William P Lambert

Son of Roland Ludger Lambert and Amzel May Grimes

William Pierre "Bill" Lambert Birth January 7, 1935 Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana Death November 3, 2025

William Pierre “Bill” Lambert, 90, was called home by his Lord and Savior on November 3, 2025. His wife of 67 years, Barbara, was by his side.

The second child of Amzel G. Lambert and Roland L. Lambert, he was born on January 7, 1935, in Indianapolis, IN.

Bill graduated from Lawrence Central High School in 1953, where he lettered in Basketball (Captain), Cross Country (Captain), Track, and Golf; and he participated in Future Business Leaders of America, Boys’ State and Hi-Y (Advisory Board Chairman).

Indiana University is where Bill obtained his Bachelor of Science in Business and participated in the ROTC military program. He was a member of Theta Xi Fraternity and served as President during his Senior year. This is a brotherhood which he proudly shared with his older brother, Tom (Indiana University) and his grandson, Weston Williams (University of Alabama).

Bill met his future wife, Barbara Bassett, in a shared business class while earning his degree. He invited her to the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race with his family. During the race, there was a crash in front of their seats, Barb was hit on her forehead with a flying chunk of rubber from a tire and received several stitches at the infield hospital. Bill felt heartsick and said he would take her right home so she could rest, and she replied, “Oh no, I’m staying for the race!” ...he was smitten!

Following graduation in 1957, Bill was hired directly by Kaiser Aluminum and relocated to Chicago, IL where he started a successful career in Sales.

In 1958, Bill was called to duty in the United States Air Force, but not before he and Barb were wed in March of that year. The newlyweds resided in Riverside, CA during Bill’s service to our Country. After his Honorable Discharge, he and Barb returned to Kokomo, IN, where he partnered with his father-in-law and mentor, Weston H. Bassett, in the family business, Star Building Supply.

Bill and Barb raised their daughters within the Kokomo community and continue to call it their home.

Summers were highlighted by spending family time on Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, IN.

Bill’s involvement and patronage included: Indiana University, Indiana University - Kokomo, Ivy Tech - Kokomo, First National Bank of Kokomo and later BMO Harris Bank, Kokomo Family YMCA, Kokomo County Club, Rotary Club, The Elks Club, Homebuilders Association, Grace United Methodist Church, Kokomo Great Banquet, Kairos Prison Ministry, Kokomo Rescue Mission, Kokomo Men’s Huddle Bible Study, and Bible Study Fellowship International; as well as Lake Maxinkuckee Association, Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Fund, Maxinkuckee Country Club and Maxinkuckee Yacht Club.

Bill enjoyed playing tennis and golf as well as watching a variety of sports where athletes compete at their highest levels, be it high school, college or professional. He was an avid “Brickyard” fan and never missed the Indianapolis 500! He was a great dancer and favored big band music and that of Frank Sinatra.

He cherished his family, friends, and community, but above all, his faith in Jesus Christ remains his enduring legacy.

Along with his wife, Barbara Bassett Lambert, he is survived by his daughter, Katharyn Lambert Williams (Daniel); grandson Weston Daniel Williams; and numerous in-laws and nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, Roland Lambert; mother, Amzel Lambert; daughter, Barbara (Teri) Lambert; brother, Thomas Lambert; sister, Jaqueline Lambert Greene; and grandchildren, Peter and Elizabeth Williams

In memory of Bill, tell someone special that you love them and be generous and extra kind to someone in need. If you know Jesus, live your faith out loud; and if you don’t…get to know Him!

Memorial contributions may be sent to Kokomo YMCA (Development Office, 114 N Union St, Kokomo, IN 46901) or Kokomo Great Banquet (c/o First EPC, 200 W Jefferson St, Kokomo, IN 46901)

The family would like to thank all of Bill’s caregivers and Paradigm Hospice and their outstanding team for the extraordinary, compassionate care Bill received.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 pm to 6 pm, Wednesday November 19, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo.

A private graveside service and celebration of his life will take place in Culver, IN.

m. Mar 1956 Barbara Alyce Basett daughter of Weston Hansell "Westy" Bassett & Marjorie Alice Finch

Children: Kathyrn "Kathy" Alyce m. Daniel Roberts Williams
Barbara Theresa (Teri) Lambert Birth January 2, 1964 Kokomo, Howard County, Indiana Death January 31, 2019 Indianaapolis, Marion County, Indiana; Burial Washington Cemetery Union Township, Marshall County, Indiana
Barbara Theresa Lambert (Teri) passed away at her Indianapolis home January 31, 2019.

The funeral service will be held for family and friends Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 4:30 pm at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church, 418 East 34th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205.

A burial ceremony will be held at Teri’s beloved Culver later this week.

Teri was born in Kokomo to Barbara (Bassett) and William P. Lambert on January 2, 1964. She graduated from Kokomo High School and earned a B.A. in Communications from Purdue University.

Teri worked as an integral part of Ambassadair Travel Club, a division of American Trans Air. She journeyed the world to over 70 countries as a Tour Director and later formed the Corporate Incentive Division.

She parlayed that enthusiasm and zest for helping others to Eli Lilly and Company. There, Teri excelled and received the highest recognition as a Senior Executive Sales Representative for the Diabetes Specialty Division. Through her 17-year tenure, she positively impacted the life of people suffering from diabetes in Indianapolis with her unwavering physician support.

Teri loved and lived a full life. She grew up happily in a loving family. She was an avid water skier, tennis player and an amazing golfer. Teri treasured her sisters within the bond of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Also, she was highly decorated during her years at Culver Summer Schools and Camps.

She had an amazing sense of resourcefulness in life and work. Everyone who knew her has that special ‘Teri story.’ She was always able to finesse something amazing because she consistently shared truth, integrity, loyalty, connection, passion and generosity from her heart.

Teri is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Marjorie (Finch) and Weston H. Bassett (Kokomo) and paternal grandparents Amzel (Grimes) and Roland Lambert (Indianapolis).

Teri is survived by her parents, Barbara and William Lambert, Kokomo, IN; sister Katharyn Lambert Williams (Daniel), nephew Weston, Indianapolis, IN; dear friend Heidi Dwyer Kaplan (Lauren, Noah, Allie); uncle William Bassett (Sharon) cousins Sarah Sullivan (David), Brenda Read (Scott), William Bassett Jr. (Nicole); Aunt Katharyn Rebber (Stanley); Uncle John Bassett (Linda) cousins Laura Olejnik (Ryan); Derek Bassett (Jennifer). Aunt Jacqueline Lambert, cousins Nicole Erwin (Robert) and Lisa Lambert.

The Teri Lambert Legacy Foundation has been established to honor her in perpetuity. Please contact the family for more information.

Arrangements entrusted to Flanner Buchanan-Washington Park North - Indianapolis Star