Rosanne Joyce Iles, 76, a life-long resident of Indianapolis, passed away on July 17, 2016 after a short battle with cancer. Rosanne was born in Indianapolis on February 26, 1940 to Ralph L. and Edith L. (McKeel) Iles. Rosanne was in the first graduating class of North Central High School (Class of 1958) and later attended the Herron School of Art. While in high school, Rosanne worked as a car hop at Borky’s Drive-In in Broad Ripple. Rosanne later worked for several years at the G&W Food Giant on North Michigan Road before taking a position with the Howard C. Sams Company in the late 1970s. Rosanne loved horses and enjoyed art.
Rosanne was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph L. and Edith L. Iles. She is survived by her five brothers: Bill (Brenda) Iles, Chris (Nancy) Iles, Steve (Diana) Iles, Tom (Jane) Iles, Bob Iles, 4 nieces and 6 nephews, along with several great-nieces and great-nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to the Brookdale Hospice Indianapolis, 5354 West 62nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46268 or to your favorite charity. Private family services will be held at a later date.
pr. laurin vance says
I was Rosanne’s pastor at Salem Lutheran for all the years I was there (18). She was an always faithful member attending worship, Bible studies and other church events. Lots of trials for her, for sure, but in my experience, she never wavered in faith. I’m assured that she held to her baptismal promise of being in always God’s gracious care.
I’m very sorry that she has died. I moved away in 2010, so didn’t have more communication from her, other than cards and a couple letters. She was so attentive to her mother in her last years – I heard many stories of Rosanne’s growing up in Pike and how much she cherished you and your parents and their role in her life.
May she find peace in God’s eternal hands.
In Jesus name – Pr. Vance