Kermit Timothy Harcourt

Kermit Timothy Harcourt, known to those who loved him simply as “Tim,” passed peacefully into the arms of God on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Major Hospital in Shelbyville, Indiana. He was 70 years old. Tim was born on March 9, 1955, in Alpena, Michigan, to his loving parents, Norma R. and Kermit E. Harcourt. He was raised in a home filled with love and faith, a foundation that would carry him through the many trials and triumphs of his life. A 1973 graduate of Rushville High School, Tim went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Tool and Die making from Vincennes University in 1975. He had a natural curiosity and skill for mechanics and engineering, especially when it came to things with engines. He had a passion for Mustangs, motorcycles—especially his Harley-Davidson—and he once rebuilt an entire Harley in his basement over the course of a single winter. Tim also had a gift for music, playing the piano by ear from a young age. He was a creative soul with a deep appreciation for the beauty of both sound and machinery. At 19, Tim was diagnosed with schizophrenia, beginning a lifelong journey with mental health challenges. In 2004, he suffered a major stroke, which further impacted his daily life. Despite these hardships, Tim lived with resilience and grace, greeting each day as a gift. He spent his later years at Waldron Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, where he was known for his warm smile and the joy he showed whenever family came to visit. Tim’s deep and abiding faith in God was the steady light of his life. That he passed on a Sunday morning feels fitting—a gentle homecoming for a soul who trusted in grace through all seasons of life. We take comfort in knowing that Tim is now whole, free, and at peace. And if heaven has Harleys, we know he's already riding. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Norma and Kermit Harcourt. Tim is survived by his brothers, Jerry Harcourt and Scott (Jennifer) Harcourt; his sister, Susan (Mike) Gray; his uncle, Larry VanBibber; nephews Aaron, Matthew, Kevin, and Bradley; nieces Kinsey and Courtney; along with several great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and extended family who loved him dearly. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 11 AM in the Moscow Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial donations be made to the Norma R. Harcourt School of Nursing Scholarship Fund at the Rushville Community Foundation, 117 N Main St. Rushville, IN 46173, or to a mental health organization of your choice. Soar, Tim, Soar. May you rest in peace and rise in glory, dear brother.

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Kermit Timothy Harcourt

March 9, 1955 - October 19, 2025