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FN Lutz Sr.

February 26, 1930 - February 24, 2021

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Tippecanoe Memory Gardens
1718 W. 350 North
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Monday 3/1, 10:00 am

A Graveside service will be held at the Tippecanoe Memory Gardens Mausoleum.

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Memorial

Memorial contributions in FN’s name may be given to Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1024 Elizabeth St, Lafayette, IN 47904 or to Franciscan Hospice Care, 1501 Hartford St., Suite G525, Lafayette, IN 47904.

FN Lutz Sr., 90, of West Lafayette passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at his home with family by his side.

He was born February 26, 1930 in Gary to the late Dwight M. and Sylvia M. (Peek) Lutz and was a 1949 graduate of West Lafayette High School.  FN continued his education at Trinidad Junior College, studying Gunsmithing and then he transferred to North Carolina State where he studied Industrial Arts Education and was a member of the Wolfpack Wrestling team. FN served honorably in the United States Marine Corps and worked as an electrician for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) # 668, Lafayette. On August 23, 1956, he married his best friend and life-long love, Annette G. Guthrie. Annette preceded him in death on August 29, 2018 and they are now together again in their heavenly home.

FN’s faith in God was the center of his life, he loved sharing his faith and telling others about Jesus. He was devoted to reading his Bible and was a member of Good Shepherd Baptist Church. He also enjoyed gardening, woodworking, and sports.

FN is survived by his 5 children, Sylvia (Paul) Nyhuis of MI, Cindy (Gary) Grabowski of SC, FN (Bonnie) Lutz Jr. of West Lafayette, Faith (Andrew) Tah of AZ, and Michelle Lutz of West Lafayette; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; a brother, Byron (Judy) Lutz of NY; and a sister, Sandy (Bob) Hartman of West Lafayette.

Along with Annette and his parents, FN was preceded in death by his siblings, Dwight Lutz Jr, Anita Petersen, and Greg Wilkerson.

Memorial contributions in FN’s name may be given to Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1024 Elizabeth St, Lafayette, IN 47904 or to Franciscan Hospice Care, 1501 Hartford St Suite G525, Lafayette, IN 47904.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, March 1, 2021 at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens Mausoleum, 1718 W. 350 North, West Lafayette, IN 47906 with Pastor Terry Chase officiating.

 

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Tippecanoe Memory Gardens
1718 W. 350 North
West Lafayette, IN 47906
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Monday 3/1, 10:00 am

A Graveside service will be held at the Tippecanoe Memory Gardens Mausoleum.

Memorial

Memorial contributions in FN’s name may be given to Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1024 Elizabeth St, Lafayette, IN 47904 or to Franciscan Hospice Care, 1501 Hartford St., Suite G525, Lafayette, IN 47904.

FN Lutz Sr., 90, of West Lafayette passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at his home with family by his side. He was born February 26, 1930 in Gary to the late Dwight M. and Sylvia M. (Peek) Lutz and was a 1949 graduate of West Lafayette High School.  FN continued his education at TrinidadContinue Reading

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Jay & Dot Wilson left a message on March 1, 2021:
We are very sorry for your loss.
Mary Lee left a message on February 27, 2021:
In memory of FN Lutz Sr., Mary Lee lit a candle
gary/linda Head left a message on February 27, 2021:
Lutz Family: Our hearts go out to you in your father's death. We knew FN and Annette from Church- they were wonderful people. Prayers that God will comfort your hearts. Linda and Gary Head
Cathy Guymon left a message on February 26, 2021:
Shell I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
David Lahr left a message on February 26, 2021:
I was very sad to read of the death of FN. He and I were in Apprenticeship School together and worked together. We also took our Journeyman's test together. I respected FN greatly and looked up to him as a great person and a fine Christian. David Lahr
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Becky Unland left a message on February 26, 2021:
To Schelle and the Lutz family, I am truly sorry for your loss. A kinder, gentler, nicer man I have never met. Such great memories of those golf cart chats and friendly waves, forever smiling. Heaven must be brighter
david john guthrie left a message on February 26, 2021:
In memory of FN Lutz Sr., david john guthrie lit a candle
Mary Jo Totten left a message on February 26, 2021:
To the Lutz family, I am so sorry for your loss. I send my love and prayers. “Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8)
Shelby Branstetter left a message on February 26, 2021:
So very sorry for your loss. I will miss smile. Prayers for the family
Don Blackburn left a message on February 26, 2021:
In memory of FN Lutz Sr., Don Blackburn lit a candle
Dennis and Linda Petersen left a message on February 25, 2021:
Uncle FN was a real hero to me. Quiet, understated and deep faith. May he rest in the Lord’s peace.
Carol Evans left a message on February 25, 2021:
In memory of FN Lutz Sr., Carol Evans lit a candle
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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