Anne (Annie) Aydelotte

Age 90, of Portage, IN entered heaven February 18, 2014. She was born in River Rouge, MI on August 2, 1923 the daughter of Eli & Mary (Tzitz) Lazar. Growing up, she lived in River Rouge, MI, East Chicago, IN, Hobart, IN, Beaver Falls, PA & Gary, IN, moving often due to her Dad's search for work during the Great Depression and her mother's untimely death when Anne was 12.
Anne is survived by the love of her life, Chester Maris Aydelotte. Blessed with 57 years of marriage, they made their home in Portage. After retiring they enjoyed 20 years of being snowbirds with a home in Sebring, FL., eventually staying there full time, returning to Portage to be near family. Anne is also survived by her children; Kathy (Mike) Bloomquist of Gleason, WI, Candice (John) Kilmut of Istanbul, Turkey, Denise (Ed) Wodesky of Las Vegas, NV, Lori (Tim) Larson of Portage, IN, Michael (Chaya) Aydelotte of Demotte, IN, daughter-in-law, Joann Aydelotte of Garner, IA; grandchildren, Jim (Darlene) Aydelotte, Scott (Michele) Aydelotte of IA, Julie (Jamie Belant of WI, Eric Bloomquist of AK, Travis Larson of IN; great grandchildren, Salida Aydelotte, Derek Burgener, Cameron, Mackenzie and Cadence Belant, Noah, Hannah, Jessie and Kaycee Bloomquist; brother, Paul Lazar of Bartlett, IL, brother-in-law & wife Elmer & Billie Aydelotte of Sebring, FL; special friends, Julie & Felix Bannon plus a host of extended relatives, step grandchildren, friends, & her loving family of caregivers at Miller's in Portage.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eli & Mary Lazar, brothers Eli &Nick; sisters, Victoria & Vicky (Mickey) Sliger; son, Terry Aydelotte & sister in law Grace Lazar.
Anne had many jobs but made her career at the EJ&E Railroad as a Yard Clerk, retiring with thirty years of service in 1983.
Anne was a wonderful, loving, protective mom, grandma and great grandma. Affectionately called "Granny Annie" by many. She was a feisty, full of fun, friendly, caring and generous person!! Blessed with the gift of gab, she made friends wherever she went. Loved playing bingo, cards, crosswords, watching game shows, mysteries and the Cubs. She was a fantastic Cook and especially enjoyed Country Music!!!! Annie's family was her greatest joy. She will be greatly missed and forever loved.
A Celebration of Anne's life will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2014 at Evangelical Covenant Church of Portage, 5051 Central Ave. Portage, IN with Pastor Michaile Broadnax officiating. Visit with the family at 3 p.m. until time of Celebration at 4 pm. Supper at Church following service. Memorials in Anne's name may be given to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements were handled through Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368. Call 219-762-3013 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com