Ardie K. Estes passed away on February 16, 2025, at Reid Healthcare in Richmond at the age of 68.  Ardie was born on March 19, 1956, in Connersville, IN, the son of the late Hezekiah and Geraldine Isaacs Estes.

Ardie was retired, having worked for Roots Blower for over 25 years.  He had a love for the outdoors.  You could find him hunting, fishing, working in his garden, or mushroom hunting.  He loved going boating and camping and spending time with his family.

His memory and love will be held close to the hearts of his daughters, Katrena (Wayne) Harris, Jalena (Eric) Ball and Latasha Estes; a son, Jeremiah ( Melissa) Estes; sisters, Edith (Dwight) Isaacs, Vonda (Butch) Lee, Darlene (Merdy) Cox and Patty (Dee) Russell; grandchildren, Jordan, Makayla, Trent, Ethan, Hailey and Jeremiah; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, 513 W 8th Street Connersville, on Saturday February 22, 2025, at 1:00 pm.  Friends and family may gather from 10:00 am until the hour of the service.   Ardie will be laid to rest at Dale Cemetery.