Walter "Ted" Rugenstein

Walter “Ted” Rugenstein, 64 of Martinville, passed away February 12, 2016 at Meadow Lakes in Mooresville after an extended illness. He was born September 17, 1951 in Indianapolis to the late Evans and Frieda (Jones) Rugenstein.

Walter worked as a pipe fitter at General Motors for 26 years, retiring in 2009. He was an active member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Martinsville.

His brother, Evans “Sonny” Rugenstein; one sister, Diane Hatley and his beloved canine companion, Indy also preceded him in death.

Survivors include his two sons, Daniel T. (Amber) Rugenstein of California and Tyson L. (Joy) Rugenstein of Camby; brother, David Rugenstein of Colorado; sister, Anita Hedrick of Danville; two grandchildren, Rayah, also known as his ray of sunshine and Cary.

Family and friends will gather for visitation from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15 in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory in Mooresville. Rev. Nathan Janssen will conduct the funeral service on Tuesday, February 16 at 11:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Lutheran in Martinsville; additional calling will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, to honor Ted’s love and devotion to animals, please consider making a donation to the Morgan County Humane Society; envelopes will be made available at the funeral home or visit www.mchumanesoc.org.