Gary Wayne Elmore

Gary Wayne Elmore, 77, Greentown, passed away at 11:40 pm on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Brickyard Healthcare in Kokomo.  He was born in Bedford, IN on November 7, 1947, to the late Chalmer and Mildred (Johnston) Elmore.

Gary graduated from Northwestern High School in 1966 and earned his bachelor’s degree from I.U.K. He dedicated most of his life, until he retired, as an engineer with Chrysler. He was a supporter of track and field, participating in the sport throughout his school years and accumulating various awards. Whenever golfing was feasible, he was there often being on a league. Upon the beginning of hunting season, he eagerly awaited and brought home many deer. He was also an avid archery competitor, often winning trophies at the state level. Gary was a huge enthusiast of old cars having several of his own. That would lead him to participate in car shows. He introduced his grandchildren to fishing at a young age and created many memories.

He joined the United States Army on August 10, 1970. During his enlistment he served in the Vietnam War earning a National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two stars and Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device. He also wore the Combat Infantry Badge along with his Expert Marksmanship badge. Gary was Honorably Discharged on March 14th, 1972.

Gary is survived by his 3 daughters, Julie (Kristi) Harmon, Michelle (Steve) Arnold and Amy (Lee) Till; grandchildren, Micheal (Jordan) Evans, Matthew Arnold, Tommy (Natalie) Bender, Justin Arnold, Whitney Bender, Ashleigh (Dugan) Till, Tyler (Ashlyn) Till and Brandon Till; several great-grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild; bonus granddaughter, Lydia Camp; sisters, Marsha (Jack) Payne, Donna (John) Harmon; brothers, Steve Elmore, Max (Jeanine) Elmore, David (Barb) Elmore, Danny (David) Elmore; special sister in law, Sandy Elmore; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chalmer and Mildred: brother, Rob Elmore: the mother of his daughters, Judith Elmore. 

Friends are invited to visit the family from 4pm to 7pm on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W Lincoln Road, Kokomo.  A funeral service celebrating Gary’s life will take place at 10:30 am on Tuesday at the funeral home, with Chaplain Adam Rinehart officiating.  Burial will follow in Marion National Cemetery at 1pm on Tuesday, with military honors provided by the United States Army and the Kokomo VFW Military Rites Team.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

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