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Gayle Eugene McMinn died at 4:07 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7th, as a result of a farming accident. He was born February 14, 1948 in Kokomo, IN. He was the only son of Robert & Hazel (Heaton) McMinn. He married Peggy Lynn (Brovont) on December 21, 1969. Gayle was a 1966 graduate of Western High School and earned a bachelor degree from Taylor University in 1970. During his high school years, he broke several records as a member of the WHS track team and was nicknamed “Flash”. He continued to follow his children and grandchildren in their school activities and sporting events.
Gayle grew up in the Russiaville Friends Church. He was a member and elder of Fair Havens Christian Missionary Alliance Church. He also served on the church board, taught adult Sunday School and was a leader of a Bible study group. He was known as a Godly man and loved to share his faith with others. He was a farmer for more than forty-five years, operating McMinn Farms with his son, Scott. Twenty-two of those years he also sold Moorman Feed. Farming was not only his occupation but his hobby. He especially enjoyed sharing his farming knowledge to his grandson Austin. Gayle and his family were a part of the Hostel Exchange students thru the years. He also enjoyed doing puzzles, reading, playing cards, Sudoko and the Green Bay Packers. Gayle served on the Howard County Farm Bureau Inc. Board, Howard County Extension Board and was a former member of the Indiana Young Farmers Association.
Survivors include his spouse of forty-eight years, Peggy Lynn, Russiaville; sons, Scott (Christine) McMinn, Russiaville; Rob (Patti) McMinn, Gainesville, FL; daughter, Michelle (Kevin) Collins, Russiaville; grandchildren, Allison and Austin McMinn, Russiaville; Ethan and Cameron McMinn, Gainesville, FL; Dylan and Mackenzie Collins, Russiaville.
He was preceded in death by his father in September of 1957, his mother in October of 2001, and his grandparents Charlie and Eva Heaton.
Services are Saturday, November 11th, at Fair Havens Christian Missionary Assembly, 1216 S. 300 W. Russiaville, at 10:00 a.m with Pastors John Zwirn and Jon Bond officiating. Burial will follow at New London Cemetery. Viewing is Friday, November 10th, 3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., at Stouts Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St. Russiaville. We wish to thank family and friends for their loving support. Memorial donations may be made to the Fair Havens Christian Missionary Assembly. Online condolences may be left at www.stoutandson.com.
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Susan Duncan Ottinger
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Dear Peggy and family, I was shocked and saddened upon hearing of Gayle's untimely death. I have many fond memories of our childhoods in Russiaville and recall his birthday parties and going out to his grandparents place to build floats for homecoming. He was a good man and I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Love and rayers, Danny and Susan ( Duncan 0 Ottinger
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Corina Aguirre
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Peggy,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. Gayle is, was, and will always be a fantastic man and he will be missed dearly. Please don't hesitate to let us know if you or your family need ANYTHING from us. My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
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Peggy Spangler Hoover & Family
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Sincere condolences from a fellow WHS high school graduate. Thoughts and prayers for all family and friends.
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Bill and Sharon Marshall
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Peggy, Sharon and I were saddened to hear of Gayle's sudden passing. We are so glad you came to the beach this year so we had the opportunity to meet you both. I'll always remember playing cards with him. I was proud to call him my friend. May the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ comfort you in you loss.
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Beverly Zell
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Dear Peggy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May the Lord give you peace and comfort at this very difficult time. Prayers.
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Leonard L Barber
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Posted Thu November 09, 2017
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Peggy
Words can not say what I felt when hearing of Gayles passing. He and I caught up on old times when he came to Chrysler. He was still the same and still had hios same laugh. May the good Lord hold you in his arms and comfort you and your family thru the coming days
Leonard L Barber
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Markets Murphy
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Posted Fri November 10, 2017
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Peggy and kids, I'm so terribly sorry for your pain and loss! Though I haven't seen you in quite some time, I think of you each time I go by the farm. You're all in my thoughts and prayers and will be in days, weeks and months to come.
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Gina and Pat Price
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Posted Fri November 10, 2017
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Dearest Debbie and family...I cannot find words..I am so sorry and am praying for you. We love you.
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Randa (Johnson) Perry
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Posted Fri November 10, 2017
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So Sorry Peggy for you & your families loss. Again he ran the race and won, hallelujah. Praise be to The Lord Jesus Christ. He was my cousin for bit, my friend and a Great Teacher. Glad I got to know him in my path down here on Earth.
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Peggy and Helen Hollingsworth
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Posted Fri November 10, 2017
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My first memory of Gayle comes from the rainy spring of 1951 when we were both pre-schoolers at Quaker Haven Camp near Syracuse, Indiana. The McMinn family had a cabin there, and Bob, an electrician, had recruited my father, Ike, the plumber, to come and assist in preparing the cement block bath houses for the first joint camping season of Western and Indiana Young Friends. Also helping was Edward Linton, a pastor, along with his wife, Violet, an artist f/Friend of Hazel McMinn. Through the years all of us have continued to learn and grow through encounters with God in His magnificent creation, as evidenced in places like Quaker Haven. The foundations laid by the Christian examples of our parents and grandparents provide grounding in faith for the generations to come. Gayle and Peggy have carried on the traditions of faith to their children and grandchildren in visible and tangible ways. May the memories help to sustain all of you in this season of great loss.
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Kevin & Doris Campbell
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Posted Fri November 10, 2017
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We are saddened and shocked to hear of Gayle's passing! Your family have always left us with sweet memories. Seeing how Gayle's mom had a place in your home, and how the grandkids' lives are entwined with yours shows a loving family atmosphere. An absolutely wonderful example for us all! He will most definitely be missed. We are praying for you all!
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Laurel Whisler
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Posted Sat November 11, 2017
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Dear Peggy and Family,
My thoughts have been with you since hearing the news of Gayle's sudden passing. We grieve with you and wish you comfort.
Laurel Whisler
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Marilyn Lambert Wooldridge
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Posted Sat November 11, 2017
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Peggy & Family,
So sorry about the untimely loss of Gayle. Gayle was a blessing to all who knew him.
Your family shows so much love for one another and friends. May God give you strength and courage during this sad and difficult time. Hopefully your treasured memories together will help sustain each of you in the days to come. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
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William and Connie Salsbery
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Posted Wed November 15, 2017
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Peggy, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gayle was a wonderful friend and special buddy during our college years. We are so sorry for your loss but thankful for Gate's faith!
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Jim and Diana Vance
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Posted Sat November 18, 2017
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Peggy, we are so sorry for your loss. Our family is keeping yours upheld in prayer.
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Dion & Vimol Reed
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Posted Sat February 24, 2018
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Peggy & Family:
Our sincerest condolence to the family for the passing of Gayle McMinn. I have so many fond memories from the 2nd Grade to the 7th Grade. Working on the Russiaville School paper in his basement and selling it for 2 cents. Many basket ball games in his back yard. He will be sadly missed. Found this obit while searching for my Aunt's Obit. May the Lord Bless & Keep you & your Family!
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