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Merrill Gilpin
Merrill Gilpin, 75, of Noblesville passed away on September 9, 2011 at his home, with his loving wife of 46 years, his children and his grandchildren - ‘all his girls’, as he called them. He was born March 27, 1936 to Robert and Pauline (George) Gilpin in New Castle, IN.
Merrill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and papaw. He was retired from Prairie Farm Dairy in 1997. He attended Broad Ripple High School. Besides his family, he enjoyed fishing, camping, making tin men; and was an avid football fan.
In addition to his wife, Jerri, he is survived by daughters, Lisa (Randy) Anderson, Reba (Bill) Hyde, & Sally (Ben) Smith; son, Gary Gruel; two brothers, Larry Gilpin & George Gilpin; grandchildren, Heather Anderson-Sanjuan, Jody McDonald, James Spray & Adam Gruel; great-grandchildren, Jacob Warner, James Spray, Jr, & Jordan Spray; and lots of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Greg Gruel; and brother, Robert Gilpin.
Services will be held on Thursday, September 15, 2011 at 10:30AM at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan St in Noblesville, with Pastor Rob Miffin officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 14, from 4:00PM - 8:00PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Giving James a Chance, at www.givingjamesachance.myevent.com or 176 Logan Street, #219, Noblesville, IN 46062.
The family would like to thank Community Home Health Services and all the wonderful nurses and doctors who helped us through this difficult time.
Edna Margaret Baker
Edna Margaret (Cooksey) Baker, 82, of Fishers, passed away on Friday, September 9, 2011 in Noblesville. She was born on September 23, 1928 to Aranzo and Maude (Roberts) Cooksey in Kokomo, Indiana. She attended Washington Grade School in Kokomo, and Manual High School in Indianapolis.
She married Daniel Robert Baker on February 15, 1947. He preceded her in death in February, 2000.
Edna worked several jobs, including Blue Ribbon Dairy and RCA, both in Indianapolis. She stayed home to raise her children until they were all in school. She was a graduate of the House of James Beauty School in Indianapolis. Edna worked for several years as a professional hairdresser, and at one time owned and operated her own beauty shop.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Thelma Douglass, and her brother, Francis Cooksey.
Edna is survived by her sons, Steve (Mary) Baker, Mike Baker, and Patrick (Penny) Baker; her daughter, Diana (Paul) Sosbey; grandchildren, Wendy Lawrence, Dan Baker, Kate Baker, Jamie (Sara) Baker, Julie (Chris) Bair, Erik Baker, Abbe Baker, Alle Baker, Adrienne Sosbey, and Elliot Sosbey; and great-grandchildren, Ella Lawrence, Noah Lawrence, Nate Lawrence, Sarah Lawrence, Anna Baker, and Emma Baker.
There will be no funeral services. Her care is entrusted to Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, Noblesville.
Memorial contributions may be made to any cancer fund or children's fund of the donor's choice.
Sally Kay Preble
Sally Kay Preble, 74, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on February 8, 1937 to Frank and Kathleen (Blair) Creswell in Kansas City, Missouri.
Sally attended Miami University (1955-1958) and later earned her Associate Degree in Applied Business from Shawnee State Community College in 1983. She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa (National Honor Fraternity) and was on the Dean's list every quarter, graduating with High Honors. She had also been a member of the Milan (IN) School Board and Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. She enjoyed traveling, reading, antiques, sports and community activities.
She is survived by sons, Richard B. Preble of Jacksonville, NC & William P. Preble of Noblesville, IN; daughter, Kathleen C. Powers of Alpharetta, GA; and grandchildren, Madison B. Preble & Jillian Riley Preble of Jacksonville, NC, grandchildren, Michael P. Preble, David C. Preble & Matthew T. Preble of Noblesville, IN, and, Emily C. Powers & Caitlin E. Powers of Alpharetta, GA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph D. Preble whom she married on February 28, 1958; and son, David B. Preble.
A memorial service will be held at 5:00PM on Friday, August 12, 2011, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 4:00PM prior to the service. Rev. David D. Pappas and Father Martin Peter will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to National Foundation for Cancer Research, 4600 East West Highway, Suite 525, Bethesda, MD, 20814.
Wilhelmine Adrian
Wilhelmine S. Adrian, 87, of Westfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on December 30, 1923 to Jakob and Wilhelmine Weizenhöfer in Matzenbach, Germany.
Mrs. Adrian was a homemaker. On November 15, 1947, she married Raymond R. Adrian (formerly of Michigan City, IN) in Giezen, Germany. Soon after their marriage they returned to the States and built a home in Indiana. Mr. Adrian's job took them to the San Francisco area in the early 60's, where they called home until his death in 2001. Mrs. Adrian moved back to Indiana in 2005 and lived in the Indianapolis and Westfield areas until her death. She always considered California her home, and she leaves several close friends who were her 'other' family.
She is survived by a niece, Inge Weizenhöfer of Tegucigalpa, Honduras; and several other nieces & nephews here in the Midwest.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one sister & four brothers.
Private services will be held at a later date in Michigan City, IN, with burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
Sandra Morris
Sandra "Sandy" Morris, 66, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at her home. She was born on June 4, 1945 to Wilbur and Clara May (Minett) Morris in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Sandy worked as a secretary for Best Toys. She loved planting flowers in her yard and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her son, Bob (Bridgette) Conrad Jr.; daughter, Barb (Rick) Marsh; son, Mike (Sharon) Conrad; sister, Marie Collins; brothers, Marty Morris and Melvin (Tammy) Morris; sister, Cara Castle-Morris; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers.
Charles Abbott
Charles F. Abbott, 82, born April 22, 1929 in Sidney, OH, to Frank and Wynona Abbott and died August 8, 2011.
Charles graduated from Sidney High School in 1947 and Ohio State University in 1952.
After serving in the Air Force for 4 years, he continued his education and received his Masters Degree from Cornell University in 1958, and his doctorate in Education from Michigan State University in 1968.
He worked in the area of education for 20 years as a teacher, and in college administration. IN 1972, he began his career with State Farm Insurance Corporate Headquarters in Bloomington, IL, as Director of Agency Management Development and retired in 1992.
Charles' grandchildren were the joy of his life. In retirement, he owned a small business and enjoyed playing golf.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Phyllis; children, Pamela (Gary) Willke, and Jeff (Lori) Abbott; grandchildren, Amanda, Jenna & Jack Willke, and Leah & Lydia Abbott; sister, Frances (Bill) Swallow; Aunt, Ruth Stevenson; Niece, Karen (David) Schutze; Nephews, Ken (Linda) Draving, and Rick Swallow; brothers-in-law, Lee Draving & Harold Halderman. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Draving; and Nephew, Randy Swallow.
A Memorial Service will be held at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1685 Westfield Road, Noblesville, IN, with Rev. David Hewitt officiating on Saturday, August 13th, with visitation from 11:00 to noon. Funeral service will be at noon at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674, or to your favorite charity.
Richard Lee Maris
Richard Lee Maris, 80, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2011 at Prairie Lakes Health Campus in Noblesville. He was born on June 18, 1931 to Felix and Ruth (Hopkins) Maris in Danville, Illinois. On July 22, 1951, Richard married Donna "Joan" Troxel.
For 33 years, Richard worked in concrete sales for RiteMix/Quikrete, retiring in 1997. He was a 1950 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School, and served his country proudly in the Army during the Korean War. Richard was a member of the American Legion, and a member of the Korean War Veterans.
Richard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan Maris; daughters, Patricia (Skip) Lowe, Nancy Maris, Vickie Schrader, Karen Maris, and LeeAnn (Alan) Bird; grandchildren, Jessica, Kyle & Jordan Schrader, Thomas Harber, Michael Maris, and Alex, Haley, Sarah & Samantha Bird; and his beloved dog, Barney.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 15, 2011, at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers, with Rev. Stanley R. Sutton officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at the funeral home. Entombment with full military rites will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Indiana Chapter, 941 East 86th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240, or, Alzheimer's Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
James "Bernie" Morgan, Sr.
James Bernard "Bernie" Morgan, Sr., 76, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at his home. He was born on April 28, 1935 to Robert E. and Frances (Fagan) Morgan in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Bernie was a lifelong farmer, real estate broker for Morgan Realty, and a former teacher. He was very active with 4-H for many years, and he started a 50 year Morgan family tradition at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair. He was a charter member of Fishers Lions Club, and an avid antique tractor collector.
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Jane (Lepper) Morgan; two sons, James Morgan, Jr., and wife, Jodi; Phillip J. Morgan, and wife, Tink; daughter, Sylvia J. Morgan Kapil, and husband, Ritesh; four grandchildren: Michael J. Morgan, and wife, Elaine; Matthew T. Morgan, Katie Morgan, and Lucas R. Kapil; four sisters: Mary Coppess, Marie Lasley, Marilyn Brennan, and Marcia Fox; two brothers: Robert and Don Morgan; plus his beloved pet, Peyton.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, September 15, 2011, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville, with Pastor Rebecca Fisher officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 14, 2011 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Arcadia Cemetery in Arcadia.
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