Benjamin Scholl

Benjamin Heinrich Scholl, 28, of Indianapolis, Indiana was carried home to heaven Sunday, August 5th, 2012, where he was welcomed into the arms of those who have gone before. He is preceded in death by paternal Grandfather Philip Scholl Sr., paternal Great Grandparents Heinrich and Anna Siepmann and Frank and May Scholl, maternal Grandfather Ira A. Merriman, maternal Great Grandparents Herbert and Aretta Hartman, and Ira and Jennie Merriman, his loving Aunt Rosemary Merriman, and his friend and "brother" David W. Dankert. Ben was born early on the morning of April 21st, 1984 in a cabin tucked in the Black Hills of Peidmont, South Dakota, the son of Philip Scholl and Stephany Scholl. A 2002 graduate of Pike High School, Benjamin worked as an arborist. Benjamin is survived by his parents, Philip and Stephany Scholl of Indianapolis, sister Athena Scholl of Indianapolis, best friend and brother Noah Scholl, sister-in-law Charity Limerace, and niece Emma of Indianapolis, Grandmother Hannalore Scholl of Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, Uncle and Aunt, Robert and Lauren Scholl of Green Bay Wisconsin, Grandmother Mary Merriman of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Uncles and Aunts, Jack and Kate Hornerkamp, Keith and Nancy Merriman, Jerry and Andrea Dunlevy, Kevin Merriman, Daniel and Aretta Larimore, Mindy and Dennis Hochstetler, Jim and Monica Merriman, Peter and Leah Merriman and many first and second cousins. Benjamin will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends will remember his vivacious, outgoing spirit and ready smile. His family will remember him for his generous gentle heart, quick wit, humor, imagination, and solid-heart warming hugs. Ben spent his childhood exploring the world with his best friend and brother Noah. Where Noah went Ben followed, they built forts, climbed trees, dreamed, and imagined together. Ben enjoyed outdoor activities including, fishing, camping, and soccer. He loved music and had a keen fashion sense and individual style. Ben was outgoing and was always up for anything. He was an avid Green Bay Packers, Colts (as long as they were not playing each other) and Pacers fan. He found great joy in children and shared their adventurous playful spirit. He was a devoted uncle and godparent. Ben loved, the way that we are meant to love one another, with faithfulness and compassion. A note tucked inside his Bible reads, "A thousand miles seems pretty far, but I'd walk to you if I had no other way." He was a constant friend, loving son and brother. Benjamin will be laid to rest with his Oma and Opa in Bailey's Harbor, Wisconsin. Visitation and memorial services will be held at College Park Church in Indianapolis Indiana. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.flannerbuchanan.com or sent to: 8025 West 88th Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46278. You are invited to go to the Guest Book page to pass along your personal message or tell a story. Sincerely, -Your friends at Flanner and Buchanan