Pamala S. Trestrail

Pamala S. Trestrail, 72, of Carmel, passed away at home on October 1, 2021. She was born December 22, 1948 in Lebanon, Indiana to the late Okey and Louise (Walstow) Cottongim. She was a graduate of Southport High School and Indiana University School of Nursing. Survivors include her fiancé, Jay Crask; two sons, Benjamin “B.J.” Trestrail and Kenneth “K.C.” Trestrail; uncle, Harold (Dotty) Cottongim; aunt, Judy (Ernie) Snowden; one foster brother, John (Linda) Withner; three foster sisters, Stacy (Frank) Kalder, Andie (Gary) Evje, and Carla (Bob) Garr; and many foster nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, Pamala was preceded in death by her uncle, Orville Cottongim. She was retired from St. Vincent Hospital (Indianapolis) where she was employed as a Registered Nurse. Pamala was a licensed realtor and insurance agent. She also worked in restaurants and catering for many years. Pamala had a passion for hosting and entertaining and she was an exceptional cook who loved to feed everyone. She found her joy in making others happy through these avenues. These passions along with her great sense of humor and quick wit made her the life of the party and someone others could easily connect with and find comfort from. “Cheers to you, Mamma!” Leppert Mortuary – Carmel Chapel assisting with arrangements. To share a memory or condolence, please visit www.leppertmortuary.com.