Michael Marion Vaughn, 76, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, was called gently home by his Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Those who knew him can attest to his strong spirit, wry sense of humor, and valiant, years-long struggle with chronic illness.
He was born on July 29, 1948, in Princeton, Indiana, to Marion and Florence (Woods) Vaughn. He is now joyfully reunited with them as well as his brother, Mel Vaughn, sister-in-law, Shari; sister, Phyllis (Vaughn) Lagow and other loved ones, including Mike Hargrave and Rick Henson.
Mike graduated from Mount Carmel High School in 1966. He proudly served his country, joining the Marine Corps and serving in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970 and was honorably discharged in 1974. While in the Marines, he attended language school to learn Vietnamese. Upon his return to civilian life, he worked at Flintkote, then as a carpenter and roofer. Mike was very handy with tools and knew how to fix just about anything. He was a member of the V.F.W and the First General Baptist Church.
Mike is survived by brother-in-law, Jim (Judy) Lagow; nephews, Kip Lagow, Scott (Ronda) Lagow and Mike Lagow; nieces, Melinda (Vaughn) Henson and Cindy (Steve) Yonaka; many great-nieces and nephews. Beyond his family, Mike was also blessed with especially loving and supportive friends, Donnie Fiscus, George Timberlake, John A. Walter, and Rocky Wrye, who became good buddies with Mike during high school, or in some cases even before, and remained close to him throughout his life. He treasured those relationships and others, such as his caring and devoted pastor and friend, Gary Underwood, and another great pal, Timmy Weiss. He will be deeply missed by all these and more, including Jacob and Zachary Malcolm.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Gary Underwood officiating.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Mike’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Vaughn family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
