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Opal Caudill Obituary
She was born November 14, 1920, in Wayland, Kentucky, to the late Charles and Myrtle (Parsley) Blankenship. She worked as a homemaker and was a seamstress to over 200 people in her 80-plus years of sewing. She was a member of Three Rivers Wesleyan Church. Through city churches she was very involved in making denim quilts for homeless veterans at the Shepherd's House, making backpacks for kids through Hope Alive, and lap blankets for cancer patients.
Surviving are her children, Phillip R. (Janie) Caudill of Port Charlotte, Florida, Charles E. (Patricia) Caudill of Austin, Texas, Nancy C. (James) Freeman of Albion, Indiana, Brenda K. Jump of Fort Wayne and Deborah L. (Donald) Kennedy of Fort Wayne; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; brother Charles (Pauline) Blankenship of Charlotte, North Carolina; sister Avanelle (Pat, deceased) Quisenberry of Clothier, West Virginia; and sister-in-law, Maxine (Leon, deceased) Fitch.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Little Caudill; granddaughter Kimberly; brother George Paris Blankenship; and sisters Ethel Ramey and Ella Mae Wray.
Funeral service will be Monday, March 27, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Greenlawn Funeral Home, 6750 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be on Sunday, March 26, 2017, from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Northeast Indiana Honor Flight.
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Memories and Condolences
for Opal Caudill
Charles Blankenship
March 29, 2017
To my sister Opal's children and grandchildren,
Thank you for the beautiful video. Opal's kindness, good deeds, love for all people and love for God lets us know that all is well in her new home. We will all miss her terribly. Much love to you all.
Charles, Pauline, Connie and Terry
March 28, 2017
Our sincerest sympathies to all of you. You are in our prayers. Paul and Mike Funk
Ann Schlagenhauf
March 27, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Caudill family. Mrs. Caudill did sewing for my mother, Marjorie Schlagenhauf, who just loved visiting with her. She was a wonderful lady!
Sandy and Terry Bilger
March 27, 2017
So sorry to see this....and that we are out of state. Paying our respects to the family with prayers and positive thoughts. She was a wonderful neighbor for the past 38 years. Will miss her.
Sandy Orr
March 27, 2017
My sincere condolences to all the Caudill family. Hugs and prayers to you all. Rip in peace Opal.
Kathy Hall
March 25, 2017
Kale, my sincerest prayers are with you and your family at this time. So sorry for your loss.
Mary Beth Tackett
March 25, 2017
Opal was a wonderful lady and was always so good to my parents and
family. She was a tremendous cook and an all around outgoing person.
We all loved her and she will be sadly missed. Love and blessings to
all her family.
Mary Beth Blankenship-Tackett
South Chrleston, OH
Arlie Wilson
March 25, 2017
Brenda, please accept my deepest condolences. I hope that you are comforted knowing that she indeed is in no more pain. My prayers are with you and your family.
Judy Bauman
March 25, 2017
Opal was a most beautiful and special lady. I will remember her always. She was such a faithful and important part of Northside Missionary Dorcas Society. She was always so positive and upbeat. She brought joy to those lives that she touched. Her dedication and work ethic was unbeatable. Missing you!
Aimee Jump
March 25, 2017
I have a whole lifetime of fond memories of you. I am grateful for all the time we spent together and those memories of you will always will be special to me. You were my best friend and will always be in my heart. Love, Aimee
Keith & Jenny McComb
March 24, 2017
She made her sewing talents such a blessing to many people. Sorry for your family's loss.
Dave and Sue Quisenberry
March 24, 2017
We loved Aunt Opal and will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
dan and marti combs
March 24, 2017
awe so sorry for all of your loss thinking of you all prayers the Combs
Jeff Jump
March 24, 2017
You will be missed by so many people. You were loved by all. You shared so much love with your family and it gave us great memories for a lifetime.
Dan Harris
March 24, 2017
Your legacy will live on and on by what you have done Opal. May God's Blessing be with your family.
Brenda West
March 24, 2017
Opal, your smile tells a story of Love. The Love so many people had for you and the Love you always gave to them. Of course you always had an orany side which you made it so much fun to be around you. We all have a story to tell about Opal. God Bless your family during this special time.
Maxine Hoover
March 24, 2017
Sorry for your loss KALE ,My heart goes out to you and your Family at this time , so enjoyed her company , a true Beauty ,Beautiful Sole , and a lady , she will be missed , I missed your Name , she sure raised you right. couldn't ask for a kinder caring guy as you I'm here if you need anything ,
Farrell, Maxine, Tony, Jennifer ,Matt, Shawn ,Logan and Delaney
Margo Anderson
March 24, 2017
BJ my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Best describes you...at the sewing machine.
Brenda Jump
March 24, 2017
I don't cry for your loss Mom, I cry for mine...I know you're at rest and pain-free. Love ya mom, Brenda
March 24, 2017
Sorry for your loss
Debi Kennedy
March 23, 2017
I hear the angels singing as they welcome you home, much love to you...give dad a hug from me!
March 23, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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