Scott W. Goers, 59, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Scott was born in La Porte, IN, on January 19, 1957 to William Otto and Mary Jo (Jones) Goers.
On July 1, 2006 he married Marie M. Flaherty who survives. Also surviving are his beloved children, Angela (Julius) Ellis of La Porte, David Makina of La Porte; grandchildren, Ciara Augusta, Malik Corley, Rachel Ellis, Madison Hanley all of La Porte; brothers, Mark Goers, Corey (Rita) Goers; nephews, Corey Ryan (Meghan) Goers of Avon, IN, Brandon Goers of La Porte; great niece, Emily Goers; great nephew, Camden Goers both of Avon; and many other loving family members He was preceded in death by his parents.
Scott was a member of the American Legion Post 83, Falcons, and the VFW Post 1130. He loved to play pool, camp, fish, travel, cook, garden, and feed the birds and squirrels around his house. He enjoyed many years of playing and coaching softball. Scott enjoyed helping his neighbors by mowing grass, raking leaves, plowing snow, and helping in any way he could.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 12 PM on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. A time of visitation will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to VNA Hospice of Porter County, 2401 Valley Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.