John Little

John Little

89, of Lowell, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024.  He is survived by his children, Michael (Stephanie), Kathryn both of California, Ann (Tim) Simon of Germany; grandchildren, Sabrina and Theo Simon; nieces, nephews and extended family. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Janet; parents, James and Helen Little; brother, James Jr. 

John graduated from Lowell High School and went on to obtain his Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy from Purdue University. While at Purdue he was member of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, a reporter for the Purdue Exponent and met the love of his life, Janet.  He attended Purdue for two years, served in the Navy for two years, and back to Purdue to finish his degree.  Upon graduation he returned to the family grain farm with pure bred Angus cattle where he migrated into strawberries, U-pick vegetables, tomatoes for Heinz and Red Gold, and ultimately hot peppers, tomatillos, cantalope, and watermelon for shipment.   He was a passionate farmer and a humble steward for the farm he loved.  He was a member of Young Farmers of America, Scottish Rite, and was a 32 Degree Mason with the Colfax Blue Lodge .  John was a loyal and devoted Purdue, Cubs, and Bears fan.  Above all else he had a great sense of humor and loved and enjoyed a good prank.  

Visitation, Sunday, April 7th from 2-6PM with Funeral Services Monday, 11 AM, all Sheets Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 604 E. Commercial Ave, Lowell, IN 46356.  Burial will follow in Lake Prairie Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to Tri-Creek Education Foundation

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