Thomas “Tom” L. Bergin

Thomas “Tom” L. Bergin, 62, Kokomo, passed away at 2:55 pm on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at his home. He was born in Berea, OH, on June 21, 1961, the son of the late John T. and Patsy (Touhey) Bergin. On August 15, 1981, he married Karen L. DeLon, and she survives.

Tom was a 1979 graduate of Haworth High School. He worked for Kokomo Tube Co in Peru until 1991; he then went to Wabash National Corp. in Lafayette, and retired after 32 years of service. He was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Tom loved watching Notre Dame football and walking down to Sun King to have a beer.

Along with his wife, Karen, Tom is survived by his children, Stephanie Bergin, and Matthew (Barbara) Bergin; sister, Maureen (Les) Claxton; brother, Terry (Tracie) Bergin; and several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Sarah Herbe, Laura Wilson, Tim Bergin, Peter Bergin, Patrick Bergin, Kevin Bergin, and Keith Bergin; and mother-in-law, Shirley DeLon.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Howard Regional Oncology, especially Dr. Salter and Dr Buszek, for the wonderful care Tom received.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 pm on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 3155 CR 200 W., Kokomo, with Rev. Fr. Kyle Neterer, celebrant. Friends may visit with the family from 10 am to 12 pm on Wednesday at the church. Entombment will take place at 9:30 am in Sunset Memory Garden on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home has been entrusted with cremation. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Walter Blain Crawford Jr.

Walter Blain Crawford Jr., age 67, of Tipton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 23, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Tipton, Indiana on May 9, 1956, to his parents, Walter Blain Crawford Sr. and Katheryn Janelle (Pickett) Crawford. Walter married Deanna Lynn (Townsend) Crawford (the love of his life), in 1984. The two enjoyed a total of 43 years together, and were beyond thankful for the life they built. Walter graduated from Tipton High School in the class of 1974. Shortly after, he began working for Hawkins & Sons Cable System; the first cable company in Tipton. Several years later Walter became a lineman for Tipton Municipal Utilites. He retired in 2020 after 32 years of employment.

Walter was a homebody. During his working years especially, he couldn’t wait to get home and unwind after talking with the public all day. He was loved by many and had an incredibly kind heart, yet was a true introvert and his home was his place of refuge. Walter loved his family with his whole heart, and was a very proud husband, father and grandfather. He had a joyful spirit and loved to laugh. He enjoyed reading, and listening to many different types of music; jazz probably his favorite. On a lazy afternoon you would have found Walter fishing or on a long Harley ride. More than anything, Walter will be remembered for his gentle ways, easy-going attitude, and dedication to those he loved. Walter will be missed beyond measure by all who had the privilege of knowing him!

Those left to carry on Walter’s legacy of love are his wife, Deanna Crawford; children, Tricia Oliver, Crystal Isley, Heather Wallen, Blain (Christina) Crawford, Darrin (Sandy) Townsend; grandchildren, Kylie, Katherine, Alex, Caleb, Hayley; brothers, Steve (Brenda) Crawford, Dennis Crawford; great granddaughter, Cameron; nieces & nephews, Carrie, Craig, Travis, Aron, Matthew; and beloved dogs, Chyna & Kiva.

Walter was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, Walter & Janelle Crawford; and lifelong friend, Jeff Shrum.

A funeral service celebrating Walter’s life will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 4:00 PM at Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, located at 314 N. Main St. In Tipton with Pastor Gregg Townsend officiating. Visitation for family & friends will be held just prior to the service from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the funeral home.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve Walter’s family in their time of need. Please feel free to leave an online condolence or share a special memory of Walter with his family on his tribute wall.

Howard E. Turnpaugh

Howard E. Turnpaugh, 79, of Mexico, Indiana passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, at his home. He was born April 24, 1944, in Peru, Indiana to Rodney V. Turnpaugh and Annabel (Roach) Turnpaugh. He married Helen L. Robertson, and she survives.

Howard retired from Chrysler Transmission in Kokomo with over 30 years’ service in the tool crib. He was affectionally known to his friends at Chrysler as “Zero”. He enjoyed farming, squirrel and rabbit hunting, fishing, watching old westerns with John Wayne and Purdue sports on T.V. He was a member of the Walton Christian Church in Walton, UAW Local #685, and the NRA. Howard also volunteered for the Salvation Army in Peru for many years.

Surviving family include his wife Helen Turnpaugh of Mexico, his children, Mariann (Steve Smith) Hill, Susan (Scott) Jeffers, Annabel (Bob) Bradley, and Alice Gonzalez. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jessemie (Christopher) Laisure, Brookston (Zachary) Retherford, Braden “Winchester” Hill, Christine Valinet, Breanna Menefee (TJ Burrus), Sadie (David) Harmon, Alexis Jeffers, Seith “Remington” Jeffers, Dawn Bradley, Bobbi (Stephen) Skarja, Micaih (Josh) Mann, Matthew Silva, Presley Gonzalez and Katie Gonzalez; 19 great grandchildren and siblings, Karen Criswell and Dave Turnpaugh. He is preceded in death by his parents and stepparents, Fred “Fritz” (Elizabeth) Fickle.

Visitation will be held from 10 – 2 pm Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston with services to follow at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Bill Collins officiating. Burial will follow in the Walton IOOF Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation Army or the American Cancer Society in Howard’s memory.

Jennifer “Jenni” Anne Davis

Jennifer “Jenni” Anne Davis, 63, of Kokomo, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at her home. She was born on May 24, 1960, the daughter of Jack Fields and Nina (Hatfield) Wright. On July 17, 1982, she married Brett Alan Davis, and he survives.

Jenni graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1978. She went on to study music education at Indiana State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in music education in 1982. She taught at the Kokomo Christian School System, All Saints Catholic School, Tri-Central Community Schools, and Paige’s Music, and retired after 30 years of teaching. Jenni enjoyed doing arts & crafts with her grandchildren, gardening, traveling to Scotland & Ireland, fostering kittens, keeping up with her family, and exploring her family heritage. She was a member of the Highland Park Church and enjoyed going to bible study and directing the Winds of Praise ensemble.

Jenni is survived by her husband, Brett Davis; children, Libby Gasaway (Davis), Leah (Jordan) Stickman, and Parker (Krystal) Davis; grandchildren, Autumn Davis, Brant, Rhett, and Knox Gassaway; siblings, David (Mary-Therese) Fields and Ellyn (Wayne) Hall; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceding Jenni in death were her parents, Nina (James) Wright and Jack (Barbara) Fields; and brother, Randall Fields.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd, Kokomo, with Pastor Edward Vasicek officiating. Burial will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, at Mount Olive Cemetery, 12560 Williams Road Williams, IN 47470. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the funeral home. In addition to flowers, donations may be made in Jenni’s name to Paws to My Heart – Cat Rescue. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.Shirleyandstout.com.