Search by Name

Search by Name

Delores Leeper Obituary

Delores M. Leeper, 93, of Shelbyville passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Willows of Shelbyville.

Born on August 11, 1932 in Lawrence, Indiana she was the daughter of Billie Davis and Dorothy (Wilson) Davis.

She married Robert Leeper on June 17, 1952 and he preceded her in death in 2012.

Survivors include 3 children- Becky Clements (Leo) of Morristown, Tim Leeper of Shelbyville, Carolyn Hood

(Brian) of Shelbyville; half sister Vicki Bingham (Max) of Danville; 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, brother Robert Davis and sister Betty Zang.

Delores had lived in this area for 60 years after previously moving from Indianapolis. She was a homemaker

and graduated from Lawrence Central High School. She worked for Cagney's for 20 plus years. Delores loved

her cats, dancing, and spending time with her friends and family.

Funeral services will be 5:00pm, Monday, October 6, 2025 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437

Amos Road. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Monday afternoon from 3:00pm

until the time of the service, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to Shelbyville/Shelby Co. Animal Shelter in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences can be shared at glennegeorge andson.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Shelbyville News on Oct. 1, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Delores Leeper

Sponsored by Glenn E. George and Son Funeral Home - Shelbyville.

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Delores Leeper's name

Memorial Events
for Delores Leeper

Oct

6

Service

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Delores Leeper Visitation at Glenn E. George and Son Funeral Home

437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176

Oct

6

Service

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Delores Leeper Funeral Service at Glenn E. George and Son Funeral Home

437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176

Funeral services provided by:

Glenn E. George and Son Funeral Home - Shelbyville

437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176

How to support Delores's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Delores Leeper's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more