Leslie Robert Hedrick, 68, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away Sunday, December 11th, 2022, at Aperion Care in Michigan City, IN with family by his side.

 

He was born October 9th, 1954, in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Robert Hedrick and Oleva (Russell) Hedrick, who preceded him in death.

 

On August 18th, 1998, in Petersburg, Indiana, Leslie married Barbara Hedrick, who survives. He is also survived by his two sons, Nicholas Hedrick, and Alexander (Christian) Hedrick; step-son, Andrew Dixon; three daughters, Kimberly (Carl) Goeppner, Angela (Justin) Nunn, Lacey (Gavin) Mathies; brother, Thomas (Suellen) Richardson; two sisters, Anita (Dave) Nance, Tamara (Dave) McKinney; sixteen grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

 

Four years ago, Leslie and Barbara moved from Evansville, Indiana to La Porte, Indiana. Together, they attended Christian Crossroads Church. Leslie had a love for motorcycles, was an avid NASCAR fan, and was a TV buff. He especially loved his pocket knife which he carried with him everywhere.

 

Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Avenue, LaPorte, IN. Cremation will take place. The family will be having a memorial service in southern Indiana at a later date.

 

Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.