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Alice A. Terrell

1920 - 2018

Alice A. Terrell obituary, 1920-2018, Kentland, IN

BORN

1920

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home - Kentland

214 East Washington

Kentland, Indiana

Alice Terrell Obituary

Alice A. (Abbott) Terrell, 98, of Kentland passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018. She was born July 6, 1920, in Yates Center, Kansas, to the late Carl and Eva (Darst) Abbott. She was a 1938 Graduate of Yates Center High School of Kansas.

She married Mervin "Bill" A. Terrell on February 8, 1943, in Yates Center, Kansas; Bill passed away September 20, 2018.

Alice had lived in Kentland since 1950 and was a parishioner of Trinity United Methodist Church in Kentland.

Through the years, Alice was a dedicated journaler who chronicled goings-on in her life and her family's life for decades. She also enjoyed tending to her flowers in the garden, attending oil painting classes, Women's Club at the Methodist Church, card clubs including Euchrerama, reading, and spending time with family, friends, and her grandchildren.

Surviving are her 4 children, Dr. Dale (wife: Jacqueline) Terrell of St. Louis, MO, Dr. Frank (wife: Dr. Kay Boyd) Terrell of Kentland, Richard C. Terrell of Kentland, and Pam (husband: Steve) Hartman of West Lafayette. Alice is also survived by her 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death along with her parents and husband are siblings, Clifford Abbott, Alma Abbott, and Barbara Stockebrand.

Friends may call from 11 AM (CST) until the time of Funeral Service 1 PM (CST) Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Rev. Jack Hartman of West Lafayette to officiate. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery of Kentland.

Memorial contributions may be made in Alice's name to CDC Resources, Trinity United Methodist Church of Kentland or a charity of your choice.

Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.

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

Published by Newton County Enterprise on Oct. 15, 2018.

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October 18, 2018

I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences to the family and friends. May you find peace and comfort in the biblical words of 2Thessalonians 2:16,17 ...God our Father [...] comforts your hearts. I hope that these words help you during these difficult times.

Charlene Rieches

October 17, 2018

I was so sorry to hear of Alices passing, but she is with Bill and in a much better place. But it doesnt make the goodbye any easier. I am not able to attend her visitation nor her service but know she and all of you are in my prayers.

Nancy Hittle

October 17, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of your parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 15, 2018

In memory and celebration of Alice and her long life. Her contribution that she made to those around her.Alway loved seeing her and visited with Alice.She always seemed like a pleasant soul.We will be thinking of you all with LOVE

Kathryn Cox

October 15, 2018

My memories of Aunt Alice include delicious food, especially her cookies, and her caring for people. She always had something friendly to say. My thoughts are with all the family. Kathryn

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Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home - Kentland

214 East Washington, Kentland, IN 47951

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Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home - Kentland

214 East Washington, Kentland, IN 47951

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