Jack L. Durham

Jack L.  Durham, age  78, of Ligonier, Indiana passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on August 31, 1944 the son of Medford and Flotilla (Hughes) Durham in Noble County, Indiana.

Jack was the last of the Durham brothers.  He is survived by his sisters, Norma Brewer of Ligonier, Phyllis Durham of Ligonier, Peggy (Robert) Baker of Cromwell, Cathy (Howard) Baker of Ligonier, and Patty Sue Schofe of Ligonier, a “special" nephew, Don (Wendi) Haywood of Bradenton, Florida; two “adopted” sisters, Sandy Rakes of Ligonier and Paula Hagaman of Kendallville; along with many nieces nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, John, Bob, Bill, Tom, Don “Buck”, and Morris.

Jack served his country honorably in the United States Marines and fought in the Vietnam War. He retired from Reith Riley Construction  after 44 years of dedicated service.  Jack was an avid reader and loved to read westerns. He loved to walk and did it everyday. His favorite spot was the Wawasee Reserve. Jack also loved to fish and spent two times a year traveling to Florida to fish with his nephew, Woody.

In his younger days, he loved going snowmobiling in Michigan with family. Jack loved to spend time with his family, and they loved to spend time with him.

A funeral service will be held in Jack’s honor on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 4 pm at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN 46767. Pastor John Lutton will officiate. Burial will follow at Sparta Cemetery in Kimmell.

Family and friends will be received from 1-4 pm prior to the service on Thursday at Yeager Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children's research Hospital, 9045 River Rd Suite 175, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com .