Ardelle Stemmer
November 06, 1959 - July 17, 2015
Obituary
Ardelle Geis Stemmer, 55, of Indianapolis passed away July 17, 2015. She was born in Richmond, IN on November 6, 1959 to Robert P. and Margaret J. Geis. Ardelle owned and operated her own wallcovering business for over 20 years. She graduated from Marian University in 2004 with a BA in Theology. She was devout to her Catholic faith and was an avid reader, gardener and bicyclist. She played both the piano and guitar and for many years enjoyed horseback riding and golfing. She loved to entertain and cook, especially for her family. Ardelle was preceded in death by her sister, Laura M. Geis. She is survived by her parents; children, Sarah E. Lisby, Chalmer J. Geis and Morgan I. Geis; sisters, Leticia M. and Maureen Geis; brothers, R. Michael, John J., Christopher A. and Patrick E. Geis; grandchildren, Bonnie G. Lisby and Jacey Knox and Chalmer Geis Cadero. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 23 from 10 am to 11:30 am in Stevens Mortuary, 5520 W. 10th St., Indpls. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12 pm in St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 3352 W. 30th St., Indpls. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.
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Christyna (Kunkel) Barker
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To Bob, Peggy, Letitia,Mike, Maureen, John, Patrick and Christopher. I am heart-sick and deeply pained to learn of Ardelle's death. I last saw Ardelle in 1997, when I invited her and her children to my home in Indy, for a visit. I always admired and loved her. Her laugh and her wonderful smile comes to mind when I think of Ardelle. She was one of the kindest people, with one of the purest spirits, I ever knew! I never heard Ardelle say an unkind word about anyone and during a conversation with her, she would be so attentive and was truly interested in what you had to say. I'm praying for you all tonight. I'm so sorry for your loss and the loss of all who knew and loved your daughter and sister. May God comfort you and bring you through your pain and sorrow ~ Christyna (Kunkel) Barker
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Lee Ann Kunkel Newton
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Words cannot express our deepest sympathies for your family and this tragic loss. We have many wonderful childhood memories of all of you and are sending Angels of comfort to you all.
Ardelle's smile and sweet spirit, her thoughtful and generous nature are how I remember her and her beauty was inside and out.
May God bring you through this grief until you meet again.
Lee Ann and Greg Newton
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Pete Eisenmann
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To All of You,
Words cannot express how sorry I am about Ardelle's death. My memories are ones of hearing her laugh and how much fun she was. One funny memory was when we had arrived to visit after a long drive from GA. We had some cheese that was in a cooler. The ice had melted the cheese had softened and was not very appetizing to look at. Ardelle picked it up and said, "you need to put this thing in the fridge and get it right." For some reason, and we all know that it was because it was the WAY Ardelle said things, that was the funniest thing ever and that was always a story that we told and laughed.
I will always remember her happiness and hard work at Mountainview - and laughter, even in the tough situations.
I remember she always seemed to enter the house at holidays with flair, maybe (ok, usually) a bit late. Again, laughing all the way in.
May your best memories eventually carry you beyond this horrible time.
Again, I am sorry for your grief and your loss.
Pete
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Jim Williams
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Jennifer and I are so sorry for your loss. I pray that Ardelle is at peace. I know that she had been in deep pain for many long years as this world took a heavy toll from her as she searched for understanding and grace. I will always remember her smile and laugh. We are praying for all of you. Grace and Peace, Jim Williams.
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Jim Williams
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My dad also expressed his condolences to Bob, Peg and all Ardelle's siblings
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Bob and Gigi Thomas family
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Dear Geis Family;
We just heard news of your terrible loss. Know that our hearts are breaking with yours, and that we pray that God will strengthen your spirit always.
Bob, Gigi, Maria, Robby and Ross Thomas