Allen David Dreske Jr., 81, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.
Allen was born on February 7, 1944, in La Porte, IN, to Allen and Angela (Putchaven) Dreske.
Surviving Allen are his 2 stepsons, Timothy (Kristine) Bell of Lafayette and Todd Bell of Ames, IA; step-grandchildren, Sarah, Tyler and Camron; and sister-in-law, Sheila Horton of Searcy, AR.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Allen proudly served in the United States Army, where he held rank of E-3.
He enjoyed his various careers with A&P, Al's, Owen's Motor Supply, and CarQuest, where he served the community.
Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Patricia Kimmel, 2900 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350 or to the donor's choice.
Condolences may be shared online at www.cutlercares.com.
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2900 Monroe St., La Porte, IN 46350-5249
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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