Carmel, IN. - Jeffrey L Truster "Grimace", 55, died unexpectedly on August 24th in Indianapolis. Jeff was born April 8, 1970 in Rushville to George A. & Mary Jane (Meek) Truster.

Jeff was a 1988 graduate of Rushville Consolidated High School and received his Bachelor of Business and Restaurant Management degree from Purdue University in 1992 where he was an active member of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. He held various jobs in the hospitality industry through his career before taking over the Carmel, IN Pizza King from his brother David in 2010.

Jeff was happiest spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed going to concerts, spending time at the family lake house, and helping on the family farm. He was an active member of Orchard Park Presbyterian Church in Carmel where he served as an elder and was a dedicated choir member. Jeff remained active in the Rush County community and attended The Pioneers Club Steam Show in Rushville every year. His many friends will remember his jokes, generosity, and love for music.

Jeff will be dearly missed by his wife; Brenda and daughter; Grace Ann of Carmel, step children; Matthew Stroup of New Castle, and Jessica (Patrick) McHenry of Somerset, KY, grandson; Jayden Davis, parents; George & Mary Jane Truster of Manilla and sister; Carol Lempke of Shelbyville. He is also survived by several nieces & nephews. Jeff was preceded in death by his brother; David Truster and brother-in-law; Steve Lempke.

A visitation will be held from 4-5pm on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the Orchard Park Presbyterian Church in Carmel and a celebration of life service at 5pm with Dr. Kristin Lehr presiding. A reception will follow services. There will be a visitation from 5-8 PM Friday, August 29 in Moster Mortuary, Rushville. Services will be held at 10 AM Saturday, August 30 in First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Roy Peters presiding. Burial will follow in the Moscow cemetery..

Memorial gifts may be given to Orchard Park Presbyterian Church in Carmel or the First Presbyterian Church in Rushville.