The Alexandria Times-Tribune

David A. Harrison, 64, of Buchanan, formerly of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at home. David was born on October 9, 1955 to Edward and Elaine Harrison in Greentown, IN. He graduated from Goshen High School in 1974, and then when on to Western Michigan University where he earned his Associates Degree in Aviation Technology. David worked as a general aviation mechanic for over 40 years, most recently with Michiana Aircraft. He was a selfless, and all around just a good man, everyone liked him. Dave will be dearly missed. David is survived by his sister, Jule Harrison of Goshen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Elaine Harrison and sister, Sharlene...

Ronald L. Goodman, 76 years old, of Alexandria, IN left this earthly journey on June 3, 2020. He was at home surrounded by his loving family when he entered Heaven's Gates. Ronald was born in Portland, IN to Clyde and Lillian Goodman on February 5, 1944. He proudly served in the United States Army during Viet Nam. Ronald worked for General Motors for 30 years. He was a longtime member of the Alexandria VFW Post 1552. Ronald is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Terrie; son, Jason L. Goodman of Alexandria; daughter, Misty (James) Payne of Anderson; grandchildren, Jordan (Wesley) Goodman, Jason "JJ" Goodman, Clarissa A. Fields, Jalynn Payne; and Haley Payne. A memorial walk down...

Carolyn S. Hensley, 84, of Alexandria, passed away on April 4, 2020 at Summitville Health and Living. She was born on December 16, 1935 in Summitville to the late Marvin and Jesse Opal (Love) Hoppes. As a teen Carolyn worked at the soda fountain in Howards Pharmacy in Summitville. She attended Indiana Business College in Indianapolis and returned to Summitville to work as an operator for Indiana Bell. She later worked for Hooks Drugs, RAM Graphics, as an officer for Weight Watchers in Alexandria, and at Armstrong Hardware which she owned and operated with her husband. She attended the First Christian Church in Alexandria. Carolyn is survived by her children; Rhonda (Dennis) Shaw of...

Updated funeral service information for Gerald L. Gardner of Pendleton formerly of Alexandria who died March 26, 2020. Survivors: his companion, Robin Love and his daughter, Tina Uccello (Keith); Owner of Central Carpet Store in Alexandria since 1972; Funeral: Sunday, June 14 at 3:00 p.m. at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. and burial at St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery in Madison; Online condolences www.morgan-nay.com

Mr. Gerald Lee Gardner, age 82, of Pendleton, formerly of Alexandria entered this life on December 9, 1937 in Peoria, Illinois. He was the son of the late Fletcher Lloyd and Marie E. DeVries Gardner. He was of the Catholic faith. He was a 1956 graduate of Shawe Memorial High School. He served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged. Gerald was the owner of Central Carpet Store in Alexandria, Indiana since 1972 and enjoyed his many clients that he had worked with over the years. He took time for everyone (even strangers) and you felt better when you left him. He loved music and knew every word to every song and made up a few of his only silly ones. He was honest,...

Esther Mardell Decker, 98, of Pendleton, passed away on September 30, 2019 at Community Hospital, Anderson. She was born on August 12, 1921 in Hamilton County to the late Ulysses and Bernice (White) Moser. Esther retired as an Office Manager at Amick Electric after 30 years of service. She volunteered preparing taxes for Senior Citizens for 20 years. She attended various churches all of her life. She is survived by her children, Wayne (Mary) Decker of Alexandria, Frances (David) Owens of Princeton; grandchildren, Bruce (Becky) Decker of Cedar Falls, Iowa, Bryan (Michelle) Decker of Salem, Oregon, Karen Decker of Lapel; great-grandchildren, Rachel and Caleb Decker, and several nieces and...