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Left, Franklin Central High School senior Lydia Lake with Susan Tomlinson and Lisa Laker, English teacher for FCHS. | Center top, Tomlinson is surrounded by the class of 2020 FCHS student volunteers at the Indianapolis Sister Cities International Teacher Outreach Conference, which she chaired. | Center bottom, Tomlinson has been with the Franklin Township Community School Corporation for 28 years. | Right, an animal lover: Tomlinson with her horse, Kizzie. | Below, Tomlinson lives in rural Morgan County. (Submitted photos)

The Southside Times Educator of the Year: Susan Tomlinson Franklin Central High School teacher uses a passion for history to inspire students and colleagues

By Nancy Price A Teaching Legend and work within the field of social studies,” added Cacin- Susan Tomlinson’s passion for U.S. his- “Mrs. Susan Tomlinson is a teaching leg- tory started while listening to her third- da Walters, Government, U.S. end,” said Lisa Laker, English teacher for and World History teacher for grade teacher read the Little House on Franklin Central High School. “Recognized the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. FCHS. “Her dedication and as our district’s first Teacher of the Year many contributions to our field is be- “The stories of these pioneer settlers fasci- years ago, Susan continues to develop profes- nated me and gave me an appreciation for yond description.” sionally and serves on the Indiana Council for the history of the westward movement,” Tomlinson grew up in the Social Studies executive board, the Indi- Tomlinson said. Mooresville and graduat- anapolis Sister Cities International executive In addition, both sets of her grandpar- ed from Mooresville High teacher outreach board and she consults for School. She received her ents travelled, bringing back gifts and sto- Gilder Lehrman United States History or- ries of international culture, which sparked bachelor’s degree in Social ganization. In this capacity, Mrs. Tomlinson Studies Education and her her interest in sociology. “I have traveled was chosen to advise on award-winning Ken to 26 countries in Europe and Asia includ- master’s in Secondary Educa- Burns’ documentary, Vietnam. She has been tion and U.S. and World Histo- ing China, Japan and Saudi Arabia and awarded Indiana Social Studies Teacher of lived in Germany for five years during the ry from Ball State University. She the Year by Gilder Lehrman, and she has been studied post-graduate at I.U. Bloom- time of the fall of the Berlin Wall and re- honored with a plethora of awards, including unification,” she said. “I use those experi- ington, Purdue and IUPUI. Tomlin- a Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellowship that took son began her career by teaching in ences to enhance my teaching.” her on teaching adventures to Slovenia, Italy Tomlinson, a U.S. History and Sociology Muncie, Ind., including the Burris Lab- and Croatia. Susan is highly accomplished. oratory School’s Center for Gifted and Tal- teacher for Franklin Central High School, She is my educational hero!” has been named The Southside Times’ Ed- “Susan is also a wealth of information ac- ucator of the Year. quired from her many travels, workshops Educator of the Year continued on page 5. ss-times.com • Week of April 23-29, 2020 5 The Southside Times COVER STORY

Educator of the Year continued from page 4. Ind. “When Governor Holcomb declared Eva Education Day in Indiana, the History Club decided to create an after-school event to rec- “Thank You!” ented at Ball State University. She spent an ognize this event and to promote Eva’s mes- to those who are providing essential services: health care workers, truck drivers, grocery additional five years teaching in Manheim, sage of forgiveness,” Tomlinson said. store employees, financial service representatives, teachers, parents and many others. Germany. Tomlinson taught World Geogra- You are appreciated! phy at Franklin Township Middle School for Using History to Make a Difference 10 years and has been with Franklin Central High School for the past 18 years. She was a “History is made up of fascinating stories founding member of the Freshman Acade- of people of different backgrounds, abili- my and, with Laker, founded World Cultures ties and areas of talent,” Tomlinson contin- Club 15 years ago. ued. “I want students to realize that they Stay in control can make history in some way. Even as high school students they have a voice and ideas of your finances Celebrating Diversity that they can use to make a difference in “Our township was growing and with this their lives and the lives of others.” No matter where you are. growth came an increase in the rich diversi- Although Tomlinson has more than 40 ty of our population,” explained Tomlinson. years of teaching under her belt, she con- “We saw World Cultures Club as a way to tinues to learn every day ... from her students. “I continue to grow in my love and Manage your IU Credit Union account recognize and celebrate the cultures repre- 24/7, even from the palm of your hand! sented in our school. The response to the appreciation for these human beings who are my students,” she said. “I learn from club was enthusiastic and within a few years • Mobile Banking* with Mobile Deposit it was the biggest club at the school. The them, and I grow and explore with them. (and touch ID for iPhones with touch ID capability) highlight of the year was the Flashes Around Teenagers are amazing creatures who can the World International Festival which con- be kind, compassionate, caring, innovative, • Online Banking & Bill Pay tinues to be a showcase of exhibits and per- creative, funny and challenging. They keep formances celebrating Franklin Township’s me growing and learning ... and they keep • Online Loan Applications me young!” multi-cultural community.” • Bank-by-Phone Tomlinson also created an annual “Eva Ed- Tomlinson has been married to her hus- ucation Day” for students and the community band, Chuck for 43 years. They have three • eStatements & eNotices to celebrate the life of the late Auschwitz sur- dogs, a horse and one pony and live on eight vivor and Hoosier, Eva Mozes Kor. Kor found- acres of land in rural Morgan County. ed the CANDLES Museum in Terre Haute, To learn more, visit: www.iucu.org Small campus, Big education Stay connected! Stay connected through Facebook, • 50+ majors and programs email and our website at iucu.org. • 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio • First-year Launch program *Message and data rates may apply. • Hands-on internships and/or Check with your mobile provider. undergraduate research • 97% of students are employed or attending graduate school within six months of graduating • 50+ student organizations We started a credit union www.FranklinCollege.edu and created a community.

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Franklin Township Historical Roncalli athletes named Society switches to calendar- to Circle City Conference Girls’ year dues renewal Basketball Team

Historical society dues – The Franklin Town- Athletics – The Circle City Conference has ship Historical Society is switching to a calen- announced the All-Conference for girls’ bas- dar-year renewal basis to make it easier for ketball. The team was selected from nomina- everyone to keep track of when renewals are tions made by the coaches of the Circle City due. If you joined or renewed your member- Conference teams. The following Roncal- ship in the last half of 2019, don’t worry – your li students named to the team is as follows: membership is valid through December 2020. Madelyn Bischoff and Alana Vinson. Bischoff If you joined or renewed prior to that, though, and Vinson are also three-time members. it’s time to renew now. (Lifetime memberships will not be affected by this change.) FTHS members receive a 10 percent discount on our publications and merchandise, can attend society meetings and special events and receive the newsletter. If you wish to renew, you can do so online at fths.org/membership or mail Enthusiastic crowds showed for Nothing Bundt Cakes’ grand opening. (Submitted photo) the membership form (available on our website) on a sheet of paper with your name, mail- ing address and email address, along with your dues, to Franklin Township Historical Society, Nothing Bundt Cakes opens in Greenwood Perry Meridian High School seniors, Victor Barona and P.O. Box 39015, Indianapolis, IN 46239. Indi- Amy Dilley with mascot, Butler Blue III. (Submitted photo) vidual member dues are $20 per year, $40 per FEATURE nity. “My family is from the Southside and couple, $50 per year for a family membership we have several entrepreneurs in the com- Butler University awards (one household), $100 per year for a sustaining munity. My parents own Kacey’s Twin Eat- full scholarships to two Perry member and 4200 for a sustaining couple and By Amy Moshier ery in Whiteland and have been serving the a one-time payment of $200 per individual for Southside for over 40 years. We are bakery Meridian seniors a life member. Sometimes in life, patience can be a vir- #359 in the Nothing Bundt Cakes brand and Scholarships – tue. That was certainly the case for LeAnn, are absolutely thrilled to have been chosen Butler University has award- 51, and Charles Brown, 50, who just had a among 5,000 applicants a year to represent ed full scholarships to two Perry Meridian ✃ very busy recent grand opening for Nothing the brand in Greenwood. High seniors, Victor Barona and Amy Dil- Bundt Cakes bakery in Greenwood. She and Charles – high school sweet- ley. Barona is the recipient of the Dr. John “My husband and I have been married for hearts – have fond memories of how they Morton-Finney Leadership Scholarship, 27 years and have always wanted to open our were introduced to the Nothing Bundt whose namesake was an alumnus of Butler own business,” LeAnn said. “We have been pa- Cakes brand. “Our first introduction to and earned 11 degrees and practiced law tiently waiting for the ideal opportunity and the brand was while visiting my brother for 53 years. He retired two years before his partnership that served our mission to serve in North Carolina last year. We were im- death at the age of 108, making him the old- others in an extraordinary and unique way.” pressed with the “ma” and “pa” feel, quality est practicing attorney in Indiana. Dr. Mor- Around 600 guests attended the bakery’s of the cakes and surprised to learn it was ton-Finney believed in education and served grand opening. “We had a line outside the a franchise! It brings us joy to see the ex- the Indianapolis Public School system for We are open for carry-out building and down the block. We had so much pressions and sound effects of guests when 47 years as a teacher and administrator. fun serving guests,” she added. “The first 50 & curbside pick up! trying (their Bundt cakes) for the first time. While academic performance is considered, received a card for a free Bundlet (a miniature Cake was not our dessert of choice until the scholarship is awarded to students who DELIVERY AVAILABLE THROUGH DOORDASH Bundt cake) every month for a year.” trying Nothing Bundt Cakes for the first demonstrate an active leadership role to pro- Nothing Bundt Cakes was founded in time ... it’s seriously addicting!” she said. mote diversity and inclusion through high Steak • Catfish 1997 by Dena Tripp and Debbie Shwetz. The Browns have been glad to experience school and community activities. They must They joined forces, or better yet kitchens, the support they have received from the cor- also engage in professional development op- Burgers • Salads to make cakes to entertain their friends and porate level of the franchise. Nothing Bundt portunities. Barona plans to study account- family, who said the cakes were delicious and Soups • Pasta Cakes has its own real estate team, who ing at Butler’s Lacy School of Business. He unlike anything anyone had tasted. As a re- helped support the ideal location. “Luckily is one of only five students, out of nearly 800 Sandwiches & Wraps sult, their friends and family asked them to for us, the location – at 3113 W. Smith Val- applicants, to receive the Leadership Schol- entertain more. They quickly realized this ley Road – was our first choice,” LeAnn said. arship. Dilley’s scholarship surprise came as side project of theirs could be something “We are a one-stop shop for all occa- she sat inside calculus class. She received the 5209 E. Thompson Rd., 46237 more. There was a gap in the world for de- sions. We offer Bundt cakes in four sizes, 10 Butler Tuition Guarantee, which provides DalesFamilyRestaurant.com licious cakes, readily available, that didn’t flavors and have a variety of gifts, balloons full tuition each year when combined with compromise on quality ingredients. Flash and cards for all your celebration needs,” she all federal, state and university scholarships (317) 757-8626 forward and Nothing Bundt Cakes has added. “It’s our desire to bring joy and happi- and grants. It’s available to Marion County grown nationwide. Dena and Debbie’s vision Monday - Friday 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. ness through Bundt Cakes. I would love for students who have a solid academic record, was to have the warmth and nostalgia of its as well as participation in high school extra- Saturday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. everyone in the greater Greenwood area to home-kitchen roots, but also take a modern join our eClub and receive a free Bundtlet curricular activities and community service approach for the world today. on their birthday. All of our cakes are a great projects. Dilley also plans to study business Together We Can Overcome LeAnn’s family has a rich history of sev- way to share with others how much they are at Butler’s Lacy School. Dilley is one of 10 eral successful entrepreneurs in the commu- appreciated every day!” students to receive the award. ss-times.com • Week of April 23-29, 2020 7 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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She graduated from • Linoleum in kitchen and ceramic tile Center Grove High School and is a senior at in bathroom Indiana University – Purdue University In- • Emergency call devices in bathroom dianapolis studying international business Beech Grove Chamber helps and bedroom and marketing, while minoring in economics. • Pre-wired for cable TV and telephone “Cheyenne has done great work for us this ses- all local businesses and nonprofits • Mini-blinds provided sion,” Bray said. "It's always great to have local students participate in the internship program through the end of May Services here at the Senate." As a legislative intern, • Ongoing health monitoring and nursing assessments Hodges tracks and analyzes bill data, provides FEATURE New this year is a job fair that was origi- constituent services, staffs Senate committee nally scheduled for May but will be sched- • Assistance with activities for daily living: hearings and meetings and conducts legisla- uled for later this year. “We feel a job fair is bathing, dressing, walking, personal tive policy research. Senate Majority interns By Nancy Price a great benefit to our members,” said Har- grooming and hygiene work through the duration of the legislative lor. “We are hopeful it will be able to be • Medication reminders and assistance The Beech Grove Chamber of Com- session, which will end by March 14. held in late September.” • Three restaurant-style meals daily plus snacks merce is currently assisting all local busi- Members pay an annual fee and gain ac- • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services nesses and nonprofits, regardless of cess to networking events, training pro- • Assistance with transportation needs whether or not they are members of the grams, business assistance, marketing • 24-hour staffng and reception desk chamber, through May 31, in response and promotions. • Range of interesting and varied to COVID-19. “Our chamber brings a tremendous programs and events ”A business will succeed in a thriving value to a business or nonprofit,” Harlor • Medicaid accepted business community,” said Renee Harlor, continued. “Our members receive a ton executive director for the Greater Beech of benefits and membership often quickly Due to growth we are hiring few Grove Chamber of Commerce. “We have pays for itself. They have access to class- good people. LPN’S, QMA’S and CNA’S. the ability to help our entire community es, marketing assistance, networking and of business owners and nonprofit organi- much more. It also shows the community zations at this time. Currently, we are of- that you not only care about your business, fering free 30-minute consultations for any but the well-being of the community.” business or nonprofit. We will review the Any business or nonprofit organization CARES Act and other business assistance located in the Greater Beech Grove area Children’s book author Kimberly Smith recently programs. In addition they will receive a can email the chamber at info@Beech- published Lulu for the Win. (Submitted photo) portion of our member benefits.” GroveChamber.org or call (317) 800-8499. The chamber is a nonprofit organization “It is free of charge and we are working with the goal of creating a vibrant business for them,” Harlor said. “We want busi- Children’s book author community that residents can enjoy and ness owners and nonprofit organizations For more information, call visits Homecroft be proud of, according to Harlor. In addi- to reach out to us with their concerns. tion to providing business assistance, the Kindergarten Academy Though many businesses are closed it is 317-885-4446 chamber provides scholarships and free still important to market their businesses. Author visit – community events that help promote local 8601 South Shelby Street Author Kimberly Smith visit- We have a great checklist for businesses to business and provide the community with Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 ed Homecroft Kindergarten Academy to read use. We are a nonprofit organization that community focused entertainment. 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Find your place at the Star: to warmer weather, allowing Star: to the Senate’s passage of ad- library ... at home for walks, bike rides and outdoor ditional coronavirus relief funding, play, a welcome change after being cooped including renewed funding for the Pay- This week is National Library Week. The up in our homes for so long. check Protection Program, Economic Inju- theme is “find the library at your place,” ry Disaster Loans, hospitals and expanded which highlights how libraries are offer- Star: to Beech Grove Chamber for testing. The agreement also clarifies that ing virtual services and digital content their offering free assistance to all local farmers with under 500 employees are eli- TOP 10 PLANS FOR communities need as the impact of COV- businesses through the end of May. gible for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. ID-19 changes the work of libraries and li- MY STIMULUS CHECK THE brary workers. Star: to the second annual (virtual Star: to Aspire Economic Develop- WIFE HAS REJECTED The Johnson County Public Library is in- this year) 4.01k Race for Financial ment + Chamber Alliance for a new Fitness, which kicks off at the location of online digital gift card program available to viting the community to participate by ask- By Torry Stiles ing them to find their favorite reading place your choice June 7 with a day of interactive help stimulate cash flow to local businesses, at home and snap a picture or design a book- activities via social media and continues whether or not they remain open. Custom- 10. Free "Torry's Top 10" T-shirts for all my mark and post a photo to the library’s Face- through June 20. Local race proceeds will ers can redeem the digital cards now for fans. I'll need about three if I include my book comments or email their submissions benefit Junior Achievement of Central Indi- takeout and delivery or for products and ser- mom. ana to promote students’ financial literacy. vices later. There are no fees to participate. to Elyssa at [email protected]. Every- 9. Four straight days of Sushi Club and Rit- one who shares a photo will be entered into ter's Frozen Custard. a drawing for one of four National Library Week prize baskets. 8. Glamor Shots session. Tasteful nudes What are some good books out there the only, of course. Lots of soft-focus stuff. whole family can enjoy during their down- 7. Down payment on a city-county council time at home? Amy Hamilton, adult/teen li- seat. Vote Torry! brarian of JCPL – White River Branch, sug- 6. Boxer shorts emblazoned with the gests the following: phrase, "Quarantine This." Adult 5. "Feel the Bern" memorabilia. It's on sale. • Revolver Road by Christi Daugherty Cheap. • The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson QUOTE OF THE WEEK 4. Season tickets to the Southport Little • The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides League tee ball games. Box seats. • Recipe for a Perfect Wife by Karma Brown 3. 40-inch spinner chrome wheels for my • The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai 20-year-old Lincoln Town Car with the cracked windshield and exhaust held up Young Adult “If people sat outside and looked by a piece of rope. • The Loop by Ben Oliver 2. Sleepover in Long's Bakery followed by a • Last Girls by Demetra Brodsky week's stay at the diabetes clinic. • By the Book by Amanda Sellet at the stars each night, 1. "Torry's Top 10" tattoo. She claimed it • Super Adjacent by Crystal Cestari I’ll bet they’d live a lot differently.” would be false advertising. Children – Bill Watterson, American cartoonist • Tiny Bird by Robert Burleigh • In My Garden by Charlotte Stead • Arlo, Mrs. Ogg and the Dinosaur Zoo by Alice Hemming • How to Make Friends with the Sea by Tanya Guerrero READERS' WRITES The Southside Times For more information, please visit pageaf- Go slow on reopening continue social distancing and if you have a welcomes letters to terpage.org. fever or don’t feel well to please stay home. the editor in good taste. businesses Decisions to open businesses and government buildings to the public must be made All submissions are subject to editing. BELIEVE IT! In an earlier press conference Governor after consultation with doctors or specialists Please send to [email protected]. Holcomb began talking about working with who study infectious diseases. All letters must be signed. Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical neighboring governors to begin the process Please include a daytime phone number laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one to reopen government and business. We with you ... Stay safe, for verification purposes only. must be extremely careful with this and take Dennis B. Buckley In Prince William County in Virginia, it is illegal to baby steps. Through the immediate future, park a car on railroad tracks. Mayor, I would certainly suggest that local citizens city of Beech Grove Source: dumblaws.com ss-times.com • Week of April 23-29, 2020 9 The Southside Times IT'S GOLDEN

AROUND TOWN

A message from the Kiwanis our golf outing in June. Everyone stay safe Club of Perry Township regarding and healthy and maintain your social dis- the coronavirus tance.” Co-President Scott Splichal added, “I believe the bike rodeo will be canceled and probably not rescheduled since the Baxter Coronavirus – The coronavirus situation has Carole Pefley of Carole’s Fitness recommends exercises you can do in your own home. (Submitted photo) YMCA was fitting us into their schedule. put everyday life on hold for many of us. Be- In the meantime, we could get Southport low are messages from our leadership about Key Club members together on Earth Day how this situation affects our club. Pictured or another time to clean up the “Y,” South- How seniors can stay active in is the club’s senior leadership team, from port and Perry Meridian high schools, or left: Co-President Dale Nordholt, Past Pres- mind and body while social distancing some other place, perhaps a park. Also, for ident Les Branham and Co-President Scott young people coming out of foster care, we Splichal. (Photo by Jeff Udrasols) Co-Pres- could collect suitcases, so they have some- RESTART AN OLD HOBBY. “Take up the old ident Dale Nordholt sends this message to FEATURE thing to put their items into instead of using members: “At this time, due to the corona- hobby in your closet,” Dial said. “Focusing bags or backpacks.” And past president Les virus and related government restrictions, it on a hobby promotes staying in the present.” Branham reminded us, “Please be as active By Angie Antonopoulos is impossible to reschedule events and fun- Woodworking, knitting, painting, or pho- as you can be under these circumstances and draisers. As things start to ease up, we will The outbreak of COVID-19 may have tography are activities that can keep you oc- be thinking about the various needs in our have to brainstorm about our future activi- added an extra layer of isolation and anxiety cupied for hours. community that we might help address.” ties. Hopefully, we will still be able to have for some seniors. However, these challenges CONNECT WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY AND PRO- can be overcome, according to some South- GRAMS ONLINE. side experts. Access information, includ- “We focus so much on the physical nature ing music, classes, worship services, clubs of any kind of virus and how it’s going to af- and even those closest to you through the in- fect us physically, but we forget that there’s ternet. Zoom and Skype can offer a way for a psychological component that is huge and you to see friends and family virtually. plays a large part into impairing our ability MEDITATE. Close your eyes, Dial suggested. Choose ComForCare Home Care to function on a day-to-day basis,” said Fran- “Think about a challenging situation you to live your best life possible. ciscan Health psychologist Dr. Deann Har- encountered in your life. Take a few deep vey in Franciscan Health’s blog. “What we breaths.” Then, think about a happy memo- strongly encourage is to stop, to take a step ry in your life. Breathe. “Trust that what is Medication Reminders back, to take a deep breath and to look at the happening is temporary,” she said. “Feel what statistics. ...We need to be patient, take deep you feel; it’s okay to feel. ... Move on to the Light Housekeeping breaths and get in control of our thoughts.” best feeling and the next.” Michelle Dial, a certified health coach for & Errands her business Michelle Dial Wellness in Perry EXERCISE. Walking, yoga and strengthen- Appointment Escorts Township offers several recommendations. ing muscles are great ways to stay fit. Carole ESTABLISH LIMITS ON WATCHING OR READING Pefley, owner, group instructor and personal Companionship NEWS. trainer of Carole’s Fitness near Edgewood, Control the amount of negative news recommends working on your core. “If you Meal Preparation you consume. “Stay informed,” Dial said. “If have exercised for any length of time at all, you feel it’s too much, find something else to and then even miss a couple of classes, you Personal Care & Hygiene distract you. ... Get outside. Open a window. realize how quickly your body forgets to re- Look at nature’s beauty.” spond.” She suggested tapping into what you’ve learned in class. (317) 664-5136 | www.comforcare.com CONNECT WITH NATURE. Take a walk, garden For chair exercise, she recommended find- or sit outside. Spending some time outside ing a sturdy chair. “Lean back to touch the Serving Greater Indy's South Side or looking at landscapes through a window back of the chair and relax your core. Hold or even a picture can help, she said. on to the back-chair legs, interlock your fin- ComForCare Home Care (South Indy, IN) gers behind chair,” Pefley said. “Then, begin KEEP A GRATITUDE JOURNAL. Write down @2018 ComForCare Health Care Holdings, LLC what you are grateful for every day. “Write lifting your legs and knees together. “Do as Each office is independently owned and operated. three to five things that you are grateful for,” many as possible without stopping or too ComForCare Home Care is an equal opportunity employer. Dial suggested. “It puts you in a place of be- fast, four to six for one minute.” ing thankful.” 10 Week of April 23-29, 2020 • ss-times.com UPLIFT THE DOWNTURN: Supporting Our Southside Businesses

THE SOUTHSIDE REACHES OUT

we’re open! ALL ONLINE ORDERS OF $20 OR MORE GET 25% OFF. Enter code: HOME25 Left top, Alena Van Arendonk is a competitive costumer. | Left bottom, the finished products. | Right, masks ready for donation Claim discount by entering the code to Eskenazi Hospital. (Submitted photos) at checkout at papamurphys.com.

Creative Franklin Township sisters produce and donate masks to local hospitals

FEATURE dent, said, "In normal years, I would be making homemade equipment for Visit our Southside be traveling to conventions around the frontline and support staff,” Van Aren- Locations Today! United States (and occasionally to oth- donk Baugh said. “On the other, I keep By Angie Norris er countries) to exhibit my costumes thinking this is what World War II must and teach costuming workshops. Be- have felt like, in the WVS (Women’s Beech Grove • 317-784-7272 Community members are coming to- cause of the pandemic, nearly all the Voluntary Service) or the American gether during the COVID-19 crisis to events I normally attend have been can- Red Cross." 5347 E. Thompson Rd. provide handmade masks for the public. Indianapolis, 46237 celed, so my costuming work has ground The sisters are both still in the pro- Some have been sewing a long time; oth- to a halt." As soon as Arendonk heard cess of making more masks. "You don't ers have just started to learn because they about the supply shortages at hospi- have to be experienced or really skilled Greenwood • 317-889-8888 want to help. They are using household 1011 North State Rd. 135 tals, she looked up mask guidelines, be- to be able to help with this,” Van Aren- materials such as T-shirts, bandanas gan to sort through fabric she had and donk Baugh said. “Or you can support Greenwood, 46142 and elastic out of pants. DIY face masks found enough cotton material to make a mask-making friend by cutting cotton help to protect the wearer while also at least 300 masks without ever leaving strips from old cotton T-shirts to make helping prevent them from unknowing- the house for supplies. mask ties, or from cotton bedsheets." papamurphys.com ly spreading the virus to others, useful Alena's sister, Laura Van Arendonk "While sitting at home sewing is not when some people who have COVID-19 Baugh is also a Franklin Township na- a frontline job like working in a hospi- may show no symptoms, according to tive and costume artist (cosplayer) and tal or delivering groceries, it's one of the the CDC. joined in to help. Their first batch of 62 few ways that I can help,” Van Arendonk We Make It. Alena Van Arendonk, a competitive masks went to Eskenazi Hospital. added. “I'll keep making masks until I You Bake It.TM costumer and Franklin Township resi- "On the one hand, it's surreal to run out of materials." ss-times.com • Week of April 23-29, 2020 11 UPLIFT THE DOWNTURN: Supporting Our Southside Businesses

Jack's Pizza Newk’s Eatery Southside restaurants serving carryout 2801 Fairview Place, Ste. G, Greenwood 1279 N. Emerson Ave., Greenwood (317) 885-1344 | jackspizzagreenwood.com (317) 882-2300 | Locations.newks.com and delivery meals Jack's Pizza The NY Slice 8069 S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis 1201 Greenwood Park E. Drive, Greenwood (317) 887-1344 | /JacksPizzaSouthIndy (317) 887-1009 | thenyslice.com Chick-A-Boom FEATURE 8028 S. Emerson Ave. R, Indianapolis Jack's Pizza Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza (317) 851-9191 | Chick-a-boom.com 707 S. Madison Ave., Ste. D, Greenwood 5347 Thompson Road, Indianapolis (317) 882-4600 | jackspizzagreenwood.com (317) 784-7272 | order.papamurphys.com Compiled by Brian Ruckle and Nancy Price Christina’s Pancake House 215 Terrace Ave. #2513, Indianapolis | (317) 631-0441 Jaggers Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza The following Southside restaurants are christinas-pancake-house.business.site 7833 U.S. Hwy 31 S., Indianapolis 1011 N. State Road 135 F3, Greenwood (317) 781-0855 | eatjaggers.com open for carryout and/or delivery. Please Coffeehouse Five (317) 889-8888 | order.papamurphys.com contact the restaurant with any questions. If 325 Market Plaza, Greenwood Jashan Indian cuisine Shallo's Antique Restaurant & Brewhaus (317) 300-4330 | coffeehousefive.com 210 S. Emerson Ave., Greenwood there is a restaurant to add to this list, please 8811 Hardegan St., Indianapolis Corner Bar (650) 714-1482 | jashancuisine.com (317) 882-7997 | shallos.com email at . Nancy [email protected] 5506 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis Jersey Mike's Subs Shakers Good Eats & Ale (317) 941-7098 | /cornerbar5066 6815 S. Emerson Ave., Ste. F, Indianapolis 142 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis Dale's Family Restaurant (317) 399-1600 | jerseymikes.com (317) 527-7184 | Shakersgoodeats.com 1949 Tavern 5209 E. Thompson Road, Indianapolis Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza Smokehouse Catering Company 614 Main St., Beech Grove (317) 757-8626 | dalesfamilyrestaurant.com (317) 591-9026 | /1949tavern 401 Market Plaza, Greenwood | (317) 883-8993 1275 W. Main St., Greenwood /dalesfamilyrestaurnatindy jockamopizza.com (317) 851-8995 | Smokehousecateringco.com Ale Emporium Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - Thompson Road 997 E. County Line Road, Greenwood 5231 E. Thompson Road, Indianapolis Kim's Kakery, Bakery & Café South of Chicago Pizza and Italian Beef (317) 300-1560 | ale-emporium.com (317) 782-9887 | dairyqueen.com | /DQ11529 5452 Madison Ave., Indianapolis 2550 S. State Road 135, Greenwood (317) 784-5253 | kimskbc.com | /kimskbc (317) 534-0424 | southofchicagopizzatogo.com Arni’s Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 1691 W. Curry Road, Greenwood 1930 E. Southport Road, Southport La Trattoria Italian Restaurant Stone Creek Dining Company (317) 881-0500 | Meetyouatarnis.com (317) 783-1309 | dairyqueen.com 201 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood 911 N. State Road 135, Greenwood (317) 889-1200 | Stonecreekdining.com/greenwood Barringer’s Tavern El Meson (317) 859-0487 | Tuesday - Saturday 2535 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis 8810 S. Emerson Ave. #280, Indianapolis Lincoln Square Pancake House Strange Brew (317) 384-1027 | barringerstavern.com (317) 889-3711 8041 Madison Ave., Indianapolis 4800 Smith Valley Road, Greenwood Baskin-Robbins 2522 E. County Line Road, Indianapolis | (317) 851-8113 (317) 534-0001 | eatatlincolnsquare.com (317) 881-5282 | strangebrewcoffee.com 1280 U.S. 31 N., Greenwood 5205 Thompson Road, Indianapolis | (317) 757-3628 Luca Pizza Di Roma Sunny’s Chicken (317) 881-0401 | baskinrobbins.com elmesonmexicanrestaurant.com 250 S. State Road 135, Greenwood 1030 U.S. 31 S., Greenwood Beech Grove Bowl Flashbacks Family Bar & Grille (317) 888-5822 | lucapizzadiromamenu.com (317) 882-2442 | sunnys-chicken.com 95 N. 2nd Ave., Beech Grove | (317) 784-3743 6835 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis Main Street Grille The Tailgate (317) 215-4109 | flashbacksbarandgrille.com bgbowl.com | /Beech.Grove.Bowl 200 S. Emerson Ave., Ste. F, Greenwood 8028 S. Emerson Ave., Ste. V, Indianapolis Bert & Den's Grille Four Seasons Family Restaurant (317) 215-4326 | mainstgrillegreenwood.com (317) 851-9983 | thetailgatebar.com 1140 State Road 135 N, Greenwood 4200 S. East St. #6, Indianapolis | (317) 780-7001 /TheIndyTailgate (317) 859-1985 | /fourseasonssouth McDonald’s - All area locations In Southern Plaza shopping center Tried & True Alehouse General American Donut Company The Mocha Nut Coffee Shop 2800 S. State Road 135, Greenwood | (317) 530-2706 Big Daddy’s Bar & Grill 827 S. East St., Indianapolis | (317) 964-0744 1625 E. Southport Road, Indianapolis | (317) 319-9021 2536 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis | (317) 784-0784 triedandtruealehouse.com/greenwood-online-order generalamericandonutco.com mochanutcoffee.com | themochanutcoffeeshop bigdaddysindy.com Vino Villa Greek's Pizzeria Bob's Tu Your Door Pizza Monkey Business 200 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood | (317) 882-9463 1345 W. Southport Road, Indianapolis 5055 S. Dearborn St., Indianapolis vinovilla.com; /VinoVillaofIndiana 3653 Carson Ave., Indianapolis (317) 534-6077 | greekspizzeria.com/GP1018Menu.pdf (317) 787-0312 | bobstuyourdoorpizzaindy.com (317) 787-3787 | monkeybusinessindy.wixsite.com Vito Provolone's Italian Restaurant Greiner’s SubShop Mrs. Curl Ice Cream Shop & Outdoor Cafe 8031 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis | (317) 88-VITOS Bob's Tu Your Door Pizza 2126 Shelby St., Indianapolis 259 S. Meridian St., Greenwood vitoprovolone.com; /vitoprovolones 510 N. Meridian St., Greenwood | (317) 881-8484 (317) 783-4136 | greiners1969.com bobstuyourdoorpizzagreenwood.com (317) 882-1031 | mrscurl.com The Healthy Food Cafe Wheatley's Bubba’s 33 8028 Emerson Ave. F, Indianapolis Mumbai Grill 8902 Southeastern Ave., Wanamaker 7799 S. U.S. Hwy 31, Indianapolis | (317) 883-4833 (317) 476-2361 | thehealthyfoodcafe.com 916 E. Main St. #283, Greenwood (317) 862-6622 | wheatleysfishfry.com Bubbas33.com/locations/Indiana/greenwood Also BeetBox open 24/7 (317) 882-3333 | mumbaigrillus.com /wheatleysrestaurant Bynum’s Steakhouse House of Thai Napoli Villa Italian Restaurant Yiayia's House of Pancakes 3850 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis 275 S. State Road 135, Greenwood 758 Main St., Beech Grove 1694 W. 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IN OUR SCHOOLS

Center Grove High School varsity choirs placed at Hearts of America Show Choir and Concert Choir in Nashville last month. (Submitted photo)

Center Grove High School choirs awarded First Runner-up in the Concert The project will start later this spring and continue through the end of the year. (Submitted image) place in Nashville competition Choir Division. Center Grove choirs are directed by Jennifer Dice, Jared Norman, Music performance – Center Grove High Greg Sanders and Wendy Webb and cho- Beech Grove’s new ‘prairie of poetry’ School varsity choirs Sound System, The reographed by Andy Haines, Aurelia Mi- Debtones and CG Singers competed at chael, Anne Beck, Romero Gee and Victor to honor Sarah T. Bolton HOA Nashville 2020 in Nashville on March Gichina. For additional information, con- 7. Sound System was awarded First Runner- tact Jennifer Dice, director at dicej@cen- FEATURE throughout the garden. up in the Championship Division, with cap- tergrove.k12.in.us, Jared Norman, director The Beech Grove Greenscape Com- tion award for Best Costumes. The Debt- at [email protected], Greg mission was awarded the 2020 IPL Project ones were awarded Third Runner-up in Sanders, director at [email protected] By Angie Norris GreenSpace grant through Keep Indianapo- the Unisex/Open Division. CG Singers was or Renee Skipper, CGHS Music Depart- lis Beautiful, Inc., to be used for project in- ment secretary, at (317) 881-0581 ext. 4183. Sarah T. Bolton Park in Beech Grove will stallation and program implementation. soon welcome a new “prairie of poetry” The project is created in collaboration just inside the park entrance. The new park Darnell Hillman reads to Jeremiah with the city of Beech Grove, the Beech Gray Elementary students project will showcase native Indiana prairie Grove Greenscape Commission, Mader grasses and wildflowers that support native Design, Beech Grove Artist Collective, KIB, Read Aloud Day – World Read Aloud Day pollinator life and give Beech Grove resi- the Indiana Historical Society, Samuel Bry- celebrated its 10th anniversary in Febru- dents a new opportunity to connect with the an Chapter of the National Society Daugh- ary. Jeremiah Gray Elementary School cel- natural world while celebrating the legacy ters of the American Revolution and several ebrated the day by inviting several guests of Sarah T. Bolton, Indiana’s unofficial poet local residents. throughout the day to read in every class- laureate and a women’s rights activist who The Indiana Historical Society will gener- room, including Darnell “Dr. Dunk” Hill- resided in Indianapolis most of her life. ate content and designs for the exhibits show- man, who played for the Indiana Pacers. Coinciding with the 100th anniversary of casing Sarah T. Bolton’s life and poetry, and Reading is a critical skill for all other learn- women’s suffrage, the new Sarah T. Bolton will work with the Beech Grove Greenscape ing. Literacy competencies impact success Pollinator Prairie will create a space where Commission, the Samuel Bryan Chapter of in reading, writing, speaking and listening Darnell "Dr. Dunk" Hillman is a former Indiana visitors can enjoy the heritage poetry, na- the National Society Daughters of the Ameri- – skills that extend to all academic content Pacer. (Submitted photo) ture and activism of Indiana. This prairie can Revolution and local residents to gather areas. Hillman spent 45 minutes reading will reside on land formerly owned by Sar- additional stories and information that re- ah T. Bolton and will be an enhanced natural several books to Shaun Sheppard’s third- flect the values of the community. The Beech ing questions about his book selections. space to honor her life and talents through grade class. He talked to students about Grove Artist Collective will coordinate com- The children were excited to enjoy the her poetry and stories of her background. his love of reading and asked them engag- munity volunteer collaborations to create col- company of a real basketball legend. "I hope that people will walk the garden orful, sculptural pieces that will accent the and enjoy its beauty,” said Angel Calvert path. These sculptural elements will also hold McKenna, facility manager for Hornet Park bird and bat houses provided by KIB. Community Center. “It's a culmination of This community-based project will use ideas and desire to honor Ms. Bolton through many volunteers, both from the communi- her poetry and to provide a native habitat for ty and from local corporate groups wishing our pollinators. It will give our community a to give back to the people that they serve. peaceful place to enjoy natural beauty native Tree, prairie and ornamental plantings will SCOTT to this area, learn about local history, and ex- all be completed with volunteers, as will the perience art created now and long ago." removal of any invasive plants. The park VERBARG The garden will include a walking path project will start in late spring and contin- 317-865-3000 with Indiana native plantings attractive to ue through the end of the year. Volunteer 2222 W. Thompson Rd., Ste. J bees, butterflies and birds. An educational workdays will be planned soon. Check out INDIANAPOLIS signage honoring Bolton and the history of beechgrove.com for additional information [email protected] the park will be added along with gathering on how to participate. nodes with seating and small exhibits and a To learn more, visit kibi.org or follow us on @2020 Allstate Insurance Co. 12180693 council ring for larger gatherings. Visitors Twitter, Instagram and Facebook at @kibiorg. will see artistic pieces and habitats placed 14 Week of April 23-29, 2020 • ss-times.com NIGHT & DAY The Southside Times

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Bob’s Tu Your Door Pizza

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COFFEE BREAK WHERE I TAKE OUT Molly and Lea Norris painted each other’s nails for fun. (Photo by Angie Norris) Dan Skaggs, Creativity during isolation can help your Beech Grove Where do you like to dine? family stay healthy and happy Outback Steakhouse

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MOVIE REVIEW plate for what modern comedy gets wrong. this movie works by itself but is an unoffi- It uses every aspect of filmmaking to deliv- cial sequel to the 1973 film,The Last Detail. er its jokes, and never shies away from se- (Available on Amazon Prime) By Bradley Lane rious emotions either. (Available on Ama- • The Lighthouse (2019): • The Art of Self Defense (2019): zon Prime) Shot in stark Fight Club black-and-white photography, two light- Southside New Quiz meets Wes Anderson in this karate, crime • The Irishman (2019): The culmination of house keepers fight to maintain their sani- SEE PAGE 2 comedy. Witty and full of smart writing, this a life’s work, Martin Scorsese has spent his ty as the extended time they spend secluded 1. D, 2. B, 3. C, 4. C, 5. A movie was my favorite independent produc- entire life enamored by and contributing to from the outside world begins to take a toll tion of last year. (Available on Hulu) cinema. The Irishman is not a high intensity on them. This film features dialogue writ- • Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Or- gangster flick likeGoodfellas or Casino, it is ten and performed in the style of late 19th Puzzle Time Answers a meditative and thoughtful film. The kind century seamen so I would recommend cap- SEE PAGE 12 leans (2009): Nic Cage, while holding seri- of thoughtfulness that only reveals itself af- tions for this one, to make it easier to under- ous dramatic chops, has become known for Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: ter an entire life has been lived. I, for one, stand. (Available on Amazon Prime) over-the-top performances. It is film-length Picks: FREENEY, HARRISON, JAMES, am thankful that that thoughtfulness can be satirization of the crime genre, it is over the LUCK, MANNING, WAYNE; shared through film so eloquently. (Avail- • The Princess and The Frog (2009): A re- top and weird, but that’s what makes it fun. Gifts: BOOK, CANDLE, FLOWERS, able on Netflix) telling of the classic fairytale, this Disney NECKLACE, PERFUME; (Available for free on Tubi) adaptation shines most through its excel- Cheeses: BRIE, CHEDDAR, GOUDA, • The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017): A psy- lent music. It is also the last hand-drawn • Blazing Saddles (1974): One of the all- SWISS; chological horror spoken in a quick, almost animated film Disney has released. (Avail- time greats of comedy, Blazing Saddles pulls Towns: COLFAX, FRANKFORT, comical prose that has become idiosyncratic able on Netflix) ROSSVILLE; no punches. It was so effective in its satire it with its director, Yorgos Lanthimos. The sto- basically ended a genre. Its impact is still felt Terms: BIRDIE, FORE; ry concerns a mysterious young man luring a in the way the western genre is presented to- Fictional: PAWNEE family into unimaginable horror. (Available Bradley is a Beech Grove High School day. (Available on Hulu) alumnus and has been enamored by on Netflix) film for as long as he can remember. • The Graduate (1967): After graduating He is currently in his third year studying • Last Flag Flying (2017): A touching tale at IUPUI, majoring in Media and Public college, Ben Braddock is avoiding the only about patriotism, the truth, aging, and loss. Affairs with a minor in Film. Bradley can question anyone can ask him, “so what are be contacted at [email protected]. Directed with a tender touch by (my fa- you going to do now?” This film is a tem- vorite working director) Richard Linklater,

Roasting marshmallows brings a smile to kids of all ages. (Photo by Angie Norris) Creativity continued from page 14. Use your imagination Get the kids’ creative side to come out by using your imagination. Create your own cookies. Dress the part by wearing robes and family game. It could be making your own slippers, or just your pajamas will do. Have board or card game, or a sport of some type. fun by making homemade all-natural bath You could create a new meal. Everyone can bombs or face masks. You can get recipes for come up with ideas to create a dish designed these online. Cut some cucumber slices for just for your family. Get the ideas flowing and your eyes, fill up some small tubs or buck- come up with a family song, poem, or logo. ets with warm water and bubble bath or bath Getting outside, relaxing and keeping salts for a foot bath, and relax on the couch your imagination flowing are just a few ways with some soothing music. Another fun idea to keep your mental and physical health off is to set up a hair or nail salon. Take turns of your worry list. Make this time be the doing each other's hair in different styles, do time you worry less about the outside world, each other's makeup, or paint each other's and more about what's right around you. nails in fun spring colors. Having a relaxing Charles and Nathan Norris take a bite out of their day is good for us all, even the kids. roasted marshmallows. (Photo by Angie Norris) 16 Week of April 23-29, 2020 • ss-times.com FOR THE RECORD Obituaries The Southside Times

son, Michael Roy Horsley( Melissa) and her daughter, Benjamin J. Dougherty Betty J. Hedrick OBITUARIES Emily Marie; four grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Benjamin J. Dougherty, 30, of Betty J. Hedrick, 91, of Indianapolis, died April 7, 2020. Edward Ryan and Daniel Lee Ryan (Terri); two sisters, Indianapolis, died April 14, 2020. Ben All services will be private. Funeral arrangements Phyllis Ann Loman And Rebecca Sue (Carl) Lodder; and was born in Indianapolis on April 15, have been entrusted to Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Albert Anderson many nieces and nephews. Due to the unprecedented 1989. Ben was a Navy vet and a Service and Crematory, Franklin Township chapel, Albert “Bud” Anderson, 81, of Indianapolis, died April guidelines limiting public gatherings, the family member of the UAW. He loved to 5950 E. Thompson Road. Indianapolis, IN 46237. 10, 2020. Bud was born to the late Abner and Alberta will have a celebration of life service at a later date. work out, sing and dance and Anderson on May 11, 1938. Bud loved antiques, was Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann enjoyed computer gaming. Most of Charles Henderson a storyteller and loved to tell jokes! Bud lived most Madison Avenue Funeral Home. all Ben loved spending time with Ana, Charles “Charlie” Henderson, 64, of of his life in California and returned to Indianapolis a his children and other family and friends. Ben is Indianapolis, died April 10, 2020. He few years ago to be near his family. He was preceded Beth E. Buscemi preceded in death by his son, Michael Dougherty; was born Jan. 8, 1956 in Indianapolis in death by several brothers and sisters. Bud is Beth E. Buscemi, 66, of Greenwood, died April 11, and his grandparents. Ben is survived by his wife; to the late Samuel and Annie Laura survived by his daughter, Irene "Shelly" Michelle 2020. She was born Sept. 21, 1953 in Muncie, Ind. to Anastasia Dougherty; his children, Nathan and Elise; (Hawkins) Henderson, Jr. He loved Johnson; brother, James Anderson; nieces, "Red" the late Hilary and Marcelle Davidson. Beth worked parents, Doug and Betsy Dougherty; siblings, Dan to go camping, fishing and race go- (Joe Gilliland) Anderson, Tamara (Frank) Chaney for the Hylant Group in Bloomington, Ind. for 18 (Dena) Dougherty, Sam (Caitlin) Dougherty, Theresa carts. His passion was watching his and Kelly Anderson; and a nephew; Bobby (Corina) years. Her hobbies included attending craft fairs with (Andrew) Walker and Rachel (Nathan) Lashbrook; children and grandchildren playing Anderson; along with many other extended family family and friends and taking care of her two Golden nephews, Lincoln, Philip and Luke; and a niece, sports. He loved volunteering at the Concord members. A celebration of life will be scheduled at Retriever “grand puppies”. She enjoyed watching Aubrey. A celebration of Ben's life will be scheduled Neighborhood Center where his wife, Vicki of a later date. Services have been entrusted to Little & IndyCar racing, the New York Yankees and college for a later date. Services entrusted to Little & Sons almost 46 years works as a lead preschool teacher; Sons Stop Eleven Road Chapel. basketball. She was preceded in death by her infant Stop Eleven Road Chapel. she survives. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Marco Buscemi. Survivors include her son, siblings, John Henderson and Alma Lawrine Janet Marie Bless Mario Buscemi; sister, Margaret Booher; and brother, Lavell Ray Finley Worden; and mother-in-law, Geraldine Tabor. Other Janet Marie Bless, of Indianapolis, died April 4, 2020. Michael Davidson. Due to the current unprecedented Lavell Ray Finley, 91, died April 12, survivors include his daughters, Amy Sloan She was 77. Janet was born May 21, 1942 in Beech guidelines limiting public gatherings, there will be 2020. She was born Sept. 4, 1928 in (Joseph) and Pamela Henderson; siblings, Sam Grove, the oldest of 11 children born to the late John no services at this time. Arrangements have been Scottsville Ky., to Mortie and Alice Henderson (Ruth), Bud Henderson (Carol), Linda E. and Juanita E. (Gibbs) Cobb. Janet was a member entrusted to G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home, 1605 S. Gregory. Lavelle married Elzory King Dinkins and Pansy Marchbanks (Chuck); his of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and State Road 135, Greenwood. Mayes in January of 1949; he preceded grandchildren, Elijah Henderson and Liam Sloan; was a stake genealogist, a missionary, nursery leader her in death in 1971. She then married and a father-in-law, Stanley Tabor. Services will be and a frequent chaperone of youth conferences. Harriet Jean Campbell James (Jack) H. Finley in 1973. Jack private due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Burial will Janet fostered two children. She worked at a daycare Harriett Jean Campbell, 73, of Indianapolis, died April proceeded her in death in 2017. She be held in Concordia Cemetery. Arrangements and and held various other jobs. Janet was a graduate of 9, 2020. She was born Aug. 16, 1946 in Indianapolis enjoyed spending time in the kitchen and in the care were provided by Lauck & Veldhof Funeral & Emmerich Manual High School. She was preceded to the late Charles Neal and Harriett Maxine Neal. garden. She and Jack enjoyed traveling together, Cremation Services. in death by her parents and her first husband, Survivors include her daughter, Margaret Neal; camping and spending time in their winter home in Robert Lee Moore. Janet is survived by her husband, and other family members. Due to the current Florida. Lavell worked at RCA in Indianapolis and Ova E. Hix Orville F. Bless; her children, Christopher M. (Brenda) unprecedented guidelines limiting public gatherings, retired in 1987. She volunteered at Southeastern Ova E. Hix, 87, died April 6, 2020. A resident of Moore, Teresa L. (Jim) Rigsbee and Laura L. (Redd) Harriett’s visitation will be private. Arrangements Church of Christ. Lavell was active in Senior Servants, Whiteland, she was born Dec. 29,1932 in Red Boiling Angeles; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; are entrusted to G. H. Herrmann East Street Funeral small group Bible studies and organizing social Springs, Tenn. to the late William Harvey and Rose her siblings, Sharon Smith, Wanda (James) Eggertt, Home, 1505 S. East St., Indianapolis. Harriett will be gatherings everywhere she went. Lavell is survived by Anna (McCormick) Trobaugh. She attended the Roxanne Gaynor, John (Linda) Cobb II, Robert buried in Washington Park East Cemetery. her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and John Shepherd; Southport Church of the Nazarene and was once a (Teresa) Cobb, Grant (Angela) Cobb, David (Kathy) Sunday school teacher. She, along with her husband Harold N. Clark son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Kerry Mayes, six Cobb, Tina Dinn, Juanita (Rodney) Johnson and James “Jim,” owned and operated, Hix Wrecker Service, Harold N. Clark, 93, died April 12, 2020. He was born grandchildren: Rodney Shepherd, Ryan Shepherd, Frances (Dewey) Collins. A private gathering will be Hix Auto Parts, Greenwood Wrecker Service, Franklin May 21, 1926 to the late Clarice Bunker. He worked Amanda Lumpkin, Rachel Weidner, Andy Tucker and held with interment following at Washington Park Wrecker Service and Recovery 1 Wrecker Service. for many years at Indianapolis Machinery and then Stephen Tucker, seven great-grandchildren, Keirsten, East Cemetery. A celebration of life service will be She was preceded in death by nine siblings, Essie moved to Dubuque, Iowa to work at John Deere. He Makena, Brody, Brinley, Lilly, Werner and Alec; and two conducted at a later date. Singleton Community (Mansfield) Jones, Vastie (Etheridge) Cross, Myrtle spent his last five years in Mesa, Ariz. Harold served great-great-grandchildren, Parker and Micah. A private Mortuary and Memorial Center is entrusted with (Henry) Leonard, Esther (Isaac) Smith, Attrice (Guy) in the United States Army during World War II. He family memorial was held April 21. There will be a the arrangements. Crawford, Pauline (Ernest) Jenkins, Moline (Wooten) was a life member of the Moose Lodge #17. He was larger celebration of life service in July. Services are entrusted to Little & Sons Stop Eleven Road Chapel. Johnson, Clay (Irene) Trobaugh and Dillard (Annadell) Jack Keith Brozzo a member of the Midwest Motorcycle Club. His wife, Trobaugh. Survivors include her husband of 71 years, Jack Keith Brozzo died April 7, 2020. Bertha M. Clark, of 64 years, preceded him in death Thomas A. Guerrieri James “Jim” D. Hix; her shih tzu puppy, Precious; her Jack spent 27 years helping build Sept. 2, 2010; others preceding him in death include Thomas “Tom” A. Guerrieri, 54, of Indianapolis, died daughter, Patricia Gail (Tom) Neal; grandson, James Professional Data Management his brothers, Kenneth (Alverda) Bunker, Lowell Bunker April 6, 2020. He was born Aug. 3, 1965 in Beech Grove (Jennifer) Neal; three great-grandchildren, Cory Neal, (now ExlService Technology and Marvin Bunker (Joanna); brothers-in-law, Vernon to the late Angelo Guerrieri Sr. and Mary (Ammerman) Joshua Neal and Jessica Neal; a great-great-grandson, Solutions) and loved working with Rhea and Ward Carter; and a sister, Cleo Kitch. Survivors Guerrieri. Tom received his LPN from Ivy Tech, his RN in Lincoln; numerous nieces, nephews and extended his clients at their sites. Customers include his children and their spouses, Daniel Clark 1989 from Marian College and his BSGS in 2014 from family. A graveside service with viewing was regularly requested Jack by name in Sr., Diana Lynn Welson (Michael), Nancy Ann Day Indiana Wesleyan. He was a certified RNC/SMSRN for conducted April 10 at The Gardens at Olive Branch their contracts. Jack and his husband (Douglas), Mary Ellen Clark and Steven W. Clark (Kim); 20+ yrs. He was employed at St. Francis Hospital from Cemetery, 1605 S. State Road 135, Greenwood. A loved antiquing and decorating for the holidays. seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and his 1987 through 2011. Recently he worked for Dr. Hurley’s special thanks to Jewell Hatton for the love and care Their house was filled with Huskies and clocks. Jack brothers, Nolen Bunker (Helena), Keith Bunker (La office as a weekend on call triage nurse via phone. given to Ova over the last couple months. was predeceased by his husband, Paul Boughner, his Verne); sisters, Mildred Carter Day (Jim), Shirley Rhea, He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. ex-wife, Susan Brozzo; and multiple Huskies Gladys Montgomery (Larry) and sister-in-Law, Maxine He enjoyed spending time with his friends, watching Robert Lewis Kerr (Sapphire and Dakota to name a few). He is survived Bunker. Services were held April 18 at G.H. Herrmann movies and listening to music. He was preceded in death Robert Lewis Kerr, 62, died March 30, by his daughter, Jennifer (Charles) Eastus; partner, Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave. by his parents; sister, Mary Elizabeth; brother, Salvatore 2020. He was born in Medford, Oreg. Robert Nelson; and parents, Jim and Sally Brozzo; He was buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Guerrieri; sister, Sadie Guerrieri; and brother, Howard in 1958, graduated from Sunnyvale siblings, Judy (James) Witer, Ray (Linda) Brozzo and High School in Sunnyvale, Calif. in Paul Allan Coy Guerrieri. Survivors include his siblings, Angelo (Renee) Ralph (Kristina) Brozzo; mother-in-law, Beverly 1976 and enlisted in the Army that Paul Allan Coy, of Indianapolis, died April 12, 2020. He Guerrieri, Joseph (Laura) Guerrieri and Esther (Dave) Boughner-Buetler; father-in-law, Art Buetler; and same year. He was married to his first was 59. He was born March 15, 1961 in Beech Grove, Turner; 10 nieces and nephews and a host of extended Paul’s siblings, Bruce (Barb) Boughner, Lynn wife, Julie (Hoover) Smithwick for two a son of the late Charlie George and Katrina Jeanette family members. Due to the current unprecedented Boughner (Mike) Bontrager and Jay Boughner; and years. He lived in California, Oregon, (Kauffman) Coy. Paul was a graduate of Perry Meridian guidelines limiting public gatherings, Tom’s funeral will special friends, Theresa, Art and Scott, to name just a Washington and Texas before marrying his wife, High School and had been employed as a truck driver be private. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a few. Jack and Paul received grace from the Broadway Juanita “JJ” Kerr in Indiana. He retired from his job at for Indiana Mulch. He had previously worked as a later date. He will be buried at Calvary Cemetery. United Methodist Church’s staff and members. Easterseals Crossroads in 2018 after receiving his cook for Hardee’s and Ponderosa restaurants. Paul Arrangements and care are provided by Lauck & Lavona D. Hayden terminal cancer diagnosis. He talked fondly of his loved riding his motorcycle and taking care of his cats. Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services. Lavona D. Hayden, 85, of Indianapolis, died April 12, work there and missed the daily interactions with the He was a member of Southport Lodge No. 270, F&AM 2020. She was born March 5, 1935 in Indianapolis, to clients and staff. He was preceded in death by his Beverly Marie Bryant and the Order of the Eastern Star. He is preceded in the late William and Catherine (Striger) Rountree. She brother, Michael Kerr; and parents, Robert Ansom Beverly Marie Bryant, 74, of Indianapolis, died April death by his siblings, James Coy, Walter Coy, Wendell was a member of Faith Community Church. She was Kerr and Frances (Hodgin) Kerr. He is survived by his 15,2020. She was born June 16, 1945 in Indianapolis Coy, David Coy, Evelyn Chaffin and Myrtle Rippy. Paul a sales representative for Hokey Enterprises and Avon wife, Juanita “JJ” (Rogers) Kerr; his son, Kyle Kerr to the late Charles Edward and Emma Maxine Ryan. is survived by his brothers, George (Judy) Coy, John Cosmetics for many years, and along with her husband, (Sarah); two grandchildren, Seth and Brooke Kerr; his She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene. (Christina) Coy and Jene (Jean) Coy; his sisters, Nellie owned and operated L n K Used Furniture Sales. brother, Mark Kerr (Jani) and his dogs, Friday and Beverly graduated from Union Bible Seminary School Shumaker, Jane Meyer and Mary (Alex) Birdwell; as Lavona enjoyed bowling, cooking, hula hooping and Pepper. A celebration of life is to be held at a later in Westfield. She enjoyed reading her Bible and singing well as several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husband, date. Arrangements and care were provided by Lauck to her husband and many others. She enjoyed telling great-nephews. A celebration of life will be held at a Keith D. Hayden; and her brother, Billy Rountree. Due to & Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services. others about the plan of salvation. She also wrote later date. A private burial will take place at Round the current unprecedented guidelines limiting public poems and enjoyed giving advice. She is proceeded in Hill Cemetery. Singleton Community Mortuary and gatherings, Lavona’s funeral will be private. She will be death by several family members. Survivors include, her Memorial Center is entrusted with the arrangements. buried at Washington Park East Cemetery. Obituaries continued on page 17. ss-times.com • Week of April 23-29, 2020 17 The Southside Times FOR THE RECORD Obituaries

Obituaries continued from page 16. Elwyn L. Pedigo Roberto Armando Soto Montes business of R & B Garage for a number of years and was Elwyn L. Pedigo, 87, longtime resident of Greenwood, Roberto Amando Soto Montes, 74, of also an ordained minister. He did contract work after died April 6, 2020. Elwyn was born Dec. 2, 1932 Indianapolis, died April 11, 2020. He partially retiring. His passions included being with Pastor Parker Alan Knoll in Westmoreland, Tenn. to the late Finis and Nina was born January 23, 1946 in family and friends, playing cards, fireworks and going Pastor Parker Alan Knoll, 68, of Indianapolis, died April Pedigo. He enjoyed woodworking, country music, Queretaro, Mexico to the late Ismael to the casinos. He loved to travel and visit his scattered 10, 2020. He was born Dec. 1, 1951 in Peoria, Ill. Parker collecting coins and his Case knife collection. He loved Soto Rodriguez and Carmen Montes relatives across the country. He was preceded in death was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Joyce having a funny story or joke to share with others. He Lozada. He was a chef at Jet by wife of 42 years, Martha; sons, Terry and Robert Jr.; Knoll. Parker is survived by his wife of 44 years, Linda S. is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Ed Eads; Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, and daughters-in-law, Cathy and Dené. He is survived Knoll; son, Jonathan (Gretchen) Knoll; granddaughter, sister-in-law, Brenda Eads; and sister-in-law, Loretta Calif. until he moved to Indianapolis by his son, James Thornburgh; daughter, Charlene Charlotte Knoll; sister, Donna (Wally) Palm; and Pedigo (Trout). Elwyn is survived by his wife of 58 and worked at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse until he Thornburgh; daughter-in-law, Rose Thornburgh; mother-in-law, Esther Lottmann. Parker served as a years, Shirley (nee Jent); two children, Bryan (Brenda) retired. He was preceded in death by his brothers brother, Larry Thornburgh; and seven grandchildren, pastor of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. He Pedigo and Karen Creech; three grandchildren, Emily Francisco Ismael Soto Montes and Vicente Higinio Terry Jr., Joshua, Elizabeth, Erin, Stacie, Robert (Kile) served as a full-time pastor at four congregations: St. Pedigo, Robert and Adam Creech; step-grandson, Soto Montes. Survivors include his wife of 49 years and James (Devin); and four great-grandchildren, John Lutheran in Indianapolis, Concordia Lutheran in Patrick Murphy; two brothers, Melvin (Christine) Shelby Soto; daughter, Tonya (Darren) Coffey; Terry lll, Jaxon, Madelyn and John. Due to the current Louisville, Ky., Trinity Lutheran in Cedar Rapids, Iowa Pedigo and Carl Ray Pedigo; sister, Diane (Dennis) granddaughters, Haley and Mariah Napier, his unprecedented guidelines limiting public gatherings, and St. Paul Lutheran in Dubuque, Iowa. He enjoyed Luebke; eight nephews and three nieces. A memorial brothers and sisters, Delia Soto Montes, Guillermo Robert’s funeral will be private. He will be buried at serving the Lord and being a pastor, husband, with family members will be conducted near his Soto Montes, Sara Soto Montes, Gabriel Soto Montes, Washington Park East Cemetery. father, grandpa, son and brother. Due to the current birthplace at a future date. Funeral arrangements Ma. Carmen Soto Montes, Nora Virginia Baeza Montes unprecedented guidelines limiting public gatherings, have been entrusted to Singleton & Herr Mortuary, and Jose Antonio Baeza Montes; as well as several Jozef Willem Maria Tummers Pastor Knoll’s burial will be private with a memorial 7602 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. nieces, nephews & cousins. Our family wants to Józef Willem Maria Tummers died April 17, 2020. service to follow at a later date. Arrangements have express our appreciation and gratefulness to all the He was born April 13, 1926 in Heerlen, Netherlands been entrusted to G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home. He Steven L. Rapp nurses, doctors and staff working on the frontlines at to Hendrik and Christine (Smits) Tummers. Shortly will be buried at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery. Steven L. Rapp, 70, of Greenwood, died April 9, 2020. Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital for their kindness and after his 19th birthday he enlisted in the Dutch Army He was born Nov. 18, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio to the compassion with Roberto. When the current health to fight with the Allies in World War II. He fought in Belma Jean Matthews late William and Marian Rapp. Steven was a Christian emergency is lifted, a memorial and celebration of the Battle of the Bulge and was a translator to an Belma Jean Matthews, 97, of Beech songwriter and drummer. He is survived by his wife Roberto’s life will take place at a later date. American general during the war. Soon after the war Grove, died April 15, 2020. She was of 50 years, Kathleen Rapp; children, Eric Steven Arrangements and care were provided by Lauck & ended, he was offered a sponsorship to move and born to the late John and Zona Hynes Rapp and Johnathan Micah Rapp; and brother, Mike Veldhof Funeral & Cremation Services. work in the United States. He worked at Combustion on April 8, 1923. Jean is preceded in (Mary Ann) Rapp. Due to the current unprecedented Engineering (Alstom) where he spent the next 30-plus death by her husband; Richard B. guidelines limiting public gatherings, Steven’s burial Steven Alan Stephens years supervising installation of coal-fired electrical Matthews; sons, Joseph M. Matthews will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted Steven Alan “Stevie” Stephens was born Feb. 20, 1955. generation units. He met his wife, Catherine Grawey and Daniel J. Matthews; to G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home. He will be buried at He died April 7, 2020. Survivors includer his mother, in Chicago and they married Sept. 5, 1959 in Peoria, Ill. grandchildren, Ryan J. Matthews and The Gardens at Olive Branch. Maryann Bechtel; father, Marvin C. “Toot” Stephens; a They moved to Indianapolis and became members of Carisa M. Stout Johnson; and brothers, John F., Paul V. brother, Michael D. “Mikey” Stephens; stepbrothers, Kevin St. Roch Catholic Church. Catherine proceeded Józef and Ronald T. Hynes. Jean is survived by her children, Ada C. Robbins D. (Kimberly) Goeden and Michael E. (Kasey) Goeden; in death in 2003. Survivors include one sister, Laura Rick Matthews, Joyce (Billie) Griffith, Karen (Terry) Ada C. Robbins, 77, of Indianapolis, three grandchildren, Gabe, Jax and Fyn; eight nieces Tummers; two brothers, Huub and Nic Tummers; Feltner, Sandy Stout, Lori Aldred and Mike (Pam) died April 8, 2020. Ada was born in and nephews; many cousins and friends. Steve will be four sons, Steve (Molly), Randy (Julia), Tim (Lisa) and Matthews; grandchildren, Rickey (Stacy) Matthews, Indianapolis to the late John and missed for his love, laughter, kindness, gentleness and Tom Tummers; eight grandchildren; and five great- Jeff (Val) Matthews, Jimmy (Jackie) Matthews, Dana Mary Dixon on June 3, 1942. Ada his commitment to his son, Quintin. Due to the current grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted April (Andrew) Larty, Kurt (Marilia) Matthews, Stephanie loved spending time with her family. unprecedented guidelines limiting public gatherings, 22 at G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, (Drew) Gray, Andy Thorpe, Devin (Mandi) Griffith, She loved animals and cooking for Stevie’s funeral will be held privately. Arrangements 5141 Madison Ave. He was buried in Calvary Cemetery. Chad (Kayla) Griffith, Shane (Sarah) Griffith, Tracy family and friends. Ada is preceded in have been entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Feltner, Susie (Andrew) Sherlock, Steve Noble, Amy death by her sister, Roberta Fredricks. Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Burial Rana E. Wetherill (Shawn) Cross, Fred (Noelle) Aldred, Robyn Matthews, She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Vernon will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Rana E. Wetherill, 66, of Indianapolis, died April 9, Ian Matthews and Kylie (Tobi) Schuster; great- Robbins, children; Jon (Robin) Robbins, Jamie 2020. She was born Feb. 20, 1954 to the late George grandchildren, Morgan, Kayleb, Bailey, Allie, Ethan, (Michelle) Robbins and Vernon E. II (Colleen) Robbins; Julie Ann Stout E. Payne and Goldie A. (Berry) Dorflien. Rana was a Kenzie, Corey, Nick, Riley, Hailey, Benicio, Nathan, grandchildren, Jeanine (Brian) Hicks, Jay (Amanda) Julie Ann Stout, of Clayton, Ind., died April 13, member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Blake, Gavin, Makenzie, Kayden, Kaleah, Cheyenne, Robbins, Austin Robbins, Benjamin Robbins, Jessica 2020. She was 58. Julie was born May 21, 1961 in Saints. She worked as a lab technician for Community Josh, Jack, Caleigh, Alexis, Londyn, Autumn, Aubrey, Robbins, Justin Robbins and Blaine Robbins; along Indianapolis, a daughter of John P. and Linda L. Hospital as well as various office management Allison, Austin, Gage and Zoey, and great-great- with great-grandchildren, Joseph, Evelyn, Daniel, (Franklin) Blanton. Linda was a graduate of Plainfield positions. Rana was a disabilities advocate, a member grandchildren; Elliott and Mallory. A private family Lidia, Dallas, Joel and Tyler. A celebration of Ada’s life High School and earned an associate degree in art. In of the Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities service has been scheduled with a celebration of will be held at a later date. Services are entrusted to her leisure time, she enjoyed cooking, reading and and Partners in Policymaking. She was also an avid Jean's life at a later date. Services are entrusted to Little and Sons Beech Grove Chapel. music, especially that of Catfish and the Bottlemen. genealogist. Rana was preceded in death by her Little & Sons Beech Grove Chapel. She loved to sit and watch thunderstorms, listening husband, Alan R. Wetherill. Survivors include her son, James Robert Sebree to the rain and watching the lightning. In addition Reuben (Misty) Wetherill; and their children, Kaia, Anne Walts Nance James Robert Sebree, 78, of Indianapolis, died to her father, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Ayla and Phoebe. Due to the current unprecedented Anne Walts Nance, 89, of Greenwood, died April 17, 2020. All services will be private. Funeral Jimmy Blanton and Jonna Blanton. She is survived guidelines limiting public gatherings, Rana’s burial April 6, 2020. All services will be private. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Simplicity by her husband of nearly 38 years, Jack L. Stout; will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson St. Funeral and Cremation Care, Indianapolis Chapel, her sons, Jacob (Paxton Ott) Stout, James Stout and to G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Greenwood 7520 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46227. Jaden Stout; as well as her mother, Linda Franklin. A Indianapolis. Burial will be at New Crown Cemetery. chapel, 481 W. Main St., Greenwood, IN 46142. Wilma Elaine Seymour celebration of life will take place at the convenience of the family. Singleton Community Mortuary and James Robert Witt H. Eugene Nolen Wilma Elaine Seymour, 84, of Beech Grove, died April James Robert Witt, 92, of Greenwood, died April 11, 18, 2020. She was born Sept. 14, 1935 in Portsmith, Memorial Center, 1202 S. Lynhurst Drive, Indianapolis H. Eugene (Gene) Nolen, 77, died April 8, 2020. is entrusted with the arrangements. 2020. He was born Oct. 10, 1927 in Franklin. His parents Gene was born Feb. 28, 1943 in Indianapolis to the Ohio. Arrangements have been entrusted to G. H. were Helen (Gauntz ) Witt and Clyde Witt, Sr. He was a late Clarence and Zola Nolen. Gene graduated from Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Robert H. Taylor life member of the VFW, American Legion and Veteran Arsenal Technical High School in 1961. In 1963, he Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN. Robert H. Taylor, 95, of Carmel, died April 9, 2020. He of the Army. He retired from carpentry work and was joined the U.S. Army and served as a military police Adenike Sipasi was born June 4, 1924 in Brooklyn, New York. He was a member of Our Lady of the Greenwood and Saint officer, then later transitioned to the Army National Adenike Sipasi, of Indianapolis, died April 7, preceded in death by his wife, Kay Taylor. Survivors Francis and Clare. He is proceeded in death by his two Guard. He married Rose Marie Lowe Nov. 26, 1965; she 2020. She was 37. She was born Feb. 5, 1982 in include his son, Dr. Robert Taylor (Barb); daughters, wives, Rosemary (Clark) Witt and Jean (Garrett) Witt; four precedes him in death. Gene and three other partners Ore, Nigeria, a daughter of Faseyemi and Grace Susan Taylor and Janis Hartman (Greg); grandchildren, brothers, Sam, Clyde, Jerry and David; and one sister, established CEW in 1974. In 1979, GTR Enterprises (Akinmadeyemi) Faseyemi. Adenike graduated high R. Clay Taylor (Sarah), Kirk Taylor, Evan Newman, Elizabeth. He is survived by his two brothers, Benny was established in Edinburgh. In 1991, GTR and CEW school in Nigeria and was recently taking college Elizabeth Hartman, Allison Hartman and Anna Hartman; (Helen) Witt and Denny (Debbie) Wit; two sisters, Mary merged to form Manar Inc. Gene became the sole courses in Indianapolis. She was employed as a and great-grandson, Wesley Taylor. Per Robert’s wishes Ann (Bill) Abbott and Nancy Hoskins; nine children, Sue owner of Manar Inc. He is survived by his son, Greg caregiver for Indiana Department of Mental Health. there will be no services. Arrangements have been (Don) Richwine, Sandy Searles, Debbie (Larry) Boyce, (Tisha); a daughter, Tammy Sue Wagner (Marc); four She was a member of the Everlasting Hope Church. entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral James Robert Witt II, Teresa (Dennis) Beaman, Shelly granddaughters (Whitney McAtee, Emily Wagner, Adenike is survived by her husband, Omolayo Sipasi; Home, 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. (Mike) Davidson, Sharon (Gary) Fletcher, Tim (Denise) Jenna Wagner and Amelia Rose Nolen); and a small as well as her children and several other family Witt and Jeanne (Bob) Heere; 19 grandchildren; 31 great- dog named Barry, who was his constant companion Robert Earl Thornburgh, Sr. grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. members. In keeping with the gathering restrictions Robert Earl Thornburgh, Sr., 89, of Indianapolis, in recent years. Sercies were held April 13 at G. H. by the governor, a private graveside service will be Due to the current unprecedented guidelines limiting Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home at The Gardens died April 16, 2020. He was born Jan. 18, 1931 in public gatherings, James’ funeral will be held privately. conducted with burial following at West Newton Brownstown, Ind. to the late Orville and Frances of Olive Branch, 1605 S. State Road 135, Greenwood. Cemetery. Pastor Oludare Fasipe is officiating. He was buried at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. 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