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John Irving Obituary
Marion - John R. "Jack" Irving, 88, Marion, passed away in his home on Thursday, August 10, 2017.
He was born on November 21, 1928, in Fort Wayne to Floyd W. and Ruby Roberta (Brice) Irving.
Jack was a 1946 graduate of Marion High School and attended Ball State University. He was the co-owner of Irving Brothers Gravel Co. and a member of both the Masonic Lodge and LaFontaine United Methodist Church. He enjoyed playing golf.
Survivors include a very special partner of 25 years, Pat A. Rigsbee; son, Mike Irving, Pierceton; daughter, Debbie (Irving) Pearson, South Carolina; son-in-law, Ron Pearson, South Carolina; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 43 years, Norma Jean (Clapp) Irving; and brothers, Richard "Dick" and William "Bill".
Family and friends may gather to share and remember Jack from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
A service to celebrate Jack's life will be held at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 16, 2017, with additional visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Crystal Jacobson will be officiating with interment following at Grant Memorial Park.
The family's preferred memorial is LaFontaine UMC, 2 W. Kendall St., LaFontaine, IN 46940.
Online condolences may be made at www.nswcares.com.
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Dr. Pierre J Fisher
August 13, 2017
As the shadows deepened during Jack's long illness and he was going down into the valley, we believe the brightness of God's mercy was shining on him and that God was waiting for him with open arms. We know the journey was hard on Pat and his family, but, as life passes on, fond memories last for generations. Carol and I share many of those memories of Jack. Our prayers are soaring your way.
Dr. P. J. and Carol Fisher
August 12, 2017
I would like to express my sincere condolences to Jack's family. Jeremiah 29:11 tells us God is thinking thoughts of peace towards us, to give us a future and a hope, may that bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
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