Roger Krueger Barnhart, 83, of Valparaiso, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Avalon Springs Health Campus.
Roger was born in La Porte, IN, on January 1, 1932 to John Holt and Evelyn (Krueger) Barnhart.
Surviving are his beloved wife, Patricia Barnhart of Valparaiso; daughters, Julie (Jim) Burke of La Porte, and Brenda Barnhart of Valparaiso; and granddaughter, Krystle Burke.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ronald Barnhart; and grandson, Jimmy Burke.
Roger was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 297, and a member of the New Carlisle Fire Department for 32 years. He served honorably in the US Air Force. Roger never met a stranger and will be missed my many. He was the founder and original owner of Barnhart Insurance Agency in New Carlisle, IN.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4 PM on Friday, July 24, 2015 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Foy of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church of Valparaiso officiating.
A time of visitation will be held from 2 PM until the time of the service on Friday, July 24, 2015 at the funeral home Interment will take place following the service at St. John Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 234 W. Division Road, Valparaiso, IN 46385.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.