Margaret Frances Combs

Indianapolis - Margaret Frances Combs, 90, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. She was born July 10, 1929 in Gallatin, TN to the late John Thomas Bruce, Sr. and Bertha May Buck Bruce. Margaret was one of thirteen children. She was married to the late Rex Combs for 43 years. She was employed by John Sexton Foods where she served as a label maker and in several other positions. She retired after 36 years of service.

Margaret liked to wallpaper, paint and decorate her home. Her favorite pastime was reading, especially her Bible. She also enjoyed going to church and spending time with her family and friends.

Margaret was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rex Combs; son, Kevin Graves; son-in-law, Ricky Maxey; and 12 siblings. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Maxey; step-son, David Combs; sister, Dorothy Bruce McNeill; granddaughters, Amanda (Michael Woodruff) Maxey and Natalie Graves; grandsons, Joseph Maxey and his wife, Jennifer, Thomas Graves and Tyler Graves; great grandchildren: Joshua, Amy, Collin, Quentin, Olivia and Madeline; and many other beloved family members and dear friends.

A celebration of Margaret's life will be conducted at a later date at Fountain Square Church of Christ. Please continue to support Margaret's family during this difficult time by clicking the "Share Memories" icon above and sharing your memories, thoughts and prayers.