William Lyle Max DeRossett

William “Max” DeRossett, age 88, of Windfall, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 10, 2021. William was born on December 6, 1932 in Albany, Kentucky to his parents, Pleaz & Myrtle (Clark) DeRossett.  Shortly after Max was born his father passed away.  He was very blessed to be raised by the only father he ever knew, Ermon Guffey.

Max married Aileen Kennedy on December 31, 1952 in Albany, Kentucky.  They shared 60 years of marriage before she passed away on November 22, 2013.  They raised five wonderful children together.

In his early years, Max worked construction with his Grandpa Clark and Dan Troy in Kokomo, Indiana.  He retired from Excello in Elwood, Indiana after 17 years.  He was lovingly referred to as Gomer Pyle by his work buddies. 

Max’s faith played a very significant role in his life.  He was devoted to his church and never missed a weekly service.  Max taught his children that the Lord was incredibly important; something that they all carry to them to this day!   

Max loved to go on trips with his mother.  A favorite trip of his was when they would go to baseball games.  His family traveled all over the United States and were able to make so many memories.  Max always enjoyed spending time with his brothers, they remained close their entire lives. 

Those left to carry on Max’s legacy of love are his Children, Kathy (Jeff) Whaley, Patty Mooney, Mark DeRossett, Tim DeRossett, Shawn DeRossett; Brothers, Jim (Viola) Guffey, Granville (Lorie) Guffey; Grandchildren, Christopher Michael Asher, Jason (Gayle) Asher, Heather (Dean) Harmon, Jeff Whaley II, Jennifer VanWhey, Amie Norton, April Liethe, Allyssa DeRossett, Chloe DeRossett, Kelsey, Aron DeRossett, Noah DeRossett, Nathan DeRossett; Great Grandchildren, Kym (Austin) Cross, Donnie Lamberson, Christopher Asher ll, Lilly Asher, Jaycee Asher; Great-Great Grandchildren, Phoenix Cross and Aurora Cross. 

Max was welcomed into Heaven by his Parents, Myrtle & Ermon Guffey, biological father, Pleaz DeRossett; Wife, Aileen DeRossett; and Sister, Charlene Helvey.

A funeral service celebrating Max’s life will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 1:00pm at Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, located at 314 N Main St in Tipton, with Pastor Toby Smith officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be held prior to the service from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the funeral home.  Committal to take place at Brookside Cemetery.

Please feel free to leave an online condolence or share a special memory of Max with his family on his tribute wall.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, Tipton, Indiana is honored to care for the DeRossett Family during their time of need.

Proper wearing of masks or face coverings as well as social distancing will be required at the funeral home and cemetery.

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