley; and a sister, Madeline Colavito.
James was a retired construction supervisor. He enjoyed fishing, watching the NY Giants, and spending time with family.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at St. Luke United Lutheran Church, 2000 E. Coolspring Ave., Michigan City, IN 46360. Burial will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held from 5 - 7 pm on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. 2900 Monroe St. La Porte and from 10 am until the time of service on Wednesday at the church.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 130 Red Coach Dr., Mishawaka, IN 46545.
Condolences may be shared with the family on www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.