Thelma M. VanSickle, 103, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Timber Creek Village in Shelbyville.
She was born June 29, 1920, in Boggstown, the daughter of Artie and Mary (Creek) Tennell. In September of 1940, she married Earl M. VanSickle, and he preceded her in death on February 3, 1994.
Thelma is survived by her daughter, Barbara Craig and husband, George Rodney Craig, of Shelbyville; son, Larry E. VanSickle and wife, Gayle, of Estes Park, Colorado; granddaughter, Stephanie Schaefer and husband, Scott, of Fort Wayne; great-grandsons, Ethan M. Schaefer and Corbin J. Schaefer; and niece, Madaline Listenberger.
In addition to Earl, Thelma was preceded in death by her infant brother, Earl Tennell; sister, Rosemond Giltner; and niece. Debbie Morningstar.
Thelma graduated from Boggstown High School in 1938.
She was a member of West Street United Methodist Church.
Thelma formerly worked at KCL for 25 years.
She enjoyed volunteering at the Major Hospital Gift Shop for over 30 years.
Thelma was also a member of Saint Joe Social Club.
She also enjoyed square dancing.
Visitation will be from 10 am to Noon, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.
Funeral services will follow at Noon, Wednesday, at the funeral home, with Pastor Steve Brackney officiating.
Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the West Street United Methodist Church, 629 S. West St., Shelbyville, Indiana 46176.
Online condolences may be shared with Thelma’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
