Maurice Dean Von Almen, age 98, of Merrillville, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at Miller's Merry Manor in Hobart, IN. He was born in Richland County Illinois, October 6,1921, a son of Fred and Louise (Wagner) Von Almen.

Maurice is survived by his children: Gary (Sandra) Von Almen, David (Elaine) Von Almen, Brian Von Almen; and step-daughter, Sharon (David) Mathews; three grandchildren: April (Brad), Dean (Katherine) and Jason (Amanda); and seven great-grandchildren.

Maurice was preceded in death by his first wife, Eleanor Von Almen; second wife, Rose; parents: Fred and Louise Von Almen; five sisters; and eight brothers.

Maurice was a member of the Hammond Christian Reformed Church. He was employed for 23 years at LTV Steel and formerly employed for seven years at Standard Oil. Maurice enjoyed gardening, painting, and woodworking as his hobbies. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was an Honor Flight participant.

Services at Geisen Funeral Home in Merrillville, IN, with interment at Elmwood Cemetery in Hammond, Indiana.

The Times (Munster, IN) - Saturday, December 28, 2019