Obituaries

January 8, 1936 to June 22, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - Melvin A. Garling, 84, of Monticello (formerly of Francesville and Monon), passed away Monday, June 22, at his home.

He was born Jan. 8, 1936 in rural Pulaski County to the late Robert H. and Ruth V. Chamness Garling. He was a 1955 graduate of Monon High School and served in the Indiana National Guard for nine years. On June 14, 1956, he married Loretta J. Elston, in Indianapolis. They recently celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary.

He is also survived by:
Angela (Mark) Dickerson, Murfreesboro, TN, Daughter
Brandy (Rick) Hunt, Granddaughter
Brooke (Clark) Curry, Granddaughter
5 Great-Grandchildren
Devon Garling, Francesville, Brother
4 Nephews and 4 Nieces

Preceded in death by:
Phyllis “Phid” (Carl) McCormick, Sister
Richard Garling, Brother

Mr. Garling was a lifelong farmer in Pulaski and White counties. He was also a school bus driver for West Central School Corporation for 20 years. He was a longtime member of St. James Salem United Church of Christ in Francesville. He loved farming and spending time with family. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and camping. He enjoyed traveling and seeing new places as well as listening to country music. He enjoyed going to Florida and sitting on the beach. He cherished trips to Branson, MO with his wife. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the safety of all concerned, a private service and burial will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.