Obituaries, December 10, 2023 (2024)

Pamela Ann Wilson

Pamela Ann Wilson, age 68, of Tipton, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 8, 2023, with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 3, 1955, to her parents, Frank Nunn and Zella Mae (Reeder) Nunn. On June 22, 1990, Pamela married the love of her life, James Wilson, and the two were grateful to spend the last 33 years together.

Pamela attended Tipton High School. She worked for Miller’s Merry Manor as well as Tipton County Hospital for many years. Pamela excelled in patient care and was always a favorite among the families she served.

Pamela was strong in her faith, and enjoyed attending Hillside Missionary Baptist Church, where she felt like family. Of course, she adored her biological family as well. She was very committed to her loved ones, and so enjoyed having get-togethers. For Pamela, the best moments of time were spent with her kids and grandkids. She was always upbeat, encouraging, and a joy to be with. She had the gift of making even the most mundane of tasks fun. Any excuse there might be to eat out, Pamela took it. She loved being on the go and was incredibly friendly and social. You could always count on Pamela to give you a smile to brighten your day! She could often be found shopping at Goodwill; and had a knack for finding hidden treasures! Pamela very much enjoyed spending time with her friends (sister in-laws) and best friend, Evie. She also enjoyed riding the motorcycle with her husband, swimming, napping, collecting quilts, and anything in the color purple. Without a doubt, Pamela poured a lot of love into the lives of many. She will be greatly missed!

Those left to carry on Pamela’s legacy of love are her husband, Jim Wilson; children, Robert (Melody) West, Chris Holloway, James “Bubs” Wilson, Casey (Jonell) Wilson, Misty Wilson; grandchildren, Mercedes Barclay (Tyler Paul), Clayton West, Jesse West, Sara West (Jordan Kline), Bethany Wilson (Garrett Eades), Nichole Davila, Nathan Moctezuma, Dylan Muse, Brandon Muse; 11 great grandchildren; siblings, Darlene (Alvin) Neff, Lucillie Ward, and best friend, Evie Barber.

Pamela was welcomed into Heaven by her parents, Frank & Zella Nunn.

A funeral service celebrating Pamela’s life will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, located at 314 N Main St, in Tipton, with Pastor Bill Fields officiating. Visitation for family and friends will take place prior to the service from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Committal will take place immediately following the service at Tipton’s Fairview Cemetery.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wilson family in their time of need.

Jonathan David Russell

Jonathan David Russell, 76, Kokomo, passed away at 10:22 am on Thursday December 7, 2023, at Community Howard Regional Health. He was born in LaPorte, IN. on January 24, 1947, to the late Rev. Thomas I. and M. Lois (Johnston) Russell. On June 25, 1977, in West Lafayette at the University Lutheran Church, he married Amy Ortstadt, and she survives.

Jon graduated from Carroll High School in 1965 and Purdue University with a bachelor’s in fine arts in 1976. He served his country in the United States Army and served as a medic in the Vietnam war. He attended Christ Lutheran Church. He founded and operated Russell Design in 1979. He was involved in many community activities of historic and preservation nature. In 2004, he was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. He was the Howard County Historian and member of the Indiana Historical Society. Jon was also a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Promoting Wildcat Valley, Kokomo Early History Learning Center, American Legion, and the Howard County Veterans Memorial Committee.

Along with his wife Amy, Jon is survived by his children, Abigail Russell of Kokomo, Tyler (Victoria) Russell of Texas, and Mary Russell of Kokomo; grandson, Lucas; siblings, Sara Russell, and Jerry (Mariana) Russell; and several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter, Jenny Russell.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 am on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Christ Lutheran Church, 3401 S Dixon Rd., Kokomo, with Rev. Sharon Walker officiating. Burial will follow in Crown Point Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 5pm to 8pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, and again at 10 am on Thursday before the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made in Jon’s name to Christ Lutheran Church or a Historical Society of your choice. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.