Donald Lee Tomlinson
Last Updated on February 4, 2026 by Cass County Communication Network
Donald Lee Tomlinson, 93 of Logansport, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in the intensive care unit of Parkview Logansport.
Born May 30, 1932, in Cass County, he was the son of the late Henry and Thelma (Cotner) Tomlinson.
He married the love of his life, Margaret Loretta Rowe and together they built a wonderful life. She preceded him in death.
A proud 1950 graduate of Logansport High School, he answered the call to serve his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant, he earned commendations that reflected the dedication and integrity he carried throughout his life.
Don retired from Logan Machine where he had worked as a machinist.
He was a devoted member of the Yorktown Church of Christ and lived his life caring for others. He never had a bad word to say about anyone. With a heart of gold, he would do anything for anybody. Throughout his life, he endured profound losses – his wife, his children, and two grandchildren – yet he continued to praise God even in the hardest moments. Those trials only deepened his compassion and strengthened his belief that life is precious. Don rode the Cass Transit bus every day and was loved for his cheerful, friendly nature. He was a giver – always having food, hats, and gloves for those in need.
He is survived by his granddaughters-in-law, Jessica Cline and Heather Foster (Jordon Foster); great-grandchildren: Cameron Lee Foster, Ameah M. Foster, Leviathan Tomlinson, Ariana Moore and Maylee Foster.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Judy Ann Tomlinson; son, Gregory Tomlinson; grandsons, Shawn Tomlinson and Nicholas Lee Tomlinson; one brother, Arthur William Tomlinson; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Mary (Martin) and Earl Rowe.
A Memorial Service celebrating Don’s life will held at 7 p.m. Friday, February 20 in the Yorktown Church of Christ with Pastor Mark Racop officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the U.S. Air Force honor unit and the Cass County Honor Guard at the start of Don’s visitation at 6 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Crooked Creek Christian Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Don’s memory to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
You may share memories, photos and words of comfort with his family on Don’s Tribute Wall at www.fisherfuneralchapel.com