Michael D. Molter

Michael D. Molter, 70, of Kentland, passed away unexpectedly on February 5, 2022 at Iroquois Memorial Hospital of Watseka, IL. He was born November 28, 1951 in Lafayette to the late Eugene Lloyd Molter and Betty (Stombaugh) Molter.  

Michael was a 1970 graduate of South Newton High School. He proudly served in the United States Air Force until his honorable discharge. Michael was stationed at Maxwell Air Force Base of Alabama.  

Michael farmed all of his life in Newton County. He loved his horses and spending time at the Cabin. Michael was an Eagle Scout and was involved with Boy Scouts over the several years. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved dressing up as Santa Claus each Christmas season.  

Surviving is his partner, Carla Plaster of Kentland; children, Megan (Chris) Zuber of Fishers, IN and Josh (Maria) Molter of Battle Ground Jana (Ryan) Andriese of Lowell Kyla (Vince) Sumner of Martinsville.  Siblings, Ann (Dave) Miner of Lafayette, Kathleen Risley of Kentland, Stan (Diane) Molter of Sheldon, IL, Sue (Steve) King of Sheldon, IL, Teresa (Jim) Hoover of Lafayette, and Pat (Pam) Molter of Earl Park and former spouse Karen Van Duyn. Michael is also survived by his 14 grandchildren. 

Preceding him in death along with his mother and father is a brother-in-law, Randy Risley.  

Friends may call from 3-7 PM (CST) Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Funeral Mass 11:00 AM (CST) Friday, February 11, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church of Kentland. Fr. Weisenberger to officiate. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.  

Memorial contributions may be made in Michael’s name to Boy Scouts of America. 

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