John J. Gilsinger, 91, Logansport, passed away at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at his residence.
Born March 5, 1918, in Logansport, he was the son of John J. and Anna B. Muckenfuss Gilsinger.
John retired in 1981 as a hostler after 43 years of service with the Pennsylvania Railroad, Penn Central and Conrail. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and a 61-year member of the United Transportation Union (UTU).
A 1937 graduate of Logansport High School, John was also a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, where he served in Panama, New Guinea, the Philippines and the Occupation of Japan.
John had been a member of the former St. Bridget’s Church.
John liked to fish, taking many trips to Minnesota and Canada. He enjoyed watching most sports, mushroom hunting, gardening and travel.
John was a loving and sincere father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He was a very giving person and especially enjoyed sharing his life with his grandchildren.
Survivors are son, Gary (Judy) Gilsinger, Logansport; grandchildren, Jason Gilsinger, Toponas, Colo., Tammie Chickdaunce, Lafayette, and Jesse (April) Gilsinger, Clayton, N.C.; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Neil Gilsinger, Russell Gilsinger, Harley Gilsinger, Harold Gilsinger, George Gilsinger and Walter Gilsinger; and sisters, Theresa Grant and Rosemary Dawson.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Kroeger Funeral Home where services will be at 11 a.m. Monday with Father Michael McKinney officiating.
Burial will be in Mount St. Vincent Cemetery, Logansport.
Memorial contributions may be made to All Saints Catholic School, 112 E. Market St., Logansport IN 46947.
Condolences and personal remembrances may be left online at www.kroegerfuneralhome.com.
