Lee Eckhart, age 40, of Valparaiso, formerly of Portage, passed away unexpectedly.
He is survived by his children: Daniel Pryce Young, Devin Pryce Eckhart and Sophia Elizabeth Eckhart, Parents: Thomas Eckhart and Ivy Bailey, Siblings: Sarah Tracy, Frank Roger Good, and McKenzie Love, Aunts and Uncles: Christine (Phil) Howe, Anna (Rick) Nagy, Robert (Linda) Bailey, Matt Eckhart and Dale Eckhart, Grandparents: Ruth and Fred Eckhart, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceded in death by Grandparents: Pryce and Juanita Bailey, Uncle Butch Bailey, and niece Amanda Greer.
Lee struggled with a demon for many years. The fight is over and he is now at peace. Even though the devil had him in his grasp, deep down Lee was a very loving and caring person that tried his best to be there for his family and friends whenever they were in need.
His mother’s only wish was for him to be a ‘Simple Man’.
There will be no public service, but a private family gathering in Lee’s honor will be held in the near future.