BORN

1939

DIED

2016

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Beams Funeral Home

200 W Toledo St

Fremont, Indiana

Lynn Champion Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 7, 2016.

Lynn J. Champion, age 77, of Fremont, Indiana, passed away at his home, on Saturday, November 5, 2016.

Lynn was born on October 12, 1939 in Fremont, Indiana, the son of John and Marjorie (Wells) Champion.

He graduated from Fremont High School in 1958, and served in the United States Navy from 1958 until 1962. He retired from Moore Business Forms in Angola in 1999, after 34 years of service.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, and gardening. He attended Sonlight Community Church, Angola, Indiana. He was a member of the Orland American Legion Post # 423, the National Wild Turkey Federation, the NRA, and the Fremont Moose Lodge.

Lynn married Yolene Hope "Mickie" Rinehart on November 8, 1963, in Angola, Indiana.

Survivors include his wife, Mickie Champion of Fremont, Indiana, a son, Christopher "Chris" Champion of Stevensville, Michigan, a grand-daughter, Morgan Champion of St. Joseph, Michigan, a sister, Anna Walters of Angola, Indiana, three brothers, Richard "Dick" (Jeanette) Champion of Fremont, Indiana, Dale (Diane) Champion of Angola, Indiana, Thomas (Connie) Champion of Fremont, Indiana, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother-in-law, Darrell Walters.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1-4 pm Sunday, November 20, 2016 at the Fremont Moose Lodge.

Memorials are to Cameron Hospice.

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January 28, 2017

jonathan agudo

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. It is heartbreaking for someone to leave us in death. Please find peace and comfort in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.
~ 1 Peter 5:6, 7

November 21, 2016

Bud Norton

Dale and the whole Champion clan, my best thoughts and wishes are with you all.

I remember Lynn from our earlier years.

Bud

November 19, 2016

Don Rinehart

Mickey, sorry about Lynn I enjoyed working with him at Moore

November 15, 2016

I was sadden to hear about the loss to your family. I have found much comfort in the promises found at Psalm 102:17. May you find comfort and hope in the promises in God's word as well.

November 9, 2016

Derek Craig

My thoughts and prayers are with Chris, Mickie, and the entire Champion family. Lynn was an awesome man. When all of us were teenagers, Lynn always welcomed us in their home. As an adult, I enjoyed every time that I would cross paths with Lynn and the opportunity to swap hunting stories. Lynn was one of the "good guys". Heaven is a better place today with Lynn there.

November 9, 2016

LeAnn Boots

Chris, I am really sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your dad and what an influence he had on your life. We will truly miss him. I love your family and will continue to pray for your peace.

November 8, 2016

Pati Pierce-Miller

I went to school with Lynn (1958). To Dale and Tom, I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are for the family

November 8, 2016

Carrie Murden

R.I.P. Lynn.
Dear Mickie,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man, always made me laugh when I saw you guys. You have always been in my heart as great friends. Love you always
Carrie Fraley Murden

November 8, 2016

Phillip Sherburne

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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