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Carl Dykema Obituary
91, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. He leaves his wife of 71 years, Muriel Muzzy Dykema; his three children, Carl Frederick (Skip) Dykema, Karen D. Jones, and Peter Drake Dykema. He also leaves seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Carl was born in 1925 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the son of Tunis Jacob Dykema and Marguerite Cappel Dykema. He was one of seven children with three sisters and three brothers. He graduated from Schenley High School in 1943 and was the Senior Class President.
Following high school, Carl enlisted in the Navy where he became an avid pilot, learning to fly on aircraft carriers. He graduated from the Sheffield School of Engineering at Yale University in 1947.
Carl married Ruth Muriel Muzzy in 1948 in East Elmhurst, New York. Carl worked in the Sales Department for General Electric. Carl and Muriel lived in New Jersey, Massachusetts and New York before moving to Indianapolis in 1954.
Carl's sales expertise coupled with his love of flying prompted him to start his own business. He eventually flew all over the country selling industrial components.
In 1969, Carl and Muriel became the proud owners of a farm in Zionsville. They spent the next 35 years in the Thoroughbred racing industry raising and racing their own bloodstock. This was a very rewarding and active time.
Carl oversaw all the training and racing while Muriel managed the day to day operations on the farm.
In addition to their love of horses, Carl and Muriel were passionate world travelers. In the 1990's they took many international trips to destinations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and South America.
Visitation and services for Carl will be on Tuesday January 24th, 2017 at Zionsville Fellowship Church, 9090 W Oak St, Zionsville, IN 46077. Visitation is from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Service is from 2:30 - 3:15 p.m.
Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in memory of Carl C. Dykema.
Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Joe Spate
January 24, 2017
Peter, so very sorry for the loss of your father. I wished I had an opportunity to know him based on his accomplishments, interests & birth place. Based on your character alone, it is easy to discern that your father was an incredible man.
My mother of 97 also just recently passed and was born and raised in Monongahela, PA located just South of Pittsburg.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Joe & Kris Spate from our Tucker office in Zionsville.
Sally Perkins
January 24, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
linda blessed
January 23, 2017
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. What wonderful memories I will always have, very special.
American Heart Association
January 22, 2017
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.
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