Obituaries

KENNETH “Ken” PARSON

80, passed away on May 30, 2021.

Ken was born September 12, 1940 to the late Jess and Margaret (Copenhaver) Parson. He was married to Sandra (Curtis) Parson on May 24, 1963. They had a beautiful marriage of 55 years and she preceded him in death April 7, 2019.

Ken was a loving and caring Husband, father, grandfather,

great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family. and was a member of Harmony Baptist Church in Avon.He retired from the United States Marine Corp as a 1st Sgt. after 30 years. He was also a business owner.

Ken is survived by his daughter, Candi (Robin) Maynard; son, Patrick (Deanna) Parson; grandchildren, Tyler, Kendra (Nick), Kaitlin (Jordan), Lance, Allie, Payton (Reese), Caleb and Lucy; great-grandchildren, Zacharie, Everett, Bella and Elliana; and numerous adopted children and grandchildren; brothers, Rusty, Jerry and Ross Parson and 2 sisters, Marilyn Barding and Wilma Noble (Rex)

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; brothers, Albert and Robert and sisters, Rosalie and Carol.

Ken will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.

Services were Saturday, June 5, at Harmony Baptist Church, Avon. The family has requested donations be made to FA Indy at www.faindy.org or Harmony Baptist Church in Avon.

ROBERT L. LOLLAR

94, of Plainfield, passed away May 27, 2021.

He was born April 9, 1927 to the late Mack and Matilda (Dubree) Lollar in Indianapolis. Robert was also the middle brother to the late Mildred Coleman and Ralph Lollar.

He was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of the Evergreen Masonic Lodge #713 and the VFW and American Legion Posts.

He was a tool and die maker for Diamond Chain Manufacturing Co. for 41 years retiring in 1986.

Robert is survived by his wife, of 67 years and 11 months, Mary Lou (Brumley) Lollar. He is also survived by his son, Les Lollar; a daughter, Ruthie (Greg) Shaver; three grandchildren, Stefanie Wiseman, Dana (Chaz) Lollar-Lee, and Adam (Tara) Shaver; and 4 great grandchildren, Audra, Isabella, Greyson, and Liam.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, June 12, at p.m. in the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield, with calling on Saturday from 2 p.m. until service time at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Indy Honor Flight. http://indyhonorflight.org/donate/

DANIEL L. ADAMS

72, Brownsburg, passed away June 1, 2021.

Daniel received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Indiana State University. He had retired from the Internal Revenue Service where he worked as a taxpayer service representative.

For many years he managed and operated the American Softball Association Stadium at Municipal Park in Indianapolis and was a member of Connection Pointe Christian Church. Known as “Coach” Adams to all the players, he handled the equipment with great passion for Brownsburg High School Football for over 15 years.

His parents, Eugene and Kathleen Adams, and a brother, Robert Adams, preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Leslie Adams, and son, Jason Adams.

Memorial visitation will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 12, at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with memorial service at 11:30 a.m.

LAWRENCE E. “SKIP” THOMPSON

79, of Leesburg, Fla., formerly of Indiana, passed away May 30, 2021.

He was born April 12, 1942 to the late Clifford and Anne (Killman) Thompson in Indianapolis. He was a 1960 graduate of Ben Davis High School. Upon graduation he served eight years in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War.

He was a member of the Bridgeport Masonic Lodge #162. He was a truck driver, for various companies retiring from Penske Trucking after 10 years.

Skip is survived by his son, James E. (Sherry) Thompson; a daughter, Jennifer (David) Glick; a granddaughter, Skylynn Thompson; a step-grandson, Dominique Reid; and three great grandchildren, Juelyus, Dre, and Xavyer.

Funeral services and a Masonic Service took place on Wednesday, June 9, in the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield. Burial with military honors was at Maple Hill Cemetery, Plainfield.

BARBARA ANN ADAMS

85, of Plainfield, passed away May 22, 2021.

She was born December 17, 1935 in Indianapolis, daughter of Albert and Wilma (Patrick) Priller.

Before retiring in 2000, Barb worked as a transcriber for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. She was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Mooresville, where she volunteered and served in the Adoration Chapel. Because of Barb’s kind, loving and compassionate heart, it was natural for her to become a hospice volunteer.

Barb was an avid reader and appreciated meeting with her weekly Bible Study group. Barb was privileged to have had the opportunity to travel visiting Ireland and Germany. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon Ann Barnes, and brother, Albert P. Priller.

Survivors include her sons, Bruce Adams (Theresa Gore) of Indianapolis, Paul Adams of Mooresville, Doug Adams of Mooresville and daughter, Julie (Steve) Barnes of Quincy; grandchildren, Shonna Barnes, Carl Barnes, Justin Adams, Joshua Adams, Devan (Crystal) Barnes, Shalynn (Nik) Anderson and Elizabeth Barnes; great-grandchildren, Jarod Barnes, Lilly Hunter, Colton Hunter, Dylan Barnes, Cayzen Anderson, Preslie Anderson, Olivia Adams and Kaisley Barnes.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 10, at 9:30 a.m .in St. Ann Catholic Church, 6350 S. Mooresville Road, Indianapolis, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:30 am.

In memory of Barbara, contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association, 50 E. 91st Street, #100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.

Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to assist the family in arrangements.

BARBARA K. COMER

87, Brownsburg, passed away June 3, 2021.

Barbara retired from the US Postal Services.

She was preceded in death by her parents Marian Kinne and Verna Paul, stepfather Alfred Paul, daughter Robin Comer and brother Chris Paul.

Survivors include her husband Carroll Comer; children Nancy (Ford) Minton, Debra (Mike) Rosemeyer, Brett (Angela) Comer and Rhonda Ethridge; stepchildren Carol Ann (Chuck) Kryder, Kathy Paton, Sharon Linn and Stan (Sherre) Comer; sisters Roberta (Glenn) Thomas, Yvette Pullins and Zonda Seay; 19 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Services were Monday, June 7, at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. Burial followed at Floral Park Cemetery.

DEBRA LEWIS

65. of Brownsburg, an extraordinary wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born Debra Ann Stowell in 1955 in Brainerd, Minnesota, to parents Eldon Stowell and Alice (Preisinger) Stowell. She was united in marriage to Eugene Lewis, Jr. in a Great Smoky Mountain wedding in 1984. Debra was full of energy, zest, and the love of life.

Not much slowed her down, so it was often joked that Minnesota was much faster paced, and Indiana was much to slow for her. Debra enjoyed traveling every year to New Smyrna Beach with her family. She also enjoyed photography, capturing the love and joy of her life. Ultimately, Debra’s passion was serving and taking care of others. She travelled for years caring for her parents, raised two grandchildren, and worked as a dedicated Home Care Specialist for IU Health for 15 years, before retiring in 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, David Stowell. She is survived by her husband Eugene Lewis Jr.; children Kimberlee Compliment Bobzien (husband Matthew) and Jason Compliment; Five grandchildren Ashlee, Savannah, Gracyn, Madyson and Jaden; Sisters Donna Blizzard and Deanna Clark, as well as many other relatives.

Funeral service was Tuesday, June 8, at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg.

JOHN PAUL BLANTON

age 79, of Plainfield, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021.

He was born on Tuesday, July 15,1941 in Stilesville to Robert and Geneva Blanton, both of whom precede him in death.

He is survived by his sisters, Alice Kathleen Clem of Idaho, Carole Jeanne (John) Pemberton of Plainfield, Anita Eileen Broyles of Plainfield, Anne Louise Blanton of Plainfield, Bonnie Lee Blanton of Plainfield, and Julia Jeanette (Tony) Arnold of Fillmore; four nephews, seven nieces, as well as a host of great-nephews and great-nieces.

He is also preceded in death by his brother: Robert David Blanton; and sisters: Marcia Lynn Blunk, and Patricia Blanton.

There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrangements are in the care of Simplicity Funeral & Cremation Care, Indianapolis Chapel.

CAROL A. RICE WALTER

73, of Danville, passed away May 26, 2021.

She was born December 23, 1947 to the late Clayton and Lillian (Wood) Rice in Hammond, Ind. She was a homemaker.

Carol is survived by three sons, Eric E. (Brandy), William C. (Toni), and Brian Lee (Jennifer) Walter; a brother, Richard P. (Vickie) Rice; 6 grandchildren, Justin and Brandon Walter, Jakeb Merrill, Daniel, Lydia and Jeremy Walter; and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services took place Friday, June 4, in the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield. Burial followed in Maple Hill Cemetery, Plainfield.

BRENDA McKINNEY

of Lizton, peacefully passed away on June 4, 2021.

Friends and family will gather at the funeral home on Friday, June 11, from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. Brenda will be laid to rest in K of P Cemetery in Lizton, following the funeral service. Immediately following the burial, a Celebration of Life will be held at Lizton Lions Club.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation.

Arrangements are entrusted to Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home in Pittsboro.

MICHAEL REIDER

79, Brownsburg, passed away June 7, 2021.

He had been a customer service representative for Twin Med, a medical supply company, for many years.

He served in the US Air Force from 1960-64 and received his Bachelor’s Degree from Southern Methodist University in Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents George and Helen Reider.

A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, he is survived by his wife Nancy L. Reider; children Brandon (wife Marla), Aric (wife Shaton) and Jamin (wife Angelle); brother David Reider; sister Ann Kistler; grandchildren Austin, Hannah, Logan, Hayden and Halle.

Memorial visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday June 19 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with military honors at noon. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www. diabetes.org

HEATHER JO WENZEL

45, of Plainfield ,passed away May 30, 2021.

She was born on December 18, 1975 to Michael Osburn and Rebecca Dildine in Danville, Indiana. On August 12, 2006 she married the love of her life Richard “RH” Wenzel III in Morgan County, Indiana. He survives.

Heather graduated from North Putnam High School with the class of 1994 and went on to attend college. She was a Manager for Walmart in Plainfield, working in Quality Assurance. She enjoyed taking walks through nature and going to the beach with her family. She loved her animals and spending time with her family.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Richard, children, Riley Wenzel, Zachary Buzalski (Jordan), Ryan Buzalski, and Lauryn Buzalski, mother, Rebecca Dildine, father, Michael (Frances) Osburn, grandmother, Shirley Dockery, grandson, Finnley, and siblings, Rodney Osburn, Hope Dildine, and Jenny Gibson (Shane).

She was preceded in death by her grandparents; Russell Osburn (Edna), and Harold Dockery, and step father, Richard Dildine.

Funeral service took place Saturday, June 5, at Roachdale Christian Church, with Pastor Tim Gephart officiating. Burial followed in Roachdale Cemetery. Arrangements: Servies & Morgan Funeral Home.

BEVERLY RIDENOUR

of Pittsboro, Indiana peacefully passed away on June 4, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home.

PATRICIA A CROUSE

77 years young, of Coatesville, passed away Saturday, June 6 in the presence of her loving family.

She was the daughter of J. Richard and Nanette Rose Hiner. She grew up in Indianapolis, with her brother and two sisters.

She is the mother of two daughters, Michelle (Chris) Mickle and Annie (Russell) Brock; eiight sons, Michael (Trina), Greg, Kevin (Sheila), Steve, David (Susie), and Jeff (Sarah) Johnson, and Mark (Holly) and Daniel Trump; two sisters, Nan Hiner (Monty) Blizard and Kathy (Larry) Borgerbing; 28 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

For the past 30 years she has been married to Michael L Crouse, fondly known as Pappy. Patty did not squander her days and lived life to the fullest. She was a woman of faith, lived a Christ-centered life and had the ability to give unconditional love. She had an amazing zeal for life and an adventurous spirit.

She was always game to try something new or head out on an expedition whether that be down the Vandalia trail near her home or somewhere distant. Her travels spanned the globe. Castles of Ireland, picturesque New Zealand, Mexico, Bahamas, or her beloved French Lick/West Baden Resort.

Patty loved nature and to nurture whether it be tending to her garden, her bird feeders or volunteering at McCloud Nature Park. She always had several dogs lovingly at her side throughout her life. Her personality could be compared to that of a hummingbird: vibrant, zippy and loved to eat. She loved to read and became savvy on some stock picks in the past few years. In the past decade, she found her artistic flare in watercolors. Gifting pieces to family members and donating pieces to charitable causes to be auctioned. Signing her masterpieces, “PA Hiner.”

Patty always put family first. She was always available and present. She had the ability to make each person feel loved and important. She was quirky, fun loving and a joy to be around. While her life had some struggles along the way, she always showed gratitude. One of her most favorite ways to express it, was to sing the last score from the movie Scrooge, starring Albert Finney, “…thank you very, thank you very much, that’s the nicest thing anyone’s ever done for me.” Patty was so many things: Sister, Wife, Mother Extraordinaire, Grandma/Mammy, Adventurer, Artist P.A. Hiner, Self-taught Nurse/Practicing Physician (google really upped her skills), Therapist, Life Coach. She was also referred to as Queen Bee, Peppermint Patty, Mike’s Boss, Commander in Chief, Monarch to the Masses. One of Patty’s favorite movie lines that she would frequently quip, “It all goes by in a blink.” Patty believed that and lived her life to the fullest, even up to her very last hours. She loved to celebrate the holidays and especially her birthday. We welcome all who can join us and help celebrate a life well lived.

Patty’s Celebrarion of Life took place Wednesday, June 9 at Clayton Christian Church. Arrangements by Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield.

BRIAN JOSEPH FOX

35, Indianapolis, formerly of Danville, passed away June 6, 2021.

Brian is survived by his mother, Mary Ann Whiteley (husband Brian) and father, Monty Fox (wife Barbara); children, Shye Joseph Fox and Luxy Lynn Fox; sister Meghan Coffin (husband Caleb); brother Kyle Lamont Fox (fiancé Jordyn Nelson); stepbrother Blake Whiteley (wife Sharlotte); stepsisters René Mamot (husband Ajay), Kimberly Rickelman (husband Christopher), Bethany Campbell (husband Andrew), Katie Nierzwicki (husband John) and Lindsey Beckett (husband Matthew); several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday June 11, at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with funeral services at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Lincoln Memory Gardens Cemetery.

DIANE “DEE” WOOLLEY EDWARDS

72, of Plainfield, passed away on May 31, 2021.

Dee was born on December 21, 1948 in Randolph, MA to the late Barbara (Hill) and Thomas B. MacPhee.

Dee worked for Pro Trans International for 15 years, retiring in 2012. She was a member of the New Beginnings Church in Plainfield. She loved spending time with family and spoiling her grandkids every chance she could.

She is survived by her husband Robert R. “Bob” Edwards, Jr.; sons Ronald Dale Woolley, Jr. (Dawn Woolley), Joshua H. Woolley (Michael Tarr); stepsons Robert R. Edwards III (Valerie Edwards), Eric S. Edwards (Chasity Edwards); siblings Thomas W. MacPhee, Marsha MacPhee-Webster, Glen MacPhee; her beloved grandchildren Kristin L. Williams, Ryan Edwards, Carla Milborne, Britni Tarr and great grandchildren Avana Milborne, Connor DeCamp and Isabelle DeCamp.

Private services will be at al later Contributions are encouraged to be made in Dee’s memory to the Desert Rose Foundation PO Box 1754 Martinsville, IN 46151 http:// www.desertrose.cc/ViewPage. aspx?PID=5

Final arrangements and cremation entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville.

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