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Marvin Walter Wetzel, 79, of Medora, passed away at 7:45 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 15, 1944, in Seymour, to the late Jake & Anna Woods Wetzel. Marvin was a 1962 graduate of Seymour High School. He was a United States Army Veteran. He was a maintenance worker and truck driver for Spartans, Crane Hill Machine, Boknecht Trucking, & Hallow Farms. On December 7, 1970, he married Bonnie Jean Henderson Wetzel, and she preceded him in death on June 19, 2023, after 52 years of marriage. Marvin & Bonnie were blessed with 3 children: Jennifer (LD) Martin, Jeremy (Jessica) Wetzel, & Julie (Adam) Clines. ...

Edward Joseph "Joe" Disque lived a good and full life alongside his loving best friend and companion, Marj Walters. He fought a very brave battle with ALS. We are grateful for the caregivers who took such good care of him. He was the father of five children: Angela Effinger, Rebecca (David) Harmeyer, Adam (Bridget) Disque, Brian (Tonya) Disque, and John (Audrey) Disque. He was blessed with thirteen grandchildren: Kayla, Laura, Jack, Ben, Griffin, Maggie, Jaden, Landon, Bryar, Case, Caden, Willa, and Lexi. He is also survived by nine of his ten siblings: Tom (Jan) Disque, John Disque, Terri (Larry) French, Jan (Joe) Lustig, Kathy Marcisz, Jerry (Bonnie) Disque, Donna (Steve) Schuck,...

Frances Mae Stahl Nichols, 87, of Seymour, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at 9:42 a.m. Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the Lutheran Community Home, Seymour. She had been ill for 10 months. Frances was born on February 12, 1936, in Vallonia to the late Arthur H. & Elda Schneider Stahl. She was confirmed on April 10, 1949, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Vallonia. Frances was a 1954 graduate of Vallonia High School. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Brownstown and was involved in the Ladies Aid and LWML. Frances worked as a Teller at Citizens State Bank, First National Bank, and Jackson County Bank. On June 12, 1955, Frances married Charles L. "Charlie"...

Alice A. West, 67, of Bedford, Indiana, died at 1:22 am on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington, Indiana. Born in Hayden, Indiana, on July 29, 1956, Alice was the daughter of the late Cecil Gerth and Apphia Gerth of North Vernon, Indiana. Alice graduated in 1974 from Jennings County High School. She was employed in the gift shop at IU Health Bedford Willow Tree Gift Shop after selling her Loose Threads Quilt Shop in Seymour, Indiana. She attended Fairview Christian Church, Lawrence County, IN. Alice was a friend to many. Survivors include two daughters, Maria Hecht of Bedford, Indiana, and Elaine Singh of Columbus, Indiana; and four grandchildren, Nick...

James R. Mifflin, 69, of North Vernon, IN, passed away at 9:01 p.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Our Hospice of Southern Indiana, Columbus. He had been ill for 3 years. James was born on March 26, 1954, in Muncie, IN to the late John Mifflin and Anna Bertram Mifflin. On March 16, 2002, he married Linda Graham Mifflin, and she survives in North Vernon. Most of his life, James worked in Construction. He attended New Life Assembly of God in Seymour. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and The Eagles Club, both in Seymour. Survivors include his wife; 2 sons: Brent Mifflin of Muncie & Jamie Mifflin of Columbus; stepdaughter, Kelly Williams; 2 stepsons: Andy & Bradley Ball;...

Everett Ray Shields, 78, of Medora, suddenly passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at 8:15 a.m., in his room at the Covered Bridge Health Campus, Seymour, IN. Everett was born on February 21, 1945, to the late Everett Shields & Correne Hughes Shields. He was a 1963 graduate of Medora High School and a member of the Indiana National Guard. He married Judith Ann Simmons Shields, and she preceded him in death on October 28, 1990. Everett retired from Cummins Engine Company after 47 years and 7 months. His work there was very important to him, and he worked all the overtime that was ever offered to him. After his retirement, he enjoyed helping his brother Joe with Randy's Market...

Joy Delight (Boling) Nolan, 89, of Seymour, passed away at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the Lutheran Community Home. Joy was born on October 4, 1933, in Vallonia to the late Forest & Ethel (Teulker) Boling. She graduated from Vallonia High School on May 23, 1953. She married Arville Alva Nolan on January 1, 1954, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Vallonia and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2006. . Joy was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Seymour where she was a part of the Ladies Aid Guild and served as President in 1975 and Treasurer from 1982-1983. She was also a member of the Redeemer Alter Guild & LWML. Joy was a volunteer for Jackson County...

Kathryn Daulton-Evans, 73, of Medora, passed away at 6:10 a.m., Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Meadow View Health & Rehabilitation in Salem, IN. Kathryn was born on October 15, 1949, in Medora, to the late Ralph Daulton, Sr. & Muzetta Callahan Daulton, who survives in Medora. She was a graduate of Medora School. She was licensed Cosmetologist and was co-owner of Guys & Dolls in Salem and then later had beauty shops in her home. Kathryn also ran Krazy Katz liquor store in Medora and worked on the road construction with her husband for several years traveling throughout the United States. She enjoyed gambling at the casinos, shopping for shoes and purses, reading romance novels,...

D. Curt Hattabaugh, born July 7, 1961, left this world behind on August 18, 2023. Curt had been battling cancer for a number of months, but never gave up hope or his fight. His only regret was not enough time or a chance to tell everyone he loved how special they were to him. In his life he was a father, a son, a brother, an uncle and friend. He loved sharing time with those he loved and held a special place in his heart. He was supported by his mom, Beverly Hattabaugh; sister, Michelle Burbrink (Susie Burbrink-Themer); daughter, Jennifer Meyers; and brother, Bill Williams. His family also includes his nieces and nephews: Brooke Banet (Wes), Brianne Minnich (Alex) and Blake Williams;...

Bertha Jane Brewer, 89 years of age, died at 10:34 p.m. Monday, August 14, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She was so very loved. Bertha was a member of Brownstown Church of the Nazarene. She retired from Pantasote/Holmes Industries. Bertha was born on November 11, 1933, at Paris Crossing to the late Ralph Marling & Louise Sparks Marling. She graduated from Paris Crossing High School. On September 4, 1953, she married Earl Brewer (whom she met on a blind date) and he preceded her in death on May 8, 2005. They added to their family: Donna (Lanny) Baughman, Carolyn Baker, Tony (Rosie) Brewer, Richard Brewer, & Barbara (Michael) Martin. Together, Dad & Mom taught...

Lowell Thomas "TJ" Jackson, 77, of Vallonia, died at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, August 13, 2023, at his home. He had been ill for 4 months. TJ attended Brownstown High School and was a United States Army Veteran. He attended Brownstown Christian Church. He was a Barber and the proud owner of the original TJ's Bar & Grill. TJ was the founder of JT's Screen Printing and TJ's Barbecue & Catering. He loved IU Basketball, showing horses, and watching NASCAR and was a huge Jeff Gordon fan. TJ was a proud commander of VFW Post 1925, a member of the Eagles, and American Legion Post 89. He was born in Jackson County, IN on September 21, 1945, to the late Jim Jackson & Genevieve E....

Marilyn Sue (Johnson) Wright, 85, formerly of Battle Ground, IN, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at Lutheran Community Home in Seymour, IN, where she had resided since February. Marilyn Sue was born on June 26, 1937, in Vallonia, IN to Harry Leeland Johnson & Sarah Audra Valentine (Emmons) Johnson. After graduating from Vallonia High School in 1955, she worked in Indianapolis as a comptometer operator. On February 15, 1958, she married Ronald Mark Wright at the Vallonia Christian Church. When Ron joined the U.S. Air Force, they lived near several different military bases, including villages near Wiesbaden, Germany. After returning to the States, Marilyn Sue traveled with Ron all...

Bonnie Jean (Henderson) Wetzel, 75, of Medora, passed away at 11:55 p.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 4, 1947, in Seymour, to the late Woodrow & Luella (Fields) Henderson. On December 7, 1970, Bonnie married Marvin Walter Wetzel and he survives in Medora. Bonnie was a 1965 graduate of Medora High School. She was a member of New Hope Community Church, Bedford. She worked at the Dairy Bar and was a homemaker. She was also a member of the House to House Club. Bonnie enjoyed reading, working puzzles, going for long rides, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her children: ...

Peggy Lee Thompson, 92, of Medora, died at 8:10 pm on Friday June 9th, 2023, at Hoosier Christian Village, Brownstown. She was born March 24, 1931, in Medora, daughter of the late Roy (Bub) S. and Geneva C. (Hall) Watts. She graduated from Brownstown High School. She furthered her education at Methodist Hospital School of Nursing with an RN BSN degree. Peggy married her high school sweetheart Howard E. (Gene) Thompson on November 17th, 1956, after he completed his service in the Air Force. She was a good athlete in High School. A lifelong Indiana Hoosier basketball fan and an avid equestrian. She retired from Schneck Medical Center after 42 years. She was a member of Fort Ritner United...

Roger Lee Horton, age 83, of Vallonia, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at his home. Mr. Horton loved fishing, camping, and listening to country music. Born on September 15, 1939, in Seymour, he was the son of Henry and Georgia Collins Horton, both of whom preceded him in death. He married Connie Sons Cravens, and he later married Ruth M. Horton. Survivors include six children: Mary Annette Horton, Lisa Ann Horton, Diane K. Bautisa, Steve Lee Horton, Julie Lynn Hollin, and Richard D. Horton; three step-children: Kevin True, Mark True, and Vanessa True; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Mr. Horton was preceded in death by a daughter, Annette Patrick; and six...

Karen Lynne Stradley, 63, of Brownstown, died at 2:38 a.m. on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington. She was born on February 13, 1960, in Seymour to the late Woodrow & Marjorie Lutes Hanner. Karen was a graduate of Brownstown Central High School and Ivy Tech. On July 17, 1982, she married Jeff Stradley and he preceded her in death on October 4, 2019. Karen formerly worked at Impact Forge and was secretary at Vallonia Christian Church. She enjoyed crocheting, crafting, painting, being a homemaker, gardening, canning, and had a great love for her animals. Survivors include her 2 children: Wayne (Pam) Stradley and Beth Anne Stradley, both of Brownstown;...

Erman O. Shoemaker, 90, formerly of Vallonia, passed away at the Lutheran Community Home on Friday, June 2, 2023. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church, in Vallonia, and held various offices there. Erman attended Trinity Lutheran Parochial School in a one-room school and graduated from Vallonia High School in 1950. The following year he attended an eight-week Agriculture Short Course at Purdue University. He entered the U.S. Army in 1953, where he served with the 11th Airborne Division stationed at Fort Campbell, KY shortly after the Korean War. After his military service, he returned home to the family farm and specialized in the production of corn, soybeans, and the feeding...

Faye Ray Jackson, 84, of Seymour, passed away at her home at 9:25 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, with family and dedicated caregivers by her side. Faye was born in Washington County, IN on December 23, 1938, to the late Leroy (Rip) Ray & Eva Wheeler Ray. She was a 1957 graduate of Vallonia High School. In 1968, she graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Education. Faye married Larry Johnson on November 17, 1956. On August 1, 1974, she married Dr. Howard Jackson, and he preceded her in death on January 12, 2020. Faye was a member of Central Christian Church in Seymour. She worked as a counselor at Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation and was the office manager for Dr. Howard...

Faye Ray Jackson, 84, of Seymour, passed away at her home at 9:25 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, with family and dedicated caregivers by her side. Faye was born in Washington County, IN on December 23, 1938, to the late Leroy (Rip) Ray & Eva Wheeler Ray. She was a 1957 graduate of Vallonia High School. In 1968, she graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Education. Faye married Larry Johnson on November 17, 1956. On August 1, 1974, she married Dr. Howard Jackson, and he preceded her in death on January 12, 2020. Faye was a member of Central Christian Church in Seymour. She worked as a counselor at Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation and was the office manager for Dr. Howard...

Rosa Nell Fish, 83, of Franklin and formerly of Brownstown, died at 11:11 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, at Otterbein Senior Life Community in Franklin. Rosa was born on August 2, 1939, in Dallas, TX to the late Lena O'Hara Watson. She was married to James E. Fish, and he preceded her in death on December 22, 1979. Rosa graduated from Brownstown High School. She was a factory worker and after her retirement, she worked at McDonald's in Brownstown. Rosa loved animals, watching the Hallmark Channel, listening to country music, painting, and crosstiching. Survivors include her children: Kim Stinson of Indianapolis & Monty Stinson of Brownstown; grandchildren: Fallon Stinson of Indianapolis...

Mary J. Shouse, 86, of Medora, passed away at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023, at University of Louisville Hospital. Mary was born on March 12, 1937, in Washington Co., IN, to the late Robert & Ruby Cole Byarlay. On November 14, 1955, she married Willie Shouse and he preceded her in death on May 26, 1972. Mary was a member of Midway Apostolic Church. She worked at Jackson Park Nursing Home for 15 years and then was an in-home health caregiver. She enjoyed watching westerns, working crossword puzzles, doing word search, and most of all reading her bible. Survivors include: her children: Willard Shouse of Medora & Lois Imlay of Louisville, KY; grandchildren: Jason Shouse,...