Obituary: Thomas Paul James Cogis, Indiana Truss Designer and Community Pastor, Dies at 71

Thomas Paul James Cogis, 71, passed away on July 26, 2026. Born in Rochester, Pennsylvania, he spent much of his adult life in Indiana, working as a truss designer and later serving as an associate pastor at Generations Church in Tipton. Cogis was active in the archaeological community, holding memberships in both the Indiana and Kentucky Archaeological Societies, and was known for his arrowhead collection. He is survived by his wife Linda, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, great‑grandchildren, and extended family. A visitation was held at Hartley‑Dunnichay Funeral Home in Cicero, followed by a funeral service officiated by Pastor Travis Morrisett.