Dr. Frank E. Bean, Jr.

76, of Indianapolis, passed away February 23, 2009. He was born October 29, 1932 to Frank E. and Bernice (Monroe) Bean of Knoxville, TN. Frank grew up in Knoxville, graduating from Bearden High School. He was a member of Erin Presbyterian Church. Frank received his Bachelor�s Degree from Florida State University where he was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, and a distinguished military graduate. He went on to acquire his Master of Divinity, Master of Theology and Doctorate of Divinity from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Frank married Michaleen A. Kendall April 1, 1954. His secular employment was with Swan Baking Company in Knoxville, TN, and then Standard Brands, Inc., New York, NY, where he was in bakery production of the Fleisherman Division. He was a foreign student advisor and counselor at Florida State University. At Indiana University he was a training specialist for the School of Environmental and Public Affairs. He was an Honorably Retired Presbyterian Minister who served many Presbyterian churches across Indiana which include: 1st Church of Edinburgh, Northminster, Covenant, Christians United at Ft. Ben, and Christ at McCordsville. After retiring he served as interim pastor at 1st Church of Lewisville, Ebenezer, Southminster, Rushville, and finally Aurora. He was a Moderator for many years at Immanuel and served as Moderator of the White Water Valley Presbytery in 2004. Frank also was the director of Religious Formation at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School 1972-1977. Frank was currently serving as President of the Board for the Marion County Council on Aging. He was a member of the Central Indiana Council on Aging Advisory Committee, Habitat for Humanity, and the Celebration of Hope. In 1998 he received the prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash from Governor Frank O�Bannon, and had received two Keys to the City of Indianapolis from former mayors. A Celebration/Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 1660 Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., Indianapolis, with visitation from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Michaleen (Miki) Bean; son, Rev. Michael E. Bean; daughter, Jannice K. Bean; and 6 grandchildren. Frank was loved by all who new him and will be remembered for a lifetime of service to God�s people. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, 1040 Alta Vista Rd., Louisville, KY, 40205 or a Hospice of your choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Mortuaries and Crematory. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.shirleybrothers.com.

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Dr. Frank E. Bean, Jr.

October 29, 1932 - February 23, 2009