June C. Stoutenour

It is with heavy hearts and profound admiration that we announce the passing of June C. Stoutenour, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on April 23, 2026, at the age of 96. June's journey began on December 2, 1929, in the welcoming community of Elkhart, Indiana, where she was born to William E. and Nellie O. Nicodemus. With her gentle spirit and warm heart, June touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. June was united in marriage to the love of her life, Cornelius H. Stoutenour, on February 19, 1947. They shared an extraordinary life together, marked by deep affection and mutual respect until his passing. Together, they found joy in collecting antiques and were active members of the Model A Club, indulging in their shared passion for history and craftsmanship. For many years, June dedicated herself as a devoted housewife and later extended her nurturing spirit working at Muff's Beauty Shop. Her professional life was marked by her commitment to making others feel beautiful and cherished. A devout member of St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Church, June's faith was her guiding light, offering her strength and solace throughout her life. Her devotion to her church community was unwavering, and she found great joy in her faith. June's culinary talents were cherished by all who had the pleasure of tasting her cooking and baking, especially her renowned pies, which were a testament to her love and care for those she held dear. She is lovingly survived by her son, Michael, and his wife Nancy, of Elkhart, IN; her grandchildren, Elizabeth (Garrett Gardner), Martin (Amanda), and Jason Francis; and her six precious great-granddaughters: Gemma, Olivia, Lyla Gardner, Penelope, Monroe Violet, and Gabrielle Francis. Her family was the center of her world, and her legacy lives on through them. June was predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband Cornelius, and her dear brother, Gene Nicodemus. Though we mourn her passing, we find comfort in knowing that they are reunited once more. A service celebrating June's life will be held at 11:00 AM on September 4, 2026, at Willy Mills Zimmerman Funeral Home, located at 700 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN. All who knew and loved June are welcome to join in honoring her memory. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice, in tribute to June's generous spirit and her commitment to helping others. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Greenleaf Health Campus for the compassionate care provided to June in her final days. Her gentle presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.