William "Bill" Edward Burkhart, age 75, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2014 at IU Health University in Indianapolis.
William was born in Logansport, IN, on October 5, 1938 to James Gilbert and Bernice Evelyn (Laymon) Burkhart.
On April 18, 1959, he married Sandra Straub who survives. Also surviving are his beloved children, David Burkhart of Indianapolis, Teri Burkhart of La Porte, and Kevin (Linda) Burkhart of Indianapolis; two grandsons, Zachary and Ethan Burkhart of Indianapolis; brother, Tom Burkhart and sister, Sharon (Sonny) Green, both of La Porte.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jim Burkhart.
William was a retired laborer having worked for Modine Manufacturing for thirty-nine years. He was a member of the La Porte Lions Club and was the coordinator of the Lions Alert Program. He was involved with Meals on Wheels and was an active member of First United Methodist Church. William was a veteran of the Marine Corps and Air Force. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed nature.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 am on Monday, May 19, at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Rev. Evan Lash officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Lake Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
A time of visitation will be held from 4 - 8 pm on Sunday, May 18, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center and on Monday at 9 am until the time of service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the La Porte Lions Club, Lions Alert, PO Box 184, La Porte, IN 46350, or First United Methodist Church, 1225 Michigan Ave., La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.