James “Jim” Allman, Mary L. Gordon, Wavelyn Hope Boothe, Dale Eugene Bohall

James “Jim” Allman

The family of James “Jim” Allman is saddened to announce his passing on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 12, 1937, he was the son of Leo Allman and Kathleen Gundersen. Along with his mother, Jim was raised by his loving stepfather Hans Gundersen.

He was married to Nancy Holt Allman from 1960 to 1970. On July 10, 1971, he married Norma J. Allman. She preceded him in death on April 28, 2010.

In 1955, Jim graduated from Kokomo High School and soon after, pursued higher education at General Motors Institute (Kettering University), earning a degree in engineering. From 1959 until his retirement in 1993, he was employed with Delco Electronics Corp., serving as a quality control engineer, staff supervisor, and educator.

Throughout the years, Jim enjoyed the outdoors by camping and visiting many national parks. He loved traveling to new and familiar locations and looked forward to spending the colder months of the year with friends in Lake Placid, Florida.

He dabbled in leather work and was an avid golfer, horseshoe pitcher, and most recently, a LEGO builder.

Jim was a charitable man, making contributions to Wounded Warriors, Tunnels to Towers Foundation, elementary schools, and more.

He was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Loyal Member of Moose, National Horseshoe Pitching Association, Kokomo Horseshoe Club, and Better than Nothing Horseshoe Club.

Jim was a family man and enjoyed spending time with those he loved and friends from all over. He was also very passionate about his faith. For many years, he attended Grace Ambassadors in Greentown, serving as their Facebook community manager and lending a helping hand wherever needed.

As a saved saint in the body of Christ, he assumed his position in heavenly places upon his death. He placed his faith in the saving power of God’s grace. The death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit to seal his soul unto the day of redemption.

He is survived by his loving family: daughters Cynthia Allman (Henry Hilken) and Jody Wallace (Steve Smith); sons Chris Allman, John Michael (Carla) Phillips, Jeff Phillips, and Jay Phillips (Donna Scurlock Stribling); grandchildren Eric (Karen) Wallace, Jeremy (Mary) Wallace, Kristen (Donald) Kerby, Joshua (Sydney) Phillips, Daniel (Lluvia) Phillips, Jeff (Delilah) Phillips, Jason (Kelly) Phillips, Jessica Phillips (Dustin Dishmon), Louise Allman, and Russell Hilken (Julia Arria); sister Nancy Flowers; brother Hans (Linda) Gundersen; 17 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; four nieces and nephews; and many other loving family members.

In addition to his wife Norma, he was preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in-law Mary Jane Phillips, and granddaughter Sara Phillips.

A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until service, at Ellers Mortuary (Main Street) in Kokomo. The family kindly asks that any contributions be made to Wounded Warriors or Tunnels to Towers Foundation.

Mary L. Gordon

Mary L. Gordon, 73, Kokomo, Indiana, went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 2, 2025. She was born on January 7,1952, in Kokomo to Richard H. and Maxine (Barnhart) Dye. She married W. Patrick Gordon on January 30, 1972, and he survives.

She graduated from Kokomo High School in 1970 and began working at Indiana Bell Telephone as a toll and information operator. She was employed at multiple places through the years, such as IGA, American Health Network, and Home Instead. Mary officially retired in 2019 when her youngest grandchild Brody was born and began her most favorite position in the world, caregiver for Brody while his parents were at work.

She enjoyed all types of music (especially the Beatles), reading, playing board and card games, NASCAR, and finding great deals, but Mary loved being with her family and laughing most of all. Any time she had the opportunity, she would gloat about her children and grandchildren and tell anyone who listened about how proud she was of her family. She was always around to lend a helping hand whenever possible to anyone she could. Mary was also a bonus momma and nana to many. She was the kindest, most loving woman who never knew a stranger and will be deeply missed by so many.

In addition to her husband Pat, she is survived by her children Michael P. Gordon of Algonac, Michigan, and Julie Marie (Clint) Barker of Kokomo. She also had three grandchildren Cassidy Gordon of Algonac, Michigan, and Chloe and Brody Barker of Kokomo, sister Jeanne (Norm) Helvie of Anoka, brother Paul (Cindy) Dye of Ft. Wayne, sisters-in-law Kenny Dye of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Christina (Paul) Miles of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Glenda Gordon of Fishers, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is also survived by her best friends from first grade, Mary Troy and Luann King, who never left each other’s sides over the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents and beloved brother James (Jim) Dye.

A funeral service celebrating Mary’s life will be held at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home, 2097 W. Alto Rd., Kokomo, with Pastor Johnson officiating at 2 p.m. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025. Eller’s Mortuary has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and the American Cancer Society.

Wavelyn Hope Boothe

Wavelyn Hope Boothe, a woman whose laughter was as infectious as her creativity was boundless, left this world for her next great adventure on June 2, 2025. Born on the brink of a new year in 1923 in Lionville, PA, Wavelyn's life was a vivid tapestry woven with joy, art, and the kind of humor that could tickle even the sternest of souls.

Wavelyn's journey began as the cherished daughter of Embe Kugler and Thelma Longwell, and she grew up to be the kind of person who could find the silver lining in any cloud. She was the beloved matriarch of a family that includes her son Dayne Hoss, her pride and joy grandson Kingston Hoss, and a host of nieces and nephews who could always count on her for a good story and an even better laugh.

Her early education at Marion High School was just the prologue to a life of learning and exploration. With a spirit as free as her sketches, Wavelyn and her first husband Avon Neal threw caution to the wind and hitchhiked all the way to Mexico City. There, under the tutelage of the legendary Diego Rivera, she honed her art in a way that textbooks could never teach.

Wavelyn's professional life was as long-standing as her marriages, each spanning over two decades of love and partnership. She worked for Motorola phone company for 28 years, where she was known for her quick wit and the ability to make even the Monday-est Mondays feel like Fridays.

But it was in the strokes of her paintbrush and the loops of her crochet hook where Wavelyn's soul truly danced. She painted, she sketched, and she crafted with her sisters, creating a world of beauty that was a testament to her passion for art. Even in her last few months, Wavelyn's hands were rarely still, her sketches a testament to a mind that never lost its wonder.

Wavelyn was a woman who lived her life with the kind of humor that could make a stand-up comedian take notes. She was loving, funny, and creative—a true original who could spin yarns with her words just as beautifully as she could with her crochet threads.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her brothers-in-arms in love Avon Neal, Bob Hoss, and William Boothe, and her siblings Jack Kugler, Lilian Pence, Dorothy McKee, Mary Besser, and Patty Butche. Each of them played a part in the story of Wavelyn, a story that is as unforgettable as her laughter.

To say Wavelyn Hope Boothe will be missed is an understatement. She was the kind of person who left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her. Her legacy is one of love, laughter, and the kind of creativity that can never be dimmed. And while she may have taken her final bow, the echoes of her laughter and the beauty of her art will continue to inspire and delight us all. Here’s to Wavelyn, the woman who taught us that life is a canvas, and laughter is the best color on the palette.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday June 8, at 3 p.m. at 210 West South J. Street in Gas City for all who wish to attend.

Dale Eugene Bohall

Dale Eugene Bohall, 92, of Kokomo, passed away at 2:53 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. He was born in Brown County, IN, on March 1, 1933, the son of the late Otis and Vernis (Deckard) Bohall. On March 24, 1961, he married Eileen (Bishop), and she survives.

Dale owned and operated Bohall’s Heating & Air Conditioning until his retirement. He was a gentle, honest, and hard-working man. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather to his family. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Kokomo and later attended Trailer Estates Covenant Church in Bradenton, Florida. Dale found great joy in spending the winters and moving full-time to his home in Bradenton, Florida, since 1979. He was an artistic man who most often painted landscape canvases and handsaws. He was a skilled fisherman, sailor, and car enthusiast.

In addition to his wife Eileen, he is survived by his sons Carl (Diane) Bohall and Ronald (Gerri) Phillips, daughters-in-law Judy Bohall and Vicki Ryckman, brother James Bohall, grandchildren Matt Bohall, Brooke Bohall, Ashleigh Bohall, Staci Elliott, Heather Ryckman, Christopher Ryckman, Sarah Ryckman, Holly Hall, and Jake Phillips, and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sons David Bohall and Rick Ryckman, brothers Lowell Bohall and Maurice Dean Bohall, and daughter-in-law Nancy Phillips.

A celebration of life will be held at 12 p.m. on July 12, 2025, at First Congregational Church, 505 W. Mulberry St., Kokomo. Stout & Son Funeral Home – Russiaville Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.stoutandson.com.