M. Marcile Reeg, age 100, of La Porte, IN passed away on July 2, 2014 at Lakeland Hospital in Niles, MI, following a brief illness.
She was born in Kankakee, IL, on October 13, 1913 to Frank and Grace (New ) Zedeck.
After the death of her father in 1918, her mother moved to La Porte with her family and Marcile attended La Porte schools.
On November 22, 1939, she married Randolph L. Reeg who preceded her in death on September 27, 1959. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Grace Conner; her father, Francis (Frank) Zedeck; and her brother, Stanley Zedeck.
Marcile worked in the medical field for many years starting with Holy Family Hospital during WWII. She then worked for Dr. Martin and later retired from Dr. Larson's office. After retirement, she worked briefly for the Newby-Lewis-Kaminsky & Jones Law Firm.
When her husband was in the Marines, they traveled to and from California. She always fondly remembered the time they spent in California. They also enjoyed bowling in tournaments. Travel was a passion of Marcile's and she enjoyed several trips to Europe and upper Michigan with her friends. She enjoyed cross stitching, playing bridge, and working around her home.
A graveside service will be held in her honor on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 10 AM at Pine Lake Cemetery in La Porte. Father Thomas Kincaid will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1000 Michigan Ave., La Porte, IN 46350 or the IU Health La Porte Hospital Foundation, 1007 Lincolnway, La Porte, IN 46350.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.