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Myrtle Perkins
85, of Speedway, passed away Nov. 17, 2012. She was born in Indianapolis on April 4, 1927 to Lawrence and LaNora (Giddens) Lee. Myrtle graduated from Howe High School in 1945. She was active in Girl Scouts and was a pack leader in Cub Scouts. She was a talented seamstress and enjoyed embroidery, needle point and crochet, making frequent gifts for family and friends. She was also active in gardening and travel. Myrtle was a longtime member of Fairfax Christian Church and of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Charles and Lawrence, Jr.
Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Robert and a son, Frank (Vicki) and several close nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 in Flanner and Buchanan - Floral Park , 425 N. Holt Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46222. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Floral Park Cemetery.
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Laura Bade Limbach
November 21, 2012
Marcia, Susie, and families,
I was so sorry to hear of your Aunt's passing. I used to enjoy hearing Marcia talk about "Auntie Myrt". She was also a member of our church for so many years. May your cherished memories of her help you through this difficult time.
Patricia (Patti) Stafford. Sueberkrop
November 19, 2012
Myrtle was a positve influence when I was a kid living next door on Thrush Dr. Sad I was thinking about her an hour before I got the message that she had passed.
Benjy Maskivish
November 19, 2012
Your mom was a great person.You guys are always in my thoughts. Friends for life. Benjy.
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