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Dennis P. Shields, 75 of New Castle, and formerly of Ft. Wayne & Marion passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, at The Willows of New Castle. He was July 10, 1949 in Marion, IN to the late William Preston Shields & Viola (Sailors) Shields . Dennis worked as an Independent Insurance Agent; Insurance Agent for Combined Insurance, Prudential Insurance; History Teacher and Driver's Education Instructor at Eastbrook High School in Grant County. He was lifelong fan of Indiana University basketball, football, and the Little 500. Participant in the 1970 and 1971 Little 500. Traveled in 1972 with Wandering Wheels of Taylor University from Toledo, Ohio to Bar Harbor, Maine. Longtime Indy...

Ruth Elaine Grider, 88, of Alexandria, TN and formerly of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 12, 1935, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Ralph & Mary (Koons) Higgins. Ruth was proud to be a Member of the Upper Helton Baptist Church in Alexandria TN. She Graduated New Castle High School 1953. Ruth was head of several Chamber of Commerce including Decatur, Richmond and Peru. She worked for Dunham Lehr, Paul Graphics as well and concluded her career at 70 with the Wayne County Tourism Bureau. Ruth was a singer, and passed up College to become a Mother. She loved gospel music, especially the Gaither's. Knitting,...

Robert (Bob) Maurice Swindell, 84, entered his eternal home with Jesus on December 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on December 23, 1939. His parents, Jim and Louise (Williams) Swindell, preceded him in death, as well as his former wife, Mary Swindell, sister-in-law Jean Swindell and his beloved dog, Bo. He is survived by his daughters, Lisa (Chris) Richey of New Castle, and Nataile (Eli) Reed of Cincinnati, OH; grandchildren, Amanda (Todd) Lunsford of Muncie, and Emily (Joseph) Reed of Noblesville; great-grandchildren, Camden Lunsford, and Drew Lunsford. He is also survived by his siblings, Jim (Linda) Swindell, John Swindell, Jane (Jerry)...

Betty (Cooley) Raines passed away peacefully at home in her sleep on Monday October 30, 2023. She was born October 9, 1928, at home on Park Ave (now Roosevelt). She was proceeded in death by her husband, J Howard Raines Sr in 2008: son, John H Raines Jr in 2020 and his wife, Kay in 2005: her parents, Cecil & Treva (Cameron) Cooley and 3 siblings; Chuck Cooley, Marjorie Rhodes & her baby brother Norman Cooley and grandsons Geoffrey Raines and Nicholas Alberding. She is survived by her son Stanley (Kathy) Raines and daughters, Jeananne (Stephen) Alberding and Jill Lang. She also has 11 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren with 1st great great baby coming next year. She also has...

Roger Dale "Pepaw" Boling passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on September 18th, 2023. Roger was the 7th son of the late Lona and Clara (Taylor) Boling, born on June 5th, 1947, in New Castle Indiana. He graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle, Indiana and Immediately enlisted in the United States Army on November 23rd, 1966. Roger served his country in the Vietnam War from 1966-1968 as a member of the 26th Infantry Regiment "Blue Spaders" of the Big Red One. He received several awards, including the Silver Star for his gallantry, two Bronze Stars for heroism and bravery, and the Purple Heart after being wounded in combat, Army Commendation medal with...

Thomas Owen (AJ) Meissnest Thomas Owen (AJ) Meissnest 811, passed away at 5:40pm, Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Community Howard in Kokomo. He was born March 20,1942 in Lafayette, Indiana. He was the son of Ernest and Edythe (Norris) Meissnest. He married the love of his love, Jane Kaufman on September 7, 1975, and they just celebrated 48 years together. Thomas graduated from Kokomo High School in 1960, and eventually wound up working for the Chrysler Corporation. He was a proud member of local 1166 and was a tool and die maker at the Chrysler Casting Plant, working over 35 years, until his retirement in 2007. He was very proud of the fact that he was the person with the third...

Shirley Ann (Hart) Bell, age 87, of New Castle, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Brickyard Health Care in Muncie. She was born August 14, 1936, in Muncie, Indiana to the late Cletus & Alice (Johnson) Hart. Ann married the love of her life Frank and enjoyed several years of marriage until his passing. She was a member of the the Northside Church of God in Muncie where she enjoyed playing piano and served as the church secretary/bookkeeper. She loved animals and would always have food out on the porch for ALL stray animals you could imagine. She was known, even though she had no children herself, as the mother of the family. She was a caregiver and would take care of the family...

Robert "Bob" Ray Kellams, age 76, of New Castle, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Greenfield. He was born, September 30, 1946, in Richmond, to the late Vernie & Isabell (Johnson) Kellams. Bob married his wife Carolyn (Brunes) on June 12, 1981, and enjoyed 42 years together. Bob proudly served his country as a member of the Indiana Army National Guard. He retired after 30 years as the Hospital Physical Plant Director. He enjoyed woodworking and spent numerous hours working on genealogy. More than anything his time with his family was what he enjoyed most. Bob is survived his wife Carolyn: children; Casey (Kelly) Kellams, Christina Duncan & Julie...

Robert "Bob" Ray Kellams, age 76, of New Castle, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Greenfield. He was born, September 30, 1946, in Richmond, to the late Vernie & Isabell (Johnson) Kellams. Bob married his wife Carolyn (Brunes) on June 12, 1981, and enjoyed 42 years together. Bob proudly served his country as a member of the Indiana Army National Guard. He retired after 30 years as the Hospital Physical Plant Director. He enjoyed woodworking and spent numerous hours working on genealogy. More than anything his time with his family was what he enjoyed most. Bob is survived his wife Carolyn: children; Casey (Kelly) Kellams, Christina Duncan & Julie...

Linda (Minton) Lawson, age 80, formerly of New Castle, passed away Thursday, April 6, 2023, at her home. She was born October 28, 1942, in Somerset, Kentucky to the late William & Juanita (Nunn) Minton. Linda graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in New Castle. She married the love of her life Philip Lawson on July 3, 1962, and enjoyed 45 years of marriage until his passing in 2007. Linda was a homemaker and ran Bingo for the Pal Club in Anderson for many years. Linda loved to cook and would cook for the whole neighborhood if she could. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren, and great grandchildren in their many activities. She and her husband, Philip enjoyed traveling...

Delores J (Hart) Young, age 95, formerly of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born October 15, 1927, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Raymond & Gladice (Stephens) Hart. Delores graduated from Cadiz High School in 1945. She worked for several years before retiring for the Indiana State Hospital in both New Castle and North Vernon, Indiana. After retirement she moved to Winter Haven, Florida and worked for the hospital there. While in Winter Haven she was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed playing the piano and organ for her church doing crafts and was a great cook. Everyone will miss her cooking,...

Anthony W. "Tony" Hinshaw, age 62, resident of Losantville, Indiana passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was born September 25, 1959 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of the late Joseph Paul Hinshaw and Cecil Marlene (Chapman) Hinshaw. Tony was a 1978 graduate of Union High School and attended Indiana Tech where he received his Construction Management Certificate that he was very proud of. He served an enlistment with the US Army as a Military Police. He held the position of Losantville Town Marshall for several years and served as first responder and volunteer fireman at Losantville. Tony enjoyed giving back to his community which included serving...

Stephanie Marie Buck, age 34, passed away after a hard battle from a brain aneurysm Friday, November 5, 2021. She was born April 19, 1987 in Franklin, In and a resident of New Castle, In. Stephanie was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend to all who knew her. Stephanie is survived by her mother, Jodie Rybolt; father, Douglas Buck; daughter, Ashtin Reed; son, Hayden Reed; sister, Chelsie Throop Mann; brother, Michael Rybolt; maternal grandparents, Perry and Garnet Frost; paternal grandparents, Bill and Carol Buck; paternal grandparents, Lawrence and Sandy Rybolt Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Stephanie was preceded in death by her father, Troy...

It is with great sadness that the family of Kelsey Jane Polk age 25 announces her passing. She is the daughter of Eddy and Wendy (Smith) Polk of Greenfield. Kelsey was fun loving and free spirited. She enjoyed traveling and loved animals, which included her dog Simba. Kelsey loved going to concerts and listening to her music. She always enjoyed spending time with family and friends and lit up the room with her infectious smile. She will forever be remembered by Grandparents Ron & Jane Smith of New Castle and Gene and Jean Polk of Greenfield Brothers Brandon (Samantha) Radford and Cody (Andi) Polk. Niece/Nephew Eva & Hudson Radford who she adored. Uncles Scott (Amy) Smith and...