Jon K. Arbuckle , age 69 of Elwood, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief battle with cancer.  He was born September 9, 1952 in Elwood, the son of Ralph C. and Martha J. (Tubbs) Arbuckle.  Jon was a 1971 graduate of Frankton High School.  He owned and operated Jon's Transmissions for 25 years until he retired in 2019.  Jon loved to work on cars and was an exceptionally skilled mechanic.  His favorite car was his 1957 Chevy, and he especially liked to race cars at the drag strip.  He also enjoyed golfing, watching football, and formerly coaching baseball.  Jon had a favorite chair on his porch, and he liked nothing more than just sitting and being outside.  He cared about all animals, but he had a very special dog named "Sadie" who he loved taking on regular walks.  Jon truly valued his family and always made himself available to them when needed.  He will be remembered as a dedicated father who loved his family more than anything in the world.

Jon's family includes 2 sons, Eric J. Arbuckle of Elwood and Dustin L. Arbuckle of Elwood; 2 brothers, Kent (wife Judy) Arbuckle of Frankton and Marshall T. Arbuckle of Cowan; 1 granddaughter, Savannah Arbuckle; a step-son, Thomas shanahan of Bluffton, SC; 2 step-grandchildren, Nicholai Vincent and Noah Parks; special friend, Louisa LaMantia of Vermont; former wife and mother of his children, Rose Davis of Marion; friend and caregiver, Amy Clark of Elwood; best friends, Jeff Rice of Anderson, Jim Sites of Elwood, and Nathan Hollingsworth of Alexandria; and several nieces and nephews.  Jon was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kamie Arbuckle; and brother, Stephen C. Arbuckle.

A memorial service celebrating Jon's life will be conducted at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood with Pastor Katrina Arbuckle officiating.  Visitation for family and friends will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 pm on Tuesday prior to the service at the funeral home.   Jon's wishes were to be cremated.  Health precautions for the safety of the family and all visitors are much appreciated.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Elwood Animal Shelter through the funeral home.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.copherfeslermay.com.