DAVID C. LUTZ age 64 of Crown Point passed away Tuesday March 4 2008. Survived by wife of 22 years Teresa four daughters: Lorianne (Dave) Kingma of Aurora IL Lisa (Tom) Henderson of Lake Station IN Leslie (Jerry) Robinson owner of Mane Image Valparaiso IN Tracey (Mike) Conn of Crown Point IN ten grandchildren: ConnorContinue Reading
DAVID C. LUTZ age 64 of Crown Point passed away Tuesday March 4 2008. Survived by wife of 22 years Teresa four daughters: Lorianne (Dave) Kingma of Aurora IL Lisa (Tom) Henderson of Lake Station IN Leslie (Jerry) Robinson owner of Mane Image Valparaiso IN Tracey (Mike) Conn of Crown Point IN ten grandchildren: Connor Kingma Hayley and Hattie Andrews Jeremy Robinson Megan and Kirsten Gildersleeve Amy Michael and Lilli Conn and Jacob Tyler Jones parents Donald and Freda Lutz of Grand Rapids MI sister Marty (David) Zepeda of Lansing MI brother Steven (Diane) Lutz of Germany three nephews: Donald Matt and Ryan. David was a member of First United Methodist Church of Crown Point. He was a member of Gary Sportsmen Club and golfed in the Mens League and Couples Mixed League. He was a prominent businessman in Crown Point and was the owner of Retirement Income Specialist and a former employee of Hammond Valve and Thermark companies. David was a graduate of Grand Rapids High School and received his B.S. degree from Western Michigan University and earned a Masters degree from I.U. Northwest. Friends may call at Pruzin & Little Funeral Service 811 East Franciscan Drive (on State Road 55 south of State Road 231) Crown Point Thursday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held Friday March 7 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Pruzin & Little Chapel with Rev. Mark Wilkins officiating. Services to conclude at the funeral home with cremation to follow. Memorials preferred to American Cancer Society. Please click on the following link to view Davids Tribute video.http://videos.lifetributes.com/12477>http://videos.lifetributes.com/12477
Lisa
left a message on March 9, 2008:
Dad I cant believe you are gone. I know it was for the best a part of life and that I am just being selfish. I will miss your life lessons and your laugh and your phone calls. Today I was clearing off some of the messages on my cell phone and there were three messages from you. It was so nice to hear your voice. At the funeral I tried to be strong for Teresa Grandma Marty Mom Lori Leslie Tracy and everyone but I lost it a little. I have your strength but I also have Moms wonderful ability to express emotion. I wish you could have been here to celebrate when I graduate from school but I know you will be there for all my accomplishments. And I also know when I need you during difficult times you will be there as well. I hope you have found Uncle Ollie Aunt Jenny Tom Meyers Grandpa Lewis Grandma Esther and my friends that I miss and think about all the time. I love you Daddy Lisa
Jim Langen
left a message on March 8, 2008:
Dear Teresa anf family So sorry for your loss. I considered Dave a friend I enjoyed the times we had and will miss him. He was the kind of guy you just dont forget. If there is anything I can do dont hesitate to call. Jim and Joyce Langen
Hayley
left a message on March 8, 2008:
I miss you Grampa. I hope youll be there with me forever and always. And I hope you see me make every shot for you from now in on the court.
John & Linda Petalas
left a message on March 7, 2008:
Dear Teresa and family Our hearts are with you. Dave was bigger than life and he will be very much missed by all of us at the club but especially by you and his family. He always had a smile on his face and surely made good use of his short 64 years on this earth. Its hard to express in words but please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Sincerely John & Linda Petalas
LuAnne (Pierce) and Steve Faulk
left a message on March 6, 2008:
Teresa and Family: We were saddened to hear of Davids death. We had always had him in our thoughts and prayers during these months of illness. We know he is with the Lord and is at peace. Our prayers will continue for you and the family. May the Lord fill the great void left in your hearts with His wonderful peace and love. His still small voice will guide you in the days ahead. We love you. God Bless You. LuAnne and Steve
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
christina J harris
left a message on March 6, 2008:
I met David a few years ago and I was impressed by his storytelling ability. He was so personable. You could tell he loved his family and his job. He took great pride in his service to others. I was lucky to have met him. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Bonnie Scherkenbach
left a message on March 6, 2008:
I have fond memories of playing the clarinet with David at Burton Junior High in Grand Rapids. We shared some laughs in high school and also in later years. I know he will be missed by his family.
Edward gildersleeve and Leslie Murovic
left a message on March 6, 2008:
Lutz Family Leslie and family we both send our prayers to you all. I had the Honor to meet your dad once he will be missed but he will always be there for you he will always be in your Hearts that is were you will find him anytime you need him. Remember all your times with him for this will give you the Peace that (DAD) is right there with you. God Bless you all.
Mary Whitman Kuhner
left a message on March 6, 2008:
My sympathies to the family. Dave and I grew up together in Grand Rapids. Have many fond memories of playing clarinet in the Burton Junior High band together.
julie monek
left a message on March 5, 2008:
My deepest sympathy goes out to Mr. Lutzs wife daughters and other family members. I was one of his nurses at the hospital who took care of him. I lost my dad last March and there is not a day that goes by that I dont think of him. I know that David will live on forever in all of your hearts and I will always remember him too. We talked quite a bit when I was taking care of him and I got to know him a little better than most of my patients. He was a wonderful person and he cared very deeply for all of you. I know that there are no words to really console you for your great loss I can only tell you that in time you will heal with the help of God and all of your cherished memories of David.
helen Olejnik
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Teresa I am broken hearted! so happy I got to talk to him on Monday to tell him how much he had helped me and sent my Love!
Renee (Wolff) Rodimel
left a message on March 5, 2008:
I was so surprised and saddened to see Davids obituary in the paper today. I worked with David for a short time in 1988 at PCNI (Physicians Choice of Northwest Indiana) owned by American HMO. I was just starting out in business and David frequently gave me good business advice. I also remember how he would be full of smiles when talking about his wife Teresa. I think you were newly married at the time. He was very proud to call you his wife. I extend my sympathies to all of Davids family. Teresa I hope time will bring you peace and comfort. Gods Blessings Renee (Wolff) Rodimel
Phyllis Conrad
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Teresa I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer. Im so sorry that we cant be with you this week but well be there for the reunion and the memorial service. Just remember that God loves you and He is sufficient for all your needs. Well certainly miss David. Love you Phyllis
Karl and Caryl Kugler
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Dear Teresa We feel sorry for you and yours on the loss of David. May he REST IN PEACE and thank you for everything. In DEEPEST SYMPATHY(we have to attend to Johnny and are therefore unable to attend). Karl(Jaegermeister)& Caryl Kugler.
Sandy Wiley
left a message on March 4, 2008:
Lisa and Family You have our deepest condolences during this time. Your dad is in a better place now and will watch over all of you. God bless you and keep you Love Tom Sandy and family
Sue & Kim Parker
left a message on March 4, 2008:
Our love thoughts and prayers go out to all of Davids family at this very sad time. Although we did not know David personally we knew of him through our friendship with Lorraine Lisa Leslie and Sharon. He is now in the safe hands of the Lord and will suffer no more. God bless and keep you all safe.
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Lisa
left a message on March 9, 2008:
Dad I cant believe you are gone. I know it was for the best a part of life and that I am just being selfish. I will miss your life lessons and your laugh and your phone calls. Today I was clearing off some of the messages on my cell phone and there were three messages from you. It was so nice to hear your voice. At the funeral I tried to be strong for Teresa Grandma Marty Mom Lori Leslie Tracy and everyone but I lost it a little. I have your strength but I also have Moms wonderful ability to express emotion. I wish you could have been here to celebrate when I graduate from school but I know you will be there for all my accomplishments. And I also know when I need you during difficult times you will be there as well. I hope you have found Uncle Ollie Aunt Jenny Tom Meyers Grandpa Lewis Grandma Esther and my friends that I miss and think about all the time. I love you Daddy Lisa
Jim Langen
left a message on March 8, 2008:
Dear Teresa anf family So sorry for your loss. I considered Dave a friend I enjoyed the times we had and will miss him. He was the kind of guy you just dont forget. If there is anything I can do dont hesitate to call. Jim and Joyce Langen
Hayley
left a message on March 8, 2008:
I miss you Grampa. I hope youll be there with me forever and always. And I hope you see me make every shot for you from now in on the court.
John & Linda Petalas
left a message on March 7, 2008:
Dear Teresa and family Our hearts are with you. Dave was bigger than life and he will be very much missed by all of us at the club but especially by you and his family. He always had a smile on his face and surely made good use of his short 64 years on this earth. Its hard to express in words but please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Sincerely John & Linda Petalas
LuAnne (Pierce) and Steve Faulk
left a message on March 6, 2008:
Teresa and Family: We were saddened to hear of Davids death. We had always had him in our thoughts and prayers during these months of illness. We know he is with the Lord and is at peace. Our prayers will continue for you and the family. May the Lord fill the great void left in your hearts with His wonderful peace and love. His still small voice will guide you in the days ahead. We love you. God Bless You. LuAnne and Steve
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
christina J harris
left a message on March 6, 2008:
I met David a few years ago and I was impressed by his storytelling ability. He was so personable. You could tell he loved his family and his job. He took great pride in his service to others. I was lucky to have met him. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Bonnie Scherkenbach
left a message on March 6, 2008:
I have fond memories of playing the clarinet with David at Burton Junior High in Grand Rapids. We shared some laughs in high school and also in later years. I know he will be missed by his family.
Edward gildersleeve and Leslie Murovic
left a message on March 6, 2008:
Lutz Family Leslie and family we both send our prayers to you all. I had the Honor to meet your dad once he will be missed but he will always be there for you he will always be in your Hearts that is were you will find him anytime you need him. Remember all your times with him for this will give you the Peace that (DAD) is right there with you. God Bless you all.
Mary Whitman Kuhner
left a message on March 6, 2008:
My sympathies to the family. Dave and I grew up together in Grand Rapids. Have many fond memories of playing clarinet in the Burton Junior High band together.
julie monek
left a message on March 5, 2008:
My deepest sympathy goes out to Mr. Lutzs wife daughters and other family members. I was one of his nurses at the hospital who took care of him. I lost my dad last March and there is not a day that goes by that I dont think of him. I know that David will live on forever in all of your hearts and I will always remember him too. We talked quite a bit when I was taking care of him and I got to know him a little better than most of my patients. He was a wonderful person and he cared very deeply for all of you. I know that there are no words to really console you for your great loss I can only tell you that in time you will heal with the help of God and all of your cherished memories of David.
helen Olejnik
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Teresa I am broken hearted! so happy I got to talk to him on Monday to tell him how much he had helped me and sent my Love!
Renee (Wolff) Rodimel
left a message on March 5, 2008:
I was so surprised and saddened to see Davids obituary in the paper today. I worked with David for a short time in 1988 at PCNI (Physicians Choice of Northwest Indiana) owned by American HMO. I was just starting out in business and David frequently gave me good business advice. I also remember how he would be full of smiles when talking about his wife Teresa. I think you were newly married at the time. He was very proud to call you his wife. I extend my sympathies to all of Davids family. Teresa I hope time will bring you peace and comfort. Gods Blessings Renee (Wolff) Rodimel
Phyllis Conrad
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Teresa I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer. Im so sorry that we cant be with you this week but well be there for the reunion and the memorial service. Just remember that God loves you and He is sufficient for all your needs. Well certainly miss David. Love you Phyllis
Karl and Caryl Kugler
left a message on March 5, 2008:
Dear Teresa We feel sorry for you and yours on the loss of David. May he REST IN PEACE and thank you for everything. In DEEPEST SYMPATHY(we have to attend to Johnny and are therefore unable to attend). Karl(Jaegermeister)& Caryl Kugler.
Sandy Wiley
left a message on March 4, 2008:
Lisa and Family You have our deepest condolences during this time. Your dad is in a better place now and will watch over all of you. God bless you and keep you Love Tom Sandy and family
Sue & Kim Parker
left a message on March 4, 2008:
Our love thoughts and prayers go out to all of Davids family at this very sad time. Although we did not know David personally we knew of him through our friendship with Lorraine Lisa Leslie and Sharon. He is now in the safe hands of the Lord and will suffer no more. God bless and keep you all safe.
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