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Karen Rita Fitzpatrick
(December 3, 1943 - February 11, 2012)

Karen Rita Fitzpatrick, 68, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at I.U. Hospital North in Carmel. She was born on December 3, 1943 to Earl Rector and Estelle (Stewart) Rector Young in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Karen worked as a Revenue Analyst for Mayflower Transit and also in Accounting at Ft. Benjamin Harrison. She was a member of Noblesville First Christian Church, and a graduate of Arsenal Technical H.S..

She is survived by husband, Philip Fitzpatrick, son, Jeffery Fitzpatrick, brother, Richard L. Young, and brother, John E. Young.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by step-father, Richard Young.

A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, at First Christian Church of Noblesville, 16377 Herriman Blvd., with Pastor John Davis officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hamilton County Humane Society.

Esther Mae Horney
(Died February 14, 2012)

Esther Mae Horney, 100, of Carmel, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Clare Bridge of Carmel. She was born on September 1, 1911 to Perry and Myrtie (Mayfield) Stuart in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Esther worked as a Homemaker. She was a member of Hortonville Friends Church in Sheridan and was also a member of the Hamilton County Home Ec Club.

She is survived by son, Gordon (Victoria) Horney of Westfield; daughters, Nancy Chapman of Indianapolis and Linda Makowski of Drayton Plains, MI; two sisters, Cecilia Paddack & Alice Stewart both of Westfield; eight grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Merrill Horney who passed in 1984; and her brother, Robert Stuart.

Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Randall & Roberts Westfield Road Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, Noblesville with visitation from 2:00-4:00p.m. prior to service. Pastor Marilyn Bell will officiate. Burial will be at Summit Lawn Cemetery in Westfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240; or Hortonville Friends Church, 445 E. 206th Street, Sheridan, IN 46069.

Mary Louise Ambre
(Died March 11, 2012)

Mary Louise Ambre, 94, Noblesville, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2012, at Auguste Cottage, Riverwalk Commons in Noblesville. The daughter of Howard and Mary Carlson, she was born on March 1, 1918, in Chicago and grew up in Whiting, IN, graduating from Whiting High School. She spent most of her adult life in Gary, IN where she worked for the Gary National Bank and Gordon’s Department Store.

In 1945 Mary Lou married Thomas Ambre. She was active in the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and the Girl Scouts, and was a sacristan and seamstress at Holy Angels Cathedral for many years. She was an Associate of the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius.

Mary Lou is survived by four children, Jeanne Ambre, SS.C.M. of Danville PA, Mark (Melissa) Ambre of Noblesville IN, Leo (Evelyn) Ambre of Las Vegas NV, and Marie (Peter) Dombrowski of Cudahy WI; two sisters, Alice Dauro of Los Angeles CA, & Rita Jane Glazebrook of Portland OR; grandchildren, Laura Jordan of Salemsburg, NC, Erin Ambre of Alsip IL, Allison Ambre of St. Louis MO, Neal (Jill) Ambre of Dallas TX, Meghan (Ryan) Vogt of Fishers IN, Blase, Diana and Rachel Dombrowski of Cudahy, WI; and great-grandchildren, Rebecca and Victoria Jordan of Salemsburg NC, and Bowen Vogt of Fishers IN.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tom; two sons, Harry Stephen and Rev. John T. Ambre; her brother, Edmund and his wife Lee; three brothers-in-law, Hank Robison, Al Dauro and Thomas Glazebrook; one daughter-in-law, Rebecca Jayne Ambre; and one grandson Ryan Michael Ambre.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, March 16, 2012 at St. Mark Church, 505 West Ridge Road in Gary, IN, with calling beginning at 10:00AM immediately prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities of Gary.

Samuel Zeckel
(Died March 15, 2012)

Samuel Maurice Zeckel passed away on March 15, 2012. He lived his entire life in Noblesville and was a retired businessman. He was the son of European immigrants that eventually settled in Noblesville.

In 1922, they opened a men’s clothing store located where the Uptown is located today. In the mid 1930’s the clothing store moved to its’ location in the middle of the south side of the square where it operated until it closed in 1984. This move allowed them offer a full line of men & boys clothes instead of mainly offering bib overalls & work boots. At an early age he started working in his family’s clothing store where it was expected for him to eventually take over the family business along with his brothers.

Sam was part of the 1947 class at Noblesville High School. He really didn’t like school and was kind of a rebel. He was too young to serve in WWII which bothered him. At the recommendation of his older brother Jack, he joined the National Guard in 1948. Sam fell in love with the Guard. It taught him discipline, helped him set goals, it changed his life for the better. He worked hard and achieved the rank of Captain. In those days many of Noblesville’s business men also belonged to The Guard. It became a fraternity of sorts for the young men in the community. One of his proudest moments was when he was presented The Governors Trophy by Governor Welch in the early 60’s because the Noblesville battalion was awarded The Best Battalion in Indiana. He retired from the Guard in the mid 1960’s.

Sam continued to work in the clothing store until the mid 1960’s. Around 1962 - 63, he got together with a couple other business owners, together they organized a new downtown merchants association to help promote downtown. At that time the downtown businesses were losing money to the new mall - Glendale. He was instrumental in starting Noblesville’s first Christmas parade, getting Santa’s House built and put on the square, along with many other Holiday promotions and events. He personally arranged for the Indianapolis Police Department’s Motorcycle Drill team, and local TV personalities - Cowboy Bob, Janie, Harlow Hickinlooper and others to appear in the parade. In 1964, he was awarded the first Distinguished Service Award to be given by the Jr. Chamber of Commerce for his work to help downtown.

Sam needed a break from the clothing store. He spent a couple of years as a successful traveling salesman for Curlee Clothes, his territory was part of Ohio. In 1966, he invested in Syd’s Bar. He soon developed a love for the food business and the profit potential in selling beverages. He personally cut every steak, made the salad dressings from scratch along with many other menu items. In 1976, he transformed the bar into a restaurant by remodeling and redecorating in antiques and stained glass. He sold Syd’s in 1988.

During his retirement years he continued his life long love affair with the stock market. His parents initiated his interest because that was their investment choice as new Americans. His hobby and passion were watching and trading in the markets almost daily. He enjoyed cooking for his children & grandchildren.

Because of his love for Noblesville, he served on the Planning Commission and BZA for the past 17 years. He believed he needed to help the small or independent business owners because he understood what it was like to sink your savings into a business venture.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Belle Kaufman Zeckel and Ben Zeckel, brothers; Richard and Jack Zeckel, wife; Patty Markle Zeckel, and daughter Jennifer Zeckel Hooker.

Survivors include; sons Jeff and Steve Zeckel, daughter Kathy (Mike) Smith of Ft. Wayne, grandchildren; Ben Smith, Michael Hooker (wife Samantha), Hunter Zeckel, and Rachel Hooker. One great grandson, Bentley Hooker.

Visitation is Monday, March 19, 5 - 9pm at Randall & Roberts on Logan St. Funeral Service is 2pm on Tuesday, March 20 at the funeral home.

Contributions can be made in his name to Crohn’s & Colitus Foundation of America, INC. 386 Park Ave. South, 17th Floor, N.Y., N.Y. 10016 instead of flowers.

Tom Holtkamp
(Died March 15, 2012)

Tom L. Holtkamp, 77, of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2012. He was born on April 21, 1934 in Oskaloosa, Iowa.

Tom was retired, and was a former Noblesville City Councilman. He had taught for 20 years, as a seat-weaver. His favorite past-time was spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sarah; son, Kreag (Colleen) Holtkamp; grandchildren, Kate and Brooks Holtkamp; and sisters, Ruth Wolfe, Diana Ruhl & Nancy Stuck.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Marie and Billie Holtkamp.

Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

Brent Russell
(April 2, 1971 - March 16, 2012)

Brent Russell, 40, of Noblesville, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2012 in Noblesville. He was born on April 2, 1971 to William and Margaret (Robinson) Russell in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Brent worked as a Warehouse Laborer.

He is survived by his mother, Margaret Russell of Noblesville, IN.; 2 sisters, Nancy Russell of Cicero, IN, and Laura Russell of Los Angeles, CA.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 9900 East 191st Street, in Noblesville, with Rev. Tom Metzger officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, March 22, 2012 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm immediately prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.

Darlene B. Brock
(Died February 14, 2012)

Darlene B. Brock, 65, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on October 13, 1946 to John and Margaret (Puckett) Murray in Jamestown, Kentucky.

Darlene was a homemaker and a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Noblesville. She was a very loving and giving person to everyone she met. She was a great sister. She loved her family - especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening and cooking.

She is survived by daughters, Twila (Joseph) Ploutz, Stacey Catron & Buffy (Terry)Trout; sons, Tracy (Maggie) Brock & Anthony Brock; sister, Evelyn (Frank) Harris; and 10 grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Ray Brock who passed away in October 2010.

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 18, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, in Noblesville, with Pastor Clarence Roberts officiating. Visitation will be Friday, February 17, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.

Vera E. Brattain
(Died February 14, 2012)

Vera E. Brattain, 84, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on January 14, 1928 to Walter and Edith (Fetty) Brown in Cicero, Indiana.

Vera was past President of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was a loving mother and will be missed dearly by her family.

She is survived by daughter, Bonnie (Marsha McCarty) Brattain and son, Dennis (Tina) Mendenhall.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Brattain and two brothers.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, February 20, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, in Noblesville, with Rev. Richard D. Bell officiating. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am prior to the service, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5635 W. 96th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.

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