David C. Kendall, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully with his children by his side, on February 24, 2019. He graduated from Arlington High School
David was drafted in to the US Army and served during the Vietnam War.
He was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for many, many years; working out of the Lawrence and Nora Branch. He retired in 2009. David volunteered his time as a swimming official for the Warren Aquatics Club, always there supporting his granddaughters. He also was a coach of Bel East and Pendleton Little Leagues.
David stayed young by keeping up with his 4 grandchildren. He was “sports of all sorts” fan and would attend any game of anyone who shared their schedules.
He is survived by his daughter, Michelle “Shelly” (Steve) Shuffitt; his son, Michael (John Gazda) Kendall; step-daughter, Shonda (Tom) Moore; 2 granddaughters, Allison and Sara Shuffitt; 2 grandsons, Jordan Dick and Sam Moore; siblings, Steve Kendall, Dick Kendall, Patti (John) Bucholtz, and Nancy (Jim) Rones; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Frank Kendall Jr. and Helen Louise Kendall; and grandson, Josh Shuffitt.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W Moore Chapel. Friends may come and share stories with his family from 4 p.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations be made in David’s name to the Warren Aquatics Club, 10403 Fairhaven Court, Indianapolis, IN 46229.
Carole Raquet says
Michael and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Terri Derkum says
Michael & Shelly, It is difficult losing a father but love will heal. So grateful that both of you were there for and with him. Many thoughts and prayers have been and continue to come your way.
Love you both 🙏🏼
Gwen White says
Shelly, so sorry for your loss! Your dad will be remembered by his many friends from Bel East. I will be out of town during his services this week, but will be thinking of you & praying for you & your family!
With love & condolences from Gwen (Ackerman) White.
Ken Kendall. says
Rest Easy Dave. We had a long run. You’ll be missed when I watch sports. Lot’s of good memories.
Ken Bush says
To the best second baseman at Prentice Little league back in the day and the old neighborhood- a good friend……. sorry for your loss. KB
NANCY KENDALL RONES says
What an awesome man my brother was. He was a good Son. Looked after mother with much care.
He was a good brother. I should know I am his baby sister.
He was a good Father. His children are amazing.
He was a good grandfather. He scheduled his time to be active with them.
He was a good Friend to many. He valued his family-made great memories with cousins and others
He was a good man who laughed and loved many. God Bless his family and friends
Michael Shearer says
A good friend in high school. Cross Country team mate.
T. Kelly says
May the family find comfort in loving memories, and in knowing that God is “close to those that are broken at heart; and he saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18) Our loving Creator, Jehovah God, has promised to soon “swallow up death forever…and wipe the tears from all faces” (Isaiah 25:8). With deepest sympathy.
Dick Kraege says
David was a good friend when we were growing up. The Kendall house was the center of activity for our neighborhood and David was the leader, organizing games and sports. David’s mom took us to see the Beatles in 1964. I’m very sorry for your family’s loss.
Evan Schiffli says
I was very fortunate to get to know Mr Kendall the past five years as his primary care doc. This man loved his grandkids, loved planning trips with them, even with all his health issues – rafting trips, Washington DC and NYC, etc. Please know my thoughts are with the family at this time, and may you take at least some comfort in the knowledge that this was a good and honorable man. A life well lived.