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Thelma Self

May 19, 1941 — February 25, 2026

West Baden Springs

Thelma Self, 84 of West Baden Springs, Indiana entered into eternal rest on February 25th, 2026 at Springs Valley Meadows.

She was born in Gary, Indiana on May 19th, 1941 to Wallace and Alvenia (Brosmer) McFarland.

Thelma married Frank Self on June 19th, 1960 and he preceded her in death on May 28th, 2015.

She was also preceded in death by her Parents.

Thelma was a 1959 graduate of Springs Valley High School, member of Beechwood Christian Church and retired from Dr. Hagen’s office after many years of serving patients in the valley.

She enjoyed gardening and decorating her home, but most of all she loved spending time with her family.

Thelma is survived by:

Daughters – Michele Self of West Baden Springs, Indiana

Joni Randle (Donny) of Lebanon, Tennessee

Brother – Keith McFarland of Knoxville, Tennessee

Sisters – Martha Taylor of Columbiana, Ohio

Carolyn McFarland of Hardeeville, South Carolina

Grandchildren – Chloe Guerra (Cole) and Jonah Randle

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the nurses and staff of Springs Valley Meadows for the compassionate care they provided to Thelma and her family.

FUNERAL CEREMONY

A Funeral Ceremony will be Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) at Beechwood Christian Church with burial to follow at Patoka Memorial Cemetery.

VISITATION

Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Beechwood Christian Church.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Beechwood Christian Church, P.O. Box 28, French Lick, Indiana 47432 or Patoka Memorial, c/o Carl Allen, 9491 W. State Road 56, French Lick, Indiana 47432.

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Visitation

Saturday, February 28, 2026

10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Beechwood Christian Church

8535 IN-56, French Lick, IN 47432

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Funeral Ceremony

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Beechwood Christian Church

8535 IN-56, French Lick, IN 47432

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Burial

Saturday, February 28, 2026

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