The Hammond Times Indiana Oct. 1, 1937 Obits Pioneer Harbor Coal Dealer dead at 79 Ben ROOP, who founded one of the first coal companies in Indiana Harbor, died last night in his home, 3808 Fir Street. He was 79 years old. Mr. ROOP, who came to Indiana Harbor with his family from Chicago in 1901, founded the Pioneer Line Coal Company and was also one of the first plastering contractors of the city. He was an expert ice skatet and was active in this sport until three years ago. Four years ago, he and Mrs. ROOP celebrated their 50th Wedding Annivesrsary. In addition to his widow, he is survived by: Son: George of East Chicago Daughter: Mrs. Chester H. BOVEC? of Tucson, Arizona Two grandchildren, Cecil ROOP and Martha Lou BOVEE? Christian Science services will be held in the home Saturday and then the body will be shipped to his birthplace, Bucyrus, O. for burial.