Frank L. Hiatt

Frank L. Hiatt, age 72, of Arcadia, IN died Monday, September 5, 2011 at his home. He was born April 3, 1939 at Arcadia, IN to Raleigh W. and Lavina (Ross) Hiatt. He was a graduate of Jackson Central High School Class of 1957.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1964 and later the Army Reserves during the Viet-Nam War and the Cuban Crisis as a multi-engine mechanic for aircraft and helicopters. He also worked repairing aircraft instruments. He was employed at Kokomo Chrysler Transmission Plant for 40 years, retiring in 1997.

Frank was a member of the Arcadia Church of the Brethren, a life member of Cicero American Legion Post #341 where he had served as Post Commander and Post Officer participating in many military funeral services, Elwood Conservation Club, Tipton Loyal Order of the Moose, National Rifle Association, NRA Legion of Honor, and Union Local #685. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and trapper even in his grade school days. He loved animals, especially the dogs and horses that he owned.

Surviving him is a daughter: Jamie Hiatt Campbell of Martinsville, IN. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents is a brother: Ross Hiatt.

Private graveside rites will be held at the Arcadia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arcadia Chruch of the Brethren or Hamilton County Humane Society. Hartley Funeral Homes Arcadia, IN is handling the arrangements. Graveside Service
Arcadia Cemetery @ Church of the Brethren 8989 E. 266th Street
Arcadia, IN