LaVern Wayne “Vern” Altemeyer
March 12, 1938
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May 26, 2018
LaVern Wayne “Vern” Altemeyer, 80, of Pensacola Beach, Florida, formerly of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at his Indiana residence near Scottsburg. He was born on March 12, 1938 in Scottsburg, Indiana, the son of the late William Henry Altemeyer and Alta Mace (Winslow) Altemeyer. Vern graduated from Scottsburg High School in 1956 and then attended Transylvania University for a year. He then transferred to the University of Illinois, where he earned his Bachelors Degree in Business. Vern later earned his Masters Degree in Counseling from IUPUI in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was married on August 20, 1960 to Barbara (Schwier) Altemeyer, who survives. Vern retired from Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis, Indiana, after 33 years. While with Eli Lilly, Vern and his wife Barbara, were able to live in numerous cities including Indianapolis, Toronto and Mexico City. After retirement, they lived in Pensacola Beach, Florida. Vern played on the 1956 Indiana Allstar Basketball team and was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in 1985. He was also a member of the Zoah Christian Church in Scottsburg, Indiana. Vern was an avid collector of antique clocks, loved John Wayne movies and watching his grandson, Grey, play hockey. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Lawrence Altemeyer and a sister, Mary Dieterlen. Survivors in addition to his wife, Barbara, include a son, Stuart Wayne Altemeyer, his wife Shelli Altemeyer and grandson, Grey Wayne Altemeyer of Cumming, Georgia. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions can be made to: Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame c/o Collins Funeral Home 465 W. McClain Avenue Scottsburg, Indiana 47170. Online condolences:www.collinsfuneralhome.net.
From: John Gladstein
My sincere condolences. Vern was a good man. He and my dad were great friends.
From: Mary Jo Tibbits
S-o-o-o sorry for you to lose the love of your life. Just be thankful he did not suffer - which is all we can ask for. Anything you need, let me help.
From: lois Hausman
I am so sorry to hear about Vern's passing
From: Pete & Kay
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From: Shelby Smith
We are so sorry for your sudden loss. You and your family are being held close in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know when you return to the beach.
From: Jim Wolf
My sincere condolences and thoughts with the entire family.
From: Barbara Landfair
Barbara, I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband. Wishing you peace in the precious memories of the beautiful life you have shared.
From: Theresa Black
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I know that he was a treasure to all who shared his life. I offer my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
From: Becky Harger
A kind man. Such a wonderful spirit. Always made me smiled. The beach will miss you.
From: Mike & Annette Murphy
We were so sorry to hear of LaVern's passing. What a gentle, kind, and loving spirit he was. We always enjoyed visiting with the two of you at the Leota Frolic and the Scottsburg Alumni. Know that you, Barbara, and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
From: Joe Kack
Vern recruited me to join Eli Lilly in 1963 and forever indebted to him. Sympathies go out to entire family as Vern was a really good man who will be missed by all those who knew him. So sorry.!!
From: Dicksie Booker
Very sorry to hear of Verns passing. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
From: rene lewin
My deepest sympathy to LaVern's wife and family for their loss. I worked with LaVern at Eli Lilly and he was a great asset to the Company and his colleagues.
From: Bob Moses
Vern fit perfectly the definition of a wonderful and very genuine human being -- always willing to help, great sense of humor, absolute integrity about everything he did and everything he said. I, along with all of Vern’s friends, will remember Vern as a person you could talk to about absolutely anything. He would listen intently, respond accordingly and that always, always made us feel good. What more could one ask of friendship. Vern was a great friend and just a great guy – in every respect. We will miss you Vern but will retain wonderful memories of your friendship. You brightened the life of everyone you met. Nobody could ask for a better friend than that. Rest in peace FRIEND.
From: Tom and Cindy Gantt
Vern was one of the first Lilly employees we met upon moving to Indianapolis. Over the years we became very close friends with Vern and his family. We made several Caribbean cruises together and had great fun living at Pensacola Beach. Vern was a warm and gentle man to all those who knew him. Our prayers go out to Barbara and family. We will miss you, Vern. Your friends forever.
From: Pam & Art Leibowitz
Know that you're all in our thoughts & our hearts. He will be missed by his wonderful family.
From: Carry Bateman Gray
We grew up in the same neighborhood. Spent many evenings swinging in Alta's backyard listening to family stories . Miss those times. Some very good memories of your family. Hugs
From: Rita Murrell
Barbara, I am so very to hear about your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From: Les (Sonny) & Kaye Voyles
Kaye grew up knowing Vern and his family at Zoah church and the neighborhood and Sonny knew him from Scottsburg High and we both have fond memories of him! Our sincere condolences to Barbara, Stuart, Shelli and Grey.
From: Janet McGinnis Thomson
Barbara, I send my sympathy and understanding in the loss of your dear husband, Vern, and a friend from Transy days. I was married to Jerry Thomson who played basketball w/ Vern at Transy in 1960-61. .. another 6'6" and very kindhearted gentleman. He passed away in 2004. So I can commensurate with you in your loss. Reflect on all those good memories and take encouragement from your family and friends. Sincerely, Janet M. Thomson
From: Dick & Sharon Arbuckle
We are sorry to hear of Vern's passing. We enjoyed our visits with you and Vern. Barbara you are in our prayers.
From: Cindy Curran
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers
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