Naomi "Eileen" Downey

Naomi “Eileen” Downey, 90 years of age, of Fishers, passed away March 30, 2023. She was born June 11, 1932, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late William B. George and Vada E. Black George. When Eileen was around the age of two, her family moved to London, Kentucky to be with relatives. She graduated from London High School, met Jack LaMonte Downey, from Indianapolis, and they married in January of 1952. Her husband preceded her death in 1997. Indianapolis was their place of residence until 1964 when they moved to Fishers. Eileen joined Fishers United Methodist Church not long after arriving. She became very involved in the church, volunteering when she could, and remained a member until her passing. Her passion was family. Her siblings lived in the surrounding states and there were many weekend trips for visits. She loved to camp and travel, especially to national and state parks where they visited historical sites such as Washington D.C., Mount Rushmore, and the Grand Canyon. Usually, these vacations were shared with her sister, Wanda, and family. She also enjoyed local camping and fishing with her two grandsons, Aaron and Deloy, and/or family friends. Her cherished times were spent with her parents in London, KY during the holidays when her siblings and their families gathered to share time, stories, and country cooking. Eileen worked for Best Lock Corporation in their Master Key division for 20 years, retiring in 1996. She was a well respected and trusted employee as she had all the combinations of locks throughout the country and the world. She also built strong relationships with her co-workers which lasted for many years after her retirement. One of those special friends was Betty Smidley who was with her in her final days. Her past seven years were spent at the Allisonville Meadows complex. She and daughter, Cheryl, moved to the assisted living complex and then transferred to the long-term care facility at separate times. Her world revolved around the care and needs of Cheryl. Visitation will be Monday, April 3, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers. Eileen is survived by her daughters, Linda Sillery (Robert), and Cheryl Downey; grandson, Aaron Hanson (Cindy); great-granddaughter, Cloe Hanson; sisters, Wanda Chaney (Bob) and Mona Sue Ray; and brother, Alfred George. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack; grandson, Deloy Hanson; and brother, Manuel George. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the entire group of nurses, staff, and employees at both Allisonville Meadows facilities, especially for the care in the “Cottage” where Mom resided. A special thanks to Mom’s hospice nurse, Kara Sizemore, and the team from ANEW Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Parkinson’s Foundation and/or Fishers United Methodist Church.

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Naomi "Eileen" Downey

June 11, 1932 - March 30, 2023