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Marjorie A. "Marge" Grace obituary, La Porte, IN

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Marjorie "Marge" A. Grace, 96, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Nov. 17, 2025.

Marge was born July 27, 1929, in Willoughby, Ohio. Marge was the daughter of Maynard and Zelda (Garretson) Shroyer, who preceded her in death along with two brothers, Richard (Dorothy) and Ted (Nancy) Shroyer; and one sister, Virginia (John) Grace.

On May 22, 1948, she married Robert M. Grace, who preceded her in death.

Marge worked as an executive secretary at Austenal, Allis Chalmers, La Porte Hospital and the La Porte County Medical Society.

She enjoyed playing bridge, golf and bowling. Marge also enjoyed her winters in Florida.

Marge is survived by her children, Susan of La Porte, Dr. Robert (Cheryl) of La Porte, Steven (Wendy) of Vandalia, Michigan, and Terri (Lee Wainscott) of La Porte; grandchildren, Kristyn (Rob MacInnis), Erin (Gabe) D'Vincent, Ryan Grace, Jacob Eaton and Taylor Grace; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Patrick; and a granddaughter, Anne Grace.

Marge will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

A private family funeral was held on Nov. 20, 2025, at Pine Lake Cemetery.

Arrangements were entrusted to Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel in La Porte.

Memorial contributions may be made to The ALS Foundation.

To light a virtual candle, share a story of Marge's life, or leave a message of comfort for her family, please visit esslingfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by La Porte County Herald-Dispatch on Dec. 11, 2025.

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Christopher

January 26, 2026

One of the most caring, selfless, loving, family oriented and an example for all to follow. A loving wife, mother, grand mother, great grandmother and cared for everyone she was acquainted with.

I love you grandma and this isn´t goodbye, it´s just a reminder that next time we see eachother I´ll make liver and onions and you can make the oyster dressing. I love you and until we meet again, take care of grandpa and thank you for showing us what right looks like.

Love you eternally,
Christopher

Rich and Janice Lenard

December 13, 2025

Our sympathy to the family of Marge. She was a wonderful person and a great
mother. I have such great memories of my times at family gatherings. We had such fun playing at the lot across the street and swimming at the old beach. We are thinking of you at this time.

Sally Bachman Bergman

December 12, 2025

I´m so sorry, Steve and Wendy. Prayers for peace and comfort for all the family.

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