Mrs. Imogene Terkhorn

April 26, 1933 - December 1, 2015

Imogene Terkhorn, age 82, died on December 1, 2015 at her residence in Seymour. Imogene graduated from Cortland High School in 1951, where she was a cheerleader, a typist and editor for the school newspaper. Born on April 26, 1933 in Paris Crossing, she was the daughter of Corte and Hallie (Hortenbury) Grant, both of whom preceded her in death. On May 23, 1952, Imogene was united in marriage to Henry Kasper Terkhorn Jr. and he also preceded in her in death. She and her husband traveled the world, with stops that included Germany, Brazil, England, and Venezuela. They also were long-time members of Zion Lutheran Church in Seymour. Imogene, who loved to cook and bake, volunteered for many years to make dozens of apple dumplings for the annual Oktoberfest. She also enjoyed reading, playing cards, shopping, and most of all, loved to spend time with her family and friends. Imogene is survived by her daughter, Pamela (Jeff) Schelling of Racine, Wis.; sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Grelle and Irene Terkhorn, both of Seymour; five grandchildren: Todd (Cher) Sorenson, Jenina Sorenson, Lindsey Sorenson, Jessica (Tim) Dingee (nee: Schelling), and Jordan Schelling; one great-granddaughter, Liberty Grace Sorenson; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by one daughter, Deborah Sorenson; three brothers, Corte Grant Jr., Joe Grant, and Leon Grant; and two sisters, Anita Evelyn Sovern and Etta Mae Napier. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude for the compassionate care and friendship Imogene received from her wonderful caregivers over the past few years. The family also thanks Schneck Hospice and Schneck Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at Zion Lutheran Church, Seymour, with Pastor Jeff Stuckwisch officiating. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 4, 2015 at Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc., Brownstown, and from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Zion Lutheran Church, Seymour. Interment will be held immediately following the service at Lutheran Cemetery, Brownstown, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to Zion Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be given at www.spurgeonfh.com