Photo courtesy of Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville
Schererville, Indiana
Lawrence "Larry" M. Kaczka
Age 77, of Highland, formerly of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Nancy Kaczka (nee Payer); dear children, Jennifer (Marty) Freeman, Jeanne (René) Kaczka-Valliere, David Kaczka, Jeffrey Kaczka; precious grandchildren, Jarrett Freeman (fiance, Tressie Hopper), Chloe Freeman (fiance, Navin Pace), Veronica Valliere, Jamie Valliere, Trevina Valliere; and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Proceeded by his parents Albert Kaczka and Helen Kaczka (nee, Bilski).
Larry was a 1965 graduate of East Chicago Roosevelt. He was the owner and tax account for L&N Accounting for over 50 years. He played college baseball and was a wrestler at DePauw University. He was a world traveler and an avid sports fan, especially the White Sox. Larry was also active in his community coaching youth sports including football, baseball and basketball, a wrestling official and a Cub Scout leader. He was his grandkids’ number one fan and was a loving grandfather known as “Umpa”. Larry will be dearly missed and cherished by all who loved him.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Solan-Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Ave. Schererville, IN. A Service Celebrating Larry's Life will be held at 6:30 PM on Saturday at the funeral home. Services conclude at the funeral home.
Dad and Jeanne
Thank you, Dad, for being my biggest fan. Thank you, Dad, for everything you've done for me and your grandchildren. You are forever with us in spirit, in our memories and in our hearts. Love you Dad!!!!
Jeanne Kaczka-Valliere
February 03, 2024 | Charlotte, VT | Daughter
Single Tree
Scott Kawa
February 03, 2024 | Highland, IN
Dad you were always there for us and your grandkids. You loved us unconditionally and we loved you! I will miss you and will always carry you in my heart. Love you so much!
Jennifer Freeman
February 03, 2024 | Lowell, IN | Daughter
I appreciate the friendship that I had with Larry over the years. He was a good friend to me and my husband for more than 20 years. I am praying that God will give his Wife & family strength during this difficult time. Love & Peace, Huella Deggans
Huella Deggans
February 03, 2024 | Waxhaw, NC | Friend
Group of 10 Trees
Jj and Marion
February 02, 2024
YOU'LL BE MISSED LARRY
DOMINIC MISH
February 02, 2024 | IVA, SC
Umps, I love you so much. You are so special to me & showed unconditional love to everyone in your family. We will miss you forever & know you’ll be with us wherever we may be. I cherish our memories, all the jokes & all the happiness we had together. Love you forever, love Cleo
Chloe Freeman
January 30, 2024 | Lowell, IN | Grandchild
Mr. Larry you will be missed. THANK YOU..
Now Rest in Eternal Peace.
Kimberly Jones
January 30, 2024 | Ford Heights, IL | Friend
So sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. Larry was a good friend just like family to Anjum and I . I shall always remember him. Nancy God bless you and your family. He will be truly miss.
Margie ZIA
January 29, 2024 | St John, IN
