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Earlene Dempsey Obituary
Boonville, Ind.
Earlene Dempsey, 80, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Evansville, Ind.
Earlene was a member of Bethabara General Baptist Church in Folsomville, Ind.
She worked for years at Bracher's Grocery.
Earlene enjoyed visiting and caring for people. She was very devoted to her church and a devoted minister's wife.
Earlene was preceded in death by her son, Leland R. Dempsey in 1990; and her husband, Rev. Amon L. Dempsey in 2004.
Surviving are her children, Randy Dempsey, and his wife Barb, Jackie Staats, and her husband Ivan; a special nephew, Steve (Nancy) Dempsey; five grandchildren, Aimee (Dave) Johnson, Jim (Kim) Dempsey, Jamie (Josh) Ellard, Josh Staats, and Joe Staats; six great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kendall, Clay, Jakob, Katie, and Sidney; two sisters, Gloria Maglinger and Carolyn Stepro; several nieces and nephews; and her church family.
Funeral service 10 a.m. Wed. May 16 at Koehler Funeral Home-Boonville Chapel, with Rev. William Carlisle and Rev. Scott Westerman officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 a.m. until service time, at Koehler Funeral Home-Boonville Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Earlene may be made to the Bread of Life Ministry or American Cancer Society or Bethabara General Baptist Church.
Condolences and any special remembrance may be made online at www.koehlerfuneralhome.com.
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Karen Hughes
May 24, 2012
At this sad time, may you find comfort in memories shared, may knowing that you're in the thoughts and prayers of friends and family lessen your grief, and may God grant you peace. I hope the following brings you comfort.
A LETTER FROM HEAVEN...by Ruth Ann Mahaffey
To my dearest family, some things Id like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you”. Its good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on. I need you here so badly, you are part of my plan. There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and Id like it for you too; that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and pain; Then you can say to God at night....my day was not in vain. And now I am contented... that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Deepest Sympathy to the family.
May 23, 2012
She was a special light in my day, I enjoyed visiting with her when bringing her lunches to her. My prayers are with the family.
Jennifer
Chris and Della Kemp
May 15, 2012
A wonderful christian woman.Though I did not know Earlene for very long, I saw quickly what a blessing she truly was. God Bless all of you, her family, and I pray that the lord has given you peace in your hearts, knowing that Earlene is safe in the arms of God now.
Ronda Roberts Wade
May 15, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. I have known your parents along time and your mom will be greatly missed. Prayers for comfort are with you and your family.
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