(Michigan City, IN) - A longtime funeral home owner has been named Humanitarian of the Year in Michigan City.

 

Lynn Haverstock was chosen by the Michigan City Human Rights Commission.

 

Haverstock will be presented with the award during a reception on June 12 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 p.m. at Michigan City Senior center. 

 

He has been president of Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services since 1977 and now serves as CEO.

 

Haverstock attended Rolling Prairie High School and the Indiana College of Mortuary Science. He is active in many professional and civic organizations, including St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Moose Lodge 980 and St. Joseph Young Men's Society

 

He’s also past president and board member for the Michigan City Exchange Club and former charter member of the board for the Michigan City Urban Enterprise Association.

 

He also serves on the board of the Share Foundation for the Handicapped.

 

“We’re excited this year to continue recognizing individuals who are making a positive impact in Michigan City,” said Derald Borton, chairman of the Michigan City Human Rights Commission.