Jack E. Demaree

January 8, 1934 – September 1, 2019

Jack E. Demaree, 85, Noblesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at his home. He was born on January 8, 1934 to George and Beula (Watts) Demaree in Boone County.

Jack was a veteran of the United States Army and worked for Navastar for over 37 years before retiring in 1991. He was a very hard worker and a very practical man. Jack and Bernice built their family home together in 1964, where they still live to this day. Most of all, Jack was a sterling husband and wonderful father and grandfather who was dedicated to his family.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bernice Demaree; daughters, Brenda Gale DeHaven, Debra Lynn Walton and Tresha Kay Shelton; brother, Ronald Demaree; sisters, Myrna Rodriguez and Mary Calvert; grandchildren, Adam Payne, Abigail Gangler, Julie Alvarado, Melissa Mitchell, Melanie Ricketts, Melinda Trotter, Sarah Ricketts and Jacob DeHaven; and great-grandchildren, Marley and Lyla.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Myron Demaree, and great-grandchild, Eloise.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at Legacy Bible Church in Noblesville, with Pastor Keith Kunda officiating. Visitation will be from noon to the time of service at the church. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Simon Cancer Center in Indianapolis.

 

Arrangements

Calling: Noon to 2 p.m., Sept. 5

Service: 2 p.m., Sept. 5

Location: Legacy Bible Church

Condolences: randallroberts.com