Lorea Harris Obituary
Lorea Ann Harris
November 15, 1953-May 16, 2024
Lorea Harris, 70, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Northwest Health in La Porte, IN.
She was born November 15, 1953 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of James Heise and Phyllis (Purkal) Heise.
A lifetime resident of the area, Lorea graduated from New Prairie High School in 1972, went on to Memorial School of Nursing, Ball State for her Bachelors and finally Valparaiso University, where she earned her Master’s in Nursing and became a Nurse Practitioner. On August 10, 1974, in LaPorte, IN, she married the love of her life James Thomas Harris, who preceded her in death December 15, 2013. Her career, which spanned over 40 years, began at La Porte Hospital, where she worked in Labor and Delivery, wound care, and was the coordinator for Infection control. She then went to Beacon Medical on I street as a Family Nurse Practitioner and finally went to part time for Harbor Light Hospice, where she retired. Lorea also found time to teach nursing at PNC, while taking care of her home and her family. She loved making quilts by hand, crocheting and knitting, and had an extensive Barbie collection. She had the heart of a caregiver and what she considered the most precious was her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all.
Lorea is survived by her son, Matthew Thomas Harris of Rolling Prairie, IN; two daughters, Ann Marie (Ryan) Gorski of Oro Valley, AZ, Becky (Mark) Ryan of Hanna, IN; two brothers, Tom (Gayle) Heise of La Porte, IN, Jim (Nupur Narain) Heise of Guilford, CT; brother-in-law, Mike (Deb) Harris of Rolling Prairie, IN; six grandchildren, Remy Gorski, Jenna Gorski, Brandon Gorski, Rozilyn Gorski, Nolan Ryan, Owen Ryan, and several nieces and nephews.
Lorea was preceded in death by her parents and husband., James.
Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends for a visitation on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11 a.m. with Pastor JoEllyn Chadwick, officiating. Cremation will take place.
Memorial contributions may be made in Lorea's name to your local American Red Cross at www.redcross.org.
Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
602 Maple Avenue, La Porte, IN 46350
People and places connected with Lorea
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Lorea Harris
Make a Donation
in Lorea Harris's name
How to support Lorea's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Lorea Harris's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read moreSponsored