Lawrence “Larry” Andrew Ales, 64, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, at La Porte Hospital and Health Services.
He was born April 5, 1955, in Galesburg, IL, to Richard and Eleanore (Albert) Ales.
Larry was a teacher and girls’ track and football coach for many years at La Porte Community School Corporation. He was loved by his students and co-workers. Larry was a sports fanatic, especially in regards to the Chicago Cubs and Bears. He enjoyed basketball and golf.
Surviving are his siblings, Laura Taylor of Austin, TX, Leah Ditto of Bridgman, MI, Lee (Dalila) Ales of Aurora, CO, Lloyd (Angela) Ales of Bridgman, MI, and Linda Anderson of Cypress, CA; 7 nieces and nephews, Elizabeth A. McAtee, Lucas (Elizabeth) Pansky, Madisyn Ales, Gavin Ales, Morgen Ales, Anthony Ales, and Isabella Ales; and great-nephews, Kelsen and Kyan McAtee.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Andrew (Susie) Ales and Emilio (Sally) Albert.
Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte, IN. A Memorial Mass will be held in the spring.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Linda Anderson, 2900 Monroe St., La Porte, IN 46350, or to the donor’s choice.
Messages of condolences may be posted below on WNLP as well as at at www.cutlercares.com.