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Rose M. Kilian, age 92, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away surrounded by family at 9:57 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, in the Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper, Indiana. Rose was born in Jasper, Indiana, on January 22, 1931, to Othmar and Marie (Dupps) Bockelman. She married Norman H. Kilian on June 30, 1951, in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana. He preceded her in death on July 21, 2013. She was a 1949 graduate of Jasper High School. Rose was a homemaker and member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, St. Ann's Society, Jasper D of I, V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing cards and Bingo, and spending time with...

Rodney G. Siddons, age 56, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 7:18 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in Greensburg, Indiana. A burial will be held at a later date in Enlow Cemetery.

Rodney G. Siddons, age 56, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 7:18 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. A burial will be held at a later date in Enlow Cemetery. Condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com

Marilyn Eskew. Wassmer, age 95, of Jasper, IN, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper. Marilyn was born in her family's home in Boonville, Indiana on July 22, 1927, to Clifford and Mary (Lowell) Eskew. She married William "Bill" Wassmer on August 27, 1946, in Rockville, Maryland. He preceded her in death on April 11, 2011. Survivors include her children: Dianne Perrin of Smyrna, TN, Douglas (Lilian Saul) of Tampa, FL, Jan (Dennis) Stevenson of Yonkers, NY, David (Rebekah) Wassmer of Cumming, GA and Vicki (Rick) Boehman of Jasper, IN, 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one sister, Sheryl (David) Small of Tampa, Florida. A Mass of...

Sondra K. Alumbaugh, age 71, of Terre Haute, IN, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023, in her home in Jasper surrounded by her loving family. Sondra was born on July 12, 1951, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Ruby Chrisman and William K. Alumbaugh Sr. She married Michael J. "Mick" Lowry on March 12, 1974, in Rosedale, Indiana. He preceded her in death on July 3, 2003. She and her husband were owners of Hometown USA in Bloomfield, IN. She enjoyed bowling and crocheting. Surviving are three children, Marci (Steve) Backer, Mandy Lowry Bishop, and Micki Lowry Cooper, all of Jasper, IN, seven grandchildren, Ellen (Kyle) Backer Popovec, Chris Backer, Tristan Backer, Mike (Rachel) Donovan, Tibi...

It is with heavy hearts, and yet we try to rejoice at the same time in celebrating and remembering the wonderful life of our Mom - Mary Lynn Bell. "Mim" as her grandkids called her, passed away at Amber Manor on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. She was battling another round of cancer that was causing constant pain. Although we were never ready to see our vibrant and loving Mim leave us, we are thankful the dear Lord relieved her of her earthly pains and asked her to join Him in Heaven. We know she is more happy than we have ever seen her. This does give us some comfort. However, we do wish we were there to see her so happy. Mary Lynn Bell (and don't ever call her by her first name only) was...

Bernard W. Goeppner, age 65, of Holland, Indiana, passed away at 6:16 p.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Chrisney, Indiana. Bernie was born in Ireland, Indiana, on April 15, 1957, to Albert and Mattieline (Huber) Goeppner. He previously worked for Werner Sawmill, Tri-State Live Haul, Ireland Feed and Grain, Crouse Disposal, and currently he worked for Loehr Farms. He was a member of the American Legion #343 of Holland. Bernie enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, Jeeping, farming, and spending time with family and friends. He particularly loved to squirrel hunt and had the world record for most killed squirrels. Surviving are six children, Theresia...

Julie Anne Schnell of Birdseye, IN, passed away December 8, 2022, from injuries sustained in a car accident. Julie was born in Jasper, Indiana, on September 20th 1978, to Bill and Angie (Payne) Tempel. After Julie graduated from Heritage Hills in 1997, she went on to study Secondary Education at Purdue University and obtained her Masters degree from Olivet Nazarene University. After graduation, Julie became an AP World History teacher at Jasper High School where she taught for the last 21 years. While at Purdue, Julie met her husband, Ryan Schnell, of Schnellville and were married on July 6th, 2002. Julie and Ryan went on to have two daughters, Addison 15, and Alayna 13. Alayna also...

Alayna Marian Schnell of Birdseye, IN, passed away on December 8, 2022, from injuries sustained in a car accident. Alayna was born on August 21, 2009, to Ryan and Julie (Tempel) Schnell of Birdseye, IN. Alayna was in the 7th grade at Holy Trinity Catholic School in Jasper, IN. Alayna was a member of the Divine Mercy Parish of Schnellville where she was an active alter server. She was involved in the Jasper Middle School soccer team, the theater program at Holy Trinity Catholic School, and a student ambassador at Holy Trinity. She was preteen Miss Dubois County 4-H Fair in 2021. Her love of Legos was apparent from the video tours she would send to her family. Her creativity in creating...

Gerald "Jerry" Paul Birge, 83, of Jasper died Friday, December 2, 2022 at his home. He was born in Jasper on May 6, 1939, to Cyril and Antoinette Kunkel Birge. He was a 1957 graduate of Jasper High School and attended Indiana State Teachers College (now Indiana State University) on a basketball scholarship. He married Margaret "Maggie" Blueher in St. Patrick's Church in Terre Haute on August 30, 1958. Jerry began his broadcasting career in the summer of 1956 when he was hired by WITZ as a part time disk jockey and knew he had discovered what he wanted to do with his life. He began his full-time career reporting sports and broadcasting play-by-play for WITZ Radio in Jasper in 1959. After a...

Lovella Mary Sendelweck Ruckriegel, 87, passed away on November 22, 2022, at 7:18 a.m. Her husband of 64 years, Robert Lee Clinton (Bob) Ruckriegel preceded her in death. She is survived by their two sons Al Ruckriegel (son-in-law, David Adams) of Terre Haute, Indiana and Sid Ruckriegel (& Andrew Rand) of Peoria, Illinois. Lovella ("Val" as she was known in high school) was born on August 17th, 1935, in Boone Township, Jasper, Indiana to Walter Johann and Emily Margaret (Buchta) Sendelweck. Growing up on the farm, she was the youngest of three children, Clarence (& Janice) Sendelweck who passed in 2007 and Ioma (& Edward) Wening who survives. Lovella attended the Portersville...

Lovella Mary Sendelweck Ruckriegel, 87, passed away on November 22, 2022, at 7:18 a.m. Her husband of 64 years, Robert Lee Clinton (Bob) Ruckriegel preceded her in death. She is survived by their two sons Al Ruckriegel (son-in-law, David Adams) of Terre Haute, Indiana and Sid Ruckriegel (& Andrew Rand) of Peoria, Illinois. Lovella ("Val" as she was known in high school) was born on August 17th, 1935, in Boone Township, Jasper, Indiana to Walter Johann and Emily Margaret (Buchta) Sendelweck. Growing up on the farm, she was the youngest of three children, Clarence (& Janice) Sendelweck who passed in 2007 and Ioma (& Edward) Wening who survives. Lovella attended the Portersville...

Lovella Mary Sendelweck Ruckriegel, 87, passed away on November 22, 2022, at 7:18 a.m. Her husband of 64 years, Robert Lee Clinton (Bob) Ruckriegel preceded her in death. She is survived by their two sons Al Ruckriegel (son-in-law, David Adams) of Terre Haute, Indiana and Sid Ruckriegel (& Andrew Rand) of Peoria, Illinois. Lovella ("Val" as she was known in high school) was born on August 17th, 1935, in Boone Township, Jasper, Indiana to Walter Johann and Emily Margaret (Buchta) Sendelweck. Growing up on the farm, she was the youngest of three children, Clarence (& Janice) Sendelweck who passed in 2007 and Ioma (& Edward) Wening who survives. Lovella attended the Portersville...

Lovella Mary Sendelweck Ruckriegel, 87, passed away on November 22, 2022, at 7:18 a.m. Her husband of 64 years, Robert Lee Clinton (Bob) Ruckriegel preceded her in death. She is survived by their two sons Al Ruckriegel (son-in-law, David Adams) of Terre Haute, Indiana and Sid Ruckriegel (& Andrew Rand) of Peoria, Illinois. Lovella ("Val" as she was known in high school) was born on August 17th, 1935, in Boone Township, Jasper, Indiana to Walter Johann and Emily Margaret (Buchta) Sendelweck. Growing up on the farm, she was the youngest of three children, Clarence (& Janice) Sendelweck who passed in 2007 and Ioma (& Edward) Wening who survives. Lovella attended the Portersville...

Joe was born in Washington, Indiana, to Olive and Albert Resler. His mom was saddened that he was two days shy of a Halloween baby. Joe always said this is why he loved wearing his clown wig and nose. Joe was married twice; his first wife Brenda gave them three daughters. In 1999 Joe married the love of his life, Susie. Joe had many hobbies; playing jokes, causing mayhem, cheering on his grands, even though he swore they were the reason he had gray hair, watching football, Jeopardy, and complaining what Hoda was wearing or drinking on the Today Show. He was most known as Joe the Gnome Hunter; he collected his merry army of loyal and protective gnomes. If you called him Joey or Joseph,...

Daniece M. Oldfield, age 82, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at home. Daniece was born in Minot, North Dakota, on February 28, 1940, to Daniel and Mildred (Larson) Hager. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and spending time with family. Surviving are four children, Ted (Kim) Barry, Kendallville, IN, Brenda (Angelo) Spandrio, Apache Junction, AZ, Tim (Susan) Barry, Jasper, IN, Lisa Gatchell, Maumee, OH, 11 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and one brother, Dean (Dian) Hager, Ft. Wayne, IN. Preceding her in death besides her parents are one sister and one brother. Services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made...

Charles V. Bass, passed away on November 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife Sandi and parents Robert T. Bass and Annette Jordan. He is survived by son, Sam (Trisha,) of Columbus, OH; daughter, Debbie (Eric) of Jacksonville, FL; Stepson, Brad Levy (Stephanie) of Louisville, KY. He is also survived by his sister, Selene Lum (Ted) of Cincinnati, OH, in-laws, Nora (Fred) Sermersheim and John Preusz of Jasper, IN, as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins. Cremation has been chosen therefore there is no visitation. If desired, donations may be made to Gideons International or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.

Cecil C. Hill, devoted husband, father, and animal lover, age 80, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 8:44 p.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022, surrounded by loved ones and family in Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper, Indiana. Cecil was born in Washington, Indiana, on December 25, 1941, to Alvin and Mary (Elsey) Hill. He married his wife of 29 years, Vicki S. Hill on October 8, 1993, in Jasper, Indiana. Cecil graduated from Austin Community College and the University of Texas, where he received a degree in electronics. He retired from Crane Warfare Naval Base, and then started a new career as an insurance agent and trusted financial advisor for Western Southern Life...

Brenda Lee Russell, age 69, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 6:22 p.m. on Wednesday, August 18, 2022, at home surrounded by family. Brenda was born in Washington, Indiana, on December 18, 1952, to Jerry and Mae (Rhoades) Kinman. She married Larry Russell on June 1, 1990, in Henderson, Kentucky. She was a 1970 graduate of Otwell High School and had worked at JOFCO for over 30 years. She was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary. She and her husband, Larry, enjoyed volunteering going around to all the nursing homes singing for the residents. Brenda enjoyed playing cards and bingo and socializing at the Habig Center. She also enjoyed spending time outdoors, doing yard work, and flower...

Cora B. Fuhrman, age 85, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Cathedral Health Care Center in Jasper. Cora was born in Alfordsville, Indiana on March 19, 1937, to Roy and Garnet (Helderman) Rodarmel. She married Lester Fuhrman on April 1, 1956, on Easter Sunday in St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Haysville, Indiana. He preceded her in death on September 9, 2020. Cora retired from Kimball Electronics. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Haysville. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She is survived by one son; Ken Lester Fuhrman of Jasper and one daughter; Kristi Lynn Fuhrman of Jasper, one sister; Gloria (Marvin) McClure, one...

Lou Anna H. Taylor, age 90, of Cannelburg, Indiana, passed away 4:45 p.m. on Friday, July 8, 2022, in the Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper, Indiana. Lou Anna was born in Portersville, Indiana, on April 21, 1932, to William and Leora (Krodel) Weisman. She married Robert Taylor on February 13, 1954, in St. John's Lutheran Church in Boone Township, Indiana. She was a 1951 graduate of Alfordsville High School. She was a homemaker and she and her husband also owned the Countr> Look, which was their custom window treatment business, in which they specialized in custom-made draperies. She was the secretary and treasurer of the Oak Grove Cemetery in Reeve Township for over 20 years. ...