NEW PALESTINE
Marlene Ruth (Neargardner) Combs, 64, of New Palestine, IN, passed away at her home on December 1, 2018. Marlene was born on June 21, 1954 in Heidelberg, PA, Francis B. Neargardner and Eleanor (Kellerman) Neargardner.
She was a graduate of Warren Central High School and she later worked as an Administrative Assistant for Anthem until the time of her retirement in 2012 after 40 years of service. Marlene loved traveling, reading, cooking, volunteering at the local animal shelter, and was always a source of laughter among friends. She was known for being a hard worker and devoted to her family, and found that her greatest joy in life was the many happy moments she shared with those that she loved, who will all miss her very much.
Marlene is survived by her significant other, Robert Joachim; daughter, Heather Marlene Campbell; son, Jesse James Combs III; sister, Kathy DeHoney; brothers, Frank and John Neargardner; as well as grandchildren, Patrick Baker, Jacob Campbell, Corey Combs, and Jayme Combs.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis B. Neargardner and Eleanor (Kellerman) Neargardner.
Friends and family will gather from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Hendryx Mortuary, Cumberland Chapel, 11636 E. Washington St, Cumberland, IN, 46229. A funeral service will follow the visitation at the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Washington Park East Cemetery in Indianapolis, IN.
Online condolences may be made to www.hendryxmortuary.com or to the Hendryx Mortuaries’ Facebook page.
Hendryx Mortuaries is honored to be assisting the family with the services.
