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Dedric Harrell Obituary
He was born December 18, 1932 in Winchester, IN. Dedric is a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked for the Winchester News Gazette, in Winchester, IN for over 40 years, where he started sweeping the floors at 10 years of age and was a Pressman by the time of his retirement. Dedric enjoyed gardening, bee keeping, woodworking, he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the conservation club in Winchester, IN, where he won several awards with the local Boy Scout Troops. He was a member of the Ball State Archaeological Society and participated on many digs with them. He loved hunting and collecting Native American arrow heads. Dedric had a passion for rocks; he loved finding, collecting, and knowing what type of rock it was. He loved sharing his knowledge of his collections with his grandchildren. Dedric dearly loved he time spent with his daughter and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Madge Harrell of 61 years; his only daughter Betsy Draper (Kevin Small), Upland, IN, 3 grandchildren; Blakeleigh Draper (Tyler Abney) Fowlerton, IN, Blissfulle Draper, Las Vegas, NV, Dan Draper III (Alexis Marsh), Muncie, IN. Sister-in-law Betty (Paul) Carpenter; the Brumley family, sister-in-law Norma, Rex, Sandy, Greg "Lefty" (Monica), Vonda and Larry Detro, Terri (Derek) Phelps; many nieces and nephews; and special friends Russ and Carol Smith, Rob and Wendy Heathcote, and Terry and Amy Sommer. His beloved "Nanny" Caregiver, Debbie (Tim) Croyle. Debbie lovingly always called Dedric "Sunshine".
Dedric is preceded in death by his bother Norman Brumley; Nephew Chuck Brumley; and Son-in law Dan Draper Jr.
Friends and Family are invited to call Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 5-6 PM with funeral services following at 6 PM at Walker Funeral Home in Winchester, IN, with Pastor Teresa Collins officiating. Private graveside services will be held at a later date.
Walker Funeral Home in Winchester is entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.walkerswinchester.com.
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Shianna S
August 2, 2021
I cared for Dedric at RNH the last part of his life, and let me say it was my treat! This man was always so full of energy even on his "bad days". We would share stories of our kids and he would give me advice on being a parent. I should show pictures of my son who he nick named "Mack" (He couldn´t pronounce my sons name, but it seemed too close to a character from Gun Smoke so it stuck). A few weeks ago before I went on vacation I had surprised Dedric and brought my son in to see him. His eyes completely lit up and he was so happy to finally meet the boy with the blue eyes. I have shared many great memories caring for Dedric. An incredible man.
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