Wanita E. Clem
July 16, 1925 ~ August 7, 2017
Wanita E. Clem, 92, of Mooresville, passed away Monday, August 7, 2017 at Indiana University Hospital West in Avon. Born July 16, 1925, Wanita was the daughter of the late Silas W. and Dorothy (Aber) Earles. On April 22, 1945 she was united in marriage to her loving husband, James I. Clem, Jr. and he preceded her in death on May 8, 1990.
Wanita was a homemaker and a member of Kingsway Christian Church in Avon. She was known to be an excellent seamstress, but also enjoyed reading and knitting. A loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, Wanita’s memory will be cherished by her loving family.
She was also preceded in death by her sister, Jacqueline LaVette.
Survivors include her son, Thomas B. (Linda D.) Clem of Mooresville; daughter, Dorothy Clem of Plainfield; her brother, Claude Earles of Brownsburg; her granddaughter, Stephanie (Steven) Leep; and her great grandson, Austin Alan Leep.
Funeral services for Wanita were held privately. She will be laid to rest next to James at the Mooresville Cemetery at a later date. Final care and cremation arrangements are entrusted to the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory in Mooresville. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com where you may share online condolences with Wanita’s family.
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Dorothy, I’m so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Prayers for you and your family as you face the coming days and weeks as you adjust to life without her. Sincerely, Anne Butler Reach
Your mother was such a sweet lady and neighbor. Our most sincere sympathy at this time of loss, along with prayers of comfort. Sincerely, Monica (Free) Miller
I am going to miss seeing your happy face every time I go up to the house. You were such a loving caring grandmother and I am truely blessed to have been accepted by you. You were among the greatest grandmothers I had!!! Your gentle words your talent in many areas and your Christian values are just a few I will remember always. I could write forever about the things I remember. You have a special place in my heart for ever!!! Rest in peace Mimi!!! I love you!!!
Tom,
Carol and I were very sorry to here of your mothers passing. We were just saying a few days ago that we had not seen you for a long time. Your Mother and Father were also very good to our family and she will be missed. She is in a better place.
Carol and Ron Griffith
Dorothy,
I am so sorry you lost your mom. I hope your memories of her bring you comfort in your sorrow.
Melody
Dorothy, you have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Moms are such special people. Hold your memories of her close to your heart. Love, Sylvia