Ernest Medaris Jr. passed away August 2, 2019. A visitation will be Friday, August 9 from 4:00-8:00pm at Albertsons Mortuary, 1775 N Sherman Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46218. A Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Albertsons Mortuary.
Ernest Medaris (Bud) passed away August 2, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born August 1, 1945 in Hickman Kentucky to the late Ernest Medaris Sr. and Ruthie Scott Medaris. Survivors include his wife, Marsha Hardy-Madaris; brothers, Charles, Robert Lee, Jerry (Lois) and Earl (Carol) Medaris; sister, Margaret (George) Turner; children, Keith and Eric Medaris, Monica (Damien) Artis, Christina (Tom) Jones; grandchildren, Keith Jr., Alia, Javen, and Ericka Medaris, Damon Taylor Jr., John Keller Jr., Jacob and Myles Artis: several nieces, nephews, cousins and grandchildren. He also leaves behind his two little dogs. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Larry Medaris and daughter, Shawna Medaris. Ernie graduated from Shortridge High School in 1964, while at Shortridge High he was a member of several clubs, including, Folic, Echo, and Red Cross Agents. After Highs School he enlisted in the United States Army. He returned to Indianapolis and worked for the United States postal service for 40+ years and early in his career he served as the Vice President of the Post Office Union. He retired from the post office due to illness. Ernest was an avid traveler and enjoyed jazz music. Ernest (Bud) will be dearly missed by his family and friends.