Thomas "Tom" Howard Ginn

Thomas "Tom" Howard Ginn

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Pleasant Run Cemetery

40.63440, -86.70110, Delphi, IN 46923

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Thomas "Tom" Ginn Obituary

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Thomas “Tom” Howard Ginn, 80, of Delphi, passed away unexpectedly at IU Health Arnett in Lafayette, on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Thomas was born in Lafayette on August 16, 1945, to the late Howard and Helen Marjorie (Rush) Ginn.

On February 8, 1974 Tom married the love of his life Patrica (Houser) Ginn. They were blessed with 38 years of a happy marriage. Patricia preceded Thomas in death on December 24, 2012.

Tom was a 1963 graduate of Delphi High School and later joined the Army National Guard. Tom had worked at Myers Young for several years and also for Downham Trucking. He later worked at Indiana Packers for several years before eventually retiring.

In his free time Tom enjoyed woodworking and being outdoors. Most of all Tom enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Surviving Tom are sisters; Mary Jane Hunter, Marjorie Lou Ginn, nephew; Scott Hunter, niece; Teri Boyd, 4 great- Nephews, 1 great-niece, 3 great-great- nephews, and 2 great- great- nieces. 

Memorial contributions honoring the life of Thomas may be made to the American Cancer Society.

A graveside service honoring the life of Thomas will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 1 pm, with Pastor Bob Duke officiating, located at Pleasant Run Cemetery in rural Delphi.

Shirey Funeral home has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolences may be made online at www.shireyfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

14

Graveside service

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Pleasant Run Cemetery

40.63440, -86.70110, Delphi, IN 46923

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