John Stephen Pearson
John Stephen Pearson, 76 of Tipton passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 2:00 p.p. at IU Health – Tipton Hospital. John was born in Kokomo on October 12, 1945 to Bernard & Helen (Taylor) Pearson. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo (Walker) Pearson whom he married in May 1997.
John retired after a career in industrial construction. He served in the US Navy and was a lifetime member of the American Legion and also the Kokomo VFW. He belonged to the Moose Lodge and Howard Masonic Lodge #93. John loved Bluegrass and Country music and was a skilled guitar and banjo player. He also enjoyed spending time at the golf course. He was a family man and his grandchildren were very special to him.
Survivors besides his wife Mary Jo include his children, Mark Pearson and wife Sarah, Trish Belk and husband Dean and Steve Crews and wife Veronica; seven grandchildren, Keeley Kalbaugh and husband Broderick, Zachary Crews and friend Kaitlyn Fitzgerald, Olivia Crews and friend Blake Bentley, Ethan Belk, Eli Belk, Nicholas Pearson and Brandon Pearson. John also has a great-granddaughter, Stella Kalbaugh, one sister, Linda Shepherd and a best friend Junior Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by one son, Tony Crews, four brothers and three sisters.
At John’s request, no services are planned. He will be buried in Fairview Cemetery at a later date. Young-Nichols Funeral Home is assisting the Pearson family with John’s arrangements.
Memorial contributions in John’s memory should be made to the Kokomo VFW, 920 N. Washington Street, Kokomo, Indiana, 46901.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Mary Jo and family, Please accept my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Susie Stevens
Aunt Jo, I’m sorry to here of John’s passing. He was a good man. I love you and you are always in my heart.
So Saddened To Hear This. Very Sorry for Your Loss. John Was A Very Kind Soul And Will Be Greatly Missed. Prayer’s For The Family.
I’m so very very sorry. He was a great man and friend. Prayers to family for comfort. May he RIp.
Mary Jo I am so sorry for your loss. John was a really good. You are in thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry to hear of Johns passing, hugs and prayers to family.
Mary Jo and family, words cannot express the loss we all feel today. He was such a sweet and caring uncle,. I have alot of great memories that I will forever hold in my heart. Prayers of comfort for all of you during this time of grieving. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted Matthew 5:4 HUGS AND LOVE,
Momma jo I am so sorry . I will miss papaw and our love / hate relationship. He was a good boss . My prayers hugs and love to you and the kids
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. You are in my and Derek’s thoughts and prayers. John was a very good man and fun to be around. So sorry for your loss.
Love you!❤️
So sorry to hear about John’s passing. May God be with you an your family at this time of grief
Mary Jo I am very sorry to hear about John. I’m sorry we didn’t keep in touch.
Mary Jo I’m so very sorry to hear about John. I’m sorry that we haven’t kept in touch.
Mary Jo Pam and I are so sorry to hear of John passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.