Jean M. New, 81, of La Porte, passed away on March 23, 2014 at I.U. Health LaPorte Hospital.
She was born in LaPorte, IN, on July 1, 1932 to William and Hazel Conry Felton.
Jean was married on October 11, 1952 at St. Pauls United Church of Christ in LaPorte to James L. New, Jr. who preceded her in death.
She was a Homemaker. Jean graduated LaPorte High School in 1951 and was a member of Salem United Methodist Church.
Surviving are her son: Richard (Elizabeth) New; daughters: Lori (Darwin) Burns, Sheri (David) Miller, Peggy (Mark) Demchak, Angela (Don) Lamken; 9 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Susan Rene New; brother, Norman Felton; and sister, Wilma "Kay" Zup.
A cremation committal has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. A celebration of life Memorial Service will be held at Salem United Methodist Church, Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Robert Raschka officiating.
Contributions may be made to Worthy Recovery, Inc. P.O. Box 116, LaPorte, IN 46352
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.