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Lynn Sterrett Obituary
Lynn Leroy Sterrett of Safety Harbor, FL, died May 18, 2016 at his home. He lived in Lafayette before moving to Florida.
Born January 2, 1941 in Tippecanoe County, he was the son of Chester and Opal (Martin) Sterrett, both deceased.
He married Sharon Ann Biggs on July 1, 1961, in Lafayette, Indiana, and she survives.
Lynn farmed for 35 years in Tippecanoe County and drove a county school bus for 10 years while farming. After farming he worked at Lowe's for eight years.
He was actively involved in the Lafayette First Church of God for many years and most recently attended North Bay Community Church in Florida.
Lynn enjoyed being involved in the Battle Ground Steam and Power Show and camping with his family He liked antiques and watched a variety of sports. He was a fun-loving person who enjoyed being around people. Lynn also enjoyed watching dolphins in the beautiful waters of Florida.
Surviving with his wife are a son Michael (wife Patty), Greeneville, TN, a daughter Amy Pate (husband Eugene) Safety Harbor, FL, and a son Steven in heaven. They have six grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He has five siblings Robert (deceased), Lori Anderson-Lafayette, Cass (deceased) Fred (Janet)-Lafayette, and Finetta Edgell (Greg)-South Carolina.
Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm, Monday, May 23, 2016 at Hippensteel Funeral Home (822 North 9th Street, Lafayette, Indiana). Funeral Services will follow on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at 10 am at the funeral home with Rev. James Fox officiating. Interment will be in Pretty Prairie Cemetery in Battle Ground, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Jill Molter-Baumis
May 23, 2016
As a friend of Lynn's daughter Amy in high school, I spent lots of time at their house. I always felt at home there and enjoyed Lynn's great sense of humor. He could always make me laugh. My deepest sympathies to the Sterrett family.
Tom & Joann Gregory
May 22, 2016
Sharon very sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. we enjoyed talking to him at church. good man, he will be missed.
Jeff Heiliger
May 22, 2016
Lynn was my boss at Lowe's a long time ago. He was great. He worked hard and expected the same. I still remember him telling me how he lost his finger and I still cringe thinking about it. I'm glad I worked for him and had the pleasure to know him. Deepest sympathy to his friends and family.
Michael Shade
May 22, 2016
Mr. Sterrett was a caring man, the one thing I remember most is him risking his own life twice to save a man from the blizzard of 78. He went out a second time and drug a man a good 75lbs heavier than him through drifts and deep snow to his house and saved the mans life.
Jerry Pendletkon
May 22, 2016
Fred and Janet,
Sorry to hear about the passing of Fred's brother.
You have our sympathy and prayers,
Thinking of you both,
Jerry and Carol
marcia wilson
May 22, 2016
Sharon & Family, deepest condolences to all.
The Battle Ground community lost another
good man.
We will miss you Lynn.
Larry & Marty Biggs
May 22, 2016
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
May 22, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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