Carrol Eugene Mathis, 90, formerly the Mayor of Buddha, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021, at Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital. Born January 16, 1931, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Victor E. and Alberta (Myers) Mathis. He married Joan Lee Bush April 19, 1952. Carrol retired from Kaiser Aluminum. He was a 1949 graduate of Tunnelton High School and a member of the Free Methodist Church. Carrol loved his John Deere tractors. Carrol was a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War and the recipient of two bronze stars. Survivors include his wife, Joan Mathis of Bedford; children, Cathy Jo (John) Root of Salem and Todd Steven (Mary) Mathis of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren,...

David Martin "Moe" Earl, 64, passed away Friday, February 26, at Indiana University Health Hospice House in Bloomington. Born September 5, 1956, in Bedford, he was the son of Claude V. and Joan Lee (Bell) Earl. David was a farmer and retired from Stone City Products. He graduated from Mitchell High School in 1975. David loved spending time with his grandkids and being outdoors. Survivors include his children, Jamie (Tim) Pridemore of Mitchell and Evan (Jeanene) Earl of Mitchell; grandchildren, Nathan Miller, Lucas Miller, Aiden Pridemore, Ike Johnson, Ryder Earl, and Natalia Swaagman; and siblings, Douglas (Jana) Earl of Mitchell and Lea Angela "Angie"...

Carl Oren Farley, 80, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Ascension St. Vincent Dunn Hospital in Bedford. Born September 26, 1940, in Bedford, he was the son of Carl Howard and Vivian Helen (Kendall) Farley. He married Sharron DeMoss August 7, 1987, and she preceded him in death December 7, 2014. Carl retired from military administration as a master sergeant. Carl was a past master and member of Masonic Lodge No. 228 F.&A.M., York Rite, Order of Eastern Star No. 503, and Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis. He was a 50 year member of American Legion No. 250 and the honor guard, White River Humane Society, Spring Mill Fraternal Order of Police No. 172, and Tri-County...

Charles Michael VanMeter, 65, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, at his home. Born August 2, 1955, in Mitchell, he was the son of Harry William Burton and Margaret Ann (VanMeter) Melton. He married Sandra Sue Jones February 21, 2004, and she preceded him in death August 16, 2019. Charles retired from the State of Indiana and had served in security and as a correction officer. Charles was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors include his step-sons, Marty Johnson of Bedford and Kevin Johnson of Bedford; siblings, Rick VanMeter, Donna King, Ralph VanMeter, Melissa Overstreet, Marla Salazar, and Beth Parks. His parents; wife; daughter, Rosemarie VanMeter, and...

Lester Wayne Bowden, Sr., 79, passed away peacefully with family around him on Friday, February 12, 2021, at his home. Born October 16, 1941, in Mitchell, he was the son of Bernard and Blanche (Batchelor) Bowden. He married Shirley Caraway January 1, 1983. Lester retired from General Motors with 30 years of service in 1993. He was a bus driver for Bedford-North Lawrence High School with 17 years of service and retired in 2011 from Barr Reeve Community Schools as a bus driver and custodian with 17 years of service. Lester was a member of the Orleans Church of the Nazarene and a 1961 graduate of Mitchell High School. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Bowden of Mitchell; children,...

Michael Wayne Lawson, 68, passed away February 3, 2021, in Arizona. Born August 17, 1952, in Bloomington, he was the son of George Everett and Carolyn Marie (Staggs) Lawson. He married Sherry Rose Andis May 29, 1971. Michael was a bishop and licensed with the Church of God. He pioneered two churches in Indiana and two in Arizona. Michael pastored 38 years with a secular job in heating and cooling. He loved playing the piano and guitar, and attended Woodville Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Sherry Lawson of Mohave Valley, Arizona; sons, Michael Wayne (Kristy) Lawson, Jr., of Bullhead City, Arizona, ...

Judith Ann Chastain 77, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Springs Valley Meadows in French Lick. Born February 6, 1943, in Otisco, she was the daughter of Clarence G. and Mary E. (Flinn) Dalton. She married Frederick W. Chastain June 28, 1963, and he preceded her in death February 12, 2001. Judy was formerly a manager at Montgomery Ward, and most recently was a pharamist's assistant at CVS. She was a member of Pinhook Christian Church and a 1961 graduate of Tunnelton High School. Judy enjoyed her grandkids and geneology. Survivors include her sons, Kevin W. (Charlotte) Chastain of French Lick and Michael D. (Angie) Chastain of Mitchell; grandchildren, Ashley Chastain,...

MITCHELL - Judith Ann Chastain 77, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Springs Valley Meadows in French Lick. Born February 6, 1943, in Otisco, she was the daughter of Clarence G. and Mary E. (Flinn) Dalton. She married Frederick W. Chastain June 28, 1963, and he preceded her in death February 12, 2001. Judy was formerly a manager at Montgomery Ward, and most recently was a pharamist's assistant at CVS. She was a member of Pinhook Christian Church and a 1961 graduate of Tunnelton High School. Judy enjoyed her grandkids and geneology. Survivors incluede her sons, Kevin W. (Charlotte) Chastain of French Lick and Michael D. (Angie) Chastain of Mitchell; grandchildren, Ashley...

James Eugene Gentry, 82, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital. Born September 5, 1938, in Crawfordsville, he was the son of Thomas Woodrow and Dorothy Marie (Lawson) Gentry. He married Rose M. Jones March 22, 1982. Jim retired from Regal Beloit. He was a member of the Campbellsburg Christian Church and served as deacon. He was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors and also enjoyed hunting and golfing. Jim loved spending time with family and friends. Jim was a U. S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and served on the U. S. S. Bennington. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 250, had been chaplain, and served the local...

Michael Austin Pritchett, 66, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021, at his residence. Born September 30, 1954, in Bloomington, he was the son of Frederick Austin "Bud" and Ruby Violet (Brassine) Pritchett. He married Trena Gaines September 6, 2014. He retired from General Motors with 45 years of service. Michael enjoyed playing the guitar, woodworking, and the outdoors. He was a member of Mt. Olive Church of Christ and Stonebelt Stargazers. Michael was an amazing father, husband, papaw, and friend. He was loved by so many people and will be dearly missed. Survivors include his wife, Trena Pritchett of Mitchell; children, Stephanie Renea Pritchett of Oolitic, Jennifer Michelle...

Morris "Butch" Chastain, born October 2, 1945, stepped into Heaven on Saturday, January 23, 2021. His parents were Charles Everett and Ethel Marie (Reynolds) Chastain and brothers are Charles Lee "Chocky" Chastain of Mitchell and Larry Dean Chastain, deceased. His wife, Nellotie "Nellie" (Porter) Chastain, survives. Married Feb.15, 1969, their lives were blessed with son, Sam (Ashley) Chastain, and daughter, Carol Marie (Troy) Lobosky, who blessed them with eight grandchildren. Cody Everett Chastain and Zane Patrick Lobosky welcomed their Papaw into Heaven. Surviving grandchildren are Samantha Dawn Chastain, Taylor Scott Lobosky, Caleb Wayne Lobosky and fianc? Darian Corra, Mitchell...

Ruth Elizabeth Hash, 92, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Born April 2, 1928, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Earl Vernon and Nancy Elizabeth (Turpin) Pemberton. She married James Vaughn Hash November 23, 1979, and he preceded her in death in 1999. Ruth retired with 20 years of service from RCA. She was a member of the Apostolic Faith Assembly. Ruth loved going to Mitchell Senior Citizens and she had many friends. Survivors include her daughters, Connie Sue Pace of Brownstown, Brenda Kay (Ted) LaMar of Roanoke, Virginia, Vickey Lynn Cummings of Bedford, Sandra Gail Prince of Bedford, and Nancy Elizabeth...

Robert Wilford McNeely, 90, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Mitchell Manor, surrounded by loved ones. Born September 16, 1930, in Mitchell, he was the son of Harry and Carrie (Nicholson) McNeely. He married Peggy Ann Blanton October 4, 1952. Robert retired from Carpenter Body Works. He loved his Lord, his family, music, and being in the woods. He was a member of the Mitchell Wesleyan Church and a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Peggy McNeely of Mitchell; son, Robert Anthony (Sherry) McNeely of Mitchell; daughter, Debra Ann (Kevin) Jenkins of Mitchell; grandchildren, BJ Jones, Denver McNeely, Matthew McNeely, Crystal (Mike) Carman, Cory...

Ruby Jeannette Wease, 88, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital. Born October 15, 1932, in Hoosier, Illinois, she was the daughter of Huey and Hattie (Rice) Scammahorn. She married Chester Carl Wease April 27, 1948, and he preceded her in death in 2001. Ruby was a homemaker and enjoyed life and traveling. She was a member of the Mitchell Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Survivors include her children, Loverta M. Dille of Mitchell and Jerry Wease of Springville; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and sister, Elberta Windhorst of Metropolis, Illinois. Her parents; husband; ...

Donna B. Dalton Sweigart, 95, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021, at Mitchell Manor. Born July 16, 1925, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Roy E. and Pauline (Braman) Dalton. She married William F. Sweigart August 16, 1992, and he preceded her in death December 21, 2006. Donna B. retired from Public Service Indiana. She graduated from Mitchell High School in 1943 and was past president and director of the Mitchell High School Alumni Association. Donna B. was a member of the Jacob Finger United Methodist Church and had served as treasurer of the Board of Trustees. She was a member of Gamma Epsilon chapter of Tri Kappa, was president from 1960-1962 and 1990-1992, and for several...