- Date Of Birth: December 1, 1928
- Date Of Death: January 17, 2020
- State: Indiana
Esther Pauline (Lawhon) Jarvis, 91, the matriarch of our family, passed away unexpectedly at Community Hospital on January 17, 2020. She is now in the arms of Jesus and those who passed before her. A journey of eternal life has begun.
Esther was born in Noblesville, IN to George and Cora Ellen (Dellinger) Lawhon on December 1, 1928. She was raised in Indianapolis and Noblesville area. She was a graduate from Noblesville High School. She also lived in the Pendleton area before moving to Anderson where she resided most of her life. Esther worked various jobs starting at a grocery store in Noblesville. She also worked in Pendleton and Anderson at the Browney Root Beer stand before becoming a manager at the well-known restaurant in Anderson, The Toast. She spent most of her career with General Motors and retired after 30 years.
In her later years, her most rewarding work was a caregiver. Being a caregiver was a joy for Esther and her compassion of giving to others was no surprise. This prepared her for becoming a caregiver for her own sons. Her love of being outside to garden, watching the birds and going fishing to catch the “big-one” gave her much happiness. She loved going to the movies especially western and watching John Wayne. Her most treasured attribute was her dish of chicken and noodles. They were a crowd pleaser and one of the talking points at the dinner table. Esther was loving and very devoted to her family. Her spirit, wit, wisdom, strong will, loving, caring and giving to others will be missed. Our memories of her are embedded in our minds and hearts, and will no doubt be cherished forever. Our family was truly blessed, and it was an honor to have her in our lives.
Esther is survived by her sons, Rodney (Linda Habjan) Jarvis, Robert (Bobby) Jarvis, daughter, Denise (John) Blevins. Her family has grown over the years bringing a total of fourteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Beloved sister Marjorie Quear and brother Ernest Lawhorn, several nieces and nephews, and her adorable furry companion, Zero. A special thank you to cousins Beverly Bradley for her help in caring for Esther and the loving support from Debbie Arms.
Esther is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sandra Kay Jarvis; her sons, Ricki and Ronald Jarvis; granddaughter, Devin Jarvis and siblings, Jack Lawhon, James Lawhon and Charles Lawhorn, Sarah Brooks and Phyllis Oakes.
