Lucy West

Lucy West, age 87, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Brickyard Health Care on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Born in Combs, Kentucky, Lucy was the daughter of the late Mack Deaton and Sarah (Herald) Deaton. Proud of her Kentucky roots, she was a true "coal miner's daughter," carrying with her the resilience, humility, and strong work ethic that defined her throughout her life.

On August 24, 1957, Lucy married the love of her life, Herman R. West. Together they built a life centered on faithfulness, hard work, and devotion to family until Herman's passing in 2002. Their enduring love and commitment to one another remained an inspiration to those who knew them.

Lucy dedicated more than 30 years of her career as a press operator at American Rubber, where she earned the respect of her coworkers through her quiet determination and unwavering work ethic. Though naturally reserved, Lucy's actions spoke volumes. She was dependable, selfless, and never afraid of hard work.

Outside of work, Lucy found great joy tending to her garden, where her flowers flourished under her loving care. Much like the beautiful blooms she nurtured, Lucy's greatest legacy was the love she cultivated within her family. She treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and nothing brought her greater happiness than watching her family grow through the generations.

Lucy is lovingly survived by her four children, Donna (Wayne) Ellenburg, Diane Kantor (Kevin), Robert West (Lisa), and Roy West (Denise); fourteen grandchildren, Adam Lindsley, Eric Lindsley, Ian Lindsley, Hailey Ellenburg, Karma Ellenburg, Miracle Ellenburg, Kara Kantor, Max Kantor, Andrew West, Justin West, Jessica West, Alec West, Roy West, Jr., and Amber Maksyan; eleven great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Emma West (Martin); along with many beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herman R. West; her parents, Mack and Sarah Deaton; and her nine siblings, Virginia, Alford, John M., Chester, Shelby Jean, Nancy, Mary, Henry, and Susie.

A funeral service to celebrate Lucy's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Haverstock Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will immediately follow at Pine Lake Cemetery.

Lucy lived a life defined not by seeking recognition, but by faithfully caring for those she loved. Through her quiet strength, tireless work ethic, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family, she left an enduring example of grace, perseverance, and unconditional love. She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever carried in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.