2 The Alexandria Times-Tribune; Wednesday, April 28, 2021 OBITUARIES Donna C. Townsend Donna C. "Tinker" Townsend, 86, Alexandria, entered in to eternal rest surrounded by her son and daughter from Ascension St. Vincent Mercy Hospital in Elwood on Monday, April 19, 2021. She was an amazing woman who truly lived a full life.
Donna was born on March 27, 1935 in Flat Rock, to Fred and Brownie (Johnson) Cunningham. She graduated from high school in Erie, Penn. in 1953. She served our country with honor in the United States Navy during the Korean War. She finished raising her youngest two children after divorce and later met the love of her life, Bill Townsend.
and went on 1 to enjoy 34 wonderful years with him. During the 70's and 80's she was active in the Alexandria Community Theater, both acting and directing, frequently singing in the musicals. Prior to its closure, she was a regular participant in the choir in the United Methodist Church of Alexandria. She was also a member of the Solar Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, serving i in many roles from District Deputy to Worthy Matron. An avid gardener she was a member of the Small- Garden Club and the Madison County Garden Club.
She had also earned the rank of Master Gardener from Purdue Timothy Joseph Crull Timothy Joseph Crull, 64, Muncie, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, April 13. 2021, following an extended illness. He was born on Dec. 9, 1956 in Elwood and had resided in the Muncie area for the last five years. Timothy previously worked for Payless Supermarket.
Survivors include his father, University. Donna's family was priceless to her and her great- grandchildren were a precious delight in her life. She is survived by her daughter, Tracey (Tony) Collins of Alexandria; her son, Michael Morgan of Alexandria; eight grandchildren, Brittney (Kristi) CollinsWilson, Andrew (Paige) Collins, Spencer Collins. Michael Morgan, Carolyn (CJ) Morgan, Bridgette Morgan, Brandon Morgan and Justin Morgan; four great-grandchildren, Collins, Taylyn Stegman, Harley Tripp Collins, and Mazilynn Collins; her brother, Richard (Doris) Cunningham in The Villages, stepson, Tim (Sue) Townsend; daughterin-law, Marge Townsend; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 34 years, Bill Townsend in 2016; infant son, David Morgan; and stepson, Rex Townsend.
Services honoring Donna's life and legacy took place on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Owens Funeral Home in Alexandria with Chaplain Rob Mifflin officiating. Cremation followed the services. Military honors concluded the service. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Activities Department of Elwood Essential Living or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Association (JDRF). A special word of thanks and appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Ascension St.
Vincent Mercy Hospital and Elwood Essential Living for their compassionate kindness and care of Donna and her family. Owens Funeral Home is honored to care for Donna and serve the families. On-line condolences: www.owensmemorialservices.com Robert (Sherry) Crull of Alexandria; sister, Robin (Ardith) Gwaltney of Muncie; and brother, James (Patty) Crull of Elwood; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Anna M. Howell; and one brother, Christopher H.
Crull. Cremation has taken place and graveside services were held on Monday, April 26, 2021 in the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Elwood with Father Dennis Goth officiating. But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 Owens Funeral Home is honored to care for Timothy and serve the Crull family.
On-line condolences: www.owensmemorialservices.com Nancy J. Miller Nancy J. (Haines) Miller, 79, Alexandria, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Wesleyan Health Care Center in Marion following an extended illness. Service arrangements are pending with Owens Funeral Home in Alexandria. Online condolences: www.owensmemorialservices.com AMHS Class of 1970 The Alexandria-Monroe High School Class of 1970 IS planning its Class Reunion.
The dates are Sept. 17 and 18 to coordinate with the AMHS Homecoming weekend. Plans are to be in the Homecoming Parade on Friday evening, enjoy donuts and coffee on Saturday morning at the Alexandria-Monroe Historical Museum, and have dinner at LovEvents in Anderson on Saturday evening. The social hour will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m.
Invitations will be sent in mid-July. If your address has changed in the past five years, contact one of the following class members: Danny Lamb, Karen Richardson, Brenda Beigh, Patty Riggs, Vickie Beardsley, Steve Gipe, Shirley Barger, or Susan Heiden or call 765-617-9304. Information may also be found on Facebook. St. Vincent Anderson Regional Cancer Support Group On the second Wednesday Center at St.
Vincent Anderson educational program for its meeting of the breast cancer Hearts). Meetings and educational Both are open to the public. For more information about the Hands and Hearts Breast 765.646.8358. The schedule www.stvincent.org/AndersonCancerSupport. OBITUARY POLICY The Alexandria TimesTribune does not charge to publish standard obituaries, pending notices or service listings.
For individuals who wish to run extensive obituaries, there is a flat fee charged. Consult your funeral director for details. Souper Bowl raises funds for Frankton charities to combat hunger Souper Bowl Ill, the annual fundraiser for the initiative, was held Saturday at the Family Life Center in Frankton. The cookoff-themed fundraiser is a collaborative effort to assist with the three area charities that work to eradicate hunger in the town. The organizations that benefited include the Frankton Community Food Pantry, the Eagles Cupboard, and the Eagle Packs Ministry.
This year's event included seven teams, and raised just over $5,000 for the charities, with $3,190 raised thanks to the efforts of Frankton Elementary. The event featured "celebrity" judges, including MJ Scoops' Abby Duncan, Frankton Police Chief Dave Huffman, and Amber Cole, a local nurse and frontline healthcare worker. There's A Fly in My Soup There's a fly in my sou NO HUNGER FRANKTON SOUPER BOWL "There's A Fly in My Soup" are shown above. Souper Bowl Ill Champions Individuals pictured from left to right are, Dillon Russell, Wes Russell, Joann Russell, Mary Ann Remington, Kaitlyn Willman, Ace Willman, and Dalton Weismiller. (Steven Murrey photo) A look at the importance of volunteers in the nonprofit sector By Mary Friend, Volun- viding vital teer Resources Manager, ple to power Ronald McDonald House tions run Charities of Central Indiana Without The year 2020 was a year of many challenges and much turmoil.
However, it was also one that taught us be gracious, the importance of helping others and the meaning of community. Nonprofits have long been a central part of communities. With volunteers serving a as core pillars to nonprofits, many struggled when their presence diminished throughout the pandemic. With April being National Volunteer Month, now is the time to take a look at just how pivotal volunteersare to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana was initiated by volunteers, and to this day, is a volunteerdependent organization. With 15 full-time staff members, the House depends on the efforts of volunteers.
While the full-time staff is busy with operational and developmental duties, volunteers at the House take on the variety of tasks necessary to allow the organization to prosper. The House requires typical chores like we see in our own homes such as organizing, cleaning and stocking pantries, but on a larger scale. Volunteers are tasked with responsibilities like these, and are also crucial to helping feed guest families. They help with cooking, serving and providing catered meals to guests. Moreover, aside from such tasks, they are often the faces of hospitality for guests and visitors.
Volunteers are the front line customer service providers who create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and provide a personal connection to guests that makes the Ronald McDonald House feel like a home away from home. A World Without Volunteers The pandemic showed just how important our volunteers are. In fact, the Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health has referred to volunteers as essential personnel. Nonprofits nationwide struggled to function without their volunteers during the pandemic. This is because volunteers are an extension of key resources for nonprofits, pro- nonprofit sector.
Why Volunteers Are Important House, serving at full capacity becomes a daunting task. From March until August of 2020, the limited staff managed the tasks typically fulfilled by volunteers, as well as their own operational duties. All meals had to be catered, and while volunteers and donors stepped up to the assisting with this change, it lacked the same personal connection you get with a home-cooked meal. The value of connection that volunteers establish with visitors became apparent throughout 2020. Moreover, the presence of volunteers brings a lively energy to the house.
Volunteers are the key components of the social aspect of the organization. They are the ones who typically interact with the families and children, creating meaningful relationships in the house. We are excited to welcome back volunteers, as without them the House lacked the radiance of their positive energy. Why Volunteer? support and peoto help operasmoothly. volunteers at the As crucial as volunteers are to an organization, the personal benefits one can gain from a volunteer experience are endless.
Volunteering can benefit one's mental health as it is extremely fulfilling and rewarding to positively impact the visitors and their experience. Volunteers form personal relationships with guests. They are often the sympathetic ear to the families, helping them feel less alone in what they are going through. They are the ones to make a visitor's day a little brighter, whether that be through a shared smile or meaningful conversation. Volunteers tend to have a passion that drives them to become involved in nonprofits.
Many give their time because they have family members or other connections that have been affected by the House. They have often been in the families' shoes so they bring important perspective and loving energy that you can't just put a price on. They are there to pay it forward and help make someone's day. Needless to say, the impact on visitors and level of personal fulfillment is priceless. SOLD Buying or Selling Give Tucker Me A Call! Barbara Amick REAL OR F.C.
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Pete's Pantry Drive Through pick up 1 to 5 p.m. Ale Township Historical Society Museum open 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Summit Health and Living chicken and noodle dinner SATURDAY, MAY 1 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alexandria-Monroe Township Historical Society Museum open SUNDAY, MAY 2 4 p.m.
Bench Dedication in honor of Suzanne Moorman Morphew's 50th Birthday, Community Garden MONDAY, MAY 3 5:30 p.m. Alexandria Bpard of Works, Emery Lee Building 6 p.m. Alexandria City Council, Emery Lee Building 6 to 8 p.m. Brianna's Hope, Church Street Commons, basem*nt TUESDAY, MAY 4 5 to 7 p.m. Ladies of Love, free Soup, Church Street Commons, basem*nt 5 p.m.
AMHS cheerleader's tenderlion dinner Alexandria Community Band announces concert season Under the direction of Alan Erwin, the Alexandria Community Band has announced its schedule for the upcomling concert season: Saturday, May 22 Concerto Night in Beulah Park. This annual concert features high school seniors who are members of ACB. East will receive a scholarship and the Mike Sweeny Young Musician Award. This year's soloist are Robert Hiday and Trey Whitted. In addition, the high school band will perform three pieces side-by-side with ACB.
There is no admission fee. (Rescheduled from April 24) Saturday, June 12 Alexandria Band Fest '21. Will be in Beulah Park with invited band performances through the day and a Festival Band sight-reading concert at 6 p.m. There is no admission fee. Saturday, July 3 Mounds State Park concert at 7 p.m.
State Park gate fee for admission. Saturday, July 24 Concert at Good's Ice Cream Shoppe on 53rd Street in Anderson at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8 Hamilton County Community Band Festival in Noblesville. Time to be announced.
Tiger Pantry The Alexandria Community Tiger Pantry at the Alexandria-Monroe merly AMIS) on the second p.m. and on the last Wednesday School Corporation hosts its Elementary School (forWednesday of each month at 5:30 of each month at 4 p.m. The ALEXANDRIA 100 Times Tribune SO CENTS A Small Town Newspaper for Small Town, USA Jack Barnes President David Keller Jenny Corbett Publisher Managing Editor Cindy Tyner Larry Oliver Advertising Director Sports Reporter Phone 724-4469 THE ALEXANDRIA TIMES TRIBUNE (ISSN 1063X) is published weekly by the Elwood Publishing Company, Inc. Office at 317 South Anderson Elwood, IN 46036. Periodical Class postage paid at Alexandria, IN 46001-9998.
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