John B. Tombaugh 82, Rochester, passed away at 4:05 P.M. Monday, April 15, 2024 at the Center for Hospice Care-Raclin House, Mishawaka, Indiana.

He was born on January 16, 1942 in Rochester, Indiana, the son of Wendell C. and Jean (Cragun) Tombaugh. John graduated from Rochester High School and served with the United States Army during the early 1960’s.

John had worked professionally as Tower Climber, constructing towers and refurbishing towers. John enjoyed model building, military memorabilia and coin collecting. John’s dedication toward history led him to create a museum at his residence called the Tombaugh Research Center. The Tombaugh Research Center is now part of the Fulton County Historical Society.

Survivors include close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Private interment will take place at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Historical Society. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com