Garry W. Gray, 51, of Columbus, passed from this life at 9:49 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at the Columbus Regional Hospital. Mr. Gray was born December 30, 1969, in Columbus, Indiana, the son of William and Marlis Moorman Gray. He married Cathy Cress June 3, 1995. Garry was employed at Sam's Club in Columbus. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and spending time with his family and dogs. Survivors include his wife; son, Zachary Gray of Columbus; stepchildren, Sarah (Dale) Tabor of Ohio and Lindsey Anderson of Columbus; grandchildren, twins whom he and his wife were raising, Jaiden and Quentin Anderson, Alana Foust, Inzo Sanders, Axil Anderson, Omri Sanders, Euin...

Steven W. Taylor, 66, of Columbus, passed from this life at 10:20 p.m. May 12, 2021 at his home. Surviving is his wife, Charlene Taylor. Arrangements are incomplete at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

Betty J. Hamilton, 70, of Columbus, passed away at 6:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Keepsake Village of Columbus. Betty was born August 19, 1950, in Red Boiling Springs, TN., the daughter of John S. and Dimple M. Huffines York. On May 7, 1974, she married Paul F. Hamilton. He preceded her in death on May 8, 2021. Survivors include her brother, David (Karen) York of Columbus; niece, Crystal (Ricky) York; nephews, Johnny York, Jr., Michael (Stacy) York; brothers-in-law, David (Maureen) Pope, Dale Pope, Donald (Carol) Pope, all of Columbus; sisters-in-law, Darlene (Paul) McDaniel of Dupont and Amy York. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul and brother, John York,...

Donald Rooks Jr., 48, of North Vernon, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 12:00 A.M. at his residence. Donald was born on May 17, 1972 in Columbus the son of Donald Rooks Sr. and Opal M. Axsom Bebout. Donald was a 1991 graduate of Jennings County High School and upon graduation he started his business of Don's Dugout in Seymour, which he continued to own and operate through the years. At a young age he developed a love for buying and trading sports cards and memorabilia which continued throughout his life. Survivors include his mother and step-father, Opal and Jerry Bebout of North Vernon; father, Donald Rooks Sr. of Elizabethtown; children, Michael Rooks of Seymour,...

Donald Rooks Jr., 48, of North Vernon, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 12:00 A.M. at his residence. Donald was born on May 17, 1972 in Columbus the son of Donald Rooks Sr. and Opal M. Axsom Bebout. Donald was a 1991 graduate of Jennings County High School and upon graduation he started his business of Don's Dugout in Seymour, which he continued to own and operate through the years. At a young age he developed a love for buying and trading sports cards and memorabilia which continued throughout his life. Survivors include his mother and step-father, Opal and Jerry Bebout of North Vernon; father, Donald Rooks Sr. of Elizabethtown; children, Michael Rooks of Seymour,...

Robert "Bobby" Moore, 61, of Columbus, passed from this life at 2:42 p.m. Monday, May 10, 2021 at Columbus Transitional Care and Rehabilitation. Bobby was born March 31, 1960 in Columbus, Indiana, the son of Robert Gerald and Sally Jo Burner Moore. He lived his entire life in Columbus and attended Columbus North High School. He was known by a few nicknames such as "Little Archie" and "Dirty Robert". However, he will always be Bobby to his family. Mr. Moore had many jobs in his life such as auto mechanic, as well as a part-time cook at the former Bill's Flying Cheeseburgers. He also drove back and forth for a time picking up bedding stock for a family nursery in Columbus. He loved...

Robert "Bobby" James Moore, 61, Columbus, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 at Columbus Transitional Care and Rehabilitation. He is survived by his mother, Sally Alexander and sister, Carol Owings. Arrangements entrusted to Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

P. Russell Taylor, 77, of Columbus, passed from this life at 6:12 p.m. Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Franciscan Health in Indianapolis. Russell was born July 1, 1943, in Adair County, Kentucky, the son of Eary Paul and Carrie M. Burris Taylor. He married Gloria J. Simmons October 27, 1963. Russell was a dedicated husband, father, son, and brother. Outside of family, he directed his energy and character into a variety of community leadership roles. He had been a member of the Bartholomew County Library Board of Trustees, a church elder for decades, a volunteer with Clarity Care Center, participated in Book Buddies at Richards Elementary, as well as president and treasurer of his Homeowners...

Robert E. Gentry, 88 of Columbus, passed from this life on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at 4:41 P.M. at his residence. Robert was born on August 18, 1932 in Sullivan County, Indiana the son of William L. and Ruth Pierson Gentry. On May 23, 1975 he married Mary L. Lane. Mr. Gentry proudly served in the United States Air Force for 14 years, he then went on to work at Cummins Engine Company in Fuel Systems where he retired on February 1, 2021 after 56 years of service. He loved purple martins and enjoyed raising them, gardening, feeding squirrels and birds, planes, and always enjoyed his job. He had a tremendous love for his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He was always a very...

P. Russell Taylor, 77, of Columbus passed from this life at 6:12 p.m. Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Franciscan Health in Indianapolis. Surviving is his wife Gloria Taylor. Arrangements are incomplete at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

Paul F. Hamilton, 83, passed away at 2:40 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Keepsake Village of Columbus. Paul was born June 15, 1937 to Daniel Hamilton and Lola Rudicel Hamilton Pope in Alert, IN. He married Betty York May 7, 1974; their 47th wedding anniversary was Friday. Paul proudly served in the United States Army and the Army National Guard for 14 years. He was a Vietnam veteran; he also had a tour in Germany. He drove long haul truck routes for Dolly Madison Bakery. Mr. Hamilton retired after 29 years of service and accumulated over 2 million miles of safe driving. Paul is survived by his wife of 47 years, Betty; half-sister, Darlene Pope McDaniel of Dupont, IN, half-brothers,...

Paul F. Hamilton, 83, of Columbus, passed from this life at 2:40 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Keepsake Village. Surviving is his wife Betty Hamilton. Arrangements are incomplete at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

Tina Renee Snyder, 59, of Columbus, passed from this life at 3:32 a.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021 at her home. Mrs. Snyder was born September 5, 1961, in Columbus, the daughter of Harold L. and Dorothy A. Potter Green. On October 9, 1999 in Niagara Falls, New York she married Tyler S. Snyder. She was a 1979 graduate of Columbus East High School and was currently the Office Manager at the Community Education Coalition, she had previously worked over 25 years at Pentzer Printing. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and the Columbus Women's Ride. Tina had a tremendous love for her family and loved spending time with them and her friends. She always enjoyed hosting family gatherings,...

Elaine Knight, 75, of Columbus, passed from this life at 9:00 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2021 at the Franciscan Health in Indianapolis. Mrs. Knight was born August 24, 1945, in Columbus, the daughter of Adolph and Hesper Anthony Beauchamp. She married Howard Knight August 30, 1963. Elaine retired from Developmental Services after 26 years of service. Survivors include her husband of nearly 58 years; son, Steven (Shelley) Knight of North Carolina; grandchildren, Cody Knight and Kelsey Knight and her sister Vera Janice Stull of Nashville, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister. The funeral will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Barkes, Weaver & Glick...

Elaine Knight, 75, of Columbus, passed from this life at 9:00 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2021 at the Franciscan Health in Indianapolis. Mrs. Knight was born August 24, 1945, in Columbus, the daughter of Adolph and Hesper Anthony Beauchamp. She married Howard Knight August 30, 1963. Elaine retired from Developmental Services after 26 years of service. Survivors include her husband of nearly 58 years; son, Steven (Shelley) Knight of North Carolina; grandchildren, Cody Knight and Kelsey Knight and her sister Vera Janice Stull of Nashville, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister. The funeral will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Barkes, Weaver & Glick...

Elaine Knight, 75, of Columbus, passed from this life at 9:00 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2021 at Franciscan Health in Indianapolis. Surviving is her husband Howard Knight. Arrangements are incomplete at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

On 6 May 2021 at 1:30 in the afternoon, one of the greatest men to ever walk the earth took his last breath. James "Jim" William Greathouse had one final show of the strength of his character and will as he passed exactly how he said he would, at home in Ocean Springs, MS with those he loved and quickly so as not to let multiple myeloma steal his dignity or pride. Jim was born on November 15, 1949, in Salem, IN, to Charles and Betty (Bloyd) Greathouse. A middle child with (let's just say "lots of") siblings, family was of utmost importance to him. He loved his Aunt Thelma and Uncle Leonard like parents and even in his final week spoke of seeing his grandmother Veva (Carmichael) Greathouse...

James W. Greathouse, 71, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, died Thursday at his home. The widower of R. Jean Greathouse. Funeral: 10am Saturday at Barkes, Weaver & Glick on Washington Street. Calling: 5 to 7 Friday. Complete obituary later date.

Tommy J. Westerfield, Columbus, died May 6th. Survivors include wife, Mandy; sons, Logan and Nicholas Westerfield; and brothers, Greg and Phil Westerfield. Cremation is planned, celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements: Barkes, Weaver & Glick

Debra Lynn Weaver, 63, of Freetown, passed away at 11:35 a.m. Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at her home. Cremation is planned and no services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.

Robert Lewis, 74, of Columbus, passed away at 3:44 p.m. Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Franciscan Health Hospital. Robert was born October 18, 1946, in Marion County, Kentucky, the son of Orville and Elsie Johnson Lewis. On June 26, 1965, he married Jeanetta Allen. Survivors include his wife, Jeanetta; daughter, Roberta (Rick) Miller of Columbus; grandson, Eli Smith; siblings, Judy (Bobby) McCarty of Kentucky, James (Teresa) Lewis of Tennessee, Clarence (Martha) Lewis, Linda Settles, Jimmy (Debbie) Rakes, Bonnie (Darryl) Messer, Connie Bradshaw, all of Kentucky; several nieces and nephews along with a special niece, Debra Lynn. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Helen...