John ‘JB’ RouthSYRACUSE – John “JB” Routh, 83, of North Webster, passed away on Feb. 4, 2022, at the Elkhart General Hospital with his wife Cyndi at his side.
He was born on Nov. 12, 1938, in Muncie, to John and Caroline Orr Routh. John worked for GM in Muncie for many years, retiring in 1984. He was a member and past commander of the North Webster American Legion SAL. He was an avid stamp collector, and served as the president of the Muncie Stamp Club. JB was also a member of the Wawasee Community Bible Church. He is survived by his wife, Cyndi Routh; three sons: John Routh, Brian Routh and Chris Routh; one daughter, Angela (Steven) Martin; three stepsons: Chris Stoller, Jeremy (Rhoda) Jones and Andrew (Leigh) Jones; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded by his brother, Ted Routh.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 25 at 2 p.m. at the North Webster American Legion with calling from 1 to 2 p.m. followed by a meal.
Memorial contributions may be made to the North Webster American Legion, the Animal Welfare League or the Wawasee Community Bible Church.
Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is handling arrangements.
