Lonnie Halsema

Date of Death: March 3, 2010

Lonnie L. Halsema, 68
DELPHI ? Lonnie Lee Halsema, 68, of Delphi, died at 5:58 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2010, in his residence.
Born Oct. 16, 1941, in Lafayette, he was the son of the late Homer and Gladys Neal Halsema.
He attended St. Lawrence Grade School and Lafayette Jefferson High School.
On Dec. 14, 1958, he married Nita Granger, and she survives.
Mr. Halsema worked as a truck driver for Irving Concrete Products for more than 30 years.
He enjoyed fishing, the outdoors and spending time with his family.
Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Shirley L. Ahart (husband: Kenneth) of Almo, Ky. and Dawn Doane (husband: David) of Lafayette; two sons, Frank L. Halsema (companion: Brenda Wilson) of Lafayette and Lonnie Halsema Jr. (companion: Tammy Halsema) of South Bend; a brother, Homer “Hop” Halsema (wife: Patty) of Lafayette; and two sisters, Peggy Alsop of Lafayette and Carolyn Pruitt of Brookston.
Also surviving are 6 grandchildren, Amber, Samantha, Eric, Alesha, Destiny and Patience; and 2 great-grandsons.
He was preceded in death by a son, Troy A. Halsema in 1984, and a sister, Valli Welborn.
A memorial visitation will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at the Vinton Woods Club House, 3400 Cedar Lane in Lafayette.
Those wishing may contribute to a charity of the donor?s choice. Send online condolences to www.soller-baker.com

Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc.

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My thoughts are with you all during this time of loss. Lonnie was a great man with a great smile and will be missed by all who knew him.

We send our deepest Sympathy for your familys loss. Lonnie was quite the character and will be missed by all who knew him. Keep him in your thoughts and he will not be far away.
Wayne and Cyndy

Sorry I missed the visitation this afternoon. Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you all at this difficult time. A contribution to Crystal Creek Kennels will be made in Lonnies name. Keith

Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Nita, Sorry we are not there but we are in Florida, We are sorry for your pain and if when we get back in April if there is anything we can do, just let us know.
You have our prayers and thoughts. Dennie & Jane

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

TO ALL OF LONNIES FAMILY YOU ALL HAVE OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS IN A TIME LLIKE THIS.YOU JUST LOST A SISTER AND A AUNT AND LONNIE HAS GONE TO JOIN LETTA. YOU WILL ALL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.

ROGER AND WILMA SCOTT

Deb and I want to say how sorry we are for your loss,just know he is in no pain and as long as you keep him in your thoughts and heart, he&ll always be alive,our thoughts and prayers go to the surviving family members,if there is anything we can do,don&t hesitate.
Bob & Debra Hall

I am so sad to hear about your loss of Lonnie, he was a great man. I always liked Lonnie from the day I met him years ago when my dad -Boney introduced me to him a Hop&s he always had a smile on his face and was always cracking jokes about something. He will be greatly missed by everyone, you have my sympathy may god be with you all..
Michelle Bolyard Bair

Frank, and family. With our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Loved One.

we will miss you

Nita,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your children.

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