Dewey Merle Pike Obituary (1921 - 2015)

Dewey "Merle" Pike, age 93, life long resident of Elwood, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2015, at his residence. Merle was born on June 12, 1921, in Elwood to Grover and Irene (Teeters) Pike. Merle retired in 1984, from Delco Remy after 21.5 years of service.He was a member of the Elwood Elks Lodge. Merle is survived by, three Daughters, Kathy Harris of Elwood, Carol Fite of Crestview, FL, and Sheryl Moore of Anderson,two Sons, Doug Pike of Elwood and Philip Pike of Anderson, 6 Grandchildren, Several Great Grandchildren Dewey was preceded in death by his Father, Grover O. Pike, Mother, Irene Pike, first wife Beth (Redman) Pike and his second wife LaVera (Barcus) McClintick Pike. A Celebration of Life Funeral service will be at 6:00 pm Friday, May 29, 2015, at Dunnichay Funeral Home, Elwood, with Rev. Joe Collier officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will be Friday, May 29, 2015, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, at Dunnichay Funeral Home, 1113 S. Anderson Street, Elwood, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Donors Choice. Online condolences can be given at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.com