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Dolores A. BalesPassing: January 30, 2014

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Sunday, February 2nd @1:30 p.m.

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Saturday, February 1st @ 3:00-7:00 pm

Sunday, February 2nd @ 12:00-1:30 pm

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Sunday, February 2nd

MITCHELL — Dolores A. Bales, 83, passed away at 9:10 a.m. Thursday, January 30, 2014, at Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital.

Born November 7, 1930, in Bedford, she was the daughter of William and Hattie (Williams) Briscoe.  She married Charles Nelson Bales January 15, 1950, and he preceded her in death May 29, 1991.

She had been director of Hoosier Uplands Head Start and also served on the Hoosier Uplands board. Dolores had served as treasurer of Mitchell Senior Citizens, and was a member of the West Baden Springs Historical Society, Dunn Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, and was also a Happy Traveler.  She graduated from Mitchell High School in 1949, was a member of the First Christian Church in Mitchell and attended the Saltillo Christian Church.

Surviving:    children, Charles Eric “Rick” Bales, Mitchell
                                 Michael Wayne (Robyn) Bales, Mitchell
                                 Trudy Ann (Mark Craft) Bales, Fortville
                                 Tessa Lea (Joey) Schilling, Bloomington
               sweetheart, Ron Cash, Salem
                                 12 grandchildren
                                 17 great grandchildren

Her parents; husband; and siblings, Marie Baker, Raymond Briscoe, Bernard Briscoe, Alverta Todd, Mildred Meyers, and Maxine Briscoe, preceded her in death.

Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, February 2, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Brother Josh Brumfield officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

Friends may call from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, and from noon until the service on Sunday at the funeral home.

 Memorial Gifts: Mitchell Senior Citizens

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21 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: BeLinda Deckard Johnston | BloomingtonIN
    Date: February 8, 2014
    Trudy--I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I keep you in my prayers
  2. Guest: Donna Pruett/Gary Pruett | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 6, 2014
    Very sad about the loss of Dolores, a fine woman and one of the great leaders in our community. She always had a smile on her face and a passion for doing things for her family, especially her grandchildren, and for helping in the Mitchell community. She will be missed. Enjoy your memories, and God Bless!
  3. Guest: Derek and Cherie | Williams, In
    Date: February 6, 2014
    So sorry for the loss of your mom. She was always a sweet lady.
  4. Guest: Rick and Tammy Phillips | MITCHELLIN47446
    Date: February 3, 2014
    So sorry to hear of your loss, Dolores was a wonderful lady. We will miss seeing her out in the yard in the summer. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
  5. Guest: Paul & Kathy Stroud | Mitchell, IN.47446
    Date: February 3, 2014
    Thoughts and prayers to all of the families....may you find peace and comfort in all the fond memories of Dolores..God Bless!.
  6. Guest: Melinda Henry | Bloomington
    Date: February 3, 2014
    I know it is hard when you lose someone that is so dear to your heart and you love so much. I am so sorry for your loss Tess. I will be praying for you and your family is the coming days.
  7. Guest: ROBERT & MARY JANE CALENTINE | WASHINGTONCOURTHOUSE, OH
    Date: February 3, 2014
    We met Dolores once, but we wish we had known that lovely lady better. she must have been quite an asset to her family and the community. No wonder she was so beloved.
  8. Guest: Kathy Baker | LEAGUECITY
    Date: February 2, 2014
    Sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers. Blessings of peace be with you all. Kathy
  9. Guest: Kathy Lee (former MA for Terri Kimbley) | Gastonia, NC
    Date: February 2, 2014
    My thoughts and prayers got out to this wonderful woman's family and friends. It was a real blessing to have known her. Kathy Lee
  10. Guest: Margaret Staggs | Oolitic, IN
    Date: February 1, 2014
    Delores was not only a supervisor, she was a friend and co-worker. She treated everyone with respect. Rest in peace my friend.
  11. Guest: The Krout family | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 1, 2014
    Sorry about your loss. Delores was one of the sweetest ladies I knew & a great neighbor. We will miss running into her in the backyard. We will keep you all in our prayers.
  12. Guest: Misty (Gilbert) Hartness | Cincinnati, Ohio
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Tessa and family, It breaks my heart to hear of this passing - Dolores was always kind, and funny and such a great listener when i was in high school, like another mother!. Her spirit and her memory will always live on thru her children and grandchildren. Heaven has gained a wonderful angel, and someday - we shall all meet again.. My love and prayers to you all - xoxo Misty
  13. Guest: Dee Covey | Kempner, Tx
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Dolores was a special person. Not many people would have opened their home to complete strangers and this is exactly what Dolores did for my family. I have nothing but good memories when I think of this time. There is a home in heaven with the front door open and her name on the mailbox. God Bless
  14. Guest: Ruthanne & Danny Blackwell | Bedford, IN47421
    Date: January 31, 2014
    We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers.
  15. Guest: Karmen Caruso | Mitchell, IN.
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Sorry to hear of you loss. She was a great lady. she will be missed.
  16. Guest: Joe Vanzant | Mitchell, In
    Date: January 31, 2014
    So sorry to hear of Dolores passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
  17. Guest: Becky Rose | Bloomington, IN
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Dear Tess and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the sweet memories of your mother comfort you during this difficult time. Sincerely
  18. Guest: Dan Terrell | Mitchell, In
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Rick, Mike, Trudy, Tess Delores was a great 'Big Granny' to the kids & a good friend to me for more than 30 years. We all loved her & will miss her. My thoughts are with all of you & the grandchildren.
  19. Guest: Debbie Johnson | Bloomington, IN47403
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Tess, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
  20. Guest: Debra (Taylor) Miles | Corydon, IN
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Sorry for your loss. Growing up, I always admired Dolores. God's peace to all of you.
  21. Guest: Shilo Covey | Temple, TX
    Date: January 31, 2014
    Dolores was a very special woman who had a great impact on my life during my teen years. I will cherish the memories fondly.