Sherrill Laverne "Spank" Stout, 74, of Ligonier, and formerly of North Webster, died Jan. 27, 2010, in Avalon Village, Ligonier.
He was born Nov. 8, 1935, in Bluffton, to John Stout and Alma Eckrote.
In 1954, he married Naomi Ashcraft, who preceded him in death.
He lived most of his life at Backwater Lake, North Webster. He operated a painting business, Bloomingdale Decorators, Fort Wayne, for 15 years.
Surviving are a son, Stephen Stout (and girlfriend Georgina), Milford/Florida; a sister, Saran Ellis, Linton; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a companion of 18 years, Janis Turner. He was preceded in death by a son.
No services were held. A memorial service will be held in the summer.
Ulrey Renner Funeral Home, Ligonier, is in charge of arrangements.
