David Frederick Indrutz

The family of David F. Indrutz is deeply saddened to announce that David passed away at home on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the age of 60, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. David was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on February 4, 1966, to Larry J. Indrutz, Sr. and Barbara J. (Newcom) Indrutz, the fifth of their six children.

Born with Down syndrome, David benefited from Bona Vista Program’s therapies in his early years and earned his special education diploma through Kokomo School Corporation. After graduating, he worked full-time in Bona Vista’s sheltered workshop. At the age of 36, David moved into a Bona Vista group home (Almquist), where he resided for 23 years. Though he lived in the group home, his family always advocated for his health, safety, and well-being. In February 2025, David relocated to Kentucky to enjoy retirement with his niece, Julie Magnett, who became his unwavering full-time caregiver. In the last several months of his life, Julie and Troy made it possible for their Uncle Ham to relish the same peaceful country living he knew as a child growing up in Russiaville, Indiana.

David enjoyed life in his 60 years, including travel (to Kentucky, Daytona Beach, Myrtle Beach, Denver, St. Louis, and Nashville), music and concerts, WWE Smackdown, Harry Potter movies, his favorite classic television shows, bacon cheeseburgers, fishing, casinos, Special Olympics (he won several medals at the Indiana state games), bowling, and friendships. He especially looked forward to his birthday every year, all year, and, above all, David loved his money. He also had the thrill of meeting singer Carrie Underwood, as well as Kimberly Schlapman from the band Little Big Town. His favorite songs were “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson and “If I Didn’t Love You” by Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean. He was also a big fan of the Dukes of Hazzard and Michael Jackson.

David is survived by his oldest brother, Larry J. Indrutz, Jr. (Sharon); younger sister, Janice Indrutz; brother-in-law, Kenneth Magnett; niece Julie Magnett (Troy Vandevender), with whom he resided; nieces Kathryn (Aaron) Crist and Monique Spikermans; nephews Brian (Leah) Magnett, Matthew Indrutz, Alexander J. (Rachelle) Indrutz, and Kirk (Petra) Creviston; great-nephew Nathan Wyant; 12 more great-nieces and great-nephews; and many cousins.

David was predeceased by his parents, Larry and Barbara Indrutz; older sister, Lenora Magnett; older brothers, Gregory Indrutz and Michael Indrutz; great-niece, Ashley J. Wyant; paternal grandparents, John and Lena Indrutz; maternal grandparents, Jesse Earl and Margaret Newcom; uncles John Indrutz, Jesse Earl Newcom, Jr., and Jerry Newcom; and aunts Flora Indrutz, Eileen Beahrs, Patricia Baker, and Mary Lou Irwin.

The family has gained new members in Melissa Walton and Charlene Robinson, who cared for David in his group home and continued to visit and care for him after he retired, and Beth Armstrong, who also loved and cared about David. The family is truly grateful to the Hosparus Health hospice team for their compassionate care and guidance, Gilbert Funeral Home of Marion, Kentucky, and Ellers Mortuary.

A visitation for David will be held on Thursday, June 25, at Ellers Mortuary Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM. Beth Mattingly, a close friend of the family, will officiate. Following the service, David will be laid to rest in Crown Point Cemetery with his family. Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics of Howard County.