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Mr. Leslie Hylton Shrake

Mr. Leslie Hylton Shrake

Jan 8, 2023

Leslie Hylton Shrake

93, of Mooresville, passed away on January 8, 2023, at Meadow Lakes in Mooresville. Leslie was born on April 11, 1929 at home in Mooresville, Indiana to the late Paul Jay Shrake and Hazel (Pascoe) Shrake.

Leslie was a machinist and consultant for Best Lock and owner of Indy Lock for many years. Grounded in his faith, he...

Wesley  Simpson  Harris, III

Wesley Simpson Harris, III

Jan 8, 2023

Wesley Simpson Harris, III, Martinsville, passed away January 8, 2023, after a lengthy battle with kidney failure. Mr. Harris was born December 7, 1946, in Vincennes, Indiana, to the late Wesley Simpson Harris, Jr. and Edith (Foreman) Harris. He married Erika (Keil) Harris on December 19, 1970, and she survives.

Wesley attended school in Bicknell until the family moved to Indianapolis...

Larry  Atwood

Larry Atwood

Jan 6, 2023

Lawrence D. “Larry” Atwood, 61, Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home January 6, 2023. Larry was born December 23, 1961, in Indianapolis, to the late Harold Atwood and Judy (Mynatt) Atwood, who survives.

Larry attended Mooresville High School and was a talented carpenter for most of his working life. He was a member of the Local Union 301. Larry enjoyed fishing...

Rachel Irene Gray

Rachel Irene Gray

Jan 2, 2023

Rachel Irene Gray, 100, of Mooresville, passed away on January 2, 2023, in her home. Rachel was born in Cedar Grove, Tennessee, to the late Oscar & Cindy Gateley. Rachel was the co-owner of Dog-n-Suds for many years and only retired at the age of 84 years old. Rachel was a member of Kappa Delta Phi Sorority and a member...

Frederick  H.  Cordes

Frederick H. Cordes

Jan 2, 2023

Frederick H. Cordes, 75, longtime Mooresville resident, passed away peacefully at home January 2, 2023. Fred was born April 21, 1947, in Indianapolis, to the late Henry F. and Mildred (Gadberry) Cordes. He married Alice (Butler) Cordes on June 27, 1970, and she survives.

Fred graduated from Plainfield High School in 1965 and proudly served in the United States Army during...

Marilyn K. Kirk

Marilyn K. Kirk

Jan 1, 2023

Marilyn Kay Kirk, 76, of Martinsville, passed away on January 1, 2023. Marilyn was born in Indianapolis on Valentine’s Day, 1946, to the late Charles & Rosalind McDonald. Marilyn was a graduate of Arsenal Tech High School in Indianapolis. She loved QVC and seemed to always have a least a box or two on the porch. She enjoyed watching Dancing...

Robert  Joseph  Woods

Robert Joseph Woods

Dec 27, 2022

Robert Joseph Woods, 60, Fishers, formerly of Mooresville, passed away on December 27, 2022. He was born January 30, 1962, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert Woods and Janet (Anderson) Woods, who survives.

Bob grew up in Indianapolis and was a graduate of Roncalli High School, where he excelled as a football player. He went on to attend Ball State University...

Asher Ray Carpenter

Asher Ray Carpenter

Dec 27, 2022

Asher Ray Carpenter

Infant son of Lilly Kelso and Adam Carpenter, passed away on December 27, 2022, at home.

Even though his life was brief, Asher left a lasting impression on his family.

In addition to his mother and father, Asher’s memory will be cherished by his big brother Ayden Carpenter, his grandparents Johnna Kelso, James Carpenter, Danielle Carpenter, his aunts Faith Kelso,...

Debora E. "Debbie" Graham

Debora E. "Debbie" Graham

Dec 26, 2022

Debora E. “Debbie” Graham, 67, Mooresville, passed away December 26, 2022. Debbie was born July 21, 1955, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert Eugene  Lakin and Norma Eileen (Hughes) Lakin, who survives.

Debbie graduated from Northwest High School. A licensed real estate agent, she has been employed with Carpenter Realtors in Mooresville for 25 years. Debbie was a member of New...

Nina J. Cash

Nina J. Cash

Dec 25, 2022

Nina J. Cash, 87, of Martinsville passed away on December 25, 2022. Nina was born in Plano, Indiana to the late Raymond & Toletha Fletcher on August 12, 1935. Nina grew up in her grandparent's home with her mom and siblings. She always had great memories of their home. Nina worked for Indiana Bell for a short time and also...

Mary Jane Sievers

Mary Jane Sievers

Dec 24, 2022

Mary Jane Sievers

84, of Martinsville, passed away on December 24, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. Mary Jane was born on June 26, 1938, in Vincennes, Indiana to the late Lester Sievers and Mary Ann (Hess) Sievers.

Mary Jane entered the Daughters of Charity on September 1958 at Marillac Provincial House, St. Louis, MO where she trained as a nurse...

Ethel L. Higgins

Ethel L. Higgins

Dec 23, 2022

Ethel L. Higgins, 90, of Indianapolis, formerly from Marion, Indiana, passed away on December 23, 2022. Ethel was born in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Stephen & Helen Calhoon. Ethel was an elementary school teacher for many years. However, her passion was mentoring and counseling students at Indiana Wesleyan College in the Audio Visual Lab. Ethel came from a very...

Henry A. "Hank" Raymond

Henry A. "Hank" Raymond

Dec 22, 2022

Henry A. “Hank” Raymond, 81, Martinsville, Indiana, passed away December 22, 2022.

Hank was born at home March 22, 1941, in Munising, Michigan, in the upper peninsula of Michigan, to the late Henry A. and Beatrice Anna (Nickle) Raymond.

He graduated from Purdue University in 1964 and again in 1974 with a master’s degree in Audiology. He worked as an audiologist at...

Dennis R. Pitcher

Dennis R. Pitcher

Dec 19, 2022

Dennis R. Pitcher

77, of Mooresville passed away on December 19, 2022, peacefully at home. Dennis was born on May 24, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Robert William Pitcher and Alice Lucille (Costin) Pitcher.

Dennis proudly and honorably served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. Upon returning from service, he worked for the Speedway Police Department and retired from General...

Janice McGinnis

Janice McGinnis

Dec 19, 2022

Janice McGinnis, 72, of Mooresville, passed away on December 19, 2022. Janice was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Ralph & Margurite Darby on February 5, 1950. Janice married the love of her life, Mike McGinnis on February 25, 1989. Janice was passionate about gardening and made it a family affair with her grandchildren. She loved growing and nurturing...

Julie Kay Murray

Julie Kay Murray

Dec 18, 2022

Julie Kay Murray, 67, of Brooklyn, Indiana, passed away on December 18, 2022. Julie was born in Howard County, Indiana on September 14, 1955. Julie was a graduate of Indiana University and an accomplished Chef in the restaurant industry for many years. Her passion was painting and the arts. Julie "mothered" anyone that would let her. She loved children and...

Norma L. Birkner

Norma L. Birkner

Dec 17, 2022

Norma L. Birkner

92, of Mooresville, passed away on December 17, 2022 at St Francis Hospital in Mooresville. Norma was born on April 30, 1930 in Ford County, Illinois to the late William Martens and Louella (Clausen) Martens.

Norma was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. She enjoyed keeping her mind sharp by reading novels, sewing, crafts, gardening,...

Patti J. Smith

Patti J. Smith

Dec 16, 2022

Patti J. Smith, 71, of Mooresville, Indiana passed away at home on December 16, 2022. Patti was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Glendon & Jean Hinshaw. Patti was a Cosmetologist at Set and Style for many years. She was a lifelong member of the Mooresville VFW Post 1111. She loved animals, especially dogs. Patti was a “giver” and...

Ronald F. Walters

Ronald F. Walters

Dec 13, 2022

Ronald F. Walters

55, of Mooresville, passed away on December 13, 2022. Ron was born on February 11, 1967 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Donald Walters and Irene (Eichmiller) Walters, who survives.

Ron worked in construction with his brothers in his younger years. He also served in prison ministry for over 25 years, which lead him to a career as a...

David  Wayne  Payne

David Wayne Payne

Dec 13, 2022

David Wayne Payne, 60, Mooresville, passed away December 13, 2022. Wayne was born April 11, 1962, in Martinsville, to the late David Thomas Payne and his loving mother, Tincie (Crusenberry) Payne, who survives.

Wayne attended Mooresville High School. He was a longtime truck driver, having worked for Jessup, Allen Body Shop, and McKnight. Wayne was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed...

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