COLUMBUS
Valerie Starr Voelz, 37, of Columbus, passed away at 11 p.m. at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Care Facility.
Valerie was born January 24, 1982 in Columbus, the daughter of Jeffrey W. and Gloria D. Cardinal Voelz.
Valerie graduated from Columbus North High School in 2000, and attended Indiana State University. She grew up being a member of the Bartholomew County Circle C Horse and Pony 4-H Club where she learned to show horses, using that knowledge as she participated in regional competitions as an adult. Valerie spent her childhood growing up at Grandview Lake where she enjoyed outdoor and water activities. She loved spending time with her family and friends, and enjoyed art, especially painting.
A private service will be held at a later date with the Rev. Jim Pursley officiating. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Our Hospice of South Central Indiana or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Valerie is survived by her parents; a daughter Chloe C. Voelz of Columbus; a brother Grant J. (Jenna) Voelz of Columbus; as well as nieces Vivian and Isabelle, and nephew, Leonidas Voelz.
Arrangements are provided by Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home.
You are invited to light a virtual candle and send a message to the family via the internet. Information: www.jewellrittman.com.
