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Carol Blake-Hinshaw Obituary
December 23, 1938 - August 23, 2024
Carol L. Blake-Hinshaw, 85 of Danville, passed away on August 23, 2024. She was born on December 23, 1938 in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Frances (Maryianowski) and Jeff Blake. Carol married Herman "Kerm" Hinshaw on February 07, 1976 in Indianapolis. He preceded her in death on March 23, 2022. Carol received her master's degree from Rosary College, River Forest, Illinois. She was a librarian in Indianapolis for 20 years before retiring. After retirement she worked in Human Resources for the Bishop's office in Lafayette. Carol served as an adjunct lecturer at the I. U. School of Library Science, she enjoyed traveling, was an avid reader, loved to knit and quilt. She was a member of the Common Thread Quilt Guild. Survivors include her sisters, Edwina Poludniak of Schererville, Kathleen Davis (Ivan) of Danville; nephews, Jeff and Scott; nieces, Kristen and Kate.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 in Baker Funeral Home, Danville, with Father Michael Fritsch officiating. Burial will be on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Marion National Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.bakerfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Melinda Mullican
September 6, 2024
To Edwina and Kathleen, I just learned of Carol´s passing and wanted to share my belated condolences to Carol´s family. I met Carol at Eagle Branch, then worked with her during her time at Wayne Branch. I´m so sorry for your loss.
Susan Ebershoff-Coles
September 5, 2024
I was so sorry to hear about Carol's death. She was a wonderful person and a gifted librarian. She will be missed. Belated heartful sympathy to her family.
Joyce Hruskocy Clouse
September 5, 2024
To Edwina / BNI Bookstore Lady-
My belated sincere condolences to Carol´s family.
I fondly remember planning Carol´s retirement party from IMCPL during the brief year that she was manager at the Wayne Branch. She lives on in my memory!
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