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Billy Bales Obituary
Billy R. Bales, 75, formerly of Delphi, died Fri-May 30, 2014, at 8:21pm at IU Health Arnett Hospital-Laf. He had been a resident at Rose Walk Village for the past 3 yrs. He was born Dec. 24, 1938 in Lafayette, to the late Carl Bales & Isabelle L. Hann Wilson. He was a 1958 graduate of Battle Ground High School. He worked at TRW-Lafayette for 38 years as a machine operator, retiring from there. He was a former member of the Eagles & Moose Lodges-Laf., IOOF Lodge and VFW 9383 both in Delphi. He enjoyed fishing & hunting, bowling in a men's league, pitching horseshoe's, playing cards, and loved the Indianapolis Pacers. Billy was everyone's best friend, he never met a stranger. Surviving: daughter-Julie Wettschurack of Lafayette; sister-Carmelita & Ed Hawk of Delphi; brother: Duane & Doris Ann Johnson of Delphi; half brother-Michael A. "Tony" Bales of Bloomington; 2 grandchildren: Chellane Slaybaugh & Cory Wettschurack. Preceded in death by a daughter Janelle Bales. Services: Friends may call Tuesday from 10:30am until his funeral service at 11:30am at Abbott Funeral Home-Delphi. Burial at Battle Ground Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Rose Walk Village. Online condolences: [email protected]
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June 28, 2014
My brother, Bill. We always depended on each other, since I was a little girl, He was always there for me and me for him. I miss you so much, each day is empty when I think about you not being here, just to see or talk to. However, I know you are with mom and dad, most of all, Janell. God Bless, I love you so much. Until I see you again, your Sis. Keep your arms open as I will need that hug.
June 3, 2014
Many great memories came to my mind when thinking about you. I was a young child came out to visit with my Mom Cheryl. You took me around let me drive the tractor. Your dogs Suzy and Buddy. You were so funny and enjoyed every minute we had. Ryan Vienna
June 2, 2014
Carmelita
We are so sorry to hear about Billy's passing. Gay and I have thought of you often. We are keeping you and all of Billy's family in our prayers.
Pattie (Wall) McGinnis
BGHS 1961
June 1, 2014
There are no words that can express how I feel about you. I was so blessed to have you in my life. Such a special man. I will forever love you and care you in my heart forever. Cheryl
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Randie Veach
June 1, 2014
I loved spending time with Bill.He was such a sweet person. So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.
June 1, 2014
To all of Bill's family, we are sending our condolences. Marcia & John Wilson
Marie Dimmick
June 1, 2014
Carmen, So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that he is at peace now. With Much Sympathy!
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