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Choose To Move Myers connected with the Indiana Parkinson Foundation and Parkinson’s Awareness Asso- ciation of Central Indiana (PAACI) to learn more about the disease. He’s also offered his assistance in raising awareness of Parkinson’s and will serve as Honorary Race Marshal for the Indiana Par- kinson Foundation’s “Choose to Move Race” in Fishers on Sept. 12. “I’m proud to lend my voice to these organizations,” Myers said. For more information, go to indianaparkinson.org/choose.

Left, Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers relies on family support. From left, sons James and Matthew, wife, Stacie and daughter, Hope. | Right, Myers attends boxing sessions three times a week at 9Round Fitness. | Below, as mayor, Myers continues to focus on local projects, including redevelopment of the 19-acre former Greenwood Middle School, the new downtown fieldhouse and the re-imagined Old City Park. (Submitted photos) Stronger every day Greenwood‘ Mayor Mark Myers fights Parkinson’s disease’ with determination, support and boxing

By Nancy Price Myers and his best friend of 35 years, Sam mass. I’ve lost weight and gained quite a bit Southside New Quiz SEE PAGE 2 Hodson, attend kickboxing at least three of muscle. It’s been a great change, and I’m 1. C, 2. B, 3. A, 4. B, 5. D A diagnosis of an unexpected disease has the potential to shake even the strongest times a week at 9Round Fitness in Green- getting stronger every day.” wood. Research indicates boxing can actu- Puzzle Time Answers SEE PAGE 6 of us, as evidenced these past few months. ally improve Parkinson’s disease symptoms. Confidence and Persistence Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Worldwide, fear has taken over as billions of people worry about their health, jobs, family, “Boxing in general is good for Par- “Honestly, I’ve seen his confidence and Birds: CARDINAL, DOVE, EAGLE, FINCH, ROBIN, kinson's sufferers because it en- WOODPECKER; friends and future. persistence come shining through,” Va- gages the neurons in their brain Chores: DUST, DO LAUNDRY, MOP, SWEEP, VACUUM; Greenwood Mayor Mark W. Myers under- lier added. “Physically, we were seeing through coordinated movements Foods: CANDY, CHIPS, DONUTS, FRIES; stands these feelings as well. Yet, he has proven great strides in his coordination before that setbacks can lead to new opportunities. (punches and kicks in our case), we had to close down due to the CO- Things: FREEZER, ICE, SNOW; as well as allowing muscle devel- Majors: BUSINESS, EDUCATION; Last fall, Myers was diagnosed with Par- VID-19 pandemic. Mark is very inten- opment through resistance train- tional about not letting this disease con- Food Bank: GLEANERS kinson’s disease. “When I got hit with the news, it took the ing when making contact with the trol him. He is in here like clockwork wind out of my sails, to tell you the truth,” bags,” said Craig Valier, princi- every Monday, Wednesday and Myers said. “My thoughts skewed toward pal owner of 9Round Fit- Friday morning.” negativity and uncertainty. My immediate ness. We also work the In the meantime, “I’m thoughts – What does this mean for my fu- core on every round, looking forward to con- ture? What will my quality of life become? which in turn increases tinuing to improve our How is this going to impact my family, friends balance and coordina- city’s economy and qual- and colleagues? – were all-consuming. tion – two areas that ity of life,” Myers said. typically affect those “As mayor of Green- A New Normal with Parkinson's.” wood, I believe one of The 30-minute “After the initial shock wore off and I had the most important workout is a circuit- things I can do is set some time to self-reflect, my mindset shift- style routine that ed toward a more positive outlook. I was an example for who goes through nine we are as a city,” able to see that this diagnosis was not the rounds of specific end; it was only the beginning of what my Myers said. “The exercises. Each rou- diagnosis is a con- new normal would be.” tine is three minutes Myers consulted with his doctors, who in- stant reminder that long. “It keeps me on we must continue to formed him of various ways to help treat and my toes,” Myers said. manage his symptoms, as the disease was grow and evolve to the “My workouts aim to best of our abilities, re- discovered in its early stages. One of these improve agility, flexibil- ways was a change in his workout routines. gardless of the challenges ity and buildup muscle that we may face.” ss-times.com • Week of May 21-27, 2020 5 The Southside Times VIEWS

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The Southside Times is all about people and done something nice, no matter how small, Celebrating first our community. What do you like in your and should be recognized? Email your “Stars responders during neighborhood? What don’t you like? Who has and Strikes” to [email protected]. National EMS Week Star: to local high school graduates. Star: to local Pet Valu. From now This week is nationally recog- You’ve endured a tough past few through June 15, the pet supply store nized as Emergency Medical Servic- months with no prom, activities or hanging is hosting a photo contest for various kinds es (EMS) Week. National EMS week out with your friends. We wish you the best of pets to be featured in its 2021 annual pet was authorized in 1974 by President of luck in your future. Congratulations! calendar. Interested participants can visit Gerald Ford to celebrate EMS practi- Pet Valu’s Facebook page to submit their tioners in our nation’s communities. Star: to the local economy reopen- photos. Once winners are selected and cal- The week highlights the service ing. Marion County restaurants will endars produced, Pet Valu will donate all Top 10 Thoughts and sacrifice given by EMS personnel begin outside dining tomorrow and plans proceeds from the $5 calendars directly to about Testing Positive to provide pre-hospitalization care to for indoor seating at a 50 percent capacity local organizations, shelter and rescues. local residents. are scheduled for June 1. for the Coronavirus Indianapolis EMS (IEMS) invites Star: to Emmanuel Church loca- the community to recognize ef- Star: to curbside service at South- tions for partnering with the Amer- By Torry Stiles forts of men and women working port Library and Greenwood Pub- ican Red Cross to host multiple community the frontlines of both public safety lic Library. blood drives. Today’s schedule is from 2-7 Dear readers: Well, I've had some fun the last few weeks but now reality has hit me and health care in Marion County. p.m. at the Franklin campus, 550 Home- Star: to the bravery and memories stead Blvd. On May 26, it will be held from smack in the kisser. Went to the doctor for In Marion County, IEMS, the largest what I thought was just another bout with provider of emergency pre-hospital of men and women who served in 2-7 at the Greenwood campus at 1640 the U.S. military. Stones Crossing Road W. and on May 28, the flu and found out a few days later I've medical care in the state, responds caught the 'rona. My past health issues could from 2-7 p.m. at the Banta campus at 6602 to more than 110,000 calls for ser- make this interesting, but we'll just have to vice annually. During the COVID-19 S. Harding St. in Indianapolis. For more in- soldier on. pandemic IEMS functions as the first formation or to make an appointment, sign point of contact for many sick indi- up online at eclife.org/events. 10. They notified me via a 15-second phone call viduals yet to be diagnosed. on Sunday afternoon. No candy-coating or This year, IEMS has: buttering up. My doctor gave me more con- QUOTE OF THE WEEK sideration just before I got that first "complete • Responded to more than 38,500 calls to examination" at age 50. service. 9. Not sure which of my past health issues will be • Treated and transported more than the most problematic: my heart issues, arthritis, 1,400 patients who called and reported diabetes or addiction to Long's donuts. flu-like symptoms since March 1. “Being considerate of others 8. I went through the usual stages of denial: Was • Been in contact and transported more the test accurate? Was the doctor qualified? Was than 730 patients who were later con- will take your children further in life that really mine in the specimen bottle? firmed COVID-19 positive. 7. The Indiana State Health Department called me • Had only eight providers test positive for than any college degree.” Monday to get some info. They were really inter- COVID-19. ested in who I had been in contact with. They will be notifying my real job. That blew the story – Marian Wright Edelman I had told them about missing work because I'd You can recognize the accomplish- wrecked my Harley. ments of IEMS and reward them American activist with a smile, home-baked goods, or 6. Apparently you can catch this from animal fur. a community banquet. You can also Imagine the interviewer's confusion when for use #NationalEMSWeek to share on names of those I had been in contact with there was Louie, Gracey, Mater, Smokey and Porkrinds. social media. To learn more about IEMS, visit IN OUR SCHOOLS 5. They tell me I have to be three days without IndianapolisEMS.org. You can also symptoms before I can go back to work. They've follow IEMS on Facebook ( /India- been adding a new symptom almost every week to the COVID-19 description. This may napolisEMS), Twitter ( /Indianap- Roncalli High School receive his award at a later date by DePauw University, Indiana University- Blooming- take a while to catch up. Anybody got a picture olisEMS) and Instagram ( /India- senior named 2020 Indiana of "COVID Toe?" I've got a little piggy that's look- napolisEMS). Academic All Star ton, Purdue University and the Indiana ing a bit puny. Association of School Principals. Hawkins becomes Roncalli’s 18th Indiana Academ- 4. I have already been wearing a facemask and Academics – Roncalli High School has an- ic All Star, which ranks among the highest using hand sanitizer. Thinking of going full bio- nounced that senior Will Hawkins was hazard suit with some Clorox body spray. of any school in the state. Principal Chuck BELIEVE IT! named a 2020 Indiana Aca- Weisenbach said, “Wow! We are thrilled 3. Even I have grown tired of the oral vs. rectal demic All Star! Each high for Will as this honor is seen by many as thermometer jokes. school in the state of Indiana Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical being the top academic honor bestowed laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one nominates a senior for this 2. Just to be safe I wiped my computer down with upon a student in this state! He is certainly bleach before sending in this week's list. with you … award. From the over 400 very deserving as his ef-forts and accom- nominations only 40 are se- 1. Until it gets bad enough to require hospitaliza- In Utah, birds have the right of way on all highways. plishments in all facets of student life has lected to be an Indiana Aca- tion, I am to self-medicate. That's the first good Source: dumblaws.com W. Hawkins been exemplary these past four years.” demic All Star. 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Walking into Dale’s Family Restaurant is like stepping back in time in a small town, greeted by friendly servers, the aroma of comfort food and a laid- back atmosphere. “My husband and I go in almost every weekend with our baby for breakfast,” a reviewer Down home country cookin’ at its finest: fried chicken, commented. “The staff there are so macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes with gravy and good to us! They know our daughter a buttered roll. (Submitted photo) by name and treat us all like family.” The Franklin Township diner is open go to a place and order country fried steak and for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serves a it is all breading and guessing if there was even breakfast buffet on the weekends. Customers meat on the inside? Not the case at Dale’s,” enjoy the fried biscuits and apple butter, pork stated a customer. tenderloin, chicken and dumplings, smothered chicken, country fried steak, catfish dinner and LOCATION: sirloin steak, as well as balanced portions. “Ever 5209 Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN 46237

COFFEE BREAK WHERE I TAKE OUT Lea and Molly Norris create homemade pizzas. (Photo by Angie Norris) Tobias Dennison Warren Township How to engage your tweens and teens Where do you like to dine? to participate in family fun O’Charley’s What do you like to eat there? FEATURE Creative paintings Chicken breast, baked potato, rice and the little Let your kids show their inner artist by French Silk Pies. They’re fabulous! By Angie Norris painting something for themselves that they What do you like about this place? can hang in their room. Whether it's on a can- It’s quick; the friendly people. It’s a good Everyone knows how hard it can be to get Afternoon teatime with an English biscuit. vas, wood plaque, or just a poster board, the (Submitted photo) restaurant. kids to want to participate in family activi- kids will love being able to express themselves ties, especially when they start to hit those with art. Have them paint something that they O’Charley’s tween and teen ages. The truth of the matter love or that relates to them or their childhood. Sassafras Lunch & Tea Room 6930 S. Emerson Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46237 is when these teens reach adulthood, family With a little paint and some brushes, they can 229 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 782-0818 nights are the times they’ll look back on and create something that they will want to hold Recommended: remember in their hearts. Get your kids to on to because it was made by them for them. The Monte Cristo sandwich: cinnamon bread not only take part in family time but actually with ham and provolone cheese topped with look forward to them by planning fun events powdered sugar and served with apple butter that are undeniably worth doing. Yardwork and memories for dipping. One of the things I remember about my About the bakery: Family card tournament childhood is my dad teaching me to mow the Sassafras Lunch & Tea Room, with its quaint and grass. I felt so grown up and proud when my cozy environment, mini desserts and china tea A fun way to engage your kids during fam- dad told me I did a good job after mowing for cups, is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday Compiled by Nancy Price and Neal Smith. ily time and get them off the screens is to the first time. While it may be a chore to us or host a bridal or baby shower or wedding play cards. Break out a deck and play black- now that we're adults, kids look at it like a fun rehearsal dinner. You can even schedule a jack, war, rummy or even memory. UNO is “princess tea” for your little girl and her friends. new adventure. Supervised, of course, teach “Our group was thoroughly impressed with the What's going on always a favorite and can become very com- your tweens or teens how to mow. Whether tea selection here!” commented a reviewer. “The petitive so the kids will get a kick out of the with a push mower or riding mower, they will mini cupcakes are to die for!” stated another. “The Southside? possibility of triumph. Some of us spent a lot feel happy knowing you trust them enough to whole place just oozes class and sophistication.” of time playing cards when we were young- Send your news & events to: er because we didn't have internet or game Funfact: systems, so playing with your kids can bring The princess tea includes “Belle” from Beauty and [email protected] you nostalgia as well. Family Fun continued on page 9. the Beast who sings and visits with young girls. ss-times.com • Week of May 21-27, 2020 9 The Southside Times NIGHT & DAY

★★★★✩ • TV-MA • Biography, Comedy, Crime • 1 hour, 48 minutes An Affordable Assisted Lifestyle Community Bad Education for the Older Adult. An unorthodox thriller in complete control of its audience APARTMENTS MOVIE REVIEW story and Jackman is in peak form, truly at- money is identified early as the easy part, the tempting to not only perform the role, but hard part is convincing everyone else that ARE LIMITED. understand his character. The ensemble cast there is no way he could steal money. Hugh By Bradley Lane also includes great performances from well- Jackman, as Tassone, presents himself as a known co-stars like Allison Janey, Ray Ro- person we have all met before; clean-cut, a Relative newcomer, director Cory Finley, mano and Alex Wolff. All the while intro- smooth talker and more than anything else scored big when his second film ever pre- ducing us to younger performers that you’re reflects an image of integrity. It is his pursuit miered at the Toronto International Film sure to be familiar with soon like Geraldine of that image-based lifestyle that leads him Festival in 2019. It was then subsequent- Viswanathan, as the young reporter break- to make the decisions he eventually does. ly purchased by HBO, a sale that got bet- Amenities Services ing the story at the school newspaper and Bad Education is an extremely focused ter thanks to the global pandemic. Not • Private apartment with full, Rafael Casal, playing a former student of a film; the filmmakers set out to tell the -ex private bathroom only was this a great acquisition by HBO, Dr. Tassone. act story they made. It is only held back by a it also would end up premiering in April of • Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator However, the real magic of Bad Education somewhat cliched visual style and slight pac- and microwave 2020 when most of the United States was is in its meticulously constructed script and ing issues toward the beginning, but even • Ample closet space under a lockdown order. The film follows its absolutely genius structure. Makowsky’s those are nitpicking, really. It is an incredible the real-life story of a Long Island school • Individually controlled heating and script is very purposeful in its slow drip of true story that deserves to be watched, dis- air conditioning superintendent, Dr. Frank Tassone, that in information to the audience. Certain scenes cussed and loved. Bad Education is available conjunction with others at the school ad- • Carpet in living and sleeping areas at the beginning are completely recontextu- to stream with an HBO subscription. ministration, committed the largest school • Linoleum in kitchen and ceramic tile alized by the end when the audience finally embezzlement scheme in American history. in bathroom is privy to the full picture. This makes the Not only that, but screenwriter Mike Ma- Bradley is a Beech Grove High School • Emergency call devices in bathroom script not only an incredibly entertaining alumnus and has been enamored by kowsky actually attended the very school and bedroom experience, but also ends up mirroring the film for as long as he can remember. • Pre-wired for cable TV and telephone where the story is set. He is currently in his third year studying characters’ journey of discovery in the film. The most obvious highlight of the film is in at IUPUI, majoring in Media and Public • Mini-blinds provided Finley’s direction also focuses attention Affairs with a minor in Film. Bradley can its central character’s performance by Hugh not only to the crime story being told, but be contacted at [email protected]. Jackman. Make no mistake; this is Tassone’s Services also on the mind of Dr. Tassone. Stealing • Ongoing health monitoring and nursing assessments • Assistance with activities for daily living: bathing, dressing, walking, personal grooming and hygiene • Medication reminders and assistance • Three restaurant-style meals daily plus snacks • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services • Assistance with transportation needs • 24-hour staffng and reception desk • Range of interesting and varied programs and events • Medicaid accepted

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Left, Molly personalizes her plaque by painting and gluing decorations. | Center, Lea learns how to operate a riding mower. | Right, the Norris siblings enjoy playing cards with their Aunt Mary. (Photos by Angie Norris)

Family Fun continued from page 8. ing their own pizza lets them be creative, as Help your kids place the dough on a baking well as learn to measure, mix, put ingredi- sheet and press the dough into a pizza shape. ents together and use the oven properly. You Add the sauce, cheese and toppings and bake teach them. Have them see how straight they can purchase everything you need at the lo- until cheese is bubbly. Your kids will love this can get the lines using a push mower, and it cal grocery store. Start with making pizza cooking activity and will enjoy it even more will show them how strong they are. Using dough. There are many packaged pizza crusts knowing they made it on their own. This will, For more information, call a riding mower is great for learning how to you can choose from or make your own us- for sure, be something they look back on and steer, stop and go, which will be useful when ing instructions online. Set out all your top- remember when they are parents teaching 317-885-4446 pings that they can choose from. You'll need their own kids one day. they start learning to drive. 8601 South Shelby Street pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella or cheese of Having ways to engage your tweens and Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 your choosing, meats like pepperoni, sausage teens in family time is so important for their Kitchen creations or ham and add veggies such as mushrooms, growth. It shows them that they can learn hellenicseniorliving-indianapolis.com Most kids enjoy eating pizza, but more peppers, or onions. They can use the toppings important life lessons to use as adults while Managed by Gardant Management Solutions than that, they enjoy making pizza. Mak- to make fun designs or faces on their pizza. having fun and making memories. 10 Week of May 21-27, 2020 • ss-times.com UPLIFT THE DOWNTURN: Supporting Our Southside Businesses

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Greenwood Memorial Day each post. The invocation, the setting of the services planned this Saturday wreath, rifle volley and “Taps” will be conducted in each of the five local cemeteries Memorial service – The Greenwood & at the flagpole area. Everyone is invited to Whiteland Veterans Of Foreign Wars and be part of honoring and remembering all the Greenwood American Legion Post 252 our military veterans, and especially those will jointly sponsor their annual Memorial veterans who gave their lives fighting for Service program at each of the Greenwood our country. Services will begin at Rock ceme-teries this Saturday morning, May 23, Lane at 9 a.m. followed by Greenwood at presented by their Greenwood/Whiteland 9:30 a.m., Mount Pleasant at 10 a.m., Olive Honor Guard and the Ladies Auxiliaries of Branch at 10:30 a.m. and at Forest Lawn at 11 a.m. Please plan to attend.

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Jessica Lawrence leaves the kitchen to serve patrons Brittany Hogue takes a payment from Susan Dotson at Four Seasons Family Restaurant, 1140 N. State at MashCraft in Greenwood, 1140 N. State Road 135. Road 135 in Greenwood. (Photo by Brian Ruckle) (Photo by Brian Ruckle)

HOW IS COVID-19 AFFECTING Johnson County restaurants begin to open, YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS? while Marion County starts tomorrow • Limits on public gatherings, including religious FEATURE services, were increased to 25 or fewer people last Friday. Let us help you navigate these uncertain times. By Nancy Price • Non-essential retail stores, including those at malls, also opened at a 50 percent capacity with Stay up to date on the latest information regarding the coronavirus’ impact on On Monday, May 11, Johnson County social distancing in place. you and your business by visiting the COVID-19 Resources page on our website. partially reopened restaurants and bars that • Select Indianapolis Public Library branches The challenges are changing each day, and Somerset is committed to keeping serve food at a 50 percent capacity. Bar seat- opened for curbside delivery on Monday. you informed. Contact us today to connect with a Somerset advisor. ing remains closed, with no live entertain- ment. Meanwhile, Marion County is wait- • Salons and other personal services plan to re- ing until May 22 to reopen its restaurants for open June 1 with social distancing guidelines. outdoor seating only with strict guidelines • Non-essential manufacturing and industrial ac- for social distancing. Indoor seating at 50 tivities are also targeted to reopen June 1. percent capacity may be in place by June 1. 800.469.7206 Additional updates from Indianapolis somersetcpas.com For more information, please go to indy. Mayor Joe Hogsett and Director of Mari- gov/topic/covid. on County Health Department Dr. Virginia Caine include the following: ss-times.com • Week of May 21-27, 2020 11 UPLIFT THE DOWNTURN: Supporting Our Southside Businesses

Fujiyama Steak House of Japan The Mocha Nut Coffee Shop Southside restaurants serving carryout 5149 Victory Drive, Indianapolis 1625 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis | (317) 319-9021 (317) 787-7900 | fujiyamaindy.com mochanutcoffee.com | themochanutcoffeeshop and delivery meals General American Donut Company Monkey Business 827 S. East St., Indianapolis | (317) 964-0744 5055 S. Dearborn St., Indianapolis generalamericandonutco.com Bynum's Steakhouse (317) 787-3787 | monkeybusinessindy.wixsite.com FEATURE 3850 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis Greek's Pizzeria Napoli Villa Italian Restaurant (317) 784-9880 | bynumssteakhouse.net 1345 W. Southport Road, Indianapolis 758 Main St., Beech Grove (317) 534-6077 | greekspizzeria.com/GP1018Menu.pdf Chick-A-Boom (317) 783-4122 | napoliindy.com Compiled by Brian Ruckle and Nancy Price Greiner’s SubShop 8028 S. Emerson Ave. R, Indianapolis New Bethel Ordinary (317) 851-9191 | Chick-a-boom.com 2126 Shelby St., Indianapolis Indianapolis and Marion County opens up (317) 783-4136 | greiners1969.com 8838 Southeastern Ave., Wanamaker outdoor dining with strict social distancing China Garden Restaurant (317) 862-5020 | nbopizza.net 7015 Madison Ave., Indianapolis Hana Japanese Fusion Sushi & Grill this week, on Friday, May 22. Johnson County 6905 S. Emerson Ave., Indianapolis New Dey Rising Cafe and Bakery (317) 781-0943 | china-garden-indy.com now is open to indoor dining up to 50 percent (317) 992-2258 | indyhana.com 702 Main St., Beech Grove (317) 507-0558 | /NewDeyRising capacity. Indoor seating for Marion County China Gourmet The Healthy Food Cafe 4030 S. Emerson Ave., Indianapolis 8028 Emerson Ave. F, Indianapolis Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza will continue to be restricted until further no- (317) 791-5118 | chinagourmettogo.com tice. Please continue to support our area res- (317) 476-2361 | thehealthyfoodcafe.com 5347 Thompson Road, Indianapolis Also BeetBox open 24/7 (317) 784-7272 | order.papamurphys.com taurants. The following Southside restaurants Christina’s Pancake House 215 Terrace Ave. #2513, Indianapolis | (317) 631-0441 Iaria’s Italian Restaurant Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza are open for carryout and/or delivery. Please christinas-pancake-house.business.site 317 S. College Ave., Indianapolis contact the restaurant with any questions. If 1011 N. State Road 135 F3, Greenwood CoffeeJunkiez and PizzaJunkiez (317) 638-7706 | iariasrestaurant.com (317) 889-8888 | order.papamurphys.com there is a restaurant to add to this list, please 1121 E. Stop 11 Road, Indianapolis Ichiban Sushi Bar & Sammy's Asian Cuisine Peppy Grill email Nancy at [email protected]. (317) 881-2222 | pizzajunkiez.com 8265 U.S. 31 S., Indianapolis 1004 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis (317) 883-1888 | ichiban31.com Corner Bar (317) 637-1158 | peppygrill.com | /PeppyGrill 5506 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis Jack's Pizza (317) 941-7098 | /cornerbar5066 8069 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis Shallo's Antique Restaurant & Brewhaus 1949 Tavern (317) 887-1344 | /JacksPizzaSouthIndy 8811 Hardegan St., Indianapolis 614 Main St., Beech Grove Dale's Family Restaurant (317) 882-7997 | shallos.com (317) 743-5550 | /1949tavern 5209 E. Thompson Road, Indianapolis Jaggers (317) 757-8626 | dalesfamilyrestaurant.com 7833 U.S. Hwy 31 S., Indianapolis Shakers Good Eats & Ale Barringer’s Tavern /dalesfamilyrestaurnatindy (317) 781-0855 | eatjaggers.com 142 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis (317) 527-7184 | Shakersgoodeats.com 2535 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis Jersey Mike's Subs (317) 384-1027 | barringerstavern.com Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - Thompson Road 5231 E. Thompson Road, Indianapolis 6815 S. Emerson Ave., Ste. F, Indianapolis Super Golden's Fish & Chicken Baskin-Robbins (317) 782-9887 | dairyqueen.com | /DQ11529 (317) 399-1600 | jerseymikes.com 7021 Madison Ave., Southport | (317) 757-3549 1280 U.S. 31 N., Greenwood Jimmy's Diner Shelby Street The Tailgate (317) 881-0401 | baskinrobbins.com Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 1930 E. Southport Road, Southport 3301 Shelby St., Indianapolis | (317) 784-3752 8028 S. Emerson Ave., Ste. V, Indianapolis Beech Grove Bowl (317) 783-1309 | dairyqueen.com Kim's Kakery, Bakery & Café (317) 851-9983 | thetailgatebar.com 95 N. 2nd Ave., Beech Grove | (317) 784-3743 5452 Madison Ave., Indianapolis /TheIndyTailgate bgbowl.com | /Beech.Grove.Bowl Don Juan Peruvian Sandwiches (317) 784-5253 | kimskbc.com | /kimskbc 3720 E. Raymond St., Indianapolis | (317) 377-4677 Tandoori Flame Bert & Den's Grille /DonJuanPeruvianSandwiches1 King Gyros 4302 S. East St., Indianapolis, IN 4200 S. East St. #6, Indianapolis | (317) 780-7001 3410 S. East St., Indianapolis | (317) 780-0441 (317) 755-1932 | /TandooriFlameIndi In Southern Plaza shopping center Egg Roll King on Madison Ave. kinggyrosindianapolis.com 8021 Madison Ave., Indianapolis | (317) 888-5552 Thai Recipes Restaurant Between the Bun - Burgers, Dogs and More Leonardo's Mexican Food 404 E. Thompson Road, G2, Indianapolis 2222 W. Southport Road, Ste. A, Indianapolis Egg Roll Number 1 7045 Emblem Drive, Indianapolis | (317) 885-4442 (317) 388-5152 | thairecipesrestaurantindy.com (317) 300-8327 | Btbindy.com 4540 S. Emerson Ave., Indianapolis leonardosmexicanfood.com (317) 787-2225 | feggroll1.com Vito Provolone's Italian Restaurant Big Daddy’s Bar & Grill Lincoln Square Pancake House 8031 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis | (317) 88-VITOS 2536 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis | (317) 784-0784 El Meson 8041 Madison Ave., Indianapolis vitoprovolone.com; /vitoprovolones 8810 S. Emerson Ave. #280, Indianapolis (317) 534-0001 | eatatlincolnsquare.com bigdaddysindy.com Wheatley's (317) 889-3711 Madison's Cafe Brewskies Pub & Eatery 8902 Southeastern Ave., Wanamaker 2522 E. County Line Road, Indianapolis | (317) 851-8113 3003 Madison Ave., Indianapolis | (317) 493-1416 7925 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis 5205 Thompson Road, Indianapolis | (317) 757-3628 (317) 862-6622 | wheatleysfishfry.com (317) 862-6998 | /BrewskiesPubEatery elmesonmexicanrestaurant.com McDonald’s - All area locations /wheatleysrestaurant Bubba’s 33 Flashbacks Family Bar & Grille Metro Diner Xtrordinary Pizza 7799 S. U.S. Hwy 31, Indianapolis | (317) 883-4833 6835 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis 7225 U.S. 31 S. East St., Unit A06, Indianapolis 7639 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis Bubbas33.com/locations/Indiana/greenwood (317) 215-4109 | flashbacksbarandgrille.com (317) 285-0149 | metrodiner.com (317) 862-2960 | xtrordinarypizza.com OPEN FOR CARRYOUT! 5 Southside Locations Try our Huge 10-inch Calzones! NEW Mega Pepperoni Pizza OPEN 24/7 Nacho Bacon Cheesebread Roasted Cauliflower • Specialty Pizzas 95 North 2nd Avenue Rent a Storage Unit any Hour of the Day! Beech Grove, IN 46107 CALL US BETWEEN 10:30 AM TO 9:30 PM DAILY. (317) 784-3743 Rent by Phone ~ Call or Text 317-648-2225 bgbowl.com 10% of carryout goes back to the Neumann Fund to help /Beech.Grove.Bowl needy families with meals throughout the shutdown! Rent Online ~ StorageExpress.com 12 Week of May 21-27, 2020 • ss-times.com GRADUATION: Class of 2020 The Southside Times

“I am bummed that my senior year as cut short, “I’m super bummed that I missed out on all the but I still had a lot of great memories throughout senior year festivities and saying goodbye to a high school! I got to participate place that’s felt like home the past four years. On in so many activities that have the other hand, I’m super thankful changed me for the better! Now I I got to play in my senior soccer get to go onto college and make season for Center Grove because some more great memories!” I couldn’t imagine my senior year – ALYSSA STEWART without it.” – BRIANNA POORE “COVID-19 suddenly brought everything to a Beech Grove High School halt. I remember the night I was at choir rehearsal Center Grove High School “While this was not at all the end of the school and was told our competition was year I had hoped for, I am grateful for my time at canceled and everything just got “COVID-19 has affected my senior year by not Center Grove. I am thankful for all “I’m sad at all the events me and my fellow se- worse from there. The coronavirus having a graduation or prom or senior week my teachers and the friends that I niors are missing, especially took away so many experiences I activities. Due to the quarantine, I haven’t been have made as well as the contin- Spring Spectacular, not having a was looking forward to. I certainly able to hang out with my friends. This also affects ued perseverance of administra- proper graduation, and most of didn’t expect my senior year to end if we’re able to do an open house tion and student government to all, COVID-19 has taken me away this way. I just hope things get bet- after graduation, but I’m trying to keep the senior traditions going. from my friends.” ter from here.” make the most of it and hope that With that being said, I cannot wait – SETH RUMLER – JILLIAN CURD we can still try to have a gradua- to attend the University of Cincinnati this com- tion (in person).” ing fall!” – ASHLEY ECK – ELIZABETH JANSEN

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Graduation 2020 continued from page 12. “It’s undeniable that the class of 2020 has been deeply impacted by COVID-19. We didn’t get to finish our senior year of high school or get to say “I never thought my senior year would be cut ‘goodbye’ to many of our friends. Some of us will short by a virus, but with all this craziness going not be able to attend our senior prom or gradu- on I have learned to enjoy the little things in life, ation and that will have a lasting appreciate every moment and every person I’ve impact on our lives. On the other come into contact with. I am very hand, the effects of COVID-19 on excited to start traveling again the class of 2020 has resulted in and having the opportunity to a tremendous amount of support experience new things every day.” from the community, both local – MAECI WEST Lutheran High School and nationwide. It is quite amaz- ing to see how a crisis such as this pandemic has brought the world together in support of my “We are not able to have a senior year and I’m at Greenwood Community class, the CLASS OF 2020. I will never forget how the end of the road for my recovery for ACL, which in times of chaos, peoples’ support and compas- High School made it difficult not being able to sion were able to shine through.” see my physical therapist to do my exercises. Are we going to be able – LAUREN HEDGES to go back to college or have to do the first semester online?” – CHLOE ANDRE

Megan Johns, Valedictorian Bryce Gilbert, Salutatorian

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Left, Principal Kert Boedicker, Valedictorian Joseph Carper, Salutatorian Makayla Gomperts and School Counseling Director Brad Miller. | Above, the Perry Township community congratulates the class of 2020. (Submitted photos)

Graduation 2020 continued on page 16. Roncalli Salutes the Graduating Class of 2020

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Graduation 2020 continued from page 14. one, not just students, must take advantage of “The COVID-19 virus has affected me in my se- ter high school. New protocols will be made that every day you have. With technology constantly nior year because it’s canceled school, prom and affect every citizen’s life and local, state and the surrounding us, it's very easy to taken me away from my friends federal government will adapt to better fight forget the importance of face- and family. My fellow classmates future pandemics. However, none of my future to-face interaction. I also have and I have been robbed of our last plans have been affected, and I still plan to at- learned that we must be grateful months of senior year. However, tend Purdue University to study forestry and wild- for our time that we have with for me there have been many posi- life management.” friends and family; the future is tive aspects that have come out unpredictable and all we can do of this unfortunate time. The first – LEVI RALSTON is adjust with all the changes. I will be attend- and foremost would be it has shown me how ing IU; I hope that I will have a normal start to much I took for granted my Roncalli Rebel fam- college. I wouldn't want to miss out on football ily and those who support me. From teachers to games, moving in and learning independence. friends and family this virus has shown me how Roncalli High School My graduation will be delayed a few months. I much I need them and how much I love them. will still try to celebrate the same as my sister did COVID-19 has also helped me prepare for col- “COVID-19 has cut our year short; we didn't have two years ago.” lege because I’m having to teach certain things differently to myself such as math and anatomy. an ideal end to high school, but it has taught me – SOPHIA GILLILAND and many other people valuable lessons. Every- I am certain that COVID-19 will affect my life af- Graduation 2020 continued on page 17.

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Graduation 2020 continued from page 16. & Crematory, 481 W. Main St., Greenwood, IN 46142. Scott Pierson (Debra); seven grandchildren; and five OBITUARIES Visitation will be limited to 10 visitors at a time and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be today, May 21, cloth face coverings or masks will be required. A from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Mass of Christian burial will be private at St. Barnabas Funeral Home at the Gardens of Olive Branch, 1605 S. Catholic Church, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis. State Road 135, with the service following at 11:30 a.m. Ruth Patricia McClarney She will be buried at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Ruth Patricia “Pat” McClarney, 87, Mary Louise Bradburn died May 8 at Community North Mary Louise Bradburn, 92, widow of Kitty Raufeisen Hospital in Indianapolis. She was Edward S. Bradburn Jr. of Indianapolis, Kitty Raufeisen, aka Grandma Roo, 86, of Indianapolis, a resident of Indianapolis. She died May 16, 2020. The youngest child of died May 9, 2020. She was born June 7, 1933 in was born Feb. 7, 1933, in Watseka, Archibald and Louise Brauer Scott, Mary Bloomington, Ind. to the late Edwin Ray and Ethel May Roncalli High School Ill to Lucille (Brown) Baer and was born Nov. 15, 1927 in Louisville, Ky. (Potter) Echols. She was involved in Beta Sigma Phi CONTINUED Walter Baer. She married Donald She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Sorority, Red Hats, Garfield Bible Study and was one of Wayne McClarney, son of Wayne McClarney, Church, a charter member of St. the beloved “dinosaurs" at Garfield Park United Church owner of McClarney’s Famous Restaurant, on Bernadette Catholic Church and the VFW Auxiliary. of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, “Something positive that has come from COV- June 12, 1955 in Lafayette, Ind. They had three Mary is survived by her children, Barbara Harris, Beverly Roy Raufeisen; and sister, Mary Ward. Kitty is survived by ID-19 is that I've been able to spend the extra time children – Denise Fox (Rich) of Westfield; David (Don) Edwards, Cathleen Malone, David (Rachel) her son, David Michael Spivey; daughters, Cherri Lynn learning about topics I've always McClarney of Indianapolis; and Scott McClarney Bradburn, Carol (Tim) Wilson, Debrah (Larry) Cox and (Brian) Bobbit and Laura (Scott) Kiesel; stepson, Rick wanted to but never had the time, (Tracie) of Greenwood. They had two Linda (Jeff) Huffman; 25 grandchildren, 38 great- Raufeisen; grandchildren, Chelsea Siddique (Iqbal), Ben such as the stock market. I've also grandchildren, Kyle McClarney and McKenzie grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. A Spivey (Kim), Brock Bobbitt (Kim), Bethany McDonald had time to think and appreciate McClarney of Greenwood. Patricia attended private funeral will be held May 23 at 10 a.m. at St. Jude (Bobby), Tony Kiesel (Heather) and Felicia Kiesel; great- Catholic Church. The family welcomes family and grandchildren, Amelia and Eleanor McDonald, Aubrey, all the people I've met and become Indiana University majoring in business. Her husband, Donald McClarney was a 1955 friends to watch the service, which will be live streamed Annabelle, Nora and Wesley Bobbitt, Kai and Ezra close to in high school. My gradu- graduate of the Purdue University School of on Little and Sons Stop 11 Chapel Facebook page. Siddique, Caedon, Ada and Jasper Kiesel; and brother, ation party is being postponed, if Pharmacy. Both Patricia and Donald were active There will be a private visitation for the family on Friday Edwin R. Echols. Visitation will be held May 23 from noon it will even happen, but there will definitely be members of their community on the Southside at Little and Sons Stop 11 Funeral Home. - 1 p.m. at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home at less people than expected. My friends and I will of Indianapolis, serving in many civic and The Gardens of Olive Branch, 1605 S. State Road 135. make sure to do our best to celebrate and spend philanthropic organizations. They were longtime Dolores McKenzie Please respect the COVID-19 restrictions limiting public time together when it is allowed. members of Southport Presbyterian Church. Dolores (Webb) McKenzie, 90, died May 17, 2020. She was gatherings to 25 people and make use of personal My greatest success was helping to create Chan- Patricia was employed by Community South born Jan. 5, 1930 in Indianapolis to the late Clemmons protection. The funeral service will be held privately. Kitty will be buried in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. nel 109, the school news channel that we decided Hospital for 17 years where she worked in the and Evelyn Bandendistel. She married Harry Webb in Medical Records Department. After retiring from 1949; together they had four children, Diane, Stephen, to debut this year and was played in every class- Community South, she was employed by Stein room. As a co-editor of the newspaper, it was Kathy and Randy. She later remarried to David McKenzie Catherine Anne Jorczak Vendl Mart working in the Boutique Department for in 1974. She was a past member of St. Barnabas Catholic Catherine Anne Jorczak Vendl, 69, of great to create a new product that everybody over 10 years. Patricia was a member of Tri-Kappa Church and St. Jude Catholic Church. She loved spending Indianapolis, formerly of North Judson, seemed to love. I am currently the only student Sorority, and also served on the board of the time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She Ind., died May 13, 2020. She was born from Roncalli going to the University of Louis- Women’s Committee of the South Group of the was preceded in death by her son, Stephen Webb; and April 20, 1951 in Chicago to the late ville, and I'm excited for all the new experiences Indianapolis Symphony, where she chaired a sister, Janet Hensley. Survivors include her children, Edwin and Eleanore Muldoon Jorczak. in a new city.” committees and planned many events over the Diane, Kathy and Randy; her grandchildren; and great- Cathy graduated from North Judson- years. She was also an active member of the grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted today, San Pierre High School in 1969. She – JOSEPH WOODRUFF Alliance for the Indianapolis Museum of Art, now May 21, at 1 p.m. at G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue received her BSN at Bethel College in South Bend. She known as Newfields. Patricia was also a member Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, with married her husband, Dennis Lee Vendl, on Aug. 26, of the Red Hat Cultured Pearls group on the visitation from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. She 1972. He preceded her in death Dec. 2, 2018. She Southside, and enjoyed many activities with will be buried at Calvary Cemetery. worked as a nurse at Little Company of Mary in San friends, such as playing bridge and participating Pierre, Our Lady of Holy Cross and at a nursing home in in a bowling league. She was also a member of Stephen Ray Meister Winamac. Survivors include a son, Dennis Vendl, II the Purdue Alumni Association and attended (Angie); a daughter, Anne Francis Decker; two many football games over the years as a member Stephen Ray Meister, 49, of Beech Grove, died May 9, 2020. Stephen was born granddaughters, Lilly Rose Vendl and Ellie Catherine of the John Purdue Club. Patricia also enjoyed Nicole Randall; a grandson: Andrew Walter Lee Randall; traveling as well, and her many adventures April 21, 1971 in Chicago to Melvin and Linda (Shirley) Meister. He married Lisa two brothers: John Stephen (Sandee) Jorczak and included two trips to Europe with her daughter Thomas (Sherry) Jorczak; a sister, Mary Beth Jorczak Denise. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a public True Oct. 28, 1989. Steve was a pastor at Southwood Baptist Church in Beech (Gary Grube); a sister-in-law, Patricia Jorczak; a brother- service will not be held. A private service for in-law, Larry Vendl; two nieces, eight nephews; several family was held on May 20 at G.H. Herrmann Grove. Stephen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Melvin Sr. and Gloria Meister and great-nieces and nephews and cousins. She was Funeral Home, followed by interment at preceded in death by her son-in-law, Christopher Greenwood Cemetery. After COVID-19 Willard and Annie Shirley. Stephen is survived by his wife, Lisa Meister; children, Lucas Meister, Dillon Meister Randall; sister-in-law, Patricia Vendl; cousin, Robert Southport High School restrictions are lifted, the family plans to host a Gee; and several other family members. A visitation is celebration of life event to honor her memory, so (Sarah), Aries Meister, Stevi Joy Meister, Aaron Meister and Elijah Meister; parents, Melvin and Linda Meister; scheduled today, May 21 from 1-3 p.m. at Lauck & that family and friends can gather to remember Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services, Indianapolis. her and to celebrate her wonderful life. In lieu of grandchildren, Jack Meister, Finn Meister and one on flowers memorial contributions may be made to the way, Rhett Meister; and siblings, Sharon Zeedyk the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box (Lial), Larry Meister (Becky) and Becky Smith (Chuck). A William A. Ward Jr. 15829, Arlington, VA 22215. visitation for Stephen will be held May 23 from 9 a.m.- William A. Ward Jr., 92, of Indianapolis, died May 16, noon at Little & Sons Funeral Home, 4901 E Stop Eleven 2020. He was born April 18, 1928 in Indianapolis to the Road, Indianapolis, IN 46237. A private family funeral late William Alfred Ward, Sr. and Stella Frances (Fryman) service will immediately follow at noon at the funeral Ward. He served his country in the United States Air Anne M. Basso home. The family will be inviting those closest to Steve Force during the Korean War. He married Mary Ella Anne M. Basso, 92 of Greenwood, died May 17, 2020. for this portion of the services. The service will be live (Echols) Ward on Dec. 28, 1951; they were married for She was born July 10, 1927 in Topoľčany, Slovakia streamed at noon on the Little & Sons Indianapolis 64 years until her death in 2016. He enjoyed traveling, to the late Robert and Alojsia (Baluch) Gasparik. She Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. fishing and watchingCountry’s Family Reunion on DVDs. married John Victor Basso Jan. 21, 1955. He preceded He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ella Ward; her in death Nov. 29, 2009. Anne was employed with Beverly Ann Pierson and a son, David W. Ward in 1997. Survivors include his Canadian Pacific, New York Central and Chicago Beverly Ann Pierson, 85, of Indianapolis, died May 16, daughters, Patty Lou Ward, Nancy Jean (James Ricardo) South Shore and South Bend Railroads, retiring as 2020. She was born April 20, 1935 in Indianapolis to the Vickers and Susan Marie (James Allen) Robinson; eight Isabel Turner Mary Schuessler administration assistant. She also retired from the late Alva “Bud” Wilson and the late Florence Oneita Ivy. grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great-great- VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORIAN State of Indiana as an administrative assistant. She was She graduated from Shortridge High School in 1953. granddaughter; one on the way; and seven siblings. a member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church. She also Beverly worked as a bank teller for Merchants Bank Visitation will be held today, May 21, from noon until the was preceded in death by her sister, Veronica (Joseph) for several years, as well as an accounting clerk for time of service at 2 p.m. at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Stanek. Anne is survived by her three sons, Robert Dunham Belting and Supply. Beverly was married to Funeral Home, 1605 S. State Road 135, Greenwood. Bill James (Kris) Basso, John Michael Basso and Thomas her late husband, Keith S. Pierson for 65 years. She was will be buried at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Alan (Gayle) Basso; six grandchildren, David, Valerie, proceeded in death by her husband, Keith S. Pierson; Erin, Travis, Tyler and Leah; and six great-grandchildren, parents, Alva “Bud” Wilson and Florence Oenita Ivy; Obituaries are printed free of charge. 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