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Nedra Spinks

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December 28, 1943 ~ June 11, 2012

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Nedra Spinks, 68, of Road 800W, died at 8:48 a.m. Monday, June 11, 2012, at her home. Nedra was a librarian for Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation 39 years, from 1964 until retiring in 2003. She also was a member of Bartholomew County Public Library Board for 16 years. She enjoyed collecting and selling antiques and was a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Born in Champaign-Urbana, Ill., Dec. 28, 1943, Nedra was the daughter of Glen and Eva Mae Reynolds Gates. She married Jack Spinks Aug. 28, 1960. Survivors include her husband; sons, Mark (Margaret) Spinks of Austin, TX, and Glen Spinks of Columbus, IN; a daughter, Laura (Branndon) Spinks-Howe of Columbus, IN; a sister, Debra (Hank) Witt pf Brazil, IN; and grandchildren, Jack Spinks, Greg Spinks, Mark Spinks, Clayton Spinks, Hannah Spinks, Sydney Lee, Ian Lee and Barrett Howe. She was preceded in death by her parents. SERVICES: 11:00 a.m. Friday June 15, 2012 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints OFFICIATING CLERGY: Bishop Bryan Busselburg VISITATION: 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday June 14, 2012 at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home ADDITIONAL VISITATION: 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church FINAL RESTING PLACE: Garland Brook Cemetery MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS: Bartholomew County Public Library 536 Fifth Street Columbus, IN 47201

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  2. So sad to hear about Nedra’s passing. I still think of the times visiting in Bloomfield and her being the older cousin you looked up to. She was a great person and loved her family deeply. I’m sure Uncle Bob was waiting for her with one of his silly jokes or a funny prank! God bless you all.
    Love,Marsha Brown Muirheid and family

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  3. My prayers go out to the family of Nedra she was a special person I will miss seeing her every 3 weeks on Monday for her appts………

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  4. What an honor to know Nedra and be her cousin. We grew close in the later part of our life. We shared a special relationship in working with our ancestors that have past from this life. Now Nedra has joined them and is enjoying a grand reunion with them all. “Some of us are called to serve others here on earth, Nedra did. Some of us are called to serve those who have passed through the veil, Nedra did. Some of us are called to eternal life so they can serve their loved ones from Heaven, having full knowledge of our Heavenly Fathers plan for each of us. That is Nedra’s role in all of our lives now. It is our responsibility now to listen for the promptings from her in her new role from above as Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Cousin, friend… She is there to help us and petition for us from above. I know thet to be true. “Until we all one day meet together at Jesus’ feet”

    All of our love. Stan Brown family

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  5. A sympathy card has been sent to the family of Nedra Spinks c/o Jewell-Rittman Funeral Home funeral home.

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  6. Laura, my sincerest sympathy to you, Brandon, and other family members in the loss of your mother. Having been through a similar loss, I understand the extent of your loss.

    You will continue to remain in my prayers.

    John Wm. Roberts, Dean
    School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
    Ivy Tech – Columbus/Franklin

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  7. Mark,
    We pray that God will comfort you and your family during this sad time. Ed and Cathy

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  8. Laura,
    Your mom was a wonderful woman! She was always very strong in heart, mind and faith. I have always thought the world of her since I was a little girl. You and your family are in my heart, thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Take care of yourself.

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  9. Even though we passed by each other very briefly as fellow Bloomfield Grade School classmates during our 5th grade year, I have never forgotten Nedra. She was a vivacious, beautiful, young lady and made me feel so welcome at school. I attended the 50th class reunion last year in hopes of seeing her again, but ,due to hr husband’s illness, she could not attend.I will always feel privileged to have known her.May she rest in peace.

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  10. Oh, Jack, I am sooo very sorry to hear this. It’s hard to believe.
    I know you all must be reeling. I think of Nedra so often and so many times wanted to call but put it off. She was beautiful, brilliant and a dear friend.
    I will always miss her.
    My sincere sympathy to you and your family.

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  11. I was very sorry to hear the news about Nedra. I have fond memories of her. They go all the way back to our 1st day of grade school. Nedra and I along with a few others started school together. R I P my dear!!!

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  12. Jack and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all… Nedra was a wonderful person… Many fond memories of her at school.

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  14. I was so sad to hear about Nedra, but so glad I was able to see and talk to her just a few weeks ago. God bless the entire family.
    Jonas

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  16. Jack and family so sorry to hear of Nedra’s passing. I know you and your family will miss her terribly. That’s a great video and looks like you have a great family. My deepest sympathy. Linda Sheehan, Class of 61.

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  17. Jack, I’m so sorry. Nedra was in my class and lived next to me on Spring Street for several years. She was a good friend. I know you will miss her so much. May Jesus comfort you now and in the years to come.

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  18. I remember Nedra in high school. She was always so happy and had a smile for you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Betty Kay

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nedra spinks

December 28, 1943 ~ June 11, 2012

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Nedra Spinks, 68, of Road 800W, died at 8:48 a.m. Monday, June 11, 2012, at her home. Nedra was a librarian for Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation 39 years, from 1964 until retiring in 2003. She also was a member of Bartholomew County Public Library Board for 16 years. She enjoyed collecting and selling antiques and was a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Born in Champaign-Urbana, Ill., Dec. 28, 1943, Nedra was the daughter of Glen and Eva Mae Reynolds Gates. She married Jack Spinks Aug. 28, 1960. Survivors include her husband; sons, Mark (Margaret) Spinks of Austin, TX, and Glen Spinks of Columbus, IN; a daughter, Laura (Branndon) Spinks-Howe of Columbus, IN; a sister, Debra (Hank) Witt pf Brazil, IN; and grandchildren, Jack Spinks, Greg Spinks, Mark Spinks, Clayton Spinks, Hannah Spinks, Sydney Lee, Ian Lee and Barrett Howe. She was preceded in death by her parents. SERVICES: 11:00 a.m. Friday June 15, 2012 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints OFFICIATING CLERGY: Bishop Bryan Busselburg VISITATION: 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday June 14, 2012 at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home ADDITIONAL VISITATION: 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church FINAL RESTING PLACE: Garland Brook Cemetery MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS: Bartholomew County Public Library 536 Fifth Street Columbus, IN 47201

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  1. What an honor to know Nedra and be her cousin. We grew close in the later part of our life. We shared a special relationship in working with our ancestors that have past from this life. Now Nedra has joined them and is enjoying a grand reunion with them all. “Some of us are called to serve others here on earth, Nedra did. Some of us are called to serve those who have passed through the veil, Nedra did. Some of us are called to eternal life so they can serve their loved ones from Heaven, having full knowledge of our Heavenly Fathers plan for each of us. That is Nedra’s role in all of our lives now. It is our responsibility now to listen for the promptings from her in her new role from above as Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Cousin, friend… She is there to help us and petition for us from above. I know thet to be true. “Until we all one day meet together at Jesus’ feet” All of our love. Stan Brown family

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  2. My prayers go out to the family of Nedra she was a special person I will miss seeing her every 3 weeks on Monday for her appts………

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  3. So sad to hear about Nedra’s passing. I still think of the times visiting in Bloomfield and her being the older cousin you looked up to. She was a great person and loved her family deeply. I’m sure Uncle Bob was waiting for her with one of his silly jokes or a funny prank! God bless you all. Love,Marsha Brown Muirheid and family

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  6. I was so sad to hear about Nedra, but so glad I was able to see and talk to her just a few weeks ago. God bless the entire family. Jonas

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  8. Jack and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all… Nedra was a wonderful person… Many fond memories of her at school.

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  9. I was very sorry to hear the news about Nedra. I have fond memories of her. They go all the way back to our 1st day of grade school. Nedra and I along with a few others started school together. R I P my dear!!!

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  10. Oh, Jack, I am sooo very sorry to hear this. It’s hard to believe. I know you all must be reeling. I think of Nedra so often and so many times wanted to call but put it off. She was beautiful, brilliant and a dear friend. I will always miss her. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.

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  11. Even though we passed by each other very briefly as fellow Bloomfield Grade School classmates during our 5th grade year, I have never forgotten Nedra. She was a vivacious, beautiful, young lady and made me feel so welcome at school. I attended the 50th class reunion last year in hopes of seeing her again, but ,due to hr husband’s illness, she could not attend.I will always feel privileged to have known her.May she rest in peace.

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  12. Laura, Your mom was a wonderful woman! She was always very strong in heart, mind and faith. I have always thought the world of her since I was a little girl. You and your family are in my heart, thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Take care of yourself.

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  13. Mark, We pray that God will comfort you and your family during this sad time. Ed and Cathy

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  14. Laura, my sincerest sympathy to you, Brandon, and other family members in the loss of your mother. Having been through a similar loss, I understand the extent of your loss. You will continue to remain in my prayers. John Wm. Roberts, Dean School of Liberal Arts & Sciences Ivy Tech – Columbus/Franklin

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  17. Jack, I’m so sorry. Nedra was in my class and lived next to me on Spring Street for several years. She was a good friend. I know you will miss her so much. May Jesus comfort you now and in the years to come.

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  18. Jack and family so sorry to hear of Nedra’s passing. I know you and your family will miss her terribly. That’s a great video and looks like you have a great family. My deepest sympathy. Linda Sheehan, Class of 61.

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  19. I remember Nedra in high school. She was always so happy and had a smile for you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Betty Kay

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