Charles Kime

Charles E. Kime March 9, 1930-January 6, 2015 Mr. Charles E. Kime, 84, of La Porte, Indiana, died Tuesday January 6, 2015 at his home in La Porte, IN. He was born March 9, 1930 in Skidmore, Missouri, the son of Earl Kime and Edith (Spangler) Kime. Charles worked as a machinist for 29 years for Joy Manufacturing, retiring in 1988. He was a member of LaPorte Presbyterian Church. Charles was an inventor. He built furniture, enjoyed painting and could fix anything. Charles was a supporter of small businesses. He also enjoyed taking care of his yard. Charles was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean Conflict. On October 12, 1957, in LaPorte, IN, he married Dolores (Baity) Kime who survives. He is also survived by his son, Robert (Vanessa) Kime of Wawaka, IN; daughter, Suzanne (Billy) Kime-Ball of La Porte, IN; six grandchildren, Amanda (Eric) Barcus of Kendallville, IN, Steven (Courtney) Kime of Ligonier, IN, Eric Kime of La Porte, IN, Tanya (John) Rogers of La Porte, IN, Barbara Ball-Evans of La Porte, IN, Sandra Ball of West Palm Beach, FL. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Lester Kime. Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN where the family will receive friends Saturday, January 10, 2015, from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Sunday, January 11, 2015, 1:00 pm, until time of service. A life celebration will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Sunday January 11, 2015 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Sally Wicks officiating. Interment will follow at the Patton Cemetery, LaPorte, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association 50 E. 91st St. STE 100 Indianapolis, IN 46209-4830. Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Charles E. Kime please visit our Sympathy Store.