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John William Geurin, 54

John William Geurin, 54, of Kokomo, Indiana, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, June 1, 2021, in Kokomo, Indiana.

John was born August 27, 1966, at Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the son of William and Peggy (Brown) Geurin. He was baptized at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. John graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1985 and received an associate degree from Wabash Valley College.

He worked for Huston Electric in the field of telecommunication. John loved a variety of outdoor activities. Hunting, fishing, kayaking, and boating were among his favorites. John was a happy, caring person that enjoyed life.

Left to cherish John’s memory are his parents, Bill and Peggy Geurin of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; a brother, Mike Geurin of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; aunts, Ann Marie Rolando of Carlinville, Illinois, and Theresa (Jim) Duncan of Gillespie, Illinois; cousins, Brian Geurin, Michelle Geurin Hahn, Jimmy Rolando and Julie Rolando Foster.

John is preceded in death by his grandparents; aunt, Diane Geurin; and uncles, Ron Geurin and James Rolando.

A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, June 5, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 125 W. 5th Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic School. Envelopes will be available at the church or Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Geurin family.