Martha M. Ledford

Martha Ledford, 87, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday October 23, 2024 at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.

She was born March 22, 1937 in Shelby Co. to Earl Taylor and Mable (Wilson) Taylor.

Martha proudly received her G.E.D. at the age 40.  She then earned her degree from University of Florida as a certified Dietary manager.  In 1992 she received an award from Indiana Health Care for outstanding achievement in dietary management. She worked at Heritage House and Manor for 24 years. She also worked at Walker House and Waldron Heath, as well as, Walmart.

She was a member of American Legion for over 20 years.

Martha enjoyed playing games, bingo and traveling new places.  Most of all she enjoyed helping "Red" grow tomatoes,  tending to her flowers and walking her little dog, Scooter.

She married Shirley "Red" Ledford on September 21, 1957 and he preceded her in death on May 23, 2018.

Her family was her pride and joy and she is survived by her sons, Bruce (wife, Mary) Ledford of Indianapolis and Bryan Ledford of Bloomfield; her grandchildren, John Ledford, Michelle (husband, Adam) Woodall, Crystal (husband, Nate) Harless, Lauren Demaree and Ellie Demaree; her great-grandchildren, Konner Ledford, Carson Woodall, Carly Lynn Woodall and Ryleigh Mcginnis; her brother, Earl Taylor. Jr.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, "Red"; her son Kenneth Ledford and her brother, Robert Taylor.

A Graveside service will be Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Lewis Creek Baptist Cemetery (Wilsons Corner) in Shelby Co. with Pastor Jose Rivera officiating.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Martha's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.