James R. Quillen
March 25, 1945 ~ August 5, 2022
James R. Quillen
77 of Indianapolis, formerly of Mooresville, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2022, at his home. James was born on March 25, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Fredrick M. Quillen and Ruth (Walk) Quillen.
James was a graduate of Mooresville High School in 1963. He was instilled with a strong work ethic, remodeling homes, later obtained his real estate license to sell homes as well as founding Handicapable Camp. He was a member of the Mooresville Kiwanis and was a Boy Scout Leader for many years.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Charles F. Quillen and David L. Quillen.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews and good friend and care giver, Sheila (Nelson) Vidito.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate James’ life on Thursday, August 11th from 11am- 12noon at Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with memorial services beginning at 12noon Thursday in the funeral home.
Memorial contributions are encouraged to be made in James' memory to the Handicapable Camp, PO BOX 716 Plainfield, Indiana 46168.
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Mr Jim will be dearly missed in the Handicapable Camp community. He was always so kind and made me laugh. Camp won’t be the same without him. Thoughts and prayers to the family!
We are saddened by his passing… he will be sorely missed by many…. The Jennifer Quillen Shoup family
Norman and Pattie Patrum and Family
JQ was my neighbor, my scout master, and a man who had qualities to which I aspired. He was patient. JQ had the patience of Saul as he and others worked with my scout troop each week, during camporees, and summer camp. He was compassionate and caring. He allowed me, and so many others, the opportunity to interact with people of all abilities, which in turn allowed me to first see the person before seeing any difference. He was a servant. He used his own personal time in the service of others. Time is valuable, and he invested his time in others. He was fun and funny. He could always make me laugh; he always appeared happy. JQ could talk to anyone. He once struck up a conversation with a women in an elevator who turned out to be my cousin from Ohio. How does one, in a matter of seconds, in an elevator throw out that they are from Mooresville, Indiana? I would like to think that JQ, Jot, Harold, Paul L. and Paul B. are somewhere around a campfire enjoying themselves.
I am so thankful to have known Jim through Handicapable camp, where I was a counselor and then food coordinator for several years. It was a joy to volunteer at camp an see Jim’s enthusiasm and care for all attendees. The camp will continue as a tribute to his caring for disabled adults. He founded it and provided guidance through all these years. I pray for God’s comfort to Jim’s family and friends. *** Kathy Clendineng
Many Blessings to all that love you in this time of grief. Jim I pray your next journey is as wonderful as the first. Tom Mary and Riley Quillen
Well said Sam. Jim was a good giving man… and always left the campsite.. like he did with all his living, better than he found it.
May God bless the Quillen family and friends. The brothers are all together now and gave so much to our precious town. Such wonderful memories they have left us. Rest in peace. Jane (Bernard) Giannoulas
Jim introduced me to Bradford Woods many years ago. ❤️
I went to school with Jim graduated with him he was always the same mellow person involved with the Boy Scouts later years we reconnected at Bradford Woods he helped my daughter there so thankful for what he did rest in peace Jim.