Lillian F. Newport, 85, of South Bend passed away on Wednesday August 27th at Memorial Hospital.
Lillian was born on March 15, 1929 in Mishawaka, IN to the late David C. and Fern (Figg) Rupert. On July 31, 1948 in Emporia, VA as the former Lillian F. Rupert she married Wayne C. Newport who preceded her in death on November 8, 2012.
She is survived by two daughters, Cynthia A. (David) Blount of LaPorte, IN and Brenda S. Newport of South Bend, IN; four grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
Lillian was preceded in death by her loving husband, one sister, Norma V. Rupert and one brother, Robert E. Rupert.
She will be dearly missed by her loving family, friends and all who knew her during her life’s journey.Lillian enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, sewing and spending time with her family.
Per Lillian’s wishes there will be no visitation or services.
The family requests that all memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 130 Red Coach Dr., Mishawaka, IN 46545.
Condolences may be expressed online through our website: www.hanleyandsonsfuneralhomes.com
The HANLEY & Sons “Southwest Chapel” Funeral Home and Cremation Services handled arrangements and extends its deepest sympathy to the Newport family.
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