Mr. Ralph M. Karbowsky, 66, of La Porte, Indiana, died Saturday February 21, 2009 at La Porte Hospital in La Porte, IN. He was born May 30, 1942 in LaPorte, Indiana, the son of Ralph Karbowsky and Roslie Van Dusen Karbowsky. Ralph had lived in the LaPorte, IN. area, all of his life. Ralph worked as a Security Guard for U.S. Security at Roll Coater since1996, he had also worked at the LaPorte Foundry for twenty-two years, he loved his job in security, his dog and enjoyed cooking out in his picnic area. He was a member of First Baptist Church in LaPorte, IN. On December 16, 1989, in , he married Sherry Perry, who survives. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Karbowsky of La Porte, IN, his two daughters; Denise Morrison of La Porte, IN, Michele John Gakle of La Porte, IN, one son, Elliot Karbowsky of KY, eight Grandchildren, and five Great-grandchildren . Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Roslie Karbowsky, father, Ralph Karbowsky . Arrangements are being handled by Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, Ind. where the family will receive friends Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Services will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 1:00 PM with Rev. Doug Baker officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Ralph M. Karbowsky. Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ralph M. Karbowsky please visit our Sympathy Store.