John R. Graber, Jr. age 56, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend in South Bend, IN.
John was born in Elkhart, IN, on January 26, 1959 to John R. and Ruth (Cripe) Graber.
On May 31, 1986 in La Porte, he married Laura Luther who survives. Also surviving are his beloved daughters, Mandy, Megan, Moriah, and Maris Graber all of La Porte; grandson, Benjamin Graber; father, John R. (Betty) Graber; brother, Steve (Cindy) Graber of Elkhart; nephew, Steve Graber, Jr.; niece, Christy Graber; and numerous extended family members, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Graber.
John graduated from Purdue University, and he worked as a mechanical engineer for companies like Sullair, Delta Machining and Leybold Vacuum. He enjoyed sports, especially golf and tennis. He rooted for Purdue and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved motorcycles, playing Euchre, and music. He was a great storyteller and had an infectious laugh. He loved his family immensely and will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5 PM (CST) on Monday, April 13, 2015 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Rick Jones officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 1 PM (CST) until the time of service on Monday at the funeral home. Cremation will take place following the services.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Relay for Life c/o American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.