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Steve Vendel
61, of Fortville, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2012. He was born February 24, 1950 to the late Herman and Marie (Jermark) Vendel in Bryan, TX. He graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1967 and Ball State University. Mr. Vendel was a realtor, owning and operating Steve Vendel Realtors for over 35 years and was a member of the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors. He was an avid golfer and a life member of Idlewold Golf Club in Pendleton. He sponsored a team in the Mt. Vernon Youth Baseball League for over 35 years as well. Steve loved wintering in the Florida Keys and was an unofficial ambassador of Fortville there. Steve is survived by wife Vicky (Hunt) Vendel, whom he married on August 7, 1995; step-sons Jeff Davis of Fishers and Greg Davis of Indianapolis; brothers Lawrence (Suzanne) Vendel of Ft. Myers, FL and Robert (Mollie) Vendel of Ingalls; niece Tailer Vendel of Anderson; and three step-nieces.
Friends may call on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 from 4 to 8 pm at Seals Funeral Home, Fortville. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 11:00 am at the funeral home, with calling there from 10 am. Burial will follow at Gravel Lawn Cemetery, Fortville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Larry Stipe/ALS Fund, c/o Professional Police Officers Credit Union, 1502 E. Washington St., Indpls., IN 46201, or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be shared at http://www.sealsfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Vendel
January 8, 2012
Vicky and the Vendel family-Please accept my condolences for your untimely loss. I pray that you will receive comfort and strength through this difficult time. Sincerely, Marcia Brinkley Clarke (Port St. Lucie, FL)
Jerry Ferrell
January 5, 2012
My deepest regrets for your loss Vicki. I have many happy memories of Steve during out high school years.
Richard Moore
January 5, 2012
To the Vendel family, please accept my deepest synpathy.
Phyllis Long Galloway
January 5, 2012
Vicky I'm sorry to hear of your loss. May God watch over you through the years. I hope you have many wonderful memories to live with.
David & Reba Weir
January 4, 2012
Steve will be missed very much by all of Fortville.
January 4, 2012
Vicky - I was saddened to learn of Steve's passing. May your many fond memories together help you through this difficult time. Midonna Downing Baker (Fortville, IN)
Terry Lawhead Kelly
January 4, 2012
Steve and I were 2 of the first employees hired at the Daily Queen in Fortville. Fun times for sure. Steve and the "grape" were well known in town. You'll be missed by many.
Marilyn & John Eckel Jr
January 4, 2012
So sorry for your loss
James Thomas
January 4, 2012
Steve will surely be missed by a lot of his friends, and his wife Vicki. My prayers are reaching out to the entire Vendal family, God Bless all of you.
Susie Burford/Chacon
January 4, 2012
So very sorry to hear about Steve. It's been years, but I remember him as a spunky, funny kid.
Ruth Nickolich
January 4, 2012
Vicky,
Ed and I are very sad about Steve. My prayers are with you today.
Ruth and Ed
George Teepe
January 3, 2012
Went to school with Steve, worked with him at Kemberly Chevrolet back in the day. Shocked and saddened by this,, so sorry for the whole family. Our prayers and condolences go out to you at this time. George and Danielle Teepe.
Lynn Shaw
January 3, 2012
My love to you all. I just can't believe he's gone. Thank you Steve for all of the wonderful memories.
Steve Berg
January 3, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your great loss Vicky. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. Steve and Penny Berg
Bob Kelly
January 3, 2012
Although we have not stayed close, I have many fond memories of our youth. My deepest sympathy to family and brothers Bob and Larry.
Robert (Bob) Kelly
Debbie Rafert Smith
January 3, 2012
Vicky,
My friend, I'm so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you!
Sue Ferrell
January 3, 2012
God sometimes allows things to happen so those left will realize we need him to get us through. Praying for healing for those left behind.
January 3, 2012
We wish to send our deepest and sincere thoughts to the family . We have known you for years. Remember the great times, they will help thru the bad times. Bless you all.
Ken and Betty Wiley
January 3, 2012
Ron and I give our deepest Sympathy to Vicky, Larry, Bob, and family. We are SO sorry for your loss. Steve was quite a man. He was so Kind, and just one of the "Good: guys. He will sure be missed be so many. He loved telling stories with his great wit, and we all enjoyed hearing his stories. Bless you Steve
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