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Robert “Gene” Eugene Pearson

February 1, 1926 - January 19, 2021

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Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
Friday 1/22, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
Saturday 1/23, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
Friday 1/22, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
Saturday 1/23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Robert Eugene “Gene” Pearson, 94, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on January 19, 2021 with his family by his side. Gene was a WW II Navy Veteran and owner of Pearson’s Barber Shop in Seymour where he worked for 63 years.
He was born in 1926, in Houston, Indiana, to the late Roy Pearson and Mabel (Mitchell) Pearson.
Gene married the love of his life Irma Constant in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1949.
Gene was a member of Central Christian Church in Seymour. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #146 and the American Legion Post 89 in Seymour. Gene loved taking trips with his family to Florida, Hula-Hooping, fishing with his family and friends, spending time in the whirlpool and riding his scooter around the community.
He is survived by his wife Irma, children Robin (Bill) Everhart and Cathy Cherry, grandchildren, Chris Buffo, Craig (Lisa) Buffo, Curt Buffo, T.R. (Brittani) Montgomery, and Blake Everhart; great-grandchildren Zerek Buffo, Skylar Buffo, Dascha Buffo, Dara Buffo, Dahkota (Raina) Amburgey, Cole Benton, Zoie Benton, and great-great-grandchild Ava Amburgey.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Debbie Buffo, grandson Benjamin Garrett Everhart, sister Thelma Prewitt, brothers Chandler Pearson, Ray Pearson, J.C. Pearson, Francis Pearson, Lawrence Pearson, Dorance Pearson, and Marvin Pearson.
Friends may call on Friday, January 22, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Central Christian Church with a Masonic Service at 7 P.M. to follow.
Funeral Services will be conducted by Voss & Sons Funeral Service at Central Christian Church on Saturday at 1 P.M. Friends may call from 12 until time of service.
Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery in Seymour with full military graveside rites conducted by VFW Post 1925, American Legion Post 89, Disabled Veterans 47, Korean and Vietnam Veterans, all of Seymour.
All arrangements are entrusted to Voss & Sons Funeral Service in Seymour.
The family appreciates all the prayers and concern for them in this time of loss. Gene will be missed by many friends in the community. Cards and notes of condolence will be most welcome.
The family requests memorials may be made in Gene’s name in care of Voss & Sons Funeral Service to Central Christian Church or the Benjamin Everhart Memorial Scholarship.
Please visit the funeral home website at https://www.vossfuneralservice.com to leave condolences to the family.

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1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
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Friday 1/22, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
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Saturday 1/23, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
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Friday 1/22, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Central Christian Church
1434 W 2nd St
Seymour, IN 47274
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Saturday 1/23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Robert Eugene “Gene” Pearson, 94, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on January 19, 2021 with his family by his side. Gene was a WW II Navy Veteran and owner of Pearson’s Barber Shop in Seymour where he worked for 63 years. He was born in 1926, in Houston, Indiana, to the late Roy Pearson andContinue Reading

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Joni Zabel left a message on January 23, 2021:
Irma, Robin, Cathy, and family, I am so sorry for your loss, and I am praying the Lord comforts you with His love during this time and in the days ahead. Love, Joni & family
Pam Hauersperger left a message on January 23, 2021:
Irma Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Mark & Pam Hauersperger
Tina Pearson left a message on January 21, 2021:
Gene was a kind man always had a smile on his face and he loved his sports and he loved God, he love going to church with Irma and he loved his children, he will be truly missed
R Michael Stein left a message on January 20, 2021:
I was fortunate to meet Gene when I started barbering in Seymour around 1967. I believe all the local shops in Seymour and some from Columbus at that time belonged to the international barber's union. I met Gene during our monthly business meetings. Later, I worked with Gene in his barber shop for a brief period and got to know him even better. Gene was always a pleasant man and fun to be around, a real gentleman. Your family are in my prayers. Michael Stein
Janice Brock left a message on January 20, 2021:
Gene was a dear man who will be truly missed by many. One of my favorite thoughts about Gene in recent years is the fact that he drove faster than me as he was coming to church. Many times police are stationed at the high school to catch speeders on Community Drive; I always worried that Gene might get stopped. But God truly was his copilot on those trips. And his smile was always great to see. My prayers are with the entire family as I know there will be a great void in their lives. Gene is enjoying the presence of God, however; and enjoying time with loved ones there. God bless each of you!
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NIcholas & Andri Kalchik left a message on January 20, 2021:
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Rick & Dorothy Bailey left a message on January 20, 2021:
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Melissa Newkirk left a message on January 20, 2021:
To the Pearson family, We are so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Dave & Missy Newkirk
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