Flora Lee Burnside

Flora Lee Burnside, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 76. Born on January 17, 1949, in Muhlenberg, Kentucky, Flora lived a life rich in love and joy, where family was her utmost priority.

Flora was a very strong woman of faith who had been saved and grounded her life in the love and promises of Jesus Christ. Her faith guided her through life’s challenges and joys, and she found comfort, purpose, and strength in her relationship with God. She carried that light with her and shared it freely with those around her, offering encouragement, prayer, and compassion to anyone in need.

Flora's spirit was reflected in her cherished moments spent on the front porch, where she enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. Her passion for crafts was evident in the creative projects she dedicated her time to with her dear cousin, Sheila. A devoted fan of the Hallmark Channel, she found joy in watching heartwarming stories unfold. Flora savor her daily ritual of black coffee and had a special fondness for Olive Garden, where she often gathered with family and friends. Her legacy lies in the memories made during these moments of laughter and love.

Flora is survived by her loving family, including her sister, Lois Mae (Tim) Smith, her brother, John (Jackie) Renfrow, her son, David (Katie) Potts; granddaughters, Devin (Marco) Wilcher and Riley Potts; and her great-grandchildren, Zoey, Ameyah, Cohen, and Keaton. They will forever hold her dear in their hearts, finding comfort in the timeless memories they created together.

Flora is preceded in death by her parents, James D. Gary and Rosie B. Penrose - Renfrow; brother, Doris Lee Leslie, and her sisters, Norma Jean Romans and Betty Jo McKinney, who were important figures in her life, shaping her into the person remembered so fondly today.

A visitation will be held on October 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Indiana Funeral Care - Greenwood Chapel, located at 2433 E. Main St., Greenwood, IN 46143. This will be followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM and a graveside service at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, 734 N Morgantown Rd., Greenwood, IN 46142, concluding at 2:30 PM. Flora's family invites all who knew and loved her to join them in celebrating her vibrant life.