Gilbert Thomas “Tom” Harper, 94, of Greentown, passed away Monday December 8, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo.
Tom was the youngest son of Howard and Grace (Ball) Harper. He was born December 1, 1931, in Jackson Township, Howard County, Indiana. On January 13, 1951, he married Shirley J. (Campbell) Harper, and she preceded him in death on August 6, 2020.
Tom graduated from Jackson Township High School in 1949. He retired from Chrysler Corporation in Kokomo in 1989. He was a member of Sycamore Friends Church in Greentown where he served on several church committees. After retirement, he served on several mission trips with CSI.
Tom is survived by his children, Michael (Viola) Harper, Nappanee, Indiana, Patricia Jeffers, Greentown, Steven (Carolyn) Harper, Columbus, Indiana; grandchildren, Sarah (Timothy) Heatwole, Joshua (Bethanna) Harper, Brandon (Meredith) Jeffers, Andrew (Alex) Harper, Peter (Amanda) Harper; granddaughter-in-law, Rachel Harper; along with 10 great-grandchildren.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Shirley; 6 sisters and 5 brothers, daughter-in-law, Susan Harper; grandson, Seth Harper.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10 am to Noon Monday December 15, 2025, at Sycamore Friends Church, 1148 North 1100 East, Greentown, IN 46936.
A funeral service celebrating Tom’s life will begin Noon on Monday at the church with Pastor Lou Herchenroeder officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Tom’s memory to Quaker Haven Camp, 111 Ems D16C Lane #8051, Syracuse, IN 46567 or Sycamore Friends Church.
Hasler – Stout Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.hasler-stout.com.
