Michael Ford

Michael C. Ford, 73, died Sunday, May 4, 2025 at his Fairmount residence after an extended illness.

Michael was born in Connersville, Indiana, son of the late Ray and Bess Alice (Morris) Ford. Michael was a handyman by trade.

Michael "Mike" Curtis Ford, born on February 2nd, 1952, passed away at age 73 surrounded by family on Sunday, May 4th at 3:30pm.

Mike had the best personality and sense of humor; he brought joy to everyone around him. Mike enjoyed spending time with his loving partner of 20 years, Angela Ellis. Together they had a four-legged best friend, Baby, who he leaves behind.

Mike enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and keeping up with his children and grandchildren. Mike enjoyed a good NASCAR race and watching the Buffalo Bills and the Indianapolis Colts during football season, often you would hear him yelling encouragements to the television showing his support or offering a few pointers to those on the field. He enjoyed listening to music, especially AC/DC.

Mike has been a member of the Fairmount Civil Defense since 2020 and has met some amazing friends in that time including Fred Gerstoff, who has become more like family.

Mike leaves behind his life partner, Angela Ellis (Fairmount), 4 children: Michael Curtis Ford Jr (New York), David Lee Ford (Kentucky), Tanika Ford (Texas), and Joshua Paul Ford (Florida) Sister: Sharon Barnes (Ohio) Angela's children, Samantha Voland (Gas City), David Booher (Jordan Hayes) (Marion) and 8 grandchildren: Dylan Ford, Faith Hudson, Chance Ford, Hadleigh (Lillie) Brown, Evan Booher, Collin Booher, Caleb Voland, and Sophie Voland.

Mike was proceeded in death by his mother, father, Henry Ford (brother) and Theresa Barnes (granddaughter)

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 S. Main Street, Fairmount, Indiana. There will be no services,

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com