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Dominique Cre’Shawn Williams
Mr. Dominique Cre’Shawn Williams was born to Robert A. Williams Sr. and Renita Joy Wright, on September 28, 1992, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dominique dedicated his life to Christ at an early age. Dominique attended Warren Townships Schools. `
Growing up, Dominique was known to his family, friends and fans as “Noop.” He was a champion on the basketball court, football field and boxing ring, taking home many trophies after each season.
Dominique was employed by Williams Contractors LLC; while also pursuing a rap career. Dominique’s passion for boxing and his music career was unmatched. The blood sweat and tears from late night boxing practice to early mornings in the studio, he was constantly trying to perfect his craft.
Dominique had a smile out of this world, he was goofy, loving and energetic and he was known mostly for being the life of the party and making a good time out of every situation. Dominique was also a protector, dedicating his life to securing the safety of his family and friends. Although he was full of energy, he still needed his rest, which is why long car rides was one of his favorite resting places.
Dominique loved spending time with his family, children, fiancé, and friends. It was extremely rare to see him with anyone other than his family. Dominique loved his children, money, jewelry, shoes and clothes, he also loved simple things, like Ramen Noodles, and regardless of the amount of money or status he had. His most famous flex was yelling aloud to his aunts that he was the only nephew that did not smoke or drink.
Indianapolis was Dominique’s hometown; most recently he resided in Atlanta, GA to pursue his music career. While in Atlanta, he had the opportunity to meet and work with other well-known artists. Although he had so much in store for his family and music career, God needed his strongest soldier and called him home on June 26, 2020.
Dominique was truly blessed and loved by family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his loving mother; Renita Joy Wright; grandmother, Margaret Ann Williams; great-aunts, Pearl and Rita Williams; cousin, Mariah Smith and best friend, Ju’Juan Robinson. Dominique leaves to cherish his father, Robert A. Williams Sr. (Tia); grandparents, Dr. Remus Wright (Mia), Sharon Golder Wright; children, Dominique Jr., Alexis, Aaliyah, Cre’Shawn, K’mari, Coriyon; siblings, Ashlee, Robert Jr; Deshawn; Anthony; god-sister, Ronesha “Nita Boo;” great uncles and aunts, Jimmy, Joe, Marsha; aunts and uncles, Johnny, Herbert, Jeremy, Elliott, Evan, DeJuan, Cyrus, Prentice, Orlando, Kelley, Shakhanah, Elizabeth (Michael), Angela, Shemeka, Tameka, special person, Shawna Luckett and a host of family, friends and fans
Anita Houchins
Mother Anita Josephine (Chambers) Houchins was born in Kirkwood, Missouri, (a suburb of St. Louis) to Edward Chambers and Ruth Millicent Taylor Chambers on December 3, 1923. Anita was the sixth child and had eight siblings: William Chambers, Edward Chambers, Jr., Taylor Chambers, Margaret (Chambers) Caviness, Theodore Chambers, Willa Mae Ruth (Chambers) Drayton, Stanley Chambers and LaVerta Chambers-Bond, all who preceded her in death.
Mother Houchins attended grade school at Milton Turner Elementary and later graduated from Sumner High School. She advanced her education at Tucker Business College.
She subsequently was sent to the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. to attend the Adjutant General School where she studied business, accounting as well as some law classes.
Mother Houchins began her career in St. Louis and worked at the U.S. Army Finance and Accounting Center and later moved to Indianapolis when it relocated (now known as Defense Finance and Accounting Service or DFAS) at Ft. Benjamin Harrison where she later retired in 1984 after 40 years of government service. During her tenure, she became Chief of the Priority Action Inquiry Department assisting solders with their pay.
She started her relationship with Christ at an early age at Unity Baptist Church in Kirkwood. After moving to Indianapolis and marrying Shirley Lee Houchins, she was baptized in Jesus name and filled with the Holy Ghost at Grace Apostolic Church under the pastorate of the late Bishop Morris E. Golder. At Grace, she was a Sunday School teacher and Assistant Chairlady of the Sisters’ Auxiliary. They later moved their membership in 1976 to Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church under the late Bishop Nathaniel Madden where she remained a member until her death.
After retirement, Anita kept busy by volunteering at Heritage Place. She also was the Emmanuel Temple Sunday School Superintendent as well as its’ Business Manager for many years. It was often difficult to catch her at home and people would call around trying to find her. She prepared tax returns for many years even into her late 80’s and early 90’s.
Mother Houchins departed this life on April 27, 2020 at the age of ninety-six years, four months and twenty-four days. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings and two grandchildren.
Kenneth S, King
Charles Meredith
“HOCKEY”, born Charles Eric Meredith on November 16, 1972 was the seventh of twelve children blessed to the late Sheila and Gordon Meredith Sr. After graduating from Northwest High School in 1991, he immediately began service to his country by enlisting into the Indiana National Guard. In addition to service to his country, he was also employed with Indiana Roofing and the Indiana State Fairgrounds. After professing Christ at an early age, Hockey was a member of the Tree of Life Ministries Church in Indianapolis
William Ellis
William Henry Ellis was born on July 25, 1927, the youngest child of Walter and Veatrice Fedrick Ellis in Clarksdale, Mississippi.
He served in the United States Army, World War II and received an honorable discharge after serving several years in the armed force.
William was employed with Navistar (formerly International Harvester), where he worked for many years until his retirement.
William professed a hope in Christ and was an active usher at Trinity CME church until his health became an obstacle. He loved his church and enjoyed the preaching of all the pastor’s he sat under. He was especially excited about his seat that displayed his name and was proud to share this with others.
William was united in holy matrimony on June 5, 1954, to his devoted wife, Patricia J. Thompson and to this union, three wonderful sons were born, Stephen, William and Michael.
William genuinely loved his wife, and there was nothing he would not do for her, from buying cars to just recently putting down hardwood floors in their kitchen. He also had a love for cars, an RV and a minivan.
William enjoyed driving, family vacations and particularly driving out of town to the Ellis Family Reunions to be with family.
William’s health began to decline, which caused him to be hospitalized and from there rehab. Once he gained his strength back, he was so excited to go home. He said, “just think if I were in the rehab during the pandemic, I probably would not have made it home”. Then he quoted his favorite saying, “Isn’t that something”.
William Henry Ellis departed this earthly life on June 1, 2020, at the tender age of 92 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Ellis, Veatrice Ellis; siblings, Princella Grant, Clarence Ellis, Sr., Rebecca Amos, Mildred McFarland, Douglas Ellis, Lee Ellis, Veatrice Gipson,, Leola Tate; 3 sons, Stephen E. Ellis, William E. Ellis and Michael D. Ellis.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory, his devoted wife, Patricia J. Ellis; grandsons, Michael D. Ellis, Jr., William E. Ellis, Jr. Steven Ellis; granddaughter, Leah D. Ellis; 3 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, extended family and friends.
Margaret Corder
A Beautiful Life...Ms.Margaret Corder daughter of Army Sr. and Julia Daniels was born May 6th 1935 in Jackson, Mississippi
Margaret eventually made Indianapolis her home where she met her husband the late Torrie Carruthers and unto their union Jacquelyn and Brenda were born. She later remarried James Corder who preceded her in death. She worked at Central State Hospital for many years. She later attended Ivy Tech College where she received a Nursing certificate in December of 1992. She went on to work for many prominent families in Indianapolis.
Margaret was filled with the Holy Ghost at a Christ Temple under Bishop Willie Lee and under the leadership of Bishop James E. Tyson. She later joined the Greater One Way Apostolic Church family under Bishop R.H Duncan Sr and First Lady Dr. Carolyn Duncan where she remained a member until her untimely death. Margaret truly loved God. She had a praying spirit. Being a member for over 20 years she served on the Baptism committee and the Mother’s Board.
Margaret had a beautiful passion for her family. She loved being called “Nanny” by her grandchildren. She was blessed to see her great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Margaret was an avid traveler she traveled many places in her life. Cooking for her family brought her so much joy. One of Margaret’s favorite things to do were to sit with her family and watch Wheel Of Fortune.
John Jointer
John Wayne Jointer, age 57, made his earthly transition to Heaven on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.
Lee O. Ellis, Jr
Lee O. Ellis, Jr. was born on August 24, 1951 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Lee O. Ellis, Sr and Maydene Highbaugh Ellis. He attended Public Schools #63, #101 and graduated from Arsenal Technical High School.
Deacon Marcia “Marc” Farrow
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Deacon Farrow served on the Official board at Mt Zion Apostolic Church and Media team. He will be missed by all that loved and knew him.
Gary Edward Hoskins II (BB)
A devoted husband, loving son and brother departed from this life on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Gary was born on November 18, 1972 in Indianapolis, IN to Gary E Hoskins Sr. and Lois (Tina) Bellamy. Gary accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. He received his primary and secondary education in Warren Township and graduated from Warren Central High School in 1992. After high school, Gary attended Vincennes University and later Kenny’s Barber College.
Gary became a father for the first time in April 1994 to his daughter, Shardae Hoskins. One of their favorite activities to do together was playing basketball and buying tennis shoes. Gary was blessed with a son, Garyn E Hoskins in July 2017. They enjoyed spending one on one time cutting grass and getting haircuts.
Gary married Myshellria Smith on July 15, 2018 and became Happily Ever Hoskins. This union brought three daughters and produced one son. He was dedicated to being a protector for his wife and being there for each one of theirchildren, picking them up from track practice, attending a community hosted event, or holding their hand while at the doctor and or dentist. He was truly a standout man. Gary and his family attended Mt. Zion Apostolic Church. He was passionate about praying and praising God with his wife and family by his side.
Gary was a hard worker and strong provider for his family. He was employed by Monarch Beverage for five years and worked part time for more than a year for Alan Ritchey, Inc. (transporter for the United States Postal Service).
As an adult, Gary enjoyed spending time with his uncles, cousins and friends at the Back Gate. He also spent time roller skating, riding motorcycles, and cleaning cars. He enjoyed sports, especially any games that included his favorite teams, the Los Angeles Lakers and San Francisco 49ers.
He leaves to cherish his memory; his parents Gary E Hoskins Sr and Lois (Tina) Bellamy; his wife Myshellria Hoskins; four daughters: Shardae Hoskins, Myisha Little, Ramiyah Smith, Da’Aliyah Smith; one son, Garyn EHoskins; two sisters: Stephanie Bellamy, Cortney Bellamyand one brother Garrett Hoskins; two nieces: Sierra Wells and Daisha Wells; two nephews: Tyree Penick Jr and Corey Penick; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Visitation services for Gary will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 1301 N. Goodlet Ave from 10:00-12:00pm with strict distancing guidelines and ten at a time. “Must have in mask” for the safety of others. Burial will take place at Washington Park North Cemetery. Visitation will be live streamed on Facebook under Ellis Mortuary.
Amani Shakur Gregg, also known as Redd
Amani was born in Indianapolis, IN on July 30, 2005. Amani attended Creston Middle School and was currently wrapping up his freshman year at Warren Central High School. Amani enjoyed playing both football and basketball. Amani departed this earth on April 3, 2020 due to his medical condition. He leaves to mourn his mother, Ayo Smith; father, Aris Gregg Sr,; grandmother, Sharon Endsley; grandfather, Eugene Smith; his Mama Cilla, Priscilla Simmons; uncles Eugene, JaJa, and Onajae Endsley; seven (7) siblings- brothers: Aris Gregg Jr., Akin Gregg, JaJa Moore, Ashton Gregg, and Ramon Foster; sisters: Asia Simmons and Rayona Christopher.
Red was an amazing son, a loving grandson, a playful brother and a loyal friend.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at 12:00pm at Martindale Church, 2402 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave. with visitation there from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Burial will take place at Crown Hill Cemetery. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Ellis Mortuary.
Marc Farrow
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 2:45pm at Crown Hill Cemetery. Marc was born to the proud parents, Marc and Dorothy Farrow on December 24, 1975. Celebration of Life services will be held at a later date.
Anniece Westbrooks Pipes
Anniece was born in Mount Bayou, Mississippi on October 25, 1932, to Artheola and Rebecca Hudson Westbrooks. Anniece was the third child of eight children.
The Westbrooks family migrated to Indianapolis, Indiana in 1938 when Anniece was just five years old. Anniece received her formal education in the Indianapolis Public School system, starting at school #24 in her early years and Crispus Attucks for high school.
Anniece was married to Leon Pipes on March 15, 1952. To this union they had eight vibrant children, five sons and three daughters. Leon and Anniece shared 55 years, 9 months, and 10 days of marital bliss before his passing.
At an early age, Anniece confessed Christ while attending New Light Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until her health was compromised.
Anniece worked for Cummins Allison until she retired in 1995. In 1999, she took on the task of helping her daughter start up a daycare ministry for which she was the cook, “baby spoiler,” and disciplinarian all with the same wooden spoon. The daycare kids loved Grandma’s cooking, singing and enveloping hugs. She was the highlight of their day until 2016, when she decided to enjoy her retirement at home.
Anniece had an amazing green thumb and passion for gardening. She was known for growing pears, watermelons, leafy greens, and a plethora of vegetables. Her gardening skills not only fed neighborhood families, but also her love of cooking. Anniece made large family dinners every Sunday and lived for holiday gatherings with “all the fixins.”
At New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Anniece was found lifting her voice for the Lord in the choir and sharing her family recipes in the kitchen until her health begin to decline.
In her later years, Anniece was stricken with a heart condition. She departed this life in her sleep at home on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at the age of eighty-seven years, five months and seventeen days.
Anniece is preceded in death by her parents; Artheola and Rebecca Westbrooks; her husband, Leon Pipes; her eldest son, William Pipes; her great grandson, Terrance Glenn II,; one sister, Berniece Miles; four brothers, Oceanola, Louis "Al", Joseph and Curtis Westbrooks.
Anniece leaves to cherish her memories her seven children, Deborah Stewart (Napoleon), James Pipes (Debra), Anthony Pipes (Latonia), Joyce Woodson (Aaron), Gregory Pipes, Tammie Pipes, Frederic Pipes. Her two remaining sisters, Geraldine Thomas (Otis), Bonnie Green (Clifton), twenty-nine grandchildren, forty-one great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and a host of nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Trinity CME Church, 2253 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., with Graveside services following at Crown Hill Cemetery at 12:30pm
Mr. Derrick Leon Hunt
Derrick Hunt was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 28, 1957 to Mr. Aaron Lee Hunt, Sr. and Dorothea Helen Baxter. He was known affectionately as Derk and Derky (or the Derkster). Derrick attended elementary school #38 and junior high school #110.Derrick was a 1975 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School. After high school he enlisted in the US Army where he served for 18 years in a signal unit as a teletype operator working directly under the commander of his unit. In the military, he traveled extensively across the United States and Europe. He especially enjoyed being stationed at Fort Campbell near Hopkinsville, KY where many of his Hunt relatives lived. Derrick also enlisted in the Indiana National Guard where he met his best friend Dwayne Smith. Following the military, Derky worked as a plating fabricator of car parts at a machine shop.
Derrick was a strong believer in Jesus Christ and was baptized as a youth at Trinity Baptist Church.
Mr. Derrick Leon Hunt departed this life on March 8, 2020 at the age of 62 years. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; brothers Lawrence Hunt, Sr., Ronald Baxter, Sr. and Gregory Hunt, sister Dorothy Jean King. He leaves to cherish his memory: 2 brothers - Aaron Jr. and Jeffrey Hunt; 5 sisters - Laeticia Wells, Dianne Gaines, Rita Rogers (Harold), Sherry Hunt and Kim Hunt, a host of nieces and nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and special long-time friends Katie Summerhill and Dwayne Smith.
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Treston L. Graves
MOTHER ALMA JEAN HARRIS
MOTHER ALMA JEAN HARRIS was the fifth of seven children born to Harvard L. and Mary M. Sanderson, She attended Indianapolis Public Schools and later attended IVY Technical Community College.
At an early age she met and married Harry W. Harris and from this union were born three children; two sons, Harris W. Jr., and Antonio who preceded her in death and one daughter, Yolanda L. Spaulding. Later, she gave birth to two more sons, Myron T. Stone and Brian K. Stone.
MOTHER ALMA JEAN HARRIS was a very active member at Bethesda Temple Apostolic Church. She was very much involved in the hospitality Committee and a very devoted member of the Sunday School department.
MOTHER ALMA JEAN HARRIS leaves to cherish her memories, daughter, Yolanda L. Spaulding; sons, Myron T. Stone, Brian K. Stone; grandchildren, Tamara Harris, Harry W. Harris, III, LaVada S. Spaulding, Dominique Harris, Jasmine (Harris) Williams, Antonio Brown, Sr., Brianna Stone; 37 great-grandchildren, 8 great-greatgrandchildren; and only surviving sibling, Barbara Louise (Thomas) Johnson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 12:00pm at Bethesda Temple Apostolic Church, 2147 W. 63rd St, with visitation there from 10:00am. Burial will take place at Crown Hill Cemetery. Final arrangements entrusted to Ellis Mortuary.
Willie Mae Peters
Denvor Marie Jones
Celebration of Life services for 5 week old Infant Denvor Marie Jones will be held on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Assembly, 430 W. Fall Creek Parkway at 5:00pm with visitation there from 4:00pm.
She is survived by her mother, Jayla P. Jones; grandmother, Marquita Jones; great grandmother, Margaret “Margie” McCann-Jones; great-great grandparents, Roger and Luella McCann; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins.
Anthony King, Sr.
Anthony King, Sr. The son of the late Sheldon King and Ella P. Hunter, was born on August 6, 1963 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He attended Indianapolis Public Schools, John Hope #26 and Arsenal Technical High school.
Anthony was definitely a people person and was not afraid of meeting strangers, soon leading them to interact with him, as if they knew him from a long time ago.
Anthony departed this earthly life on January 7, 2020 at the age of 56 years old.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 12:00pm at New Life Community Church of Truth with visitation there from 10:00am
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Thank you for everything you have done for our family during this time of need. We appreciate you for all your assistance in preparing the arrangements for the funeral and burial. We were very happy with the services and will gladly recommend the funeral home to other family members and friends. We could not have done this without you. Again, say thank you.
The Mimms Family
Thank you for the excellent service you provided for my family and I. Starting from the pre-arrangements for our dear mother, Maxine Holder. Every detail was of professional quality. Our mother’s appearance was so beautiful without a blemish. We thank God we chose Ellis Mortuary. We also understand why our mother loved being a part of your staff. Your compassion for people speaks for itself. May God bless you and your staff with much success.
Carmen Holder Underwood and Family
Thank you for your kind and professional services in our time of bereavement. You guys did and outstanding job on the whole entire process. You really did an excellent job on our fathers’ appearance and casket layout. We truly were amazed and grateful for all you’ve done. Thank you for helping us get through this smoothly. You really took the burden off us and made things easy.
The Chandler Family
We are extremely grateful for the generosity and kindness shown toward our dear mother, Sarah Martin. You made a potentially bad situation turn out for the good. We are forever thankful.
Eva Phillips and Carla Lewis
The Dunson family would like to thank you and all your staff for the great service you provided for our family with the loss of our beloved Marion Dunson. You were great from beginning to end. We would highly recommend your Funeral home to all our family and friends. Thank God for good people like you.
The entire Dunson family
On behalf of my family I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to you and your entire staff. I never imagined I would ever bury my husband. I had no idea which way to go and I’m thankful Pastor Andrea directed me your way. I thank you for being patient with me and helping me along the way. The little details on the program and casket overlay really touched our hearts. The entire staff was outstanding from the driver picking us up to Ms. Bell finding me some mints to your daughter escorting me out. I thank you for your professionalism even as I picked over Derrick. You had my fella looking right! We received a lot of compliments on everything. Praying God’s continued blessings on you all.
Love, Summer Jones
Words can not begin to express my gratitude to you and your staff for helping me through this difficult and hurtful time. I praise God for you and the patience you displayed during your guidance in helping me through this process
Toni Burt
We would like to take time to thank you for the love, support and professionalism you showed us during the passing of our beloved father, Burl Rivers. Your kindness was so greatly appreciated.
The Rivers family
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