Christopher “Chris” Ronald Lambert, Earl P. Gilland
Christopher “Chris” Ronald Lambert
Christopher “Chris” Ronald Lambert, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at his home in Kokomo, IN. Born on November 14, 1961, in Bloomington, IN, Chris's journey was one marked by dedication, passion, and an unyielding zest for life.
Chris, the second son of the late Ronald L. and Mary Ann (Smith) Lambert, grew up in a warm household with his sister Deborah A. Lambert-Huntingford and his late brother Stanley Lambert.
A graduate of Indiana University, Chris earned his degree in Finance. He began his career in the early ‘90s when his analytical mind drew him into banking. Following his time in banking and finance, Chris began his own painting business where he served his customers well. Later, utilizing many of skills he learned as a small business owner, he transitioned into his longtime career at Chrysler. For 24 years, Chris took pride working in the auto industry in iron casting and as a Millwright. He brought expertise and innovative thinking to each of the positions he held.
Outside of his career, Chris was an avid enthusiast of cars and motorcycles. He also enjoyed traveling, where he reveled in the different cultures, the warmth of the people, and the beauty of the landscapes. Those who knew Chris saw him as the embodiment of a handy, loving, and intelligent man. His ability to fix anything, his unwavering support for his friends and family, and his keen intellect defined his character.
His absence leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his spirit remains a guiding light. He was loved immensely and will be missed.
A gravesite memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on June 19, 2025, at the Gosport Cemetery, in Gosport, IN.
Earl P. Gilland
Earl P. Gilland, 89, of Kokomo, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, peacefully in his home with family and friends. He was born July 23, 1935, in Montgomery County, Kentucky, to the late Ancel Gilland and Carrie (Jackson) Hampton. He married Peggy (Hutton) Gilland on October 31, 1999, and she survives.
Earl served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1962. He was a member of the VFW Post #1152. Earl retired from Schwann's Company as a delivery driver. He enjoyed playing BINGO at the Senior Center and enjoyed collecting. Earl was a member of the Fairview Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Kokomo Shriners Club and the Masonic Lodge.
Earl is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Peggy, two children Karen Leffert and Greg Gilland, three stepchildren Connie Hochgesang, Mary Wilburn, and Mike (E.J.) Haynes, seven grandchildren Andrew Sullivan, Alex Ziesing, Megan Sullivan, Gage Costello, Tanna Hilton, Dakota Gilland, and Joseph Hochgesang, three great-grandchildren, two sisters, and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death is his daughter Kendra Wilkinson and brother Harvey (Joyce) Gilland.
There will be a memorial service for Earl on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Ellers Mortuary Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo, IN, with military rites which will be performed by the United States Army and the VFW Post #1152 Military Rites Team. There will be an hour of visitation prior to the service. A private burial will take place at Crown Point at a later date.