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G. Lindsey Obituary

Dr. G. Dean Lindsey, DVM

80, of Carmel, passed from this life July 26, 2013. He was born September 25, 1932 in Urbana, MO to the late Frost and Elsie Howard Lindsey.

Dean graduated from Urbana (MO) High School, and farmed for one year. He enrolled at the University of Missouri, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. He was a member of Alpha Gamma Sigma Fraternity.

Dr. Lindsey married the love of his life, Ruth A. Alexander, September 27, 1958.

Dr. Lindsey served two years with the Commissioned Corps of the U. S. Public Health Service Center for Disease Control. He also spent 30 years working for Elanco Animal Health, a Division of Eli Lilly & Co., retiring in 1993.

Dr. Lindsey served as President of what is now known as the American Association of Public and Corporate Veterinarians and was named Industrial Veterinarian of the Year. He was Founder and Charter President of the Indianapolis Interfaith Hospitality Network/Family Promise, which provides hospitality to homeless families in cooperation with approximately 30 Indianapolis congregations. A member of the Broad Ripple Sertoma Club, he served as President one year, was named Sertoman of the Year, and was granted the "Service to Mankind" Award. He also served as President of the Carmel-Clay Educational Foundation. Dr. Lindsey was very active at Carmel United Methodist Church for 47 years, serving in a number of leadership roles. In addition, he was a participating member of the Indianapolis Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

Visitation will be Wednesday, July 31, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Carmel United Methodist Church, 621 S. Range Line Road. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 1, at 10:30 a.m. at the church with Rev. Greg McGarvey and Rev. Jack King officiating.

Dean is survived by his loving wife of nearly 55 years, Ruth A. Lindsey; devoted children, Neal Dean Lindsey and Leah Ruth Cannon, husband Jeffrey; three grandchildren, Colton Jeffrey, Dean William, and Declan James Cannon; a sister, Irma F. Camp; and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Howard F. and Henry W. Lindsey; and two sisters, Mary E. Armstrong and Mildred L. Davidson, preceded Dean in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Interfaith Hospitality Network; Carmel United Methodist Church; NAMI Indianapolis; or Broad Ripple Sertoma Club.

Final care and arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel , 9900 Allisonville Road. http://www.shirleybrothers.com

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Jul. 30, 2013.
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Ruth,

You will be on our minds and in our prayers.

He was one very special person and will be sadly missed.

Much love to you and your family.

Fran and Dick

August 22, 2013

Dear Ruth and Family,

We were so very sorry to hear about Dean, Donald and I always enjoyed seeing you both at Island Echoes in January & February. Bless you family in this time of sorrow, you are in our prayers also. May the Lord hold you close in the days and weeks to come and may you be blessed know you are in the thoughts of so many.

Love, Don & Judy Erickson

Judy Erickson

August 2, 2013

Dear Ruth and family

I was so sadden to hear of Dean death. I know you have a deep faith base, family and friends. You will always have those great time and the foundation you built together. You have an another angel to watch over you and your family. Our sympathies to you and family.
Love and hugs
Linda, Kelsey and Colton Stephens

August 2, 2013

Dear Leah,

Peggy and I are so sorry for your loss. Sounds like your dad was a terrific guy.

Warm regards,

Ron and Peggy Nierzwicki

Ron Nierzwicki

August 1, 2013

Dear Ruth and family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray the many fond memories you all have of Dean will bring you some comfort in the days ahead. We certainly treasured him at MU and in the College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources.

Sincerely,
Darcy Wells

Darcy Wells

July 31, 2013

Uncle Dean will be greatly missed. From my earliest childhood memories my parents and other aunts and uncles portrayed to me a deep love and respect for the man he was. Having the opportunity to visit with him or speak to him was always special. Mike, Lindsey and I send our love to Ruth, Leah and Neil along with our prayers for God's peace for each of you.

Diane Rowe

July 31, 2013

Always enjoyed conversing with Dr. Lindsey when he came into the office. My sympathies to all the family. Constance Walden

July 30, 2013

Both Savas and I were very shocked and saddened to hear that Dean had died. We extend our deepest sympathy to you Ruth. We will pray for your family.

Rose Mary & Savas Mallos

July 30, 2013

Ruth....I'm sorry to hear of the loss and offer my condolences to you and your family. Dean was a friend and mentor to me during my time with the IHN Board. He will be missed.

Gary Ahrendt

July 30, 2013

Ruth & family,
In memory of a wonderful person who will be missed by so many. Dean was loved, respected, and admired as a friend and as a leader.
Our best to your family in your loss.
Ken & Mary Ann Green

Ken/Mary Ann Green

July 30, 2013

Ruth, I'm so very sorry to hear about Dean. He was always one of my favorite people and we will miss him at Island Echos. My sincere condolences go to you and your family. Love, Angela

Angela Parkhurst

July 30, 2013

Uncle Dean will be so missed by all his nieces and nephew's. He was a family communicator, his frequent although brief calls were a great family information source. Ray and I wish to tell you how special he was to us and how much we were strengthened in our family relations by his presence in our lives. Ruth, Leah, and Neil we love you and pray for you all God's strength and comfort. Love Cheryl and Ray Hindman.

Cheryl Hindman

July 30, 2013

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