James R. Baumer, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2022.

 

James was born on June 13, 1950, in La Porte, IN, to Edward and Margaret Baumer.

 

On August 23, 1980, in La Porte, IN , he married Janice, who survives. Also surviving are children, Jennifer ( Mike) Schuster and Sean (Penny) Tracey ; 4 grandchildren, Maggie Schuster of Valparaiso, Abigail Tracey of Elwood, Tessa Tracey of Elwood, and Austen Nicholas of Indianapolis; sister, Susan Baumer of St. Louis, MO, 2 brothers, Richard (Laura) Baumer of Dayton, OH, and John (Mary) Baumer of La Porte; as well as numerous nieces and a nephew.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Baumer; and nephew, Jason Baumer.

 

James was a Steelworker for many years at IN/KOTE. He enjoyed tractors, cats, and woodworking. James loved antique cars, especially GTOs. A Celebration of Life

 

Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Sam Polito officiating. Burial will follow at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2022, until the time of the service at the funeral home.

 

Memorial donations may be made to the NewDay Foundation, P.O. Box 13, La Porte, IN 46352.