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Richard Ulam Obituary
Richard "Dick" Ulam, 95, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born on March 28, 1928, in Chicago to the late Walter and Gladys (Waak) Ulam.
Dick retired as a gas serviceman with NIPSCO. He was a member of the Masonic Excelsior Lodge 41, 32 degree Scottish Rite, Order of Eastern Star, and a Shriner. He was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in La Porte.
On May 20, 1959, Dick married Louise (Travis), who preceded him in death on Oct. 2, 2008. Surviving is a daughter, Brenda Ulam of Michigan City; sons, Kevin (Colleen) Ulam of La Porte and Bruce (Sandy) Ulam of La Porte; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Kyle Ulam.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Monday, June 26, 2023, at Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, 1117 Indiana Avenue, La Porte, Indiana. A Masonic service will begin at 12 noon on Monday following the visitation, followed by a funeral service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana Masonic Home Foundation, 525 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204.
To light a virtual candle, share a story of Dick's life or leave a message of comfort for his family, please visit Esslingfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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