James Edward Achgill

James E. Achgill (age 88) of Zionsville died April 14, 2019. He was born on January 14, 1931 to Edwin and Mary Dowdell Achgill. A 1948 graduate of Cathedral High School, he attended Purdue University. In 1990 he retired from Allison Gas Turbine after 41 years. He volunteered at St. Vincent’s Hospital for 20 years. Mr. Achgill served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

A gentle man with a kind heart and a twinkle in his eye, Jim enjoyed square dancing, cheering for the Colts and Cubs, playing euchre and traveling with his many friends. He was a loving husband, devoted father and wonderful grandfather.

Jim will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Lucy L Achgill; children, Dennis Achgill (Helene) and Debra Winterrowd, and grandchildren: Bradley Winterrowd, Stacey Winterrowd (Sister Mary Xavier), Justin Winterrowd, Christian Achgill, Madeleine Achgill, Isabelle Achgill, Nathaniel Achgill and Eleanor Achgill. His sister Jean M. Landry preceded him in death as well as son Glenn E. Achgill and grandson Colin J. Achgill.

Visitation will be at Flanner Buchanan-Zionsville on Monday April 22 from 4-7pm. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Zionsville at 11am with viewing at 10am. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.