Leppert Mortuary

Jon Warren Hancher, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 10, 2022 after a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was surrounded by his loving family and wearing his IU hat. Jon was born May 31, 1947 in Columbus, Indiana to Thomas (Jack) Hancher and Lela Mae (Taylor) Hancher. He grew up in Decatur County and graduated from Jackson Township High School in 1965. He furthered his education at Maryville College (TN), where he lettered in baseball and basketball, graduating in 1969. Upon graduation, he returned to Indiana and began his career as a lifelong educator as a teacher/principal in Shelby County. He completed a master's degree in education from Indiana...

Katherine Patricia Miller (Barr), of Noblesville, passed away on April 1, 2021. Katherine demonstrated true dignity and grace through a lengthy illness, always remaining positive and hopeful. Katherine was born in Akron, Ohio on October 11, 1942 to the late James Robert and Margaret Sharon (Miller) Barr. She graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1960 and from Akron University in 1970 after marrying the love of her life, the late Charles L. Miller. Together they raised and are survived by three children Michele (Mike), Craig (Brenda), and Sharon. Katherine is also survived by four grandchildren (Danielle, Logan, Charles, and Austin) and seven siblings (Jim, Denny, Gerri Loog, Mary,...

David Rittmann, age 60, passed away at his home surrounded by his family, on February 26, 2021 following a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born April 23, 1960 in Kokomo, Indiana. David, a life-long resident of Indiana, was the son of loving parents, Albert and Thelma. After graduating from Purdue University with a degree in Computer Technology he worked many years in his chosen field. David was caring and hardworking. He was an avid researcher who liked to think outside the box and held a great passion for designing things. David deeply loved his wife Bernadette. He also loved his sons and only wanted the best for them. David is survived by his loving wife Bernadette,...

Charles Leonard Miller, of Noblesville, passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2021. Chuck was born in Akron, Ohio on May 22, 1935 to the late Charles and Elsie (Ladner) Miller. Elsie died of TB six months after his birth and his father married his new mother, the late Cecilmae (Gilligan), a few years later. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1953 and joined the Marine Corp. After an honorable discharge, Chuck used the G.I. Bill to obtain his bachelor's degree from Akron University. While in college, Chuck met and married the love of his life Katherine (Barr). Together for nearly 60 years, they raised three children: Michele (Mike), Craig (Brenda), and Sharon. ...