“Those we love can never be more than a thought away... For as long as there’s a memory, they live in our hearts to stay.” ~Author Unknown
M on th ly M em ories A SPECIAL PUBLICATION TO REPRINT THE LAST MONTH’S OBITUARIES | AUGUST 2018 Stephen Holland PRINCETON — Stephen Holland, 67, of Princeton, passed away Sunday, July 1, 2018 at The Waters of Princeton. He was born on Tuesday, June 12, 1951, in Princeton, to James Robert and Lora Faye (Conklin) Holland, both of whom have preceded. Stephen was a general laborer at Hohne Plastics of Evansville and attended the South Gibson Apostolic Church located in Owensville. He is survived by two brothers, Mike (Ina Kay) Holland of Princeton, and Joe (Tammy) Holland of Evansville; sister Sandra (Bo) McDonald of Princeton and two grandchildren, Cory (Phebe) Kerns and Demea. He is preceded by his parents, daughter Michelle and sister Sharon Wolfe. There will be a memorial service at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 7, 2018, at South Gibson Apostolic Chapel at 6170 County Road 1075
West, Owensville, IN 47665 with Pastor James Freels officiating. There will be at time of visitation with the family at the church from noon until time of service at 1 p.m. There will be a private internment of ashes at a later date. Doyle Funeral Home, located at 520 S. Main St. in Princeton, has the honor of having charge of the services. Condolences may be made online at www.doyle funeralhomeprinceton. net or the funeral home Facebook page. For more information, please call 812-385-4334.
INDEX Mary Boedeker ........................................................................................3 Russell Broshears ....................................................................................4 Joe W. Byrn .................................................................................................2 Barbara Chavis .........................................................................................2 Donnie Feathers ......................................................................................3 Dottie Green .............................................................................................2 Matthew Harper ......................................................................................3 Bill Holland ................................................................................................4 Stephen Holland .....................................................................................1 Edward Jacobs .........................................................................................3 Bobbie H. Kell ...........................................................................................1 Nolan Loehr ...............................................................................................4 Caroline Lucas ..........................................................................................4 Kenneth Martin .......................................................................................1 Raymond Martin .....................................................................................3 Barbara Mayo ...........................................................................................1 Melvin Michel ...........................................................................................4 James Mason ............................................................................................2 Doris Morrison .........................................................................................4 Judith Morrison .......................................................................................3 James Newcome ....................................................................................4 Jerry Newkirk ............................................................................................4 Bernesha Orrel .........................................................................................2 Teddy Phillips ...........................................................................................2 Geraldine Regenhold ...........................................................................4 Lloyd Richardson ....................................................................................2 Bryan Robinson .......................................................................................4 LaDonna Slunder ....................................................................................4 Larry Skelton .............................................................................................3 Kanda Walden ..........................................................................................2 Norma White ............................................................................................3 Ora Williams ..............................................................................................3
Kenneth J. Martin OAKLAND CITY — Kenneth J. Martin, 89, of Oakland City, died at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton July 18. He was born June 8, 1929 in Evansville to Bernard and Mildred (Hass) Martin. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary (Goedde) Martin, of Oakland City; six children, Kathy Collins of Newburgh,
Esther (Paul) Houchins of Evansville, Bob (Alana) Martin of Oakland City, Carolyn (Steve) Gilles of Elberfeld, Patricia (Nathan) Coleman of Greenville and Paul (Michelle) Martin of Oakland City; a brother, Don Martin of Washington; a sister, Marilyn Lamb of Evansville; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian
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Barbara J. Mayo PRINCETON — Barbara J. Mayo, 96, of Princeton, entered rest Wednesday, July 19, 2018 at The Waters in Princeton. She was born April 12,1922 in Princeton to William and Nettie (Coleman) Board. She married Max Mayo Nov. 8, 1942. He preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 1999. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and Bill Board, and daughter Jo Ellen Mayo. Barbara had worked at Glidden Paint in Highland. She is survived by her sons Allen (Audri) Mayo of Cumby, Texas, Jason Mayo of Markham, Texas and Bradley (Gretchen) Mayo of Naperville, Illinois, and daughter Gail (John) Grenchik of Warrensville, Illinois; her sister Susan Greer of Princeton, brother Jack Board of Indianapolis; nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren Graveside service is at
10 a.m. Saturday, July 28, at Montgomery Cemetery in Oakland City with Rev. Darin D. Nossett officiating. Family and friends will gather for services at the cemetery. Special thanks to Barbara’s sister, Susan for her unending love and patience and for the kindness shown by the staff at The Waters of Princeton. Barbara’s life was enriched by their care. Family has entrusted Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel for personal assistance. Family and friends may send messages of comfort to www.lambbasham.com
Bobbie H. Kell Burial is at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Snake Run. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Sunday and from 9-9:45 a.m. Monday, at Stodghill Funeral Home in Fort Branch. Rosary service is at 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Burial follows at St. Bernard’s Cemetery. Donations can be made to St. Bernard’s Catholic Church.
PETERSBURG — Bobbie H. Kell, 88, of Petersburg, died Sunday July 29, 2018 at Golden Living Center in Petersburg. She was born February 20,1930 in Glezen, Indiana to William and Eunice (Willis) Hadlock. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, two stepsisters and three stepbrothers,
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grandson Casey J. Kell and husband Raymond L. Kell. She was a member of First General Baptist Church in Oakland City. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing, reading and listening to gospel music. She is survived by daughter Beth A. (Frank) Coleman of Petersburg; sons Lanny J. (Sheila) Kell of Oakland City and
Dane Lee (Jana) Kell of Granite City, Illinois; (7) Grandchildren; (20) GreatGrandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel, with burial in Providence Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and from 1 p.m. until servicesThursday.
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Joe W. Byrn OAKLAND CITY — Joe W. Byrn, 82, of Oakland City entered into rest Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh surrounded by his family. He was born Dec.16,1935 in Detroit Michigan to Wilburn Byrn & Mary Golden Hickerson. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife of 54 years, Jan Byrn in 2009 and a nephew. After high school, he graduated from the Detroit Police Academy. Joe served in the United States Army and was a member of F. & A.M. Masonic Lodge 467 in Oakland City. Joe served as a Volunteer Fireman for several years. He was an avid bowler, earning the nickname “Lefty” and passing his love of bowling on to his grandson Keaton. Joe enjoyed ballroom dancing with his wife Jan. He was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and IU basketball making countless memories sharing this love with his children and grandchildren. He worked at Prestolite Battery Company, Farmer and Son Insurance Agency, Old Ben Coal, Uebelhor Oil Company, T.J. Maxx and Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel. After retirement, he enjoyed spending his days with the children at his daughter’s daycare. Joe is survived by his
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James H. Mason
EVANSVILLE — James H. Mason, of Evansville, formerly of Top Hat Road Princeton Indiana, passed away Monday, July 16 at age 79. Mr. Mason was a teacher and principal at North Gibson School Corporation for nearly 40 years and as such will touch this community for generations to come. Travelling with Jim son, Kent (Vickie) Byrn of in Princeton was akin to Mt. Vernon; daughter Kathi being the Pied Piper, with (Troy) Green of Princeton and a Sister Janice Summers children of all ages coming up to remember the good of Detroit, Michigan. Grandchildren; Jason (Jamie) times in his class and schools. His memory of Byrn of Hendersonville, the names and classroom Tennesse, Nicolette Byrn of talents and antics of each Evansville, Ami Jo (Ryan) student, even those well Koberstein of Evansville, into adulthood, was always Russell Green and Keaton impressive. He took great Green of Princeton. Greatpride and respect for his grandchildren; Stella Rian, career as an educator and Fynn Daniel, Thatcher Leo administrator. and Sunni Jo Koberstein, Jim attended Princeton Reed Jameson and Layne High School (Class of ‘56) Joseph Byrn. and Evansville University. The service will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July He received his Masters of 31, 2018, at Lamb-Basham Education at Indiana State Memorial Chapel in University in Terre Haute, Oakland City with burial at Indiana. He lived in Gibson Memorial Park Cemetery in Vincennes. Reverend Larry Stoops will be officiating. Visitation will PRINCETON — be from 10:00 a.m. until Bernesha “Bernie” Lauren service on Tuesday at Wright Orrel, 84, was the chapel. Family and friends may send messages freed from the bondages of her crippled body on of comfort to www. Thursday, July 12, at 8:30 lambbasham.com p.m. Surrounded by family, her soul and spirt were released to God where she joined her loved ones while residing at The Waters of Princeton from complications of multiple strokes over the past three years. Bernie was born on June 24, 1934 in Erie, Illinois to Laban and Francis Wright who raised her till she was 12. After the tragic death of her beloved baby sister special daughter, Yolanda Imogene, she moved to (Jones) Tolbert of Fort Olney, Illinois, to live Wayne; brother, Fredrick with her Aunt Agnes (Vickie) Hardiman of and Uncle Oakie where Iowa; grandchildren; greatshe graduated from East grandchildren; great-greatRichland High School in grandchildren; also, nieces 1952 and was a majorette and nephews. She was preceded in death in the band. Into her 50s, she was still able to by her parents; husband Delbert Chavis; son Kenneth twirl a baton between her “Kenny” Hardiman; daughter fingers, throw under her Patricia Creech; grandson leg and catch it behind Tommy Jones; four brothers, her back. The summer of Howard, Allen, Roderick 1952, she was crowned and Teddy; and three sisters, Miss Olney. Wanda, Mary Helen and Ella After a moving to San Mae. Diego, California, for Funeral service is at 1 a year, she returned to p.m. Saturday, July 14, 2018, Olney and soon after, met at Colvin Funeral Home in Chet Orrel of West Salem Princeton, with the Rev. Floyd Illinois. They later eloped Edwards officiating. Visitation to Mississippi to wed is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. (since Dad was only 17) on Saturday at Colvin’s. Nov. 6, 1954 and remained Expressions of sympathy married for almost 62 may be made, or you may wonderful years. light a candle in memory of Bernie was a die-hard Barbara at www.colvinfuneral St. Louis Cardinals and home.com. IU basketball fan, avid gardner, bowler for over 65 years, a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority, served as President of Babe Ruth baseball league for several years, coached girls’ softball and a supporter of the Little League baseball. Although she considered herself a full-time home maker, she worked several part-time jobs over the years at the grain elevator during grain season and at Princeton Hospital and Linda White Hospice House for their compassion and care. Funeral service is at 10 PRINCETON — a.m. Monday, July 23, 2018 Teddy Richard Phillips, at Hillside United Methodist 78, of Princeton and Church in Princeton, formerly of Evansville, officiated by Pastor Matthew died Monday, July 30, Richardson and Pastor 2018 at his home in Curtis Bond. Burial follows Princeton. at Oddfellows Cemetery in He was born June Princeton. Visitation is from 23, 1940 in Washington 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Court, Ohio to Otho and church. Doris Phillips. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions Teddy worked at may be made to Hillside Raben Tire for over 20 United Methodist Church, years and then for Best 828 Archer Road, Princeton, One Tire for 5 years. He IN 47670 or Linda White also worked for Clark Hospice House, 611 Harriet Security. He ser ved in Street, Evansville, IN 47710. Envelopes will be available at the US Air Force. He attended the Salvation the church. You may leave a message of sympathy or light Army Church and was a memorial candle in memory a bell ringer for the of Gene at www.colvinfuneral Salvation Army. He lived home.com. in Princeton for the past
County from birth in 1938 until his recent relocation to northern Vanderburgh County. A member of the Elks, an avid golfer and friend to many — he will be missed at those places where locals meet to solve the world’s problems... (the back table). He attended Hillside United Methodist Church in Princeton. He leaves his wife of 44 years, Donna, daughter Jenifer Heidi (Russ) Gruelle of O’ Fallon, Missouri, and Donna’s son Kent (Leslie) DeJarnett of Monroe, North Carolina. Jim leaves nine
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grandchildren: Trey DeJarnett of Alpharetta, Georgia, Rachel and Joe Gruelle of O’ Fallon, and K.J., Bradley, Danielle, Mason, Graham and Cale DeJarnett, and four great-grand children, all of North Carolina. Mr. Mason was preceded by his parents, Marshall and Elisabeth “Bett” Mason and stepson Donald R. “D.J” DeJarnett Jr. Graveside service is at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Decker Cemetery in rural Patoka, officiated by Pastor Curtis Bond, with burial following. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Hillside United Methodist Church, 828 Archer Road, Princeton, IN 47670. You may leave a message of sympathy or light a memorial candle at www.colvinfuneralhome. com.
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Barbara J. Chavis FORT WAYNE — Barbara J. “Dottie” Chavis, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away at home peacefully, surrounded by family, Sunday, July 8, 2018. She was born Aug. 28, 1930, in Danville, Illinois, to Frank and Oma (Marshall) Hardiman. She was a lifetime resident of Princeton until relocating to Fort Wayne. Dottie was employed with Douglas and Irene McDonald for 20 years. She was employed with Mid-States Rubber Plant, retiring after 20 years. She was a member of Olive Branch Missionary Baptist Church in Princeton. She enjoyed singing in the choir, coaching Hitch Packers women’s softball team, and playing bingo. Her greatest love was her family. She loved entertaining her family and friends. She fulfilled her dream of going to Las Vegas. One of the happiest days of her life was receiving an autographed picture of President Barack Obama’s family. She is survived by one son, Elbert Chavis of Princeton; stepsons Delvert (Celia) Kearns Chavis of Brooklyn, New York and Shelby Roberts of Kalamazoo, Michigan; four daughters, Sondra (Hardiman) Segura of Fort Wayne, Delberta Hardiman, Janet (Chavis) Dougan and Melodie Chavis, all of Princeton;
Lloyd E. ‘Gene’ Richardson PRINCETON — Lloyd E. “Gene” Richardson, 88, of Princeton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville. He was born Jan. 20, 1930 in Mackey, to Burch and Hazel (Britton) Richardson. He served in the Korean War and was a long-time employee of the Princeton Telephone Company. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 66 years, Mary (Wilkinson) Richardson; children, Steven E. Richardson (Patti) and Melanie Smith (Alan); six grandchildren, Steven T. Richardson (Jennifer), Jamie Phillippe (Doban), Ryan Smith (Cheryl), Emily Hearlston (Michael), Matthew Richardson (Emily) and Ashley Tibbs (Chase); 11 great grandchildren, Tyler and Alyssa Richardson, Noah, Reagan and Sawyer Phillippe, Judah and Savannah Richardson, Hannah, Cru and Gage Smith and Michael Alan Hearlston; and brother, Randall Richardson (Wilma). Gene was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Floyd Richardson; and sisters, Cleda Folsom and Mildred Stilwell. The family gives special thanks to Gateway Heart
Community Middle School as a cafeteria lady. She is proceeded in death by her husband Chet Orrel; son Bradley Orrel; her parents Laban and Francis Hattan-Wright, Agnes and Oakie Grubb; her siblings Bud, Bessie, Alberta and Imogene Wright; and great grandson Jacob Issac Powers. Surviving members of the family include her son Craig Orrel and daughter Lisa Wehrheim (Keith); grandchildren: Jamie Carr (Justin), Jennifer Burns (Chris), KJ DeJarnett, Brad DeJarnett (Jaclyn), Danielle Clark (Chris) and great grandchildren Hunter Powers, Audrie Powers, Luke Powers, Bristol Powers, Skylar Kissel, Jackson Kissel, Brooklyn Burns, Emma Burns, Savannah DeJarnett, Braelyn DeJarnett, Liliana Clark, Christopher Clark III, and a player to be named later on the way. Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton, with funeral service at 1 p.m. Following the service, burial will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Princeton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bernie’s name to the Princeton Youth Baseball, PO Box 266, Princeton, IN 47670. Expressions of sympathy may be offered or you may light a candle in memory of Bernie at www.colvinfuneralhome. com.
Teddy Richard Phillips two years and moved from Evansville. He is sur vived by his children; Craig Phillips, Richard Phillips (Pam), Bonnie Har vey (Jason), Brian Phillips (Latisha), Heather Phillips, Raymond Lowe (Mar y), Suzanne Lowe and Penny Lowe all of Evansville; 26 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and step mother, Elsie Phillips. A memorial ser vice will be held at a later date. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton, IN has been entrusted with arrangements.
PRINCETON — Dottie K. Green, 62, of Princeton, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh. She was born June 19, 1956, in Evansville to Rubin and Katie Mae (West) Sisk. Dottie attended Ver tical Church in For t Branch. She enjoyed being with family and friends, especially being with her grandchildren. Dottie is sur vived by her husband, Larr y Green of Princeton; six children, Pennie Green Ellis of Owensville, J.D. Green of Princeton, Julie Green of Princeton, Sharon Green of Princeton, Rusty Green of Petersburg and Troy Green of Princeton. She is also sur vived by a brother and a sister, Dale Sisk and Linda Sharp, both of For t Branch; and 14 grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents. Ser vice for Dottie is at 11 a.m. Friday July 6, 2018, at Stodghill Funeral Home in For t Branch, with Pastor Steve Atkins of ficiating. Burial follows in Walnut Hill Cemeter y in For t Branch. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until ser vice time Friday at the funeral home. Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.stodghillfuneral home.com.
PRINCETON — Kanda Kay (McConnell) Walden, 75 of Princeton passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh. She was born April 20, 1943 in Princeton to James and Mary (Land) McConnell. Kanda had lived in rural Princeton most of her life. She graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing and worked for many years as a registered nurse at Gibson General Hospital before serving as the Gibson County Public Health Nurse for many years before her retirement. She was a lifelong member of the Fairview Presbyterian Church, was a founding member of the Gibson County Master Gardeners and she was a current member of the Green Thumb Garden Club, the Sew-it-Seams Home Ec. Club and she was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was an avid gardener and reader and enjoyed playing Bunko every month with her friends. She participated in many different volunteer programs throughout the area, she enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s participate in their activities, was concerned about understanding and preserving history, education and nature through activities like maintaining a Monarch Waystation and starting a chess club for kids. She was also a strong supporter of great local organizations like Lyles Station, the Women’s Fund of Gibson County, the Francisco School Library, and the annual 4th Grade Farm Fair. Kanda is survived by her children, Nora Nixon (Brad), James Walden (Toni) and Beth Walden (Brenda); sister, Becky Richeson and brother, Michael McConnell (Phyllis); eight grandchildren, Lacey, Logan and Miranda Nixon, Ian, Drew, Levi and Claire Walden and Gavin Walden; and many nieces and nephews. Kanda was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Richard McConnell. Memorial services will be at Fairview Presbyterian Church rural Princeton Friday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark Holland officiating. Visitation will be from 4 until 8 p.m. Thursday evening and from 10 a.m. until service time Friday morning at Fairview Presbyterian Church. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton is honored to be entrusted will the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Operation Smile at www.operationsmile. org or mailing to 3641 Faculty Boulevard, Virginia Beach VA, 23453. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made or you may light a candle in memory of Kanda at www. colvinfuneralhome.com
Gibson County Council on Aging Activities: Monday: Bingo - 9:30 a.m. & Card players - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Po-Ke-No - 9:30 a.m. & Quilters - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday: Exercise & Line Dancing - 9 a.m.
Thursday: Painting Class - 9 a.m. & Bible Study - 10 a.m.
Friday: Exercise & Line Dancing - 9 a.m. Call 812-385-2897 for more information or transportation. GCCOA is also a Medicaid provider and available to take seniors to medical appointment, the pharmacy, and grocery store.
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Larry Skelton
OAKLAND CITY — Larry Allen Skelton, 48 of Oakland City, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018. He was born December 6, 1969 in Princeton, to Gary Wayne and Hazel (Scott) Dorris Sr. He was a safety and compliance manager for Road & Rail Services in Princeton. Larry lived in Oakland City most of his life. He graduated from Wood Memorial High School in 1989. He served in the U.S. Army for 18 years. He was a life member of VFW Post 2714 in Fort Branch and American Legion Post 256 in Oakland City. He enjoyed his guns, driving in the country, eating and drinking coffee and especially being with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Shawn of Oakland City; mother Hazel Skelton of Somerville; father Gary (Faye) Dorris Sr. of
Princeton; children Ashley Dorris (Gage Gardner) of Brilliant, Ohio, Larry Allen Dorris Jr. (Brittany Shon Lewis) of Princeton, Jamie Lee (Dorris) Brackney (Michael) of Haubstadt, Keyona Bement-Aita, Colton Camden, Ashley Camden, Matthew Riley, all of Oakland City, and Robbie Hamilton (Mary) of Francisco; two brothers, Tony Dorris of Princeton and James Dorris of Texas; sister, Melissa Dorris of Princeton; 11
Norma White grandchildren, Chloe, Karson, Lexie, Brayden, Naomi, Athena, Evan, Haley, Hannah, Kenna and Zoey. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Raymond Lee Skelton, also known as “Pops”; and a brother, Gary Wayne Dorris Jr. At 2 p.m. Friday, July 13, 2018 at the Corn-Colvin Funeral Home in Oakland City, there will be a military service by Oakland City American Legion Post 256, followed by a celebration of life service with Dr. Bob Doane officiating. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday at Corn-Colvin Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heart to Heart Hospice, 2532 Waterbridge Way, Evansville IN 47710. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed online at www. corncolvinfuneralhome.com.
OWENSVILLE — Norma White, 85, of Owensville, passed away Wednesday July 25, 2018. She was born in Wabash County, Illinois, December 18, 1932 to Henry Peach and Delphia (Marlowe) Peach. Norma was a member of First Christian Church of Owensville and devoted her life to serving the Lord. She retired from Owensville Elementary school where she worked in the cafeteria. She loved to see her students every day. She enjoyed baking and sharing her baked goods with her friends and family. Norma was an avid IU basketball fan and St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan. Norma’s greatest treasures were her five grand-children and six great-grandchildren. Along with her parents, Norma was preceded in death by her husband Darrell White, who passed
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Matthew R. Harper
PRINCETON — Matthew R. Harper, 36, of Princeton since 2000, previously of Poseyville, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018 at his home in Princeton surrounded by loved ones. He was born April 3, 1982, in Evansville, to Robert and Brenda (Riley) Harper. Matt was employed by Berry Plastics of Evansville. He was a member of the First General Baptist Church of Princeton. He is survived by his wife Chelsea (Pinkston) Harper; son, Paxton Lee, at home; parents, Robert and Brenda Harper of Evansville; brother, Robert Wayne “Robbie” Harper (Emily) of Evansville; father and mother-in-law, Tom and Kim Pinkston of Princeton; brother-in-law, Brent Pinkston (Olivia) of Fort Branch; grandparents, Chalis Riley of Owensville,
Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2018 at First General Baptist Church in Princeton, officiated by Pastor Brad Keenan. Burial will follow at Columbia White Church Cemetery in Princeton. Visitation is from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at First General Baptist Church. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton is entrusted with Ramona Beasley of the arrangements. Princeton, Marsha Memorial contributions Richardson DeSchamp of may be made to Princeton, and Jack Pinkston CourtStrong, INC @ of Mattoon, Illinois; seven courtstrong.com or P.O. nieces and nephews, Haley Box 57, Elberfeld, IN, and Brennon Harper, Hunter 47613 or First General and Hayli Schenk, Luke, Baptist Church, 2101 East Owen, and Joel Pinkston; Broadway, Princeton, several aunts, uncles and IN. Envelopes will be cousins. available at the church. He was preceded in death You may leave a message by grandparents, Walter E. of sympathy or light and Carol Jean Harper Sr, a memorial candle in Pete Riley, Art Richardson, memory of Matt at www. and Donna Pinkston. colvinfuneralhome.com.
Judith W. Morrison
EVANSVILLE — On Sunday, July 15, 2018, Judith W. (Matthews) Morrison, 62, of Evansville, went home to be with the Lord after a 20 month battle with brain cancer. Her final day was spent surrounded by family and friends, enjoying her favorite treats at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born Jan. 9, 1956 in Evansville. She graduated from Reitz High School in 1974. Judy attended Grace Baptist Church. She was a stay at home mother, loving grandmother and primary caretaker for many in her family. Judy was an active member of the local Navy Mom’s Chapter. She had a heart for volunteering and showed her love for the Lord through witnessing to others. She enjoyed exercise, gardening, crochet and knitting, bird watching, crafts and travel. Judith was preceded in death by her mother, Peggy Matthews. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Dennis L. Morrison; daughter, Jennifer Choisser (Bryan); son, Kenneth Morrison (Kaelyn); grandchildren, Andrew, Harrison and
away in 2001. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, two brothers; Robert Peach and Herman Peach; and one sister, Eleanor Mounts. Norma is survived by her children; Deanna (Dale) Tobias, Phillip White, and Rebecca (Robert) Heldt-Crawford; grandchildren; Matt (Leah) Heldt, Erin Tobias, Shaun (Angie) White, Brooke Tobias, and Brent White and his fiance, Melanie Benton;
and six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Walter “Lano” (Ginger) Peach, and several nieces and nephews. Service will be at 10:30 a.m. July 30, 2018, at Holders Funeral Home, with Bart Newton officiating. Burial to follow at Owensville Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Holders Funeral Home, and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to First Christian Church of Owensville; 4680 West SR 168; Owensville, Indiana 47665. Holders Funeral Home is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mrs. White. Share your messages of condolence with the family of Norma White at www.Holders FuneralHome.com
PRINCETON — Edward A. Jacobs, 75, of Princeton, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville. He was born Dec. 28, 1942 in Shelbyville, Texas to Ollie and Zonie Belle (Holiday) Jacobs. He had lived in Princeton since 1975, having lived in various places throughout the country with his work Edward was a retired boilermaker construction worker. He enjoyed camping, fishing, deer hunting, and NASCAR racing, especially Jeff Gordon, before he retired. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Princeton and Boilermakers Local 374 in Hammond. He is survived by his children, Mark Fleming (Cathy) of Patoka, Kenneth Jacobs of Princeton, and Sandy Patton of Birmingham Alabama;
Raymond V. Martin
HAUBSTADT — Raymond V. Martin, 78, of Haubstadt, passed away at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, July 12, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born in Fort Branch March 19, 1940, to Victor and Lillian (Frick) Martin. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Fort Branch, Princeton Knights of Columbus, and Emberlee Choisser Princeton Elks Lodge. and James Morrison; Raymond owned and father, Russell Matthews; brother, Warren Matthews operated Martin Shell (Becky), and nephews and Station for years and was a mechanic. a niece. Besides his parents, he Funeral service is at is preceded in death by a 10 a.m. Saturday, July sister, Marlene Corn. 21, 2018 at Grace Baptist Raymond is survived Church, 1200 N. Garvin by his loving wife Phyllis Street, officiated by Pastor (Kramer) Martin of Ray Deeter, with burial in Haubstadt; son Derek Alexander Memorial Park. Martin of Fort Branch; Friends may visit 3-8 p.m. brothers Bill (Nancy) Friday, July 20, 2018 at Martin, Clarence Alexander North Chapel, (Claudette) Martin, Earl 4200 Stringtown Road and (Jo Ellen) Martin, and Jim Saturday, 9 a.m. to service (Cindy) Martin all of Fort time at the church. Branch, Roger (Katrina) Memorial contributions Martin and Gerald (Deb) may be made to Navy Martin both of Haubstadt, and Marines Corp and Ralph (Linda) Martin of Relief Society, Attn: Princeton; sister Rosemary Development, 875 N. (John) Conner of Fort Randolph St., Suite 225, Branch; brother-in-law Arlington, VA 22203. Jeff Corn of Fort Branch; Condolences may be made grandchildren Kelsey online at www.Alexander NorthChapel.com.
Ora I. Williams
FORT BRANCH — Ora I. Williams, 89, of Fort Branch, passed away on July 5, 2018 at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton. He was born to Ora and Rosa (Jenkins) Williams on July 18, 1928 in Gibson County. He worked at International Harvestor and retired from Whirlpool after 33 years. Ora was an Army veteran having served in the Korean War, and a member (Alex) Bittner and Trevor of Masonic Lodge 696. He Martin, several nieces and nephews, and several great was also a member of Enon General Baptist Church nieces and nephews. in Princeton. Ora taught A Mass of Christian Sunday school and served as Burial is at 11 a.m. Monday, deacon for many years, was July 16, 2018 at Holy Cross a member of Gideons, jail Catholic Church in Fort ministry, Haiti mission trip Branch, with Fathers and flew on an Honor Flight Tony Ernst and Ambrose in 2016. Wanyonyi as co-celebrants. Besides his parents, Ora is Visitation is Sunday, July preceded in death by a sister; 15, 2018 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Beulah Memmer Hatfield Stodghill Funeral Home and and brothers; Virgil, Ancel again Monday, July 16, 2018 and Adrian Williams. from 10 a.m. until service Ora is survived by his time at Holy Cross Catholic wife, Catherine (Riley) Church. Rosary service is Williams of Fort Branch; two at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July daughters, Pam Wade of Fort 15, 2018. Burial will be at Branch, and Sandy (Dave) Holy Cross Cemetery in Benefiel of Oakland City; two Fort Branch. Donations can be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church. Expressions of sympathy made at stodghillfuneral home.com.
grandchildren, Nathan Wade and Brittney (Tyler) Walls and a great-granddaughter due in August. Service is at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 10, at Stodghill Funeral Home in Fort Branch, with Pastor Ken Reeder officiating. Burial will be at Providence Cemetery in Somerville, with military honors to be performed by VFW Post 2714. Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 9, at Stodghill Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gideons or Enon Baptist Church Building Fund. Expressions of sympathy made at stodghillfuneralhome.com.
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PATOKA — Donnie G. Feathers, 74, of Patoka, passed away Friday, July OAKLAND CITY — (Ron) Thorne of Winslow; 20, 2018 at Gibson General Hospital in Princeton. Mary Josephine “Bigham” son Greg (Barb) Hamm He was born Aug., 6, Boedeker, 95, of Oakland of Petersburg; grandchild 1943 in El Paso, Texas, to City died Monday, July Laura (JT) Norris of Earl and Alvagene (Riggins) 30, 2018, at Golden Living Evansville, Melissa Feathers, who preceded him Center in Petersburg. Traylor of Petersburg in death She was born January and Michael Thorne Donnie had lived in 14, 1923, in Oakland City of Winslow. Great to William and Ana Orth grandchildren Milo Norris Patoka area since 1978, moving from Louisiana, Bigham. and Jonathan Traylor, living mostly in Texas. He She was preceded cousin Jack Bigham of was pipe fitter working in death by husband Shaker Heights, Ohio. for Union Local 136 out of William Boedeker of 63 Several nieces and Evansville. years, a stillborn son, her nephews. He is survived by his parents, sister Kathryn Service will be 2 p.m. wife, Beverly J. Feathers of Whaley, brothers William Friday, August 3, 2018, at Patoka; three daughters, and Harold Bigham and Lamb-Basham Memorial Janet Feathers of Pearl River, sister-in-law’s Ruth King Chapel with burial in Louisiana, Susan Sechrest and Elsie Smith. St. John’s Cemetery in of Osgood and Donna Survived by daughters Buckskin. Visitation will Reid of Columbus, Ohio; Joanne Radigan of be from 11 a.m. until sister, Linda McDougal of Princeton and Suzanne services Friday.
nine grandchildren, Blake and Nick Fleming, Shari Goodson, Aaron Jacobs, Jacob Kissinger, Aaron and Emily Shultz, Miranda Davidson and Colton Patton; 11 great grandchildren, Levi and Liam Fleming, Landon Beadles, Keydren Jacobs, Rex Goodson, Emmitt Kissinger, Alysa and Avery Davidson, Parker Jacobs, Dutch Goodson and Liam Hopkins. Edward was preceded in death by his parents; his
wife, Mary “Sissy” Jacobs, who passed away Jan. 1, 2016; a son, Jack Fleming; a daughter, Patricia Shultz; a granddaughter, Heather Kissinger; three great grandchildren, Layne and Layton Fleming and Ava Davidson. Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton, with Pastor Jim Saunders officiating. Burial will follow in Columbia White Church Cemetery in Princeton. Visitation is from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 800 W. Faith Blvd. Princeton IN 47670. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed or you may light a candle in memory of Edward online at www. colvinfuneralhome.com
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and Deliver to Gravesites Arkansas; 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Visitation is from 4 until 8 p.m. Thursday, July 26, 2018, at Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton. Condolences may be expressed or you may light a candle in memory of Donnie at www.colvinfuneralhome. com
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Caroline Lucas PRINCETON — Caroline Lucas, 81, of Princeton, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at Gibson General Hospital in Princeton. She was born Oct. 6, 1936 in Princeton to John Lucas and Florence (Jones) Lucas. She was a member of Second Baptist Church of Vincennes and attended Patoka Presbyterian Church in Patoka. Caroline enjoyed doing word search and crossword puzzles and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also loved taking walks with her beloved dog Chetah and spending time with her second family, Johnnie Gatewood and family. She is survived by her three children, Robert Lucas of Princeton, Linda Lucas of Vincennes and Michael Lucas of Vincennes; five grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents;
Bill ‘Smiley’ Holland PRINCETON — Bill Boyd “Smiley” Holland 78, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, July 16, 2018 at his residence. He was born Sunday, Jan. 14, 1940, in Patoka, to Emery Ellis Holland and Lula Florence Cant-Well Holland, both of whom have preceded. Mr. Holland was a lifelong area resident worked as a press operator for 33 years at Midstates located in Princeton, and was a member of the local machinist union. He attended Oasis Assembly of God Church in Princeton. Mr. Holland is survived by brother Ellis Harold Holland of Prescott Valley, Arizona and sisters Janet Sue (Raymond) Drew of Princeton, Nancy Dosset and Karen Lee Slaughter both of Nashville, Tennessee, Phyllis Drew and Cathy Smith, both of Princeton. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother James Robert Holland and sisters Jenny May White, Joan Miskell, Martha Holland and Greta Mitchell. Memorial service is at 11 a.m. Saturday July 28, 2018 at Oasis Assembly of God Church located at 1104 S. Stout St. Princeton, IN 47670, with Pastor Mike Marsh officiating. Doyle Funeral Home at 520 S. Main St. in Princeton has the honor of having charge of the services. Condolences may be made online at www.doyle funeralhomeprinceton.net or the funeral home facebook page. For more information please call 812-385-4334.
LaDonna Slunder FRANCISCO — LaDonna Gayle (Fish) Slunder, 35, of Francisco, died Sunday, July 1, 2018. She was born Jan. 23, 1983 in Linton, and lived in Gibson County since 2001, coming from Greene County. She formerly worked as a caregiver at GCARC group home. She was a soldier of the Salvation Army. Surviving are children Danielle, Shyann and Harmony Slunder at home; her companion, Steven Phillips of Francisco; mother and step-father, Chris and John Greenwood of Princeton; father, Chris Fish of Carlisle; grandmother, Nelda Fish of Greene County; brothers and sisters, Jason Gardner (Pam), Krystal Miskell (Matt), Matthew “Monkey” Greenwood and Daniel Greenwood (Amanda); aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton has arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.colvin funeralhome.com.
Nolan J. Loehr
FORT BRANCH — Nolan Joseph Loehr, 94, of Fort Branch, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018 at his residence. He was born Thursday, Dec., 20, 1923, in Mackey, to Raymond C.F. Loehr and Lennis Blanche Ringham Loehr, both of whom have preceded. Mr. Loehr married the love of his life, Miss Emma Mae Heldt, on Feb. 18, 1947 in Vanderburgh sisters, Margaret Young, brother, Elmer Lucas; County. She preceded him Olive Briley, Joy Coburn sister, Inez Mattox and on Dec. 1, 2016. Nolan and Judy Lee; three daughter, Donnetta brothers, Orman Edward was a lifelong area farmer (Shorty) Lucas. and the first in Gibson Broshears, Ishmael Funeral service is at County to practice no-till Broshears and Gar y noon Friday, July 20, 2018 Broshears; along with his farming. He was an avid at Colvin Funeral Home reader and a dedicated parents. in Princeton, officiated by listener of WRAY radio. Cremation will take the Rev. William Morris. His confirmation was at St. place and The Meeks Burial follows in Fairview Mortuar y and Cremator y, Matthews United Church Cemetery in Vincennes. of Christ in Lynnville Washington Street Visitation is from 10 am where he attended as Chapel, is in charge of until the hour of service a youth. Mr. Loehr is arrangements. Friday at Colvin Funeral survived by sons Harvey Memorial Home. (Velma) Loehr of Franklin, contributions may be Expressions of directed to Alzheimer and and James (Julie) Loehr sympathy may be of Fort Branch. He is also Dementia research. offered or you may light survived by daughters Online condolences a memorial candle in may be sent to the family Shannon (Kenny) Howe memory of Caroline at of Columbus and Sherri at www.meeksmortuar y. www.colvinfuneralhome. Doan of Princeton. Other com. com. survivors include 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces OWENSVILLE — wife Becky (Knowles), James Kent Newcome, daughter Melissa (Toby 67, of Owensville, passed Wolfe and daughter away June 29, 2018, at Haley) and brother Keith PATOKA — Doris home surrounded by his (Wilma) Newcome. Kent Evelyn (James) Morrison, family. and Becky would have 94, of Patoka, passed away He was born Jan. celebrated 40 years of Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 19, 1951, in Princeton, marriage on July 1. River Oaks Health Campus to Joe and Marilyn Holder’s Funeral in Princeton. (Vaught) Newcome. Home is honored She was born February Kent graduated from and privileged to be 17, 1924 in Vincennes to Owensville High School entrusted with the Floyd “Israel” James and in 1969 and attended care of Kent Newcome. Edith Easter (Fields) James. college at what is now Visitation is Monday, She was preceded in known as USI. lifetime member and past July 2, 2018, from 4 p.m. death by her parents; Kent proudly joined commander of VFW Post to 8 p.m. at Holder’s her husband, Roy Max the United States Marine 2714. He loved to watch Funeral Home, 319 S. Morrison of 72 years on Corps in 1970 and was the St. Louis Cardinals, Main St. Owensville. August 15, 2017 and a sister, honorably discharged college basketball Militar y honors Norma June James. in 1973 as a sergeant. (especially IU Hoosiers), funeral is Tuesday, July She had lived in Patoka He was employed at and “Andy Griffith” 3, at 11 a.m. with Ken since 1952. She was a Emge Packing for 16 reruns daily. Kent will be Hubachek officiating. homemaker and a dancing years and Gibson County greatly missed by family Interment follows at partner. Doris and her Sheriff’s Department as and friends. Owensville Cemeter y. husband, Max, enjoyed a corrections officer for Kent was preceded in Share messages of dancing and received 23 years. death by his parents and condolence with the trophies from the many Kent was a member of mother-in-law, Sharon family of Kent Newcome dance contests that they the Old Union Christian Knowles. by visiting www.Holders entered. She enjoyed Church. He was a He sur vived by his FuneralHome.com. camping, sewing, shopping and traveling. She is survived by her two daughters, Terri Lee Hurst of Evansville PRINCETON — Dylan McCaulay and and Cindy Lou Morrison W. Geraldine (Jerri) Leven Hartley. Regenhold, age 88, of She is sur vived by her of Princeton; two grandchildren, Amanda C. Princeton, passed away daughters, Linda (Bill) Hurst and Dustin R. Hurst Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Cox, Susan Hill, Lisa of Evansville; six greatat River Oaks Health (Mike) Hartley, sister grandchildren, Eli Jordan Campus. Diane Ross; brother Hurst Bishop, Lydia Renae She was born Wilma Stephen Parker; 13 Hurst, Lauren Ashley Geraldine Parker on Feb grandchildren; 22 greatHurst, Colten James Hurst 17, 1930 to Jerauld and grandchildren; and one and Layla Jean Hurst, all of Edith (Hitch) Parker in great-great grandchild. Phenix City, Alabama, and Gibson County. She is also sur vived Grace Evelyn McFadden She married her first by her faithful canine of LaPorte; one sister, husband, Richard Hill, companion, Onyx. Jr., on Sep 12, 1953 and She was retired from It was her desire that joined him in Germany Potter & Brumfield/ cremation take place, while he was in the U.S. Siemens after the better with no public ser vice. EVANSVILLE — Bryan Air Force. part of 40 years. For more information Kent Robinson, 57, of She married Roland She was preceded in contact Doyle Funeral Evansville, at St. Vincent “Reggie” Regenhold death by her parents, Home at 812-385-4334 Hospital July 25, 2018. April 16, 1983. They husbands Richard Hill or condolences may He was born to Robert enjoyed traveling, and Reggie Regenhold, be expressed online at H. and Lillian (Vanover) collecting antiques and brother Jerr y Parker, www.Doylefuneralhome Robinson Oct. 28, 1960 in spending time at car son Chris Hill, grandson princeton.net or Doyle Oakland City. shows, especially the Hank Dylan Tuley, and Funeral Home Facebook He was preceded in death Frog Follies. great-grandsons Parker page. by his parents, brother; Robert David Robinson in 2014 and a sister; Darla Robinson in 2010. He is survived by his FORT BRANCH — and sister, Marilyn Sholz. great grandchildren. wife, Kristi (Roth) Robinson Melvin B. Michel, 85, of Survivin are his wife Service is at 10 of Evansville, two children; Fort Branch, died July 5 of 60 years, Joan a.m. Monday, July 9, Matthew Scarbrough at St. Vincent Hospital in (White) Michel of Fort at Stodghill Funeral and Lindsey Hill both of Evansville. Branch; children Duane Home in Fort Branch, Evansville, two brothers; He was a member (Dawn) Michel, Rebecca pastor Corey Atkins of Fort Branch First (Mike) Lindauer and Janet officiating. Visitation is Presbyterian Church and (Kevin) Gentry of Fort from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at a Korean War era veteran Branch; sisters Geraldine the funeral home. Burial of the U.S. Air Force. Van Patten of Fort Branch with military rites is at He is preceded in death and Dorothy Hans of Walnut Hill Cemetery. by his parents, Gerhard Illinois; brother, Cletus Make memorial donations and Hilda (Fehd) Michel; Michel of California; eight to First Presbyterian brother Arnold Michel; grandchildren and five Church. MUNCIE — Russell D. Broshears, 82, passed away Sunday July 8, 2018 at Golden Living. He was born in Princeton June 6, 1936, the son of Orman and Gladys (Tisdale) Broshears and graduated from Francisco High School, where he played varsity basketball for four years. Russell retired from Pyromet after several years of ser vice. He enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family. He was an avid IU basketball fan. Sur vivors include his son, Michael Broshears of Muncie; a sister, Darlene Ramsey (husband, Mike) of Tampa, Florida; a step-daughter, Michelle Walther of Clinton; a step-son, Robert Briley (wife, Leslie) of Melbourne, Florida; also sur viving are several nieces and nephews. Russell was preceded in death by his wife, Antionette Shears; four
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and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Emma and brother Marlin Loehr. Funeral service is at 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at Doyle Funeral Home located at 520 S. Main St. Princeton, IN 47670, with Pastor Tammy Scheller officiating. Visitation is from noon until time of service at 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2018. Doyle Funeral Home located at 520 S. Main St. in Princeton has the honor of having charge of the services. Condolences may be made online at www.doyle funeralhomeprinceton. net or the funeral home facebook page. For more information please call 812-385-4334.
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Marti Nelson of Paducah, Kentucky.; several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. m Funeral service will be a at 2 p.m. Saturday, July w 28, 2018 at Colvin Funeral n Home in Princeton. Burial f will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Patoka. Visitation will be from noon m w until the time of service Saturday at Colvin Funeral a Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eagles Aerie 427 Auxiliary, 6000 Old Boonville Hwy, Evansville, 47715 or the Oasis Assembly of God, 1104 South Stout St., Princeton, 47670. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. You may leave a message of sympathy or light a memorial candle in memory of Doris at www.colvinfuner alhome.com.
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Rick Robinson of Princeton and Mike Robinson of Evansville, two sisters; Roberta Kilpatrick of Los Angeles and Sally Redding of Springfield, Illinois and two grandchildren. Funeral service will be July 30 at 2 p.m. at Stodghill Funeral Home. Visitation will be prior to the service, starting at 10 a.m. Military honors services will be performed by VFW Post 2714 at Walnut Hill Cemetery prior to burial. Donations can be made to Stodghill Funeral Home for burial expenses.
Jerry Wayne Newkirk WINSLOW — Jerry Wayne Newkirk, 73, of Winslow, died at Eastgate Manor in Washington June 26. He was born December 12, 1944 in Oakland City to Ralph and Edna (Winniger) Newkirk. Jerry served in United States Army during Vietnam. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Catt and son
Jeremy A. Newkirk March 5, 2017. He is survived by his wife of years 30 years, Binnie Newkirk of Winslow; children Becky Newkirk of Fortville, Deborah (Jim) Heede of Carmel, Margie Brinson of Rockville, Tennessee, Hugh (Becki) Brinson of French Lick, Shelly Newkirk of Ingalls, and daughter-in-law Jessica Newkirk of Winslow;
brothers Ralph Newkirk of Knightstown and Kenny Newkirk of Indianapolis; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Service will be 1 p.m. CST July 30 at the Lamb Basham Memorial Chapel with burial in Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be July 29 4-7 p.m. CST at the chapel.
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Memorial gifts honor loved ones Tips for writing dent’s name. This method of charity requires the most time and effort, but can prove to be quite an impactful memorial. Individuals who would like to go this route can consult with financial and tax professionals about the best way to establish a charitable group.
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The loss of a friend or loved one is seldom easy, particularly if a person had been suffering from an illness. Close friends and family honor the memories of their deceased loved ones in dif ferent ways. Charitable giving can be a great way to honor a loved one’s memory while helping others. Sur vivors often find comfort in the knowledge that they can do good in the name of a loved one. Tributes or memorial gifts can be approached in different ways and ser ve as an ongoing reminder of a deceased loved one.
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Families can focus on something their loved one cared deeply about, such as animal rescue, childr en, the ar ts, or even par ticular places in a community — such as a local park. According to CarePages, a company that produces free patient websites and offers community support for those coping with illness, families can choose to have their donations funneled to specific charities or
CREATE A CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Those who have the time and resources can establish their own charitable groups in the dece-
nonprofit groups. Other- the donation need not be wise, funds can be allocat- revealed. ed to a third par ty comPERSONAL munity fund that will disINTENTIONS tribute money to various Those who would like organizations no matter to make a donation but where they are located. cannot think of a charMEDICAL TRIBUTE ity to associate with their Memorial gifts that deceased loved one have assist medical associa- a host of options at their tions or groups working disposal. Consider donatto find cures or offer treat- ing to a school or library, ments for diseases are requesting materials be quite popular. If a loved purchased in the deceone passed away due to dent’s name. Other wise, a specific illness, it is donate to a general scholcommon to ask for dona- arship fund, possibly at the tions to a specific organi- decedent’s alma mater. zation that specializes in FINISH THEIR WORK information and ser vices If the decedent was pertaining to that illness. Many such groups have engaged in a charitable a “donate in memor y” project prior to their death, option on their websites. volunteer to help complete Oftentimes families are that project. Giving back after the notified regarding who made memorial dona - death of a loved one is a tions in their loved ones’ great way to keep the memnames, but the amount of ory of that person alive.
The benefits of preplanning your funeral METRO CREATIVE CONTENT
Coping with the death of a loved one is never easy. Dealing with a sudden, unexpected death of a beloved friend or family member can be even more difficult, especially for those people who have to make important financial decisions while grieving. To remove the burden and stress associated with funeral planning, many adults preplan their funerals. Adults can be as specific as they prefer to be when preplanning their funerals, and doing so gives relatives peace of mind knowing that their loved ones’ funeral ser vices were conducted in accordance to their own wishes. Preplanning a funeral may sound morbid, as few people want to think about their deaths or discuss dying with their families. But there are numerous benefits to preplanning funerals. • Preplanning provides time to make the best decisions. Men and women who preplan their funerals have ample time to decide just
what they want their memorial services to be like and how they want to fund those ser vices. Men and women trusted to make those decisions upon the death of a loved one will need to make those decisions more quickly and likely won’t be in the correct frame of mind to make decisions that will honor their loved one’s legacy. • Preplanning ensures your wishes are honored. Men and women who formalize their funeral plans will ensure their wishes are honored. That can give men and women peace of mind and will provide peace of mind to the loved ones they leave behind, who can attend funeral services knowing those ser vices are being conducted in adherence to their loved one’s wishes. Even men and women who discuss their wishes for their funerals with loved ones may not have those wishes honored if they are not put in writing. • Preplanning can help control costs. Preplanning often includes men and women setting aside money for their funerals before they pass away. Knowing that a funeral,
which can be expensive, is already paid for can provide additional peace of mind. Instead of worrying that their relatives will be forced to handle the burden of financing their funerals, men and women who preplan can rest easy knowing their insurance money and life’s savings will be going to their surviving loved ones and not toward paying for funeral expenses. • Preplanning protects families faced with sudden death. Few people want to think about their deaths, and fewer still want to think about dying suddenly and/or dying young. Preplanning a funeral and setting money aside early can protect and help families faced with sudden deaths. That can be especially important for young parents, who won’t want to leave their spouses and children financially destitute should they suddenly pass away. Preplanning a funeral may not be something to look for ward to, but doing so can protect families and provide men and women with some peace of mind.
Tracing your geneaology is made easy with technology and the Internet METRO CREATIVE CONTENT plete picture of family rela-
The internet has put more information into our hands than generations past may have ever believed possible. One of the more unique ways the internet has opened doors is by providing a relatively easy way for men and women to trace their family histories. Once difficult to gather, information with regard to genealogy is now just a click away. Tracing one’s genealogy has become a popular pastime and one that is much more manageable thanks to the bevy of family tree and family lineage websites. Such sites work by gathering some key information, including the names and birthdays of certain relatives. The sites then use this data to create a more com-
tions. On the popular genealogy site Ancestry.com, for example, suggestions pop up with a potential relative’s name or further information about a loved one, which can then populate the family tree even further. In addition to knowing just who is in a family, tracing genealogy also can present a bigger picture of relatives’ occupations and military history, and may even shed light on their travel histories. Family tree sites can be enhanced by uploading images, census data, immigration records, and even more documents that would be otherwise buried in photo albums or memory keepsakes. Taking family geneaology a step further, many people are opting to couple
their family history quests with DNA testing. Companies such as 23andMe can use a saliva sample to help pinpoint potential geographic roots. These findings can include an estimate on ethnicity, going as far as breaking down the percentage of ethnicity from certain regions of the world. Further testing may include the ability to learn about other relatives who are linked through these DNA matches. Family geneaology websites can provide fascinating windows into our family histories. People who are unsure of their ethnicity, those who were adopted, or anyone who is just curious about how their families began can find a wealth of interesting information in relatively little time.
Preserve family memories for years to come
albums, printing photos and then placing them behind plastic-lined pages. The Families enjoy many moments together photo book software also may include throughout the years. However, in today’s background designs and funny captions to digital world, quite often those experiences help customize pages even further. fail to see the light of day past an initial PHOTO COLLAGE tweet or Instagram post. Too often file If you are a purist and like to have upon file remains in a digital graveyard on photo prints in hand, then have several of a mobile phone or external hard drive. Instead of letting photos, videos, draw- a particular occasion made and then attach ings, and memorabilia from vacations and them to a decorative piece of wood. Using other family experiences linger unappreci- a decoupage product or a shellac, coat the ated, families can preserve these memo- collage so that it can be preserved. Hang ries. Explore the various ways to share your collage as a piece of handmade artwork on display. occasions with others. METRO CREATIVE CONTENT
PHOTO BOOKS
Don’t procrastinate and let photo files pile up. Promptly upload them to your favorite photo printing site or bring them to a retailer that has photo machines, such as a nearby pharmacy. Such businesses routinely offer coupons and steep discounts on photo books. The software is user-friendly, and, in a week or two, you can have a photo book ready to go. This is less time-consuming than making photo
ARTWORK GALLERY
Children routinely bring home artwork they made in school, daycare and other organized classes. Sometimes these items get stashed in plastic containers that are ultimately stored in attics or basements, only to be “discovered” years later. Rather than relegating them to storage, invest in frames of various sizes and hang the pictures as if they were in an art gallery.
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ing such information in the obituar y may find it helps them avoid having to answer numerous inquiries about the loved one’s demise at the ensuing visitation and funeral services. • Include some biographical information. Obituaries are typically more than simple announcements of death. Some simple biological information can shed light on who the deceased was and his or her personal and professional accomplishments. Biographical information like full name, place of birth, family (i.e., spouse, children, grandchildren, etc.), militar y ser vice, place of employment, charity work, and hobbies can give readers an accurate idea of the life your loved one lived. • Include donation information. Well-wishers who read the obituar y may want to send flowers or make donations to express their condolences. Include the family preference regarding flowers or donations in the obituar y. When requesting donations be made to the deceased’s favorite charity, include the charity’s full name and contact information or a website in the obituary. • Include visitation and funeral information. Be sure to include the day, location and visitation hours for viewings. If the funeral will be public, include the day and time of the funeral as well. • Have the obituar y ready one to two days before the ser vices are scheduled. Publishing the obituar y a couple of days in advance of visitation hours gives loved ones of the deceased time to arrange to visit and pay their respects.
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Coping with the death of a loved one is never easy. Even those comfor ted by the acknowledgment that a recently deceased friend or family member lived a full life may still str uggle with the sense of loss that comes with the passing of a loved one. Upon the passing of a loved one, an individual is often tasked with writing an obituar y. Some people may find writing an obituar y is cathartic, providing an opportunity to tell a loved one’s life stor y and indicate how unique the deceased was. Because writing an obituary is not something people are asked to do every day, it’s understandable if many men and women don’t know where to begin. Obituaries do not necessarily have to follow a formula, but the following tips can help people compose an obituar y that conveys who their deceased loved one was and how much this person meant to friends and family. • If submitting an obituar y individually and not through a funeral home, be aware that some newspapers may have obituary guidelines that govern things like writing style and obituary length. • Do not feel obliged to include cause of death. While acquaintances who first learn of a person’s death via an obituar y may be curious about cause of death, loved ones of the deceased do not have to include such information if they are uncomfortable doing so. Many obituaries never include such information, so readers likely won’t expect it. Those who are comfor table includ-
Navigating the emotional waters in discussion of funeral trusts METRO CREATIVE CONTENT
Discussing end-of-life issues can be an emotional experience. Making decisions upon the death of a loved one can be challenging, especially if the wishes of the deceased are murky or unknown. Funeral trusts often help families avoid making decisions at times when their emotions may make such decisions more difficult.
WHAT IS PREPLANNING A FUNERAL?
asset from any financial lookback period that helps determine eligibility for government healthcare services, such as Medicaid. Revocable funeral trusts can be canceled. According to the National Care Planning Council, a revocable trust can be created by anyone and, at a later date, can be dissolved by the person who originally created it. Various organizations oversee the investment and management of prepaid funeral trust accounts.
Preplanning a funeral can save family and friends from WHEN IS A TRUST having to make difficult deciUNNECESSARY? sions. It also enables people In certain instances, a to choose their burial space, funeral trust will not be services and transportation. needed. Those who have Preplanning also allows peo- the means to fund long-term ple to pay for or arrange payment for their funeral costs ahead of time.
care services and will not need assistance later in life may not want their money locked up in a trust. Others opt for life insurance policies to pay for funeral needs.
Funeral homes may work directly with companies that manage funeral funds. Speak with a funeral director if you want to learn more about trusts. Trusts also can be established by working with an elder care attorney or with a funeral trust agency. Taking care of funeral planning in advance can relieve families of the stress of making funeral decisions in the wake of a loved one’s death.
WHAT IS A FUNERAL TRUST?
Funeral trust can be a smart investment for people who have not spelled out their wishes in a will or conveyed them in writing to someone who will be managing their estate. Funeral trusts may be referred to as revocable or irrevocable. An irrevocable funeral trust, or IFT, is a tool people who are facing the high cost of skilled nursing care can consider. An IFT establishes an account into which money for funeral expenses is deposited. The money cannot be withdrawn or refunded, and funds must be used for funeral expenses. In the United States, an IFT is often considered an eligible expense during the social services spend-down process. That means the money deposited in the trust is exempt as a countable
ASSISTANCE WITH FUNERAL TRUSTS
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