Richard Piotrowicz

Richard N. Piotrowicz November 10, 1939-December 9, 2014 Mr. Richard N. Piotrowicz, 75, of North Liberty, Indiana, died Tuesday December 9, 2014 at Walkerton-Miller's Merry Manor in Walkerton, IN. He was born November 10, 1939 in LaPorte, Indiana, the son of Ferdinand Piotrowicz and Francis (Novak) Piotrowicz. Richard worked as a dock worker for Shippers and Ashland Chemical. He was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church . He was a Veteran of the US Navy. Richard received his degree from IUSB. Richard coached and ran youth league in North Liberty. He enjoyed fishing, collecting Indian artifacts and loved spending time with his family and friends.. On December 16, 1960, in Illinois, he married Virginia "Ginny" (Carlson) Piotrowicz who survives. He is also survived by his two sons, Scott (April) Piotrowicz of North Liberty, IN, Brian (Terri) Piotrowicz of Lake In The Hills, IL; two daughters, Robin (Roberto) Paz of Covington, LA, Kay Piotrowicz of Indianapolis, IN; six grandchildren, Adam Piotrowicz, Kelsey Odell, Elizabeth Paz, Maria Paz, Richard Straight, Ashley Cosamento; two great-grandchildren, Callie and Kaiden; two half-brothers, Kenny and Brad; one half-sister, Suzie; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Richard was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN where the family will receive friends Friday, December 12, 2014, from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 13, 2014, from 1:00 pm, until time of service. A life celebration will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Saturday December 13, 2014 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Ronald Devenport, officiating. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery, Mill Creek, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veteran 2301 Ohio Street Michigan City, IN 46360 or Mill Creek Baptist Church 8762 E. 200 S. Mill Creek, IN 46365. Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Richard N. Piotrowicz please visit our Sympathy Store.