Husband Irvin Becraft [1956]
Born: 28 Mar 1927 - Grassy Lick, Montgomery Co, KY
Christened:
Died: 14 Sep 2022 - Marion, Indiana, United States
Buried: 23 Sep 2022 - Grant Memorial Park, Marion, Center Township, Grant, Indiana, United States
FamilySearch ID: GDCP-VPG
Find A Grave ID: 243582524
Father: Shirley Becraft [1239] (1898-1974)
Mother: Paulina W. Lina Witt [18673] (1906-1991) 1
Marriage: 25 Jul 1953
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He appeared on the 1930 Census census in 1930 in District 2, Montgomery Co, KY. Shirly Becraft age 31 listed as head of house with wife Laina age 24 and children Charles E age 4; Irving C age 3; and Shirley (son) age 1.
His obituary was published in the Chronicle-Tribune in 2022. IRVIN BECRAFT OBITUARY
Irvin Becraft, 95, of Marion, passed away at 8:08 am on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, in his home. He was born in Grassy Lick, Kentucky, on Monday, March 28, 1927, to Shirley and Lina (Witt) Becraft. On July 25, 1953, he married Iantha "Annie" Jewell Shrout, and she preceded him in death on May 1, 2022.
Irvin worked at GenCorp for over 40 years and was a member of South Marion Friends Church. He enjoyed going to flea markets and had operated several booths throughout the area. Irvin loved traveling with his family, especially to Hawaii. He also loved drawing and tinkering in his garage, particularly working on mopeds.
Survivors include his brother-in-law, Luther (Irene) Shrout; sister-in-law, Loretta (late Paul) Witt; nephews, Kris (Tammy) Witt of Marion, Kevin (Angie) Witt of Converse, Claude (Naomi) Hatton of KY, Randy (Cathy) Becraft of Gas City, and Danny (Linda) Becraft of FL; and nieces, Kim (Richard) Monroe of Marion, Judy (Bernie) Deaveris of Fairmount, and Donna Jean Hammack of KY.
In addition to the recent passing of his wife, Irvin was preceded in death by his father, Shirley Becraft; mother, Lina (Witt) Plick; brothers, Thomas Becraft, Charles Becraft, and Shirley Becraft, Jr.; and sister, Elsie Byrd.
The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, September 23, 2022, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Irvin's life will begin at 1:00 pm with Rev. Mark Helm officiating. Burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Alzheimer's Association, 50 E. 91st St., Ste. 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.
Wife Iantha Jewell "Annie" Shrout [8438]
Born: 26 Aug 1933 - Grassy Lick, Montgomery Co, KY
Christened:
Died: 1 May 2022 - Marion, Kentucky, United States 2
Buried: 6 May 2022 - Grant Memorial Park, Marion, Center Township, Grant, Indiana, United States 3
FamilySearch ID: GVMM-DDG
Find A Grave ID: 239428761
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Her obituary was published in the Chronicle-Tribune on 3 May 2022. Iantha "Annie" Jewell Becraft, 88, Marion, passed away at 2:57 am on Sunday, May 1, 2022, in her home. She was born in Grassy Lick, Kentucky, on Saturday, August 26, 1933, to Oscar and Eula (Purvis) Shrout. On July 25, 1953, she married Irvin Becraft, and he survives.
Annie was a clerk for 25+ years with Kmart. She was a member of South Marion Friends Church and Mall Walkers Association. She really enjoyed mall walking and was a very neat and organized lady. Annie was close with her siblings and their spouses. They were inseparable and did everything together. She did a lot of traveling--to Hawaii, Chicago, Montana, Yellowstone, and many other places.
In addition to her husband of nearly 69 years, survivors include her brother, Luther (Irene) Shrout; sister, Loretta Witt; nephews, Kris (Tammy) Witt, Kevin (Angie) Witt, and Claude (Naomi) Hatton; and nieces, Kim (Richard) Monroe of Marion, Judy (Bernie) Deaveris of Fairmount, and Donna Jean Hammack of Kentucky.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Juanita Hatton, Helen (Frank) Dessing, and Katherine Shrout; brother, Lonnie Shrout; and brother-in-law, Paul Witt.
The family will receive visitors from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm on Friday, May 6, 2022, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Annie's life will begin at 2:00 pm with Pastor Mark Helm officiating. Burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Alzheimer's Association, 50 E. 91st St., Ste. 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.
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Burial Notes: Husband - Irvin Becraft
Plot B 688 SP 6-A
Burial Notes: Wife - Iantha Jewell "Annie" Shrout
Plot B 688 Sp 6-A