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Miss Grace Catherine LaSell
<p>Grace Catherine LaSell peacefully joined her Heavenly Father at 5:03 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at IU Methodist Hospital. Grace was born on December 30, 2006 in Columbus, IN. She is survived by her father Tyler (Jenny) LaSell and mother Laura (Steve) Nelson, sister Elise LaSell, half-brother Cameron LaSell, and step siblings Leif Nelson, Annistyn and Addilynn Coffman, grandparents Bill and Carmen LaSell, grandmother Linda Lewis, and countless friends and mentors who touched her life.</p><p><br></p><p>Grace began a difficult health journey in 2019, at age 12. She persevered through her medical challenges, playing middle school basketball for Northside Middle School and participating in their choir performances.</p><p><br></p><p>Grace followed in her parents’ and older sister’s footsteps and attended Columbus East High School, where she was a member of Center Stage show choir and the golf team all four years. She was a three-time regional qualifier in golf and captain her senior year. She also earned lead roles in her school’s musicals three years in a row, including the lead role of Roxie in Chicago, and the role of Regina George in the Columbus East production of Mean Girls. She danced front and center for Center Stage show choir. Riley Children’s Foundation named Grace the 2024 Riley Champion where she became an active public speaker and advocate, appearing at galas, IU Dance Marathon, Make-A-Wish, and golf outings on behalf of Riley Children’s Foundation.</p><p><br></p><p>Grace attended Indiana University, pursuing a degree in elementary education with a minor in music. Her dream was to teach first graders how to read. She joined Alpha Chi Omega (AXO) sorority and was active in IU Dance Marathon serving on the Riley Development Committee. She worked at Harrison Lake Country Club, remaining connected to her love of golf.</p><p><br></p><p>Grace was a servant of the Lord and participated in Chrysalis, part of the Emmaus Ministries, returning to serve subsequent journeys as a volunteer. She was active in the youth groups at First United Methodist Church and Community Church of Columbus. For her senior project, Grace founded the Columbus East Christian Athletes group, which met every Wednesday during advisory period for worship, Bible study, and testimonies. During her time at IU, she attended services at Embassy Church.</p><p><br></p><p>Grace was an inspiration to all who knew or came in contact with her. She didn’t let her challenges hold her back or become an excuse not to live life to the fullest or share her gifts to spread joy and hope. She truly embodied her name. Her beautiful voice, singing in the shower, a houseful of piano playing, her vibrant dancing in the living room, her infectious humor, and graceful smile will be sorely missed.</p><p><br></p><p>Visitation will be Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 618 8th St, Columbus, IN 47201. Additional visitation hours starting at 10:00 a.m. and a memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026, at First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to IU Dance Marathon: <a href="//IUDM.org/gracelasell" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://IUDM.org/gracelasell</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The family would like to extend its sincerest gratitude to the medical staff at Riley Children’s Hospital and IU Methodist for their care, compassion and expertise in treating Grace.</p><p><br></p><p>Arrangements by Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.</p><p>Online condolences and special memories may be shared with the family at barkesweaverglick.com</p>December 30, 2006 - September 12, 202612/30/200609/12/2026
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