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Timothy J. Blair, 63, of Columbus passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2020, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility. Tim was born in Beloit, Wisconsin May 1, 1959, the son of James L. and Janice Galauner Blair. He married Lorrie Becraft and she survives. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Beloit. He was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed working outside and was a good carpenter. He drove semi-trucks for many years. He is survived by his wife, Lorrie Blair of Columbus; father, James L. Blair of Columbus; daughter Kimberley (Jon) Cabot of Beloit; brothers, Thomas Blair of Columbus and David Blair of Bloomington; 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother; brother,...

Rick W. Bush, 69, of Columbus passed away Friday, May 20, 2022, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. Rick was born in Columbus April 18, 1953, the son of Marion B. "Horse Fly" and Betty L. Vandagriff Bush. He married Jane Bricker February 9, 1975 at Sandy Hook United Methodist Church in Columbus. He was co-owner of, long time Columbus business, Bush's Market. Rick was a member of Flintwood Wesleyan Church, was a member and past master of Camon Masonic Lodge # 343, Columbus York Rite, Bartholomew County Shrine Club and Hartsville Chapter # 550 Order of Eastern Star. His great love was farming, working in the yard, music, reading and needle pointing and showing his work at the...

Rick W. Bush, 69, of Columbus passed away Friday, May 20, 2022, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. Survivors include his wife Jane Bush. Arrangements are pending at Myers~Reed Chapel on 25th Street.

Martha Ann Johnson, 71, of Columbus passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022, at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital. Martha was born in Bartholomew County February 5, 1951, the daughter of Elza Eugene and Lois Carter Boggs. She married Hubert D. Johnson September 3, 1970 in Columbus; he preceded her in death August 31, 2015. She retired after several years from the Bartholomew Consolidated School System, where she was a custodian. She attended First Christian Church, enjoyed crossword puzzles, knitting and reading. She is survived by her nephews, Tim (Elaine) Boggs of North Vernon, Michael (Karla) Boggs of North Vernon and Francis Boggs, Jr.; several great nieces and nephews and great great nieces...

William Eugene Denny, 98, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Heritage House of Greensburg. William was born November 23, 1923. He served in the United States Army and after his discharge, he began working at Cummins Engine Company. He retired from Cummins after 40 years. William was a member of the Columbus Moose Lodge No. 398 and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #233 in Edinburgh. He had a passion for bass fishing and traveled on many fishing trips throughout his life. He especially enjoyed the family tradition of fishing trips in Canada with his sons. He is survived by his sons, Dale Denny and Lynn Denny (Melody Lambert); several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...

William Eugene Denny, 98, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Heritage House of Greensburg. William was born November 23, 1923. He served in the United States Army and after his discharge, he began working at Cummins Engine Company. He retired from Cummins after 40 years. William was a member of the Columbus Moose Lodge No. 398 and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #233 in Edinburgh. He had a passion for bass fishing and traveled on many fishing trips throughout his life. He especially enjoyed the family tradition of fishing trips in Canada with his sons. He is survived by his sons, Dale Denny and Lynn Denny (Melody Lambert); several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...

David M. Hartman, 65, of Columbus, died May 3, 2022. A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm Monday, May 9, 2022 at Garland Brook Cemetery. Myers-Reed Chapel is serving the family.

Brett Neal Smith, 67, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022. Arrangements are pending at Hathaway-Myers Chapel and a full obituary will be published in the coming days.

Martha Ann (Brewer) Bell, 86, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2022 at home with her family by her side. Martha was born February 22, 1936 in Marion County, Indiana. She was born to the late Ernest and Esther (Speckner) Brewer. She married William "Bill" Edgar Bell on February 19, 1955 at St. Ambrose Church in Seymour, Indiana. Martha was a long time practicing Catholic and when she and Bill moved to Columbus in 1976, she joined St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. There, she served on the funeral dinner committee for many years. She was also a member of The Daughters of Isabell and the Loyal Order of the Moose. Though she was mainly a homemaker as her family began to grow, she also held...

Sue Ann Beever Dix, 69, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at Four Seasons Health Center. Sue was born August 14, 1952 in Mount Vernon, Ohio to parents Alan B. And Betty Beever. She married Michael Dix on February 14, 1970. In the early years of their marriage they enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling, especially to the beach in Florida. In 1978, they had their son, Paul. Sue had many talents and interests throughout her life and there weren't many things she couldn't do. She worked in real estate, and worked as a veterinarian assistant, and even served as athletic director at Jefferson Elementary School where her son was attending. She loved animals, especially her dogs, and...

Sue Beever Dix, 69, passed away Tuesday, April 26 at Four Seasons Healthcare. Arrangements are pending at Myers-Reed. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and a full obituary will be published in the coming days.

Joseph D. Theile, 78, of Columbus passed away Monday, April 18, 2022, at his home. He was born in Louisville, KY March 9, 1944, the son of Louis F. and Veronica Basch Theile. He married Diane Schultz April 29, 1967 in Schnellville, IN; she preceded him in death September 30, 1997. He was a former Cummins Engine Company employee and retired from Bartholomew County School Corporation after several years in the maintenance department. He was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. He is survived by his sons, Timothy A., David L. and Jared J. Theile all of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sister, Mary Jo Merkley. Visitation for Mr. Theile will be Friday 4:00...

Allie Mae Cherry, 100, of Columbus, passed away at home on Monday, April 18, 2022. She was born February 6, 1922 in Moss, TN, to Terry J. and Emily F. (Moore) Odle. Mrs. Cherry was a member of the 25th Street Church of Christ. She was a former employee of Roviar Sportswear and retired from Columbus Regional Hospital, where she worked as a dietary aide. She was also a foster grandparent at Children, Inc. Allie enjoyed flower gardening, quilting and cooking for her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gilbert Cherry; daughter, Margie Hammack; sons, Clyde and Eugene Cherry; and siblings, Anna Compton, Mabel Fox and Fred Odle. Survivors...

William N. "Bill" Fouts, 60, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022 in Indianapolis. Arrangements are pending at Hathaway-Myers Chapel. A full obituary will be published in the coming days.

Goldie Mae Poole, 64, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022 surrounded by her family. Goldie was born May 6, 1957 in Indianapolis, Indiana to parents Charles and Imogene Campfield. She married Kenneth Poole on June 8, 1974 and he survives. Goldie and Kenny were members of Hope House of Prayer in Hope, Indiana, and enjoyed bowling together with their local bowling league. Goldie worked at Dorel Juvenile Group for 35 years and was planning to retire in May. She enjoyed shopping, especially at yard sales; but more than anything, she loved spending time with her grandbabies. Family was at the center of Goldie's world. She had a warm heart and a kind soul, and always made sure her family...

John Charles Adams Jr., 74, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at Columbus Regional Hospital. John was born May 23, 1947 in Ohio. He was the son of John Charles Sr. and Donna Chambers Adams. He worked in building maintenance for over 40 years. John enjoyed playing cards and visiting with people. He was a people person and enjoyed conversations with anyone that crossed his path. John is survived by his good friends, Cara Jeffries, Phil Pongracz, Tanya Pongracz, and Adam Pongracz. He was preceded in death by his mother and father. A graveside service for John will be held Wednesday, March 30 at 11 am at Garland Brook Cemetery with Pastor Larry Isbell officiating. To share a fond...

Jennifer A. Wilson Nichols, 48, of Columbus passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022, at her home. She was born in Batesville, Indiana October 16, 1973, the daughter of Allan K. and Barbara Jean Adams Wilson. She was a homemaker and mother. Survivors are: father, Allan K. Wilson of Columbus, soul mate, Reggie K. Booker of Columbus; Children, Terrill A. (Hayley Anderson) Nichols, Jalen Nichols, Cassius K. Booker, Breiana Martin, Jasmyne Martin Kedric Martin and Kyle Moxley all of Columbus; sister, Rebekah J. (David Whittington) Perry of Columbus; brothers, Robert A. (Leslie) Wilson of Anderson, Timothy K. Wilson of Columbus; grandchildren, Terrill A. Nichols, Jr and Remi E. Nichols both of...

Jennifer A. Wilson Nichols,48, passed away Saturday at her home. A memorial service will be held at 2pm Thursday at Myers~Reed Chapel on 25th Street. Calling from noon to service. A complete obituary in Wednesday's Republic.

Charles Wayne Brown, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Brown County Health and Living. Arrangements are pending at Myers-Reed Chapel. A full obituary will be published in the coming days.

Charles Wayne Brown, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Brown County Health and Living. He was born March 30, 1938 in Bartholomew County to parents Verle and Helen Brown. Charlie was a long-time member of Old Union United Church of Christ. He retired from Sonoco after 42 years and served in the United States National Guard for 38 years. He married Barbara Jean Brown on May 11, 1997 and she preceded him in death on October 17, 2021. Charlie enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and he loved being outdoors. He is survived by his daughter, Kristy (David) Smith; grandchildren, Brandon (Angel) and Kayla (Alex) Dunbar; Jammie and Tyler Gassaway; sisters, Ann Clemmons and Marilyn...

Madjena Inez "Jean" Stepper, 87, of Columbus passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Silver Oaks Health Campus. Jean was born in Red Boiling Springs, TN January 13, 1935, the daughter of Luther V. and Lera M. Smith Jones. She married Fred C. Stepper June 25, 1954 in Salem, OR; he preceded her in death January 29, 2006. She was a very active member of Grace Lutheran Church. She is survived by sons, Fredrick G. Stepper of North Vernon and Mark R. (Patricia) Stepper of Columbus; grandchildren, Fredrick Stepper, Melissa Lucic, John Stepper, Lindsay Grimes, Sarah Caranahan, Amber Stepper and Marcus Stepper. Sister, Sheila (James) Daugherty of North Vernon; brother, Anthony (Caryl) Jones of...