William "Lee" Rigich, age 77, of Portage, went to join His Lord on Saturday, March 17, 2018.  He was born in Gary, Indiana on July 16, 1940 to the late Nicholas and Dorothy (nee Williams) Rigich.  He graduated from William A. Wirt High School in 1959.  He was a butcher for 45 years, working at Joe Title in Gary, then later at Town & Country in Portage before he retired in 2010.  Lee was a member of New Hope Church of God in South Haven where he was dedicated to running the food pantry.

Lee is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Donna (nee Wozniak) Rigich; daughters, Lori (Gordan) McCormick; Joy (Jeff) Montrosse, Debbie (David) Porter; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sister, Barbara (Roger) Precourt; and several nieces and nephews, beloved companion, Brandi.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

A memorial service for Lee will take place Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 11:00 am with Pastor Jason Kegebein officiating at the New Hope Church of God, 712 N. 450 W. Valparaiso, IN 46383.  For more information, please call 29-762-3013.  Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.