Steven P. Gutowski, July 17, 1956 - October 15, 2026.
Steven P. Gutowski, 70, Trail Creek, Indiana, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:39 am.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm Monday, October 19, 2026, in the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, Indiana, with Paul Pickens officiating. Visitation hours will be Monday from 1:00 pm -3:00 pm, in the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel.
He was born July 17, 1956, in Michigan City, Indiana, to the late Harry and Mary (Poczekay) Gutowski. On May 17, 2002, in Michigan City, Indiana, he married Esther Hovey, who survives in Trail Creek, Indiana. Also surviving are his children, Jordan (Nikki) Gutowski of Michigan City, Indiana, Stevie (David Blount) Gutowski of Remington, Indiana, Valery Ritz of Valparaiso, Indiana; Brittani (Matt) Ivey of Lafayette, Indiana; and Connor Payne of Michigan City, Indiana; grandchildren, Jordan Blount, River Ivey, Amro Boges, Rayne Ivey, and Gianna Boges; brother, Lawrence (Karen) Gutowski of Trail Creek, Indiana; sister, Susan Gutowski of Chesterton, Indiana.
He was preceded in death by brother, Daniel Gutowski; father, Harry Gutowski; mother, Mary Gutowski-Tuel and Step-Father, Carrel Tuel.
Steve had previously worked at Bethlehem Steel as a crane operator, retired after 25 years as a police officer with the Michigan City Police Department and at the present time was working for La Porte County as a bridge tender at the Michigan City harbor basin. Steve enjoyed fishing, walking, hiking, boating, working out, and also had played softball for many years. He also was a White Sox, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Notre Dame football fan along with spending time with all his grandchildren.
Contributions may be made to Friendship Botanic Gardens, 2055 US Highway 12 E, Michigan City, Indiana 46360
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