S. Creston Eckart

S. Creston Eckart 84 of Indianapolis passed into eternity to be with his LORD Saturday, November 17th, at 1:27pm. He was surrounded by his loving wife Charlotte, four sons and their families. Creston touched countless lives through his selfless service in pastoral ministry as well as roles in public education as a teacher and principal. Born in Dogwood, IN on April 25th, 1928, Creston was born the fourth of seven children to the late Straude Ray & Myrtle (McKim) Eckart. He is survived by his sister, Bonnie Brown. He is also survived by his wife of 62 years Charlotte (Long) Eckart, and four sons Philip (Karen), Daniel (Laurie), Paul (Kelly), and Jeffrey (Arianna). Creston was blessed with 10 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. He was a devoted husband to his wife and amazing father to his sons and left them with a wealth of wisdom and memories. His life and laugh were contagious to all who were around him. Creston earned three bachelors degrees from Frankfort Bible College and Indiana Wesleyan University, as well as a Masters degree from Indiana State University. He was both teacher and principal at Ora Public School from 1954-1959, taught at New Palestine High School in English & History from 1959-1963, and at Noblesville HIgh School from 1963-1983 in English & History. He was an outstanding member of society not only in these roles, but also as a member and President of Kiwanis Club in Indianapolis. An ordained minister in the Pilgrim Holiness Denomination (and later in the Wesleyan Denomination) he pastored at Farmington Pilgrim Holiness Church in Farmington, MO from 1951-1952, at Antioch Pilgrim Holiness Church in Bass Lake, IN from 1954-1959, and at Warren Park Wesleyan Church in Indianapolis, IN from 1959-1993. His last pastorate at Warren Park was for 34 years, and the church honored him and Charlotte with a trip to the Holy Land. After retirement, he continued on as Assistant Pastor beside the current Senior Pastor, his son, Reverend Daniel Eckart at Warren Park, focused primarily on visitation ministry, right up until the time of his death. He was honored for 60 years of pastoral service by the Wesleyan Church. His relationship to God was the most important priority in his life. Creston touched young and old throughout his life through his faith in Christ and generous living. His faith centered around one of his favorite Scriptures, Matthew 6:33. Everyone who knew him saw the love of God shine through in how he lived his daily life. His unending desire was to point everyone he could to the love of his Savior. He had a special gift to connect with whoever he met and made everyone feel welcome. A home going celebration of his life will be held on Friday, November 23rd at 4pm at Eastlawn Wesleyan Church located at 3400 N Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226. Viewing and a reception will be held from 2-4pm before the memorial service at Eastlawn. Memorial gifts and donations are to be given to Warren Park Wesleyan Church at 6401 E. 14th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219. Creston's family has set up a Twitter account in his memory and honor with his memorable thoughts and quotes at Twitter.com/crestoneckart. (@crestoneckart). 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