Charles "Chuck" David Showalter

Charles “Chuck” David Showalter, 69, passed away at 10:58 am Friday, June 6, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo. He was born on February 8, 1956, in Indianapolis, IN, son of David R. and Janet M. (Hicks) Showalter. On November 14, 1981, he married Melinda Harlow in Russiaville, IN.

Chuck was a 1974 graduate of Park Tudor School in Indianapolis and attended Indiana University and Franklin University. He was the owner of Network Parts for 37 years and had previously been a sales manager at Accurate Parts. Chuck attended Grace United Methodist Church of Kokomo and Meridian Street United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. He was an avid music collector and was a coach for youth sports.

Along with his wife of 43 years, Melinda S. Showalter, he is survived by his children, Kristin (Mike) Matthews, David (Jessica) Seitz, Douglas (Joanna) Showalter, Ryan Showalter; grandchildren, Madeline (Molly) McCauley, Meghan (Evan) McCauley, Matthew McCauley, Anna Seitz, Allison Seitz, Irene Showalter, Alice Showalter, Russell Showalter; mother-in-law, Mary Ellyn Harlow; sister, Barbara (Harold) Pakula; nephew, Alex Pakula; sister-in-law, Liz (Ron) Harper; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews; and his beloved golden retriever, Maggie.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Janet and David Showalter; father-in-law, Gerry Harlow; and mother-in-law, Virginia Harlow.

A memorial service celebrating Chuck’s life will take place at 6 pm on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Grace United Methodist Church, 219 W Mulberry St #101, Kokomo, IN. Friends may visit with the family from 3 pm until the time of the service on Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Billy Bassett Scholarship Fund, www.billybassettscholarshipfund.com, and to the Kokomo Humane Society, www.kokomohumane.org. Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.

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