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Alfred Yager, 94, of Rushville, IN passed away October 13, 2023. He was born October 16, 1928, in Ripley County, IN to the late Fred and Matilda (Kieffer) Yager. After moving out of the Jefferson Proving Grounds to a farm in southern Rush County with his family, Alfred graduated from New Salem High School in 1947, where he played basketball. He served in the U.S. Army. He married Eleanor Volk on September 7, 1959. Alfred worked as a local hired farm hand growing up and a brief time at RCA in Indianapolis. He then became a lifelong farmer in Rush County. He enjoyed hunting, playing Euchre with his family, and spending Sundays with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren....

John Howard Ewbank was born in Rushville, IN to Howard Farrer & Fern (Jordan) Ewbank. John married Anne Elston on Feb. 28th, 1978. He'll be dearly missed by Anne, daughter Jann Seymour, son Jordan Ewbank, sisters Barbara, Sara, Diana, Anita and Rhonda, along with grandson JJ Seymour, their families, and many friends. His family surrounded him through a brief illness; he was welcomed home by Fern and Farrer, sister Patti, several brothers-in-law, and many friends. Full obituary at www.ToddFuneralHome.com

David Durbin...Hoosier Hospitality Personified Revered hotelier (George) David Durbin, 93, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on July 27, 2023. He was born March 13, 1930, to Leo & Mary (Cain) Durbin in Rushville, Indiana. David, the middle of seven children, grew up living and working in the family business, The Lollis Hotel, later renamed The Durbin Hotel. The three-story, small-town hotel, which was added in 1982 to the National Register of Historic Places, became known from coast-to-coast for the family's gracious hospitality and delicious food and was thrust onto the world stage by Wendell Willkie when he selected The Durbin as his U.S....

John Allen Cain, 85, of Rushville, IN, passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side on June 8, 2023. John was born in Hancock County, IN on March 10, 1938, a son of the late Mary (Atherton) and Lawrence Cain. He graduated Mt. Comfort High School in 1956 and went on to Central Business College and graduated in 1958. He served honorably in the US Army in1956-57. He was a farmer over 50 years. John was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and was proud to be a co-founder of the St. Mary Catholic School Foundation. John married Rosemary McCauley April 4, 1959 and they raised four children, Debbie (Mrs. Chris) Ripberger of Glenwood, IN; sons Mark A. Cain of Shelbyville, IN,...

Esther A. Newhouse, 91, of New Palestine, IN, passed away February 8, 2023 at Hancock Regional Hospital. Esther was born April 14, 1931, in Rushville, to Ola and Leona (Clark) Apple. Esther met Nelson, her future husband of 61 years, when he came to Mays High School, and they graduated and began their life together in 1949 and married in 1951. Esther attended Central Business College (Indianapolis) and began working at Rush Memorial Hospital in Medical Records when it opened in Rushville in 1950. She later worked in Medical Records at Hancock Memorial Hospital in Greenfield before retiring. Esther and Nelson ran a small farm in the town they loved where they grew the family...

Bernard John Spaeth, 90, of Rushville, IN passed away January 25, 2023 at Rush Memorial Hospital with his loving family at his side. Bernard was born in Brookville, IN on August 13, 1932, a son of the late Hilda (Geis) and John Ignatius Spaeth. He married Betty Jean (Ritzi) Spaeth on August 28, 1954. They spent 58 years together and she entered Heaven on December 15, 2012. He graduated from Brookville High School and went on to be a life long dairy farmer, owning and operating Willow Creek Dairy, Inc. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Rushville and also served in the U.S. Air Force. Bernard is survived by six daughters; Patricia Joanne (Richard) Schultz, Eileen Marie (Gary)...

Mae Marlow, 99, of Rushville, passed away Jan. 2, 2023. Born Oct. 17, 1923 in Dearborn County, IN. She was one of four children born to Maude (Dance) and Ezra F. Lowe. She graduated from Aurora High School at the age of 16 in 1940. She married Fred M. Marlow on Mar. 7, 1947. He preceded her in death Dec. 18, 1999. Together they raised four sons. She was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a longtime member of Main Street Christian Church. Those left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Tim (Darlene) Marlow, of Milroy, IN, Kevin (Kristi) Marlow, of Rushville, IN, and Jeff (Kim) Marlow, of Rensselaer, IN. Also missing her is the daughter...

Kenneth J. Yager, 60, of Rushville, IN and Fort Myers, FL passed away December 1, 2022 in Rush County, Indiana. He was born January 26, 1962, in Rushville, IN.

 Ken graduated in 1980 from Rushville Consolidated High School and in 1984 from Franklin College where he excelled academically, obtained multiple degrees and played basketball. He worked as an accountant for several years with an insurance company in Indianapolis. When he retired from accounting, he continued to farm and was a handy-man to anyone who needed help. He also spent time coaching the Oldenburg Academy Boys Basketball team and attending his nieces and nephews sporting events. In his later years, he spent a lot of time at...

Walter Hollis "Pete" Osting was born to Robert and Helen "Hinchman" Osting in Union Township on August 24, 1935. Pete entered the world with a twin brother, William "Billy" H. Osting. Billy passed away in April of 1944. Pete graduated from Mays in 1954 and then went on to take the Purdue Short course in 1955. He then went into farming with his father. He retired from farming in 1985 and began working for the Rush County Highway. After retiring from the County Highway, he worked for the former Royster Clark then Crop Production Services in Rushville & Homer. He also had a small Water Purification Business. His final retirement job, and the one he probably loved the most, was...

Juanita "Marie" Koohns, 82, of Rushville, passed away on Oct 18, 2022 Full obituary at www.ToddFuneralHome.com

Arnold Dale Fields, "The Mayor", of Andersonville, Indiana passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was 78 years old. A lifelong Franklin County resident, he was born on February 15th, 1944, to Helmuth and Geneva (Creech) Fields. He was one of nine children and attended Laurel schools. Dale married Pamela Mae Matney on November 29th, 1964, in Andersonville, IN and they soon started a family that has not stopped growing. Together Dale and Pam raised and is survived by seven children, Margaret (Miles) Flint of Laurel, IN, Linda Reno of Laurel, IN, Dale Ann (Jeff) Coon, of Connersville, IN, Wilbur (Valerie) Fields of Laurel, IN, Arnold (Megan)...

Angela Catherine Godar, 92, of Glenwood passed away August 17, 2022 with her loving family by her side. She was born February 8, 1930, in Oldenburg, IN, a daughter of the late Gus and Florine (Niehoff) Herbert. She attended St. Mary Catholic School in Rushville. She was married May 2, 1951 to the late Robert E. Godar at St. Mary Catholic Church in Rushville. Together they would have seventeen children, 41 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and enjoy 59 years of marriage. She worked at Winkler's restaurant where she met the love of her life. After she was married, she devoted her entire life to family and church. She worked on the farm as well as being an...

Joseph C. Harcourt, 71, passed away at his home in Falmouth, Indiana, surrounded by his entire family and beloved Great Danes, on Sunday, July 24, 2022. While his passing was unfortunately fast and furious, Joe, ever the most popular man this side of the Mississippi, was visited by countless family members and lifelong friends prior, which he thoroughly loved. Survived by his younger sisters Jean Ann (Terry) Showalter, Janis Sue (Tim) Long, niece Chrissy (Shane) Calkin, nephew Mike (Megan) Showalter and several great nieces and nephews. Joe was the first child born to Norma Jean (Smith) and Conrad Calla Harcourt on March 19, 1951, in Milroy, Indiana. Many can attest, the world became a...

Marilyn U. Schroeder, 84, of Rushville, passed away July 16, 2022 at Millers Merry Manor in Rushville. Marilyn was born February 15, 1938 to Edward and Louise Meyer Ricke. The family moved to Clarksburg in 1948 and then to Greensburg in 1955. Marilyn graduated from Greensburg High School in 1956. Marilyn enjoyed working at the business office of the Public Telephone Company from 1956-1962. Later in life she worked in the Home Health Care Field and helped with Meals on Wheels. Marilyn married Justin Schroeder on October 21, 1961 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Greensburg. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2017. They were farmers first in Decatur County and then moved to Rush...

Lynn A. Turner passed away May 28, 2022 in his home. He was born January 5, 1932 the son of the late Arthur A. Turner and Ethel Turner. A graduate of Royerton High School with honors and where he lettered in basketball, he was a member of the track team that had the best time in the state in the half mile relay two years in a row. He also excelled in baseball, he was best in state one year with a batting average of 660. Having served in the Naval Reserve during High School, he was called to active duty during the Korean Conflict. After graduating from the Naval Academy at the top of his class, He was named Honor man of company 11. Before assignment to his permanent duty station, he got...

James William (Bill) Scott, 77 of Rush County, Indiana passed away on May 19, 2022, at his home. Bill was born in Texas during World War II on June 22, 1944, to Jim and Betty Scott. His parents raised him and his brothers Fred and Sam in Richland after the war. After graduating from New Salem, Bill went to Indiana Business College in Indianapolis and earned a diploma in accounting. He worked for the State of Indiana in the tax division, and then as Financial Comptroller at Harcourt Outlines for 30 years before retiring. During his time with the State of Indiana he met Rosemary Abrams. She recognized his kind nature and gentle strength. They fell in love and were married February 3,...

Richard (Dick) H. Lennex went to his heavenly reward on March 24, 2022. Dick was a good and faithful servant of the Lord for 86 years. He was born to the late Lucille (Harvey) and John Henry Lennex Sr. in Loudon, TN on September 18, 1935. Dick was one of four children including brother, Bob (wife Carol) Lennex, sister, Sharon (husband Bob) Murphy. He was preceded in death by brother John and wife Clara Mae Lenox. Dick married G. Marie Shafer on February 17, 1954, in New Salem, IN she survives. Dick and Marie were blessed with four children, Katrina Lennex of Marion, IN; Richard (companion Thelma) Lennex of Valparaiso, IN; and Krista Lennex of North Carolina. They were preceded in...

Kevin Frederick Neuman, 25, of Connersville, formerly of Rushville, died March 6, 2022 in a traffic accident south of Rushville. He was born in Batesville, IN Nov. 4, 1996 to Ronald and Carla (nee' Schwier) Neuman. He enjoyed, hunting shooting clay pigeons watching baseball, watching football and watching NASCAR. His favorite NASCAR driver was Kevin Harvick. Enjoyed scary movies, rock music, country music, and his favorite artist was ICP. He loved, spending time with his son and spending time with his family. Listening to music and taking long drive to the country. Kevin was very generous. He wouldn't spend money on himself but he was always spending money on others and his son. Kevin...

Jerry Curtis Newkirk, 42, of Greenfield (formerly of New Castle) died peacefully in his sleep on January 9, 2022 at his home. Jerry was born July 30, 1979 to Jerry and Tina (Clark) Newkirk, in New Castle, IN. Jerry married the love of his life, Nikki on February 13, 2011. They have two beautiful boys, Dakota and Liam. Jerry enjoyed spending time with Nikki and the boys, going out to dinner and recently went on a family vacation to Universal Studios in Florida. Jerry had an extreme love for soccer and helped coach his boys and their teams. In his spare time, Jerry loved to fish in his pond and would take pictures to show off his big catches. Jerry had a passion for art and created many...

Mary Lou was born in Rushville, IN on Jan. 21, 1930, a daughter of the late Augusta (Stephens) Wright and Lester Buchanan. She married Paul C. Smith Sr. Jan 28, 1949, in New Castle, IN and he preceded her in death March 29, 1999. She attended Rushville High School and was a member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Mary Lou was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by three daughters, Bonnie G. Koors, of Greensburg, Peggy (Larry) Scott, of Rushville and Margaret (Tim) Smith, of Laurel; two sons Paul C. Smith Jr., of Rushville and David (Margaret) Smith, of Waldron; a step daughter, Sue (Chester) Stratton, of Springfield, OH; and a step daughter-in-law, Twila Smith of...

William "Bill" C. Smiley, 95, of Rushville passed away December 29, 2021. Bill was born April 22, 1926 in Rushville to the late Lee H and Jennie (Catron) Smiley. He was a graduate of Rushville High School, class of 1944. Immediately following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces, serving overseas in World War II. Shortly after the war, he married Carolyn Sharpe, his wife of 65 years and she would precede in 2012. Bill made in living in the trucking industry and worked for International Furniture, Perkins Furniture, American RedBall, Anacoda and Oliver Trucking. He also was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Rushville where he was an elder and taught...