Nancy L. Polarek (Baker/Boyles), age 78, of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 20th, 2023. She was born on July 12, 1944 in LaPorte, IN to Peter Baker, Jr., and Hermina Pollnow (Baker) who both preceded her in death.
Nancy is survived by her loving children, Patricia Spicknall of Elkhart, IN and Peter Boyles of Gary, IN; grandchildren, Kirstie (Kristian Edders) Rojas and Jonathan (Krista) Spicknall; great-grandsons, Dominic Rojas and Conner Spicknall; brothers, Kenneth (Ruth) Baker of Fort Myers, FL and John (Jeannette) Baker of LaPorte, IN; and sister-in-law, Cheryl (Jon) Kaluzny of Wanatah, IN.
She is also preceded in death by her husband, James F. Polarek, step-father, Norbert Pollnow, and brother, David (Cheryl) Baker.
Nancy managed the license branch in Michigan City for a number of years, as well as working as a warranty clerk and bookkeeper. She enjoyed politics and was active in the LaPorte County Republican party until moving to Valparaiso, IN. She was an avid gardener. She loved to cook and bake. She lived for her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nancy will be missed by all who knew her.
Friends are invited to visit with Nancy’s family on Thursday, January, 26th, 2023 from 9:00am until the time of service at 10:00 am at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 818 Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 46360
Flowers may be sent directly to the church. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions in Nancy’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org
To sign the guestbook or leave condolences, please visit www.geisenfuneralhome.com (219) 874-4214.