Benjamin Wondergem

Mr. Benjamin A. Wondergem, 72, of Valparaiso, Indiana, died Saturday January 30, 2010 at Porter Memorial Hospital in Valparaiso after a five year battle with cancer. He was born June 9, 1937 in LaPorte County, Indiana, the son of Abraham Wondergem and Margaret Comer Wondergem. Benjamin worked as a groundskeeper for Briar Leaf Golf Course and Whittaker Woods Golf Course. He loved working outdoors. He was a veteran of the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was an avid treasure hunter, antique collector and he loved collecting, fixing and selling clocks. He is survived by his loving companion Lorraine Stick of Valparaiso, IN; two brothers Abe Wondergem of La Porte, IN, John Wondergem of Homer, LA; two sisters Joan Larson of La Porte, IN, Nellie Payne of Three Oaks, MI; six extended grandchildren; seven extended great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Benjamin was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Jim Wondergem and Martin Wondergem, and one sister, Minnie Larson. Arrangements are being handled by Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, Ind. where the family will receive friends Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Services will be held at the Haverstock Funeral Home, Tuesday February 2, 2010 at 4:00 PM with Rev. John Beehler officiating. Cremation will follow with burial of ashes at the Lambs Chapel Cemetery, LaPorte, Indiana at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Small Animal Shelter or to the donor's choice. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Benjamin A. Wondergem please visit our Sympathy Store.