George Edward Wiltermood

George Edward Wiltermood, Jr., 62, of Westfield, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at his home. He was born on March 2, 1949 to George E. and June R. (Erickson) Wiltermood in Universal, Indiana.
George played basketball for Eisenhower High School in Decatur, Illinois, where he graduated in 1967. He enlisted in the US Navy and served as a medical corpsman for four years. Part of his service was in Vietnam, where he received the Bronze Star.
He married Kathy Leeds who loved him dearly. They were blessed with four children: George L., Joseph Z., Kari L., and Richard W., all of whom survive. He was the proud grandpa of five grandchildren: Tyler, Kyle, Ethan, Zachary & Julia Rose.
George was a machinist for 26 years. He was a hard worker, a wonderful husband, and a dedicated father and grandfather. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
One sister, Janice Hutchins, survives. George was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joseph Wiltermood, and sisters, Ladene Stone and Donna Foster.
Visitation will be Wednesday, August 31, 2011 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 10710 Shelborne Road, Carmel. Services will follow at 1:00 pm, with Bishop Rodney Flood officiating. Burial will be at Eagletown Cemetery in Westfield, with military rites.