Lillian Rose Stone, 79, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at Miller Health and Rehab, La Porte. 

   

Lillian was born in Michigan City, IN, on June 16th, 1943 to JC and Mildred Anna Auguasta (Gubbine) Miller. 

 

Surviving are her children, Terri (Rey) Brandt of Plymouth, Tom Paterson of Argos, Rob Paterson of Elkhart, and Tim (Shalon) Paterson of Plymouth; 5 grandchildren, Joshua Brandt, Katy Brandt, Henry Paterson, Samantha Paterson, and Grace Paterson, all of Plymouth; significant other of over 25 years, Richard Inman of La Porte; sisters, Patricia Shores of Westville, Jayne (Bob) Bulger of Pinhook, Sue Maupin of La Porte, Sharon Miller of Westville, and Karen Miller of La Porte; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, James and William Paterson; second husband, Richard Stone; and sister, Nancy Juckett.

 

Lillian enjoyed making and selling crafts.  She loved her plants and bird watching.

 

Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte.

 

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 22nd, 2023, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

 

A time of visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the service on Sunday at the funeral home. 

 

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans, 2301 Ohio St, Michigan City, IN 46360.

 

Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlercares.com.