"Our sympathy, Perry and Dixie Miller, Gene and Barbara (Miller) Holm"
In loving memory of
Sue Ann Felton
March 14, 1943 - December 20, 2020
Sue Ann (Truex) Felton, 77, died Sunday, December 20, 2020 in Heritage Pointe, Warren. She was born on March 14, 1943 in Marion, the daughter of the late Charles and Maxine (Heller) Truex-Sanders.
Sue graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1961 and attended two years at Taylor University. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University in 1965 and later received her Master's in Education from Ball State University.
She married the love of her life, Gary M. Felton, on June 27, 1964. He survives.
Mrs. Felton taught for 32 years at Mississinewa Community Schools, where she was well known for being "the teacher who hatched baby chicks". She was the four-time recipient of the "Who's Who Among Teachers Who Made a Difference" Award. She was a dedicated teacher and loved her Mississinewa kids. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her husband of 56 years, Gary, Upland, survivors include a son: Troy Felton, Indianapolis; a daughter: Julie (Joe) Hammond, Fishers; a sister: Karen (Kevin) Lucas, Brownsville; and three grandchildren: Nick; Cole; and Kate.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jere Truex.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jones-Smith Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 259 N. Main St., Upland, Indiana, where a visitation will be held from 1-2 pm, Saturday, December 26, 2020. The funeral service will be at 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Jefferson Cemetery, Upland.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please wear a mask and social distance when attending the services. There will be a Livestreaming link available on this day at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com listed on Sue's tribute page, if you would like to view the 2:00 pm service online.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to Heritage Pointe, 801 N. Huntington Ave., Warren, IN 46792.
Tributes
"Gary and Family: Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers in these most difficult times."
"Dearest Felton Family, know that you are being lifted up to the Heavenly Father for HIS strength and peace as you celebrate the precious life of Sue Ann. She leaves quite the legacy of Kingdom impact to so many, including me! She was a beautiful example of what a teacher?s care for her students looks like. (I began my first years of teaching just down the hallway from her classroom at Westview.) I am thankful for her Christ-filled modeling and support as she cared for me, too! May each of you be filled deeply with the assurance that in Christ you will be reunited again for always...healed and whole with HIM!-Love, the Dan Bryant Family"
"We remember Sue with appreciation as a true neighbor and friend. Mary June still misses their long walks up and down 1000 East. Bless you Gary. Mary june and John parks"
"Sincere sympathy!"
"My heart goes out to Gary and the family for their loss. May God hold you up and comfort you during this time of sorrow."
"Condolences from the Jack Himelick Family "
"Dear Gary, Troy, Julie and Joe and family. We are deeply saddened to learn about Sue's passing. She was a beloved teacher to our son, Jeremy, and a dear friend to us. She went the extra mile when she saw a child needed a "little more". We are forever indebted to her. Heaven welcomes her for sure.. You have our sincere sympathy. Mike and Becky Marsh."
"My condolences to the family and friends."
"Sue was my older cousin who I always looked up to. I was so proud to say that my cousin was a teacher at JC Knight when I was just a student. She once gave me a ride to school in her Mustang and I thought I was the coolest 5th grader in the world!! She and my mom had a special relationship and I believe they are together now, just like old times. My tender thoughts go to Gary, Julie, Troy, Karen and all the family. May she rest in peace. Connie Baxter "
"I have fun memories of Sue when we were colleagues at Westview. Sue knew my mother-in-law liked gooseberries, so she always invited me to pick a pie?s worth when they ripened-on one of those visits she gave me a Christmas cactus that still thrives. My sincere sympathy to her loved ones. "
"Sue was one of my favorite elementary school teachers and I would have had her in her early teaching years of the late 1960's. I also worked with Jere when I worked at NIFSCO, or now known as STAR Bank. Sue was a tremendous person and teacher, and my heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to the family. "
"Sue was a very special person! Condolences to the family and know she was loved! I subbed for her on a maternity leave . My daughter Sara is a former student. The chicks spent vacation that year with us!"
"Sue was a special person! My daughter and I loved her. I subbed for her during a maternity leave. My daughter is a former student. We had the chicks over vacation that year! Love and prayers to the family. Linda and Sara Starkey"
"Mrs Felton is a teacher I will never forget. She loved us and made sure we knew. I am forever grateful for her and everything she has taught me. Sending positive vibes to her family. I love you Mrs. Felton. "
"Gary,I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. Prsyers for your family. Sandy (miller) hall"
"Sincere Condolences."
"I have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Felton during my time in her 2nd grade classroom, 1981-1982. I remember her bringing in eggs to show us how a baby chick hatches, the gumdrop tree she had on her desk, learning to write cursive and her reading us Charlotte's Web. We kept in touch until I married and had children. I have thought of her often over the past several years. She was a rare and precious jewel and I will remember her fondly. My deepest sympathy to her beloved family. "
"So sorry to hear of this loss! I had her when I was in 2nd grade, and she was one of my favorite teachers that I ever had! I?ve tried finding her on social media with no success. I remember her wearing an orange-colored lipstick that she would always get on her teeth and would just laugh about it. She would let us earn fake money for good grades that we could spend on fun items she brought into the classroom, and I remember getting some perfume that I just loved! She let us pick reading spots in the classroom, and we all fought over the spot under her desk. I also remember having a turquoise winter scarf that she complimented me on, so my mom helped me get one for her just like it as a Christmas gift. I absolutely loved her! She took the time to engage with her students on a personal level, and I will never forget the positive impact she had on me as an elementary student! What a tremendous loss for her family and friends! "
"Sue was a true joy to all who knew her. As we will be in Missouri for the holidays, we will be unable to do a visitation. Please know that we will be holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. Ruth and Doug Howard"
"Sue was a wonderful teacher to my son and many more children. She was a very kind and caring lady. My condolences to the family "