Submitted by: Dan Rich

 

Harry E. Netherton

Dec. 10, 1922 - April 15, 2001

 

South Bend Tribune 4/17/2001

Harry E. Netherton, 78, went to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 10, 1922, in South Bend, IN, to William and Bertha (Miller) Netherton, both of whom preceded him in death. He retired in 1983 from Allied Signal.

On May 29, 1944, in South Bend, he married Catherine Jensen, who survives. Also surviving are his children, Nancy Bourdon of Mishawaka, IN, Roger Netherton of Niles, MI; three grandchildren, Anita Lesher, Bradley (Eloysa) Bourdon, Douglas (Rachel) Bourdon; five great-grandchildren, D.J., Tyler, Samantha, Frankie, Bailey; a sister, Lucille (Rev. Don Martin) Martin of Indianapolis, IN; and by several nieces and nephews. Three brothers, Lloyd, Earl and Carl, preceded him in death.

 

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2001, in the Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, with Rev. Donald Martin officiating. According to Harry's wishes, cremation will take place. Friends may call from 4 until 6 p.m. on Wednesday in the funeral home.

Mr. Netherton was a World War II Army veteran. He was a member of the U.A.W. Local #9, where he served as union steward for many years. He was also a member of the Barron Lake Association. He enjoyed spending and sharing time at his home at Barron Lake. "Harry and his wit will be missed greatly by everyone that knew and loved him." Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Joseph County or to the charity of the donor's choice.