A visitation with family and funeral service will be held on Friday, September 22, 2017, from 6 to 8 pm at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, 9088 W. 1025 S., Fortville, IN 46040.
John Oliver Ellingwood II, age 65, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2017, after a long, hard battle with heart disease. He was born on December 14, 1951, to Margaret and John O. Ellingwood I. He graduated from Pendleton High School in 1970. He went on to graduate from Purdue in 1976 with a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Technology. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a dedicated son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
He retired from NCR in December 2016. Prior to that, he was a partner in Data Solutions. He was a member of Fortville Masonic Lodge #207. He loved spending time with family and friends; he never knew a stranger. He loved being out at the farm, flying airplanes, and riding motorcycles.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sharon Elizabeth (Zweige) Ellingwood; daughter, Alyssa Ann Ellingwood (Brian Miller); mother, Margaret Lou Ellingwood (Mark Griffin); step-mother, Jhon Kay Ellingwood; brother, Samuel E. (Vicki) Ellingwood; grandson, Kolton Ray Miller; nephew, Samuel ‘Dustin’ (Christy) Ellingwood; 3 grand-nephew/nieces, William O. Ellingwood, Margaret L. Ellingwood, Emily E. Ellingwood; and several other cousins and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father, John O. Ellingwood; sister, Judith Diane Ellingwood.
A visitation with family and funeral service will be held on Friday, September 22, 2017, from 6 to 8 pm at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, 9088 W. 1025 S., Fortville, IN 46040. Pastor Ron Polly will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent directly to the American Heart Association. Arrangements entrusted to Indiana Funeral Care.
Alissa Smallstey says
My heartfelt condolences to the family. May John rest in peace and always be an Angel to his family.
Alissa and Justin Smallstey of Greenwood, Indiana
Patty Griffin says
As difficult as it is for those of us left behind, I’m glad that John is finally at peace. He was a good man & my life is enriched by having known him. Love you guys.
John & Susan Selvy says
Sharon, you and your family are in my prayers. I’m so sorry. I had no idea anything was going on. Luckily, Barbara Reger informed me. We are leaving for Florida tomorrow morning to help my mother.
Take care of yourself.
Rachel Kostuck Bostic says
We are so sorry for you loss. May God cover your family with peace and love.
Carolyn Terry says
Sharon and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
With sympathy,
Carolyn Terry
Mark Chambers says
We knew him as “Farmer John” at Purdue…and a good stick in anything with wings. A true friend who never met a stranger…and I will miss him. God speed my friend.
Ron Sullivan says
Sharon and Alissa, I am so sorry for your loss. John and I were Neighbors and friends for over 25 year’s, but we were so much more. May God bless you and REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU..
Craig Douglass says
To you my cousin and friend John Ellingwood, you will be missed. Although my visits to Indiana have been few, I always enjoyed my time with you. Years later you and Beth Ann have been my conduit to Indiana and farming. You were the greatest. May you rest in peace and your family remember the best of your life. Now are are free to fly in real style, enjoy. By the way, I just remembered something after maybe 35 years when you were piloting a plane were in together and you flew upside down-Wow–You were quite skilled.
You cousin, Craig Douglass and my family Julie Douglass, MD, Lindsay Douglass and Cheryl Douglass
Linda Jeter says
I didn’t know John for years like most of you in fact I only met him about a year ago. But he is one of the nicest men that I’ve ever met. I’m sure he will be with missed by everyone. But I hope we can all remember the good times that we had with him. I will keep Sharon in Alyssa in my prayers along with all of his friends. May you rest in peace John and God bless.
Natalie Deason says
Sharon and Alyssa-
May the Lord comfort you now and always. John was an amazing man. I remember him always taking care of me when we went out to eat together. Specifically, when we went to Olive Garden for dinner one night – I told him all I wanted was salad. He told me to eat it straight out of the big bowl!! That was the first and only time I have ever done that. What a great memory of a man with a good sense of humor. Praying for you and your days ahead. Hold his smile and memories close.
Love,
Natalie Deason