Patricia A. Frankum

Patricia Ann Beard Frankum, Went to be with the Lord on her 83rd birthday, October 21, 2015. She is survived by her children, D. Mark Frankum and Rebecca (Keith) Hasey; and the joys of her life, her grandchildren, Johnathan and David. She is preceded in death by her husband, Demrie D. Frankum; and her brother, James M. Beard. Patty was born on October 21, 1932 in Terre Haute, IN, to the late James and Elsie Beard. She grew up in Terre Haute, from where she had several lifelong friends. She was a proud graduate of Wiley High School. Patty earned a degree in elementary education from Indiana State University, where she pledged the sorority of Delta Gamma, and where she later received her Master’s in Education. Patty moved to Indianapolis and taught first grade for two years. She lived at the Essex House downtown, where she met her future husband, Demrie, and they married in 1956. After a short stay in New Jersey, they returned to Indianapolis to raise their family. Patty became actively involved in organizations in the community which included the Zoo Guild, Jr. Symphony, Tri Kappa, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, where for many years she worked on the Cookies & Wassail project for the Yuletide Celebration. She was also a member of Starlighters, which later became Theater Arts Guild and where she became the first Honorary Lifetime Member. Patty also remained dedicated to her education profession by being Treasurer on the Lawrence Township Board of Education, and being a substitute teacher at Brook Park Elementary School. She later truly enjoyed her students at Ivy Tech, where she taught English. Patty was a faithful member of East 91st Street Christian Church. She volunteered with communion services and Solomon’s Wardrobe in addition to countless Bible Studies. Patty enjoyed having lunch with friends, going to movies and playing bridge. Her greatest joy was being with her children and grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 27, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Rd. Services will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at East 91st Street Christian Church, 6049 E. 91st St. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to East 91st Street Christian Church, 6049 E. 91st St., Indianapolis, IN 46250.

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Patricia A. Frankum

October 21, 1932 - October 21, 2015