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Barbara Joan LindleyPassing: December 1, 2014

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Friday, December 5th @ 11:00 am

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Thursday, December 4th @ 4:00-7:00 pm

Friday, December 5th @ 10:00 -11:00 am

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Friday, December 5th

 MITCHELL – Barbara Joan Lindley, 87, passed away at 11:35 a.m. Monday, December 1, 2014, at her residence.

Born October 10, 1927, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Everett and Mabel (Bowers) Conley.  She married Alvin C. “Dude” Lindley June 29, 1946, and he preceded her in death April 22, 1989.

Barbara retired as treasurer of Mitchell Community Schools.  She was a member of Spice Valley Baptist Church, Phi Beta Psi Sorority, and Order of Eastern Star.  She was a 1946 graduate of Mitchell High School.

Surviving:      children, Brenda K. Wray, Mitchell
                                  Robert Keith Lindley, Garland, Texas
                                  Kathy J. Kirk, Mitchell
           grandchildren, Christopher Lindley, Robyn Lindley, Cory Kirk, and Kym
                                  Kirk
                     siblings, Howard Conley, Loveland, Ohio
                                  Mary Jane Hartley, Campbellsburg
                                  William A. Conley, Mitchell
                                  Kay Goodman, Polk City, Florida
                                  Wayne Conley Polk City, Florida
                                   David Conley, Orleans

Her parents; sister, Gail Witmer, and brothers, Elmer Conley and Edgar Conley;  and grandson, Kerry King, preceded her in death.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 5, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Brother David Conley officiating. Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

Friends may call from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, and from 10:00 a.m. until the service on Friday at the funeral home.

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12 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Teresa Witmer-Kean | BlackEarth, Wisconsin
    Date: December 5, 2014
    Remembering Aunt Barbara fondly. My sincere condolences to Kathy, Brenda, and Keith. Peace be with you.
  2. Guest: Rob Parker | Mitchell, IN
    Date: December 4, 2014
    Brenda, Keith and Kathy, sorry for the loss of your mother, what a sweet lady.
  3. Guest: Mikie Grimes & Family | Mitchell, IN
    Date: December 4, 2014
    Kathy, Cory & Kym, I am so sorry for loss. In this sorrowful time, may the love of family and strength from friends comfort you.
  4. Guest: Kay and Jack Blevins | Plainfield, IN
    Date: December 4, 2014
    Mary Jane and family - We are thinking of you at this sad time. Barbara was so sweet. I have such happy memories visiting your family growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
  5. Guest: Keith & Lynn Fish | BEDFORD
    Date: December 4, 2014
    Kathy & Family, Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Barbara was a very special lady. She will be fondly remembered, and sadly missed.
  6. Guest: pat atkinson | orleans, in
    Date: December 3, 2014
    Brenda, My deepest sympathy to you and yours at the passing of your dear mother. I know you will miss her. Pat A
  7. Guest: Mary Callahan | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: December 3, 2014
    I was saddened to hear about Barbara. We worked together for many years and I have Wonderful memories of our time spent together. She was a very sweet and caring lady that I know was Loved by many. Prayers for her family. I know how much you will miss her and her smile.
  8. Guest: Sue King Lovelace | Harrisville, MI48740
    Date: December 3, 2014
    My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family, Brenda. We never outgrow our need for Mom. Sincerely, Sue
  9. Guest: Keith Eckensberger | CameronPark, CA.
    Date: December 2, 2014
    Mary Jane , sorry for your loss.
  10. Guest: Annette & Mike Neely | Mitchell
    Date: December 2, 2014
    Dear Brenda, Keith and Kathy and families, Our hearts go out to you during such a sad time..I have fond memories of your Mom from when I was little being around her and in later years when she'd drop Kerry off to pick up or bring his car to our house for work..She was a sweet nice lady know she will be missed..Our hearts and prayers are with you all during such sad time..
  11. Guest: Janet | Mitchell
    Date: December 2, 2014
    Brenda, Sorry about your mom. We are never ready to let them go, even when we know it's best for them. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I know it's not easy when you have been so close for so long. Let me know if you need anything. Janet
  12. Guest: Sheryl Walton | Mitchell, IN
    Date: December 2, 2014
    Barbara always had a beautiful smile and attitude.She was always a positive influence to those she came in contact with. Prayers to the family.

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