James R. Cowan
James R. Cowan, 81, of Elwood, went home to be with the Lord at 12:19 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2025, with his family by his side. Jim was born April 19, 1943, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, to Ralph W. and Julia L. (Alexander) Cowan. He married the love of his life Patricia Huckstep on August 10, 1963, in Jamestown, Indiana, and she survives.
Jim worked for Prudential Life Insurance for many years as an agent. He also worked for Cabot Corp, Chrysler, and in his later years Bowden’s Florist in Kokomo. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1961–1966. Jim loved the Lord and served in his church in many capacities, such as Elder of the church and being a part of the First Impressions Greeting Team. He also enjoyed participating in many church cantatas, singing in the choir, helping with vacation bible school, and heading up the Thanksgiving dinner at the church. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and watching the Indianapolis Colts and the Purdue Boilermakers play ball. Jim was a member of Chapel Hill Christian Church and the Marine Corps League in Kokomo. He was also a former member of the Lion’s club.
Surviving family include his wife Pat Cowan of Elwood, his children James W. Cowan and wife Aubrey and Anita M. Myers and husband Jeff. His grandchildren include Zach and Colleen Myers, Jeremy and Whitni Myers, Cody and Allison Myers, Lauren and Jonathan Dawes, Marissa and Wesley Beattie, Taylor Cowan, Allison Cowan, and Bethany Cowan. Great-grandchildren include Kolton, Emma, Atlanta, Emerson, Katelynn, Olivia, Westin, Dawson, and Paisley. Jim is also survived by one sister Judith Robinson and nephew Matthew Carver. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Chapel Hill Christian Church, 2600 W. Alto Road, Kokomo, Indiana with Pastor Steve Allen officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until service time at the Church. Jim will be laid to rest in Marion National Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorial contributions made be given to Chapel Hill Christian Church or Indy Honor Flights in Jim’s memory. Murray Weaver Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cowan family. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com
Brent Allen Summers
Brent Allen Summers, age 67, of Windfall, Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel. He was born on May 9, 1957, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Robert and June (Sullivan) Summers. Brent married Nanette (Diveley) Summers on September 8, 1979, in Kokomo.
Brent is survived by his wife Nanette, daughter Shelbey Summers, his parents Robert and June Summers, three sisters Tracey (Tim) Steinsberger, Julie (Tim) Lykins, and Wendy (Bryce) Steinsberger, many beloved nieces and nephews, furry son Bagheera, and three furry grandsons Goose, Sokka, and Onion.
Brent was well known for his wonderful sense of humor and great stories. He loved working on cars, enjoying time with his family, friends, and spending time with his beloved cat Elliott. He was also well known for his tremendous faith and love of Jehovah, Jesus, and the hope of life eternal in paradise.
The family will have a time of visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM until the time of the memorial service at 2:00 PM at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2317 Zartman Road, Kokomo, Indiana 46902.