John Michael Tarbutton, 57, of Fishers, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2012 in Fishers. He was born on September 22, 1954 to James and Sue (Gorham) Tarbutton in Columbus, Ohio.
In addition to taking care of his household, John enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and cooking. He was a member of Carmel Lutheran Church and enjoyed doing mission work.
Along with his mother, Sue Tarbutton, he is survived by his wife, Eileen Tarbutton; five children: Samuel, Michael (Laura), Lauren, Colleen, and Jenny; four brothers: Jeff (Renee), Steve (Kay), Tom (Cristy), and Todd (Lisa); plus a sister, Christy (Joel) Proegler.
In addition to his father, James Tarbutton; he was preceded in death by a brother, Scott Tarbutton.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, with visitation one hour prior to the service at Carmel Lutheran Church, 4850 East Main Street, Carmel; with Pastor Jack Gilbert and Pastor Daniel Schumm officiating. Visitation will be Monday, March 12, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Randall and Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers. Burial will be at Gravel Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Movers International, 2550 Post Oak Drive, Corinth, TX 76210. Mountain Movers International serves in those places where there is war or where it is illegal to be a Christian. They have served drilling water wells, building medical clinics, and starting businesses; all for the purpose of expanding God's kingdom. You could also contribute to Missions International of America, 103 Wentworth Court, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. The goal of Missions International of America is to provide medical care, education, micro economy, and basic supplies to the people of Haiti.