Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
NameRobert W. IVEY [45954]
BirthMay 26, 1938, Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine [45954]
DeathAug 6, 2016, Marion, Grant County, Indiana [45954]
BurialGrant Memorial Park, 1606 W 26th St, Marion, Grant County, Indiana [45954]
Spouses
BirthNov 5, 1940, Marion, Grant County, Indiana [45953]
DeathSep 30, 2020, Marion, Grant County, Indiana [45953]
BurialGrant Memorial Park, 1606 W 26th St, Marion, Grant County, Indiana [45953]
FatherLouis William L. BOLEN (1915-1978)
MotherMary Idonna WHITESELL (1914-1999)
MarriageJan 5, 1957, Grant County, Indiana [45954], [45953]
Obituary Online notes for Robert W. IVEY
Robert W. Ivey, 78, Marion, died at 4:52 p.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2016, in his home. He was born in Houlton, Maine, to the late William and Irene (Waitt) Ivey. He married Edith Bolen on January 5, 1957, and she survives.

Robert was a graduate of Marion High School. He worked for Foster Forbes for 37 years as a Fork Truck Driver. Robert enjoyed bowling in several leagues, traveling, casinos, and spending time with his family at cook-outs. Robert was an avid Marion Giants and Boston Red Sox fan.

Survivors include his wife, Edith; children, Marie Franck, Harris Ivey, and Robert E. (Georgia) Ivey, all from Marion; grandchildren, Irene Hiatt, Stephanie Walden, Cody Polm, and Cierra Polm; great-grandchildren, TJ Brashear and Michael Hiatt; and siblings, David (Elda) Ivey, Marion, Terry (Debbie) Ivey, Marion, and Ethel (Charles) Connors, Port Charlotte, Florida.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his daughter, Jane Marie Ivey; sister, Norma Lowe; and grandson Ricky Robillard.

Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service
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Obituary Online notes for Edith M. (Spouse 1)
Edith M. Ivey, 79, Marion, passed away in her home on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. A lifelong resident of Marion, Edith was born on Tuesday, November 5, 1940, to Lewis and Mary (Whitesell) Bolen. On January 5, 1957, she married Robert W. Ivey, and he preceded her in death.

Edith attended Marion High School and was a homemaker throughout her life. She faithfully served her husband and family. She liked watching the ole time shows and doing her puzzle book. She loved to sit outdoors and enjoy the weather. Edith also liked going to the casinos and travel (when she could).

Edith enjoyed spending time with family. Survivors include her daughter, Marie Franck of Marion; sons, Harris Ivey of Marion and Robert E. (Georgia) Ivey of Marion; granddaughters, Irene (Mike) Hiatt, Stephanie Walden, and Cierra Polm; grandson, Cody Polm; great-grandsons, Trayvon Brashear, Mikey Hiatt, and Robert W. Hiatt; and great-granddaughter, Tayvonna Andrews.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Edward Bolen and Burton Bolen; sister, Idona Morgan; daughter, Janie Ivey; and grandson, Ricky Robillard.

A service to celebrate Edith's life was held on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, Marion, IN., with Pastor Mick Simpkins officiating. Burial took place at Grant Memorial Park.
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