Mary Drinkut Tubbs, 80, Greenwood, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2014. She was born in Indianapolis on September 10, 1933 to Edison Drinkut and Geraldine Kremiller Suddeth. Mary attended Arsenal Tech High School Class of 1951 and was a former realtor. She was a member of Baxter YMCA, where she participated in the Active Older Adults Club. She also was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Charlotte Drinkut Ball. She is survived by her husband, Thomas W Tubbs; son, Thomas (Kathy) Tubbs Jr.; daughter, Tracy (Lucian) Potter, owner of Bath and Beyond Pet Salon; grandchildren, Katie Dolder, Karie Trackwell and Lindsey Manford; great grandchildren, Cray Dolder and Marshall Trackwell; 5 sisters, Sue, Elizabeth, Barbara, and Ruth; and brother, Gerald. A memorial service will be held on July 13th from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Reserve at Timbers Edge Clubhouse, 880 Ravenwood Drive, Greenwood, IN 46142. Friends may sign her online guest book at www.indianafuneralcare.com.
Mary Jo Gallagher says
Dear Tom… I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s death. What the obituary didn’t say was how the four of us spent nearly every weekend together for twelve years! I will always cherish those years and our friendship. Mary’s wisdom and experienced saved me a lot of grief raising Michele and Joey and I am still grateful for that. Looking over the names of your grandchildren and great-grandchildren… wow, I can’t believe all that time has passed. I put the 13th on my calendar and will see you then and look forward to seeing Tommy and Tracy again and all the kids. Much love and sympathy. Mary Jo
Douglas Faubion says
Very sorry to here this news. Hang in there Tom.
Doug
Nancy Bolthouse says
Dear Tom, so sorry to hear about Mary. We sure used to have many good times at IBM and elsewhere. Take good care of yourself and your family. And know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many friends.
Nancy Bolthouse
Grand Rapids, MI
Steve Coyle says
Tom, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I haven’t seen you all in years, but my memories of the two of you are of a fun loving couple that brightened wherever you were. Take care, and know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Terry & Maxine Russell says
We send our sincerest sympathies to Tom and his family for their loss. Mary was such a great person and she will be sorely missed by all who had met and knew her over the years.
Pat Wagaman says
Dear Tom and Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of Mary. She will be missed. May you be blessed with memories that comfort you. Mary was a neat Lady.
Pat Wagaman
Gale Wuollet says
Dear Tom and Family: We’re so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. The Lord’s going to help y’all through this difficult time. Trust in him. We pray all of you his Peace and Blessings. Pat & Gale
Kay Wade says
Tom, I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s death. What great friends you were and what great fun we had together. I never see wallpaper that I don’t think of the damage your dog did when Mary started to work part-time and left the dog home alone. She was such a funny lady I know you will miss her very much.
Hobey Buchanan says
Tom,
Although I didn’t know Mary very well, I often heard you speak of her affectionately. Those are the memories you will need to think of often to help you get through this. Kay and I want to offer our sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
Kay and Hobey Buchanan
Melvin Kruse says
Tom,Yokel and I extend our sympathy to you
and your family. We do find John 11: v 25,26 very consoling. Mel
JOYCE(ALEXANDER)DISBOROUGH says
TO ALL OF MARY TUBBS FAMILY
I WAS SHOCKED AND SADDENED UPON LEARNING OF MARY’S DEATH. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MARY LEAVES A BIG VOID HERE AT THE BAXTER Y – WITH HER MANY FRIENDS AND HER WONDERFUL SENSE
OF HUMOR.
JOYCE(Alexander)DISBOROUGH
Alberta Smith says
Tom, I just wanted to say that I always enjoyed being around Mary. She was always friendly and fun. We spent time together in the Women’s Auxiallry.
Just take care of yourself and be sure you get out every day and do something even if it’s only to go in a store and walk around. I know from experience that it’s been rough for you both. Take care, Bert
Michele Steinmetz says
Tom, Tracy and Tubbs Family: Stan (Stach) and I are very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our deepest sympathies are being sent to you all today.
Nancy Lindzy says
Dear Tom, Tom Jr. and Tracy,
I was so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. All of you hold a special place in my heart and I have such warm memories of our time together so long ago. Know that I am thinking of you now and wishing you comfort at this difficult time.
Joe Stanko says
Tom, My son Chris just informed me of Mary’s passing, God bless her she was a great friend to us settling into Indianapolis. Always a smile, and providing assistance when ever we needed it…I’ll always remember her great laugh…On a brighter note, it pleases me to know that you are still with us..which is no insignificant feat at our age. God Bless You, Tom Jr., Tracy and your family. we’ll keep You guys in our prayers… Joe Stanko