"Mrs Detamore was very gracious to me allowing an over night visit with Sonny. Yes a while back, in seventh grade. But she stood tall in my memory as a beautiful person who had very nice children. Sonny and Sis, I share your grief and treasure your fond memories David Walker"
In loving memory of
Virginia N. Detamore
January 23, 1913 - February 16, 2011
Upland: Virginia N. (Endsley) Detamore, 98, went to be with her Lord, Wednesday evening, February 16, 2011. She was born in Landessville, Indiana, the daughter of William and Jessie (Barrett) Endsley. She graduated from Van Buren High School in 1931. She and her husband, Bill, owned and operated grain elevators in Landess and Marion for several years before coming to Upland in 1945 when they purchased the Upland Grain Company and operated it for 32 years. Mr. and Mrs. Detamore traveled extensively with the Indiana Grain Dealers Association and in 1971 they were invited to go with the "People-to-People" group on a European Tour, where they traveled behind the Iron Curtain. She later spoke about their trip to various groups. Virginia had been interested in government and the Republican Party since her high school days and attended Republican Women's Conventions in Washington D.C. She served as Grant County vice-committee-woman for 40 years and was the first woman to be elected to the Upland Town Council where she served for 20 years. One of her various interests was her real estate business. She had been a member of the Upland Friends Church for many years. Survivors include three children, Lamona (Tom) Miller, Marion, and twins, Berta Theone "Sis" Long, Marion, and Burtis Theron "Sonny", Upland; eight grandchildren, Julie Barrett, Tampa, FL, Barry Barrett, Dayton, PA, Halden Martin, Knoxville, TN, Holly (Joseph) Baker, Santa Fe, NM, Hadley (Kelley) Martin, Lenoir City, TN, Heather (Scott) Kelleher, Indianapolis, IN, Katrina Lewis, Upland, Brad (Kim) Detamore, Boise, ID; four great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond L. "Bill" Detamore, a daughter, Demona (Detamore) Barrett and son-in-law, Verle Barrett and two brothers, Burtis Endsley and William Endsley. Memorials may be made to the Upland Friends Church, 1111 S. Main St., Upland, Indiana, 46989. Funeral Service: 1 pm Monday, February 21, 2011, Upland Friends Church, 1111 S. Main St., Upland, Indiana Visitation: 2-8pm Sunday, February 20, 2011, Jones-Smith Funeral Home, 259 N. Main St., Upland, Indiana Officiating: Rev. Curt Blasiman, Rev. Jim Miller, Rev. William Kinnan Pall Bearers: Edwin Richardson, Halden Martin, Barry Barrett, Hadley Martin. Gregg Ballinger, Blake Pilcher, Scott Kelleher Honorary Pall Bearers: Thomas Miller, Joseph Baker Interment: Van Buren Cemetery, Van Buren, Indiana
Tributes
"Aunt Virginia will be missed."
"Sissy, Sonny, and Lamona What a wonderful obituary! Very fitting for a wonderful lady! Wouldn't it be perfect if everyone could have her spirit and outlook on life? I know how proud you must be to have had a mother like her! We so enjoyed our last visit with her a few years ago. Very special lady! with love, barbara"
"I knew as a young child that Aunt Virginia was a "lady". I have fond memories of her at Damona's wedding and all the many visits and Detamore reunions. I loved her smile and laughter and was impressed that over the years she still impressed me as a lady of character. I know she will be dearly missed by all her family. May your memories get you through the sadness. Anita Hansen"
"She had a very long life, she saw and did so much. I am so greatful I had the chance to meet her after Brad and I were married. She played the piano for us at her home in Upland... or was it Gas City? It was nice! May she find her family that has gone before her where she is now... You all are in our thoughts and prayers... Kim and Brad Detamore"
"Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God blessed her with long life. She is now with Jesus!!! Love, Rick, Virginia & Diane Brown"
"LAMONA- I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WISH I COULD TAKE SOME OF THE HURT AWAY AND EASE THE PAIN. IF I COULD I WOULD. PLEASE TRY TO REMEMBER ALL THE MANY GOOD TIMES WITH YOUR MOTHER, IT WILL HELP TO GET THROUGH ALL OF THIS. HERE IS A GREAT BIG !!HUG!! JUST FOR YOU. LOVE YOU NANCY IF YOU NEED TO TALK JUST CALL ME OK"
"Lamona and Tom, I just got on Chronicle Trib site and saw that your mother has gone to Heaven. I am sorry to read it, but didn't she have a long life. She was a grand lady. We love you guys"
"Mrs. Detamore was a wonderful lady. It was such a pleasure to get to know her and spend time with her. I know she will be sadly missed. May God bless, comfort, and strenghten you through this time of grief."
"We loved Aunt Virginia very much. We are all sorry for your loss. Our mother enjoyed every minute spent with your family! They laughed and talked and shared a lifetime of memories together. You are in our thoughts today. She was a terrific lady. We will miss her a lot."
"Aunt Virginia meant a lot to our family. We all have fond memories of times spent with her and her family. My greatest memory was dinner we ate at her home. She served asparagus spears with real butter. It was the first time I had ever eaten real butter and I never forgot it! She was beautiful, her home was gorgeous and her dinner delicious! I never eat oleo...always butter! All thanks to Aunt Virginia! My mom passed away last summer and she would be heartbroken at Virginia's passing. I hope they are in heaven today laughing and talking about their wonderful lives."
"I am so sorry about your Mother's passing. We have all been through a lot over the years. I have worked with Sis, lived in the same area's with Burt and we all had Aunt Thelma and Uncle Bill. Now I still live in Tennessee and you all are in Marion area. We may not talk everyday but you are all in my thoughts. Love Sue"
"with deepest sympathy And Family"
"To my brother and sister who lovingly took care of our mother through her long battle. I appreciate all the difficult tasks you gallantly completed taking care of our mother. These last few years were such a challenge and because you both stepped up and took the job like real professionals, our mother was never alone and well loved and cared for. Thank you Sonny for the 24/7 job you handled so well. And thank you Sis for your endless concern and care. Well done Brother and Sister. Love you both very much. Your grateful sister.Lamona"
"deepest sympathy for your loss. may god comfort you in your time of sorrow."
"With love to you all"
"My prayers are with you all. Please be comforted knowing she is happy now and at peace. I Am With You Always To those I love and those who love me; When I am gone, release me and let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You mustn't tie your self to me with tears Be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you have shown But not it's time I travel on alone. So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I wont' be far away, for life goes on So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear All of my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and "Welcome Home.""
"Dear Sis, Sonny & Lamona just know we loved your Mother like our own. She was a wonderful lady and always opened her home to all of us kids in the neighborhood and what fun we had!! Her Chili Soup was the best!! We all have wonderful memories. Love, Susan and Ronnie"
"Our sincere sympathy to all of you. The Millers, Perry & Dixie Betty Carolyn Barbara"
"To my cuz's - Sorry for your loss. Mrs. Detamore was a classy lady, and 98 is a pretty good number. Max Showalter"
"sis, sonny and lamona and families. sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. george and barbara (owen) brown"
"Our sincere sympathy to your family."