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By Nicole Davis “We really wanted to establish a brand that could blossom er, you never admit that, but I feel There is never going to be a bet- into something,” Bowles said. good on this one.” ter time. Why not now? That was the They approached Taylor with the idea, asking him to Williams agreed, “I couldn’t put sentiment behind three Southside na- handle the business side of things. Taylor, the company’s the script down. It all ties together tives’ decision to start their own pro- CEO, currently resides in downtown Indianapolis with a in the end. I’m really excited about it.” duction company, 2W Productions. business background. 2W Productions auditioned for “When you have an agent you get sent “Longterm, we’re looking at being a mid- to high-lev- the film and cast 20 people. They have to auditions all the time,” said Adam Ma- el production company, having other companies or people hired for photography, sound, makeup han Williams. “You’re just waiting around. approach us wanting to produce their films fully, adjust a and a production manager. We thought instead of waiting and sitting at screenplay, the whole nine yards,” Taylor said. “Film produc- “We’re going all-out for it,” Bowles said. the table, why don’t we build our own table and tion is the long-term goal.” “We’re not going to look how other people do people can come to us?” In 2018, Bowles created, wrote, directed and acted in the it, how they make movies, how they make in- Williams, Colin Bowles and Dylan Taylor de- web series Yuppies, streaming on Prime Video. The com- come. We will keep our head down and do it how signed the company to give a platform to talented pany’s upcoming production, Charlatan, is a thriller unlike we want to do it. Yeah, it might be a mistake in the artists and their projects, no matter the medium. anything Bowles said he’s done before. He became inspired end but we could do something pretty cool. It can They founded the company in September, made it while visiting his aunt, sitting on her boat. open doors. Keeping our head down is a big thing an LLC in October and launched their Website, “We were looking at the house and thinking, we have to with us, and being surrounded by good people twowproductions.com, in February. Shirts and shoot here, we have to do something,” he said. “To have a beau- that want to make film and have that entrepre- face masks can be purchased on their site in tiful house will help us stand out. With this house, it stands neurial spirit when it comes to the company.” support of the startup. So far, the only outside for upper class. But what if someone was in the house who Charlatan will be filmed in Chicago, India- funding they have received is from The Second doesn’t belong there? The film deals with class. I want people napolis and Plymouth, Ind. The release date of City’s Co-Owner D'arcy Stuart. They will begin to have a difference of opinion of who the protagonist and an- the film will depend on film festivals - poten- shooting their first film, Charlatan, in April. tagonist is. It’s one of the best tially in the fall. The three friends met at Franklin Town- things I’ve writ- “We’re excited for everyone to see Charla- ship Middle School, though Williams grad- ten. As a writ- tan,” Taylor said. “That’s our big project. We uated from Lutheran High School while think that’s gonna wow a lot of people and Bowles and Taylor graduated from Frank- bring some pride back to home.” lin Central. Bowles graduated from the Aside from working on their own film, University of Indianapolis in 2015 Bowles, Williams and Taylor intend to and moved to Chicago, Ill. in 2017. help others who wish to break into the He began working for The Second entertainment industry. Their services City, a comedy club, comedy the- include production, script consulting, ater, and school of improvisation editing and assisting with self tapes. in Chicago. He shared his experi- “If I didn’t have anyone here, ence with Williams, who felt inspired to I wouldn’t have anyone to read move to Chicago in 2018 and join Sec- with, a proper backdrop, proper ond City, too. When the COVID-19 lighting,” Bowles said. “That can pandemic hit, the two friends and make or break an audition. We’re roommates found themselves at home trying to provide a low-cost way for more and realized with all the extra free other actors to avoid that. Our unof- time, it was the perfect opportunity to ficial motto is just create. It doesn’t take action on their shared dream of have to be good. It doesn’t have to be starting their own company. bad. Just create.”

From left, Adam Mahan Williams. On the cover: Background, Colin Bowles and Dylan Taylor Colin Bowles produces and directs have launched 2W Productions a web series, Yuppies, in Chicago to create their own films and help aspiring prior to starting 2W productions. entertainers enter the industry. (Photo by Blind Dog Productions) (Submitted photos) ss-times.com • Week of March 11-17, 2021 5 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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From top left, Rahul Appaji. | Christina Monev. | Taylor Jaronski. | From bottom left, Bryce Rayner. | Conor Roach. | Jacob Tallman. | Sapna Vyas. (Submitted photos)

Seven Center Grove High ists were chosen from the highest scorers in School seniors named National each state for the 66th annual National Merit Regent Patricia Moy and Molly Sanders of the Samuel Bryan Chapter and Steve Lang of the Indianapolis- Scholarship Program. These high school se- Marion County Public Library. (Photos courtesy of the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library) Merit Finalists niors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some National Merit Schol- Academics – Seven Center Grove High arships worth more than $30 million that School seniors have advanced to finalist Beech Grove’s DAR Samual Bryan Chapter donates will be offered this spring. The nationwide standing in the 2021 National Merit Schol- pool of finalists, representing less than 1 per- books to Indy Library for Black History Month arship Program. They include Rahul Appa- cent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the ji, Taylor Jarosinski, Christina Monev, Bryce highest-scoring entrants in each state. From Rayner, Conor Roach, Jacob Tallman and to unite as one people and one nation – and I the approximately 15,000 finalists, about FEATURE Sapna Vyas. Approximately 15,000 final- believe that DAR can and should be a leader 7,600 will receive a Merit Scholarship. in Identifying the Patriots who for too long By By Samuel Bryan Chapter, NSDAR have gone unacknowledged for their brav- ery, sacrifice, and commitment.” In recognition of Black History Month, The DAR has currently launched an im- the Samuel Bryan Chapter, National Soci- portant five-year effort called the “E Pluri- ety Daughters of the American Revolution, bus Unum Educational Initiative” to increase donated to the Indianapolis-Marion Coun- awareness of non-traditional Revolutionary ty Public Library the DAR publications, War Patriots, including African American, Forgotten Patriots-African American and Native American, and female patriots. There American Indian Patriots in the Revolution- are more than 5,000 African American or ary War. This auspicious resource has over mixed descent patriots that served in the 800 pages of history and genealogy, and the American Revolution. Forgotten Patriots Supplement has addition- Thousands of Native Americans and en- al updated and new material. The Forgotten slaved individuals were soldiers or aided Patriots book and its supplement have been the militias, and the armies of the Ameri- recognized as an excellent source about Na- can Revolution as spies or scouts, to whom tive Americans and African Americans. much is owed, and little has been given in Regent Patricia Moy and Molly Sanders, terms of honor, valor and sacrifice. chair of the America 250 committee, pre- The first black woman to join the National sented the Forgotten Patriots reference books Society Daughters of the American Revolu- to Mike Williams, head librarian, and Steve tion was in 1977. FC Singers won the grand champion title at the Best of the Midwest competition. (Submitted photo) Lang, special collections librarian of the Indi- “Since researching family trees have be- anapolis-Marion County Public Library. come more popular, the DAR has been wel- “The Samuel Bryan Chapter is very proud FC Singers earn Grand Champion ley Gardner. FC Singers earned Best Chore- coming many women of color excited to be to be able to present the Forgotten Patriots ography and Best Vocals in addition to the members,” shared Molly Sanders. “I would at Center Grove competition to the library and invite all women of color Grand Champion title. High Voltage is a 63 be happy to help you research your patriot,” to research their family histories,” shared Choir – voice female choir under the direction of Jar- added chapter registrar Kim Shepherd. Franklin Central Choir FC Sing- Patricia Moy, Regent to the Samuel Bryan ed Yoder. Both FC Singers and High Voltage The National Society Daughters of the ers won the Grand Champion title in the Chapter NSDAR of Beech Grove. are choreographed by Jarad Voss and Tori American Revolution was founded in 1890 Large Mixed Division at Best of the Midwest Denise Doring VanBuren, President Gen- Brindis. Accompanying both groups is Elec- to promote historic preservation, education, Show Choir competition hosted by Cen- eral to the National Society Daughters of the tric Mayhem which is made up of 15 student and patriotism. Its members are descended ter Grove High School last weekend. Junior American Revolution, has stated that “…it is instrumentalists and is under the direction from the patriots who won American inde- Bella Agresta earned Grand Champion in critically important for DAR to raise appre- of Tony Maas. Best of the Midwest hosted pendence during the Revolutionary War. For the Solo Division. High Voltage also had a ciation for the sacrifice and courage of ALL a highly competitive field including Fish- DAR membership inquiries, questions about strong performance earning the Best Vocal Revolutionary War Patriots. For across the ers, Lawrence North, Peoria (IL), and Avon. the Samuel Bryan Chapter, contact the chap- distinction, finishing as the first runner up broad spectrum of the American experience, For more information about the upcoming ter at [email protected]. in the Large Unisex Division. FC Singers is a we came together in that great “melting pot” 63-voice choir under the direction of Brad- schedule visit fcchoirs.org. 6 Week of March 11-17, 2021 • ss-times.com COMMUNITY The Southside Times

AROUND TOWN LOOKING FOR A CHANGE? State Rep Moed establishes Nicole Otte receives Join our team! low barrier homeless 2020 Mishler Award shelter task force The Southside Times and Rotarian – Nicole Otte, director of work- Amendment – Center Grove ICON has an State Representative Justin force development at Endress + Hauser, Moed (D-Indianapolis) passed an amend- is recipient of the 2020 "Er- immediate opening for an ment that will establish a task force to build nie Mishler Distinguished energetic, organized the city’s first low barrier shelter to help ad- Service Award." The award and highly-motivated dress the growing issue of homelessness in is given to a member of the Indianapolis. The task force consists of key Greenwood Rotary Club for self-starter for the following state and city stakeholders and government upholding and furthering two positions: leaders, including nonprofit and business the principles and ideals of N. Otte leaders and the governor and mayor as co- the Rotary way of life as ex- chairs. House Bill 1095 authored by Moed emplified by former Rotarian and Green- OUTSIDE ADVERTISING provides additional tools to local law en- wood community leader, Ernie Mishler. SALES REPRESENTATIVE Sherri Jones, right, of the Greenwood Honor Guard forcement to better address trespassing on Prior to working at Endress, Mrs. Otte was and a member of VFW Post 5864 presents two checks unsafe property. In committee, another pro- Central Nine Career Center Director. Mrs. Fast growing territory available to VFW Post 5864 Senior Vice Commander Dave vision was added to the bill that creates the Otte is the 23rd Greenwood Rotarian to be with Grow Local Media. Highly Everett. (Photo courtesy of VFW member Mike Delaney) crime of “aggressive harassment” to deter honored with this award. She serves on the motivated and goal-oriented a people from aggressively pursuing others for club's board of directors and chairs vari- must. Previous media experience Honor Guard donates two checks money in a threatening or harassing man- ous club projects that have raised thou- preferred but not required. to VFW Post 5864 ner. The amended bill is now a more com- sands of dollars that are contributed to Part-Time or Full-Time. prehensive approach to working toward so- community programs. FREELANCE CREATIVES Donation – The Greenwood and New lutions on the issue of homelessness. Low barrier shelters help connect people to other (Photographers and News/Feature Writers). Whiteland Honor Guard gave VFW Post 5864 a check in the amount of $3,100 for the services such as employment and treatment. Must have excellent written/ post’s relief fund and $400 to go toward the Especially when the temperature is below verbal communications skills, post’s general fund. The Honor Guard com- freezing and there is snow, low barrier shel- your own transportation, and for pleted 121 funerals during 2020. According ters ensure immediate and easy access that is photographers, a camera. to a letter provided with the donation, the open 24 hours, 7 days a week. number of services they completed this past GROW LOCAL MEDIA, LLC IS AN year is about average. Due to the COVID-19, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. the group worked extra hard in completing their missions. In December 2020, the group finished 10 funerals with 50 post members in attendance. A total of 100 man-hours were expended and a total of 561 miles were driv- en by post members. VFW Post 5864 to host 14th Annual Golf Tournament

Fundraiser – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5864 in Greenwood will host its 14th An- nual Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 12, at Valle Vista Golf Course. The net pro- The “Praising Hands Puppet Ministry” from Calvary Lutheran Church and School poses with their puppets. ceeds of the tournament will be used to fund (Photo courtesy of Calvary Lutheran Church) programs for homeless veterans and many local charitable programs which include Calvary Lutheran puppet ministry worship, chapel services and Sunday School. the Patriot’s Pen for junior high school stu- Various groups within the congregation and dents; Voice of Democracy for high school Ministry – The “Praising Hands Puppet other family events throughout the year have students; Boy and Girl Scouts of the Year; Ministry” from Calvary Lutheran Church also enjoyed the puppets. The performances Teacher of the Year in elementary, junior and School is directed by Sarah Ebert with include Christian skits and songs, as well as and senior high school categories; and three assistance from Ann Arnold. The puppe- weekly sing-alongs to bring the love of Jesus college scholarships. VFW Post 5864 awards teers are a group of enthusiastic 3rd-6th to all who listen and participate. The chil- plaques annually to the Outstanding Citizen graders who attend Calvary’s school. Sarah dren have created an original Christmas skit of the Year; Policeman of the Year; Firefight- grew up in a small Lutheran church in Illi- with music and are currently preparing an er of the Year and EMT of the Year in the nois, and as a teenager began using many of Easter performance. Recently, they created City of Greenwood. Sponsorship opportuni- the puppets to sing praises and glorify God. and distributed a DVD for residents in lo- Send resume to: ties are available. The new VFW is located She brought her puppets with her to Calva- cal nursing homes to enjoy. When COVID at 1842 Veterans Way, Greenwood. For more Rick Myers: ry and has established the program with her restrictions are lifted, the puppeteers hope information, call Steve Milbourn, (317) 525- own daughters, Rebekah and Abigail; along to take their puppets to the nursing homes [email protected]. 7291 or e-mail him, steve.milbourn@aol. with interested students within the school. and bring some light and joy to the residents. com or the post at (317) 888-2488. The puppet ministry adds a unique touch to Visit them at clcs.org/children. ss-times.com • Week of March 11-17, 2021 7 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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Amenities Services • Private apartment with full, private bathroom • Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator and microwave • Ample closet space • Individually controlled heating and air conditioning • Carpet in living and sleeping areas • Linoleum in kitchen and ceramic tile in bathroom • Emergency call devices in bathroom and bedroom • Pre-wired for cable TV and telephone • Mini-blinds provided Left top, Beech Grove team pauses Class 3A sectional championship trophy. (Photo by David Dixon) | Left bottom, Center Grove celebrated with its Class 4A sectional Services championship trophy. (Submitted photo) | Right, the Beech Grove basketball team celebrates its sectional win. (Photo by David Dixon) • Ongoing health monitoring and nursing assessments • Assistance with activities for daily living: Success at sectionals bathing, dressing, walking, personal Beech Grove, Center Grove basketball teams move on to regional action grooming and hygiene • Medication reminders and assistance • Three restaurant-style meals daily plus snacks FEATURE versus Jeffersonville. Zach Hahn said of a Jan. 8 overtime loss. • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services Curry leads the team with 11.6 points “However, we have yet to put together a • Assistance with transportation needs and 6.1 assists per game. Mitchell aver- full 32-minute game. We are defending the • 24-hour staffng and reception desk By Mark Ambrogi ages 11 points and six rebounds. Sopho- best all season. When the ball doesn't stick • Range of interesting and varied more Cam Brown chips in with 8.3 points on offense, and we push in transition, we Experience has served the Beech Grove programs and events per game. become a very good offensive team. I'm basketball team well. • Medicaid accepted Renfro, a former Beech Grove basket- hoping to see us put it all together this “We are definitely led by our seniors,” ball player, is in third year as coach. He was week in the regional.” Due to growth we are hiring few Hornets coach Mike Renfro said. “This is previously an assistant for five seasons un- The Trojans averaged 54.6 points per good people. LPN’S, QMA’S and CNA’S. Jadyn Curry’s third year, so who knows der the late Matt English. game while holding opponents to 47.5 better than him? He’s been under my tute- This was the Hornets’ third straight sec- Hahn, a former Butler University play- lage for quite some time. He’s really been tional title, a school record streak. er, said defense is always the key to win- our big-time leader on the floor. Gavin “Defensively I think this is our best ning championships. With that comes im- Mitchell is another strong senior leader team,” said Renfro, whose team beat Indian portant offensive factors like taking great and I get a chance to coach him in foot- Creek 67-48 in the sectional final at Beech shots each possession and limiting our ball, too. They know what to expect out of Grove. “The kids have really bought in de- turnovers to eight or less.” me and it’s kind of like having a bunch of fensively. If you can get five guys on the Hahn said ball movement and shot se- coaches on the floor sometimes.” floor playing and competing like we have, lection are the keys to regional success. That leadership has led Beech Grove to it’s been pretty special. I’m a firm believer “Off the court, staying healthy, adequate an 18-5 record, including a sectional title. in hard work breeds success.” rest and hydration are all important things For more information, call The Hornets take on Northview at 10 a.m. The Trojans advanced by defeating this weekend,” said Hahn, whose team Saturday in the Class 3A regional semi- Greenwood 41-35 in the sectional final at would face the winner finals at Greencastle. The winner would 317-885-4446 Whiteland. The Woodmen finished 18-6. Junior guard Tayven Jackson leads the play the Guerin Catholic-Greencastle win- Center Grove has won five of the last six Trojans with a 12.4 scoring average, followed 8601 South Shelby Street ner in the regional final. The other area games with the only loss a 64-61 decision by senior guard Landin Hacker at 12.1. Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 team to advance is Center Grove (14-6) to North Central Lutheran finished 21-4, losing to Tind- hellenicseniorliving-indianapolis.com will face Evansville Reitz (16-4) Saturday’s “We have played great basketball since ley 58-46 in the Class A sectional champi- Class 4A regional semifinals at Seymour. Managed by Gardant Management Solutions the Carmel game,” Center Grove coach onship at Lutheran. The other semifinal is Bloomington South 8 Week of March 11-17, 2021 • ss-times.com COMMUNITY The Southside Times

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From left to right: V-145 Chef de Gare Jay A. Collars, Indy Honor Flight representatives Jerry Vest and Scott Soladine and V-145 Correspondent Mike Delaney. (Submitted photo)

Indy Honor Flight presentation (Photo courtesy of Franciscan Health) hosted by 40 & 8 Voiture 145

New Franciscan vein clinic offers Honor Flight – Since many Vietnam veter- treatment options ans are unaware of their eligibility to apply for the Honor Flight missions, Voiture 145 Medical procedures – It begins with the invited the Indy Honor Flight to address appearance of spidery looking veins, some- our voyageurs at the January Promenade. thing many chalk up as part of the aging pro- The purpose of the presentation was to ex- Our community. plain and clarify the mission of the honor cess. But there are treatment options at the Our stories. flights; especially pertaining to the Viet- Every month, we aim to share the best of the Southside community Vein Clinic at Franciscan Health Rejuvenate Medical Spa at Stones Crossing. Procedures nam combat veterans and Vietnam era vet- sharing the stories of people who make a difference every day. at the Vein Clinic are done by a board-cer- eran’s eligibility. As a result What stories in the community deserve to be told? tified vascular surgeon and specially trained of the explanation by the What community Icons deserve recognition for what they do staff, who provide a variety of treatments Indy Honor Flight representatives, for Southside residents and organizations? from cosmetic services to more complex vein conditions. Among the clinic’s services: many of the Vietnam veter- Forward your suggestions to [email protected]. conservative management, laser and sclero- therapy (spider veins), adhesive treatment, ans applied for and Endovenous ablation. The Vein Clinic, the honor flights. located at 1703 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood, is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon- day through Friday. To schedule an appoint- ment, call (317) 528-MSPA (6772). ss-times.com • Week of March 11-17, 2021 9 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

NEED OCCUPATIONAL/ PHYSICAL THERAPY? Rain or Shine, We’re on Our Way! It can be difficult for Duke Homes Vice President Isaac Duke says the company has witnessed an elevated demand for new home construction in Johnson County. (Photo courtesy of Duke Homes) a lot of our patients to travel. Our OCCUPATIONAL/ Rise in New Home Building Permits in Johnson County PHYSICAL THERAPISTS help the patient focus their energy on healing and not worrying about FEATURE Central Indiana during the next 15-20 years southwest of downtown. with just over 190,000 residents expected by “A decade ago, Franklin was in great need making travel arrangements to 2040, compared with 158,000 in 2019. of redefining itself and we have accom- an outpatient clinic. By Aspire Economic Development + Isaac Duke, vice president of operations plished that. We are adding to the quality of Chamber Alliance for Duke Homes in Bargersville, observed, life with this industrial growth,” Barnett add- Outpatient Therapy “We have witnessed an elevated demand for ed, “so people want to work here, play here, Demand remains strong for new single- new home construction in Johnson County. and yes – retire here.” at Your Doorstep. family homes in Johnson County, which We believe this was an inevitable trend for Whiteland’s new Town Manager Kev- is experiencing a spike in the number of our area where the local communities have in McGinnis said, “We have three subdivi- Call us today 317-332-9861! building permits despite the COVID pan- generally good school systems and neces- sions under construction and have builders demic. Filings in 2020 rose 27 percent sary infrastructure, as well as it being a place looking for more ground to develop. Activ- over the prior year to a total of 955 and where people and businesses genuinely care ity breeds activity, and if Whiteland can keep this demand continued into January 2021, for one another. We think this is a special the activity going, we will be able to increase which saw a 36 percent increase to 90 per- place and people are attracted to that.” its desirability. Also, commercial develop- mits compared to the year-ago period. Duke added, “This upturn seems to have ment looks for rooftops to sustain business, “Our residents give us a secret weapon been accelerated and magnified by COV- so Whiteland is creating good sustainability when competing for company expansion ID-19, where dramatic lifestyle changes have and opportunities for the future.” McGinnis projects. They embody the Hoosier hospi- made people realize they need or want a dif- became town manager in January after serv- tality and Hoosier work ethic that leads to ferent environment to work-from-home or ing in that capacity in Bargersville where, he business success,” explained Aspire Presi- do remote-schooling. Or perhaps for others, said, there are five subdivisions currently un- dent and CEO Christian Maslowski. “It is COVID-19 just produced a need for some- der construction. critical that we continue to invest in commu- thing new. This change, paired with the ev- McGinnis noted that housing in Johnson nity amenities and neighborhoods that give er-looming problem of the nation's housing County is desirable because of its “suburban all our workers – from early-career talent to shortage, leaves many people with just one feel” with views of farmland and wooded company executives – a welcoming place to option: build a new home.” areas, its easy access to Indianapolis’ vari- call home.” Franklin Mayor Steve Barnett said he also ous attractions, and its availability of land Maslowski noted that the increase in is seeing a spike in housing construction, for residential development. He added that housing construction helps support Aspire’s spurred by the city’s industrial growth. “We available sewer capacity is also a factor, not- new 5-Year Economic Development Strate- have a need for housing for these workers. ing that Whiteland for example is present- gic Plan and its goal to embrace and pursue People want to move to Franklin because of ly using only half the design capacity of its opportunities for enhanced livability and the amenities here. We’ve invested in our- wastewater plant. quality of place. “Strategies include collabo- selves in several ways,” he said, citing as an “The building-permit numbers and the 317-332-9861 rating with housing stakeholders to under- example the groundbreaking last Septem- plans on the table are certainly impres- stand issues and develop solutions.” He add- THERAPYONWHEELSINC.COM ber for the city’s 15-acre $9 million amphi- sive,” concluded Maslowski. “I am thrilled ed that the building-permit increase helps theater, splash pad, pickleball courts, trails that demand remains strong for a Johnson support the projection that Johnson County 317-893-4453 (FAX) and playground, due to open in late summer County address!” will have one of the highest growth rates in 10 Week of March 11-17, 2021 • ss-times.com SOUTHSIDE PUZZLES The Southside Times

ACROSS 1. Opposite of sloppy 5. ___ Hari Puzzle Time 9. Firewood measure 13. Plead with a Waco university? 15. Draft status 16. Where Senators mingle at the US Capitol 17. Scoundrels 18. Angela Buchman forecast, often 19. Vader of "Star Wars" 20. Consumer protection org. 23. Jibe 26. OPEC member 27. Cheered for the Fever 30. Rectangular shapes 32. Cleaning agent 33. Internet letters 34. Indiana State Senate Minority Leader...and a rhyme of 13- and 55-Across 37. Current location? 6 Indiana 38. Playing marble Garden Herbs 4 Large U.S. Rivers 41. Colts' head coach (1991) ______44. Musical beat ______45. Keystone or Edgewood, ______briefly ______46. AT&T, e.g. DOWN Mini Marathon 25. Where a 1954 Purdue ______3 IND Airlines yearbook sold for $150 ______48. Bus. card abbr. 1. WTHR's net. 11. Kind of sale 5 Cities in France 28. Fortune teller's card ______49. Cozy corner 2. White River slippery one 12. Beech Grove HS track ______meet events 29. Carry out, as a mission ______51. Hoosier National Forest trees 3. In the past 14. Johnson County Sheriff's 31. Science suffix ______2 Publications 54. Enthusiastic about 4. Ski lift rap sheet letters 33. Online commerce ______55. Easily offended 5. Numerous ______19. Samson's betrayer 35. "Pretty Woman" man 60. Surgery reminder 6. "Merrily We Roll ___" 20. Texter's "Gimme a sec" 36. Give stars to 1 Indiana Purse Maker 61. Seamstress who 7. As well 21. Sound of disapproval at a 39. Tweet of gratitude ______specializes in a pants part? 8. Indianapolis Indians Pacers game 40. CPR pro 62. Towel word pitcher's pride 22. Indy 500 prize: 41. Disappear 63. Indiana House votes 9. ___-Cola ___-Warner Trophy 42. Show 64. Buck Creek Players part 10. Training for the 24. Like some numerals 43. Gods' drink 44. Don's Butcher Shop beef cuts 47. Line dance 50. ___ d'oeuvre

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Top 10 thoughts about my COVID-19 vaccine

By Torry Stiles

10. Since getting I’ve been hit with several text messages from the COVID-19 Ma- fia. I get less spam after writing back to one of those Nigerian princes. 9. The hots was barely noticeable. The lack of a lollipop afterwards left me feeling like I’d been gypped. 8. Brought back memories. The last time I had been to a big box store at 6 a.m. was to try and buy some Power Rangers. 7. I had to fill out a questionnaire and list my current medical issues. With all I put on there I don’t think it mattered. They were just being nosy. 6. If you scream at just the right time the pharmacist squirts COVID-19 juice all over the place. 5. I got my shot in a local big box store. I kept imagining if we still had Kmart A plethora of spring beauty awaits visitors at Garfield Park's Conservatory. Plants and flowers from around the world are grown and are on the Spring there’d be a Blue Light Special and I’d get Bulb Display in the Conservatory. Self-guided tours are available for four dollars through March 12. Visit garfieldgardenconservatory.org for more both shots for one price. information. (Photo by Neal Smith) 4. After the shot I had to hang out for 15 minutes in case I passed out or some- thing. After looking at the other people around me I so wanted to do my best BUSINESS READERS' WRITES QUOTE OF THE WEEK zombie impersonation. 3. There were more possible side-effects listed than symptoms I had when I caught Adult & Child Health expands Congrats to BGHS the ‘Rona. focus on pediatric care sectional champions “Everyone is born with 2. The brochure with the shot repeatedly tells you that it isn’t USDA or FDA ap- Healthcare – Adult & Child Health (A&C), Congratulations goes out to the BGHS proved. Somewhere out there is a crazy is broadening its focus to include more ser- a certain potential. You Boys Basketball Team for winning the 2021 aunt with her collection of essential oils vices to the pediatric population and Mar- Sectional Championship last Saturday night may never achieve your saying, “ I told you so.” ion and Johnson counties. A&C, recently at Beech Grove High School. Recently, the welcomed Dr. Melissa Collier as Associ- 1. I can’t tell you which BGHS Boys Junior Varsity team won the full potential, but how ate Medical Director for Primary Care. Dr. big store hosted my 2021 Indiana Crossroads Championship and Collier is a board-certified pediatrician who inoculation but I now have gone undefeated in conference close you come depends has worked for the CDC and for the Indiana think you could fig- play for two years in a row. Great future for ure it out. They had State Department of Health (ISDH). Under on how much you want our home teams. Our Sectional Champions one line open. Dr. Collier’s clinical leadership, A&C Health play this Saturday at 10 a.m. at Greencastle is accepting new pediatric patients at each to pay the price.” High School. Good Luck! of their clinics with additional medical sup- – Red Auerbach port from a strong team of Advanced Nurse Practitioners. The Southside location is at Dennis B. Buckley AMERICAN BASKETBALL COACH 8320 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. For more Mayor, City of Beech Grove informaiton, visit adultandchild.org. 12 Week of March 11-17, 2021 • ss-times.com NIGHT & DAY The Southside Times

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Roscoe’s Tacos

The Southside almost lost one of its staple local eateries in 2020. Roscoe’s Tacos, which has been around since April 1996, announced its closure in the midst of the COVID-19 precautions, and it did permanently shut down two of its three locations. But to its loyal customers’ delight - and support Roscoe’s Tacos offers four large tacos for $12 tacos. (Photo - it decided to reopen its original by Nicole Davis) Greenwood location in July. Lines continue to be steady into 2021, with patrons hungry to order some Tex-Mex. LOCATION: Roscoe’s Tacos menu includes a variety of tacos, 642 S Madison Ave. taco salads, burritos, nachos, value meals, several Greenwood, IN 46142 signature sauces, sides and drinks. See the full (317) 859-0043 menu at roscoestacos.com/menu.

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Take and Explore: SPRING • Packets can be SALI Featured Artist Show March • A one- picked up at the Conservatory front desk and artist show by Indianapolis professional wa- activities/crafts can be done throughout the tercolor artist, Elise Taylor. Elise will exhibit her park. Packets will be geared toward ages 5-10, collection of watercolor painting in a variety of but all ages are welcome to participate. Register subject matter. Over the years she has received one spot for each packet needed. Packets can numerous awards and ribbons including Re- be picked up anytime during program time. The serve Grand Champion, Judges Choice Award fee is $4 per child, ages 5-10. | When: Saturdays and Plein Air Award at the Marion County Fair; in March, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Where: Garfield Park Sweepstakes Award at the Indiana State Fair; Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Dr., Indianap- and Best of Show at the Brown County Art Gal- olis. | Info: garfieldgardensconservatory.org/ lery. | When: Through March 27. Regular hours, programsevents. Wednesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Where: Southside Art league, 299 E. Broadway St., PERRY TOWNSHIP Greenwood. | Info: SALI or Elise at (317) 882- 5562; arrange for viewing by appointment at any other time; southsideartleague.org. Play Plink ’n Park • Roll in and play the new- est game, Plink 'n Park. This is Southside Harley's Introduction to Pastel with Corrine Hull • version of the famed Plinko game on The Price is Sign up for a six-week course to learn the ba- Right. Win ISSHD prizes, and exclusive offers on sics of using pastels. Classes will include learn- H-D licensed products. One puck drop per adult ing to use pastels, lessons on composition, un- (16+). | When: March 13, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Where: derstanding values and more. $15 per class or Indianapolis Southside Harley-Davidson, 4930 $80 for all six classes. Masks are required and Southport Crossing Place, Indianapolis. | Info: maintain a physical distance between people. | Swish will feature art professionals who will soon turn downtown Indianapolis into a sidewalk art southsideharley.com. When: Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. through April 1. | gallery. (Photo courtesy of Arts Council of Indianapolis) Where: Southside Art league, 299 E. Broadway Carol’s Adventure Book Signing • Have lunch St., Greenwood. | Info: Contact Corrine at (317) Swish Arts & Culture Festival with an Author! Indiana True Crime Author Carol 902-3903 for more information or to sign up for Sissom will be signing copies of her latest title, the class. Nearly 600 visual artists, musicians, dancers, spoken-word artists, curators, and other creative- The Clue at the Haunted Bridge of the Monon industry professionals will turn downtown Indianapolis into a sidewalk art gallery and a three- Trail, and her series The LaSalle Street Murders, IN PERSON AND ONLINE week cultural festival when Swish tips off Saturday, March 13. All experiences are free and and Banking with Dillinger, Hand over Heart and open to the public and will take place outdoors. Swish will shine a spotlight on the city’s cre- many more. | When: March 20, 1 - 3 p.m. | Where: ative talent as Indianapolis prepares to welcome all 68 men’s college basketball tournament Books and Brews, 3808 S Shelby St., Indianapo- Kiwanis Club of Perry Township • The Kiwanis teams and fans from across the nation. The initiative will also employ central Indiana artists lis. | Info: /events/942326906303016. Club of Perry Township has returned to meeting who have lost significant income during the pandemic due to event cancellations and venue closures. The Arts Council of Indianapolis put out a public call for artists in February. For more information, visit indyarts.org. Calendar continued on page 13. ss-times.com • Week of March 11-17, 2021 13 The Southside Times NIGHT & DAY

★★★★✩ • PG-13 • Documentary, Drama • 1 hour, 29 minutes

Dick Johnson Is Dead A spectacular rumination on life, death, documentary filmmaking and memory

MOVIE REVIEW work, special effects and movie magic to re- it might look like it is a purely academic ex- peatedly film her father dying in increasingly ercise. Her examinations of the nature of funny ways. However, as the movie plays out memory versus documentation, the cruelty By Bradley Lane it becomes apparent that the seemingly silly of loss and mental degradation and the eth- content of the fictional scenes begins to car- ics of documentary filmmaking are directly Kirsten Johnson has been a cinematog- ry layered meaning both to Kirsten and her addressed in ways that are sure to inspire rapher for documentary films for nearly 30 father. Where the genius lies in the film is the rigorous debates amongst her audience, but years and just recently began to direct films way the documentary is edited to slowly re- Johnson’s greatest trick is that every moment herself in 2016 with her debut feature film, veal the different aspects of its themes and of Dick Johnson Is Dead is teaming with hu- Cameraperson. This was a self-reflective ideas to dazzling emotional effectiveness. manity and warmth. work focused on how the process of filming The film opens straightforward enough by It’s a wonderful magic trick that John- a documentary affected the subjects of those introducing the characters and the premise son can pull off being so emotionally open films she had worked on throughout her ca- in as plain as terms as possible. One thing to her audience while simultaneously work- reer. Johnson’s newest film continues her becomes abundantly clear in these first few ing to layer in complex ideas about the na- meta-textual streak while injecting a healthy minutes and that is that Kirsten loves her ture of what it means to be documented, all dose of personal vulnerability into that equa- father dearly and is terribly heartbroken to the while making a meaningful and loving tion, with a killer elevator pitch to boot. Dick see him go. This early revelation sets up the tribute to her father. It’s a special film that is Johnson Is Dead is a film, about making a question that leads to all others as the film endlessly ambitious and accomplishes every- film, about the death of her best friend and plays out: why make a fictional movie about thing is sets out to do and more. Dick John- father, C. Richard Johnson as he suffers with a real person? Why not just make a docu- son is Dead is available to stream on Netflix. memory loss in his twilight years in real life. mentary about his life? I would never spoil The fictional film being made about her your good time by answering this question father dying is framed not as a serious look Bradley is a Beech Grove High School for you, but the film delivers a gut punch of alumnus and has been enamored by back on his life, but rather a morbid slap- an answer about halfway through that gives film for as long as he can remember. stick comedy. We do learn about Dick John- He recently graduated from IUPUI, with way to one of the most complex documenta- son as the film goes on, but the fictional sec- a degree in Media and Public Affairs ries I’ve ever seen. with a minor in Film. Bradley can be tions are entirely invented. Kirsten Johnson Johnson is grappling with so many ideas contacted at [email protected]. creates elaborate set pieces involving stunt in this film on paper that from the outside Create Your Calendar continued from page 12. Mute, which brings new meaning to a 3-on- schedule! The rink is still at a 50 person capacity; 3 tournament as local celebrities team up for masks are required at all times including while Own PhotoCake® their best renditions of Shakespeare. Tickets skating. | When: March 15, 18, 22, 25 and 29, 10 every Thursday. | When: March 11, 7 a.m. (EST) | are $30. The silent auction will open for bid- a.m. to 5 p.m. | Where: Perry Park, 451 E. Stop Where: IHOP, 7521 U.S. 31 S. and on Zoom. | Info: ding on March 8 and access is included in the 11 Road. | Info: (317) 888-0070; /pg/IndyPer- ticket purchase. | When: March 12, 7:30 p.m. | ryPark/about. email: kiwanisperry@kiwanisperrytownship. Customize org; kiwanisperrytownship.org; : Kiwanis of Where: Online. | Info: More information, includ- Perry Township. ing tickets, sponsorship and more is available at Sahara Grotto Fish Fry • Sahara Grotto is hav- With Your irtlive.com/radioshow. ing a Fish Fry, dine-in, drive-thru and carryout Photo. to benefit the charity, Bringing Special Smiles to INDIANAPOLIS Mindfulness Minute for Kids and Families • Special Children. | When: March 19, 4-8 p.m. and Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invit- March 20, noon to 8 p.m. | Where: 7620 Madison Praying the Stations with St. John XXIII • Sa- ed to tune in for a moment of calm and focus. Ave. | Info: (317) 859-0805. cred Heart Catholic Church will be Praying the Learning Curve staff and occasional guests will Stations with St. John XXIII on all Fridays of Lent. lead mindful breathing exercises, movement Sahara Grotto Sportsman Raffle • Sahara Based on extensive scholarship and prayerful inspired by yoga, brief guided meditations, and Grotto, an appendant body of Free and Ac- study, the 14 Stations of the Cross have been uplifting conversation to take into the weekend. cepted Masons, takes care of children with spe- faithfully adapted to the message and teach- | When: March 12, 12 - 12:30 p.m. | Where: On- cial needs specifically in dentistry at no cost to ing of St. John XXIII. Each traditional prayer will line. | Info: indypl.org. the family through Bringing Smiles to Special be combined with video, music and reflections Children.Sahara Grotto is having a Sportsman .00 on John XXIII’s life that resonates in the modern Winter Sowing Seeds Outdoors • Join IndyPL (gun) Raffle. | When: April 17, noon to 4 p.m. | $ world. Masks and social distancing required. | Librarian and Master Gardener Anika Williams Where: Sahara Grotto, 7620 Madison Ave. | Info: 3 OFF When: Fridays during Lent, 6:30 p.m. | Where: for a demonstration of how to “winter sow” (317) 859-0805. Minimum $15 Cake Purchase. Expires 04/30/2021. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 530 Union St. | garden seeds outdoors that are made in home- Info: (317) 638-5551. made mini greenhouses from recycled plastic containers. | When: March 16, 7 - 8 p.m. | Where: baskin robbins Online. | Info: Indypl.org. ONLINE EVENTS 1280 US Hwy 31 N, Greenwood Enjoy your week! 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Smize and the world smizes with you

GRAMMAR GUY What kind of word is “smize”? It’s a sage to you. That’s called “textpectation.” verbal mashup of the words “smile” and When you play too many video games, “eyes.” First of all, “smize” is a neologism, you may contract a bad case of “Ninten- By Curtis Honeycutt which is a term for a newly-coined word. dinitis.” A “grolar bear” is a real animal I love new words; they keep our language discovered in 2006 which was half grizzly Remember faces? We used to be able to fresh and vibrant. bear and half polar bear. Do you have a see people’s noses, mouths, chins and — “Smize” is also considered a word high schooler who is constantly on his/her sometimes — glorious mustaches. In order blend, portmanteau, or — I love this term digital device? That’s a screenager. to help stop the spread of COVID-19, we — a “frankenword.” I’ve written about Have you seen the 2010 SyFy channel wear face coverings in everyday places in- portmanteaus before, but word blends, movie “Sharktopus”? It actually predated cluding grocery stores, schools and post of- portmanteaus and frankenwords are all the movie series “Sharknado” that started fices. All we can see of each other’s faces is the same thing; don’t let anyone convince in 2013. Let’s just say those movies were our eyes. That’s where Tyra Banks comes in. you otherwise. not “romcoms,” as any “skort”-wearing During season 13 of “America’s Next Like smizes, word blends are every- “momtrepreneur” could tell you. Top Model,” supermodel-turned-reality where. Whether someone advises you to What are your thoughts on “jorts”? show host Tyra Banks coined the term “chillax” (chill + relax) or you find some- Are they a fashion faux pas, or are they “smize,” which means to smile with your one “mansplaining” (man + explaining) just another “nontreversy”? I’ll be wait- eyes. Back in 2009, this term something to you, that’s a word blend. I ing impatiently for your emails with great was limited to the circles of would never go glamping (glamorous “anticipointment.” reality television buffs who + camping) without my favor- lived for the weekly drama ite spork (spoon + fork), lest I of this new and unpredict- get hangry (hungry + angry). Curtis Honeycutt is a syndicated able genre. Now in 2021, humor columnist. He is the author Here are some lesser- of Good Grammar is the Life of the “smize” is one of the only known word blends. You’ve the Party: Tips for a Wildly Puzzle Time Answers ways we can show warmth to probably experienced the Successful Life. Find more at the folks with whom we rub curtishoneycutt.com. SEE PAGE 10 anticipation of a friend Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: socially-distant shoulders in returning a text mes- our communities. 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Time for some financial spring cleaning FINANCES

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Over time, your in your life, such as a new job, a new sures, you can brighten your living investment portfolio can also accu- child or even a new plan for retire- space for the seasons ahead. And by EVENTS mulate redundancies – that is, you ment. By periodically reviewing your applying some of the same principles might own several investments that investment strategy, you’ll be able to to your financial environment, you can are essentially similar. It might be ap- clarify your vision for the future. help improve the prospects for meet- propriate to replace some of these ing your important goals. and broaden your holdings. Protect yourself James A. 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Dillinger, Hand over Heart and many more. Public Library. | Info: indypl.org. Every Thursday 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. | When: March 20, 1 - 3 p.m. | Where: Books University Heights Neighborhood Asso- and Brews, 3808 S. Shelby St., Indianapolis. You Good? 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Info: veteranhockeyskate.eventbrite.com. Clearing the Air: Understanding How open to the public. | When: April 14, 7 p.m. | IT services Computer & Electronics repair Air Quality Impacts Us and How We Can Where: Perry Township Community Room, Carol’s Adventure Book Signing • Have Improve It • The quality of our air is im- 4925 Shelby St. | Info: perrytownship-in. Reasonable prices. Free quotes. lunch with an Author! Indiana True Crime portant to a person’s health in many ways. gov./board. EMAIL [email protected] Author Carol Sissom will be signing copies Understand how the quality of our air can CALL (317) 560-3447 • /WildWolfTechLLC 16 Week of March 11-17, 2021 • ss-times.com FOR THE RECORD Obituaries The Southside Times

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Janelle Renee Albertson Loretta Ivalynn Allen Bruce David Banta John David Christopher Janelle Renee Albertson, 29, died Loretta Ivalynn Allen, 79, died on Bruce David Banta, 83, of John David Christopher, 59, of Indianapolis, died on Sunday, March 7, 2021. She Feb. 28, 2021. Loretta was born on Indianapolis, died on Saturday, on March 2, 2021. John David was born Aug. 25, was born to Paul Leonard and Nov. 3, 1941 to the late John March 6, 2021. He was born on 1961, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to the late Leroy Angela Lynn (Miller) Albertson on Wiggins and Ruby Bennett. April 18, 1937, in Indianapolis to Gray Christopher and Shirley Jean (McElyea) Dec. 21, 1991 in Beech Grove. Loretta loved attending college the late David and Constance Christopher, who survives. He graduated from Janelle graduated from Perry and reading new books. She Banta. He married Joanne Lippert Emmerich Manual High School, attended Meridian High School, class of especially enjoyed genealogy. Banta on Nov. 8, 1963. Bruce Lee College in Tennessee, Indiana University 2010. She attended Ivy Tech Community Loretta worked for Indiana Bell (AT&T) for 45 graduated from Straughn High School in 1955 Bloomington, and graduated from Ivy Tech College. Janelle worked as a nail technician in years. In addition to her parents, Loretta is and served honorably in the United States Army College. John was employed at Riley Children’s Greenwood for eight years. She married David preceded in death by her siblings. She is survived in the Military Police. He was an officer for the Hospital as a respiratory therapist for 37 years. Lloyd on May 9, 2018 on Anna Maria Island, Fla. by many nieces and nephews, along with Indianapolis Police Department for 22 years, He was a longtime member of The Caring Her daughter Rayleigh Lloyd was born on April numerous close friends. A memorial visitation owned Banta Builders and worked for Robert’s Place, where he sang in the choir, assisted with 3, 2013. The mother-daughter team was will be held March 11, 3 to 7 p.m. at Little & Sons Glass. Bruce was a member of the American the counseling program, and served as a lay extremely close and she devoted her life to Funeral Home, 1301 Main St., Beech Grove. Legion Post 355 and the F.O.P. Lodge 86. minister. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed Rayleigh’s upbringing and care. Janelle enjoyed Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Joanne hunting and fishing, but was an extraordinary listening to music, reading and crafting home Lippert Banta; daughters, Rochelle Banta Tedder deer hunter. Survivors include his wife, Mia; décor. Janelle was a movie buff and she was (Rob Tedder) and Jill Banta Smith (Kenneth mother, Jean; brother, Dan; sister, Joanie knowledgeable about many films. She loved Dr. Steven Patrick Bailey Smith); grandchildren, Brandon Banta (Alyssa), Endicott; several nieces and nephews. Visitation animals and online shopping. Janelle liked Dr. Steven Patrick Bailey, 67, of Greenwood, Austin Smith (Kylee), Cameron Smith, Brett and memorial service was March 6 at The Caring following her grandma’s tradition and baked formerly of Clarksville, Tenn., died after a Richardson, Nolan Smith, Katelyn Tedder and Place, 2901 N. Post Road, Indianapolis. O’Riley Christmas cookies every year. She is survived by courageous battle with cancer. Steve was Emily Tedder; and great-granddaughter, Funeral Home is serving the family. her husband, David Lloyd; daughter, Rayleigh born Aug. 23, 1953, in Lawrenceburg, Tenn., Brecklyn Banta. Family and friends will gather Lloyd; brother, Jacob Albertson; parents, Paul to the late Paris and Helen (Hahn) Bailey. He on March 11, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Lauck & Leonard and Angela Lynn (Miller) Albertson; graduated from Antioch High School, attended Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services, 1458 S. maternal grandparents, Willard and Julie Miller; Columbia State University, and graduated Meridian St., where prayers will be said at 12:15. Robert “Bob” E. Dietz in-laws, Rick and Machele Mustard; brother-in- from Life Chiropractic University in Marietta, A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 Robert “Bob” E. Dietz, 90, of Indianapolis, died law, Ricky Mustard; and sister-in-law, Kandra Ga. He followed a longline of chiropractors in p.m. in St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 8300 on March 4, 2021. He was born on May 23, 1930 Mustard. Janelle was preceded in death by her his family to continue this service to others. Rahke Rd. Inurnment is at SS. Francis & Clare to the late Lawrence H. and Mildred B. (Shaffer) paternal grandparents, Jerry and Ruth Always one to stay busy, Steve enjoyed being Catholic Church Columbarium. Dietz. Bob proudly served his country in the Stavroules and Joseph Albertson. Visitation is involved in Habitat for Humanity and Christmas United States Army. Bob worked at Chrysler. He March 13, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Newcomer in April. Steve had an excellent eye for design enjoyed auto mechanics and talking politics. Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, 925 E. and creativity. He used his high energy level Bob had a great sense of humor and never met Hanna Ave., Indianapolis. to see many projects through and was always Zachary M. Bova a stranger. Bob is survived by his three sons, Funeral service will interested in helping others. Survivors include Zachary M. Bova, 37, of Greenwood, died on Joseph M. Dietz, Timothy P. Dietz, and John W. follow at 1 p.m. his wife of 29 years, Kathy; siblings, Dr. Paris Sunday, March 7, 2021 in Indianapolis. Born Dietz; his three daughters, Deborah Osen, Mary Bailey and Julie (Jerry) Norman; stepmother, Oct. 19, 1983 in Beech Grove. Zach was a 2002 Ruhana, and Jane Dietz; 13 grandchildren; Joan Bailey; half-sisters, Lynn and Patrice graduate of Southport High School and received three great-grandchildren; brothers, Gary and Bailey; several nieces and nephews. Private his associates degree from Purdue University. Steve Dietz. He was preceded in death by his family viewing will be observed. The graveside He was an HVAC technician. He attended wife of 61 years, Marilyn J. Dietz; son, Robert service will be March 13, 2 p.m., in Mt. Pleasant Emmanuel Church at Banta Campus and was a Mark Dietz and granddaughter, Emily Ruhana. Cemetery, Greenwood. O’Riley Funeral Home is member of the Mt. Pleasant CLC. An avid dog Services will be held privately for his family. serving the family. lover, he was a major gamer, enjoyed music, Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. weight lifting and bowling. He is survived by his Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, parents, Barb and Phil Bova; his brother, Garrett 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. (Ashley) Bova; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Phil and Pauline Bova and Dick and Maxine Baker. Visitation is March 12, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Donald George Ernst G.H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home at Donald George Ernst 81, died on March 3, The Gardens at Olive Branch, followed by the 2021. He was born in St. Meinrad, Ind., to the funeral at 1 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Mt. late Edwin and Marie Ernst. Donald was a Pleasant Cemetery in Glenns Valley. graduate of Bristow High School and Vincennes University. He was a proud veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Don was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. He was employed

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Obituaries continued from page 16. from Stout’s RV Sales in Greenwood in 1995. loved to cook on the grill and play golf. Teddy She was preceded in death by her husband of Alice Jane Riley is survived by his wife, Gloria J. Stiles; children, 55 years, Bill (Buddy) Hoffmeister. Survivors Alice Jane Riley, 87, of Indianapolis, Shawna Geralds, Michelle (Ray Crawford) by the National Guard for over 42 years as an include Stacey Hoffmeister Evans (Steve) and died on Thursday, March 4, 2021. Geralds, and James (Tia) Stiles, Jr.;grandchildren, Aircraft Mechanic and Helicopter Pilot. After Grandsons Nicholas Evans and Jonathan Evans. Alice was born June 16, 1933 in Amber (Tony), Ricky, Haley, Kaitlyn, Ray, Summer, retirement he enjoyed being the helicopter Sharon lived to love her family and friends often Greencastle, Ind. to Herman and Ashlynn, Kayleigh; great grandchildren, Caiden pilot for Channel 6 news, and a Lifeline pilot cooking special meals for those she loved. Her Viola Chiles Magill. She was a and Jayden; and ten brothers and sisters. He was for IU Health. In his spare time Donald enjoyed grandsons share that passion as well. She will member of Southwest Church of preceded in death by his parents; and brother, fishing with his family. He is survived by his wife be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. the Nazarene. Alice enjoyed taking Timothy Stiles. Service was March 10 at G. H. of 51 years Sandy Ernst; son Steve (Amanda) Private services will be held by the family. trips to Dale Hollow and Florida and going to Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Ernst; daughter Brenda Ernst (Bradd Stoops); bluegrass gospel concerts. Alice is survived by Madison Ave., Indianapolis. grandchildren Sandro Guzman Thalia Guzman, her children Denise Wehrling, Warren Riley, Philip Kallan Stoops, Dresden Ernst; Audriana Stoops; Riley; sisters Mary Hedgspeth, Lauretta Magill, and Sloane Ernst; brothers, James and David Gary E. “Mert” Humphrey brother Ralph Magill; seven grandchildren; seven Ernst. He was preceded in death by brother great-grandchildren and one great-great- Gary E. “Mert” Humphrey, 70, of Indianapolis, William J. “Bill” Tavenor Tommy Ernst. Visitation was March 10 at O’Riley grandchild. She is preceded in death by her died Feb. 27, 2021. He was born Feb. 2, 1951, William J. “Bill” Tavenor, 102, of Greenwood, Funeral Home, 6107 S. East St. Indianapolis. parents, husband Kenneth Riley, daughters in Indianapolis, to the late Elmer Thomas and died on Feb. 21, 2021. He was born on May 10, A Mass of Christian Burial is March 11, 10 a.m. Pamela Dicks, Carol Riley, brother Harold Magill. Mildred Louise Pierpont Humphrey. Mert 1918 in Indianapolis to the late William E. and at St. Jude Catholic Church, burial will follow Visitation was March 9 at Little and Sons Beech was employed in the shipping department at Magdalena Phillipina Wilhelmina (Brunner) in Pleasant View Cemetery, Pleasant View, Ind. Grove Funeral Home. Funeral services was March Union Carbide (Praxair) for 25 years. Prior he Tavenor. Bill was a 1936 graduate of Manual O’Riley Funeral Home is serving the family. 10. Burial is at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. worked production at Bemis Bag and was a High School. He proudly served his country in machinist at Christie Machine Works. Mert was the United States Army. He was a member of a 1970 graduate of Southport High School. St. John’s United Church of Christ, a 75-year He enjoyed all forms of NASCAR, fishing, member of Centre Masonic Lodge #23, and Janice Faye Hix the Dallas Cowboys and watching college Ann “Annie” Margaret Smith National Association of Accountants. Bill was Janice Faye Hix, 81, of Greenwood, died on basketball, especially the Butler Bulldogs. Mert Ann “Annie” Margaret Smith, 57, an accountant for Mayflower, retiring in 1986. March 6, 2021. She was born on Oct. 7, 1939 in lived a spiritual, God fearing life and was very of Indianapolis, died on Sunday, He enjoyed bowling and golfing up into his Laurel Co., Ky. She was a member of Greenwood prayerful. He is survived by his daughter Lindsey Feb. 28, 2021. She was born on 90’s. He and Hilda enjoyed traveling, going on Christian Church Senior Group. Janice loved Lee Humphrey; siblings JoAnn Oakes (William), Nov. 23, 1963 in Franklin, Ind. to cruises, and square dancing. Bill is survived sewing, reading, spending time with her Jerry Humphrey (Wanda), John Humphrey the late Gene R. and Barbara Lee by his daughter, Sue (Don) Good; son, William grandchildren and her husband, Harold. Janice (Mary), Rick Humphrey (Teresa), Joe Humphrey (Williams) Mathes, Sr. She is survived by her children, Gilbert Lee (Debbie) (Charlene); and eighteen nieces and nephews. married the loved of her life on Crawford, Darlene “Sue”(Tom) Brockus, Tonya He is preceded in passing by his son William Aug. 18, 1979, Jeffery Brian Smith, Sr.; he Ellen (Bill) Carr, Madawna Jo Springer, and Ryan Humphrey, parents, and siblings Joyce survives. Annie retired from the Franklin Obituaries continued on page 18. Harold Odell (Chastity) Hix Jr; grandchildren, Allen, George Humphrey, Jack Humphrey, and Township School Corporation where she last Jason Seidensticker, Heather Rice, Kimberly James Humphrey. Online condolences maybe worked at Acton Elementary as a custodian. Crawford, Zac Crawford, Candice Campbell, offered by visiting chancefuneralhome.com. She enjoyed playing bingo, was a great cook Megan Muir, Alison Davis, Brandon Davis, (she loved to eat too!) and loved cats. Annie Complete Abigail Knipstine, Hannah Jo Springer, Bethany was always happy and loved to laugh and have Springer, Micah Springer, Leah Springer, a good time. Survivors include her husband of Burial Package Nicholas Hix, Kaleigh Hickey, Christiana Fredrick David Kattau 42 years, Jeff Smith, Sr.; son, Jeff “Buck” Smith, Moreland, Brayden Hix, Josie, Dixie, Ezekiel, Jr.; siblings, Bobbie (James) Stephenson, Linda Fredrick David Kattau died on and Flower Brockus; 18 great-grandchildren; (Jamie) Garrett, Ruth (Tom) Carpenter, Gene $2100 Feb. 24, 2021. Fred was the oldest brothers, Edward Patterson and Michael (Annette) Mathes, Jr., Kathy (Louie) Richardson, • Any Gravesite You Choose child of Cassie and Fred J Kattau, Patterson; and several nieces and nephews. Gary (Tonya) Mathes, Brenda (Dewayne) Balay; born in Indianapolis on Dec. 25, • Opening & Closing She was Nan to Becky Gentry, Buddy Crawford, granddaughter, Alexis Marie Smith; and many 1939. He graduated from Deanna Gregorich, Earleena Bean, Christina nieces and nephews. Services were private due • Concrete Container Emmerich Manual High School in Crawford, Jeremy Brown and Angie Firrone. to COVID-19 and a celebration of her life will 1958, and attended General • Tent & Chairs • Purchase At Need She was preceded in death by her husband, take place when it is safer to do so. Motors Institute before returning home to care Harold Hix; mother, Josephine (Deaton) Arrangements and care provided by Lauck & for the growing family he was creating with his Patterson; and siblings, Bobby Patterson, Bill Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services. young wife, Mary Frances Meador. Fred worked Patterson, Wayne Patterson, Shirley Ellis, Hulah his entire career as an insurance investigator, Crawford and Brenda Kay Patterson. Visitation retiring in the early 2000s. Fred was preceded in and service was March 10 at G. H. Herrmann death by his parents, his wife of 25 years Sandra Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Cleckner Kattau, and brother Chuck (Charles) Joseph Henry Stewart Ave., Indianapolis. Janice will be laid to rest in Kattau. He is survived by his wife Mary Lou Joseph Henry Stewart, 59, of Indianapolis, died Greenwood Cemetery. (Moorman) Kattau; siblings JoAnn (Joseph) on March 7, 2021. Arrangements are pending at Bailey, Paul (Kathy) Kattau, and Barbara (David) G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, Sweeney; his children: T. Suzanne (Jeffrey 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Thompson) Kattau, David J.(Rhonda) Kattau, Sharon E. Hoffmeister Cynthia M. Burch, and Kara D. (Paul) Miller; 12 Sharon E. 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* Copies of The Southside Times are available School: 9:25 a.m. | Engaging People in ✞ UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Obituaries continued from page 17. Betty J. Foster each week in this church's office or lobby. Christ through Connecting, Learning, St. John’s United Church of Christ • Caring and Serving. 7031 S. East St., Indpls (U.S. 31, Southport Hampton Windmiller ✞ CATHOLIC *Concordia Lutheran Church Road). | Ph: (317) 881-2353. | Rev. Ross J. (Susan) Tavenor Jr; five grandchildren, Matt Betty J. Foster Hampton Windmiller, *Good Shepherd Catholic and Preschool • 305 Howard Tyler. | Sun. Contemporary Worship: 9 a.m. (Kim) Good, Alex (Lauren) Good, Seth (Roy) 95, of Greenwood, died on Thursday, Church • 2905 S. Carson Ave., Road, Greenwood. | (317) 881- | Traditional Worship: 10:30 a.m. | Sunday Good, Ryan (Alicia) Tavenor, Rachel (Justin) March 4, 2021. She was born on April Indpls. | Ph: (317) 783-3158. | 4477. | Worship Sun.: 9 a.m. & 11 School: 10:30 a.m. Pepper; five great-grandchildren, Julia and 23, 1925 to Thomas R. and Grace Rev. Jeffery Moore, Sac. Minister. a.m.; Mon.: 6:30 p.m. | Sunday Olivia Tavenor, Hailey and Aubrey Good, Louisa ✞ (Dewey) Foster in Indianapolis. Betty | Sat. Mass: 4:30 p.m. | Sun. Mass: School: 10:05 a.m. | concordia- UNITED METHODIST Pepper; and brother, Albert Tavenor. He was 10 a.m. | Ordinariate Rite 11:30 was one of 11 children. She attended lcms.com. Edgewood United Methodist • 1820 E. preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Roachdale High School. Betty spent a.m. | Completely Handicapped Epler Ave. | Ph: (317) 784-6086. | Rev. Paul Hilda Marie Tavenor. A Graveside service will the winters in Okeechobee, Fla. She was a member of Accessible. | All Welcome! ✞ NON-DENOMINATIONAL Wagner. | Sun. Worship: 9 a.m. | Sunday be conducted privately for the family at Forest NCHA for many years and went camping often when Holy Name of Jesus • 89 N. 17th Ave., Emmanuel Church: Banta Campus School: 10:15 a.m. | edgewoodumc-indy. Lawn Memory Gardens. Arrangements have org. | “The Church for The Next 100 Years.” she was younger. She was united in marriage on Dec. Beech Grove. | Ph: (317) 784-5454. | • 6602 S. Harding St., Indpls. | Ph: (317) been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Greenwood 21, 1941 to the late Robert K. Windmiller in Roachdale, 535-9673. | Pr. Aaron Beasley. | Sun.: 9 & | We are on . Rev. Robert Robeson. | Worship Times & Funeral Home, 1605 S. State Road, Greenwood. Ind. Betty was a cashier at Turn Style for 22 years. She 11 a.m. | eclife.org. Anticipation Sun.: 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Rosedale Hills United Methodist enjoyed gardening and sewing. Betty is survived by | Sat. Mass: 5 p.m. Tallwood Chapel Community Church • • 4450 S. Keystone Ave., Indpls. | Ph: her children, Judy Smith and Bobby Windmiller; Saints Francis & Clare Catholic Church 5560 S. Shelby St., Indpls. | Ph: (317) 787- (317) 786-6474 | Email: officerhumc@ daughter-in-laws, Nita and Leann Windmiller; nine att.net. | Senior Pastor Amy Lee. | Sun.: • 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. | 5595. | The Gospel is a seed - come grow Patricia “Trish” A. Wetzel grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and two great- Ph: (317) 859-4673. | Fr. Steve Giannini. | with us. | Worship with us Sundays 10:30 9:30 a.m. | Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. | Patricia “Trish” A. Wetzel, 68, of Indianapolis, rosedalehillsumc.com. great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Sat. Anticipation Mass: 5:30 p.m. | Sun.: 7, a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. Prayers are with you died on March 1, 2021. She was born on Nov. her husband, Robert K. Windmiller; sons, William 8:45 & 11:30 a.m. during this time. | BIBLE CHURCH, Ministry ✞ WESLEYAN 20, 1952 in Indianapolis to James Owen Grimes Windmiller and Timothy Windmiller; son-in-law, John of HOLY WORD. and Patricia Anne (Miller) Grimes. Trish enjoyed ✞ CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST Circle of Hope Wesleyan Church • 120 Smith; daughter-in-law, Dee Windmiller; and parents, her family, friends, and cooking. Trish is survived Sixth Church of Christ, Scientist • 7625 ✞ SOUTHERN BAPTIST S. 4th Ave., Beech Grove. | Ph: (317) 840- Thomas R. and Grace Foster. Funeral service was 2950. | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. | Wed.: 6:30 p.m. | by her husband of 50 years, Robert Lee Wetzel; March 10 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & McFarland Road. | Ph: (317) 888-3204. | Calvary Baptist Church • 200 Sunset children, Aron Wetzel; grandchildren, Haleigh Blvd., Greenwood. | Ph: (317) 881-5743. | Food Pantry: 2nd & 4th Wed. 5-7 p.m. Receptions, 925 East Hanna Ave., Indianapolis with Sun.: 10 a.m. | Sun. School: 10 a.m. | Wed.: Wetzel, Aedan Wetzel, Audrey Wetzel, and Sr. Pr. Dave Cook | Sun.: 10:30 a.m. | Sunday Pastor Shawn Elderidge officiating. A private burial 4 p.m. | Reading Room Hours Tues.: 11 Southview Wesleyan Church • 4700 Avery Wetzel. She was preceded in death by a.m.-2 p.m. & Wed.: 2:30-3:30 p.m. School: 9 a.m. | Something for All Ages. will be held at Floral Park Cemetery in Indianapolis. Shelbyville Road, Indpls. | Ph: (317) 783- Jeff Grimes (brother) and James Grimes (father). ✞ 0404. | Pr. Rick Matthews. | Sun.: 10:30 Funeral services were March 6 at G. H. Herrmann ✞ LUTHERAN SPIRITUALIST a.m. & 6 p.m. | Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Calvary Lutheran Church and School The Spiritualist Church of | Currently streaming at 10 a.m. Obituaries are printed free of charge. Funeral directors • 6111 Shelby St., Indianapolis | (317) Indianapolis • 3020 S. Meridian St. Ste. 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