Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage
Portage, Indiana
Feb 1, 1935 – Nov 13, 2018 (Age 83)
Vernice “Micki” (Nee Schwerin) Mora of Lake Station passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. She was born on February 17, 1935 in Lum, Michigan to the late Frank; and Gladys (nee Hanks) Schwerin. Vernice retired from H&R Block where she worked as a tax preparer. Vernice married the love of her life, her late husband Daniel V Mora Sr. on February 27, 1954 in Pontiac, Michigan. She was an avid Bowler, fast pitch Semi-Pro pitcher and enjoyed going to bingo. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.
She is survived by her six children, Daniel (Rose Marie) Mora Jr., Jeffery Mora, Anthony Mora, Joel (Kim) Mora, Michelle Mora, Scot (Marla) Mora: 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and two more on the way; two brothers, Bruce (Karen) Schwerin and Jack (Anna Mae) Schwerin; two sisters, Dorothy Conner and Bessie Brisbois; many other loving family members and friends
She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel; her parents, and 11 siblings.
In lieu of flowers donation to the family would be appreciated.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, November 16 2018 at 5:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave, Portage, with Rev. Rafael Colon Jr. Officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until time of service. (219) 762-3013 or online at www.reesfuenralhomes.com
Read MorePsalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
November 20, 2018
Vernice was such a nice, loving person. She was always so pleasant and full of smiles. She will be remembered as a caring and happy person.
November 19, 2018 | IN | Acquaintance
I sure hope all of you know my love and heavy heart are with all of you. She was my favorite Aunt out of all my mothers sisters,i sure hope i told her that enough.I would call her to see how she was, how her life was but she always turned it around and made me feel better about my life. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you, May you be blessed with the peace of Christ. Love Sheila
November 17, 2018
One of my favorite ladies. A beautiful soul who never said no or gave up. Always smiling making the best of her situations. I will never forget her spirit. Rest in pain free peace.
Jennifer Young
November 16, 2018 | Schererville, IN
My deepest condolences, Micki will be dearly missed. We worked together at H&R Block, I loved her so much, she was such an intelligent and wonderful person. I pray that her beautiful memories will help heal your hearts. Gods blessings to the family, may she rest in peace.
Lillian Torres
November 16, 2018 | Lake Station, IN | Coworker
My deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your mother.
Dale Gotch
November 15, 2018 | Gary, IN | Friend
Sorry about Micki didn't really know her only from my mom ruthann, Tammy Miller
Tammy Miller
November 15, 2018 | Zanesville, OH | Friend
Rest in Peace Momma Mora, continued prayers for the Family
Brian Williams
November 15, 2018 | Lake Station, IN | Friend
she was a great friend and co worker we talked regularly on the phone and I enjoyed going to see her on her birthdays as we have the same date just different months along with our friend toni, also in the hospital ,we enjoyed watching the football games , when ohio state and Michigan played we would call each other , she will be missed by all , everytime I went to branson I would call her when I went through cuba, mo or mexico, mo it was a standard thing , thinking of her family at this time...
Ruth Huff
November 15, 2018 | LAKE STATION, IN | Friend
