John Henry “Jack” Anglin, Sr., a lifelong resident of Clunette, Indiana, passed away peacefully at the remarkable age of 100 on Monday, March 14, 2022, in the comfort of his home. Born on November 21, 1921, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Washington and Grace Anglin, John Anglin lived a life deeply intertwined with his community and country.
John Anglin, affectionately known as Jack, graduated from Atwood High School in 1937 before bravely serving in the United States Army during World War II. As a Sergeant in Company E, 78th Lightning Division, 311th Infantry, Cannon Company, he was part of pivotal moments in the war, including the Battle of the Bulge, the Hurtgen Forest campaign, and the capture of the Remagen Bridge – a crucial turning point that significantly aided the Allied advance. His service reflects a deep commitment to his nation during a time of global conflict.
Returning home, John Anglin married Bette Mikesell on December 31, 1941, in Winona Lake, embarking on 66 years of marriage until her passing. Together, they built a family and legacy, raising four children: John, Jr. (deceased), Neal, Beth, and Sarah. In 1951, John Anglin, alongside two of his seven brothers, established Clunette Elevator, Inc., a business that became a cornerstone of the local agricultural community.
Beyond his military and business endeavors, John Anglin dedicated his life to serving others. He was a steadfast member of the Clunette United Methodist Church and a founding member of the Atwood Lions Club, demonstrating his commitment to local fellowship and service organizations. His involvement extended to the Masonic Lodge of Plymouth and the American Legion Post 49 in Warsaw, further highlighting his dedication to community and fraternal organizations. John Anglin also served as past president of both the Indiana Grain Dealer’s Association and the Kosciusko County Fair Board, contributing his leadership to agricultural and community events.
His passion for local history led John Anglin to volunteer as a guide at the Jailhouse Museum for the Kosciusko County Historical Society. He extended his helpful nature through practical acts of kindness, driving cancer patients to appointments, providing transportation for Amish individuals to Red Cross Blood Drives, and ensuring children could reach the Shriner’s Hospital in Chicago for specialized care. For an impressive 58 years, from 1955 to 2013, John Anglin served as the sexton of Stony Point Cemetery, a role that reflected his respect for community heritage and those who came before him.
John Anglin was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, a sister, his son John Anglin, Jr., grandson Jeremiah, and his beloved wife Bette Anglin. He is survived by his daughter-in-law Lorraine Anglin, his children Neal (Lyn) Anglin, Beth (Jim) Cooper, and Sarah (Larry) Payton, along with nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, who will all cherish his memory and legacy.
Friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation on Friday, March 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. A masonic ceremony, conducted by the Plymouth Kilwinning Lodge, will commence at 7 p.m. John Anglin’s funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 at Clunette United Methodist Church, 4227 W 600 North, Leesburg, followed by burial with full military honors at Stony Point Cemetery, where John Anglin dedicated so many years of service.
In lieu of floral tributes, the family kindly requests that donations in memory of John Anglin be directed to any of the following organizations that John Anglin passionately supported: Clunette United Methodist Church, The Salvation Army of Warsaw, Stony Point Cemetery, Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, or the Chicago Shriners Hospital. Condolences may be offered online at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.
