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Jaron Lee Davis, 17 of Seymour, Indiana passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024. He was born June 30, 2006 in Seymour. He worked at Little Ceasars Pizza and loved all kinds of music. He also loved kids. Surviving to cherish his memory are his parents, Justin (Abby) Davis and Melissa Dawn Helton, brother, Austin Green, step siblings, Lexie MeJean, Gavin (Hillary) Gay, Schyler (Emily) Gay, Keaton (Briana) Gay, Libbie (Jeff) James and Drake VonDielingen, grandmothers, Peggy Davis and Julie Scott, grandfather, Jerry McDonald, step-grandfather, Bill Disque, great-grandfather, Larry Davis and great-grandmother, Jeanette Foster. Jaron is preceded in death by his grandmother, Roberta Davis, step...

Rabel Fred Newkirk, 100, of Seymour, Indiana passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024. He was born August 14, 1923 in Seymour, Indiana, to Edward Louis and Emma Marie Borgman Newkirk. He was educated at Immanuel Lutheran School and Seymour high school. He served in the U.S. Army 359th infantry for four campaigns in the European theatre of operations during WWII. During this time in the US Army, he received the Combat Infantry Badge, Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medals. Rabel earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from Concordia Teachers College in River Forest, Illinois. He taught in the Lutheran School system for 37 years before retiring. After retirement, he was on the braille committee...

Marvina Mac Lewis, 80 of Seymour passed away on April 2, 2024. She was born January 12, 1944 in Seymour, Indiana to Alfred J. and Lorraina Louise Waldkoetter Schwartz. She graduated from Seymour Senior High School, class of 1962. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana State University in 1966 before receiving her Masters degree from Indiana University. She married John M Lewis IV on December 28, 1965 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Seymour. She grew up in Redeemer Church until switching her membership to Immanuel Lutheran Church in 1967. Marvina was involved in teaching and coaching for many years. Her career involved teaching PE at Salem High School, Jennings County High...

Judy Kay (Moon) Green, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully passed away in her sleep on March 15, 2024, at her home in Seymour. Born on May 14, 1961, to Mary Jane Hatfield and Emmett Moon, Judy touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and vibrant spirit. Judy is survived by her devoted companion, Jim Maness of Scipio, her loving children, Annie Green (Jason Hurtt) of Seymour and Tim Green (Wesley Webb) of Columbus, along with her cherished grandchildren: Jazlynn Williams of Indianapolis, Thalia Garcia, Blake Garcia, and Jace Garcia of Seymour, and her adored great-grandchildren, Nala and Josiah Alexander of Indianapolis....

Kim Lee Charlton, 67, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on February 10, 2024, in Seymour. Born on June 13, 1956, in Seymour, Kim was a loving and caring individual who was immensely proud of her son and grandkids. She found joy in their accomplishments in the arts and various other endeavors and was quick to tell anyone she encountered about how proud she was of her family and their friends. Kim cherished her time with her husband, bonding over their numerous years together and their favorite shows on TV. She was a dedicated supporter of local bands and musicians and had a passion for dancing. She delighted in watching local performances featuring her husband, son,...

Donald F. Schroeder, 90, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on February 6, 2024. Don was born on June 2, 1933, in Greensburg, Indiana, to Carl and Elizabeth Schroeder, both of whom preceded him in death. He dedicated his life to his family and community, impacting the lives of all of whom he had contact. After attending Indiana University and earning a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and later a Master's degree in Education, Don began a career as a teacher and coach at Burney, Holton, North Vernon, and Jennings County High Schools. Over the course of those years, he became one of the most highly regarded baseball and basketball coaches in southern Indiana...

Jenet M. Middendorf Borgman, 100 of Columbus, IN passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023. She was born July 15, 1923 in Jonesville, IN to Ed and Clara Meyer Middendorf. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1941. She married Paul E. Borgman on February 8, 1942 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Jonesville, Indiana. They were married 78 years before he preceded her in death on August 23, 2020. She dedicated her life to her family. Jenet worked in manufacturing during WWII while her husband, Paul was in the war. Later in life, she worked for J.C. Penney in Columbus for several years. Her family will remember her as an excellent homemaker, always cooking, cleaning, etc. well up into her...

William Lewis O'Mary, Jr., age 91, of Seymour, passed away at Columbus Regional Hospital on December 13, 2023. Bill was born March 2, 1932, in Jackson, Mississippi to William Lewis, Sr. and Ollie Mae Fowler O'Mary. He spent many years in Arlington, Texas, retiring from Thermo King as a Regional Sales Manager. While he lived in Arlington, he was a member of the Arlington Lions Club, where he was a past president and served as an elder at Grace Presbyterian Church. He was an avid golfer. He and his wife, Erma moved to Seymour, Indiana in October 2021 to be close to Erma's family and he became a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Bill is preceded in death by his wife, of 56 years, Levearn...

Robert E. Goecker, age 80, of Seymour, passed away at the Lutheran Community Home surrounded by his family on December 11, 2023. Bob was born on November 26, 1943, in Seymour to the late Earl A. Goecker and Hulda L. (Bobb) Goecker. Bob was a 1961 graduate of Seymour High School. He married Lucille (Claycamp) Angel in 1961. Bob worked with his father at Goecker Building Supplies from 1962 until the construction business was spun off in 1981 and became Goecker Construction, Inc. He was the President of Goecker Construction, Inc. from 1981 to 2009 and retired in 2014. In 1986, Bob married his wife Jeri (Stitsworth-Hudson) Goecker. He was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and served...

Thelma H. Shelton was born on May 28, 1932, in Sumter, South Carolina, to her father, Edward and mother Marie Wilson who both preceded her in death. She married her college sweetheart Clarence Irvin Shelton Sr. on January 5, 1951, in Greene, Ohio. They met while attending Wilberforce University and went on to have five children during their marriage. She departed this life on December 1, 2023, in Seymour, Indiana, at the age of 91 surrounded by her family. She leaves behind a beautiful and impactful legacy. Thelma "Granny" Shelton was a pillar of the community. As she was involved in many organizations. She was a proud member of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. She was a member of the...

Rodney E. Farrow, 75 of Seymour passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Columbus Regional Hospital. He was born October 8, 1948 in Princeton, Indiana to Eugene K. and Jean Rosalee Black Farrow and grew up in Seymour. He graduated from Seymour High School, Class of 1966 and received his BS Degree from Indiana State University in 1970. He then earned his JD from Indiana University Law Indianapolis in 1974. He married Charlene Lane on June 7, 1970. Rodney began his career in law in 1974 in Seymour where he was affiliated with Haley and Farrow and Farrow and Thompson P.C.. He served as Jackson County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Jackson County Attorney for 18 years, and Seymour City...

William "Bill" Keith Graf, 70 of Seymour passed away at home on Sunday, November 26, 2023. He was born May 16, 1953 in Bedford, Indiana to Fred and Helen Jean Keithley Graf. He graduated from Seymour High School, class of 1973. Bill worked at International Paper Company. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Helen Graf. Surviving to cherish his memory are his brothers, Mike (Marcia) Graf of Terre Haute, and John Graf, of Seymour, nephew, Eric Graf of Terre Haute, niece, Angie (Andrew Kraus) Jeffers of Terre Haute, and great-niece, Madelynn Jeffers also of Terre Haute. Friends may visit with Bill's family from 12:00 pm until service...

James Edward Christian, 46 of Seymour, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 12, 1977. James enjoyed life. Some of his favorite things were playing dice games, watching game shows, especially Steve Harvey and the Family Feud, watching football, spending time with his friends and his time at the workshop. He also enjoyed food and drinks and was a die-hard Dr. Pepper supporter. He is survived by his housemates, David and Robert, and the loving staff who cared for him. Friends may visit from 9:30 am until service time at 11:00 am Monday, November 20, 2023 at the Burkholder Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes, 419 N. Chestnut Street,...

Joyce Ann Mullikin Nieman, age 77 of Seymour, passed away November 4, 2023. She was born May 20, 1946 in Seymour, Indiana to Floy and Clarice Berry Mullikin. She graduated from Seymour High School and attended Sullivan Business College. She married Henry "Bud" Nieman on January 9, 1965 at Immanuel Lutheran Church and enjoyed their 58 years together. She worked at Big Blue and Seymour Animal Hospital before retiring from Ulrey Glass where she worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church where she served with the Senior Ministry. She was also involved with the American Legion Post 89, The Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Seymour Elks Lodge #462. She enjoyed...

Mary Ruth Tarr Merry, of Seymour, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was born January 20, 1938, to John and Ruth Tarr in Orange County, Indiana. She attended Leipsic Grade School and graduated from Orleans High School in 1955. She married David Merry in July 1958. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past July. They moved to the Seymour area in 1961, working in various factories before retiring from Seymour Middle School after 14 years of working in the cafeteria. Mary looked forward to Seymour Owls Athletics seasons starting up. She enjoyed meeting people while working at both Seymour High School and Seymour Middle School events. Mary enjoyed baking and sharing...

Charles Edward Wheeler, 90 of Seymour passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023. He was born May 19, 1933 in Ripley County, Indiana to Charles Edward and Mary J. McEvoy Wheeler. He attended Napolean High School in Ripley County before serving in the US Army during the Korean War. He married Alberta Ahlbrand in 1969 and she preceded him in death. He worked at Reliance Electric over 30 years before retiring in 1998. He was a Christian and enjoyed going to church. He also farmed for many years and enjoyed his tractors, his friends and driving around. He will be remembered for being fun and enjoying life. Eddie is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Alberta and brother, Donald McEvoy....

Thomas Earl Darlage, 82, of Brownstown, passed away, Monday, October 23, 2023. He was born July 17, 1941 in Jackson County, Indiana to Walter Henry and Elsie Verl White Darlage. He married Karen June Turmail on July 31, 1966 in Vallonia, and she survives. Tom graduated from Cortland High School, class of 1959. He was a long-time member of Zion Lutheran Church and was a farmer since he was a young man. He spent over 40 years as a dairy farmer. He enjoyed caring for his animals and loved spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Walter Darlage, Jr., Robert G. Darlage, James Edgar Darlage and Roger Dean Darlage. Surviving to cherish his...

Kenny Nett, 77, of Bedford, IN, son of Carl R. and Agnita Nett, passed away on Oct. 14, 2023, at Audubon Hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mary Beth (Hunter) Nett; daughter, Maggie Albright; sons, Jon (Hope) Nett and Robert (Marci) Nett; nine grandchildren; and four brothers and one sister. Preceding Kenny in death were his parents and six brothers. An extended obituary may be found at www.FergusonLee.com. Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes, Bedford, IN, has been entrusted with Kenny's care and services.

Sara Beck a longtime resident of Seymour passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023 at her home. She was born March 3, 1943, the daughter of Thomas W. and Harriett (Goss) Hall of Medora, both of whom preceded her in death. Sara grew up in Medora the third of four children and graduated from Medora High School in 1961. She attended Eastern Kentucky State University before completing a course with The National School of Aeronautics in Kansas City, Missouri in 1962. On August 25, 1963 she was united in marriage to Norman M. (Mickey) Beck of Seymour at the Medora United Brethren Church where she was a member. She was the mother of two children, Todd Michael Beck and Suzanne Beck (David)...

Daniel "Danny" L. White, 67, of Seymour, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Danny was born on February 4, 1956, in Seymour, Ind. He is survived by his wife, Wanda (Ritchie) White, his children: Aaron White (Jen) of Fishers, Ind., Josh White of Seymour, Ind., and Ashley Grizzle (Joe) of Seymour, Ind. Grandchildren: Emily, Kailey and Jaxon White, Carter Wiesman, Kevin Frazier and Alexandria Grizzle. Siblings: Sheila (Fletcher) Flieder of Cortez, Colorado, Carol (Larry) Couchman of North Vernon, Ind. and Debbie Johnson of Seymour, Ind. He was preceded in death by son Eric White, parents William Cecil White and Phyllis Whitcomb (Don) Martin and...

Hersey Gene Mangels, 87, of Greensburg, formerly of Seymour, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He was born September 22, 1936 in Leadville, Colorado, the son of Gilbert Mangels and Ella Baack Mangels. He graduated from Sidney High School, Concordia University, and received his masters degree from Indiana State University. He began a 44-year career as an educator in Vincennes before moving to Seymour Immanuel Lutheran School where he retired in 2002 after 34 years of teaching and coaching. He taught several grades and coached football, basketball and golf. While in Vincennes, he met (Bette) Joan Reitmeyer and they were married August 23, 1959. She preceded him in death July 6, 2018,...