February 25, 1940 ~ September 7, 2008
Aletha Weir Herring was born February 25, 1940 to James and Addie Weir, who preceded her in death. Although Aletha loved her family and friends, she was tired and told the Lord she was ready to come home. Her prayers were answered on Sunday morning, September 7, 2008. Aletha was married to David Herring on December 22, 1986. When she married David, she accepted his children and treated them as her own. She was an Indianapolis native and had been a Sales and Leasing Consultant in the automotive industry for over thirty years, with a tenure of twenty-five years at Lockhart Cadillac. A pioneer in her own right, Aletha attributed her success to building a rapport with what she considered a bond much more than just a client, but a friend. She earned her customers trust and realized that to do repeat business; you had to do more than just sell a vehicle. Honesty is the key. Aletha was honored more than fourteen times by Lockhart Cadillac as Salesperson of the Year. Her customers referred and kept coming back because of her reputation which was based on honesty and integrity. Whether it was in her personal or professional life, Aletha deals straight she would not misrepresent anything. Some of her customers would even travel from out of state to purchase their cars from her. Anyone that knows Aletha knew that she had a compassion for giving and making people happy. She was good to her family, friends and those that she just met if they had a need, she would try her best to meet it. She enjoyed giving. Aletha accepted Christ at an early age at the First Church of Christ Holiness, U.S.A. and attended Sunday School, Holiness Young Peoples Union and served as the musician for many years. In fact, when ever she received a call, she would willingly go back to serve the church where she found Christ. She was an active member of Light of the World Christian Church and faithfully attended until her health failed her. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, David L. Herring, Jr.; sons, Harold L. Bell (Johnnye), Steven Herring Sr. (Nitasha) and Shawn Herring (April); daughters, Stephanie Herring-Johnson and Candy Watts; sisters, Altheria Madry (Wendell), Carole Toler (James), Nerissa Hunt (Charles), Diana E. Weir and Alvernia Johnson (Darryl); brothers, James C. Weir, Walter Weir and Richard Weir (Angie); sister-in-law, Yolanda Weir; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nephews, cousins and friends. Her daughter, Denise E. Bell preceded her in death on September 5, 1994. Visitations:Friday, September 12, 20086:00 pm - 9:00 pmLavenia, Smith & SummersChapel of PeaceSaturday, September 13, 2008 10:00 am - 11:00 amLight of the World Christian ChurchService:Saturday, September 13, 2008 11:00 amLight of the World Christian ChurchBurial:Washington Park North CemeteryDonations may be made to:The Community R.U.L.E.(Reading, Understanding, Learning & Education)www.communityrule.orgemail: thecommunityrule1@comcast.net
To the family and friends of Aletha we send our condolences. We loved and will miss her very much. God will be getting a special person. We always considered Aletha a special person and a true friend. To David, we are saddend for your lose. David and M
To my hero,my best friend,and my mentor.I love you so much and you will be sadly missed.It conforts me to know God has a plan for you. You told me many times you were ready to go and start your journey in heaven.I am sure we will see each other again some
Aletha will always be remembered as a strong Christian woman that had a heart as large as her faith. She was always friendly, caring and giving to everyone. We will miss her, but happy that she is in the arms of the Lord. Our lives have been blessed b
Altheria, Carole, Nerissa, Diana, Sonny, Walter,Richard, ‘Jumbo’:) and the ENTIRE family, please know that we CONTINUE to pray for your strength and peace during this time. In times like these, what do we do? We STAND!!!…In Jesus’ name. Love, Debora(You
Jumbo- I am so sorry for the loss of Ms. Aletha, she was a very special and friendly person and she will be dearly missed. Remember all the great memories you shared with her and know that she will always be with you in your heart. God is with you in a
I had the privilege of working with Aletha at Lockhart Cadillac. She was always great to me as the new guy and car sales rookie. I was always struck by her class, dignity, grace, and faith and will always remember the positive impact she had on my life.
Family, I am sorry to hear about Mrs. Aletha passing on, she is in a much better place than we are. She has made it, we can only pray that we will make there one day. Hold on to the memories that you’ve shared with her. God Bless You All! You are in our
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to the Herring family for such a loss. Aletha has been apart of our family for many, many, many years. She will be sadly missed. Love forever, the Carey’s, Stewart’s and Craig Family. May god bless everyone who
The family is in our prayers. We have known Aletha all of her life. She was always a joy to see and speak to. May God bless and strenghen you.