Charles Melvin "Chuck" Followell, age 70, of Garrett, passed away February 25, 2023 at Parkview Dekalb Hospital in Auburn. Charles was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on April 23, 1952 to the late James Albert Followell and Patricia Ann (Gordon) Followell. Chuck graduated from Central High School in Fort Wayne. He honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. He married Jennifer Lynn Gerbers on October 20, 1973 in Payne, Ohio. Chuck was employed in the past as an independent maintenance contractor.
Survivors include:
Wife, Jenny Followell of Garrett.
Son, Chad Everett Followell of Garrett.
Grandchildren: Ben Swank of Auburn, Jayden Swank of Auburn, and Jordan Followell of Garrett.
Sister, Donna Biddle of Angola.
A memorial service with military honors will be held Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Reformed Baptist Church, 1020 West Ensley Avenue, Auburn, Indiana followed by a gathering of family and friends for 2:00 - 4:00 PM.
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