Forrest Arling “Butch” Laudeman, 84, Bremen, passed away on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, in Community Hospital of Bremen surrounded by family.

Forrest was born on Aug. 4, 1931, in Bremen, the son of the late Arling and Selma (Yenna) Laudeman.

He is survived by four children: Debra (Ray) Lester, Bremen; Christina (Luther) Spencer, Bremen; Vicki (Ed) Whirledge, Etna Green; and Michael Laudeman, Bremen; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his ex-wife: Valeria Laudeman, Bremen; two sisters: Margaret Smith, South Bend; and Irene Sens, Orange Grove, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Shirley Appleman; and brother: Eugene Keck.

Forrest will be remembered for his love of horses and country music. He was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather that will be missed dearly. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. McClaid and Dr. Hostetler for their care of Forrest.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, in Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in the funeral home. Rev. Neil Wonnacott will officiate. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery.

The family prefers memorials to the Community Hospital of Bremen.