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George Lousheff Obituary
George L. Lousheff, age 80 of Merrillville, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2009. He was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church and the men's Dart Ball League. George proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired carpenter from Hammond Local Union #599. George served as a Cub Scout Master and for over 30 years bowled on leagues at Hobart Lanes. He also enjoyed camping, particularly in the Warsaw, IN area. George took great pleasure watching his grandchildren grow up and will be deeply missed by his family. George is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gwenneth of Merrillville; daughter, Sharon (David) Eng of Valparaiso; three grandchildren: David (Melanie) Eng, Breanna and Adam Eng; sister, Dolores Farley of Gary; two nieces: Pam (Glenn) Stephenson of Colorado and Debbie (John) Reiser of Merrillville; nephew, Robert Farley of Gary and great-nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son, Gregory Lousheff; brother, Christopher; and parents: Louis and Margaret Lousheff. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM DIRECTLY at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 5375 Harrison Street, Merrillville, IN with Rev. Carole Poole officiating. Interment to follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, July 8th from 2:00 to 8:00 PM at Geisen Funeral Home, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville. Memorial donations may be made in George's name to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 5375 Harrison Street, Merrillville, IN 46410. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guest book section at www.Geisen FuneralHome.com. For more information call 219-769-3322.
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Jan Rusbasan
July 8, 2009
Hey Gwen and Sherry and family, I was sad to hear about George's passing..I always enjoyed doing ceramics and George was always so patient with me and my oopsie's...although I bet you were the one to fix them! I have pieces all over my house so think of you all often. I know you all will truly miss him. Jan Rusbasan and family
SMMC Heart Failure Clinic
July 8, 2009
Gwen,
Those of us who knew George at the Heart Failure Clinic will miss his smile and sweet disposition. He was a blessing to all who knew and loved him. God bless you and your family.
July 7, 2009
Dear Gwen, I was very sorry to read about George's passing. He was like a relative to me. I've known him my whole life.He always had a smile.
God Bless you and your family.
Christine Vamvakas Buckley
Tampa, FL
Georgia Nichols
July 7, 2009
Dearest Gwen:
I can give you my condolences but that can not tell the full measure of my sorrow for your loss. For all the years I did ceramics at your home George was my best bud mostly cause he laughed at my silly jokes. You two were truly a love story. I am so sadden. God Bless.
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