Gary M. Bousman, 72, of Carthage lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis. He was born on December 19, 1948 in Indianapolis, a son of the late Jesse Bousman and Carolyn (Ed) Hepp. Gary enjoyed making things with his hands and was an excellent Drywaller for many years, a skill that he passed down to his sons. He also enjoyed collecting signs, watching Nascar races and old western shows. Most importantly, Gary loved spending time with his family and especially attending family reunions. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Marlena Bousman; daughters, Carolyn (Jay) Sinclair, Georgianna (Alan) Payne and Sarah Bousman;...

Rebecca Louise Cook, 62, of Fortville, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Carthage on the evening of Monday, January 4, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born on June 5, 1958 in Greenfield, IN, a daughter of the late Ralph Bell and Ruby (husband: Samuel) Garriott. Becky was most known as Crazy Granny, Grandma Coolio, Gomey, Mamaw, Crazy Aunt Beck and "Madea". She was very funny and always lightened the mood by telling jokes. Becky enjoyed a cold Pepsi, playing Bingo, shopping online auctions and finding deals for things she didn't need. She always looked for ways to help people made her auction purchases into gifts to help others. Her life was a true miracle, she outlived...

Betty Jo Hamm, 83, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born on February 13, 1937 in Knightstown, a daughter of Rodney and Josephine (Cox) Hamm. Betty grew up in Knightstown before moving to Anderson. She worked for many years at Decker's Sporting Goods in Anderson before their closing. She retired from Kings Systems in Noblesville where they manufactured medical devices for hospitals. Betty enjoyed painting, working puzzles, playing Bingo, cooking and spending time with her family. Those left to cherish her memory include her five children, Vicki (husband: Tim) Ball of Anderson, David (wife: Teresa)...

Marilyn Leavelle Robbins, 86, of Decatur Alabama, formerly of Kennard, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Westminster Assisted Living. Those left to cherish her memory include her two sons, Stephen P. (wife: Cheryl) Leavelle and Kenneth D. (wife: Cindy) Leavelle; grandchildren, Gretchen, Stephanie and Ashley; great grandchildren, Abby, Ella, Andie and Maylee; siblings, Gene Neff, Elizabeth Haskell and Dorothy Tutrow. Funeral services were held at Ridout's Brown-Service Funeral Home in Decatur, AL. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, February 15, 2020 at McCray Cemetery in Wilkinson, IN with Pastor Ryan McCarty officiating. The Hunt family and Heritage staff are honored...

Martha Sue Pike Swarthout, 80, of Summerton, SC, formerly of Carthage, widow of Wesley Lee Swarthout, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC. She was born May 29, 1939, in Shirley, Indiana, a daughter of the late Cecil Joseph Pike and Verna Louise Jessup Pike. She was a member of Northside Christian Church in Fruitland Park, Florida before moving to Summerton. She is survived by her four children, Cynthia Ann Myers Henley (Rick) of Greenfield, Richard Lee Myers (Jeannie) of Latta, SC, Kathleen Sue Myers Millis (Burk) of Carthage and Rodney Neal Myers of Cades, SC; eleven grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; a sister, Mary Lu Wood (Allen) of...

Loretta Virginia Plank, 105, of Knightstown, passed away on the afternoon of Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Hancock Regional Hospital. She was born on April 14, 1914 in Seymour, Indiana, a daughter of the late George and Lula Bower. At age three, following her mother's early death, Loretta came to Knightstown to live at the Soldiers and Sailors home where she lived until age 18. She married Bernie Sutton and lived in the Indianapolis area until Bernie's passing. She then married Elmer Plank from the Spiceland area and they lived on Harrison Street in Knightstown for over 50 years. For the past nine years, she resided with her granddaughter and caretaker, Lisa (Dan) Jackson. She attended...

James "Jim" Dale Davis, 57, of Knightstown, passed away on the afternoon of Friday, December 6, 2019 at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield. He was born on December 12, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois, a son of the late Genevee Jane (Maxwell) Davis and William Howard Davis, Sr. Jim was the 12th child, born on the 12th day of the 12th month. He was quick witted and always making jokes. He was an excellent pool player and after a win would always blow the chalk off the tip of the pool stick with pride. He enjoyed watching TV, especially WWE wrestling and Survivor on Wednesday nights. He also enjoyed fishing, but only in shallow water since he could not swim. Jim could craft about anything and...

Madonna Sue (Haygood) Wentworth, 69, of Fortville, formerly of Spencer, passed away Tuesday evening, November 13, 2019 at her sister's home in Knightstown where she had been lovingly cared for during her courageous battle with cancer. She was born October 25, 1950 at St. John's Hospital in Anderson, Indiana, a daughter of the Noah and Billie Joan (Brown) Haygood. Following her mother's early death, she was raised by her dear step-mother, Thelma Haygood. Madonna attended Knightstown schools and later lived in the Fortville area. She loved to shop, loved her Pomeranians, and was especially close to Trixie. Madonna loved to listen to the oldies on the radio like Buddy Holly and others. In...

Marla Janeen Payne, 83, of Charlottesville, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Hancock Regional Health in Greenfield. She was born on December 25, 1935 in Spencer, Indiana, a daughter of the late Orville and Frances (Ray) Reynolds. Marla attended Decatur Central High School and graduated in 1953. She was a former member of the First Baptist Church in Greenfield and a lifelong homemaker. She enjoyed fishing in Canada, her flower gardens, bird watching, baking, reading and having good discussion with her family and friends. Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Rebecca (husband: Anthony) Hancock, Nancy (husband: Robert) White, Daniel (wife: Tamme) Jenkins, Thomas...

Millard Jay Wilson, 87, of Carthage passed away on the afternoon of Monday, September 23, 2019 at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis. He was born on May 19, 1932 in Hancock County, the son of Lowell Wilson and Glida (Spall) Cooney. Jay was a longtime farmer in the Greenfield area and worked at Roller Coater for many years. He was a member of the East Street Christian Church in Carthage. Jay enjoyed Bluegrass music, fishing and spending time outdoors. Jay dearly loved his family and that was highlighted when they went to their cabin in Brown county where they spent time camping and riding horses. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Jessie Wilson; children, Vonda...

Harold Raymond "Skeeter" Gulley, 87, of Charlottesville, passed away on the evening of Monday, July 1, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 6, 1931 in Lewis County, KY, a son of the late Essie and Lona (Pendlum) Gulley. Harold was a proud veteran that served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed in France where he served with the First Radio Relay Station Detachment #61. Harold worked for Container Corporation of Carthage and Linc Belt of Indianapolis before retiring from International Harvester (Navistar). He was also a member of the Union Local #98. Harold was married to his wife, Wanda Whitfield, on March 22, 1958,...

Jo Ann Downey, 90, of Knightstown entered her eternal life at Heritage House in New Castle on June 30, 2019. She was born in Rush County on September 8, 1928 to Ralph and Myrle (Rhodes) Moffitt. She was raised in Rush County on the family's farm until 1944 at which time the family moved to Knightstown. She attended Mays school until 1944 and graduated from Knightstown High School in 1946. After high school, she worked for Abner Motor Sales where she met the love of her life, John Edwin Downey. They were married on September 20, 1953 in the Knightstown Friends Church. Later she worked for the National Insurance Agency which was located in the First National Bank of Knightstown. Then,...