Obituaries

James Russell McKee

James Russell McKee, 89, Trail Creek, Indiana, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at 11:31 am in Franciscan Health - Michigan City.

 

Private family services will be conducted. Entombment will take place in Swan Lake Memorial Gardens Serenity Mausoleum. The Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Michigan City, IN is handling arrangements.    

 

He was born May 5, 1933 in Milford, IL to the late Paul and Olive (Oak) McKee. On December 27, 1952 in Michigan City, IN he married Joan Wroblewski who preceded him on October 14, 2004.

 

Surviving are two sons, Loren McKee and Duane (Cathy) McKee both of Michigan City, IN; two grandchildren, Shannon McKee of Michigan City, IN and Amanda Sobieski of Tucson, AZ; two great-grandchildren, Anthony Foley and Andrew Foley; sister, Pauline Fitzgerald McKee of Great Falls, VA;  and his companion, Barbara Brandon of Michigan City, IN.

 

He was preceded in death by his son, Brian McKee.

 

James worked the HVAC  Industry for many years. He was a member of the Elk's Lodge #432 and enjoyed tinkering in the garage.

 

Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. 

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