George William Lehker, 58, of Rolling Prairie, IN, died Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.
He was born July 30, 1956, in LaPorte to Walter and Roberta (Carnes) Lehker.
George worked in sales and service for Diedrich Drill Inc. for 28 years. He was a member of Maple Grove United Methodist Church in New Carlisle, IN. George loved riding on his tractor and spending time with his dog, Bo.
On May 17, 1980, he married Tara Bock, who survives.
Also surviving is his beloved daughter, Rachel Lehker of Rolling Prairie.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 p.m. CST Monday, Dec. 29, at Maple Grove United Methodist Church, New Carlisle, with Rev. Robert Raschka officiating. Visitation will be held at the church Monday from 1 p.m. until the service. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the National Kidney Foundation, 911 E. 86th St., Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.