John Kirk McVay, age 75, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at his home.
John was born in La Porte, IN, on February 7, 1939 to John J. and Mildred E. (Piper) McVay.
Surviving are his sons, Heath (Michelle) E. McVay of New Carlisle, IN, John (Catherine) McVay of La Porte; grandchildren, Devin McVay, Derek McVay, Logan McVay, Lauren McVay, Amber Schoff, Shelbi Schoff, and Sydney McVay; and sisters, Garnet Schreiber of Rolling Prairie, IN, Evelyn Upp of Brownsburg, IN.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, June McVay, and Geraldine McVay.
John was a US Army Veteran and worked as a supervisor for TP Orthodontics. He was a member of the American Legion and the Moose Lodge. He was a boy Scout Leader for 13 years and an avid sailor for 15 years. John was a talented woodworker and he enjoyed making toys for his grandchildren. He was an avid reader and had a love for the outdoors.
A Celebration of Life Service with full Military Honors will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Jeff Zigler officiating.
A time of visitation will be held from 5-8 PM Wednesday, January 21, 2015 and from 10 AM on Thursday until the time of the service at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 492, 925 Boyd Blvd, La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.