Lora Hathaway beloved mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, 73, of Valparaiso, passed away on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on September 3, 1950 in Griffith, Indiana to Robert and Loraine Hubbard. She lived a life full of love, laughter and conversation. Lora loved shopping with her Daughter in law, eating out, and being outside. Her entire world revolved Son, her daughter in law, granddaughter and her beloved dogs who she always rescued.
Lora was preceded in death by the love of her life, Buckley Paddock, parents, Robert and Loraine Hubbard younger sister Barbara Eldridge, younger brother Harvey Hubbard.
Lora also has an extended family she is survived by Phillip(Bethany) and Granddaughter Abi. Many nieces and nephews. Her beloved companion molly.
Lora will be terribly missed by her family, friends, and everyone whose lives she touched. May she rest in eternal peace knowing that she left an incredible and unforgettable legacy of love, kindness and generosity and that her beautiful soul will live on forever.
A Celebration of life will be held at a future date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, any donations given will be turned over to an animal rescue.
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Our dear sweet friend Lora, oh how much we miss you. Avery and Emery miss you so much. I know the sun is shining on your face in paradise. Thank you for being a dear friend, neighbor, and adopted Grandma to the littles. See you again in Heaven.
She was a kind, helpful , strong wonderful woman!