Neil Allen Marcum

Neil Allen Marcum, 52, of New Palestine, passed away, Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, Illinois.

He was born August 2, 1972, in Rushville, the son of Charles J. and Debra M. (Sweet) Marcum. On May 3, 1996, he married his wife of 28 years, Kimberly Lynn Flaugher, and she survives.

In addition to Kim, Neil is survived by his father of Morristown; sons, Richard Gage Marcum and Hayden Allen Marcum, both of New Palestine; grandson, Gavin Eli Marcum; sister, Natalie Batton and husband, Thomas, of Shelbyville; brother, Jeffery Marcum and wife, Kelly, of Morristown; nieces, Ashtyn Marcum, Charli Marcum, Alexis Batton, Breelyn Flaugher and Macalyn Flaugher; nephew, Bo Marcum; mother-in-law, Victoria Johnson of New Palestine; father-in-law, Richard Johnson of New Palestine; brothers-in-law, Michael Flaugher of Beech Grove, and Dustin Johnson of Indianapolis.

Neil was preceded in death by his mother.

In 1990, Neil graduated from Morristown High School, he continued his education at Ivy Tech College.

He was the owner and operator of Marcum Flooring, installing commercial flooring for over 27 years.

Neil was an outstanding loving and devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, that loved life. He had a big heart, would help anyone and was the social butterfly of his family and friends.

He enjoyed all outdoor activities, including going fishing and hunting. Neil also enjoyed stock car racing. Other things that brought him enjoyment were going to the beach, remodeling and shopping for antiques. 

Neil also leaves behind his chickens, Roscoe, Rosa, Thelma, Penny and Henny; and his granddog, Duke.

A Gathering of Friends and Family will be from 5 to 7 pm, Monday, September 23, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 124 E. North St. in Morristown.

The Celebration of Neil’s life will be at 7 pm, Monday, at the funeral home, with Larry Avery officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 75856, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.

Online condolences may be shared with Neil’s family at www.freemanffamilyfuneralhomes.com.