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INDY STAR 1ST 2015 A9 51, of Indianapolis, passed away February 21, 2015. He was born May 10, 1963, to John E. and Mary Jane Hartwick Norman. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. at All Souls Unitarian Church, 5805 E.

56th St. Kent, a lover of music, nature and animals, is survived by his parents, John E. and Mary Jane Norman; brothers, Mark W. Norman and Bret L. Norman, sister in-law, Mayme; nephews, Mckinley and Fynley Norman; aunts, Linda K.

Morris (Kevin Baagoe) and Nina Norman; cousins, Cheryl K. Morris, and her son Jesse, Lisa, Douglas, and Jeffry Uncles, Robert Lee and Charles W. Norman; cousins, John David and Leanne Marie Morris, preceded him in death. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Indianapolis Final care and arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial www.shirleybrothers.com. Kent Lee Norman Memoal Chape hape www.seybrothers.com age 65, of went to be with the Lord and her daddy Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at her residence.

She was a girl who liked to help him with his projects and sure he has a project for her She was born on August 2, 1949 in South Bend, IN as the daughter of Joseph and Jean (Kurtz) She graduated from Warren Central High School in Judy married Russell L. Thompson on August 31, 1968 in Indianapolis. She worked for Eli Lilly for 38 years before retiring in Judy was a member of Philadelphia United Methodist Church where she was the She enjoyed doing church work, reading, spending any time with her grandchildren, and being active in their activities. Judy is survived by her husband, Russ Thompson of two sons, Brent Thompson of and Jason (Jennifer) Thompson of Noblesville, IN; brother, Joey Simms of Mount Vernon, AL; sister, Janet Simms Gulden of Mount Vernon, AL; and six grandchildren, Gabriel, Taylor, Luke, Cole, Allie, and She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Jean (Kurtz) Simms. Memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015, from 11:00 a.m.

until 1:00 p.m. at Philadelphia United Methodist Church, 2265 W. US Hwy. 40, IN A memorial service will take place immediately following the Reverend Janet Tierbert will be Memorial contributions may be sent to Boys and Girls Club of Hancock County, 715 East Lincoln Street, Green- IN 46140 or Senior Center, 280 Apple Street, IN Contribution envelopes will be available at the Friends may share a memory or send a condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com or email condolences to Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary Crematory in Judith A. (Simms) Thompson Cremator ory 57, passed away Monday, February 23rd 2015.

Rouke was born to David Harper and Sue Davis on June 14th, 1957 in Crawfordsville, Rouke attended John Marshall High School and later worked for Ford Motor Company for 27 years, retiring in He was married to Cindy Hostetter from Beech Grove in April 1979 and they settled in the town of Southport, IN where they raised their 3 children. enjoyed providing for his family, working on cars and spending time with his family and friends. Rouke is preceded in death by his father David Survivors include his beloved wife, Cindy Hostetter-Harper; mother, Sue Davis; brother, Rusty (Christie) Harper; 2 daughters Abbey (Doug) Hord and Whitney (Adam) Griffo and step-son Brad Also Papa to 7 grandchildren Gabby, Bella and Addy Hord; Jersey, Presley and Jaymin Griffo; Cameron Boyer. A memorial service will be held at Primo Banquet Hall Saturday February 28, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Carlisle Branson Fun- ersl Service Crematory, Mooresville. Rouke Dwayne Harper ersl Service Crematory, Mooresvie. ry ry 57 years of age, long time Zionsville resident, passed away February 24, 2015 with his family by his side. Greg was born on September 24, 1957 in Anderson, IN to Harry and Geraldine Overdorf and was a graduate of Frankton High School. Greg worked in Supplier Quality Assurance at Subaru of Indiana for 26 He was an active member of Zionsville Christian Church where he served as an Elder and was a former President of the Greg was very passionate about his work with Kairos Prison Ministry.

He is survived by his devoted family: his wife of 36 years, Lori (Hypes); mother, Geraldine; children, Jared (Heather) and Leann (Brad) Burkenpas; grandchildren, Isabella Marie, Emma Rose Overdorf, Leila Grace and Blake Michael Burkenpas; sisters, Theresa (Don) Hall and Amy Overdorf; and several nieces and He will be deeply missed by those that knew and loved him. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 27, 2015 at Zionsville Christian Church from 3-7 p.m.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Zionsville Christian Church or to Kairos Prison Ministry. Friends may leave a prayer or message for the family by visiting www.arnmortury.com Gregory Dean Overdorf gy passed away February 22, 2015, in Dunnellon, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on October 18, 1940, to James and Virginia (Butler) Both parents are Survivors include wife, Mary Jean (Franklin) Tolbert; and children, Larry, Kitty, Lance and Lee; grandchildren, Logan, Lane, Jamie, Cody, Mindy, Avonnelle and Stephanie; and two great granddaughters.

Additionally, a brother, David and wife Rose Tolbert. Roger served in the U.S. Army in He will be intered at the South Florida U.S. National Cemetery. In lieu of owers, please feel free to make donation to a local Hospice.

Roger Alan Tolbert Robert Arthur Weakley 80, of Indianapolis, died Feb. 25, 2015. Services: 11:30 a.m., Feb, 28, 2015 at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home, 1605 S.

St. Rd 135, Greenwood, with visitation from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. 95, of Greencastle, passed away February 25, 2015.

A career soldier, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam His wartime assignments included service with the 32nd Infantry Division in the Papua Campaign in New Guinea and with the Burma guerrilla unit during World War In the Korean War he was assigned to Headquarters, First U.S. Army Corps. Mr. Stauch was a highly decorated soldier receiving a total of 24 medals, including the Purple Heart and two Bronze Stars.

Following his retirement from active duty, Mr. Stauch was employed by Department of the Army as the Information Representative for the XXI Army Corps, then as the Public Information cer for Fort Benjamin Harrison and later as the Information cer for the U.S. Army Finance and Acc ounting He retired from civil service while serving as Chief, Public Affairs ce Chicago District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. A former member of the Indianapolis and Chicago Federal Executive Boards and Press Clubs he held lifetime memberships in the Disabled Veterans Association, the Burma Star Association, VFW Post 1550 and the Marauders He was a past Indiana State Commander of the Veterans Association and held memberships in the Greencastle American Legion Post and Elks Lodge He was also the co-founder and past president of the Lawrence National Exchange Club.

Mr. Stauch was preceded in death by his rst wife, Mary Florence (Albin); son, Douglas Miller Stauch; brother, Gerald Stauch; and close friend of many years, Bobbie Survivors include his wife, Betty Jo Dunn; daughter-in-law, Brenda Jo Stauch; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. A celebration of life service and interment will be announced at a date to be Arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial www.shirleybrothers.com. Ferdinand Miller Stauch, Jr. Esther M.

Sandridge (nee: Au derhaar) 93, of Indianapolis, died Feb. 24, 2015. Services: 11 a.m., Mar. 2, 2015 at Flanner and Buchanan-Washington Park E. Washington with visitation from 4-8 p.m., Mar.

1, 2015. Entombment: Washington Park East Cemetery. 37, of Indianapolis, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2015. He was born on March 6, 1977 in Beech Grove, Joe graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1995 and from Indiana He was a huge I.U. and Pacer fan and loved to referee greatest joy was his daughter, Alyssa; he was a loving father, son, brother and He is survived by his daughter, Alyssa Nicole Lewis; father, Harold F.

Lewis; mother, Judith Smith (Wilbur); siblings, Cindy Lewis, Rev. Gale Stutz (Tom), Joe Willis, Kellie Purdy and Karla Shircliff; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and Family and friends will gather on Sunday, March 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Lauck Veldhof Funeral Cremation A Celebration of his Life at 1 p.m. with the Rev.

Michelle White Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.lauckfuneral- home.com Joseph Albert Lewis Ira J. Walker 86, of Butlerville, died Feb. 24, 2015. Services: 4 p.m., Feb. 28, 2015 at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home, Versailles, with calling from 2 p.m.

until time of service. Burial: Holton Cemetery. Died February 23, 2015, at his home in Indianapolis. He was a of Quincy High School, Quincy, Illinois, and held a BA degree from Franklin College in Indiana, where he was a member of Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity and Theta Alpha Phi theater honor He retired after a number of years at RCA, both in Indianapolis and Bloomington, working in the area Management Information Bill was an avid woodworker He was a charter member of the Indianapolis Woodturners Association and the Indianapolis Fly Casters Association, where he enjoyed teaching others to tie Bill is survived by his wife, Virginia, daughter Kori (Alan) Brown, daughter Kirsten (Ken) Albers, and grandchildren Kali Brown, Olivia Albers, and Maggie Albers. Visitation will be held on Feb.

28, 2015 at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4702 South East Street, Indianapolis 46227 from p.m., with a Memorial Service in the Church at 2:00 p.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church. Arrangements: Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory William Kappner ry ry Shabazz Pharu Stubbs 42, of Indianapolis, died Feb. 21, 2015. Services: 11:30 a.m., Feb. 27, 2015 at Mt.

Zion Apostolic Church, with calling from 10 a.m. until time of service. Arrangements: Bell Mortuary Crematory, Royster-Askin-Sandrock Chapel. Tana E. Lloyd 69, of Indianapolis, died Feb.

22, 2015. Services: 1 p.m., Feb. 28, 2015 at Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center- Floral Park, with visitation from 4-8 p.m., Feb, 27, 2015. Burial: Floral Park Cemetery. Michael Lawrence Tracy 53, of Indianapolis, died Feb.

24, 2015. There are no services. Arrangements: Usher Funeral Home. 61, of Pittsboro, passed away February 24, 2015. She was born February 28, 1953 to the late Eugene and Marjorie Bridwell Catherine married Matthew Hagans and was the co-founder of Eagle Creek Aviation Services and its family of companies.

A Celebration of Life will be held on birthday, Saturday, February 28, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at The Crowne Plaza, 123 W. Louisiana Indianapolis. Catherine is survived by her husband of 44 years, Matthew Hagans; daughters, Jennifer (Rick) Branch and Amanda Hagans; sisters, Cheri Wright and Chris Doyle; grandchildren, Ricky, Jack and Cate Branch, and Kayla A brother, Robert Beeler, preceded her in death.

In lieu of memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society Timmy Global Arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel. www.shirleybrothers.com. Catherine Jean Hagans ap ap yb 74, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 26, 2015. She was born on March 4, 1940 in Marshall, IL to the late Charles and Marie Rich. Marilyn is survived by her children, Cheryl Ann Scott, Christine Hoff, Cynthia (Richard) Clayton, John (Rebecca) Reed, Kim (Joseph) Benton, and Donna Reed; 15 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Reed, and son-in-law, Jonathan Scott. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements by: G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.ghher- rmann.com Marilyn S. Reed anice C. Meuth 78, died Feb. 25, 2015. Services: 2 p.m., Feb.

28, 2015 in Family Funeral Care, with visitation from 1 p.m. until time of service. www.familyfuneralcareindy.com Charles David Sears 81, of New Whiteland, died Feb. 25, 2015. Services: 3:30 p.m.

Feb. 28, 2015 at G.H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home at The Gardens at Olive Branch, with visitation from 1:30 p.m. until time of service. Entombment: The Gardens at Olive 71, passed away on February 24th, 2015 at his home.

He was the son of A.B. and Dorothy (Green) Rudy, born on July 13th, 1943 in Indianapolis. He attended both Shortridge and Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis followed by graduation from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. He married Rosalyn Edell who preceded him in death. He worked as a residential real estate manager in the greater Indianapolis area.

Rick was a loving brother, father, grandfather, and uncle. He cherished time with his family and was a euchre nado. He loved football and was a proud Colts season ticket holder. He also enjoyed traveling to West Lafayette to watch Purdue games and visit with fellow Sigma Chi Fraternity alumni. affable nature gained him friends wherever he went.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son Michael (Courtney) Rudy of Carmel, two daughters, Michelle (Zach) Mitchell of Avon and Jenna (Lane) Lowenstein of Zionsville, brother A.B. Jr. (Mary) Rudy of Indianapolis, and sister Pat (George) Fleet of Greensboro, Georgia. He adored his seven grandsons: Elliott, Evan, and Noah Rudy; Jonah and Silas Mitchell; Caleb and Ross Lowenstein.

He also had beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. The family requests that contributions in memory of Rick be made to the American Heart Association www. heart.org or the American Diabetes Association www.dia- betes.org/. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel, 740 86th St, Indianapolis.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church, 1207 Conner Street, Noblesville, with reception following. Online condolences may be sent to the Rudy family at www.leppertmortuary.com. Thomas Eric Rudy pp y. Billy Lee Palmer 76, of Indianapolis, died Feb.

26, 2015. Services: 2 p.m., Feb, 28, 2015 at Hall-Baker Funeral Home, eld, with calling from 12 Noon until time of service. Betty June Humphrey 86, of Indianapolis, died Feb. 26, 2015. Services: 5 p.m., Mar.

1, 2015 at Hendryx Mortuary Cumberland Chapel, with visitation from 2 p.m. until time of service. Virginia M. Morrical 78, of Franklin, died Feb. 21.

2015. Services: 1 p.m., Feb. 28, 2015 at the WrightChapel of Franklin United Methodist Community, with visitation from 12 Noon until time of service. Arrangements: Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, Franklin. January 12, 1928 February 18, 2015.

Mary Lou, of Montgomery, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 18, She was preceded in death by her sister Betty Jolley, her daughter, Diane, and her husband of 59 years, She is survived by her sons, Dale and Mary Lou grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Irving J. Cromer and Marie C. (Feddersen) Cromer. After graduating from Southwest High School in Kansas City, she spent a year at Gulf Park College in Gulfport, Mississippi before moving on to DePauw University, in Greencastle, She was very active in the Pi Beta Phi sorority while at DePauw, where she graduated in 1949 with a B.A. in English and a minor in English was a specialty for her as she had a life-long love of For years she kept a list of the books with good shelf in her purse, and she would check off each book after she with it.

Mary Lou then moved to Indianapolis, where she worked at Eli Lilly, and met her husband, She and Charles married and started a family in Indianapolis, and eventually moved to Montgomery, where they raised a family and met many life-long friends, before settling in to a comfortable retirement. She loved her family and enjoyed many interests, chief among them were her friends and the game of She was an enthusiastic bowling, tennis, softball and sport where the social aspect was as important as the athletic She also loved to sing, and could recall a song to sing for almost any occasion. In lieu of donations may be made to The Library Foundation of Cincinnati Hamilton Count: http://foundation.cincinnatilibrary.org/WaysToSupport/ memorials Mary Louise Cromer Hunt FOREVERINYOURHEART. Remembersomeonespecialwithanin-memoriam ad.Honoryourlovedoneandpaytributetothe influencetheyhadinyourlifewiththis veryspecialrecognition. OBITUARIES OBITUARIES Moreobituarieson thepreviouspage Moreobituarieson thepreviouspage Moreobituarieson thenextpage Moreobituarieson thenextpage.