Michael Gene "Mike" Moss

Michael "Mike" Gene Moss, 67, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at 2:50 a.m. in Franciscan Health Michigan City, with his sons by his side.

Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, Indiana, with the D.A.V. chaplain officiating. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the funeral chapel.

He was born on Feb. 24, 1958, in Michigan City, Indiana, to the late Arthur Gene and Ruth Ann (Hefner) Moss.

Surviving are his two sons, Nicholas and Jason Moss, both of Michigan City, Indiana; one grandchild, Kaitlyn (Ethan) Moss; one great-grandchild on the way; one grand-puppy, Jaxon; six siblings, Steven C. (Dawn) Moss, Arthur S. (Christy) Moss, Christopher J. (Amy) Moss, James Moss, Debra (Jeff) Berg and Mary (Jeffery Smith) Moss; aunt, Betty Bowden; three cousins, Kimberly (Danny) Hefner-Brown, Angela (Brian) Kniola and Jane Avila; 11 nephews and nieces, Shannon (Angie) Moss, Jeremy Moss, Jamie Moss, Richie Hefner, Christopher Moss Jr., Jonathan Moss, Maria Moss, Jacob Lewis-Powless, Lynsey (Larry Jr.) Gust, Kara Hefner and Adelia Berry; and several great-great-nephews and -nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; cousin, Janet Lewis; and his beloved dog, Nemo.

Mike honorably served his country in the United States Marines Corps from 1976 to 1980. His specialty was machine gunner.

He was a fire captain for the Michigan City Fire Department, retiring in 2012 after 31 years of service. Also, was a La Porte County first responder, fire medic and firefighter I/II. During this time, he earned an associate degree in fire science from Ivy Tech, with many classes in leadership, HAZMAT and technical rescue. Mike enjoyed playing on the Michigan City Fire Department softball team.

Mike was a chapter member of the D.A.V. Chapter 23, Michigan City; and proudly served as treasurer until his passing.

Mike loved spending time with his sons, his precious granddaughter, and curling up on the chair with his grand-puppy. He joyfully played Santa for Shop with a Cop, and for the children of family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing darts, listening to music, and watching the Chicago Bears and Notre Dame football games.

Contributions may be made to D.A.V. Chapter 23, Kid's Christmas, 2301 Ohio Street, Michigan City, Indiana 46360.

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