Mary Rose Paddack Martin Duncan

June 1, 1927 – March 13, 2022

Mary Rose Paddack Martin Duncan, 94, of Indianapolis, formerly of Crawfordsville, passed away at 12:42 PM Sunday, March 13, 2022 in Forum at the Crossing, Indianapolis.

She was born June 1, 1927 to the late Harriet Ellis Paddack and Reid Paddack.

Mary Rose ‘Rosie’ grew up on a farm in Montgomery County and attended Bowers School. She attended one year at Indiana University School of Music. She was known for her beautiful singing voice and she sang many solos in choirs at the churches she became a part of in the communities where she resided throughout her life. She continued to sing in her church choir until she was nearly 90. Her family was very proud of her.

Throughout the years she enjoyed taking part in various organizations in her community. She was an excellent homemaker and seamstress. Besides enjoying creating beautiful clothes, she also enjoyed all types of needlework and crafts. She was also bookkeeper for the family farm for many years. She developed a love for the game of golf during her winters in Florida and continued to play into her late eighties. She loved her family dearly and they all loved her! She had a long full life and will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her brother, Gordon Paddack, daughter, Anita Hopper (wife of Don Hopper); six grandchildren, Jeff Hopper, Eric (Julie) Hopper, Mathew (Blake Salter) Hopper, Corey (Jeff) Deckard, Tracey (Paul) Hembree and Andy Springer; 14 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great- grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two younger brothers as children; her first husband, Ross Martin; second husband, Gordon Paddack; daughter, Rhonda Springer (wife of Phil Springer).

The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff of Forum at the Crossing where she resided the past three years. Also appreciation to caregivers who loved and cared for her over the past few months include Kim Graves, Marcia Wilson, Paige Rogers and Dilma Herrera.

Graveside services will be held and announced at a later date. Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate is assisting the family. Visit us online to sign the guestbook or share a memory at www.familyandfriendsfh.com