Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1920
DIED
2017
FUNERAL HOME
Floyd Luginbill Obituary
Floyd Luginbill, age 96, passed away June 6, 2017. He was born October 19, 1920 to Marcus and Rebecca (Mason) Luginbill at home in rural Berne, Indiana. He attended one room elementary schools and graduated class president and valedictorian from Jefferson High School. He then graduated from International Business College (Ft. Wayne) and was employed by Dunbar Furniture Company of Berne. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and trained in twin-engine B-25 bombers. After training he was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant and assigned as a pilot instructor on the B-25 Mitchell, B-26 Marauder and the 4-engine B-24 Liberator. After the war, he remained in the Air Force Reserves for 12 years and gained his commercial pilot certificate and instructor rating. On release from active duty, he moved to Lansing, Michigan for employment with the J.C. Penney Co. as Comptroller and Merchandising Manager. He was later employed by the Michigan Accident Fund as Chief Statistician, Assistant Manager and retired after 31 years as the CEO and General Manager. Floyd was a member of First Christian Church in Lansing, and after many years of active involvement, was commissioned there as an Elder Emeritus. In 1950 he married Sarah Ann Price and they had two sons, Dr. David Luginbill (Linda) of Dimondale and James (Julie) of Kalamazoo. He is also survived by a sister Floreine Graham of Petroleum, Indiana, six grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by Ann, his wife of 58 years, sister Ruth (Don) Abnet of Berne and sister Esther (Jess) Patch of Decatur, Indiana. Floyd's life was marked by faithfulness to God, his wife, his family and his work. Visitation will be on Thursday, June 22, 5:30-7:30pm at the Gorsline-Runciman Funeral Home at 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 24 at 11am at First Christian Church, 1001 Chester Road, Lansing. Visitation will be held at 10-11am. Those desiring to make a donation may give to the church in his honor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Floyd Luginbill
Sponsored by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes.
5 Entries
Mary Walrath
June 24, 2017
My condolences to you, Dr. Dave and Linda, and all of your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Only a family commitment would keep me from being with you today as we all remember the wonderful person your dad was. It was a joy to serve with him on the board of Elders at church. God bless you and yours today and always...
Paul Beitler
June 19, 2017
I send the family of Floyd Luginbill my condolences. Sincerely, Paul S. Beitler, Bluffton, Indiana.
Rosemary & Gideon Marsal
June 17, 2017
Our condolences to you, Dave & Linda, on the death of your dad. What a striking resemblance you are to your dad, Dave! God bless you and all of your loved ones at this time. May he rest in peace! Love, Rosemary & Gideon Marsal
Dan and Alice Schueller
June 15, 2017
Love the photo gallery. The pictures of Uncle Floyd playing with his grandkids remind me so much of Grandpa playing with us. He was definitely his father's son. Love and prayers to all.
Gary & Mary Jo Kast
June 15, 2017
To the family of Floyd, I am so sorry for your loss! I worked with Floyd at the Accident Fund from 1970 until his retirement. I will always have fond memories of Floyd. May he Rest in Peace.
Gary Kast
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Floyd Luginbill's name
Memorial Events
for Floyd Luginbill
Jun
22
Visitation
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912
Funeral services provided by:
Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912
How to support Floyd's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Floyd Luginbill's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
