John Joseph Shoudel

John Joseph Shoudel, 77, of Ligonier, passed away on August 16, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on August 22, 1941 in Auburn, IN to Carl and Rosena (Miller) Shoudel.

John graduated from Ligonier High School in 1960. He worked for Parker Hannifin for 43 years. He served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps for 6 years. John loved to hunt, fish, bowl, golf and most of all enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a member of the West Noble American Legion Post # 243 in Ligonier.

John is survived by his friend and partner, Paula Gingerich of Ligonier;daughters, Wendy Shoudel of Shipshewana, Michelle Shoudel of Middlebury, Amy (Josh) Trowbridge of Syracuse, 18 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Chuck Shoudel of Bonaire, GA; sister, Charlotte (Pete) Boyd of Ligonier; 3 nieces and 2 nephews of Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will be held in Mr. Shoudel’s honor on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN 46767 at 2pm with Father Corzo of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church officiating. Military graveside honors will take place at Oak Park Cemetery following the memorial service.