Phylis E. Bourne
October 3, 1923 - March 29, 2021
Phylis E. Bourne, 97, of Indianapolis, passed away March 29, 2021. She was born October 3, 1923 in French Lick, Indiana to the late William Martin and Martha Ella Ervin. Phylis attended Decatur High School. She married Charles Edwin Bourne in 1940, and he preceded her in death in 1979. Phylis was employed with Metzler Hobby Shop for over 33 years. She was a member of Harvestime Christian Church, the Independent Order of Foresters, Parents without Partners, the Moose Lodge and the Red Hat Society. Visitation will be Friday, April 2, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 East Washington Street. Phylis is survived by her children, Dixie Coghill and Charles Wayne Bourne (Susie); grandchildren, Bret, Clint, Debra, Mandy, Shelly, Jennifer, Shannon and Shawn; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Eugene Bourne; three brothers; and two sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital.
Phylis E. Bourne, 97, of Indianapolis, passed away March 29, 2021. She was born October 3, 1923 in French Lick, Indiana to the late William Martin and Martha Ella Ervin. Phylis attended Decatur High School. She married Charles Edwin Bourne... View Obituary & Service Information