William “Bill” Frederick Malone, 94, of Rolling Prairie, Ind. passed away Monday, Sept. 7, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born Aug. 9, 1926 in La Porte to Marvin “Pat” and Pauline (Morrical) Malone.
Bill married Marcille Lorraine Rheinholtz in La Porte.
A lifetime resident of the La Porte area, Bill was a member of the La Porte Assembly of God Church, serving as a deacon and board member. He also served in the United States Army during WWII, stationed in the Philippines and Korea. He earned The Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, The Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, The Good Conduct Medal, Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal Japan. Bill retired from Modines Manufacturing after 42 years. He was an avid fisherman, but his true passion in life was spending time with his family.
Survivors include daughters, Bettina (Adrian) Greer of Rolling Prairie, Ind. and Cecilee Malone of Rolling Prairie; and a grandchild, Nathanael Greer of Rolling Prairie.
He was preceded in death by his wife in 1990 and his parents.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13 and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, where a celebration of Bill’s life will be held with Pastor Roger Coleman officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Springville Cemetery, La Porte.
Memorial contributions may be made to the La Porte Assembly of God Church 244 E. Boyd Blvd. La Porte, Ind. 46350.
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