Christensen Family Funeral Home

Rosemary Jean (Woods) Hooker, age 97, a native of Williamsport, Indiana and a resident of Seymour, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Lutheran Community Home. She was born on October 24, 1926 to the late Oakley Woods and the late Mary Ellen (Collier) Woods. She was a member of Central Christian church and a graduate of Ball State with a degree in Education. She taught school for 29 years at Boswell Elementary School. She loved teaching and was a talented seamstress and quilt maker. She was loving lady and friend to many. She is survived by her husband of 75 years, Robert D. Hooker of Seymour, Indiana, one son, Robert Hooker and his wife Sue Ann of North Vernon, Indiana,...

Pastor Vanters "Van" Breeding, age 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to everyone, closed his eyes on this earth and opened them in the presence of the One he had preached about for over 25 years on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at his residence. He was a native of Isom, KY and a resident of Seymour, Indiana. Vanters and his beloved wife Judy were the founding members of Mountain Baptist Church in Seymour Indiana and served as Pastor from September 2000 until 2020 when due to declining health, sold the church. Following retirement from Pastoring, Van and Judy became faithful members of Victory Missionary Baptist Church. He was a loved and cherished employee of...

Jerry Douglas Hall, age 80, a lifelong resident of Norman, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at IU Health Bedford. He was born on February 22, 1943 to the late Glenn Hall and the late Rettia (Fleetwood) Hall. He was a 1961 graduate of Clearspring High School and on September 27, 1963, he married the love of his life and partner of over 60 years, Carolyn (Speer) Hall of Norman, Indiana. He was a member of Norman Christian Church where he was very active in church building and maintenance projects. Jerry was also the owner of Jerry Hall Lumber Company for over 48 years. He loved his town of Norman and was often called "The Mayor of Norman" by his friends and family. He enjoyed...

Arlena "Lena" Minton, age 96, a resident of Nabb, Indiana, formerly of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Schneck Medical Center in Seymour. She was born on January 8, 1927, to Elvin Nolan and Alice (Gray) Nolan of London, Kentucky. On October 29, 1944, she was united in marriage to Thurstle Minton and they were blessed with three children: Kenneth, Linda, and Donna. Lena was a member of the Trinity Pentecostal Chapel for over seventy years, where she was a Sunday School teacher and secretary for a period of time. Lena worked at the Charlestown Power Plant during World War II and went on to work at the Shirt Factory in Seymour, Union Hardware Store in...

Donald Ralph Brown Jr., age 49, a native of Detroit, Michigan and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, Indiana after a long, courageous battle against cancer. He was born on September 10, 1974 to Donald R. Brown Sr. and Carol (Brumm) Brown of Fort Gratiot, Michigan. On June 21, 1997, he married his college sweetheart, Melissa Smith, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton Township, Michigan. Donald was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church for over 21 years. He was a 1992 graduate of Mount Clemens High School in Mount Clemens, Michigan. He received his Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, with a major in Art and...

Chester Allen Tracy, age 90, a native of Hayden, Indiana and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed from this life into Glory on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Hoosier Christian Village. He was born on September 1, 1933 to the late Kenneth Tracy and the late Dorothy (Kelley) Tracy. He served his Country proudly in the United States Army and was a 1951 graduate of Hayden High School. On October 11, 1959, he married the love of his life soulmate of over 64 years, Ruth (Ewing) Tracy. Chester was a member of The Point church for over 63 years. He served faithfully on the church board, church secretary, Sunday school teacher, choir member and served as supervisor of the new church building project....

Raymond Dean Parrish, age 54, a resident of Overland Park, Kansas and formerly of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at his residence. He was born on August 12, 1969 to Jerry Parrish and his wife Regina of Belton, MO and the late Beverly (Brown) Dingess. Raymond will forever be remembered as a big hearted man that often put others needs ahead of his own. He enjoyed hunting, anything outdoors, the Kansas City Chiefs and all dogs. He loved his job as security officer for Silver Crest at Deer Creek Senior Living. He is survived by his wife Tammy (Lathrom) Parrish of Kansas City , Kansas. Three sons, Spencer Parrish of Seymour, Indiana, Brady Parrish of Kurtz, Indiana...

Walter Eugene Hildreth, age 81, a lifelong resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on August, 25, 1942 to the late Homer Hildreth and the late Dorthea (Douglas) Nelson. He was a member of Bible Holiness Church, a 1960 graduate of Seymour High School and a former member of Spirit of 76 CB Club, where he was known as "Nugget". Walter loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved his dogs and enjoyed raising, training and showing Doberman Pinschers. Walter was a very independent, strong willed man that meant what he said and said what he meant. He had a rough exterior, but extremely...

John William Hopkins Jr., age 62, a native of Columbus, Indiana and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana. He was born on July 22, 1961 to the late John Hopkins Sr. and the late Lilly Hopkins. John was a member of Cornerstone Community Church for over eight years and considered them his family. The church loved him in return and was excited in watching his walk with God grow with each day. He loved music with the oldies and worship music being among his favorites. He loved audio books, including Patrician Cornwell, JD Robb and the Bible of which he would mull over and create deep thought and ask questions until he...

Rodger "Darrell" Fleetwood, age 88, a native of Jackson County, Indiana and a resident of Freetown, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Hoosier Christian Village. He was born on May 21, 1935 to the late Hayden Fleetwood and the late Anna (Anderson) Fleetwood. Rodger was a faithful member of Freetown Church of Christ for over 40 years. He will be remembered as a shy man that had a little jokester side to him. He was an excellent provider, hard worker who never complained. He was extremely protective of his family and loved them dearly, especially his grand and great grandchildren. Rodger loved motorcycles, especially taking motorcycle trips with his son. He was a member of...

Rick Dean Ratliff, age 67, a native and resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at IU Methodist Hospital. He was born on October 26, 1955 to the late Earl Ratliff and the late Frances (Otte) Ratliff Hobbs. He was a Christian by faith. Rick will forever be remembered as a loyal, gentle, patient and kind man that always spoke his mind. He was always very welcoming and a problem solver. He had a demeanor that always made people feel safe. Rick was raised around Starve Hollow and loved the woods, always feeling like they were his safe place. He loved the outdoors, riding his tractor and working on the farm were among his favorite things to do. He was an extensive...

Jared H. Gans. age 38, a native of Seymour, Indiana and a resident of Brownstown, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023 at AMG Specialty Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana. He was born on March 26, 1985 to the late Jerry Gans and Sue (Wilson) Gans of Brownstown, Indiana. Jared was Pentecostal by faith. He was a quiet, shy man that stayed much to himself and valued his friends and family. He enjoyed video games, watching movies and was an avid Batman fan. He is survived by his mother and numerous brothers and sisters. Two aunts, Shirley Trowbridge of Seymour, Indiana and Marie Harris of Lebanon, Indiana. Three uncles, Robert Wilson of Clear Spring, Indiana, Greg Wilson of Freetown,...

William "Nick" Dewitt Krieger III, age 72, a native of Bloomington, Illinois and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on May 2, 1951 to the late William Dewitt Krieger II and the late Elsie (Tabor) Krieger. He was a faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church for over 40 years where he served as a trustee. He was also a member of the Columbus Area Rodders Car Club and an employee of the Seymour School System where he served for over 30 years as head of transportation and head of building, maintenance and grounds. Nick was a laid back, easy going man that loved to talk and work at his...

Mary Louise (Russell) Winklepleck, age 94, a lifelong resident of Brownstown, Indiana, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023 at Hoosier Christian Village. She was born on April 14, 1929 and was the daughter of the late Louis Russell and the late Bertie (Hurley) Russell. Mary attended Brownstown United Methodist church and ran the church kitchen committee for several years. She was a graduate of Brownstown High School in 1947 and then graduated from Approved University Beauty School in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was the owner of Mary's Beauty Shop until her retirement in 1968 to be a full time mother. Mary will forever be remembered as a kind, selfless forgiving lady that always wore a...

Norman Jay Davis, age 86, a native of Crothersville, Indiana and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Columbus Regional Hospital. He was born on January 9, 1937 to the late Millard Davis and the late Violet (Banister) Davis. Norman will forever be remembered as a man of high integrity that believed your word was your bond and a handshake was as good as a contract. He was very accepting of people as they were and loved a good conversation and never forgot who you were. He enjoyed puzzles, car detailing, working in his yard, auctions, traveling and loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife of over 32 years, Alene (Gray) Davis of Seymour,...

Shannon Lea Loper, age 59, a native of Seymour, Indiana and a resident of Freetown, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Hoosier Christian Village in Brownstown, Indiana. She was born on May 18, 1964 to the late Steven Loper and Phyllis (Frazier) Loper. Shannon was a member of the Freetown Community Church where she was loved dearly by her church family. She loved Jesus and believed in him with all her heart. She was not only loved by her church family, but also the entire community of Freetown took her into their hearts. She was fortunate to have a loving extended family of grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was also a member of the Pershing Township Lion's...

Teresa Lynn (Foster) Abell, age 66, a lifelong resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Schneck Medical Center. She was born on February 17, 1957 to the late Delbert Foster and the late Marilyn (Allman) Foster. She was a Christian by faith. Teresa will forever be remembered as a strong willed, honest, eccentric lady that while having a serious side, had a "hilarious" sense of humor. She enjoyed traveling, especially "girls' trips" with her sisters and friends Angie Atha and Angie Russell. Some of her favorite destinations include Mackinac Island, Florida and New York. She played the guitar, loved 60's oldies music and dancing. She enjoyed clogging, tap...

Hope (Guerrero) Engelking, age 65, a native and resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023 ay her residence. She was born on December 29, 1957 to the late Edward Guerrero and the late Bonnie (Tankersley) Guerrero. She was a Catholic by faith. Hope was a loving, easy going, beautifully funny lady that was always referred to as being "cool" by her friends and family. She enjoyed reading, music and singing. She is survived by her husband of over 40 years, Tony Engelking of Seymour, Indiana. Two sons, Michael Edward Engelking of Indianapolis, Indiana and T. Eliot Engelking of Indianapolis, Indiana. Two sisters, Monica Darlage of Seymour, Indiana and Maxine Blazi...

Harold Lee Reedy, age 50, a native and resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023 at his residence. He was born on November 11, 1972 to the late James Reedy and the late Betty (Clay) Jones. He was a member of First Church of God in Seymour. Harold was a all around nice guy that was good hearted and would often give above his means to help anyone that he could. He enjoyed Harley Davidson Motorcycles, word search puzzles and drawing. He was quite the story teller genuinely loved people. He loved to travel and experience new adventures. He was so excited that on the Saturday before he passed, he was baptized and knew he was safe to rest in the arms of his Lord. He...

Jackie Maxie Sr., a native of Connersville, Indiana and a resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Schneck Medical Center. He was born on February 1, 1956 to the late Cecil Maxie and the late America Geneva (Jarvis) Maxie. Jackie was a Christian by faith. He was the former owner of Max's Clubhouse and for almost fifty years he was the owner of Maxie Home Service in Seymour. Jackie was a very social man that loved people and would do whatever he could to help those in need. He never met a stranger and had a smile that would light up a room. He had a huge impact on the people he would serve with his ethics and workmanship. He loved to tell people that he was...

Jennifer May (Snyder) Wright, age 50, a native and resident of Seymour, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at IU Methodist in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on April 8, 1973 to Keith Snyder of Gainesville, Florida and Margaret (Taylor) Scott and her husband Steven of Austin, Indiana. Jennifer was a headstrong, good natured, loving, caring lady that would do whatever she could to help anyone in need. She enjoyed puzzles, camping, fishing, hanging out with her brother and helping her step dad work on cars or whatever he needed help with. She loved dogs, especially her babies Odie and Bella. She is survived by her parents, two sons, Ben Stout of Freetown, Indiana and...