Baird-Freeman Funeral Home

221 North Meridian Street

Portland, Indiana 47371

260-726-7171

Fax 260 726-7172

William R. Loper, age 58, of Winchester, Indiana passed away Wednesday July 19, 2023 at his residence.  He was born in Portland on October 4, 1964 the son of Robert and Hedwig (Schumacher) Loper.  He was married to Sherry Farber who survives.  Bill worked for Gold Shield in Decatur, was a member of Portland Eagles Lodge and graduated from Jay County High School.  He enjoyed going to the Tractor and Engine Show, Bike Show and going fishing.

Surviving are his wife Sherry, mother Hedy Loper of Portland, daughter Martha Loper of Portland, brothers Don Loper (wife Patti) of Portland and  Gary Loper (wife Shannon) of Springville, IN and Jason Loper (wifeToni) of Ridgeville, sister Amy Blackburn (husband Trent) of Bluffton, several nieces and nephews,  He was preceded in death by a sister Cynthia Dull.

Funeral services will be Tuesday July 25th at 12:00 PM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Fr. Marty Sandhage presiding.  Burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery in Bryant.  Visitation will be from 10:00 – 12:00.  Memorials can be made to Baird-Freeman towards funeral expenses.  Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com