Malcom Dubbs

Malcolm "Mac" Edward Dubbs, Jr., 72, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away peacefully at his home and entered his heavenly home on May 4, 2020. He was born on October 24, 1947 the son of Malcolm Edward Dubbs, Sr. and Thama Lou (Dallas) Dubbs in Wayne County; Richmond, Indiana.On August 31, 1969, Malcolm married the love of his life, Ruth Rachel (Wandersee) Dubbs. They were blessed to have spent over 50 years journeying through life together.During his youth Malcolm inherited from his father the love of the outdoors and being in nature. He grew to love the sports of fishing, hunting, and along with camping. He passed the love of fishing and hunting on to his son, grandson, and granddaughter. Scouting was also a big part of his life. He was a cub, boy, and explorer scout. He continued the tradition of scouting with his son for many years.Malcolm was a graduate of Richmond Senior High School in the class of 1966. He continued his postsecondary education at Indiana University in Bloomington. In the spring of 1971, he graduated with his bachelor's in secondary science education. He then earned his master's degree in education from IU plus several more graduate hours.In August of 1972, Malcolm began his teaching and coaching careers at North Knox High School in Knox County where he taught and coached for 40 years before retiring. He loved teaching and loved his students. He always called them his other kids. He coached high school football, wrestling, baseball, and track. For many years, he coached his son and daughter in summer league baseball and softball. Malcolm also umpired many summer league games throughout Knox County. Malcolm was also a licensed IHSAA official in football, wrestling, baseball, and softball. He was very passionate about knowing the rules and being a fair official. Malcolm was a life member of BASS and NRA. He also was a member of Indiana University Alumni, Bicknell Elks, Indiana State Teacher's Association, Knox County Retired Teachers, Emmaus 4th Day, Dogwood Bassmasters, Southwest Indiana Officials Association, and an active member of Vincennes First Baptist Church.Malcolm lived his life to the fullest, never meeting a stranger, and was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Survivors are his wife, his children Malcolm Edward Dubbs III and daughter-in-law, Kellie; daughter, Macala Ruth Dubbs; Grandchildren, Tristen Kellie Dubbs and Trinity Rachel Dubbs; brother, Phillip Dubbs (Janet); Brother-in-laws, Daniel Wandersee (Earlene), Walter Wandersee (Denay); Sister-in-laws, Belinda Fortunato (Fred) and Teresa Wandersee. Nephews, Eric Wandersee (Jennifer), Andrew Wandersee (Shanna), Kaidan Wandersee, Scott Dubbs (Annie), Frank Fortunato (Amanda), and Joseph Fortunato (Jacki) and Niece, Gina Fortunato Marlar (Matt). Other survivors include his goddaughters, Shelley Lamb and Cathy Melvin, several aunts, uncles, cousins, great nephews, and great nieces.Preceding Malcolm in death were his parents; mother-in-law, Rachie Rose (Ellis) Wandersee Eby; Father-in-law, Walter Theodore Wandersee; paternal grandparents, Ward and Edith (Stratton) Dubbs; maternal grandparents Frank, Sr. and Marjory (Eliason) Dallas; his Aunt Elaine Dallas; and his uncle and aunt Frank, Jr. and Doris Dallas.A public drive thru visitation will be held Monday, May 11, 2020 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 2620 Wabash Ave. in Vincennes. Private graveside services will follow in the Bethel Cemetery with John McClure officiating. Anyone wanting to watch the service can do so on Goodwin Funeral Home Facebook page and will be notified when it goes live. On line memories may be shared with Mac's family and friends at www.goodwinsieversfh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Malcolm "Mac" Edward Dubbs Jr. Scholarship Fund.