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Louie Cloyd Obituary
Louie B. Cloyd, Jr.
LAKE STATION, IN - Louie B. Cloyd, Jr. age 95, a Lake Station resident since 1947, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. Louie was born on May 29, 1923 in Marion, IL to the late Louie and Beulah (nee Fritts) Cloyd Sr. Louie was a 37 yr. Gary Steel Worker, 18 yr. East Gary Volunteer Fire Fighter and Deputy Town Marshall, 24 yr. City Councilman and was the last serving member of the First Administration of East Gary. He was a member of Masonic Temple No. 357 of Lake County and a 40 yr. Shriner. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
He is survived by his son, L. Steven (Eva) Cloyd of Portage, three grandchildren, Jessica Redmon of Portage, Jennifer (Cliff) Blankenship and Jillian (Joe) Giangiulio both of Valparaiso; nine great-grandchildren, Tyler and Megan, Derick, Abby and Lucas, Isaac, Milena, Paul, Jr. and Ashton; fiance, Goldie Bundy; sister, Anna Myers; sister in law, Mary Cloyd and many nieces and nephews.
Louie was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Cloyd in 2005; son, Robert "Butch" Cloyd in 1968; his parents and two brothers, Robert (Judy) Cloyd and Bill Cloyd.
Funeral service for Louie will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday May 11, 2019 at REES FUNERAL HOME, OLSON CHAPEL, 5341 Central Avenue Portage, IN 46368. Burial will be at McCool Cemetery Portage. Visitation will be held Friday, May 10, 2019 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. also at REES FUNERAL HOME, OLSON CHAPEL, 219-762-3013.
Online condolences may be submitted at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.
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Margie Sheffer
May 15, 2019
Louie was quite an inspiration, he loved and lived life with great zest. My heart goes out to Steve and his family. Louie will always be fondly remembered by the Sohovich family.
Carol n Jeff Stevens
May 10, 2019
I met Louie in Cross Creek Park about 4 years ago. He always had a smile , a hello, as he was driving around in his golf cart. He was a man on the go, what stamina for his age. Louie, Jeff and I will miss seeing you in the park, but will always remember you in our hearts.
Donna & Gene Pikul
May 10, 2019
So sorry to hear this sad news. I know Goldie will be sad to be alone. Met you at Cross Creek and I'm the one that took your picture for the yearbook. You'll be missed my friend. Rest Peacefully.
Jerry & Connie Abbott
May 9, 2019
To Louie's families and Goldie, We have just known Louie for the last 14 years here at Cross Creek Park in Arcadia, Florida. We were shocked just a couple of months ago when we here of his cancer. Nothing we can say will remove his last few months. Our prayers are with you all as you go forward now without him. Just remember the happy times you have had with him all of these years. He was a wonderful person and always had a smiling face. We still see him playing the drums with the Jammers on Wednesday. Know that he is now in a much better place and now longer in pain or taking meds.
Love to all. Jerry & Connie Abbott
Connie ((Jablonski) Bryant
May 9, 2019
What a terrific man! I remember both of Bobs parents coming to school events to be with Bobs class. I still say prayers to Bob and have always done that. I will now say prayers for his parents too!
Julie Sinks - Patrick
May 9, 2019
What memories this brings to mind the time with Louie and Betty on the fire dept. Socializing, attending council meetings. What a great life you had. Now your with Betty ,safe travels home .
Beth Dornan
May 9, 2019
Uncle Louie had a kind heart and a wicked sense of humor. Peace to Steve, Eva and the girls and grandchildren.
Jim and June Nichol
May 9, 2019
He will be missed by all at Cross Creek. He was a great friend and will always be remembered affectionately as "Uncle Louis". Our condolences to Goldie and the family.
Ben & Sis Williams
May 8, 2019
RIP our friend. You were one of the good guys. Sending prayers to your family You will be missed. What a Wonderful legacy you leave behind.
Jscky Wallace
May 8, 2019
I will really miss you grandpa I know we used to joke around and I pretended you were my real grandfather but in my mind you were my grandpa! Heaven gained a wonderful man Im sure Betty will be happy to finally see you
Arlene Brooks
May 8, 2019
Louie was a ray of sunshine and a joy to be around. I loved watching him play the drums with the Cross Creek Jammers. Louie you will be missed.
Condolences to his family and Goldie.
Bonnie Derr
May 8, 2019
Condolences to the family. What a sweet man he was. I will always remember singing at Cross Creek and how he always made sure that he spoke to me. He will be so missed
Reg and Connie Hughes
May 8, 2019
He always had a smile on his face and happiness in his heart. We enjoyed hearing him play with the jammers.
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