COLUMBIA CITY – Gary W. Fouts, 61, Columbia City, was found dead May 5, 2015, at his residence. He was born April 6, 1954, in Huntington, to Melvin Leon and Lena Jane Waters Fouts. His formative years were spent in Huntington until 1964, when he moved to Pierceton. He completed his education at Whitko High School. In the 1980s, he moved to Columbia City with his mother and brother. He was a member of American Legion Post 258, Pierceton. Surviving relatives include three siblings: Jane Dotson, Pierceton; Bonnie Krebs, Warsaw; and David Smith, Columbia City; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Melvin Fouts Jr. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Calling is after 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. ***** Memorials to the final expense account payable to Smith & Sons Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent via www.smithandsonsfuneralhome.com
