Mr. Bernard Harvey Erney, Greenwood, passed away on the early evening of Monday, April 5, 2021. He was 88. Known as 'Erney to his family and friends, he was born March 21, 1933 in Wooster, Ohio, the son of the late Harvey and Mary Jane (Buckek) Erney. After graduation from high school and college, he was employed for over 20 years as a supervisor with Standard Foods warehouse. He also proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. In his leisure time, Erney enjoyed woodworking and made many miniature chairs. He also spent some time going to flea markets where he would sell his woodworking projects. Erney was an avid reader, collected elephants and looked forward to watching...

Mr. James R. Jackman, 61, Montgomery, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021. He was born October 28, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana and the son of the late Charles V. Jackman and Shannon (Bowman) Jackman. Jim was a 1977 graduate of Barr-Reeves High School in Montgomery. He is survived by his mother, Shannon Jackman of Montgomery. He is preceded in passing by his father Charles V. Jackman. Funeral services will be conducted at 4:00 pm, Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Gill Funeral Services in Washington. Burial will follow at Bethany Cemetery in Montgomery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm, Thursday at the funeral home. For those choosing to make a memorial contribution,...

Mr. John Robert Kouns, Martinsville, passed away on the early morning of Friday, April 2, 2021 at Community Rehabilitation Hospital South. He was 73. John was born September 19, 1947 in Lebanon, Indiana a son of the late Paul Noble and Mary Katherine (Fulwider) Kouns. John attended Sheridan High School and was a member of the graduating Class of 1965. He had been employed in insulin production for Eli Lilly and Company, retiring in 2000 after 34 years of service. John was a farmer along with his job at Lilly and enjoyed motorcycles, old cars and all genres of music but especially country and old rock. He spent some of his leisure time mowing and taking care of his yard. John enjoyed sports...

Patricia L. Pohlman, died April 1 in her home. Visitation will be at Forest Lawn Funeral Home on Saturday, April 10th. The Calling will begin at 9:00AM to 11:00AM with Prayer Services at 11:00AM and the Burial service immediately following.

Carolyn Jean (Burkhart) McClain left her earthly body on Friday March 26, 2021at the age of 91 with loved ones at her side. She was born January 18, 1930 in Union Township, Indiana to Dolly and Glenn Burkhart. Carolyn graduated from Union High School in 1948 and then married her love, Jay Myers McClain on October 22, 1949. They spent 53 years together until his death in 2002. She gave faithful service to the National Bank of Greenwood for over thirty years. After retirement she enjoyed tending her garden, watching IU basketball, Colts football, and spending time with her family. Carolyn volunteered with St. Francis Hospital where her gracious personality brought comfort to those...

Mary L. Tatum, 86, died March 24. Visitation will be Saturday, April 3 from 10-11 am with a funeral service following at 11:00 am at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Greenwood.

Evelyn May Harshbarger McGuire, 97, Indianapolis, died March 19, 2021. Services: 2pm, Thursday, March 25, 2021, Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation: 4-8pm, Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at the funeral home. Burial: Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Complete obituary: forestlawncemetery-fh.com.

Sherry Marie Sesslar, 81, Greenwood, died March 18, 2021. Survived by her children, Tom Sesslar and Ashley Sesslar. Services for Sherry will be private and burial will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Obituary: forestlawncemetery-fh.com.

Doris Marie Green, 93, Newburgh, died March 18, 2021. Services: 1:00 pm, Monday, March 22, 2021 at the Benjamin Franklin Mausoleum Chapel at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Visitation: one hour prior to services. To view complete obituary visit forestlawncemetery-fh.

Raymond Eugene Santi, 89, passed away March 16, 2021 at his home. He served in the U.S. Army. No public visitation or service is planned. Arrangements were entrusted to Forest Lawn Funeral Home

James "Jim" Martin Ryker, 83, originally of Franklin, Indiana, passed away March 16, 2021 in Fishers, Indiana. He was born January 18, 1938 in Beech Grove to the late Paul and Hazel (Martin) Ryker. Jim graduated Franklin High School in 1956. On October 28, 1961, he married the love of his life, Monita (Jenkins) Ryker and together they raised a beautiful daughter. For 33 years, Jim was part of the Computer Operations Department at Eli Lilly & Co., and retired in 1993. When Jim wasn't working, he was playing sports. He especially loved basketball and baseball; playing until an injury caused him to stop, and coaching high school aged kids at his church. When he wasn't playing sports,...

Makyah Ann McClain, 17, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021. She was born November 16, 2003 in Indianapolis to Michelle (Berry) Rumble and Jeremy McClain. Makyah was a Junior at Greenwood High School where she was a Peer Mentor to elementary and middle school kids. She loved math and science and was focused on seeking a pathway to attend IUPUI and becoming an anesthesiologist. Makyah could often be found on TikTok dancing, or just be snapping selfies to share. When Makyah got her driver's license, she chose to offer the gift of tissue donation; her lower long bones will go to up to 100 different recipients, her knees may be used to replace the knees of two other...

Mrs. Martha Ann (Caldwell) Johnson, Greenwood, was welcomed Home by her Savior on the late evening of Saturday, March 13, 2021. She was 90. Martha was born December 16. 1930 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret A. (Brown) McIntyre. Martha was a graduate of Greencastle High School where she was a member of the band, playing the flute. She then attended Indianapolis Business College and she then used her talents in marketing research at Herron & Associates for 20 retiring in 2007. Martha was a faithful member of Emmanuel Church of Greenwood for over 30 years. She had a passion for singing praise in the church choir and participating in the music department....

Mrs. Judith Ann "Judy" Milby Flanders, Indianapolis, passed away on the evening of Thursday, March 11, 2021. She was 79. Judy was born October 19, 1941 in Gabe, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Archie Moss and Sybil Cynthia (McCubbin) Milby. Judy attended LaRue County High School in Hodgenville, Kentucky and was a member of the graduating Class of 1960. She then attended Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green. Judy was the Assistant Director of Beech Tree House Center for Child Development serving for 27 years before retiring in 2005. She was also a member of the Life Point Community Church in Indianapolis. Judy deeply loved her family and doting over her grandchildren and...

Judith "Judy" Flanders, 79, Indianapolis, died March 11, 2021. Survived by her husband, James Flanders and daughters, Cindy Fleck and Beth Wolfe. Graveside services: 2:00 pm, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, Magnolia Cemetery, Magnolia, Kentucky. For complete obituary: forestlawncemetery-fh.com

Mrs. Shirley Kay (O'Bryant) Stotts, Fairland, went home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the IU Health Simon Cancer Center. She was 74. Shirley was born July 4, 1946 the only child of Carl E. and Esther E. (Kline) O'Bryant. Shirley was born in Anderson, Indiana and spent her childhood years there until going to college. She was a graduate of Anderson High School as well as the University of Indianapolis where she earned her Masters degree in Education. Shirley was a teacher with the Decatur County Community Schools in Greensburg for 49 years before retiring in 2016. She taught English for many years particularly at North Decatur High School where she...

Mrs. Shirley Kay (O'Bryant) Stotts, Fairland, went home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the IU Health Simon Cancer Center. She was 74. Shirley was born July 4, 1946 the only child of Carl E. and Esther E. (Kline) O'Bryant. Shirley was born in Anderson, Indiana and spent her childhood years there until going to college. She was a graduate of Anderson High School as well as the University of Indianapolis where she earned her Masters degree in Education. Shirley was a teacher with the Decatur County Community Schools in Greensburg for 49 years before retiring in 2016. She taught English for many years particularly at North Decatur High School where she...

Ruth M. Shell of Greenwood, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend died February 22, 2021 at the age of 95. Ruth was born on December 18th, 1925 deep in the Ozarks in Howell County, Missouri. The youngest child of James Burton Roper and Elzira (Ella) McMahan Roper, she grew up with her older brother Roy. Three other siblings, Lester, Pearl, and Fern were grown and had left home before she was old enough to know. Her home had no electricity, no running water, and the home was heated by a wood burning stove. After high school, she moved to Cape Girardeau, Mo. where her brother Roy and sister-in-law Leone lived so she could attend South East Missouri University. She...

Mrs. Georgia Ellen Bolton, Mooresville, went Home to be with the Lord on the early morning of Monday, February 22, 2021. She was 92. Georgia was born April 3, 1928 in Indianapolis, Indiana a daughter of the late Samuel A. and Mary A. (Mobley) Bishop. Georgia attended Plainfield High School and she earned her GED in 1997 at the age of 49 years. She had been employed at the Central State Hospital for several years and retired in 1987. Georgia was a member of the Mooresville Senior Center and she enjoyed spending time with her many friends there. She was also a member of the Crossroads Church of Mooresville where she loved being with her church family. She was active in many areas of ministry...

Joseph Todd Schmalfeldt, 58 was a great bother to Greg Schmalfeldt and caring son to his dad Joe Schmalfeldt and mom Marilyn (Dennis)Schmalfeldt. He will be missed! Arrangements are entrusted to Forest Lawn Funeral Home.

Elsie L. Tarter, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 19, 2021. She was born on December 27, 1931 to the Visitation and funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, beginning at 10am. Service beginning at 12pm.