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William J. LuttrellPassing: September 28, 2021

Service:

Bride of Christ Fellowship

Funeral Service

Monday, October 4th @ 7:00 p.m.

Visitation:

Bride of Christ Fellowship

Monday, October 4th @ 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Tuesday, October 5th @ 11:00 a.m.

MITCHELL – William J. Luttrell, 75, passed away Tuesday September 28, 2021, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.

Born May 19, 1946, in Mitchell, he was the son of Clayton J. and Louella (Strange) Luttrell.  He married Marianne McNeely June 13, 1964. 

Bill was Transportation Director for Mitchell Community Schools, was a bus driver for 37 years, and had been employed by the school system over 50 years.   He was a big supporter of the Mitchell Bluejackets sports and was a 1964 graduate of Mitchell High School.  Bill had owned several service stations in the area and loved farming and his horse drawn buggy. He enjoyed socializing and being out in the community whether it was eating, drinking coffee, or helping people. He always had a story to tell.  Bill was a deacon and member of the Bride of Christ Fellowship, Masonic Lodge No. 14, F.&A.M., and Sons of the American Legion Post No. 250.  He was a loving father and grandfather and enjoyed Sunday dinners with his family.

Surviving:
wife,
Marianne Luttrell of Mitchell

children,

William J. (Carmen) Luttrell

Kathy Jo (Jim Cravens) Luttrell of Mitchell

grandchildren,

William Chaz Luttrell, Savannah Marie Cravens, Emily Nicole Craens, Jakobi William Cravens

great-grandson,

William Bentley Luttrell

sister,

Connie (John) Mann of Versailles

His parents and siblings, Judy Hall and Clayton J. Luttrell, Jr., preceded him in death.

Funeral service will be at 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 4, at the Bride of Christ Fellowship with Brother Jerry Allen and Brother Greg Isom officiating.  Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until the service on Monday at the church.

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25 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Charlotte Speer | Mitchell, IN
    Date: October 19, 2021
    Marianne and family, we are so very sorry for your loss,thinking of you . love an prayers
  2. Guest: Angie Slaughter | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: October 4, 2021
    Bill was a good person and we will miss him. Many prayers to the family.
  3. Guest: James Oswalt | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: October 4, 2021
    Please accept my profound sympathy for the passing of Bill. He was a fine person, an important asset to the community and especially to Mitchell Schools. It was my honor to have worked with him during my tenure with the schools. The transportation system worked smoothly only because of loyal contractors and employees like Bill. He will certainly be missed. May God grant his loved ones the peace of knowing Bill was highly regarded by so many in our community.
  4. Guest: Allen Burris | Mitchell
    Date: October 4, 2021
    I'm sorry we will not be able to attend today. Bill was one of the finest men I've known. I enjoyed him over the years as a neighbor, fellow farmer, and bus driver. He was so helpful in so many ways. Praying for your family.
  5. Guest: Darlene Campbell | Mitchell
    Date: October 3, 2021
    Bill will be missed by so many at railroad cafe. I enjoyed waiting on him. He was a great friend and no matter how our mornings were going, he made us smile. My mornings will Not be the same.
  6. Guest: Glenda Ferguson | Paoli, Indiana
    Date: October 2, 2021
    To the family Kathy and Chaz, Savannah and Emily, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Many thanks to him for all he did for Mitchell Schools. Love all of you!
  7. Guest: Suzi Wilson | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: October 1, 2021
    I am so very sorry. Bill was one in a million. He is worth every sorrow I feel due to his loss. My most sincere condolences.
  8. Guest: Patti Slaten Wyatt | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: October 1, 2021
    Marrianne, I'm so sorry for hour loss. Bill was one of Dad's closest friends and I know they have met up in heaven entertaining the other angels with their stories.
  9. Guest: Brian C. Tackett | Mitchell, IN
    Date: October 1, 2021
    Bill was truly as good as they come! Billy and Carmen please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss...
  10. Guest: Chuck Cooper | Mitchell
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Bill is now with Jesus in Heaven. We all have the opportunity to be with him again; believe in Jesus, live for Him daily and spend eternity with our Heavenly Father and Bill. The path which Bill chose is so simple for all. It was definitely the right path. Praise GOD !
  11. Guest: Tami Cole | Mitchell
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Bill you will be greatly missed, by all who knew him. Sending lots of love and prayers to the family!
  12. Guest: Vickie Parks Lee | Mitchell, IN
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Bill was a kind and warm person. He was a friend of my Dads, often enjoying a cup of coffee with the “guys”. Our sympathy and condolences to you Marianne and your family. I will remember him with smiles.
  13. Guest: Ruth E Dalton | Mitchell
    Date: September 30, 2021
    I will always have fond memories of Bill. For several years he was my bus driver but also a friend. My condolences to his wife, daughter and to Bill. Prayers to you all during this difficult time in your loss.
  14. Guest: KEVIN AND TWILLA AND KADEPUGH | MITCHELL IN
    Date: September 30, 2021
    MARRIANNE, BILLY,KAYHY, SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS, STAY STRONG. IT WILL GET BETTER, IT WILL TAKE TIME.
  15. Guest: Tony Strahl | Columbus, Indiana
    Date: September 30, 2021
    What a great guy and I was so blessed to get to know Bill and have a lot of laughs together. Very special person that will be truly missed
  16. Guest: ED THRALLS | MITCHELL INDIANA
    Date: September 30, 2021
    I THOUGHT A LOT OF BILL I HELPED HIM OPEN HIS MARATHON STATION WHILE HE RAN HIS BUS ROUTE IN THE MORNING BILL WAS A BROTHER TO ME IN THE MASONS
  17. Guest: Brenda Beyers | Ypsilanti, Mi
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Dear Kathy and family, Sending you Deepest Sympathy, hugs and prayers! Brenda Beyers
  18. Guest: Jerry & Judy Stevens | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Marianne - Kathy & Billy -- there are no words to tell you how sorry we are to hear the sad news of Bill's passing.. What a great guy he has been all through the years.. I know your sadness is great - but the comfort from The Good Lord to know where Bill is watching over you & waiting on you.. You have all been blessed to be such a special family..
  19. Guest: Michelle Jessie | Mitchell
    Date: September 30, 2021
    I worked for Bill as a bus monitor. He was always happy to visit with me. My mom and dad( Pat and Eddie Taflinger)double dated with him and Marianne and he always had stories to tell. My family will miss him greatly.
  20. Guest: Bobby Brown | Venice Florida
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Billy and family, I’m truly sorry for your loss. Bill was a fine man and a pleasure to know. I’ll keep you in my thoughts.
  21. Guest: Donna Kinser | Bedford Indiana
    Date: September 30, 2021
    My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family. Bill was my boss when I worked at MCS as bus driver. He will be missed by many.
  22. Guest: Kim Ferguson | Mitchell in
    Date: September 30, 2021
    So sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was always friendly and had a big smile on his face. He will be missed. Praying for the family during this rough time.
  23. Guest: Angie Phillips Mercer | Indianapolis, Indiana 46205
    Date: September 30, 2021
    I am sad to hear of Bill/s passing. We grew up together. He was a kind, great guy. I always loved Judy and his family. I know he will be missed.
  24. Guest: Emily Drake | Mitchell, IN
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Bill was more then just a boss. He was a friend. I adore Bill and his wife Marianne. I think the world of them and their family. My heart breaks for you all and I will continue to hold you all up in my prayers. Things definitely will not be the same around the bus barn. Til we meet again my friend.
  25. Guest: Greg Holt | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: September 30, 2021
    Bill was a great guy always gave me a helping hand when needed he will be truly missed.