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Autism Community 2 Connection connects those Elanco to locate global about 575 new, high-wage jobs by the end of with autism and their families headquarters in 2030. Elanco develops products and knowledge with services and programs. services to prevent and treat disease in farm What is the name of its group Elanco Animal Health Inc., the second-largest animals and pets in 90 countries. that connects adults with independent animal health company in the SERVING THE SOUTHSIDE SINCE 1928 monthly social opportunities? world, has announced that it will locate its global ss-times.com/elanco-to- ❏ headquarters in . The locate-global-headquarters- A. Sensory Friendly company expects to break ground in Indianapolis Indianapolis in-indianapolis Gerald Sargent, Publisher Emeritus in the first half of 2021 and will create up to (1925- 2015) ❏ B. The Umbrella Social Group A PRODUCT OF ❏ C. Jigsaw Rick Myers, Editor/Publisher ❏ D. Spectrums of Fun Group Brian Kelly, Chief Executive Officer Haunts & Jaunts discusses Stephanie Dolan 3 Ouija boards this week. Director of Operations What movie put a new spin on the board game? Nancy Price, Managing Editor MEMBERS OF Mark Gasper ❏ A. Amityville Horror Digital Sales Coordinator ❏ B. The Shining ❏ C. The Blair Witch Project Asha Patel ❏ D. The Exorcist Production Manager | Graphic Designer

Landon Blackwell, a Center 4 Grove senior, has placed For more information, contact us at: more than 2,000 flags on local [email protected] veterans’ graves. In what military Tel. 317.300.8782 • Fax. 317.300.8786 branch has he enlisted? 7670 U.S. 31 S., Indianapolis, IN 46227 ❏ A. Marines www.icontimes.com ❏ B. Space Force Grow Local Media, LLC ❏ C. The Air Force ©2020. All Rights Reserved. ❏ D. Coast Guard COVID can’t stop virtual fundraising for The Salvation Army this season with the help of GetGo Café + Market. (Submitted photo) What classic movie, despite 5 mediocre reviews when The views of the columnists in The Southside it first came out, became a friends and co-workers can take part in a friendly Times are their own and do not necessarily GetGo Café + Market reflect the positions of this newspaper. Christmas tradition due to a fundraising competition. Giant Eagle-owned clerical error, according to this matches funds donated to convenience store chain GetGo Café + Market week’s movie review? The Salvation Army is offering a $5,000 matching gift for donations made to the online campaign through Dec. 18. The Southside Times is published by Grow Local ❏ A. Home Alone The Salvation Army’s first Virtual Red Kettle Media, LLC. Content published alongside this icon ❏ B. It’s a Wonderful Life Campaign invites the public to become a “Virtual ss-times.com/getgo-cafe- is sponsored by one of our valued advertisers. ❏ C. Miracle on 34th Street Bell Ringer” this season from home. Volunteers Sponsored content is produced or commissioned ❏ D. Rudolph the may share a link to social media, set personal market-matches-funds-donated- by advertisers working in tandem with Grow Local Media’s sales Red Nosed Reindeer fundraising goals and create teams where to-the-salvation-army representatives. Sponsored content may not reflect the views of The Southside Times publisher, editorial staff or graphic design team. The Southside Times is devoted to clearly differentiating SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 14. For more information on these articles and other timely news, visit ss-times.com. between sponsored content and editorial content. Potential To join the conversation, visit our Facebook page or advertisers interested in sponsored content should call: follow us on Twitter @southsidetimes. (317) 300-8782 or email: [email protected]. ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 3 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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Andrew St. John with his wife, Ashton; son, Maxwell St. John died last year at Fort Hood, Texas. and daughter, Audrey. (Submitted photo) Rememberinga Hoosier legacy (Submitted photo)

Central Nine Career Center Training Facility. About 50 people attend- the news on our way home after picking him St. John was deployed to Iraq and Af- ed the memorial for the staff sergeant, de- up,” she recalled. “That always surprised me ghanistan and was awarded the Army Com- honors driven and ambitious scribed as someone with integrity and love for his age.” mendation Medal, two Army Achievement Greenwood solider with for his community. “His grandfathers both served in the mili- medals, the Army Reserve Components “We are here today because a sacrifice was tary and his Uncle Boddy was a fire- Achievement Medal, the Army Good Con- building dedication made to advance our collective security,” said fighter,” she added. “In high school duct Medal, the NATO Medal and the In- U.S. Rep Trey Hollingsworth of ’s 9th a recruiter talked about the mili- diana Military Volunteer Emblem. By Nancy Price Congressional district. “I know... the impact tary and he knew that is what he Neal Smith contributed to this story. Andrew made on those he met was pro- wanted to do. He also was ex- Can-Do Attitude found and large. But we're here not just be- cited about the adventure and For some, success comes easy in life. For oth- cause of those he met, not just because of going places he normally would “Dedicating that facility to Andrew is ers, success is a challenge – the result of deter- those he interacted with, but because 330 not see. He wanted to be all he a huge honor and I believe that if the stu- mination, hard work, passion and persistence. million Americans will lead better lives, will could be.” dents that train there can come out with half of the dedica These qualities are remembered – and lead safer lives, because of him.” Christian Kelley, - honored – by those who knew Staff Sgt. An- “Although I didn’t personally know An- St. John’s best friend, tion, passion and desire to drew St. John. drew, his friends and family talked about his said he wanted to do serve that Andrew had then A local career center’s training facility has sense of humor and his love for his country,” great things in life the world will truly be a been dedicated to the Greenwood solider said Joe Hubbard, vice president of Central and thought the mili- safer place,” said Capt. Joel who was killed last year during a training ex- Nine Career Center. “As a veteran myself I felt tary’s structure could DeWitt of the Nineveh ercise in Fort Hood, Texas. obligated to make sure we pay respect to his help him in the fu- Fire Department. St. John, 29, was a Nineveh firefighter and sacrifice and to ensure a past student will not ture. “Andrew wasn’t “I still remember the served as an infantryman with Company B, be forgotten while encouraging our current the greatest student, day he called me before 1st Battalion, 151st Infantry Regiment with students to serve their community, too. Our but he had more drive deploying to Haiti on the the Indiana Army National Guard when job is to prepare our students for a post-ed- and ambition than humanitarian mission af- he passed away on Aug. 15, 2019. He was ucation life and there is no better way to do anyone I have ever ter the earthquake,” Kelley a graduate of Martinsville High School and that than to ensure they don’t forget our past seen,” Kelley said. “No added. “Andrew was very Central Nine, where he earned EMT and fire students’ journeys and choices in life.” matter how difficult a proud of all of his accom- certifications. task was if Andrew plishments but the big- An Old Soul had his mind set on gest achievement to him Integrity and Love it, he would accom- was being a loving father.” for Community Dana Conley, St. John’s stepmother, re- plish it. I think this “He has left a legacy for members him as small in stature but car- trait was what made his kids and for those lives The memorial service was held Oct. 21 on ing, determined and wise beyond his years. him so successful in that he has touched in his the campus of Central Nine Career Center “When he was in elementary school, he everything that he did.” short time here on earth,” for the SSGT Andrew St. John. Memorial would always talk about what he watched on added Conley.

Above left, Dana Conley, St. John’s Above left, Capt. Joel DeWitt of the stepmother, spoke at Central Nine’s Nineveh Fire Department recalled building dedication in October. | St. John’s dedication. | Above right, Above right, Indiana Congressman Major General Martin Umbarger Trey Hollingsworth spoke of St. expressed appreciation to Central John’s impact. | Right, Capt. Nine for recognition of St. John’s life Harvey Studer, U.S. Army, described and service. | Left, Christian Kelley St. John as “a phenomenal soldier.” described his best friend, St. John, (Photos by Neal Smith) as dedicated. (Photos by Neal Smith) Fellow soldiers from the Indiana National Guard were in attendance at the dedication. (Photo by Neal Smith) ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 5 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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Indianapolis Symphonic future of choral music. “Heart of God” was Choir’s annual Festival of Carols composed by internationally awarded Span- to air Dec. 21 ish composer Francisco Carbonell, music di- rector and organist at St. John the Evange- list Catholic Church in Indianapolis, while Holiday performance – A Midwest holiday he was isolated in a single room with CO- tradition and season highlight for the city VID-19 symptoms in March. The Indianap- of Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Symphon- olis Symphonic Choir’s second release on ic Choir’s annual Festival of Carols will cel- major recording label Naxos Records, Festi- ebrate 30 years with a special broadcast of val of Carols (released in 2019) features the the performance on MyINDY-TV 23. Fol- 150-voice Indianapolis Symphonic Choir lowing sell-out runs across multiple live per- performing a collection of beloved Christ- formances over the last five years, the 2020 mas repertoire along with Grammy award- broadcast performance comes in lieu of a winning soprano Sylvia McNair and the In- live audience due to ongoing COVID-19 dianapolis Chamber Orchestra, under the precautions. Tune in on Monday, Dec. 21 direction of Symphonic Choir Artistic Di- at 7 p.m. Although the Symphonic Choir is rector Eric Stark. For more information, and best known for performing classical music, to purchase a copy of the Festival of Carols Festival of Carols features a selection of fan- CD, visit indychoir.org. Don’t miss Sym- favorite and traditional holiday music, along phonic Choir carolers during Christmas at with musical surprises for the whole family. the Zoo! The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir The performance will feature Indianapolis is proud to partner with the Indianapolis native and world-renowned soprano Angela Zoo by providing carolers on select Satur- Brown, whose presence has been at the fore- day evenings during Christmas at the Zoo, front of opera, concert and empowerment presented by Donatos and Teachers Credit through music across the globe. Festival of Left, Landon Blackwell was sworn into the U.S. Air Union. Octets of singers scattered through- Carols will also feature the world premiere Force last month. | Right, Blackwell has placed out the Zoo will perform both sacred and of “Heart of God,” winner of the 11th Annual more than 2,000 flags on the graves of local secular holiday carols to enhance patron ex- Christmas Carol Commission Competition, veterans. (Submitted photos) periences on the following Saturdays: Dec. 5, an initiative as part of the Indianapolis Sym- 12 and 19 from 6-9 p.m. phonic Choir’s ongoing commitment to the No Heroes Left Behind

FEATURE ant, Greenwood, Forrest Lawn, Green Lawn and a few others. “I've placed more than 2,000 flags over the three By Stephanie Dolan years I've done it,” he said. I've always referred to it as ‘flag proj- All parents are proud of their chil- ect’, but I want to make it official right dren, but Lisa Blackwell of Greenwood now. So I’m naming it ‘No Heroes Left may have a few extra reasons to crow Behind,’" he said. about her son, Landon. Blackwell said her son has always The 18-year-old Center Grove High been a patriot. “He’s always said, ‘I’m School senior makes annual trips to lo- going to go into the military,’ and he cal Johnson County cemeteries on Me- kept on with that mentality all through morial Day and Veterans Day to put middle school and high school.” American flags on the graves of veter- Landon was in the Civil Air Patrol ans. “I've been doing this project since from 2014-2016. my freshman year,” Landon said. “It’s kind of like a baby branch of the “He knew he wanted to do something Pictured, from left to right: Dick Hester, Columbia Club; Marc Adetou, OF&F board member; Molly English, club Air Force,” Blackwell said. “As young in his own way to say, ‘thank you’ to our employee; Corey Lowery, OF&F executive director; John McGoff, club president; Beverly Smith-Bogan, club men they learn the routines. It’s a cadet veterans,” Blackwell said. employee & OF&F board member and Jeff Webb OF&F peer volunteer. (Submitted photo) program sponsored by U.S. Air Force “I first started off taking donations from Auxiliary.” Go Fund Me and donations from friends Landon was officially sworn into the Columbians rally to to be pillars of society by helping those less and family,” Landon said. “All money went Air Force on Nov. 9 and ships out Aug. support Operation Find & Feed fortunate. Columbians came forward and to high quality American flags and I took 3, 2021, a few months after he graduates stepped up considerably donating many none of the money for myself. Then I this Holiday Season from high school. items for the homeless including warm switched over to the Greenwood Ameri- clothing items, blankets, hygiene products He will work with K9 handling for Donation – In a time when many charitable can Legion for quick donations. They've and non-perishable food items. These re- Security Forces. “I’ll be doing security organizations are seeking support during a donated 500 to me once, and I’ll come to sources will be allocated to displaced resi- forces for an eight-year contract proud- challenging year, The Leadership & Civic them for more soon.” dents who rely on the goodwill of Indianap- ly serving my country and founding fa- Engagement Committee of the Columbia Landon said he’s visited many ceme- olis citizens through the charitable work of thers,” he said. Club chose to encourage Columbians to teries in Indiana such as Mount Pleas- Operation Find & Feed which serves over give back to the community. This commit- 200 people on a weekly basis. tee has a mission of inspiring Columbians 6 Week of December 10-16, 2020 • ss-times.com COMMUNITY The Southside Times

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Franklin Township Historical Society ‘Old Fashioned Christmas’ event to stream online version this Sunday

Holiday event – The Franklin Township Historical Society announced a few weeks ago that its annual “Old Fashioned Christ- Franciscan Health Indianapolis mas” event would not take place in person changes hours of operations for this year, due to public health concerns. drive-through COVID-19 testing However, the society will be streaming an online version with holiday histories, sto- COVID-19 Testing – Franciscan Health Indi- ries, music and more. The 30-minute video anapolis has changed its hours of operations will premiere on YouTube and Facebook Live for drive-through COVID-19 testing, effec- on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. EST. And just tive Nov. 17. Located on the east side of the like the in-person event, the video is free. campus (8111 S. Emerson Ave.), adjacent to The online Old Fashioned Christmas will the emergency department, the new hours The Marion County Health Department has moved its Southside drive-through testing facility to the Marion be available at tinyurl.com/fths-christmas. are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday County Fairgrounds. (Photo by Neal Smith) Those who can’t make the live premiere will and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. not miss out, as the video will remain avail- Due to volume capacity, Franciscan Health able on the Society's YouTube channel for reserves the right to close the testing line en- Reason for recent peak in Perry Township later viewing. The video link will also be able trance earlier if necessary. Testing will not to be accessed at the Franklin Township His- be conducted on Christmas and New Year’s COVID cases remains a mystery torical Society's website, FTHS.org, and on Day. Patients must have a doctor’s order and its Facebook page. must register the day they wish to be test- ed and not in advance. Registration can be FEATURE Brantingham recommends continuing the made by calling (317) 528-8974. Upon arriv- practices of wearing masks, social distancing and hand washing. al, patients will remain in their vehicles and By Neal Smith must wear acceptable cloth or blue surgical IUPUI's Polis Center is keeping track of the zip code ratings. SAVI Center Geo- masks. Masks with air vents are discouraged. There's no specific reason that Perry Town- graphic Information Coordinator Marianne Patients can learn the results of their tests ship’s zip code (46227) was recently the worst Cardwell said they don't know for sure why from Franciscan MyChart or through their COVID-19 spot in Marion County, but data it changes, but acknowledged demograph- doctor’s offices. Should patients have ques- released by the Indiana State Department of ics could be to blame. “Not every zip code tion, they may call (317) 528-8974. Health (ISDH) for the first half of Novem- has the same number of people living in it,” ber showed 46227 to be the worst in Marion she said, which can give a false impression, County and seventh worst in the state. National VFW approves and varies based on demographic informa- The zip code has just over 57,000 residents ‘Rider Group’ for VFW 5864 tion such as age and race. “It also depends Pictured are, from left to right: Bryan Kittleson, vice and covers 17 square miles. president, Kroger Central Division; Eric Halvorson; on how many tests are given in an area.” To manager of corporate affairs, Kroger Central Motorcycle group – The National VFW view the changing data go to savi.org/savi- Division; Colleen Juergensen, president, Kroger has recently approved a “Rider (motorcycle) According to the ISHD, the seven worst talks/health-and-economic-impacts-of-cov- Central Division; and John Elliott, president and CEO, Group” for VFW Post 5864. Rodney Davis, COVID hot spots (on Nov. 15) included: id-19-on-neighborhoods. Gleaners Food Bank. (Submitted photo) a VFW member of the post and a member • West Lafayette (47906): 2,798 cases Meanwhile, the Marion County Health of a nearby Legion Rider Group headed the Department has moved its Southside drive- • Crown Point (46307): 2,757 cases committee to get things underway. He was through testing facility from the South Dis- Kroger donates to Gleaners Food • Elkhart (46516): 2,368 cases Bank on Giving Tuesday helped by Mark Quinn. Both are members of trict Health Office to the Marion County the Legion Riders at American Legion 252. If • Elkhart (46514): 2,364 cases Fairgrounds, 7300 E. Troy Ave., and can pro- • Goshen (46526): 2,338 cases Giving Tuesday – you are interested in being part of this group, vide a covered area for testing. Testing will Kroger enjoyed a pro- let us know. VFW members, Auxiliary mem- • Logansport (46947): 2,300 cases be offered weekly on Tuesdays and Thurs- ductive Giving Tuesday event last week for bers and friends and supporters of veterans • Indianapolis (46227): 2,034 cases days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The entrance is Gleaners Food Bank by donating $15,000. A are eligible to join the group. Our goal is to through Gate 4. An appointment is required number of Kroger’s vendor partners joined bring in men and women from American for testing. representatives at the food bank and added For the first week in December, 46227 had Legion Post 1919; from Voiture 145 of the reduced to be a medium activity area. MCPHD will eventually move all CO- $11,050 of their own contributions. Giving 40 & 8 organization and the VFW Auxiliary VID-19 drive-through testing to an indoor Tuesday, held annually in the U.S. on each as members of the group. You will not have What makes one zip code area or covered location to protect workers and Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is “a global gen- to have a motorcycle to be a member of this those seeking testing from winter weather erosity movement that unleashes the power of group. Poker Runs and other events will be more vulnerable than others? conditions. people and organizations to transform their scheduled to earn money for various proj- “The hot spots move around,” said Marion To register and receive an appointment communities and their world.” (givingtues- ects and individual groups. A meeting will time for free COVID-19 testing through day.org/givingtuesday-faq) It was created in County Health Department spokesperson be scheduled before Christmas to discuss Curt Brantingham. For example, the spike the Marion County Public Health Depart- 2012 as a day that encourages people to do when we plan to kick things off. If you are ment, please visit mcphdredcap.hhcorp.org/ good. Over the past seven years, this idea has could be due to more than the recommend- truly interested in joining this group, contact ed number of people showing up at various surveys/?s=A4F4NY3PDH. grown into a global movement that inspires Rodney Davis at [email protected] or call Residents who do not have internet access hundreds of millions of people to give, collab- events or crowds attending shopping centers Steve Milbourn at (317) 525-7291 or email that recently opened or would soon close. or need help completing the online registra- orate and celebrate generosity. him at [email protected]. tion should call (317) 221-5515. ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 7 The Southside Times TIMESOGRAPHY

Beech Grove Main Street businesses participate in window decorating contest

By Nancy Price Beech Grove businesses along and on the sides of Main Street are engaging in some NEED OCCUPATIONAL/ friendly competition during the holiday season. The Beech PHYSICAL THERAPY? Grove Senior Center is host- Rain or Shine, We’re on Our Way! ing a decorating contest for lo- cal businesses, and you can help It can be difficult for decide the winner. a lot of our patients to travel. This week the public is in- vited to judge the best store- 1. Our OCCUPATIONAL/ front window. To participate, PHYSICAL THERAPISTS help the pick up a ballot(s) in front patient focus their energy on of Beech Grove Senior Cen- ter at 602 Main St. by Friday, healing and not worrying about Dec. 11. Bring your family and making travel arrangements to drive along Main Street to de- an outpatient clinic. cide which decorated business is your favorite. Don’t forget to check out City Hall. Outpatient Therapy After you’ve made your de- at Your Doorstep. cision, drop off your ballot(s) in the drop off box by Dec. 11 Call us today 317-332-9861! at 3 p.m. Winners will be an- nounced at 6 p.m. in front of the senior center. Be on the lookout for Santa – he’ll make an ap- pearance as well. For questions or more infor- mation, call Beech Grove Se- nior Center at (317) 788-4987, 2. email Stephanie Bramlett, di- rector of seniors, at Stephanie. 1. Creative Artisan Vendor Mall with antique items for sale. 2. Beech Grove Senior Center shows [email protected] or off its holiday spirit. 3. Marketplace on Main is hosting a Christmas Open House this weekend. 4. go to beechgrove.com/elton-h- Eckstein Shoe Repair displays figurines of carolers in its window. 5. The Tea Room of Rustic Root with geshwiler-senior-center. its iconic truck. (Photos by Nancy Price)

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FROM THE EDITOR STARS & STRIKES ON THE SOUTHSIDE HUMOR

Third annual resolution The Southside Times is all about people and done something nice, no matter how small, our community. What do you like in your and should be recognized? Email your “Stars for Stomach Cancer neighborhood? What don’t you like? Who has and Strikes” to [email protected]. Awareness Month in memory of Indy reporter Star: to socially distanced fun on Star: to Ladies’ Fun Night: Christ- Main Street in Beech Grove. To- mas Musical Bingo tomorrow night U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) intro- morrow is the last day to vote on your fa- at Hornet Park Community Center. duced a bipartisan resolution marking No- vorite window decorations on and along vember 2020 as Stomach Cancer Awareness Main Street for businesses participating in Star: to 2020 Dec-A-Tree at John- Month. The third annual resolution was first Beech Grove Senior Center’s decorating son County Museum of History. introduced in 2018 in memory of Indy Star contest for local businesses. Stop by the museum and vote on your fa- Top 10 snowman reporter and columnist Matthew Tully who vorite nonprofit’s or local organization’s complaints for 2020 lost his battle to stomach cancer that year. Star: to giving to local nonprofits tree this month. The two trees that receive The resolution, cosponsored by Senators whose normal fundraising activities the most votes and the judge’s choice tree By Torry Stiles Mike Braun (R-Ind.) and Ben Cardin (D- have been canceled this year to COVID. will receive cash prizes. Md.), passed the Senate unanimously. 10. This whole global warming thing is Stomach cancer is the fifth most common Star: to supporting small locally Star: to WIBC’s 26th 36-hour ra- getting us worried. A bunch of us are type of cancer worldwide. Risk factors may owned businesses by shopping at diothon this weekend with a goal to lookin’ to move up to Canada as soon as include diet, gender, age, ethnicity, geog- them during the holidays. raise $275,000 for The Salvation Army of they drop the COVID restrictions. raphy, smoking, obesity, previous stomach Central Indiana. The radiothon kicks off at 9. Neighbor lady’s got a dachshund with a surgery, pernicious anemia, Menetrier dis- 6 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 11 and wraps up at 6 bad bladder and I’m getting tired of look- ease, type A blood, family history of stom- p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21. Follow along at ing like a Mountain Dew commercial. ach cancer, occupations, Epstein-Barr infec- toteboard.wibcradiothon.com/toteboard. tion and some stomach polyps. 8. This nylon and rayon crap ain’t got Stomach cancer is also one of the most none of the magic like that old silk hat difficult to detect in its early stages due to they found. few symptoms. The following general symp- 7. Last time I did the “thumpity-thump- toms, however, may occur: thump” thing the cops busted me for a noise violation. • Indigestion, stomach discomfort, or heartburn • Nausea or loss of appetite 6. Try wearing a mask when you’ve got a carrot for a nose. • Feeling tired QUOTE OF THE WEEK 5. The HOA is having us outlawed as “un- The resolution expresses support for more approved decorations.” Stupid stuff like education of patients and health care pro- that. Makes me wanna kick ‘em in the viders and more research into early diagno- snowballs. sis, screening and treatment. 4. Cops keep stopping me to check what’s in Late-stage cancers are associated with the the corncob pipe. following symptoms: “Whenever you do a thing, 3. Had a kid who didn’t have a broom, so • Blood in the stool or stools that are black in color he brought out the Roomba. Dang thing • A bloated feeling after eating, even when eating sucked up a pound of snow, shorted out a small amount act as if all the world were watching.” and caught fire. Now I’m a lot skinnier on that side and Mom is ticked off. • Vomiting after meals – Thomas Jefferson • Unintended weight loss 2. The snowwoman next door gave me the • Stomach pain, especially after meals cold shoulder. • Weakness and fatigue 1. The Green New Deal people are after my “two eyes made out of coal.” “In a year where so much of our health care conversation has revolved around the current pandemic, it’s also important to READERS' WRITES continue to raise awareness about diseases that have afflicted Americans for decades,” said Senator Young. “It is my hope that our Bridge reopened the city of Indianapolis for their quick work third annual resolution will bring awareness on this project and paying for the improve- to stomach cancer so that we can detect and The bridge located out on old Church- ment. A great example of a partnership be- BELIEVE IT! treat this disease sooner and save more lives.” man Avenue is finally open. This bridge tween two separate municipalities. Please Although November was Stomach Can- was closed after inspection by both the city wear a mask in public and remember to con- cer Awareness Month, raising aware- of Beech Grove and the city of Indianapo- duct social distancing while in a room with Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical ness about stomach cancer is important other people. laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one lis, and was determined to be unsafe. The with you ... throughout the year. old bridge was completely removed, a creek For ideas on raising awareness and fund- wall stabilization project took place, and a Respectfully submitted, In Oklahoma, people who make “ugly faces” at ing, please go to nostomachforcancer.org/get- brand-new bridge was built. Thanks goes Dennis B. Buckley dogs may be fined and/or jailed. involved/stomach-cancer-awareness-month. out to Dan Parker (Indy DPW director) and Mayor, city of Beech Grove Source: dumblaws.com ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 9 The Southside Times VIEWS

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Beech Grove High School receives • Creating a comprehensive athletic health care • Developing injury and illness prevention strat- Kelti Wise enrolls at administrative system egies, including protocols for environmental Safe Sports School Award conditions the University of Findlay • Coordinating per-participation physical ex- Athletics – Beech Grove High School re- aminations • Creating and rehearsing venue-specific Emer- Academics – Kelti Wise, of Greenwood, gency Action Plans cently received the National Athletic Train- • Promoting safe and appropriate practice and 46143, has enrolled at the University of Findlay ers' Association Safe Sports School Award. competition facilities • Providing psycho-social consultation and nutri- for fall 2020. New students began their studies tional counseling/education NATA created the award to recognize and • Planning for selection, fit, function and proper at UF on Aug. 17. Wise is pursuing a degree in champion schools nationwide that are com- maintenance of athletic equipment • Educating athletes and parents about the po- exercise science for health professions. tential benefits and risks in sports as well as their mitted to enhancing safety in sports. This • Providing a permanent, appropriately equipped responsibilities award recognizes the commitment of BGHS area to evaluate and treat injured athletes to student-athlete safety and the athletic training profession through:

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sessions for individual with autism or fam- Circle B Construction Systems ily members affected by autism,” added Higgins. “Trained therapists specializing offers matching donation to help Autism in autism will strive to help individuals and Community Connection families through difficult parts of the au- tism journey.” Due to COVID-19, ACC’s annual Trivia FEATURE decided to update the name to the Autism Night fundraiser had to be cancelled, which Community Connection to reflect more prompted Circle B Construction Servic- accurately what we do – connect the au- es to offer the $5,000 donation match. “As By Nancy Price tism community.” a parent of a son with autism, I have seen ACC connects adults with autism to so- A Southside dry wall contractor is first-hand the benefits of the program of- cial opportunities. Last year, the organi- matching donations up to $5,000 to help fered by JCASG/ACC,” said John Abbott, zation created a group, Jigsaw, that meets a Johnson County autism nonprofit with president of Circle B Construction. “Circle monthly and plans their own activities. services and programs. B is once again proud to partner with ACC “The activities are intended to help fos- Circle B Construction Systems is a long- to further support their mission and benefit ter friendships, increase independent liv- time supporter of Autism Community these individuals and families.” ing skills, create community involvement Connection (ACC), formerly known as “We have numerous opportunities for and job-related skills,” said Higgins. “We Johnson County Autism Support Group businesses to show their support for the are currently looking to hire a new group (JCASG). JCASG was created in February organization and those affected by au- leader to expand the program.” of 2005 by a small group of parents. tism,” said Higgins. “The options can be My Summer Journey is a summer day “Throughout the years the organization through online social media donations, re- program for teenagers with autism. “The has supported individuals and families af- ward programs, employee matching pro- fun-filled days help keep kids in a routine fected by autism in Johnson County via grams, sponsorships of a specific ACC so- that can make the transition back to school support groups, events, walks, resources cial events or programs.” much easier,” she said. and more,” said Kelli Higgins, executive di- The Family Support program works with rector for ACC. “In 2019, the board of di- FOR MORE INFORMATION individuals with autism and their families rectors went through a strategic planning looking for additional autism information autismcc-in.org/ process to evaluate the local needs of those and resources, such as local organizations matching-challenge-donation affected by autism and how the organiza- and autism service programs. Top, this year, Autism Community Connection hosts tion could grow to service the community In addition, ACC has partnered with a Virtual Breakfast with Santa event. | Bottom, with more information and resources. As two local counseling centers. “ACC will Young Adult Connections plans monthly activities. a result of this evaluation process, it was help fund the cost of several counseling (Submitted photos) WHEATLEY’S Celebrate Holidays ADRIAN ORCHARDS INDOOR AND OUTDOOR with an Ice Cream Cake! SEATING OPEN NOW!

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BEECH GROVE 327 Main St. | Info: (317) 787-5547; : American 1718 Bates-Hendricks Legion Beech Grove #276. Housebar Buzz Club 2020-2021 • An afterschool program for BGCS students Monday-Friday in grades K-6 FRANKLIN Looking for a laid-back and friendly, until 6 p.m., providing a hot dinner, homework yet somewhat sophisticated help, special programs and transportation pro- It’s A Wonderful Life • An angel is sent from heav- neighborhood bar to relax after work vided from school to HPCC; care provided by BG en to help a desperately frustrated businessman without the hassle of paid parking teachers and aides. $35 a week (additional chil- by showing him what life would have been like if near downtown? Welcome to 1718 dren in the same family will be $20 per week). To he had never existed. | When: Friday, Dec. 11 at 2 Bates-Hendricks Housebar. “We have a print a registration form, go to hornetparkcommu- p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. and small but mighty menu of small bites, Baby, It’s cold outside - warm up with some chili. nitycenter.com/buzz-club; to register, go to bit.ly/ 5:30 p.m. | Where: Artcraft Theatre, 57 N. Main St., hand-crafted sandwiches and a larger (Submitted photo) buzzclub2020. | When: Continues M-F until 6 p.m. Franklin. | Info: (317) 736-6823; historicartcraft- list of old-school cocktails, craft beers | Where: 5245 Hornet Ave. | Info: communitycen- theatre.org. and cask-crafted wines,” according to [email protected]. the establishment’s Facebook page. “We tried unexpected place,” according to a review. “Great GREENWOOD to keep as much of the 1900 house as we could atmosphere, good service and the drinks are on Hornet Park Community Food Pantry Food – from floors to doors – we tried to maintain point. One thing I have come to test a bar on is Drive • The Hornet Park Pantry is running low on if they can make a good old fashion and they The SALI Super Christmas Sale • Our member what makes Bates-Hendricks such a cool local.” non-perishable foods. Can you help? While we are Locals enjoy the atmosphere, pet-friendly patio definitely did not disappoint.” always accepting donations, we are asking our artists will be exhibiting a special collection of original art works this Christmas season. Many and variety of adult beverages, which includes community friends to please help us restock our local Sun King beer; sandwiches, beef dogs, LOCATION: pieces are small and inexpensive, perfect for gift 1718 S. East St. pantry in preparation for the holidays. Accept- chili and soups of the day. “A true treasure in an ing items: canned fruits/veggies; canned foods; giving. A wide variety of styles, subjects, media Indianapolis, IN 46225 canned sauce; rice; pasta; juice; snacks; oatmeal. and prices will be available, including matted Donations can be dropped off at the community giclee prints, original framed and unframed art, center during business hours. Thank you for help- ceramic sculpture, paper sculpture and greeting BEHIND BARS WHERE I DINE ing us serve our community! | When: Through Dec. cards. A layaway plan is available. | When: Dec. 23. | Where: 5245 Hornet Ave. | Info: hornetpark- 2-23, Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 communitycenter.com. p.m.; closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Please Winter Slush Betsy Woodward, Franklin call SALI to arrange for viewing by appointment at Christmas Window Contest • Help us turn 2020’s any other time. | Where: The Southside Art League, Bartender: Where do you like to dine? from face upside down. Please take part in our Inc. (SALI) Off Broadway Gallery, 299 E. Broadway Brenda Kyle, Beech Grove The Twisted Sicilian Christmas window contest. The winner will receive a St. | Info: SALI at (317) 882-5562. Market & Eatery small trophy donated by Sutterfield’s trophies, three 1949 Tavern & Coffee House: What do you like Christmas lanterns and bragging rights. We will Rib Eye Steak Dinners • Rib eye steak dinners are 614 Main St. back at the Greenwood VFW! Rib eye steak as you Beech Grove, IN 46107 to eat there? ask the public to vote, with all votes being turned Lemon basil pasta in to the Beech Grove Senior Citizen Center by Fri- want it, with a baked potato, salad and roll. $14. day, Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. *For businesses participating, | When: Dec. 11, 5:30-8 p.m.; karaoke starts at 8 Ingredients and directions: p.m.| Where: Greenwood VFW Post 5864, 1842 Vet- • 1-liter 7UP® What do you like about this place? please decorate by Dec. 4. | When: Please vote by It’s authentic Italian cuisine. So good! Dec. 11, 3 p.m. | Where: Main Street businesses in erans Way. | Info: (317) 888-2488. • Large can pineapple juice Beech Grove. | Info: Please call Stephanie with ques- • 1 cup to fifth Bacardi rum, depending on taste The Social of Greenwood Food Pantry • The Contact Info: tions or for more information at (317) 788-4987. • 1 can crushed pineapple 175 N. Morton St. Social of Greenwood Food Pantry is now open! • Grenadine Franklin, IN 46131 Ladies’ Fun Night: Christmas Musical Bingo • Drive-through food distribution will be held Tues- (317) 494-6235 Dinner, prizes and more! $5 per person; space is days and Thursdays. Please stop by! | When: Dec. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Dec. 18, noon-2 p.m. | Where: - Add first four ingredients in one-gallon plastic limited. Registration is required. | When: Dec. 11, pitcher or bucket and stir. 6:30 p.m. | Where: Hornet Park Community Center, The Social of Greenwood, 550 Polk St. | Info: (317) 882-4810; thesocialofgreenwood.org. - Add grenadine until drink becomes pink. Cover 5245 Hornet Ave. | Info: Register at hornetpark- with lid and freeze until drink is slushy. communitycenter.com. Wednesday Night Bingo • There are 17 games - Pour into glass(es) when ready. Can serve one or several at once. Christmas Open House: Marketplace on Main including a Cover-All at the end. The Cover-All Grand Opening • Please come celebrate Mar- is usually $500. Participants in the Wednesday - Garnish with cherries, pineapple and/or lime. ketplace on Main’s Christmas Open House/Grand night Bingo games can begin buying their “Bingo Sheets” at around 5:15 p.m. The VFW’s kitchen is Opening. Antiques, home décor and decorations. Compiled by Nancy Price and John Parks. Look for sales on many of the store’s booths. | open on Wednesdays and participants are invited When: Friday, Dec. 11 and Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to purchase anything on the menu. The kitchen to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 13, noon to 5 p.m. | Where: opens at 5:30 p.m. The VFW has two men’s and Marketplace on Main, 625 Main St. | Info: (317) 292- two women’s restrooms. Each of the bathrooms What's going on 9561; [email protected]. has sanitizer; there are three stations with sani- tizer in the front bar room and at least two stations Southside? American Legion Spaghetti Dinner • The Ameri- with sanitizer in the Bingo rooms. There is also a can Legion Auxiliary Post 276 is hosting a spa- Send your news & events to: ghetti dinner. Cost is $6. | When: Dec. 12, 5 p.m. until gone. | Where: American Legion Post 276, [email protected]. Calendar continued on page 13. ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 13 The Southside Times NIGHT & DAY

★★★★★ • PG • Drama, Family, Fantasy • 2 hours, 10 minutes An Affordable Assisted Lifestyle Community It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) A timeless classic thanks to ... copyright laws? for the Older Adult.

MOVIE REVIEW it is today, a critical and audience darling themes of family, community, class struggle that has bonified classic status. and loss in a convincing and realistic way. CALL TO For the uninitiated, It’s a Wonderful Life The pacing of the film reinforces these ideas LEARN ABOUT By Bradley Lane is a story about the life of George Bailey, by using the majority of the film to tell the INCENTIVES! played by the incomparable Jimmy Stewart. story of George’s life. We have a deep appre- Originally released in 1946, Frank Cap- George is a lifelong resident of Bedford Falls, ciation for George and have even been ex- ra’s It’s a Wonderful Life is a holiday staple and throughout the first and second acts he posed to his flaws. This means we too expe- in houses across America and is widely cel- is introduced as consistently selfless. Even rience the disorientation and terror George ebrated as a classic. However, this was not going so far as to give up on his own goals feels when he wakes up in Pottersville and he always the case. In fact, when it original- and dreams to help others in his communi- loses everything. ly released it only did moderately well, and ty. However, this begins to wear on George Ultimately, the film is about more than a Amenities Services did not garner much notice from critics of in his middle age and he finds himself in a season; It’s about the culmination of a life. • Private apartment with full, the time. So, how did a supposedly medio- deep depression wishing to God that he’d The people we touch every day without even private bathroom cre film from the 1940s become a modern never had been born. In response, an angel, realizing it. So, remember this holiday sea- • Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator Christmas tradition? It all has to do with played with timeless charm by Henry Trav- son, “no man is a failure who has friends.” and microwave copyright laws. ers, shows him what Bedford Falls would It’s a Wonderful Life is available to stream on • Ample closet space In 1974, 25 years after it initially released, look like if he hadn’t been born. Amazon Prime Video. • Individually controlled heating and due to a paperwork error, the copyright of It’s a Wonderful Life is my favorite Christ- air conditioning the film expired, and it entered the public mas film of all time despite being released • Carpet in living and sleeping areas domain. Effectively, this meant that anyone Bradley is a Beech Grove High School more than 50 years before I was born. The • Linoleum in kitchen and ceramic tile could distribute the film without having to alumnus and has been enamored by reason being is that, unlike the yearly Hall- in bathroom pay royalties to the studio that produced the film for as long as he can remember. mark Christmas films or even theatrical- He recently graduated from IUPUI, with • Emergency call devices in bathroom film. Instantly, television studios across the a degree in Media and Public Affairs ly released holiday films,It’s a Wonderful and bedroom U.S. began broadcasting it every holiday sea- with a minor in Film. Bradley can be Life goes beyond the platitudes and clichés • Pre-wired for cable TV and telephone son. It was this paperwork error that led to a contacted at [email protected]. that permeate the genre. The film explores • Mini-blinds provided disappointment of a film to becoming what Services Calendar continued from page 12. care and adoption journeys. $75 for a single ticket; Meet the Reindeer with Silly Safaris • Are • Ongoing health monitoring and $250 for four tickets; $500 per table (eight tickets). reindeer real? Join us for a short story and then nursing assessments | When: Feb. 13, 6-10 p.m., 2021. | Where: Barn at meet the reindeer with Silly Safaris! Geared for • Assistance with activities for daily living: the Bay Horse Inn, 1468 Stones Crossing Road W. ages 5 and up and families! The event is being thermostat to take an individual’s temperature, bathing, dressing, walking, personal if they so desire. The Annual Bingo License, An- | Info: [email protected]; resourcesof- held as an online meeting/webinar. You will grooming and hygiene nual Raffle License and the Annual Charity Game hope.org/2nd-night-of-hope. be emailed login instructions approximately Night License # is 002855. The public is welcome. 24 hours before the event. | When: Dec. 16, 11- • Medication reminders and assistance Please sign the book at the door upon entrance. IN PERSON AND ONLINE 11:45 a.m. | Where: Online | Info: attend.indypl. • Three restaurant-style meals daily plus snacks No outside food or drink is permitted. | When: Dec. org/event/4736914. • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services 16, 6:30 p.m. | Where: Greenwood VFW Post 5864, Kiwanis Club of Perry Township • The Kiwanis • Assistance with transportation needs 1842 Veterans Way. | Info: If you need help or have Club of Perry Township will meet the first and Virtual Bingo • Do you love bingo? Join us online • 24-hour staffng and reception desk for bingo every Monday. All ages are welcome to questions, please call Sherri Jones at (253) 278- third Thursday of each month. | When: Dec. 17, • Range of interesting and varied 1980. The Post phone number is (317) 888-2488. 7 a.m. (EST) | Where: IHOP, 7521 U.S. 31 S. and play. We play as many rounds as we can during the hour and the winner of each round is entered programs and events on Zoom. | Info: email: kiwanisperry@kiwani- • Medicaid accepted Reverse Advent Donation Drop off and Ad- sperrytownship.org; kiwanisperrytownship.org; into a drawing for the weekly prize. For informa- vent Prayer Service • We will publish details of a : Kiwanis of Perry Township. tion on how to connect and generate a bingo reverse advent activity to do in partnership with card, please register. It’s free to play! Meet new Due to growth we are hiring few the Refuge throughout the month of December. friends and join the fun! | When: Dec. 14, 7 p.m. | good people. LPN’S, QMA’S and CNA’S. Then, on the date and time indicated, items can be ONLINE EVENTS Where: Online. | Info: register at hornetparkcom- dropped off. At 6 p.m. we will then have one of our munitycenter.com. partner church pastors lead a short advent prayer Christmas Remembrance Event • The holidays service over the donations. We look forward to can be an emotional time if you have lost a SOUTHPORT seeing you there. | When: Dec. 22, 4-6 p.m. (col- loved one, especially during the holidays. Fran- lection followed by short prayer service) | Where: ciscan Health and Franciscan Hospice Bereave- ment are hosting a virtual online “Christmas Santa in Southport • Santa must love South- The Refuge, 1150 S. Park Dr. | Info: Contacted The port! Due to the pandemic, we were unable to Refuge at (317) 889-7338. Remembrance.” The event includes Christmas music performed by a guest soloist, the sing- have our annual Christmas in the Park event this ing of Christmas carols, a guest ventriloquist for year. But we received a letter from the North Pole Second Night of Hope Fundraising Gala • A saying the current events weren’t going to keep masquerade fundraising gala for Resources of children and candle-lighting ceremony. Family members will share their stories of loss, grief him away from seeing his favorite residents. Jolly Hope, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization to meet ‘ol Saint Nick will be escorted through the streets For more information, call the physical and emotional needs of foster youth and healing. Those registering will receive a free memorial bookmark by mail. The event is free, of Southport by members of the Southport Po- living in central Indiana. Resources of Hope is lice Department and spread as much Christmas 317-885-4446 seeking sponsors and auction items for the gala. but registration is encouraged.| When: Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. | Where: Online. | Info: To register, go cheer as possible. Make sure to step outside to Featuring Grafton Peek Catering, a silent auction, see Santa as he passes through our community, 8601 South Shelby Street wine pull, heads or tails and a 50/50 raffle. The to FranciscanHealth.org/events and search “Re- Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 membrance Memorial.” For more information, so he knows exactly how much Southport loves keynote speaker is Jason Johnson, director of the North Pole. | When: Dec. 19, 2 p.m. | Where: hellenicseniorliving-indianapolis.com Church Ministry Initiatives with Christian Alliance contact Karla Riggs Norton at (317) 528-2636 or email [email protected]. Downtown Southport. | Info: (317) 787-7595l; for Orphans and a writer and speaker who encour- southportpolice.org. Managed by Gardant Management Solutions ages families and equips churches in their foster 14 Week of December 10-16, 2020 • ss-times.com LIFESTYLE The Southside Times

Saying goodbye to the year of the grawlix

GRAMMAR GUY hair, and it turned out the same green tally full of bad news, I barely remember shade as a pickle. Instead of “Ack!” in this the Australian bushfires that burned 47 situation, Cathy lays down a “%#@$!” or million acres, killed at least 34 people, By Curtis Honeycutt maybe even a “$@&*!” Those are exam- displaced thousands more and killed, Southside New Quiz ples of grawlixes (or grawlices ... both harmed or displaced 3 billion ani- SEE PAGE 2 If I told you that a grawlix infestation are correct plural forms of grawlix). mals. Oh, $%@#&. I mean, the fires did 1. A, 2. C, 3. D, 4. C, 5. B is inevitable, you’d probably respond When you employ a grawlix into start in late 2019, so it’s easy to forget with something to the effect of, “What your comic strip, text message or email, that we rang in the new year with this the $#@! are you talking about?” you’re replacing actual curse words with terrible event. Puzzle Time Answers I think I speak for all of us when I say keyboard characters that convey the So, based on the one-after-anoth- SEE PAGE 10 I’m ready to kick the flaming, heaping words without having to spell them out. er calamities that have bombarded us Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: pile of garbage called 2020 to the curb. It allows the reader to fill in the blank this year, I’m ready to declare 2020 “the Programs: ACCOUNTING, Between a once-in-a-century global with their own profanity-laced Mad year of the grawlix” while we bid it good AGRICULTURE, CHEMISTRY, pandemic, murder hornets and every- Libs interjection. %@#&$ riddance. Here’s hoping 2021 EDUCATION, NURSING, PSYCHOLOGY; thing else in between, I’ve strung to- I have responded to most of 2020 with brings much happier happenings. Animals: BOAR, BUCK, BULL, RAM, gether quite the creative list of profane a series of grawlixes. For instance, when STALLION; words when cursing 2020’s series of un- I learned that we’ve had more than 26 fortunate events. The polite way to ex- Cities: BALTIMORE, BANGOR, BILOXI, hurricanes, so the hurricane-naming BOSTON; press these words on a page is through people move to the Greek alphabet to Farms: GORE’S, WATTS, YAKEY; the graphical bleeping of swear words start naming hurricanes, I said, “You’ve called a “grawlix.” got to be &#@$ kidding me!” The 2020 Games: CLUE, SORRY; You’ve probably seen this in the com- Curtis Honeycutt is a syndicated Summer Olympics in Tokyo were post- humor columnist. He is the author Violinist: JOSHUA BELL ics section of the newspaper. Picture poned until 2021, which cause my syn- of Good Grammar is the Life of Cathy, with her eyes so close together chronized swimming team to collective- the Party: Tips for a Wildly that they touch. She hasn’t had her cof- Successful Life. Find more at ly cry, “%&$@#! Now we have to change curtishoneycutt.com. fee yet, and “Ack!” just won’t suffice. You our flights.” see, she has just attempted to dye her The year 2020 has been so monumen-

BUSINESS

Southside real estate statistics for October

Real estate – The Greenwood and South- port residential real estate markets were dynamic in October 2020, with homes leav- ing the market quickly and prices continu- ing to increase. According to F.C. Tucker Company, the average sale price for a home HOW IS COVID-19 AFFECTING in Greenwood was $215,491, a 14.1 percent increase, and the average sale price for a YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS? Southport home was $191,508, a 9.8 per- cent increase compared to October 2019. Homes in Greenwood and Southport left the market more than 50 percent faster Let us help you navigate these uncertain times. on average than this time last year. Both Greenwood and Southport homes left the Stay up to date on the latest information regarding the coronavirus’ impact on market in just 10 days, selling 12 days faster you and your business by visiting the COVID-19 Resources page on our website. than in October 2019. The challenges are changing each day, and Somerset is committed to keeping you informed. Contact us today to connect with a Somerset advisor.

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AROUND TOWN FINANCES

The indoor winter farmers market is a great place to shop for holiday gifts, including these packaged cookies and caramel corn. (Submitted photo)

Pictured, in front row, from left to right: Dominic Morelli, Kaley Sprouse, Erin Reilly, Lauren Crist and Evan Nalley. In back row, from left to right: Dylan Bruner, Jessa Waltz, Savannah Gilmore and Southport Farmers Market Season’s Greetings Ryan Sissons. (Submitted photo) continues this winter at During this holiday season, we wish you all the best. Perry Senior Services Roncalli recognizes Arts, Health and Physical Education, In- James A. Reisert, Financial Advisor dustrial Technology, Math, Science, So- Farmers market – A winter farmers 5855 South Madison, Suite G students of the month (Madison & Edgewood Shoppes) cial Studies, STARS Program, Teology market is open through April 27, 2021 Indianapolis, IN 46227 Recognition – Roncalli High School and World Languages. Congratulations at Perry Senior Citizens Services, 6901 317-783-7901 honored 12 students for their out- to the following students who received Derbyshire Road, Indianapolis. The in- standing efforts in the classroom dur- a catered lunch and a certificate for their door market will be held on Tuesdays ing October at a Student of the Month efforts (listed in alphabetical order): from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is an exten- luncheon Nov. 18. Each department Dylan Bruner, Lauren Crist, Katy Don- sion of the summer market that was selected students who excelled in their inger, Savannah Gilmore, Ryan Hen- held on Southport Road. Most ven- area which included Business and Tech- ry, Dominic Morelli, Evan Nalley, Erin dors accept cash and cards. Masks are EVENTS nology, Communications, English, Fine Reilly, Ryan Sissons, Kaley Sprouse, Jack required by the state. If you would like Stonecipher and Jessa Waltz. further information, or would like to be- come a vendor please contact South- Providing valuable Applications for Energy Assistance Program available [email protected]. To stay services to seniors in need. at Perry Township Trustee’s Office in touch with the market on a daily and weekly basis, please visit us on our Face- 6901 Derbyshire Road book page - Southport Farmers Market. Indianapolis, IN 46227 Utility services – The Perry Township will interview the applicants and pro- Trustee’s Office is a resource center for vide the assistance to those who qual- WEDNESDAY, DEC. 16: Bingo & Holiday Lunch the The Marion County Low Income ify. Applications for the Energy Assis- 10:45 a.m. Doors Open for Check In Housing Energy Assistance Program tance Program are available for pick 11:00 a.m. Lunch | 11:45 a.m. 4-6 Games of Bingo (EAP) which provides financial assis- up at Perry Township Government Advance Reservation Required! Call or email to reserve your spot!! tance to low-income households to Center, 4925 Shelby St., Ste. 400, In- 317-783-9231 or [email protected] maintain utility services during the dianapolis, IN 46227. Minimum $10 donation at the door. Come play, share in fellowship, and win prizes! winter heating season. IndyEAP.org Perry Seniors Food Pantry UPCOMING PERRY TOWNSHIP MEETINGS & EVENTS Food Assistance Available Email [email protected] for more information.

Perry Park December Skating Hours • Live Virtual Story Time • This program Perry Senior Citizens Services Happy Skating Days! The December skat- will be led by Andrew from the Southport • provides transportation for medical/dental appointments ing calendar is here and available to check Branch. Preschoolers and their families are • hosts monthly community activities out on our Facebook page. Lots of added invited for an online story time presented • refers services for senior housing, in-home services, etc. sessions during the winter break. Please by children’s librarians and staff from The note COVID-19 guidelines regarding ca- Indianapolis Public Library. The event is Call and leave us a voicemail at 317-783-9231 pacity limits and face coverings listed on being held as an online meeting/webi- Email us at [email protected] the bottom of the calendar. Keep checking nar. Those who register will be emailed back as the schedule is subject to change. | login instructions about 25 hours before SPONSORED BY: OFFICE OF When: Check dates and hours throughout the event. | When: Dec. 22, 11-11:45 a.m. THE PERRY TOWNSHIP the month of December. | Where: Perry | Where: Online. | Info: attend.indypl.org/ TRUSTEE Park, 451 E. Stop 11 Road. | Info: (317) 888- event/4731200. 0070; : Perry Park.

Bingo and Lunch • Perry Senior Services hosts bingo and lunch. Advance reservation required. Call or email to reserve your spot! Minimum $10 donation at the door. Lunch We Accept Most Payor Sources is sponsored by Southpointe Healthcare Serving Greater Indy’s South Side Center. | When: Dec. 16, 10:45 a.m. to 1 p..m. | Where: Perry Senior Citizen Services, 6901 317-664-5136 | ComForCare.com/south-indy Derbyshire Road. | Info: Kate at (317) 783- ©2020 ComForCare Franchise Systems, LLC. Each office is independently owned and operated. 9231 or email [email protected]. ComForCare Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. Lic# 19-013998-4. 16 Week of December 10-16, 2020 • ss-times.com FOR THE RECORD Obituaries The Southside Times

OBITUARIES

Carol Lucille Van Deman Carol was a graduate of Wittenberg University 31 great-grandchildren. She was an only child service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery. where she was a member of Kappa Delta. She and wanted lots of kids. She was preceded in Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Carol Lucille Van Deman, 93, of was a charter member of Rosedale Hills United death by her parents, William and Harriet Memorial Center, 300 S. U.S. 31 (Morton Street) Franklin, went home to be with Methodist Church in Indianapolis and served in Holman. Carol is survived by her husband, in Franklin is handling the arrangements. her Savior Nov. 13, 2020 while many areas. Carol was an elementary teacher William ‘Bill” Van Deman of Franklin; her sons, Memorial contributions may be made to holding hands with her loving at IPS #20 from 1949-1952. She volunteered for Mark (Susan) Van Deman of Florida, Keith Otterbein Franklin Seniorlife Community 1070 husband of 69 years, William several years for Meals on Wheels and the 500 (Linda) Van Deman of Indianapolis, Brian (Terri) West Jefferson Street Franklin, IN 46131. Online Raymond Van Deman. Born in Festival where she drove Mario Andretti in the Van Deman of Indianapolis and Todd (Vanesa ) condolences may be sent to the family at Long Island, New York, she 500 parade. Her greatest accomplishment in Van Deman of Franklin and daughter, Julie swartzmortuary.com. For more information, moved to Indiana at a young age and met Bill. life was her five children, 23 grandchildren and (Glenn) Rice of Franklin. A private graveside call (317) 738-0202.

Beverly Bass (Osborne) Woodall. She married Steven E. Booth Ronald Albert Britton Emerson Avenue Baptist Church. The family on Oct. 5, 1985; he survives. Teresa graduated would like to give a special “thank you” to the Beverly Bass, 74, Indianapolis, died Nov. 30, from Indian Creek High School and attended Ronald Albert Britton, 60, of staff at The Hearth at Stones Crossing for their 2020. Mrs. Bass was born Sept. 18, 1946, in IUPUI. She was employed as a practice manager Indianapolis, died Nov. 28, 2020. loving care and kindness. She was preceded in Harvey, Ill., to the late Warren and Mary (Brady) at Kronos for the past 17 years. Prior to, she He was born April 10, 1960 in death by her husband; parents; daughter, Blank. She graduated from Thorton High School worked in payroll at American Trans Air for 15 Indianapolis to Earl Britton and Thelma Jean Combs; and siblings, Virginia Kiss, in 1964 and attended South Suburban College. years. An avid Colts fan and season ticket holder, Margaret Lucy (Brodhacker) Homer Stevens, Norma Hunter and Dorothy Beverly worked from 1967 - 1994 in distribution Teresa also enjoyed cheering on the Pacers. Her Britton; his father preceded him Pitcher. Doris is survived by her children, Edwin at Allied Tubing & Conduit. She was a member hobbies included playing board games, euchre in death. Ronnie attended (Louise) Combs and Wanda (the late Raymond) of St. Mark Catholic Church, the Manteno club and shopping. She also loved to travel to Orchard Country Day School. He served as a Monday; grandchildren, Allen (Brandy) Monday, Sportsman Club, American Legion Lady’s warm weather climates with her family where Private First Class in the U.S. Army where he was David (Holly) Combs and Jason (Elysa) Monday; Auxiliary and the Order of the Eastern Star. She many memories were created. She was also a tank turrett mechanic. He was later recalled and great-grandchildren, Karlee Monday, Rhett was an avid collector of frogs, enjoyed bowling preceded in death by a brother, Kenny Woodall. during Operation Desert Storm where he then Monday, Skye Combs and Alden Combs. A and playing bingo. The family is grateful for Survivors include her husband of 35 years, served in Ft. Hood, Texas. His service in the visitation for Doris will take place Friday, Dec. the care that provided by Allen Gillum during Steven; daughters, Lorrie (Jeff) Wyatt, Leann military lead to him becoming an automotive 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Little & Sons Funeral the past six years. She was preceded in death (Chance) Wheeler and Kristine (Doug) Dybas; mechanic. Ronnie loved vintage cars, Home, 1301 Main St., Beech Grove, IN 46107. A by husband, Jack Richard Bass; brother, Jerry brother, Larry (Karen) Woodall; sisters, Jean motorcycles, remote control cars and funeral service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. Blank; and sister, Kathleen Brozowski. Survivors (the late John), Thomas, Carolyn (Bill) Peters helicopters. He was preceded in death by his at the funeral home. Burial will follow at include two daughters, Erin Moniea and Kelly and Kim (Bryon) Thompson; and a sister-in-law, father; and brother, Dannye Britton. Survivors Washington Park East Cemetery. Parker; sisters, Anna Marie Blank and Maureen Ginny Woodall. Visitation and services were held include his mother, Margaret Lucy Roland; sons, Smith; grandchildren, Jessica, Megan, Kyle and privately on Dec. 7 at O’Riley Funeral Home in an Andy (Robin) Britton and Scott (Terri) Britton; Betty Ray Downtown Matthew; her canine companion, Chewy; and effort to keep family and friends safe. siblings, Annie (Jonathan) Wenzlaff, David numerous nieces and nephews. Due to the risks (Allene) Riordan, Doody (Jen) VanArsdale and Betty Ray Downton, 91, died Dec. 2, 2020. A associated with gathering at this time, services Rick (Diane) Britton; and grandchildren, Ryan resident of Indianapolis, she was born May will not be observed. The family will gather for a Dennis Lee Boutwell Britton and Nolan Britton. Services were held 19, 1929 in Louden, Tenn. to the late Robert burial in Cowan Montgomery Cemetery, Cowan, Dennis Lee Boutwell, 72, of Wichita Falls, Texas, Dec. 4 in Lauck & Veldhof Funeral & Cremation R. and Violet D. (McDonald) Watts. She was a Tenn. A celebration of life will be held during formerly of Greenwood, died Nov. 30, 2020. He Services. Burial followed in member of Center United Methodist Church, the spring of 2021. O’Riley Funeral Home is was born April 8, 1948 in Indianapolis to the with full military honors. where she enjoyed being a greeter at the door handling local arrangements. late Ray H. Boutwell, Sr. and Beatrice (Parsley) to fellow worshippers and volunteered her Boutwell. Denny graduated from Ben Davis High David Lee Burton time making sandwiches for the homeless in Elizabeth Carrol Benson School in 1966 and earned his associate degree the church’s kitchen. Betty enjoyed spending in electronics engineering technology from ITT David Lee Burton, 67, Indianapolis, died Nov. 30, as much time with her family, “snowbirding” Elizabeth Carrol Benson, 83, of Greenwood, Technical Institute. Denny served in the United 2020. David was born April 9, 1953, in Canton, Ohio, in Florida, playing dominoes with her siblings, died Nov. 30, 2020. Elizabeth was born Dec. 5, States Army from 1968-1975. Denny worked at to the late Billy Dean and Barbara (Wonn) Burton. playing cards with her girlfriends, lunches 1936 in Charleston, W. Va. to William Charles RCA as a consumer electronics technical writer He graduated from Arlington High School in 1972 with high school friends, shopping, watching Blake and Clydia Dunlap Blake. She attended and trainer. He was preceded in death by his and attended Ball State University. Dave’s favorite birds, solving word puzzles and watching old Charleston High School and was a wife, mother wife of 41 years, Sharon (Grady) Boutwell; his job was at Disc Records in Glendale. He was also classic movies. She was preceded in death by and homemaker most of her life. Elizabeth parents; and his brothers, Ray, Jr., David, Delbert a graphic artist for Rubber Type for several years. her husband, Gilbert G. Downton; daughter, was preceded in death by her parents; her and Daniel Boutwell. Survivors include his son, Dave enjoyed collecting stamps and genealogy. Deborah "Debi" Edwards; and stepchildren, husband of 48 years, Eldon C. (Ted) Benson Jr.; Jeremy Boutwell; his daughter, Angela (Ted) He did extensive research and traced the family Connie Brice and Gilbert Downton II. Survivors and her sibling, Charles Alfred Blake. Survivors Spicer; sister, Paula (Mike) Poe; brother, Mark tree back hundreds of years. He was preceded in include her daughters, Kathy Caldwell and include her children, Don Benson (Lynne), (Debbie) Boutwell; grandchildren, Malea and death by his brother, Dean. Survivors include one Becky Mogg; two stepchildren, Judy Dodd and Linda Benson, Steven Benson and Sharon Blake Cole Spicer; and great-grandchild, John Thomas. sister, Beth Hinton; niece and nephews, Dena, Ron Downton; seven grandchildren; nine step- Wendt; brother, Ken Blake (Annette); sister, Denny also reunited with his eldest biological Evan and Kyle; and many great-nieces and great- grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; Pansy Caldwell; grandchildren, Blake Smith, daughter, Melissa Jaques; and her children, nephews. Services were held Dec. 4 at the O’Riley 18 great-step-grandchildren; six great-great- Austin Smith and Crystal Benson; and one great- Chanel Thompson, Dalton Ward, Kennan and Funeral Home, 6107 S. East St. step-grandchildren; and three siblings. Funeral grandchild, Hannah Benson. A funeral Mass for Claire Jauques. Visitation will be held Saturday, services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Elizabeth will be held Friday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. Dec. 19, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at G. H. Herrmann Doris Jean Combs Dec. 10 at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral at Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church. Greenwood Funeral Home at The Gardens of Home, 1605 S. State Road 135, Greenwood, Burial will be private. Doris Jean (Stevens) Combs, 97, Olive Branch, 1605 S. State Road 135. Graveside of Greenwood, died Dec. 7, 2020. with visitation from 11 a.m. until the time of military honors ceremony will follow at 3 p.m. at She was born April 14, 1923 in the service. She will be buried at Forest Lawn Teresa A. Booth Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Greenwood. Lincoln Co., Ky. to the late Ed and Memory Gardens. Teresa A. Booth, 66, Plainfield, Ind., died Rachel (Smith) Stevens. She Dec. 3, 2020. Teresa was born Oct. 21,1954 in married Clyde Combs on April 3, Indianapolis to the late Henry and Dorothy 1941. Doris was a member of Obituaries continued on page 17. ss-times.com • Week of December 10-16, 2020 17 The Southside Times FOR THE RECORD Obituaries

Obituaries continued from page 16. Indianapolis. Bill graduated from Chatard High Patricia Louise Petero Mildred Jean Woessner School and Vincennes University and received his master’s degree from . Patricia Louise Petero died Dec. 1, 2020. She Mildred “Milly” Jean (Quillen) Woessner, 84, Joan Ruth Dugan He taught math and science at St. Rita’s, IPS was born in Monticello, Ind. on May 21, 1936 Greenwood, died Nov. 28, 2020. She was born to Homer and Lula Mae (Fox) Petero. She was Sept. 30, 1936 in Centreville, Maryland, to the Joan Ruth Dugan, 93, of #8 and retired from Southport Middle School. Bill served on the board of the United States cared for by the staff at Danville Regional late Olive R. (Skinner) and Reverdy L. Quillen. Indianapolis, died Nov. 30, 2020. Rehabilitation Center, who showed her Milly worked for attorneys Lewis, Bowman and Joan was born Feb. 25, 1927 in Selective Service. Bill loved to travel. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. compassion and took great care of her the last St. Clair in Indianapolis and the FBI in Washington Terre Haute, Ind. to Grace year of her life. She will be remembered for her D.C. and Indianapolis. She retired from the FBI (Behringer) Utterback and Orville Miller and Ida Leellen (Buchanan) Miller; and sister, Mary Beth Miller. Bill is survived by his laughter and smile. She was preceded in death in 1991, having worked as a secretary. She was Utterback. She was a member of by her parents; a sister, Mrs. Elston (Jean) "Petro" a member of the Society of FBI Alumni. She the Order of the Eastern Star. siblings, Sister Ellen Miller, O.S.F., Robert (Fran) Miller, Margaret (Bill) Lindop, Nancy Morse, Wiseman; and a brother, William Sinkhorn was a member of Edgewood United Methodist Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Petero. Funeral services will be videotaped and Church. Milly had many interests but will be Richard Dugan; sons, Stephen Dugan, James Suzan Miller and Jeannie Wilson; nieces and nephews, Jeff (Amy) Miller, Valerie (Matt) Walker, will be conducted at Little and Sons Funeral most remembered for her love of the outdoors Dugan and John Dugan; daughter, Jackie Home, 1301 Main St., Beech Grove, with the and tending to her flowers. Milly married Dugan; father, Orville Utterback; and mother, Courtney (Eric) Haney, Jonathan (Tina) Lindop and Jessica (Malika Kirkling) Miller; and great- Rev. Danny Thomas officiating. Burial will be George W. Woessner in October of 1988. He Grace (Behringer) Utterback. Joan is survived by in the Greenwood Cemetery, 620 W. Main St., preceded her in death Sept. 1, 2003. She was her brother, Richard Utterback; and her nieces and great-nephews, Maggie, Charlie and Henry Miller, Isaiah and Violette Walker, Morgan Greenwood, alongside her parents. also preceded in death by her sons, Rick Crump extended family members. She will be buried and Randy Crump; and stepson, Tom (Susan) with a private family graveside service at and Addyson Haney and Wren Miller-Kirkling. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 11, from 8:30- Georgia Tapscott Woessner. She is survived by six stepchildren, Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers, Mich. Little Vicki (Jack) Beveridge, Becky (Larry) Litke, Doug & Sons Funeral Home in Beech Grove will be 10:30 a.m. at G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Georgia Tapscott, 68, of Indianapolis, died Dec. 1, Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Woessner, Bonni (Jesse) Garrison, Bill (Janet) handling arrangements. 2020. She was born Dec. 12, 1951 in Indianapolis Woessner and Rob (Bonnie) Woessner. Beyond A Mass of Christian burial will be conducted to the late Ernest and Clarice (Clemens) Holler. at 11 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church, 5353 her children, Milly’s greatest joy was her 20 Charles Jackson Georgia is survived by her husband of 50 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. McFarland Road, Indianapolis. Bill will be buried years, Steve Tapscott; sisters, Ruby Reams and Charles “Jack” Jackson, 86, Indianapolis, died in Calvary Cemetery. A memorial will be scheduled at a later date Nancy Ratliff; and several nieces and nephews. when all can gather safely. Arrangements are Nov. 29, 2020. He was born March 4, 1934, in Arrangements have been entrusted to G.H. Indianapolis to the late Omer Jackson and Mary entrusted to Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service Raymond A. Monday, Sr. Herrmann East Street Funeral Home. There will and Crematory-Greenwood Chapel. Lou (Thompson) Kriner. Bill Kriner was Charlie’s be no services. stepfather, who also preceded him in death. He Raymond A. “Butch” Monday, Sr., 75, of graduated from Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis, died Dec. 1, 2020. Raymond was and worked for 20 years for Indianapolis Power born in Indianapolis on May 25, 1945 to James Robert G. Welmer Obituaries are printed free of charge. Funeral directors & Light. He also owned and operated Indy A. Monday Sr. and Wilma L. (Baum) Monday. Robert G. Welmer, 89, Indianapolis, died Dec. 4, are encouraged to send obituaries and photos to news@ Carpet for many years. While Jim Wells was Ray attended Emmerich Manual High School. 2020. He was born July 24, 1931, in Columbus, ss-times.com. Information received by noon Tuesday serving as the Marion County Sheriff, Charlie In 1973, he married Wanda Marie Combs, who Ind., to the late E.A. and Berniece Welmer. Bob will be published Thursday, space permitting. became employed at the Marion County survives. Ray worked in maintenance services at graduated from Columbus High School and Sheriff’s Department. He went back to work University Heights Health and Rehab as well as served in the United States Army. He was a during his retirement years and served as a a few other healthcare facilities over the years. graduate of Franklin College, where he was Complete Quarter Master. He was a longtime member of He enjoyed collecting American eagles, fishing a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. St. Barnabas Catholic Church and the Msgr. M. and watching various sporting events on TV, Bob was also an Eagle Scout. He worked for Burial Package Downey Knights of Columbus Council 3660. He especially the Chicago Cubs. He is preceded more than 20 years as an industrial engineer was one of the founders of the Wishing Well in death by his brother, Howard Monday; and for Indianapolis Chrysler Foundry. He had been Fund. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Mary sisters, Anna Stoneking and Edna Faye McKinney. an active member of Mt. Pleasant Christian • Opening & Closing (Haessig) Jackson; two daughters, Teresa (Terry) Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Wanda M. Church. Bob and his wife, Cathy traveled. He was Moore and Kathleen Able; grandchildren, Brandi Monday; sons, Allen Monday (Brandy) and Jason passionate about photography and was also • Concrete Container Monday (Elysa); one brother, James Monday (Jeff) Waltz, Melissa Simpson, Kris (Cyndi) Able, quite interested in videography even during • Tent & Chairs Katie (Harold) Perkins, Emily (Mike) Swingle; Jr. (Linda); one sister, Doris Turner; and two the beta and VHS days. He was also preceded in many great grandchildren; and great-great- grandchildren, Karlee and Rhett Monday. Funeral death by his wife of 38 years, Catherine P. (Brown) • Purchase At Need grandchildren. Visitation and services were held services for Mr. Monday were held on Dec. 5 at Welmer; his daughter, Jacqueline Welmer; and privately on Dec. 4 at O’Riley Funeral Home in Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory- sister, Mary Kay Moore. Survivors include a son, • Any Gravesite You Choose an effort to keep family and friends safe. He Greenwood Chapel. Burial immediately followed W. Samuel (Sandra) Willard; grandchildren, W. was buried in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens at New Crown Cemetery. Samuel (Jennifer) Willard, II and Scott (Bethany) in Greenwood. Willard; great-grandchildren, Samuel III and Diana Lee Morgan Andrew; Kaylee, Ethan and Jacob Gus; niece, Jean Manship Diana Lee Morgan, 68, of Beech Molly (Doug) Rapp; and nephew, Andy (Peggy) Grove, died Dec. 6, 2020. She was Moore. Services were held Dec. 9 at the O’Riley Jean Manship, 89, of Greenwood, died Dec. 5, Funeral Home, 6107 S. East St., Indianapolis, 2020. She was born Nov. 27, 1931 in Noblesville, born Aug. 5, 1952 in Beech Grove to the late Howard C. and Cora with Pastor Nathan Crowe officiating. Burial was Ind. to the late Harry E. and Mable Manship. Jean at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. dearly loved her dog, Katie. Survivors include her Jane (Lowe) Morgan. Diana was sisters, Louella Guilkey and Juanita Miller; and preceded in death by her parents. three nieces. Jean’s services will be private for Diana is survived by her brother, Sharon Ann Wilson her family. Arrangements were entrusted to G.H. Bob (Teri) Morgan; niece, Heather (Arnold) Sharon Ann Wilson, Indianapolis, died Dec. 4, Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home. She will be Gonzales; and nephews, Mason, Matthew and 2020. She was born Jan. 4, 1947 in Indianapolis. buried at Mount Pleasant Greenwood Cemetery. Joshua Gonzales. Private services are being She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul COLUMBARIUM handled by Little and Sons Funeral Home - 1301 and Marguerite Hensley; and husband, John NICHE William J. Miller Main St., Beech Grove, IN 46107. Danrell "JD" Wilson III. She is survived by twin children, Mike and Chris Wand; child, Ricky "Holly" William J. “Bill” Miller, 71, of Indianapolis, died Wand; and a brother, Robert Hensley. She is under Dec. 6, 2020. He was born Feb. 26, 1949 in the care of Little & Sons Funeral Home. 2703 S. 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Mount Pleasant Christian Church • 5 p.m. | Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. | Wed.: *Concordia Lutheran Church Sundays 10:30 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. Prayers Worship: 6:30 p.m. Rosedale Hills United Methodist 7 p.m. | KJV. 381 N. Bluff Road, Greenwood. | Senior are with you during this time. | BIBLE and Preschool • 305 Howard ✞ SPIRITUALIST • 4450 S. Keystone Ave., Indpls. | Ph: Pr. Chris Philbeck. | Sun.: 9:15 a.m., 11 CHURCH, Ministry of HOLY WORD. (317) 786-6474 | Email: officerhumc@ ✞ CATHOLIC a.m. | MPCC online campus: MPCC live at Road, Greenwood. | (317) 881- The Spiritualist Church of 4477. | Worship Sun.: 9 a.m. | ✞ PRESBYTERIAN att.net. | Senior Pastor Amy Lee. | Sun.: *Good Shepherd Catholic 10 a.m. ET. | mpcc.info. Indianapolis • 3020 S. Meridian St. Ste. E 9:30 a.m. | Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. | Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. | Greenwood Presbyterian Church • 102 & F, Indianapolis 46217. | Sunday Services: Church • 2905 S. Carson Ave., Southport Heights Christian Church concordia-lcms.com. rosedalehillsumc.com. Indpls. | Ph: (317) 783-3158. | Rev. • 7154 S. McFarland Road, Indpls. | Pr. W. Main St., Greenwood. | Ph: (317) 881- 6:30 p.m. | TSCOI.org. Bob Robeson, Administrator. | St. Mark’s Free Lutheran Church • 1301 1259. | Rev. Peter Zinn. | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. Whiteland United Methodist Church Steve Ferguson. | Bible School: 9 a.m. ✞ UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST • 309 Main St., Whiteland | Ph. 317-535- Sat. Mass: 4:30 p.m. | Sun. Mass: 10 | Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. | Deaf E. Prospect St., Indpls (Inside the historic | Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. a.m. | Completely Handicapped Fountain Square Community). | Pr. Terry St. John’s United Church of Christ • 4287 | Rev. Bill Clark | Sun. Worship 10:30 | Ministry: James Wines (317) 493-0414 ✞ SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WUMCINDIANA.org | /WUMC01. Accessible. | All Welcome! VP or [email protected]. Englert. | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. | Adult & Children’s 7031 S. East St., Indpls (U.S. 31, Southport Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. | Come join us Southside Seventh-Day Adventist • Road). | Ph: (317) 881-2353. | Rev. Ross Holy Name of Jesus • 89 N. 17th Ave., ✞ WESLEYAN ✞ CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST for a traditional style worship experience 4801 Shelbyville Road, Indpls. | Ph: (317) Tyler. | Sun. Contemporary Worship: 9 a.m. Beech Grove. | Ph: (317) 784-5454. | followed by a time of food and fellowship! 786-7002. | Pr. Brian Yensho. | Services | Traditional Worship: 10:30 a.m. | Sunday Circle of Hope Wesleyan Church • 120 Rev. Robert Robeson. | Worship Times & Sixth Church of Christ, Scientist • 7625 S. 4th Ave., Beech Grove. | Ph: (317) 507- McFarland Road. | Ph: (317) 888-3204. | Sat.: 11 a.m. | Sabbath School: 9:30 School: 10:30 a.m. Anticipation Sun.: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. ✞ NON-DENOMINATIONAL a.m. | southsideadventist.org. | Health 3905. | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. | Wed.: 6:30 p.m. | | Sat. Mass: 5 p.m. Sun.: 10 a.m. | Sun. School: 10 a.m. | Wed.: ✞ UNITED METHODIST Food Pantry: 2nd & 4th Wed. 5-7 p.m. 4 p.m. | Reading Room Hours Tues.: 11 Emmanuel Church: Banta Campus • Ministries, CHIP+: chiphealth.com. Saints Francis & Clare Catholic Church a.m.-2 p.m. & Wed.: 2:30-3:30 p.m. 6602 S. Harding St., Indpls. | Ph: (317) 535- Center United Methodist Church Southview Wesleyan Church • 4700 • 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. | 9673. | Pr. Aaron Beasley. | Sunday: 9 & 11 ✞ SOUTHERN BAPTIST • 5445 Bluff Road, Indpls. | Ph: (317) Shelbyville Road, Indpls. | Ph: (317) 783- Ph: (317) 859-4673. | Fr. Steve Giannini. | ✞ DISCIPLES OF CHRIST a.m. | eclife.org. Calvary Baptist Church • 200 Sunset 784-1101 | Email: info@center-umc. 0404. | Pr. Rick Matthews. | Sun.: 10:30 Sat. Anticipation Mass: 5:30 p.m. | Sun.: 7, Tapestry Church • Ph: (317)784-4431 Foundation Life Bible Church • 1500 Blvd., Greenwood. | Ph: (317) 881-5743. org. | Sun. Traditional Worship: 9 a.m. & a.m. & 6 p.m. | Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. 8:45 & 11:30 a.m. | 9:15 a.m.: Woven Worship, 10:45 a.m.: Windhorst Way, Greenwood. | Ph: (317) | Sr. Pr. Dave Cook | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. | Contemporary Worship: 11:15 a.m. St. Jude • 5353 McFarland Road, Indpls. | 679-1938. | Pr. Sam Pierce. | Sun.: 10:30 Sunday School: 9 a.m. | Something for * Copies of The Southside Times are available Traditional Worship. | gototapestry.org. Edgewood United Methodist • 1820 E. each week in this church's office or lobby. Ph: (317) 786-4371. | Rev. Peter Marshall. a.m. | foundationlbc.com. All Ages. Epler Ave. | Ph: (317) 784-6086. | Rev. Paul

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