Obituaries

VINCENT ALLEN KIGER, age 80, of Danville, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 in his residence. Born September 23, 1940 in Greencastle, he was the son of William F. Kiger and Hazel Imogene (Ader) Kiger. He married Maria Tracy and she survives. Vince graduated from Fillmore High School in 1958.

Survivors in addition to his wife include son Allen Kiger, Danville; daughter Tracy Lawson (Devon), Danville; grandchildren, Emily Hughes, Douglas Diem, Justin Kiger, Savannah Magness (Larry); 3 great grandchildren; a brother Michael Kiger, Indianapolis, and several nieces and nephews. His parents, daughter Kristy Pennington, and brothers Steven and Richard Kiger preceded him.

He was in the Army from 1961-1963 which he reflected on as some of the best years of his life. He and Maria owned and operated Kiger Sunoco in Danville from 1971 to 1998 and worked side by side, raising their children to appreciate hard work. Through those years Vince was a staple of the town and a friend to so many. With his kindness for all and his giving spirit he made many lifelong friends. Part of his legacy was that he impacted the lives of the younger generations of Danville in many ways by offering his time, his knowledge and the freedom to “hang out” at the station after hours. He took pride in being able to offer a safe, fun place to grow up and hang out.

If you saw him out and about, more than likely he would be wearing a Danny Smith racing shirt. He was an avid race fan and along with sponsoring countless race teams throughout the years, he volunteered his time annually at the Ford Wilson Race of Champions.

When Vince wasn’t at a race track, you could find him volunteering at his church, spending time with his family and telling countless stories.

His love for God and his family was never doubted throughout his 56 years of marriage to his best friend and true love Maria.

Even though his family and community would have loved many more years with Vince, we are at peace knowing he is at home with the Lord.

Services will be Friday, May 14, 2021, at 2 p.m. at Calvary Chapel of Danville with calling there from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial with military honors will be in Danville South Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Bousley Funeral Home, Coatesville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to his favorite mission in Haiti: Mountain Top Ministries. PO box 7053, Terre Haute IN 47802. www.bousleyfuneralhome.com ___________________________________________________

GARY ALLEN BATES, 83, of Coatesville, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021.

He was born January 23, 1938 to the late Lewis Eugene and Juanita (Brown) Bates. He married Alice Marie Beckett, on September 27, 1958.

Gary graduated from Emmerich Manual High School in 1956 and attended Business College. He retired from Citizens Gas after 38 years. Gary was a member of IBEW Local Union 481 and coached Little League in Speedway for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, stained glass and boating.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Alice Bates; children, Jeffrey (Cathy) Bates, Stephen (Lauralee) Bates, Angela (Jim) Callan and A.J. (Irvin) Bates; siblings, Carol Johnson, Peggy Patton, Doug (Terri) Gerdt and Cindy (Gene) Sprowl; sister-in-law, Ruth Bates; brother-in-law, Jack Beckett; special cousin, Sabra Duerstock; grandchildren, Rachel Bates, Lindsey (Shawn) Haggerty, Cameron (Brooke) Callan, Corinne Callan, Abigail Bates, Grace Dziennik, Anthony Bates and Zach Dziennik; great-grandchildren, Ellie, Owen, Olieva and Aletta.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Bates and Juanita (Carl) Gerdt; and brother, Dennis Bates.

Services were Monday, May 10, in Holy Name Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to American Lung Association in Indiana, 115 W. Washington St., #1180-South, Indianapolis, IN 46204. To share an online condolence visit www. LauckFuneralHome.com ________________________

MARY JANE WAGNER, 85, of Brownsburg, passed on May 3, 2021 with her husband of 63 years, Ronnie Earl, at her side.

Mary Jane was born in Jasper, Ind., on December 23, 1935 to Fidelis and Augusta (Reitman) Berg.

She moved to the west side of Indianapolis with Ron after his time in the US Army. There she raised her children, worked as a payroll clerk for Union Carbide in Speedway, and Kroger administrative offices in Indianapolis.

She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, going on adventures with destinations unknown, watching “Price is Right” and the “Wheel of Fortune,” reading and crocheting blankets and kitchen towels to share with family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ruth McCormick (Oregon); brother, Frank Berg (Warsaw); and oldest son, Marcus James Wagner.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald E. Wagner; sister, Virginia Schnellenberger (Jasper); children, Michelle (Fernando) Escobar of Zionsville; Marty (Denise) Wagner and Marla (Joe) Holbrook of Brownsburg; grandchildren, Nicholas and Gabriel, Samantha and Allison, and Cassandra and Amanda; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial was Tuesday, May 11, in St. Malachy Catholic Church, Brownsburg. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are entrusted to Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home in Pittsboro.

JOSEPH “JOE” A. STEPHENS, 82, of Danville, passed away May 04, 2021.

He was born on November 03, 1938 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Emmett E. and Josephine L. (Poer) Stephens. Joe was married to Donna Jean (Gibbons) Stephens for 46 wonderful years and she preceded him in death on August 06, 2013.

He worked for General Motors for over 40 years.

Throughout his life, Joe was an active member of both the Danville Christian Church and the Hazelwood Christian Church. He was also a proud veteran of the United States Army. Joe was a 60 year member of the Western Star Masonic Lodge #26 F & AM and a 55-year member of the Scottish Rite Masons. He also served on the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Merit Board during Roy Waddell’s terms and was very active with the Danville Little League baseball organization.

Survivors include his children, Gary Gleason (Chris) of Florida, Patty Smoot (Kevin) of Avon, Penny Dossman (Jeff) of Pittsboro, John Stephens (Sarrah), Jim Stephens (Melissa), both of Danville; sister, Louanne Feist of Carmel; 7 grandchildren, Michelle, Andrea, Alyssa, Joseph, Garrett, Mitchell, Delaney; 4 great grandchildren, Nathan, Ellie, Parker, Carson; and his beloved Boston Terrier dog, Norman.

Joe’s family would like to give a special thank you to the entire staff at Hendricks Regional Health for the amazing care he received over the last few weeks.

Services were Monday, May 10, at Baker Funeral Home, Danville, with burial following at Danville South Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity. Online condolences may be made at www.bakerfuneralservice. com ___________________________________________________

MARILYN SUE SMITH, 77, of Pittsboro, passed away on May 3, 202, surrounded by her family after a long and courageous battle of cancer.

She was born to the late Paul and Edith Branson, on July 23rd, 1943. She graduated from George Washington High School. After graduating she met the love of her life, David A. Smith, and later married on June 17, 1961. They raised five daughters while growing their business, the former owners of Smith & Son Heating & Air Conditioning for many years.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved cooking, shopping, family get-togethers and decorating. She taught and showed what true unconditional love and support meant to her husband, girls, grandchildren.

A special Thank you to Heritage Hospice, her nurse and “bestie”, Jeanette Wilkins, for the love and care for our mother and family, as well as Stacy Smith Fiddler whom provided love and a peaceful home coming for our mother.

She is survived by her husband David Smith; daughters, Julie Howard (Keith), Dana Bradley (Bill), Cindie O’Neal (Kenny), Paula Smith, Amy Laque; grandchildren, Brittany Wilcox, Bill Bradley ll, Brooke Bradley, David Howard, Alyssa Howard, Daniel O’Neal, Shane Laque, Jill Laque, and several great-grandchildren; sisters, Janet Vernon (Bill), Sharon Jackson (Gordon), Nancy Albright, Brenda Young, Rhonda Eller; sisters-in-law Joyce Seabolt (Randal), Sherrie Bradley (Jim), brother-in-law Keith Smith (Jamie).

She is preceded in death by her grandsons, Blake Wilcox, Kenny O’Neal, Jr, sister Patti Martin, brother Ronald Branson.

Online condolences may be shared at www.conklefuneralhome.com. ___________________________________________________

PATRICK BUDYN, 76, of Avon, passed away April 30,

2021. He was born March 17, 1945 (St Patrick’s Day!) in Congleton, England to Stanley Budyn and Margaret (Taylor) Budyn. After growing up in the greater Chicago area, Patrick volunteered to serve in Vietnam as a member of the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1969.

In 1970, he married the love of his life, Dinah (Dayhoff) Budyn. They built a life on the northwest side of Indianapolis raising two daughters. Patrick worked as an electronics specialist for Thompson Consumer Electronics (formerly RCA) for 27 years, retiring in 2005.

Patrick will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will also be remembered for his love of cars and working with his hands. He loved to travel, too, visiting New England, Hawaii, the Bahamas, and the Grand Canyon with his wife.

Patrick was preceded in death by his wife, Dinah, his parents, Stanley and Margaret Budyn, and his brother, Jerry Budyn.

Patrick is survived by his daughter, Laura Mertes (Jack), Cynthia Budyn Schaefer (Greg0; five grandchildren, Rachel Mertes, Megan Mertes, Emily Mertes, Sophia Schaefer, Evan Schaefer; two great-grandchildren, Camilla Reyes and Miguel Reyes; and two sisters, Gloria Krol and Dorothy Nowick.

Memorial services took place Saturday, May 8, at Conkle Funeral Home in Avon. Memorial donations may be made to either your favorite charity, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, American Cancer Society, St Jude Childrens’ Hospital, or Riley Children’s Hospital. ___________________________________________________

DALLAS “BUTCH” TRUMP, 80, passed away on May 8, 2021 in Avon.

Dallas was born in Rockville, Indiana on October 4, 1940 to the late Virgil and Dorothy (Pierce) Trump. Dallas was a 1958 graduate of Bellmore High School. After graduation, Dallas joined the United States Army to serve his country.

On June 1, 1962, Dallas married the love of his life, Carrie “Alta” Dowell. Shortly after marriage, Dallas and Carrie moved to Boston where they began their life together. While living in Boston, their first two children were born, William and Molly. After his term of duty was complete, the Trump family moved to North Salem where their third child, Timothy, was born.

He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. Upon retirement he began working for the Department of Natural Resources. During his time at the DNR, he rescued a man from a fire during a controlled burn, saving his life. After this, he received his Smokey The Bear hat. Dallas was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. One thing he really enjoyed was cutting firewood.

Dallas is survived by three children, William (Theresa) Trump, Molly (Mike) Lichtenwalter, Timothy (Nicci) Trump, three grandchildren, Nicholas (McKenzie), Sydney, and Paxton, and two great granddaughters, Bailey and Raelynn who will make her entrance into the world very soon.

A funeral service will be held Friday, May 14, at Porter & St. Pierre Funeral & Cremation Services, North Salem Chapel, 6 S. California Street, North Salem, at 1 p.m. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery. ___________________________________________________

THELMA KAY HUNT- ER, of Coatesville, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021.

She was born to Ernest W Yelton and Katherine Simmons Yelton on March 4, 1940. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Hunter Sr; children, Kenny Jr (Teresa) Hunter and Timothy (Sherie) Hunter; grandchildren, Mitchell Hunter, Jill Hunter, Kendall Hunter, Brittany Todd, Kevin Loper; great grandchildren, William and Theodore Todd; Gretchen (Gary) Bassinger who was like a daughter; godchildren Garrett and Gaddis Bassinger; sister Mary Lou (Henri deceased) McLaughlin; and brother Hon. Ernest (Mary Elizabeth) Yelton.

She was preceded by her parents; son Dennis Hunter; and sister Glenda Cox.

Thelma was a retired owner of Hunter Pool Shop. She was a member of the Easter Star, past president of the Indiana Chapter of NSPI, a member of the Friends & Neighbors Homemakers Club. She was on the Hendricks County Fair Board for many years and was a member of the Coatesville Christian Church.

Services were Saturday, May 8, at the Bousley Funeral Home in Coatesville with sMinister Rick Adkins officiating. Burial was at the Coatesville Cemetery following services. www.BousleyFuneralHome.com ________________________

LINDA KAY SZEWC, 77, Brownsburg, passed away May 6, 2021.

She had been a business teacher at Tri West High School for 26 years, retiring in 2004. Linda also served as cheerleading sponsor and for many years was the Business Professionals of America advisor.

A proud graduate of North Salem High School, she received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Butler University. She was a member and volunteer at Connection Pointe Christian Church, member of Phi Beta Psi Sorority and the Hendricks Co. Retired Teachers Association.

Linda loved spending time with grandchildren, traveling and eating at different restaurants.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Mary Brownlee and an infant brother, Larry Brownlee.

Survivors include her husband Robert Szewc; children R. Todd Szewc (wife Megan) and Tara Sheringer (husband John); niece Kim Hodges (husband Jim); grandchildren Julia Sheringer and Nicholas, Alex and Nora Szewc; other nieces and nephews Kelly Hassler (husband Ed), Kris Renner, Curt Bailey and Clint Bailey (wife Chris).

Services were Tuesday, May 11, at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. Burial followed at Lizton K of P Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tri West Dollars for Scholars, North West Hendricks School Corp., P.O. Box 70, Lizton, IN 46149. ________________________

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