John Marion Bingham

John Marion Bingham, 93, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and retiree from Philip Morris International in Louisville. John was a member of Graceland Baptist Church for over 65 years. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed working the daily crossword puzzle and looked forward to outings with his family.

He was born on April 27, 1931 in Green River, Wyoming to Cecil and Necy (Braden) Bingham. Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his first wife, Catherine; and six siblings.

John is survived by his wife of 41 years, Olive (Secrest) Bingham; step-children, Charlene Caufield (Michael), Douglas Luther (Annette); grandchildren, Patrick Caufield, Heather Benjamin (Jason), Amanda Forest, Eric Adams; great-grandchildren, Mercedes, Parker, Alex; and great-grand-granddaughter, Chloe.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany) with his funeral service taking place at 1:00 p.m. Entombment with military honors will follow at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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