Donald Earl "Don" Layman's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Peru, Indiana

Donald Earl "Don" Layman

December 16, 1941 - August 6, 2025 (83 years old)

Peru, Indiana

Donald Earl "Don" Layman's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Peru, Indiana

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Donald Earl "Don" Layman

December 16, 1941 - August 6, 2025 (83 years old)

Peru, Indiana

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Donald Earl Layman Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on August 6, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Donald Earl Layman of Peru, Indiana. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Donald may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Emory Layman and Mary Marjorie Wilson; and his significant other Cindy Layman. He is survived by: his children, Alan E. Layman (Michelle) of Peru, IN, Eric A. Layman of Fishers, IN and Marcie L. Waters (Michael) of Lexington, KY; his grandson Timothy E. Layman of Peru, IN; and his brother Gene Layman (Janet) of Peru, IN..

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Calvary Church, Peru, Indiana.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Allen Funeral Home



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February 11, 2026

Loren M. Anderson lit a candle

“In loving memory of Donald Earl Layman, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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August 10, 2025

Donna Decker wrote a sympathy message

“Thoughts and prayers for Don's family. It was an honor to have worked with Don. I used to listen to him at SP Peru before I came to ISP. Thank you for your service and dedication. God bless you. Respectfully, Donna Quirk Decker”


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Aug 09

Visitation

Calvary Church
2908 W 200 N, Peru, IN 46970

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Aug 09

Celebration of life

Calvary Church
2908 W 200 N, Peru, IN 46970

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Aug 11

Burial

Marion National Cemetery
1700 E 38th St, Marion, IN 46953

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