Earl Edward Echterling, 95, born December 14, 1921 in St. John, IN. He died on April 29, 2017 in Carmel, IN at Manor Care Summer Trace. He is survived by daughter Lucille Kutemeier, sons James and Anthony (Wally) Echterling; sister, Loretta (Rudy) Wolak, grandchildren Cynthia, Christina, John, Carrieann, Thomas, Mandy, Nicole, Catherine and Jillian, 12 great grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Earl lived in Hessville, Indiana where he owned a construction company and was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. He also lived, retired in Munster and belonged to St. Thomas Moore Church. He recently lived in Indianapolis, Indiana by his daughter and grandchildren. He served in the army an ‘Acorn’ in which he received a purple heart. He loved hunting, fishing, playing cards with his whole family and was an avid reader. Earl was known by many for his great sense of humor. Earl will be cremated and family will a small memorial service at a later date. Cards can be sent to funeral home.