OBITUARY FROM POST-TRIBUNE, MARCH 13, 2012:

Luwpas, Joseph Peter Age 52, of Portage, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012. Joseph was born on February 6, 1960 in Gary, Indiana. He was a lifelong area resident and was employed as a carpenter for Elite Construction. Joseph enjoyed golfing, gardening, cooking, watching NASCAR, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his mother, Diane Gymrek of Portage; 1 brother, Robert (Kamela) Luwpas of Portage; 1 sister, Lisa (Jeffrey) Mosier of Portage; nephew, Matthew Baker; niece, Jessica Wireman; step niece, Cathy Jo Havlin; great nieces Cortnee Carlisle and Breanne Havlin; great nephew, Zachary Havlin.

In memory of Joseph a donation may be made to American Cancer Society . Private family services were held. Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel is handling arrangements. Please call (219) 762-3013 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

This information was obtained from: http://legacy.post-trib.com/obituaries/posttribune/obituary.aspx?pid=156465862.