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Harold P. Sampson
(November 19, 1931 - April 15, 2012)

Harold "Sam" P. Sampson, 80, of Tipton, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Tipton Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 19, 1931 to Nolan and Clara (Hendricks) Sampson in Fulton, MO.

Sam was a member of the Carpenters Union, and retired after 45 years as a Union carpenter. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church in Tipton, and a past member of St. Mildred Church in Somerset, KY.

He is survived by his wife, Beedie (Bear) Sampson, of 56 years of marriage; three sons, Mike (Mary) Sampson, Greg (Mindy) Sampson, Steve (Christy) Sampson; widow of Ray Sampson, Chris (Jim) Robey; brother, Curtis Sampson of Mexico, MO; 10 grandchildren, Paul (Ashley) Sampson, Dan Sampson, Jon Sampson, Charlene (Kyle) Powell, Beth (Markus) Sneed, Dawn (David) Delelio, Nolan (Jessica) Sampson, Kristen (Kevin) Sheley, A.J.(Hailee) Sampson, Adam Sampson; nine great-grandchildren, Taylor & Andrew Delelio, Brock Sampson, Bailey & Brandon Sampson, Nate & Alli Powell, Raymond C. Sampson and Bryan Sampson; and several nieces & nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Ray Sampson; four sisters; and two brothers.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 am, on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at St. Johns Catholic Church, 340 Mill Street in Tipton with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service. Rev. Leroy Kinnaman will officiate. Burial with full military rites will be at St. John's Cemetery in Tipton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tipton County Mustard Seed, PO Box 104, Tipton, IN 46072; or St. Mildred Church Bereavement Fund, 203 South Central Avenue, Somerset, KY 42501-2109; or your favorite charity.

William F. 'Fred' Johnson
(Died April 15, 2012)

William Fredrick "Fred" Johnson, 68, of Fishers, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on August 8, 1943 to Kenneth and Velma (Miller) Johnson in Marion, Indiana.

Fred worked in Personnel and Labor Relations for Ford Motor Company for more than 30 years, retiring in 1997. Prior to that, he was employed by the FBI for two years. He served in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was a member of Holy Family Episcopal Church in Fishers.

He is survived by spouse, Evelyn (Horst) Johnson; daughter, Lori (Tim) Gordon; son, Jeff Johnson; step-daughter, Kelly Vrazel-Gaskins; grandchildren, Bailey and Jackson Gordon, Nathan and Charles Johnson, and Cole and Jade Gaskins.

Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at Holy Family Episcopal Church, 11445 Fishers Pointe Blvd., Fishers, Indiana, with the Reverend Michael Galvin officiating. Visitation will be Friday, April 20, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Randall Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road in Fishers. Entombment will be in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Indianapolis.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, Greater Midwest Affiliate, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 -or- the donor's favorite animal welfare or wildlife charity.

Mary H. Waters
(July 19, 1919 - April 16, 2012)

Mary H. Waters, 92, of Noblesville, IN passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. She was born on July 19, 1919 to Jeff and Gertrude (Gordon) Holley in Pliny, West Virginia.

Mary was a loving mother and Pastor's wife. She was a 1937 graduate of Buffalo (WV) High School. She began nurses training in 1940 and graduated with her nursing degree in 1943. As an RN, she enjoyed working in many areas of her nursing profession. She and Rev. Thomas E. Waters were married on September 10, 1946 in Texas. Her husband preceded her in death in 1998.

She is survived by son, Tom (Karen) Waters of Ohio; daughter, Kate (Greg) Longfellow of California; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Rev. Thomas E. Waters.

Private family services will be held at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home in Fishers, IN. Burial will be at Earlham Cemetery in Richmond, IN.

Frank Harp, Jr.
(May 3, 1945 - April 16, 2012)

Frank Harp Jr., 66, of Noblesville lost his battle with cancer on Monday, April 16, 2012. He was born on May 3, 1945 to Frank and Ada (Aubrey) Harp in Louisville, KY. His father precedes him in death.

After graduating from high school and completing some college courses, Frank joined the Army and completed a 15-month tour in Vietnam. Beginning in 1972, Frank spent his career managing, owning and operating Waffle House restaurants. In that same year, he married the love of his life, Linda. They would be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary this September.

Frank was a member of the Lebanon American Legion and the Lebanon VFW. He enjoyed cooking on the grill for friends and family, and was especially proud of his grandchildren. He loved going to the casino and was an avid fisherman, NASCAR and sports fan, with a true passion for following IU basketball. If there were any ballgames to be watched on the weekend, you could be sure to find him and his son, Scott, glued to the TV. He loved his family and friends dearly, and was only a phone call away if you needed him. He would give of himself to make sure others were always taken care of.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; his mother, Ada; two children & two step-children, Scott Harp, Michelle (Tim McCombs) Hicks, Greg (Heidi) Marley, and Julie Marley; granddaughters, Mallory & Adrianna Hicks, Hadley Brooks, Emma & Elise McCombs; mother-in-law, Mary; two sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; two nieces; one uncle; and several cousins.

Services will be held at 5:00PM on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 2:00PM prior to the service. Denny McCombs will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hamilton County Chapter.

Mary Ann Pappas
(January 12, 1939 - April 17, 2012)

Mary Ann Pappas, 73, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Clare Bridge of Carmel. She was born on January 12, 1939 to Elmer and Lona (Boehmer) Hammond in Houston, Texas.

Mary Ann worked in the life insurance industry as a secretary for many years and was the leader of her daughter's Girl Scout Troop. She loved to sew dolls, stuffed rabbits, and reindeer. Mary Ann loved to play games and was an avid and excellent euchre player. She also loved going to the beach to pick up shells. Mary Ann was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church since 1972.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, George Pappas; daughter, Kathy (Scott) Troiano; grandchildren, Nick and Katie Troiano; two cousins, Will Frauenholz and Clark Hammond; and two very close friends, Patty (Hibbert) Murphy, Sue (Willis) Petermen. Patty and Sue have been Mary Ann's friends since the first day of high school. They were all part of the first graduating class of Scecina Memorial High School. She was also survived by her dog, Georgio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved cousin, Leona Frauenholz.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 9900 E 191st Street, Noblesville on Friday, April 20 at 10:00am with one hour of visitation prior to the service, with Rev. Tom Metzger officiating. Visitation will be at Randall and Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, Noblesville from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Thursday, April 19 with Rosary service starting at 7:30pm. Burial will be at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46240.

Mary Elizabeth 'Betty' (Dreher) Ford
January 2, 1919 - April 17, 2012

Mary Elizabeth 'Betty' (Dreher) Ford, 93, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on January 2, 1919 to Earl and Dersie (Fisher) Dreher in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Betty logged 22, 442 hours during her 42 years at Riverview Hospital working in the gift shop, which is the most hours of any Riverview volunteer. She was a member of First Christian Church in Noblesville, where she volunteered in the office; and was a member of the Riverview Auxiliary. She had also been a Girl Scout leader and Sunday School teacher; and was the Grand Marshall of the 2004 4th of July parade in Noblesville.

She is survived by daughter, Sandra (Gale) Kibbe; sister-in-law, Betty Dreher; nephews, Dennis McEntire, Michael Dreher & Russell Dreher; nieces, Sharon Craig, Anne West & Linda Leapley; two great-nieces; five great-nephews; and several great-great-nieces & nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Thurall W Ford who died in 2000, after 59 years of marriage; two sisters, Virginia Craig & Hester House; and brother, Mickey Dreher.

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 20, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, in Noblesville, with Pastor John Davis officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church of Noblesville, 16377 Herriman Blvd, Noblesville, IN 46060.

Carol A. Brush
(September 14, 1943 - April 21, 2012)

Carol A. Brush, 68, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born September 14, 1943 to Arthur J. and Avis Louise (Kingman) Ouellette in Newport, Rhode Island.

Carol is survived by husband, Mancil G. Brush, daughter, Kimberly (Doug) Carson, daughter, Stephanie Lynn Brush, daughter, Cathleen Robin (Arturo) Quezada, brother, Arthur Ouellette, sister, Joyce Williams, sister, June Williams, six grandchildren, Robyn Elise Brush, Genevieve L. Brush, Nathan T. Hullinger, Lauren Ashley Hullinger, Alexandra Carson, Anya Caitlynn Quezada, and Brayden Quezada is soon expected.

A private family memorial service will be held at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home. Rev. Stanley R. Sutton officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hamilton County Humane Society.

Gene W. Graham
(Died April 25, 2012)

Gene W. Graham, 88, of Noblesville, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on December 9, 1923 to Ira and Rose (Phillips) Graham in Converse, Indiana.

Gene had worked for Delco-Remy and the Cuneo Press-World Color in Kokomo for 30 years; and he was a member of the Methodist church.

He is survived by wife, Betty (Dyer) Graham of Noblesville; son, John (Linda) Graham of Zionsville; daughter, Pam (Bill) Taylor of Noblesville; brother, Elwin Graham of Marion; sister, Marilyn (Glenn) Holt of Kokomo; three grandchildren, Jenny (Jim) Flueckiger, Christine (Tom) Jarrett and Sarah Taylor; and three great-grandchildren, Austin & Andrew Jarrett and Kayla Flueckiger.

Services will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 11:00 am immediately prior to the service. Pastor Eric Bobbitt will officiate. Burial will be at Hamilton Memorial Park Cemetery in Westfield.

Frances W. Dodd
(July 30, 1916 - April 25, 2012)

Frances Dodd, 95, of Anderson, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Monticello House in Anderson. She was born on July 30, 1916 to Frank and Helen (Meals) Rader in New Augusta, Indiana.

Frances had worked in the accounting department at Eli Lilly for 35 years, and worked for Standard Grocery for 25 years.

She is survived by son, Roland Dodd JR. (Tracie) Dodd of Anderson; grandson, Colton Dodd; brother, Edward (Dorothy) Rader; sisters, Mildred Erney and Mary (Ralph) Erney; and brother, Lowell (Lisa) Rader.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Dodd; mother, Helen Rader; dad, Frank Rader; brother, John Rader; and sister, Joyce Parr-Mason.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, in Fishers, with visitation beginning at 12:00 pm immediately prior to the service. Rev. Stanley R Sutton will officiate. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240

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