Ellen Batten Dickinson

Ellen Batten Dickinson, 81, Mooresville, passed away on May 31, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Dickinson, her brother, Alfred Batten and her parents, Robbie and Hollie Batten. Her surviving family includes her sister, Bessie Hudgins, and her children, Deb (Garry) Gregory of Louisville, Colorado, Lisa (Stuart) Lawrence of Carmel, Sandy Miller of Indianapolis, and Rob Dickinson (Jeff Watt) of Indianapolis. Grandchildren include Hollie Holland (Aaron) of Lawrence; Allen Miller (Nakia Rhinehart) of Indianapolis; Katie Darby (Keenan) of Indianapolis; Daniel Lawrence of Indianapolis; and Michael and Ellen Gregory of Louisville, Colorado and five great-grandchildren.

Ellen was a registered nurse, and served in the United States Air Force. She worked as a surgical intensive care nurse at Veteran’s Hospital in Indianapolis until retirement, and worked at Kendrick Hospital in Mooresville. During retirement, she volunteered for Meals on Wheels and Hospice and enjoyed a quilting circle for several years. She was a member of First Christian Church in Mooresville.

She loved her family and was passionate about reading and gardening.

In accordance with Ellen’s wishes, no services are planned. The family will celebrate her life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Wheeler Mission Ministries, 205 E. New York St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry. Arrangements are being handled by Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville.