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Maria del Carmen Rushinsky
(July 12, 1945 - February 21, 2012)

Maria del Carmen Rushinsky, 66, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at her home in Noblesville. She was born on July 12, 1945 to Juan Jose and Maria Soledad (Villar de Galan) Galan in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain.

Carmen was a life-long homemaker. She was a life giver to her family, a peace maker, and the glue that held the family together. She always put everyone else first and had a special way of making you feel loved. Siempre sera la corazon de la familia.

She was a member of Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church of Fort Wayne, Indiana.

She is survived by her husband, John Joseph Rushinsky Sr.; son, John Joseph (Katy) Rushinsky Jr.; son, Michael Ramon (Laura) Rushinsky; daughter, Tanya (Vincent) Aviles; son, Mark Anthony (Laura) Rushinsky; daughter, Celeste Nicole Rushinsky; sister, Maria Soledad Galan Villar; ten grandchildren: Joseph Thomas Aviles, Austin Michael Rushinsky, Jack Rushinsky, Anabella Rose Klepper, Meghan Rose Rushinsky, Alex Matthew Rushinsky, Bridget Marie Rushinsky, Noah Anthony Aviles, Gabriel Manolo Rushinsky, and Andrew Vincent Aviles.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Juan Ramon Galan Villar; sister, Maria Dolores Galan de Dominguez; brother, Juan Jose Galan Villar; brother, Juan Manuel Galan Villar; sister, Maria Josefa Galan Villar; and twin granddaughters: Allie Marie & Marie Allie Rushinsky.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 28, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, Noblesville. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 9900 E. 191st Street, Noblesville, with Father Tom Metzger officiating. Burial will be at Hamilton Memorial Park Cemetery in Noblesville. In addition, a Memorial Mass in celebration of life is being held at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with Msgr. John N. Suelzer officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Birthright of Cicero, P.O.Box 1047, Cicero, Indiana 46034.

Joan Roudebush Brooks
(June 29, 1924 - March 18, 2012)

Joan Roudebush Brooks, 87, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. She was born on June 29, 1924 to Ralph and Frances (Ennis) Lennen in Clarksville, Indiana.

Joan was a partner and a bookkeeper for Roudebush Equipment in Westfield. She had also been employed at the Hamilton County Clerk's Office and the Noblesville License Branch.

She was a member of Noblesville & Westfield Methodist Churches; Delta Theta Tau & Daughters of the American Revolution.

She is survived by her husband, Lyman Brooks, whom she married in 1982; five sons: Steve (Sharon) Roudebush, Greg Roudebush, Jeff (Reita) Roudebush, Martin Roudebush and John Brooks; two daughters: Joane (Mike) Hill, and Sharon (Mick) Jackson; 21 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl G. Roudebush who died in 1973, and a brother, John Robert Lennen.

A Graveside Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at Crownland Cemetery, 1776 Monument Street, in Noblesville, with Rev. Eric Lohe officiating.

Larry Myers Thompson
(September 2, 1942 - March 18, 2012)

Larry Myers Thompson, 69, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at home. He was born on September 2, 1942 to Myers and Nina (Maners) Thompson in Bloomfield, Indiana. Larry fought a courageous battle with terminal brain cancer, and now is in Heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Larry worked 40 years as a concrete finisher for Big Three Concrete Co., retiring in 1997; and had most recently worked at Harbour Trees Golf Club in Noblesville. He was a member of Noblesville Baptist Church, and a veteran of the National Guard, serving in the Vietnam War from 1963 to 1969.

He loved his family with all his heart. He was a wonderful Dad and Grandpa. Everyone who met him became a real friend. Larry loved to travel with his wife, Carolyn, and usually a grandchild or two. They were always together and went everywhere together.

Larry supported the St. Joseph's Lakota Children's Indian School. He was also a proud American, and loved his country. He loved his church and church family as well. Although he is away from us now, his legacy will live on.

He is survived by wife, Carolyn Absher Thompson, who he married in 1967; daughters, Shelly Guzman & Kristy (Matt) Green; son, Darren (Abby McCoy) Thompson; daughter, Janet (Tim) Crowe; 11 grandchildren: Joshua Guzman, Nichole Guzman, Jessica Guzman, Jordan Guzman, Matthew Guzman, Christopher Green, Nicholas Green, Logan Green, Ashley Green, Heather Crowe, and Travis Crowe; God-daughter, Jenna Durbin; and brother, Robert (Kathe) Thompson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Thompson.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, March 23, 2012, at Noblesville Baptist Church, 1338 E. Pleasant Street, with Pastor Seth Leeman officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, March 22, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, Noblesville. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Noblesville Baptist Church.

John Raymond Gambs
(February 2, 1921 - February 21, 2012)

John (Jack) R. Gambs, age 91, of Westfield, IN and formerly of Indianapolis and Columbus, OH, died February 21, 2012 at Harbour Manor Health and Living, Noblesville, IN. born February 2, 1921 in Columbus, Ohio he attended Holy Rosary Grade and High School.

He graduated from Ohio State University in Pre-Med with a degree in Bacteriology. He entered the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant from Ohio State University’s ROTC program and then joined the Tank Destroyer Corps at Ft. Hood Texas and was a company commander at Company 648 Tank Destroyer Battalion. He served oversees in WWII in Germany and France with General Patton’s 3rd Army and was the awarded the Bronze and Silver Stars. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Major in 1946.

In 1943 he married his high school sweetheart, Joan R. Eberle. He started his sales career with Byers Automotive in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Indianapolis in 1956 when Jack started Gambs Truck Sales. He was also the first President of Wabash Ford Truck Sales. He then enjoyed a sales career at F.C. Tucker in commercial real estate. He was commissioned as a “Kentucky Colonel” by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

He was an avid hunter, marksman, pilot, boatman, reader, lover of nature and an enthusiastic student of life. He loved talking with young people, sharing their ideas and conversing about current events. He was a remarkable father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His positive spirit and joy of life will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know him.

Jack is survived by his wife, Joan, and three of their four children: John Gambs (Kathy) of Lafayette, IN, Patricia Mac Innis (Dan) of Noblesville, IN, Rosemary Lamberson (Mark) of Flagstaff, AZ, former daughter-in-law Sally Gambs of Indianapolis, & special adopted daughter Kay (Lou) Gillespie of Muncie; eight grandchildren: Gretchen Miller (Todd) of Logansport, IN, Michelle Gambs-Rohen (Sean) of Indianapolis, Jack Gambs (Sara) of Indianapolis, Carrie Heimlich (Nick) of Caledonia, OH, Heather Mac Innis (Gary) of Noblesville, IN, Sarah Mac Innis (Matt Stach) of Lebanon, IN, Bret Lamberson (Brigit) and Lisa Lamberson (Ben Shaffer) of Flagstaff, AZ. Jack is also survived by thirteen great-grandchildren: Eberle and Cecelia Miller, Grace and Charles Gambs-Rohen, Elliott and Oliver Gambs, Emma and Anna Heimlich, Mary and Thomas Mac Innis, Ada, Evelyn & Harold Stach. He is survived by one brother, Richard Gambs of Columbus, OH & North Palm Beach FL, one sister-in-law, Eileen Gambs of N.Y. City, one brother-in-law, John (Virginia) Eberle of Pickerington, OH. Gambs nieces and nephews include Jerry (Flora), Jeff, Susan (Craig), Joseph (Kathleen), Jane (Stewart), Rick (Caele). Eberle nieces & nephews include Jan (Bernie), Suzanne (Tom), Sharon (Fred), Jeanie (Larry), Christine (Walter), Mary Ellen (Bob), Steve (Mercy), Tom, John (Vicki) and many grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Gambs cousins Ellen (John) Dye and Jane (Warren) Schieser also survive.

He was preceded in death by one son, David, parents Charles Raymond Gambs Sr. and Helen Casey Gambs, three brothers, Gerald C.Gambs, Charles R. Gambs Jr., infant brother Richard C. Gambs, sisters-in-law Helen and Louise Gambs, brother-in-law Michael (Katie) Eberle, nieces Mary Helen Hayes, infant niece Kathleen Eberle, nephew Michael Eberle and infant grand-niece Emily Newman.

A private celebration of Jack’s life will be held for the family. Interment will occur at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.

Russell E. Elder
(December 15, 1921 - March 20, 2012)

Russell E. Elder, 90, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. He was born on December 15, 1921 to Carl and Lou Eva (Beck) Elder in Palestine, IL.

Russell retired in 1969 after 20 years as a tool & die maker for the Naval Avionics Facility. He had previously worked for Allison Transmission; had worked in the Safety Patrol Division at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for 37 years; and also had been a photographer for Speed Sport News for 30 years. He was World War II infantry veteran, where he was awarded a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart after being wounded in battle during the Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of the F&AM Masonic Lodge No. 715 Englewood in Indianapolis and Sahara Grotto; Noblesville American Legion Post #45; Noblesville VFW; the Old Timers Club; and had been the Grand Marshall of the VFW Loyalty Day parade in 2009.

He is survived by two daughters: Linda Lee Elder (Lewis) McQueen of New Palestine, and Terry Jeanne Elder (Tom Bannon) Yount of Noblesville; four grandchildren: Rebecca Lynne Roberts Hines, Carrie Jane Roberts Simmons, Mark Andrew Roberts, and Melissa Lee McQueen Borum; eight great-grandchildren; plus his pet Shih Tzu, "Buddy".

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Waneta Cornett Elder on March 1, 2011.

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville, with Chaplain Derek Hansen officiating. Visitation will be Friday, March 23, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society for Hamilton County, 1721 Pleasant Street, Suite B, Noblesville, IN 46060.

Gloria H. Betlem
(April 24, 1922 - March 20, 2012)

Gloria H. Betlem, 89, of Westfield, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at Maple Park Village in Westfield. She was born on April 24, 1922 to George and Laura (Zulauf) Steiger in Rochester, New York.

Gloria spent her life working as a homemaker. She was a member of Carmel United Methodist Church.

She is survived by daughter, Caryn (Glenn) Taulbee; son, Mark (Jo) Betlem; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Anton J. Betlem.

Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at Carmel United Methodist Church, 621 South Range Line Road, in Carmel, with Rev. Greg McGarvey officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson Awareness Association of Central Indiana, 4755 Kingsway Drive, Suite #333, Indianapolis, IN 46205; or Carmel United Methodist Church, 621 South Range Line Road, Carmel, IN 46032.

Philip R. Katterhenry
(March 8, 1948 - February 23, 2012)

Philip R. Katterhenry, 63, of Fishers, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2012. He was born on March 8, 1948 to Glenn and Grace Katterhenry in Huntingburg, Indiana.

Philip was the Director of Facilities for Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance Company. He was a graduate of the University of Evansville and a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. He was also a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Professional affiliations include BOMA and IFMA.

He is survived by wife, Deborah Katterhenry; son, Bryan Katterhenry; step-daughter, Amanda (Jim) Banks; step-son, Douglas Izsak; father, Glenn Katterhenry; sister, Carol (Mike) Dooley; brother, Don (Sandi) Katterhenry; sister, Debra (Perry) Ward; and grandchildren, Lillian & Elizabeth Banks. He was preceded in death by mother, Grace.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers. Services will be at 11:00 am on Monday, February 27, 2012, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Garden in Indianapolis.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.

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