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Murphy Parks Funeral Home
Shelbyville, Indiana
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Carol Lynn Williamson
Dec 27, 1958 ~ Jun 4, 2026
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Carol Lynn Williamson, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital. She was born December 27, 1958 in Carson City, NV to William Williamson and Mary (Perkins) Williamson.
Carol’s life was defined by her love for family especially her nieces and nephews, dedication to her profession, and appreciation for the simple joys of life. She will be remembered for her compassionate heart, unwavering work ethic, and the countless lives she touched throughout her journey. A proud graduate of Morristown High School, Class of 1977, Carol valued education and lifelong learning. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in biology at Franklin College before completing her associate’s degree from Butler Univeristy. Following her education, Carol dedicated her career to helping others as a respiratory therapist at IU Health Methodist Hospital. Over an extraordinary 44-year career, she provided compassionate care to countless patients and families. Her commitment to her profession and those she served remained steadfast until her retirement in 2025. Outside of work, Carol found joy in preserving family memories through scrapbooking, relaxing with a good book, and preparing meals for those she loved. She especially enjoyed trips to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, shopping adventures at Sam’s Club, visits to the Indianapolis Zoo, outings to the Indiana State Fair, and spending time at the Indianapolis Children’s Museum. These experiences became treasured memories that she shared with family and friends. A loyal fan of the Kentucky Wildcats basketball, she rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on her team. She also enjoyed watching QVC and discovering new products and ideas from the comfort of home.
She is survived by her mother, Mary; brother, Tom (wife, Crystal) Williamson; sisters, Dixie (husband, William) Denton and Gail (husband, Terry) Thompson; brothers, John Williamson and Alan (wife, Beth) Williamson; nieces and nephews, Amanda (husband, David) Lewis, Kristina (husband, Caleb) Osborne, Madelene (husband, Daniel) Denton-Sharrett, Joseph (wife, Patty) Williamson, David (wife, Bobbi) Williamson, Grant Williamson, Kelly Williamson and Thaddeaus Thompson; great-nieces and nephews, Ava Mae Sharrett, Maelee Faye Sharrett, Nora Rhae Sharrett, Buxton Denton Sharrett, Eloise Gail Sharrett, Seth Lee Willard, Izzy Jo Thompson, Tinsley Ann Osborne, Emery Jane Osborne, Brantley Thomas Osborne and Elizabeth Ann Williamson. She was preceded in death by her father; nephews, William Mark Denton and Jason Lee Thompson; great-nieces, Clara Jo Williamson and Grace Lynn Sharrett; all of her aunts and uncles and grandparents.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bennett Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made in honor of Carol to Colorectal Cancer Alliance/Colonoscopy Assist Donations https://colorectalcancer.org/treatment/you/survivors?form=donate. Funeral directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Carol’s family.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville News
Thursday, October 27, 2005
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Telphus M. Williamson, 93, of Shelbyville, died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005.
Born Dec. 11, 1911, in Laurel County, Ky., d/o David D. and Sarah J. (Phelps) Loveless.
Married Henry Williamson on Aug. 31, 1927, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 2002.
Survivors include one son, Sam Williamson of Fairland; five daughters, Hazel Reaves, Ruby Holzhausen (husband, Dale), Helen Bernard, Brenda Turner and Sherry Miller, all of Shelbyville; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.
Also preceded in death by one son, Jewel Williamson; one daughter, Betty Lee; two brothers; and two sisters.
Lived in Shelbyville since 1943. Previously had lived in Somerset, Ky.
Homemaker.
Member of Apostolic Tabernacle.
Funeral services at Apostolic Tabernacle, 1500 S. Miller Ave., with the Rev. Robert Cavaness officiating.
Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Glenn E. George Funeral Home, 106 E. Franklin St. in St. Paul, is handling the arrangements.
Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville News
Tuesday, October 15, 2002
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Henry Williamson, 92, of Shelbyville, died Sunday, Oct. 13, 2002, at Major Hospital.
Born March 23, 1910, in Pulaski County, Ky., he was the son of Thomas and Minnie (Loveless) Williamson.
Married Telphus Loveless on Aug. 31, 1927, and she survives.
Other survivors include one son, Sam Williamson of Fairland; five daughters, Hazel Reaves, Ruby Holzhausen, Helen Bernard, Brenda Turner and Sherry Miller, all of Shelbyville; two brothers, Samuel Williamson and James Williamson, both of Somerset, Ky.; two sisters; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by one son, Jewell Red Williamson, four sisters and two brothers.
Moved from Lawrenceburg to Shelbyville in 1944
Employed with the Indiana State Highway Department for 15 years, retiring in 1977. After retiring he was employed at Blue River Career Center.
Attended Apostolic Tabernacle.
Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with the Rev. Robert Cavaness officiating.
Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville News
September 13, 2000
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Jewel Red Williamson, 69, Shelbyville, died this morning at his home.
Born May 25, 1931, in Pulaski County, Ky., s/o Henry and Telphus (Loveless) Williamson.
Married Mae Holzhausen on Nov. 21, 1953, and she survives.
Lived in Shelbyville most of his life. Employed at The Shelbyville News for 40 years.
U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of Apostolic Church where he was a Sunday school teacher for many years.
Other survivors include his parents, Shelbyville; two daughters, Cheryl Streeval, Edinburgh, and Valorie Shiver, Shelbyville; three sisters, Hazel Reaves, Ruby Holzhausen and Helen Barnard, all of Shelbyville; one brother, Samuel Williamson, Fairland; and four grandchildren.
Preceded in death by one sister.
Funeral at the Apostolic Tabernacle with the Rev. Robert Cavaness officiating.
Burial Forest Hill Cemetery.
Glenn E. George and Son Funeral Home, Shelbyville. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Shelby County or Apostolic Christian School.
Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville News
Saturday January 3, 1948
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FORMER LOCAL GROCER DIES
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Rites For C. A. Williamson To Be Sunday Afternoon
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Clinton A. Williamson, 88, retired Shelbyville Grocer, died Friday afternoon at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Albert Hartley, with whom he had made his home in Indianapolis for the past three months.
Mr. Williamson, who spent the greater part of his life in this city owned and operated a grocery store on south Tompkins Street, for many years, was born in Milford, Indiana on December 1, 1859, the son of Dudley and Nancy Williamson. In 1885 he was married in this city to Margaret Little, who preceded him in death four years ago. Surviving with the daughter at whose home he died are a granddaughter, Mrs. Kenneth [Barthenia] Meyers, of Shelbyville, and a brother, Lee Williamson, of Muncie.
He was a member of the First Christian Church here and Rev. Ernest L. Ford, pastor of the church will officiate at funeral services Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Loren H. Murphy funeral home. Burial will be made in the City Cemetery.
Contributed by Barb Huff

The Shelbyville News
Monday November 23, 1942
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LOCAL WOMAN S FUNERAL TODAY
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Mrs. Margaret B. Williamson, age eighty-two, wife of Clinton A. Williamson, retired local groceryman, was found dead in bed Saturday morning at 6:00 o clock by her husband. Investigation by C. Charles Kohlmeyer, county coroner, showed that she had suffered a heart attack and that death occurred earlier in the night.
She was born in Shelbyville in September 1860 the daughter of Robert Foss and Sarah Little. She was married to Mr. Williamson on October 22, 1885. Surviving with the husband are one daughter, Mrs. Bernice Dunica; a granddaughter, Miss Berthenia Coers; one brother, Will F. Little, local tailor; one niece, Mrs. Josephine Aumann, and three nephews, Albert and Robert Griffey, of his city, and Russell Griffey, of Indianapolis.
Mrs. Williamson was a member of the First Christian church. The body has been taken to the Loren H. Murphy funeral home, where the last rites will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. E. L. Ford officiating. Burial will be made in Forest Hill cemetery.
Contributed by Barb Huff

The Greensburg Daily News
Decatur County, Indiana
March 24, 1927
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SIGN PAINTER DIES AT SHELBY
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Clifford Williamson, 64, Was, Born at Milford
Two Brothers, Three Sisters Survive.
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Clifford Williamson, 64, died in Shelbyville Sunday night and the funeral was held there Tuesday afternoon. His. wife died last year. He was a son of Dudley and Nancy Williamson and was born in Milford in 1862. He located at Shelbyville about thirty years ago and was a sign painter. He leaves three sisters and two brothers Mrs. F. L. Dorsey, of Indianapolis; Mrs. George Bower, and Mrs. Kate O'Byrne of Eureka, Kan.; Clinton, of Shelbyville, and Lee, of Muncie. His father was the village blacksmith at Milford back in the '60s and '70s and was well known there years ago.
Contributed by John Ballard

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