Michael G. Lattimer, of Leesburg (Lake Tippecanoe) and formerly of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield, Indiana, at the age of 84.
He was born on Feb. 18, 1939, in Connersville, the son of Albert and Dixie Lattimer (Frazier).
After graduating from Plymouth High School in 1957, Mike furthered his education at Ball State University. In 1961, he proudly earned his bachelor's degree followed by a master's degree from there. Armed with his determination to make a positive impact on young lives, Mike embarked on a remarkable career as a teacher and guidance counselor for Elkhart Community Schools that spanned over four decades.
Aside from his counseling duties, Michael served as a football and track coach for Elkhart Memorial. Through his leadership and mentorship, he imparted valuable life lessons such as teamwork, discipline and perseverance to generations of athletes. Perhaps one of his proudest accomplishments was helping many deserving students secure college scholarships through the Dollars for Scholars program.
Mike loved nature. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Michael was an active member of the Lake Tippecanoe Property Owners Organization and The Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation. Both organizations work to protect waterway ecology in Indiana.
He was happiest sitting on the shores of Lake Tippecanoe. The Fourth of July weekend always brought him joy. There was nothing better than watching his kids and grandkids play in the sand, take boat rides, and learn how to water ski. And then there was the food! Fresh popped popcorn, homemade ice cream, little neck clams and lemonade were some of his absolute favorites!
Michael's greatest joy in life came from his family. He was a loving husband to Suzanne, who he married on June 4, 1960, and a devoted father to his children, Lisa (Leon) Ford, Megan (Scott) Cain and Brian (Michele) Lattimer. Michael adored his seven grandchildren (Allesha, Luke, Andrew, Brennon, Aimee, Ben and Zach) and nine great-grandchildren. He cherished every moment spent with them. In addition to his immediate family, Michael is survived by his sister, Becky Hindman, and his brothers, Dave (Wanda) Lattimer and John (Gwen) Lattimer as well as many extended family members and friends.
Titus Funeral Home of North Webster is entrusted with the care of Mike. Friends and family may gather to celebrate his life on Saturday, March 30, at the funeral home, 8056 E 500 N, North Webster, IN 46555, from 11 a.m. until noon. The memorial service will begin at noon. Memorial contributions can be made to Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation at www.watershedfoundation.org.
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Terry H Bechaka
February 17, 2024
My sincerest condolences to Suzanne and your family. Mike was a great friend and family man. Wishing the family lots of love, comfort, and God blessings at this time of sorrow.
David Lenaway
January 30, 2024
My sincerest condolences to the entire Lattimer family. One of my favorite memories is when he took Brian, me, and another friend on a two day river trip in canoes that he made! We had a blast. RIP Mr Lattimer.
Dave Mohr
January 30, 2024
Condolences to the family. Mr. Lattimer was my 9th grade teacher at Westside.
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