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Vera Hinshaw Obituary
Vera Tyner Hinshaw
88, a lifelong resident of Carmel passed away peacefully September 1, 2013 at the Forum under the loving care of St. Vincent Hospice. Born April 11,1925 in Nora, she was the daughter of Lora E. Tyner and Carrie L. Haverstick. Both parents were from Indiana pioneering families, some settling in Marion and Hamilton counties as early as the 1820s. She graduated from Carmel High School in 1942 and attended Butler University until she went to work at the Naval Ordnance Plant in Indianapolis. She wanted to be part of the WW II effort and was proud of her work helping make the top secret Norden bombsights. On July 29,1944 she married 2nd Lt. Charles Franklin Hinshaw of Carmel and they had four children.
In 1954 Vera was the first woman hired to work as a rural route mail carrier at the Carmel Post Office. After retiring in 1983, she wintered in Sarasota, Florida, enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She was well known for her beautiful flower gardens and loved giving friends and family starts from her plants. She was also well known for her determination. In 1998 she prevailed in Hinshaw vs AT&T, as the lead plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit protecting rightful property owners of abandoned railway easements from companies illegally laying fiber-optic lines without permission or compensation to the landowners. Her name is recorded in class action law and is now well known across the country.
She is survived by her four children, Les Hinshaw (Helen McLaughlin) of Cadillac, Michigan, Tom Hinshaw (Kathy Frontz) of Indianapolis, Jeff Hinshaw (Marilyn Zook) of Fowler, and daughter Judy Singleton (Jim) of Indianapolis, and 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
The Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, September 6th at 11 a.m. in Union Chapel Methodist Church, 2720 E. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240, where visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. until service time. Burial will take place in Union Chapel Cemetery immediately following the service. Memorial contributions can be sent in her honor to Union Chapel Methodist Church, where five generations of family have been members.
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Arrangements and care entrusted to Bussell and Bell Family Funerals, Carmel.
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Deborah "Dayton" Davis
October 17, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers to Vera Hinshaw's family. I met Vera through my father and he enjoyed her friendship until his recent passing.
Ruth Hungate
September 12, 2013
So sorry Dale, I was out of the state when you lost Vera...having just lost my husband, to the same illness, I understand...
My children were such a strength and we shared the grief,,,,somehow we survived and you will too...Life is still good...my thoughts are with you...Ruth
September 7, 2013
Thinking of all of you and remembering the good times our families had together.
With love and sympathy, Bonnie Gardinier
Jeff Woloshin
September 6, 2013
God Speed Vera Hinshaw, You are flying with the Angels and no longer suffering on Earth.
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Kitty Fenstermaker
September 5, 2013
Our condolences to the family, especially Jeff and Marilyn. Patrick smiled knowingly as I read the obit remembering the lawsuit. Beautiful remembrance of a beautiful woman.
Nels Ackerson
September 5, 2013
My condolences to Vera Hinshaw's family. Having met her first through Judy many years ago, Vera has been a friend and an inspiration. I was privileged to be her lawyer on behalf of landowners across the nation, where her name is recorded for history. Vera's sense of justice and her straight talk, determination and courage were matched by a quick smile and a ready wit. We are all better for knowing her. I will miss Vera.
Carolyn (Roth) Richardson
September 5, 2013
Judy, your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Childhood memories came flooding back when I heard the news of your Mom's passing. Her spirit and strength will now live through each of you and that is a special legacy.
vi Sharp
September 4, 2013
I remember good ties spent w/Vera while we were in real estate at Chapman Company in Carmel; as well as the good times in Hawaii
Mary Ingalls
September 4, 2013
Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. I sat across the table from your mom at the Alumni Dinner and truly enjoyed our visit. I also remember your mom, and my mom being Scout leaders in school. Fun memories !! Vera had great strength and grace and she lived her life to the fullest!
September 4, 2013
Vera Hinshaw's memory will be eternal as an exemplary woman of determination, brilliance, and generosity. I only met her twice as a a men-tee of her daughter, Judy Singleton, through the first Senator Lugar Leadership Series for women. With respect,
Liz Strickland
Caren Whitehouse
September 4, 2013
Please accept my sincere condolences on your mother's passing. You look so much like your beautiful mother! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Joan Hurley
September 4, 2013
So very sad to hear of your mother's passing Judy. Thoughts of seeing her at your home. She was young, glamorous and vibrant and full of life. Prayers for you and your family. Joan Hurley
Patti Quiring
September 4, 2013
Judy Singleton and I have been friends for years through our former Network of Women in Business connection. So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved mother today. My condolences to you/your family. God bless you and your family at this most difficult time.
Joanna Owens
September 4, 2013
Dear family of Vera Hinshaw I will miss Vera. She was a good friend and loved by many.
September 4, 2013
Dear Hinshaw Family:
I am so sorry to learn of Vera's passing. I have very fond memories of her. I am so glad you mentioned the AT&T case in her obituary. That is a part of her legacy and says so much about who she was. I know she will be missed.
Sincerely, Steve Pittman
Jana Christy Smith
September 4, 2013
Really enjoyed vacationing with her in Florida and seeing her at the Fish Fries. Will miss Her.
September 3, 2013
Dear Hinshaw Family:
Our staff is honored to have had the privilege of serving your family during the time of your loss.
Warmest Regards,
Donna
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