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Alvona (Begley) Hackman, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 30, 2023, at Schneck Medical Center. She was 89 years old. Alvona (also known as Tony) married Omer Hackman on June 17, 1956, at Sauers Lutheran Church, Seymour, IN. Later she and Omer joined St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Brownstown, IN, where they worshiped their remaining years. Alvona graduated from the Spencerian Commercial School in Louisville with a Private Secretarial degree in 1955. After marriage, she and Omer enjoyed building their family farm together. Alvona was an expert seamstress, gardener, and homemaker. After her children had grown, she enjoyed many years working at Rose Acre...

Doris Woods, of Medora, passed away on the early afternoon of August 13, 2023, at Hoosier Christian Village surrounded by her loving family. She was 77 years old. Doris entered this life on August 4, 1946, in Freetown, Indiana. She was the last born to the late Ted and Marie (Grider) Stafford. She was the little sister to Robert, Cletes, MaryAnn and Janet. Doris lived in Jackson County her whole life, never travelling far from home. She attended Medora Community Schools, and then later went to college and her associate in business administration from Oakland City University. On December 4, 1965, at Brownstown Nazarene Church she was united in marriage to Ross Woods. This union was blessed...

Cathy Ann (Phillips) Smith, of Medora, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 9, 2023, at Seymour Crossing surrounded by her loving family. She was 66 years old. Cathy entered this life on June 7, 1957, in Bedford, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late Dean and June (Shelton) Phillips. She grew up in Medora and was graduate from the Medora Community Schools, Class of 1975. Cathy spent most of her life in Jackson County, never traveling far from Medora. On June 8, 1975, less than a month after her graduation, Cathy was united in marriage to the love of her life, Terry Smith, at the Medora Christian Church. This union was blessed with five children, Valerie, Angela, James,...

Claire L. Ratley, of Medora, formally of Springdale, Ohio, passed away peacefully on the evening of July 30, 2023 at Baptist Health Hospital of New Albany, Indiana with his loving family by his side. He was 95. Claire entered this life on February 4, 1928 in Emporia, Kansas. He was the second born to LeRoy and Bertha M. (Monnard) Ratley. He was the brother to Claude, Roy, Dewayne, Delbert, Cecil, and MariAnna. He was raised in the Methodist Faith and grew up in Newton, Kansas. At the age of 15 he left to join the circus. Claire developed a love for animals during his time at the circus. As a circus performer, his performing act involved working with horses and juggling. He also learned...

Sylvia Davidson England, of Medora, passed away on the evening of July 3, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital of Indianapolis with her loving family by her side. She was 87 years old. Sylvia entered this life on June 21, 1936, in Oneida, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Ciller (McQueen) Davidson. She was the sister to Edith, Blane, Dallas, Clarence, Dessi and Pam. She grew up in Medora and graduated from Medora Community School in 1953 at the age of 16. On July 31, 1954, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church she was united in marriage to Leslie England. He survives. From this union of over 68 years, they were blessed with three boys, Robin, David, and Kenny. Sylvia was a devoted...

Barbara J. (Biesel) Garbrough, of Naples Florida, passed away peacefully on the midmorning of May 10, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was 74 years old. Barbara entered this life on September 23, 1948, in New Albany, IN, Indiana. She was the second daughter born to John R. and Ottilie (DeWees) Biesel. Barbara went to the Clarksville School District and spent most of her life in Clark County before moving to Florida to be closer to her children. She was a customer service specialist. She started her career in the jewelry industry, and served for several other customer service companies. After Barbara moved to Florida she worked in the Office of the Code Enforcement of Naples,...

Connie Sue (Huffman) McVay, of Medora, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2023 at Schneck Medical Center with her family by her side. She was 64. Connie entered this life on October 18, 1958 in Seymour, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late Lowell Dean and Anna Blanch (Wilkerson) Huffman. She was the baby sister to Beverly and Phillip. Connie grew up in Sparksville, and was a graduate of Medora High School. She met the love of her life at a young age and at the age of 16 on December 14, 1974 she was united in marriage to Lewis McVay. From this union they were blessed with children Michael, Stacy, and Stephanie. Stacy preceded in infancy. Connie was a devoted wife, loving mother,...

Billy Wayne Noland, of Seymour, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on the early morning of April 29, 2023. He was 73 years old. Billy entered this life in Pekin, Indiana on December 23, 1949. He was the 5th born to Forest P. and Cora M. (Scribner) Noland. He was the brother of Jim, Dan, Anna Mae, Nancy, Molinda, Jessy and Judy. Billy grew up in Washington County and met the love of his life Marva (Crady) Noland at a 4th of July Dance. It was love at first sight and they were united in marriage on June 13, 1967. From this union they were blessed with three children, Marvin, Donna, and Melissa. Billy felt the calling to serve, and he signed up to serve in the US Army. In 1971...

James David Zabel, of Brownstown, passed away on the evening of Saturday April 29, 2023, at Hoosier Christian Village. He was 75 years old. Jim entered this life on September 29, 1947, in Seymour, Indiana. He was the last son born to Carl Philip and Alice Marie (Freeman) Zabel. He was the younger brother to Carl Sidney and Thomas. Jim spent most of his life in Brownstown. Jim attended the old St. Peter's Lutheran Church School and was confirmed on April 10, 1960. He was a graduate of the old Brownstown High School, Class of 1965. His class was the last to graduate from the school. Jim went on to attend the Spencerian College in Louisville, graduated in 1967, and then attended the Kentucky...

Lida Jane Robertson, of Medora, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of April 25, 2023, at IU Health of Bedford. She was 92 years old. Lida Jane entered this life on September 25, 1930, in Winchester, Kentucky. She was the first daughter of sixteen children born to Pleas and Jannie (Ginter) Abner. She grew up in Medora. She was a graduate of Medora Community Schools, Class of 1948. She was united in marriage to Samuel Wallace Robertson, he preceded her in 1974. From this union, they were blessed with two daughters, Barbara and Jannie. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Lida had a serving soul. She learned how to be a seamstress. When the school needed uniforms, she...

Michael David Abell II, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on the night of April 18, 2023 at his mother's home with his family by his side. He was 54. Dave entered this life in Seymour, Indiana on October 8, 1968. He was the son of Larry Abell and Esta Weddell Cross. He was dedicated in the Methodist Church at the age of 4 months, and then baptized at the age of 12. He grew up in Noblesville and attended Hamilton Southeastern High School. At the age of 17 he joined the Indiana National Guard. At 19, he joined the US Army and served as a mechanic for the motor pool at Ft. Polk, Louisiana. After his discharge, Dave started working as a roofer and home construction. Dave was a devoted...

Emil Houston Gibson, of Indianapolis, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on the day of our Lord's resurrection of Easter on April 9, 2023. He was 105. Emil entered this life on February 13, 1918, is Sparksville, Indiana. He was the son of Orrill and Dora Ella (Reynolds) Gibson, and the brother to Paul, Lyman, Hubert, Irvin, Norman and Freda. Emil grew up in the Sparksville area and was a graduate of Medora Community Schools, Class of 1936. On July 22, 1940, he was united in marriage to Mary Louise (Sons) Gibson in Seymour. From this union of over 64 years, Emil and Mary were blessed with two children, Ron and Marta. Mary preceded on May 29, 2004. After graduating high...

Diana Sue Reynolds, of Medora, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on the late evening of April 2, 2023. She was 77 years old. Diana entered this life in Medora on Christmas Eve of 1945. She was the first child born to James Hubert and Deloris Viola (Lonsberry) Reynolds. She spent her life in Medora never travelling far from home. She was a loving mother and Granny to those who loved her. She loved going to the Brownstown Speedway. She started taking her boys when they were young, and this tradition has continued for four generations. Diana loved going to flea markets. She had a passion for looking for antiques and unique items and the adventure of finding something new. She...

Carolyn Sue (Mills) Traub, of Seymour, passed away unexpectedly at her home on the late afternoon of March 30, 2023. She was 77 years old. Carolyne entered this life on July 4, 1945 in Effingham, Illinois. the only daughter born to the late Charles and Lorraine (Richars) Mills. She was a 1963 graduate of Dieterich High School. On March 6, 1965 at the Bethseida Church in rural Dieterich she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Thomas Traub. From this union of over 56 years, they were blessed with two children Lori and Travis. Mr. Traub preceded on November 19, 2021. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and Grandma. She loved watching her sports. She would watch her husband...

Carolyn Sue (Mills) Traub, of Seymour, passed away unexpectedly at her home on the late afternoon of March 30, 2023. She was 77 years old. Carolyne entered this life on July 4, 1945 in Effingham, Illinois. the only daughter born to the late Charles and Lorraine (Richars) Mills. She was a 1963 graduate of Dieterich High School. On March 6, 1965 at the Bethseida Church in rural Dieterich she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Thomas Traub. From this union of over 56 years, they were blessed with two children Lori and Travis. Mr. Traub preceded on November 19, 2021. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and Grandma. She loved watching her sports. She would watch her husband...

Howard "Bub" Eugene Stidam, of Medora, passed away unexpectedly on the late evening of Sunday March 19, 2023, at Schneck Medical Center. He was 80 years old. Bub entered this life on February 22, 1943, in Bedford Indiana. He was the first son born to Calvin Stidam and Mildred (Daulton) Blair. He was a graduate of Medora Community Schools, Class of 1961. He was also a baseball and basketball player for the school. After graduating from Medora Schools, he joined a road construction crew and went west to work. He was one who was never far from home long, he came back and went to work at the GM Foundry in Bedford. He became a Brick Mason while at GM. He later took early retirement from GM and...

Lonnie Dale Sowers, of Medora, passed away peacefully on the early morning of March 14, 2023, at Seymour Crossing. He was 60 years old. Lonnie entered this life on June 3, 1962, in Seymour, Indiana. He was the only child of Rick and Sharon Sowers. Lonnie was a graduate of Bedford Schools. Lonnie lived in Jackson County his entire life, never leaving far from his home in Medora. After his parents passing, he moved to Seymour. Lonnie had a gentle soul and always greeted folks with a happy smile. He loved the outdoors and would often take hikes in the backwoods looking for cans and mushrooms. His memories of his love will be forever treasured by his aunts and uncles, Wanda Brock of Medora,...

Patricia Scott, of Medora, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 5, 2023, at Hoosier Christian Village. She was 89 years old. Pat entered this life on May 24, 1933, in Medora, Indiana. She was the second born to Herbert and Iolene (Hinderlider) Eastin. Pat was the sister of Bill and Dixie. She was a graduate of Medora Community Schools, Class of 1951. Pat was a cheerleader for the Medora Basketball Team that won their first and only sectional championship. After graduating high school, she went to work at Shepherd Market of Medora. On February 6, 1954, Pat was united in marriage to Ralph M. "Scud" Scott. From this union of over 55 years, they were blessed with a daughter,...

Marshall Ray Holstine, passed away at his home on of Houston on the morning of December 2, 2022. He was 73. Marshall entered this life on August 30, 1949 in New Albany, Indiana. He was the son of Kenneth Holstine and Wilma Wheeler. He was the younger brother to Ronnie, and the older brother to Darrell, Brenda, Mike, Eric, and Cheryl. Marshall grew up in Salem and then later settled in Houston. Marshall grew up in Salem and was a graduate of Salem High School,. He would later settle in Houston Marshal was a loving father and grandpa. He was a gun enthusiast and trader. He was an active sport shooter and hunter. Marshal was a truck driver. He drove for Don Sumpter Trucking for over 24...

Barbara J. Freeman, of Medora, passed away on the evening of November25, 2022 at the Covered Bridge Health Campus of Seymour surrounded by her loving family. She was 85. Barbara entered this life on July 24, 1937 in Vallonia, Indiana. She was the first born to Meredith "Doggy" and Irene (Ingram) Davidson, and the oldest sister to Kenneth and Betty. She spent most of her life in Jackson County never living far from Medora. She was graduate from Medora Community Schools. On September 1, 1954 Barbara was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Freeman at Medora United Methodist Church. From this union of over 57 years, they were blessed with two sons, David and Daryl. Bob preceded on November 12,...

Ellen Sue Aderholtz, of Medora, passed away on the night of September 23, 2022 at Hoosier Christian Village surrounded by her loving family. She was 78. Sue entered this life on November 16, 1943 in Seymour, Indiana. She was the first born to parents of Harold and Oguerita (Burge) McKinney and was the older sister to Judith and Dennis. She grew up in Sparksville and was a graduate of Medora Community Schools, Class of 1961. Sue loved playing the piano and would rarely pass on the opportunity to play her keys. During her high school years, she would play the organ for the services held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and would fill in many times long after high school. She was a lifelong...