Obituaries

Mark Alan Goers (Services Update)

Mark Alan Goers, 68, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at his home.

 

Mark was born on July 24, 1952 in La Porte, IN, to William Otto and Mary Jo (Jones) Goers.

 

Surviving Mark are his brother, Corey (Rita) Goers of La Porte; nephews, Corey (Meghan) Goers of Avon and Brandon Goers of La Porte; great-niece, Emily Goers, great-nephew, Camden Goers; sister-in-law, Marie Goers of La Porte; niece, Angie (Julius) Makina Ellis of LaPorte; great-nieces Ciara Augusta, Madison Hanley, and Rachel Ellis; and great-nephew Malik Corley; uncle, Roger (Penny) Jones of La Porte; cousins, Brad (Jenna) Jones of Three Rivers, Michigan and Clara Jones.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Scott Goers. 

 

Drafted in 1970, Mark was an Army Veteran, but never did a tour of duty after being injured state-side in training maneuvers.   He was a member of the American Legion, where he was often seen playing pool as a member of the American Legion Team.  Mark enjoyed playing and coaching softball, as well as gardening.  He was an avid bowler and bowled a 300. Mark always loved his Cocker Spaniels, Missy, Gigi, and Lizzy.

 

Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte. A Graveside Service with Full Military Honors will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Salem Cemetery, La Porte.  A time of visitation will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2900 Monroe Street, La Porte.

   

Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Legion Post 83 Auxiliary, 228 E. Lincolnway, La Porte, IN 46350; the VFW La Porte, 181 McClung Rd, La Porte, IN 46350; or the Michiana Humane Society, 722 Indiana Highway 212, Michigan City, IN 46360.

 

Condolences may be shared online at www.cutlercares.com

 

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