Michael R. Jimenez

Michael Richard Jimenez, age 69, passed away on April 17, 2019, surrounded by his children. He was born on June 12, 1949 to Tony and Leola (Elliott) Jimenez, in East Chicago, IN along with his seven siblings. Michael served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1969 - 1971. He was stationed in Germany during this time and was recognized as a sharp shooter and became a boxer. Throughout his time in the Army he learned discipline, resilience, courage, sacrifice, hard work, strength, toughness, and countless other abilities he carried throughout his lifetime. After his time in service he had five children: Christopher, David, Nick, Victoria, and Alexis Jimenez. He loved his children more than anything in the world. He spent his free time offering a helping hand to those around him as well as an avid fisher and hunter. His approach to life was magical due to his sense of humor and huge heart. He was a kind soul with a heart of gold that anyone who met him was blessed to experience. Michael, also known as "Speedy" or "Mustache Mike", offered great laughs and even better memories throughout life. He had the ability to light up a room with radiance of laughter and humor. Michael was the toughest, kindest, most caring, and loving individual. He will be missed deeply and his sacrifices for his country will never be forgotten. His life will continue on for eternity in his loved ones. Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Leola Jimenez; sister, Mary Ortiz, and grandsons’ Nicholas and Adrian Jimenez. Michael is survived by his father, Tony Jimenez; siblings: Anthony Jimenez, Bob Jimenez, Kathy (Albert) Guzman, Jay (Margie) Jimenez, Steve (Brandy), and Tina (David) Hunter; children: Christopher (Angel) Jimenez and family, David and family, Nick (Julia) Jimenez and family, Victoria (Will) Jimenez-Wilson and family, and Alexis Jimenez. Friends and family may call upon Kuiper Funeral Home – 9039 Kleinman Ave. Highland, IN 46322 on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 from 2PM – 8PM. Father Mens will conduct a prayer service beginning at 4PM that afternoon. Burial will take place at a later date at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Crown Point, IN. Kindly leave words of comfort and memories shared with the family on the website.