John Michael Organ passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026, with Peggy and his beloved Boston terrier Dottie close by.
Mike, as those closest to him called him, lived his life on his own terms and never met a stranger.
Mike was born September 19, 1956, to John D. Organ and Shirley Dehls. He was the oldest of four children: Diane Goldsboro, Scott Organ, and Janet Organ Wyant. Mike graduated from Vincennes Lincoln High School in 1975.
Mike retired from the family business, Organ Battery & Electric, after many years of dedicated service. He then operated his own golf cart service and repair business, Otec, until his illness.
Mike was a man of many talents. He obtained his cosmetology license and cut and styled hair for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, fixing up golf carts, gardening, and visiting with his grandchildren. Giving tickles as a greeting was one of their favorite things.
Mike had many, many friends and acquaintances from all walks of life. There are too many to list here, as well as what they meant to him, but know that he loved you all very, very much.
On any given weekend in the warmer months, you could find Mike and at least one of his cars in a parade somewhere in the tri-state for the Shriners. Speaking of the Shriners, Mike is a 25-year member of Masonic Lodge 1, Vincennes, Indiana. He just received his 25-year Shriners pin, celebrating 25 years of membership in the Knox County Shrine Club and Hadi Temple in Evansville. He was the two-time past president of the Knox County Shrine Club and was a member of the Knox County Shrine and Hadi Motor Patrol Club. He was also a member of the Indianapolis 500 car club.
In 2000, Mike met the yin to his Yang, Peggy Sedgwick. While they enjoy the simplicities of life, such as date nights out, quiet dinners at home, family gathering, shrine functions, and trips. They also enjoyed each other’s company and companionship.
Mike is survived by his life partner of 26 years Peggy Sedgwick, his son Troy (Trisha) Vincennes Indiana,step daughters Beth (Ryan) of Jasper Indiana, Mary Ellen, (Banks) of Fort branch Indiana and Abby (Jason ) of Newburgh, Indiana grandchildren Taylee, Tori, Piper, Paisley, Matthew, Anderson, Elizabeth, Nolan, Beckett, Levi, and Bryce. Siblings Diane (Dean)Goldsboro, Scott (Sherry) Organ, Janet (David) Wyant, three nephews, and two nieces.
Mike was preceded in death by grandson Keegan T. Chupp, father John Organ, and mother Shirley (Gene)Dehls.
Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Vincennes Chapel, has been entrusted with the final care for Mike. Mike has requested no services or celebrations. The family is honoring his request. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to the Knox County Shriners Club. Online condolences and fond memories may be made at www.fredrickandson.com. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Vincennes Chapel, is honored to be entrusted with Mike’s arrangements.
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