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John Luttig Obituary
John L. Luttig, age 65, passed away on September 18, 2014. He was born on June 5, 1949 in St. Johns the son of the late Norman and Rosaline (Thelen) Luttig. He graduated from Lawrence Tech with a degree in architecture and was employed by the Federal Government doing architectural design for the U.S. Postal service. John was a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and established scholarship foundations for architectural and engineering students. He enjoyed traveling, cooking, bicycling and genealogy and was proud of his German heritage.
He is survived by his loving family, sisters, Janice (Sam) Simmon and Jean Luttig, nephew, Travis (Brenda) Simmon, niece, Lindsay (Nate) Simmon, step-great nephew, Tate and step-great niece, Kylee.
Funeral Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 10:30 a.m., at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fowler with Fr. Eric Weber presiding. Burial will follow at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Goerge Chapel of Osgood Funeral Homes, 11112 W. Ionia St., Fowler on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum, MSU, 556 E. Circle Dr., Room 344, East Lansing, MI 48824 or the R.E. Olds Museum, 240 Museum Dr., Lansing, MI 48933. The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
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Ray German
October 2, 2014
I met John in 1978 and was blessed with his friendship, wit and warmth all these years. He is gone from us much too soon. His smile will remain with me as will memories of his many kindnesses to those in his life.
Biki Hopper
September 30, 2014
John's passing is such a blow. Our friendship means the world to me. My parents, the whole family loved him. We looked forward to everyone of his letters, they made us laugh til tears came.
So much remained unsaid in the past years.....
Phil Mischler
September 25, 2014
John's early passing is such a great loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to John's sisters and other family. John was a very smart and inquisitive man. He had a smile and a welcoming greeting for everyone. I will remember him for his love of art, history, architecture and travel, but perhaps most of all for his wit and keen insight into daily life and events. John was also very interested in his family history and genealogy, thus connecting with his love of history. I will be forever grateful for the things he taught me. His memory will always be with me. Peace to you John Leo.
Linda B
September 23, 2014
John was a kind and humorous man. He was a joy to work with.
September 23, 2014
I will miss John very much! He is such a good person and I feel very blessed that I had the opportunity to get to know him and call him my friend! I will always remember his infectous smile.
Mareen "Mo" Curdy
Shilpa Buch
September 22, 2014
You are in a happier place my friend...
September 22, 2014
John was a VERY special friend and a human being. When I close my eyes i think of his beautiful smile...He was a great cook.. made terrific salads and loved Indian food...I am sure he is still smiling from up there....
Miss you John!
I need to contact his sisters... please help...
Love Shilpa and Jagdeep BUCH (Kansas City)
Henry Stellema
September 22, 2014
John and I worked together at the same architecture firm here in Indianapolis. He was a good friend and was always there if you needed help.
Sylvia Augustus
September 22, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. John was always kind, caring and compassionate; no matter what the situation was at hand. He will be missed by many. Sending prayers and lots of love.
Ken Hollingsworth
September 22, 2014
I really liked John and stayed in touch with him via e-mails about car shows and Olds. since he retired from GSA.
Zach Hawks
September 22, 2014
John will be greatly missed.
the Sizemores
September 21, 2014
We will miss Uncle Johnson very, very much and are lucky and grateful to have had the opportunity to know him.
Brendon and Sandy Goerge
September 21, 2014
John was a great guy, always quick with a smile and a hug. We are so sorry for your great loss. He will be missed.
Joni & Vinny Matarazzo
September 20, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May God keep him in His care! Our prayers are offered up for John and all of his loved ones!
Jay Mulligan
September 20, 2014
My wife and I enjoyed getting to know John when he lived in Overland Park, KS where we attended many homes association events together. John was always quick with a smile and also had some great stories to share, usually about 'the architect vs. the federal judge'. Many a judge learned that the architect could not be intimidated, bullied or dismissed. John taught the skills of compromise to some very reluctant 'students'. He will be missed.
Kent Robinosn
September 20, 2014
I extend my sincere sympathy to John's family. I knew him from his years in Indianapolis when we got together on several occasions for social events. I particularly enjoyed his sense of humor.
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