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Danny Joe “D. Joe” Griggs Jr.
Danny Joe “D. Joe” Griggs Jr., 47, of Kokomo, passed away on February 6, 2025, at IU Health Methodist Hospital. He was born on May 2, 1977, in Kokomo, to Danny Joe Griggs Sr. and Vicki (Haworth) Griggs. Danny married the love of his life, Misty (Ridgeway) Griggs, on September 5, 1998.
D. Joe worked at Hacienda for 28 years. He was passionate about cooking and just recently worked as a teacher’s aide for the Culinary Arts Program at the Kokomo Area Career Center. He was an amazing mentor to many students. D. Joe enjoyed watching sports, as his favorite teams were the Colts and the Cubs. D. Joe enjoyed playing softball, telling dad jokes, being a beer connoisseur, and shooting - earning his nickname "Gunner." D. Joe was a protector to his family, whom he loved very much. He will always be the Man, the Myth, the Legend.
He is survived by: his loving wife of 26 years, Misty; two daughters, Kaly Griggs and Delaney Griggs; two granddaughters, Araya Johnson and Aayla Johnson; mother, Vicki Griggs; sister, Amber Griggs; nephew, Kaiden Hendrickson; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; many “bonus” children; and his canine companion, Luckey.
He is preceded in death by: his father, Danny Joe Griggs Sr.; paternal grandparents, David and Agnes Griggs; and maternal grandparents, Danny and Sharon Haworth.
There will be a visitation for D. Joe on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM until the time of the Celebration of Life at 1:30 PM at Ellers Mortuary - Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo, Indiana 46902. Pastor Michael Markley will be officiating. Burial will follow at Bond Cemetery, 8704 S Bond Cemetery Road, Amboy, Indiana 46911.
Sarah Lou Viveiros
Sarah Lou Viveiros, age 93, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at North Woods Village. Born October 13, 1931, in Logansport, she was the daughter of Melnotte Flinn and Esther (Bridenbaugh) Flinn, and a 1949 graduate of Logansport High School.
On June 16, 1962, she married Walter Viveiros, who preceded her in death on March 13, 1995.
As a freelance writer, Sarah Lou wrote the column "Sarah Says" in a weekly edition of the Howard County News during the 1970s. She served as Chairperson of the Howard County (U.S.) Bicentennial Committee in 1976 and was one of the founders of the Friends of the (Kokomo/Howard County) Library. She was a longtime member of South Side Christian Church.
Sarah Lou was very active with the Kokomo Humane Society, serving as Board President from 1988-2006, during which she founded and edited the KHS newsletter Four Paws Press.
She is survived by: five sons, John Viveiros, David (Tina) Spurlock, Daniel (Debbie) Spurlock, Doug (Pam) Spurlock, and Daryl Spurlock; 12 grandchildren, and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren.
Sarah Lou was preceded in death by: one sister, Virginia 'Nadine' (Flinn) Galloway of Flint, Michigan; one brother, Harold 'Mike' Flinn of Logansport, Indiana; and two grandchildren, Lisa (Spurlock) Gilmore of Louisville, Kentucky, and Michael Spurlock of Niles, Michigan.
Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Sunset Memory Garden, 2097 W. Alto Rd., Kokomo. The funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m., with her son, Pastor Doug Spurlock, officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo County Humane Society or South Side Christian Church.
Richard “Dick” Owen Davis
Richard “Dick” Owen Davis, 86, of Forest, passed away 11:09 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025. He was born in Kokomo, IN, on December 22, 1938, the son of the late Everett and Ruby Pearl (Sowers) Davis. On October 16, 1959, he married Nina Hill at the Russiaville United Methodist Church, and she survives.
Dick was a 1957 graduate of Western High School. He attended Michigan State University before being called home to take over operating the family farm when his dad suddenly passed away. Dick was a lifetime farmer, as well as a seed corn salesman. He was the hardest working man who set high standards. He had a quiet demeanor but was talkative and had a great sense of humor. He was a member of the Lions Club, the Forest Masonic Lodge, and was a gifted singer in a Gospel quartet. He achieved the rank of Sergeant 1st Class in the United States Army National Guard. Dick was a faithful member of Russiaville United Methodist Church where he was a former trustee, a chairman of the building committee, a Pastor of Parish committee member, and a youth group leader. One of his favorite hobbies was playing golf, especially down in Florida where he spent his winters.
In addition to his wife Nina, Dick is survived by: his children, Teresa (John) Vester-Wilson, Kim (Brian) Huffer, and Michael (Edward Trout) Davis; grandchildren Nicholas (Kira) Dunn, Kristine (Eric) Simpson, Lindsay (Jake) Huffer McAtee, Amber (Justin) Kuhn, Kendrick (Jaclyn) Vester, and Trista (Alex) Ragains; great-grandchildren Tyler Simpson, Reagan Dunn, Aubrey Dunn, Tatum Dunn, Annabelle Ragains, Jonah McAtee, Ezekiel Kuhn, Sawyer Ragains, Lucas McAtee, Cael Ragains, and Lily McAtee; brother Jerry (Beth) Davis; sister-in-law Marcheta Davis; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, John Davis.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Stout & Son Funeral Home – Russiaville Chapel, 200 E. Main St., Russiaville, IN 46979. A funeral service celebrating Dick’s life will begin 11 a.m. Friday, February 14, 2025, at Russiaville United Methodist Church, 180 N. Union St., Russiaville, IN 46979, with Pastor Anne Kumeh and Dick’s son, Rev. Michael Davis, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Paul Cemetery near Forest. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dick’s memory to Russiaville United Methodist Church. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.stoutandson.com.
E. Wayne Atkisson
E. Wayne Atkisson, aged 90, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 20, 1934, in Kokomo, Indiana, he was the son of Edgar Eldon and Emmagene (Newton) Atkisson. Wayne married his beloved wife, Barbara Cardwell, on January 6, 1957, and together they shared 68 wonderful years of marriage while raising four children.
Wayne was a skilled Tool and Die Maker and was the proud owner of Progress Tool and Die until his retirement in 1996. A graduate of Sharpsville High School in 1953, he honorably served in the United States Navy from November 1954 to November 1958. Wayne was a member of the Oakford Separate Baptist Church and held memberships in the Tipton Elks Lodge, the Masonic Lodge, and the American Legion in Tipton.
He is survived by: his devoted wife, Barbara, of Tipton; daughters Kathy Cook and her husband Grant, of Augusta, Georgia, Pamela Porter, of Tipton, and Carmen Payne and her husband Rick, of Tipton; son Mike Atkisson and his wife Jamie, of Tipton; brother David Atkisson and his wife Sue, of Kokomo; along with numerous grandchildren Matthew (Amy) Porter, Katrina (Dustin) Fenn, Melanie (Tommy) Lovelace, Trent (Danielle) Atkisson, Erik (Addy) Atkisson, Ethen (Jenny) Atkisson, Brian (Maegan) Cook, Susannah Cook, Lara (Chase) Johnson, Kirstin Payne (fiance Parker Adams), and Kelsey Payne (Adam Humbert); and great-grandchildren Milly, Ryker, Marshall, George, Collin, Evelyn, Zoey, Kire, Lincoln, Silas, Nevaeh, Addison, Liam, and Haisley. Wayne is preceded in death by his sister Carolyn Bentley and her husband James, his brother Jim Atkisson, and son-in-law Kevin Porter.
Funeral services will be on Friday February 14 at 3:00 p.m. at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. David Stout presiding. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 p.m. until service time. The Austin Masonic Lodge will perform a service at 3:00 p.m. to begin the funeral. Burial will follow at Albright Cemetery in Kokomo. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him for his contributions to his family, community, and professions. Online condolences for Wayne's family may be left on his obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Jeffery Lee Golding
Jeffery Lee Golding, 81, Kokomo, passed away at 9:27 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Waterford Place of Kokomo. He was born on October 15, 1943, the son of George W. and Doretha (Cohee) Golding. On February 23, 1963, he married Nancy Powell, and she survives. They would have been married for 62 years this month.
Jeff was a 1961 graduate of Kokomo High School. He was a pipefitter at Delco/GM for 36 years. Jeff was a member of Morning Star Church, Abundant Life Church, Central Indiana Classic Chevy Club, and a 50-year member of Howard Masonic Lodge #93. He enjoyed fishing, working in the yard and traveling. He loved old cowboy movies, classic chevy cars, spending time with family, and he adored his grandkids.
Along with his wife Nancy, Jeff is survived by his children Jill Golding and David (Angel) Golding, grandchildren Hannah Golding, Emma Golding, and Samuel Golding, brother Roger Dossett, sister Jan (Scott) Sagstetter, as well as several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Vaughn Dossett, brother Steve Golding, and sister Judy Lipinski.
The family wishes to thank the staff and nurses of Waterford Place Legacy and Compassus Hospice for their loving care.
Friends are invited to visit the family from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2024, at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Evans officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Jeffery’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, act.alz.org/donate. Messages of condolence may be left at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Helen “Jean” Stanley Mullins
Helen “Jean” Stanley Mullins, 88, entered Heaven on February 6, 2025, at 9:50 p.m. She was born on November 25, 1936, the 10th child of Claude and Mildred (Ault) Stanley. On June 27, 1954, she married Ronald Mullins, and he preceded her in death on August 1, 1993.
She graduated from Kokomo High School in 1954. She worked several years as a waitress and in her father’s doughnut shop in Russiaville. For 10 years she was a custodian at First Church of the Nazarene where she had been a member for over 50 years. She taught kindergarten Sunday School and sang in the choir for many years. Her hobbies were crocheting and sewing.
Jean is survived by her daughter Kim (Mike Phillips) Mullins, granddaughters Wendy (Eric) Chaney and Heidi Smith, great-grandchildren Alexis and Malaki Chaney and Harmonie Smith, two special young ladies Michelle Mayle and Greta Compton, and many loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ronald, and her daughter Robin. Also preceding her were her nine siblings, Bob, Bill, and Dick Stanley, Dot Adams, Sharlot Shallenberger, Keeta Melton, Ann Lerch, Nancy Crooks, and Marilyn Stanley.
Her daughter would like to thank the memory care nurses and aides at Northwoods Village for the excellent care and love that they showed her mom while she was there.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on February 15, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home at 1315 W Lincoln Rd., Kokomo. A celebration of life will begin at 12 p.m. with Dan Adams and Liz Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Crown Point Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Mildred Stanley Scholarship at IUK or Kokomo Humane Society. Messages of condolence may be left at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Charlene Marie Ormsby
Charlene Marie Ormsby, 69, Kokomo, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at her home. She was born to the late Charles J. and Ruth Lois (Crawford) Ormsby.
Charlene attended Meridian and St. Patrick Elementary Schools. She was a 1975 graduate of Kokomo High School. After graduation, she enlisted in the United States Air Force where she served her country from 1975 to 2002, when she retired. While serving in the Air Force she earned the rank of Staff Sergeant. She was stationed in Turkey, and over the years she earned the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, and Longevity Service Award Ribbon. After retirement she worked for Lockheed Martin and Boeing at the NASA Kennedy Space Center. Charlene was a member of the VFW and DAV. She enjoyed taking her 28-foot Dawson Diesel Sailboat out on the ocean, gardening, a nice cup of chai tea, and her savannah cats.
Charlene is survived by her siblings Carol A. Ormsby, Christopher Lee Ormsby, Jennifer Ormsby, and Jean Fligor, nieces and nephews Joanna Daily, Benjamin Fligor, Josh Ormsby, and Mariah Wieske-Ormsby, great nieces and nephews Sylvina Daily, Jay Fligor, and Caitlin Fligor, aunts Marilyn Ormsby and Sister Christina Patricia Crawford, and several cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Ormsby.
Charlene’s family would like to thank her neighbors who watched out for Charlene and tried to save her on the night of the fire, along with all the first responders and firefighters.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, with military honors provided by the U.S. Air Force and the Kokomo V.F.W. Military Rites Team. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 2–4 p.m. at the funeral home. Charlene’s cremated remains will be inurned at Marion National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo V.F.W. or to the DAV. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Ronald “Ron” Warren, Jr.
Ronald “Ron” Warren, Jr. passed away at his home in Punta Gorda, Florida, on February 5, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on January 9, 1945, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Betty Beck and Ronald Warren, Ron lived a life of faith, family, service, and care about others.
A graduate of Kokomo High School, Ron continued his education at Indiana University, earning a BS in Real Estate and Construction from the IU School of Business. It was at IU where he met his future wife, Susan Ramsay. They were married on January 28, 1967, and recently celebrated their 58th anniversary at home with their children.
Ron and Susan had three children: Chris, of Noblesville; Rick (Julia), of Noblesville; and Katie (Jeff) Bal, of Frisco, Texas. He was a devoted and cherished Bubba to his eight grandchildren Jack, Curt, and Faith Warren, Ellie, Ansley, and Aliya Warren, and Logan and Greyson Bal. Ron is also survived by his sister, Gay Hoover, of Kokomo, and his brother, Don Warren, of Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia.
Ron’s faith, his relationship with Jesus, and his family were most important in his life, and he gave selflessly to others. He overcame countless medical complications and procedures, yet he was always ready to take on the next battle presented to him.
After graduation from Indiana University, Ron became Communications Officer aboard the USS Leahy (DLG -16). He was a part of the Unitas X South American Training Operation during Vietnam and was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant in 1979. Following his naval service, Ron founded Warren-Havens real estate and construction business in Tipton, Indiana, with his partner, Don Havens. He also partnered with Bill Maynard and Terry Weber in this business. During his tenure with Warren-Havens, Ron built more than 200 homes and apartments in the Tipton area and developed a 43-unit subdivision in Arcadia.
Later, as owner of Ramsay Business Solutions in Tipton, he worked with valuable and dedicated people. His time working with his son Chris during Ramsay’s transition from printing to Office Solutions was special to Ron. Ron said he was proud to make payroll for 34 years for all employees at RBS.
During his years in Tipton, Ron was Treasurer of Tipton County Foundation, President of Tipton County Economic Development Corporation, President of the Tipton Chamber of Commerce, and Treasurer of Kemp United Methodist Church.
Upon retirement and the sale of their business, Ron and Susan moved to Punta Gorda, Florida in 2015. They enjoyed 10 years living in the community of Emerald Pointe and made many new friends. Ron served the community through the Infrastructure and Budget Committees. Ron and Susan loved to attend New Life Church in the Park. He enjoyed riding his bike in the community and looking out over the Peace River where he lived. He often talked to Susan about “goin’ down to the river to pray.”
This summer, Ron’s family will gather for their 30th annual trip together, celebrating the legacy of the man they knew and loved as husband, dad, and Bubba.
No community services are planned. Friends are encouraged to celebrate Ron’s life and memory by donating to their favorite charity or to pay it forward with an act of kindness, just as Ron often did.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to assist the Warren family at this time and messages of condolence for Ron’s family may be left on his obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Carolyn Sue Jackson
Carolyn Sue Jackson, 57, of Elwood, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at her home. She was born on February 27, 1967, in Marion County, Indiana, to the late Donald R. and Betty J. Starlin. On January 7, 2019, Carolyn married Robert Jackson, who survives her.
Carolyn attended Ben Davis High School and later worked at a thrift store. She was a devoted member of Harmony Christian Church and found great joy in attending services and singing country music. She also enjoyed visiting casinos, spending time with children, going to the movies, dining out, and playing card games. May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.
Along with her husband Robert, Carolyn is also survived by her siblings Pam Lawrence, Donald Starlin, and Tammy Starlin, her dear friend and mother figure Darline McDougalle, and she was lovingly known as grandma to Julie, Erin, Eric, and Scarlet.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents.
In keeping with Carolyn’s wishes, no services are planned at this time. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with cremation.