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Mary Lisa (Walz) Swoape of Bloomington passed away peacefully in her bed on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the age of 70. Lisa was born to Richard and Lauretta Evalyn (Dennison) Walz in South Bend, Indiana on July 14, 1952. She attended Indiana University where she studied literature. Lisa used her education to teach children her entire life. She worked as a private nanny, and a teacher at Kids Club Preschool and St. Benedict Classical Catholic School. Mary was a creative person with a passion for nature and her faith. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and writing poetry. Lisa was an avid reader, she could be found with a book by her side ready to enjoy. Above all Lisa was a mother. Her...

Eileen Goss, 68, of Bloomington passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at Hearthstone Health Campus. Eileen was born February 27, 1953 in Columbus, IN, she was the daughter of Keith and Leona Waggoner. Raised in Freetown, IN she graduated from Brownstown Central High School and married her high school sweetheart, Jack Goss, on June 23, 1973. Eileen attended and graduated from Indiana Central University (now University of Indianapolis ). She went on to work at St. Francis Hospital before spending 24 years at RBBCSC as the school nurse for Stinesville Elementary. She became the nurse manager for RBBCSC before retiring in 2013. She served the community on the Richland Township Advisory...

Judith (Judy) Kay (Walls)(Livingston) McDougal, age 79, sadly, passed away from this realm, surrounded by her family, on Friday, October 22, 2021. Judy was born on April 13, 1942 and raised at the family farm in Gosport, Indiana. Judy attended Stinesville schools where she was a cheerleader and played percussion in the Stinesville High School band. She was one of I.U. sports biggest fans. Her and husband Leon had season tickets to both men's & women's basketball as well as men's football for many years. Her favorite seat for football games was directly across the aisle from I.U.'s Marching 100 (the best of both worlds; sports & music). Judy's adult life started as a housewife and...

Ruth A. Ellis, 98, of Ellettsville passed away at IU Health-Bloomington Hospice House on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 23, 1923, she was the daughter of Howard E. and Anna G. (Zike) Godsey. Ruth was a homemaker. She loved spending time visiting with her family and friends. Ruth loved to sing songs and recite poems to all of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Ruth was a devout Baptist who dedicated her life to the Lord and was a charter member of Lifeway Baptist Church. She will be greatly missed. Ruth is survived by her Son, Robert J. Cantrell (Ruth) and Two Daughters, Beverly K. May (Paul), and Ava Gene McSwane (David); Step Daughter,...

William Paul Gillaspy, 89 of Gosport, passed away at Majestic Care of Avon on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Bill was born on September 20, 1931 in Ellettsville and shortly after birth was adopted by Thomas Franklin Gillaspy and Edith Ann (Miller) Gillaspy. He graduated from Gosport High School in 1949 and then joined the United States Navy in 1950 serving in the South Pacific until 1954. He fondly recounted many great times he had while serving in the Navy and many times regretted not staying until he could retire. Bill was married to Cynthia Marie (Sater) Gillaspy on December 31, 1954 until her death in 2003. He was also preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Loretta Marie in...

Stephen Bradley Thornton, 50 of Ellettsville, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. He was born in Bloomington, Indiana on November 14, 1970 into the home of Gene and Mable (Flynn) Thornton. Stephen was a hard working and devoted employee working for the Coca Cola Company making deliveries for 20 years. He also worked as a welder and mechanic with the National Salvage and Service Corporation for 18 years. He was a loving and good Dad and bonus Dad. Family was always important to Stephen and he wouldn't miss the chance to have a gathering, for dinner, movies or just because. He was the life of any get together. Stephen had a loving big caring heart, placing everyone's...

David "Indian" McNally Sr, 68 of Ellettsville passed away at Richland Bean Blossom Health Care Center on Saturday, April 24, 2021. He was born in Munising, MI on July 13, 1952 into the home of John C. McNally and Dawn ( Bennett) Morrison. David was self employed but he had worked at the Stinesville Qurry, County Auto Parts and JB Salvage. David enjoyed racing from Sprints to NASCAR, in his free time you could find him doing odd jobs on his Bulldozer. David is survived by his Wife Teresa (Johnson) McNally Son, David McNally Jr (Nichole), Grandchildren Maddie and Mitchell McNally and Ashlyn Hodge, 2 Sisters April Heyrman and Cheryl Heyrman He was preceded in death by his Parents,...

Cody Ryan Chambers of Gosport passed away at his residence on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at the age of 34. Born in Bloomington on November 4, 1986 he was the son of Donna (Chambers) Smith. Cody loved music, especially country music. He was always a happy, smiling person and enjoyed his family. Cody is survived by his Mother, Donna Smith (Kendall Cullison); Siblings, Kaycee Merriman (Caleb), Baylee Smith (Jason Lovell) and Jesse Cullison; Grandmother, Betty Chambers; Aunt's D'Ann Mills (Greg) and Cathy Chambers; and Nephews, Knox Sears and Leighton Merriman. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather, Thomas E. Chambers, Sr.; Uncle, Thomas E. Chambers, Jr., and Aunt, Debbie...

Laura Katrina Ranard of Spencer passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at IU Health-Bloomington Hospital. She was 73 years old. She was born to Fred Sheeks and Kathrine (Ames) DeMinco on June 20, 1947 in Martinsville. Laura was a school bus driver and custodian for MCCSC. She loved gardening, bird watching, and she was an avid supporter of the Police and Firemen. Laura is survived by her Children, Mike Ranard (Stacie) of Bloomington, Kyla Arthur (Jim) of Spencer, Shawn Ranard of Bloomington, and Talia Ranard-Johnson of Bloomington; Fifteen Grandchildren, Austin, Ashley, Whitney, Mason, Cortney, Gage, Jordan, Dylen, Brad, Chris, Spencer, Reed, Tristan, Alex, and Kensey; Twenty-Three...

Mary Ann (Gillaspy) Steinhagen, 92, Ellettsville, IN passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Hearthstone Health Campus. Mary Ann was born on November 23, 1928 in Ellettsville, IN. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Fred Steinhagen, her parents James D. and Rose Gretchen (May) Gillaspy, her sisters, Rea Ellen (In infancy) and Thelma Jane (1yr old), her brothers, Jimmy Gillaspy (Korean War) and, Donnie Gillaspy. Nephews, Brian Gillaspy, Rick and Mike Burnett, Son in Law, Robert Oliver Jr. She is survived by one son, Gerry Steinhagen and his wife, Debbie of Greenwood, IN, two daughters, Beverly (Steinhagen) Oliver, Winchester, IN and Anita (Steinhagen) and her husband...

Marian "Ruth" Watson passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Garden Villa Health Care Center at the age of 79. Born on September 23, 1941 in Stinesville, she was the daughter of Emery A. and Carrie A. (Pless) Kiser. Ruth lived in Monroe county most of her life graduating from Stinesville High School where she played clarinet in the band from 6th grade onto 12th grade. After high school Ruth worked at RCA for many years. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Ruth liked genealogy and researching her ancestors. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting as well as adult coloring. We will fondly remember our many memories with her and will miss her dearly. Ruth is survived by...

John L. Davis of Bloomington passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at the age of 55. John attended Bloomington High School North and graduated in 1985. He began his career at General Electric in 1987 and retired after 30 years. He was an active Union member (IBEW2249) who passionately fought for the rights of his coworkers. After retiring from General Electric, he enjoyed working at his father's business, Meineke Car Center. John loved being a dedicated auxiliary member at Bloomington's VFW Post #604. Nothing made him happier than serving the local military and veteran community through volunteering in the post's kitchen. His hobbies included competing in bass...

Patrick E. Wilkens, 85, of Bloomington passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 11, 2021. He was born in Lawrence, Michigan on October 23, 1935 to Dorothy and Harvey Wilkens. He attended Lawrence High School and then served in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Air Force. He had a heating and air conditioning business called Pro Refrigeration for many years. Those who knew Patrick were aware of his unbridled passion and fervor for the Lord. He made it his life's mission to share his beliefs with whomever he came into contact. He spent hours each day studying the Bible. Patrick is survived by his loving wife, Dale Wilkens; former wife, Ruth, and their children,...

James Richard Miller, 73, of Ellettsville passed away at IU Health-Bloomington Hospital on Saturday, March 6, 2021. James was born on May 16, 1947 in Newark, NJ into the home of Albert and Betty (Bridges) Miller. He proudly served in the United States Army from Sept. 1966 to Sept. 1968. James retired from Otis Elevator as a Gauge Lab Inspector serving for 39 years. He then worked for American Fasteners Inc. for five years before retiring in 2009. James liked riding his motorcycle and using his talents as a woodworker to make wooden bowls, pens, and cutting boards. James is survived by his wife, Anne of Ellettsville; Daughter, Jennifer (William) Perry of Bloomington; Son, Andrew...