Obituaries

Betty Thomas

Betty Thomas

Feb 24, 2013

On Sunday, February 24, 2013, Betty Thomas left us after a valiant struggle with breast cancer. She ignited a mystical undercurrent in those lucky enough to have been touched by her spirit. She was brought into this world by her loving parents, Oscar & Pauline Downey, and still has brothers, Bob & Bill. Betty leaves her adult children, Steve (Susan),...

Ben McCoy

Ben McCoy

Feb 23, 2013

Ben McCoy, 68, of Sheridan, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital - 86th St. in Indianapolis. He was born on May 10, 1944 to Bryce and El Myra "Myra" (Mullins) McCoy in Melvin, Kentucky.Ben was a master machine operator for 18-1/2 years, retiring from Stanley Security Solutions, formerly known as Best Lock Corp. He was...

Fred Snoke

Fred Snoke

Feb 22, 2013

Fred J. Snoke, 87, of Charlotte, NC and formerly of Westfield, IN, passed away at home on Friday, February 22, 2013. He was born on July 30, 1925 to Fred and Gertrude (Cox) Snoke in Lebanon, Indiana. His parents preceded him in death along with his first wife, Patricia (Brock) Snoke and a second wife, Georgia (Crockett) Snoke.Fred proudly served...

Manuel Wooten

Manuel Wooten

Feb 22, 2013

Manuel Wooten, 72, of Fortville, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013. He was born on June 13, 1940 to Dennis and Omia (Engle) Wooten in Hazard, Kentucky.Manuel was retired from Noblesville Casting. He loved his grandchildren and great-granddaughter more than anything; and had a passion for his race horses. He is survived by daughter, Debbie (Mike) Tomlinson; granddaughter, Melissa...

Margaret  "Margie" Chiplis

Margaret "Margie" Chiplis

Feb 19, 2013

Margaret "Margie" Elizabeth Chiplis, 93, of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at home. She was born on January 13, 1920 to John and Clara (Hansman) Burkhard in Indianapolis, Indiana.Margaret was retired after 15 years as a nurse at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove. She was a graduate of St. Vincent School of Nursing in 1941. She...

Ruth Fisher

Ruth Fisher

Feb 19, 2013

Ruth L. Fisher, 94, a longtime Noblesville resident, died Tuesday morning, February 19, 2013, at Riverview Hospital.Born in 1918 in Saskatchewan, Canada to Hoosier farmers attempting to homestead, she grew up in Alexandria, Indiana. She adopted Noblesville as home after moving to the city in 1947 to work for the Charles Howard Insurance Agency. She met local contractor, Noblesville native...

Patricia Beerbower

Patricia Beerbower

Feb 17, 2013

Patricia C. Beerbower, 76, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on February 23, 1936 to Harry and Lily Mae (Muldin) Blackburn in Central City, KY. She married Gary Beerbower on August 23, 1958.Pat had been a nurse at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was a 1953 graduate of Mount...

Gloria Koehl

Gloria Koehl

Feb 16, 2013

Gloria M. (Simms) Koehl, 75, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at IU Health Saxony Hospital in Fishers. She was born on June 2, 1937 to Tilford and Lucille (Cartmel) Simms in Indianapolis, Indiana.Gloria worked as a Title Examiner in the Real Estate industry and was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. She...

Ernie Gullion

Ernie Gullion

Feb 16, 2013

Ernie Gullion, 84, of Anderson, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 3, 1928 to Ernie and Minnie Delph Gullion in Tipton County, Indiana. Ernie was retired from Delco-Remy, Plant 10 in Anderson. He attended Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall in north Anderson; and was a devoted husband, father...

Brian Street

Brian Street

Feb 14, 2013

Brian Kent Street, 53, of Indianapolis, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2013. He was born on July 1, 1959 in Frankfort, Indiana. Brian enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His love for people and heart to serve was evident throughout his life. He loved worshiping with his church family at Leavener. He is survived by his wife,...

James Spurling

James Spurling

Feb 14, 2013

James W. Spurling, 64, of Sheridan, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. He was born on December 2, 1948 to Eugene and Naomi (Legg) Spurling in Muncie. His parents preceded him in death.James was a Midwest Regional Sales Manager for C&M Conveyor, Inc. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S....

Corbin Beeler

Corbin Beeler

Feb 13, 2013

Corbin Nicholas Beeler, the son of David and Jacqueline (Hanna) Beeler of Noblesville, was safely delivered into Jesus' arms on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Mackenzie & Alexis Beeler; grandparents, Mark & Judy Hanna and Pam Beeler; great-grandparents, Caroline Hanna (& Don Spivey), Clio Crabtree; great-great-grandfather, Ken Valentine; aunts &...

Robert Buck

Robert Buck

Feb 12, 2013

Robert K. Buck, 93, of Saint Paul, MN (formerly of Sheridan), passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Southview Acres Health Care in Saint Paul. He was born on June 4, 1919 to Imel and Inez (Beaver) Buck in Indianapolis.Robert was the former owner for Buck's Resort in Frederic, WI; and a member of Castleton Masonic Lodge. He is...

Geneva Wells

Geneva Wells

Feb 7, 2013

Geneva E. Wells, 76, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at home. She was born on August 14, 1936 in Carthage, Indiana. Geneva retired in 2000 after 37 years at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, where she had worked in housekeeping. She was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church in Noblesville. Her greatest joys were soul-winning, singing...

June Roer

June Roer

Feb 7, 2013

June Marie (Meyer) Roer, 93, of Carmel, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Prairie Lakes Health Campus in Noblesville. She was born on June 10, 1919 to Axel and Viola (Anderson) Meyer in Chicago, Illinois.June had worked for Hanover Insurance Trust Company, and was a member of the Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chicago. Her favorite past time...

John Perry

John Perry

Feb 7, 2013

John B. Perry, 87, of Fishers, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital in Fishers. He was born on September 29, 1925 to Harry and Alice (VanTyle) Perry in Bedford, Indiana.John proudly served his country as a Marine during WWII, enlisting when he was just 16 years old. He was a 1951 graduate of Indiana State...

Julia  Lynn Boller

Julia Lynn Boller

Feb 7, 2013

Julia Lynn Boller, 53, of Mooresville, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013. She was born on April 13, 1959 to Robert and Mary (Gregory) Boller in Indianapolis, Indiana.Julia was formerly an elementary school teacher. She is survived by her father and mother; two sisters, Cynthia Bass and Susan Crawford; brother, Steve Boller; two nieces; and one nephew.A memorial service...

Rickie Pryor

Rickie Pryor

Feb 7, 2013

Rickie D. Pryor Sr., 58, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. He was born on April 10, 1954 to Jesse and Juanita (Strunk) Pryor in Noblesville, Indiana.Rickie worked for Wiehe Construction; and was an avid NASCAR fan. He is survived by his wife, Regina (Pounders) Pryor of Noblesville; son, Rickie (Amber) Pryor...

Pam Jamison

Pam Jamison

Feb 6, 2013

Pam L. (Eads) Jamison, 56, of Cicero, passed away on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Seton Specialty Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on June 13, 1956 in Noblesville, Indiana. She is survived by her husband, Sam Jamison; son, Scott (Jessica) Jamison; grandchildren, Nicolas and Makayla Jamison; son, Michael (Jamie) Jamison; grandchild, Shaylee Jamison; mother and stepfather, Mary Elizabeth (Russ-Eads)...

Wayne Grimsey

Wayne Grimsey

Feb 5, 2013

Wayne T. Grimsey, 73, of Sellersburg, Indiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 5, 2013. He was born on July 11, 1939 to George and Ethel (Schofield) Grimsey in Mount Vernon, New York. His parents precede him in death.Wayne worked 28 years as a manager of sales support for AT&T, retiring in 1995. He was...