James Edward "Jim" Estridge

James Edward Estridge, 87, of Carmel, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at his home. He was born on June 6, 1927 to Elmer and Hannah (Houser) Estridge in Dayton, Ohio.
Jim's family moved to the Indianapolis area in the early 1930's. He began working when he was young, helping out on milk routes, dairy farms, and also working with his father in his five grocery stores. As he grew into adulthood, he continued working in his dad's stores and also drove a school bus for Carmel Clay Schools from 1951 to 1978. He became a used car dealer and also opened his own grocery store in Jolietville, Indiana. He then went on to work for Union State Bank, where he worked for 15 years; then worked for his brother at Paul Estridge Company for 10 years. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lou Ann Estridge; children, Ed Estridge, Peggy Estridge Latta, John (Kelly) Estridge, and Carla (Habib) Azar; brother, Donald E. Estridge; grandchildren, Amber & Christine Latta, Chloe Bass, Diana Smith, Colton & Cody Estridge, and Habib Azar Jr.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Paul E. Estridge, Sr.
Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 11:00 am until the time of service. Brad Smith will officiate. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.
Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society for Hamilton County, 1721 Pleasant Street, Suite B, Noblesville, IN 46060.