Virginia Murray Carter Luers

October 27, 1920 - February 13, 2010

Virginia Murray Carter Luers, age 89, of Crown Point, IN, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 13, 2010. She was born October 27, 1920 in Dubois County, IN to the late Edward and Blanche Stevens. Her life was one of deep faith and generosity of spirit that enriched her family and touched many lives over the years. She worked in the home economics department for the Extension Service for 29 years until her retirement in 1984. Virginia was also very involved in church and civic affairs, where she taught Sunday school for many years at First Christian Church in Crown Point, and later helped to preside and participate in the women's ministry at First Presbyterian Church, Merrillville where she was a current member. She was a former president of Psi Ote Sorority, and held other offices within the Vivian Society Elks and the Homemakers Extension Club. Virginia loved to play golf and enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and ballroom dancing. Virginia is survived by her husband: A.D. “Bud” Luers, and was preceded in death by former husbands: Edward W. Murray Jr. and Jack Carter. Virginia is also survived by two sons: Bill Charlene Murray and Dick Barbara Murray; four grandchildren: Mikhail Murray, Michaile Murray Broadnax Anthony, Joshua Murray, and Jonathon Murray; three great-grandchildren: Garrett Broadnax, Jade Broadnax, and Michele Bees, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre NOTE: NEW LOCATION-2 blocks east of Broadway at 606 E 113th Ave. Crown Point, IN, with Rev. William Hudson and Pastor Michaile Broadnax officiating. Interment at Maplewood Memorial Cemetery in Crown Point, IN. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre in Crown Point, IN. Memorial donations may be given to Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church of Merrillville. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guestbook section on the obituary page at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. For information call 219-663-2500.

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She was a wonderful friend and mentor. I know you will all miss her.

Mr. Luers, Bill & Dick, Mom, Jim and I were deeply saddened to hear of your wife and mother's passing. We have a lot of fond memories of the days in Liberty Park, and they are good memories. Our love and prayers are with the family. Valarie Hartman Bratton Sylvia Hartman & Jim

Bill, Your Mom was a friend and good neighbor to all of us in Liberty Park. She was one of the influential leaders of our 4-H group in Liberty Park, along with Mrs. Isolampi and Mrs. Fitzgerald ?? I remember seeing her at our 45th class reunion, but missed her at this recent one. You were too busy, I think, to bring her to see us! I know you'll miss her, but she'll always be a part of you and I will always remember her fondly. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Please accept our condolences. Sue & Larry Costin

I was saddened to read of your loss in the paper. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. With deepest sympathy and prayers, Pam Wadycki

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Dick and Barb, We are sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you during this time. Jayne and Jim

VIRGINIA WAS A FUN GAL. I ENJOYED WORKING WITH HER AT THE GIFT SHOP AT ST. ANTHONY'S. SHE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER----I KNOW I WILL. GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND.

Some of my fondest memories are spending Thanksgivings and Easters at Aunti Ginnies house in Crown Point. You all have been blessed having so many years with Virginia, and please know my prayers are with you all at this time. I was just looking at old pictures and yes, there were a ton of knitted hats and scarves that she knitted for my sisters and I, they matched the fish net stockings we always wore. What fashion statements we were!!! Barb Lutgen Pastoret

Mary Ann and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of one of our old ballroom buddies. Virginia was a very sweet woman and she will be missed.

We love you Dick and Barb and family. Our prayers are with you. Love, Sam and Judy

I remember Mrs. Murray from the Maple Lane days, especially dancing to Hard Days Night by the Beatles in the basement with Shelly and Mike. She was a wonderful woman. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.