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Zella Willadene (Campbell) Wolfe, 90, formerly of Greenfield, IN, beloved wife of the late John Pence Wolfe, passed away on November 29, 2022, at the home of her daughter, Cynthia, in Sumter, SC. She was born in Marion, IN on February 27, 1932, the daughter of James and Hazel (Hood) Campbell. She graduated from Marion High School in Marion, IN. She worked as a sales associate at Ben Franklin dime-store and then worked in food service in the bakery at Eli Lilly in Greenfield. She was also a church custodian with her husband at Greenfield Christian Church for many years. Her activities included knitting, crocheting, sewing, and making cookies with her grandchildren. Surviving is one...

Cora Sue (Abbott) Haney-Demaster, 77, Greenfield, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 5, 1945, in Cabell, KY, to Edd and Ima (Weston) Abbott. Cora is a 1963 graduate of New Palestine High School. Cora was employed as a real estate agent with Johnson & Dudley and then as an administrative assistant for BMG Records. She loved music, dancing, reading, and aimlessly driving here and there to get out and about and explore. In her younger years, Cora was on a bowling league and a dart league. She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She attended Franklin Road Baptist Church. She married James Edward...

Martha Mae (Schilling) Sutherland, 93, Greenfield, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022. She was born on October 2, 1929, in Shelbyville to Carl and Ruth (Meloy) Schilling. Martha married her love William T. Sutherland on December 6, 1950. Martha was a tremendously loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. She co-owned Sutherland's Grocery along with her husband in New Palestine for many years before they sold the business. Alongside working at the grocery store, Martha was busy raising a family of 4 girls. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, quilting, and flower gardening. Martha regularly enjoyed playing rummy with her...

Steven B. "Steve" Leonard, 62, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born August 17, 1960 in Greenfield, Indiana to Donald & Margaret (Kingery) Leonard. Steve graduated from Greenfield-Central High School in 1978 and graduated from Indiana Vocational Technical College in 1986 with a degree in industrial drafting. He retired from Eli Lilly in 2018 after 38 years of service. He was presently serving as Center Township Trustee and as the Chairman of the Hancock County Republican Party. In addition, he was a Republican precinct committeeman and member of the Board of the Riley Old Home Society. His previous service includes: the Center...

Marvin Clay Collis, 69 of Knightstown, IN passed away on November 6, 2022 in Greenfield, IN. He was born on June 23, 1953 to the late Melvin Ray, Sr. and Helen Marie (Thurston) Collis in Indianapolis, IN. Marvin proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and stock car racing. He is survived by his 3 children, Scotty, Jason and Karla Collis; 5 grandchildren, Wesley Johnson, Aaron and Kaleb Moore, Scotty Jr. and Christopher Collis; 3 great grandchildren, Autumn, Vincent Moore and Scotty III, Collis; 8 siblings, Melvin, Norman, Myron, Ray, David, Jay, Elvin and Carey Collis; family members, Catherine Collis and Makayla...

Lois Mae Steele, age 96 of McCordsville, Indiana passed away October 26, 2022, at Westminster Village North. She was born November 24, 1925, in Elwood, Indiana to the late Marshall L. and Mabel M. (Booth) Tyler. Lois was a 1944 graduate of New Palestine High School and a 1949 graduate of St. Vincent's Nursing School. She married Richard Steele on October 1, 1948. Together they established their home and raised their family in Hancock County. Prior to her retirement, Lois was a Registered Nurse from 1963 until 1978 at Hancock Memorial Hospital. She was an 80-year member of Amity United Methodist Church. She was devoted to her church and was actively involved as a member and a bible...

Tonya Renee Bullock, 49, of Indianapolis, Indiana joined the Lord on Friday, October 21, 2022. Tonya was born June 28, 1973, in Washington, Indiana. She is the daughter of Ronald Bullock and Ingrid Franklin Mielke, both of Indianapolis. She was the oldest of three children and spent her childhood in Loogootee, Indiana before beginning high school in Indianapolis, where her family relocated. Tonya was a loving and compassionate daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who shared her kindness with the world. She has the most generous heart and could light up your soul with her laughter. Tonya's sense of humor kept a smile on everyone's face. Tonya was a 1991 graduate of Scecina Memorial High...

Tonya Renee Bullock, 49, of Indianapolis, Indiana joined the Lord on Friday, October 21, 2022. Tonya was born June 28, 1973, in Washington, Indiana. She is the daughter of Ronald Bullock and Ingrid Franklin Mielke, both of Indianapolis. She was the oldest of three children and spent her childhood in Loogootee, Indiana before beginning high school in Indianapolis, where her family relocated. Tonya was a loving and compassionate daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who shared her kindness with the world. She has the most generous heart and could light up your soul with her laughter. Tonya's sense of humor kept a smile on everyone's face. Tonya was a 1991 graduate of Scecina Memorial High...

Frances A. "Fran" Schowengerdt, age 75 of Greenfield passed away October 18, 2022, at Hancock Health. She was born July 9, 1947, in Indianapolis to the late Miles W. and Mary E. (Vandivier) Payne. Fran was a 1965 graduate of Howe High School. She then married her loving husband John Schowengerdt on June 18, 1966. Fran was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to spend time at the beach, but above all she loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Prior to retiring, Fran worked at Bradley UMC Preschool and Hallmark. She is survived by her husband, John; daughters, Nichole (David) Lyon, and Ashley (Jonathan) Brown; grandchildren, Victoria (Wesley) Addleman,...

Loretta Lee Wells, age 51 of Shirley passed away October 13, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 1, 1970, in Celina, Tennessee to the late Paul and Lillian (Johnson) Smith. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed shopping, visiting the Casino and looking for lucky four-leaf clovers. More than anything else she enjoyed spending time with her grandbabies. Loretta is survived by her husband, Danny Wells of Shirley; sons, Danny (Crystal) Wells, Jr., and Dylan Wells; grandchildren, Alexis, and Danny Wells, III; and siblings, Toni Johnson, Margaret McKeeman, and Tonya Caupp. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Please...

Doris (Howard) Mayhew, age 97, of Greenfield passed away peacefully on October 13, 2022, at Springhurst Health Campus while surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 30, 1925, in Lakeland, Florida to the late William and Naoma (Clay) Howard and lived much of her childhood in Olive Hill, Kentucky. Doris was a longtime resident of Greenfield and was beloved by her church family at Hancock Reformed Baptist Church. She is survived by her children; Teresa (Stephen) Holler, Donna (Thomas) Scott, Delores (David) Johnson, James (Luann) Mayhew, and Ralph (Trina) Mayhew; fifteen grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren. Doris is preceded in death by her...

Makenna Grace Decker, 39, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2022. She was born on April 12, 1983, in Indianapolis to Steve and Janet (Doll) Decker. Makenna attended both Greenfield Central and Franklin Central High Schools. Makenna was a tremendously loving daughter, mother, sister, cousin, niece, aunt, and friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. In her younger years, Makenna was a very talented gymnast from the age of 3 until the age of 16. She had a true passion for hair styling, photographing everything and everyone, and could be found shopping often. She volunteered at The Landing and loved spending time with family. Makenna attended Brandywine...

Marie Candace Wright, 34, fought an extremely courageous battle against cancer before her passing on September 24, 2022. Marie was born on March 24, 1988, in Greenfield to Larry Wayne and Mary Lorraine (Brickles) Wright. She is a 2007 graduate of Greenfield Central High School. Marie also attended the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville where upon she wanted to pursue a degree in psychology. Marie worked as a cashier for all of Greenfield's Speedway gas stations and convenience stores as well as the one in Knightstown for over 10 years. She loved arts and crafts and excelled in planning parties. She enjoyed crocheting, watching anime, and baking deserts. Her favorite...

Thomas Michael Mack, 78, of Wilkinson, IN passed away on September 21, 2022 at his residence. He was born to the late George Brody Jr. and Irma (Rode) Mack on June 23, 1944, in Beech Grove. He married his wife of 56 years, Pamela K. (Prescott) Mack on May 13, 1966. Thomas retired from General Motors after a long career as a dock clerk. His family owned 6M Ranch and a horse tack store, and he was very involved with Indiana High School Rodeo. He is survived by his wife, Pamela; his son Chad (Lauri) Mack; daughter Barbee (Robert) Guzman; brother, Dennis (Dina) Mack; grandchildren Chandra, Chelsea, Taylor, and Corynn; great-grandchildren Kacie and Mia; and several nephews. Friends may...

Patty Marie (Wood) Sweet, 63, passed September 15, 2022. She was born January 1, 1959, in Indianapolis to Dennis and Veda (Irelan) Wood. She attended John Marshall High School. Patty was the owner-operator of Patty's Hoosier Connection in Indianapolis. She also bartended at additional Indianapolis bars. Patty enjoyed taking vacations to Florida, fishing, boating, watching her brother and others drag race, keeping a tidy yard, going out to eat, and shopping. She loved orange roses, country music, and Harley Davidson. She was a member of Central Avenue United Methodist Church. Patty is survived by her loving husband, Rick Sweet of nearly 14 years; children, Melissa (Anthony)...

Patty Marie (Wood) Sweet, 63, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 1, 1959, in Indianapolis to Dennis and Veda (Irelan) Wood. She attended John Marshall High School in Indianapolis. Patty was a tremendously loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. Patty was the owner-operator of Patty's Hoosier Connection in Indianapolis. She also bartended at additional Indianapolis bars. Patty enjoyed taking vacations to Florida, fishing, boating, watching her brother and others drag race, keeping a tidy yard, going out to eat, and shopping. She loved orange roses as well as...

Dennis Keith Redmon, age 55 of Fairland passed away at his home September 11, 2022. He was born December 18, 1966, in Indianapolis to Sidney and Gloria "Bonnie" Redmon. Dennis was a graduate of Triton Central High School. Dennis was a kind man who never met a stranger or passed by anyone in need. He is survived by his mother; Gloria "Bonnie" Redmon, sister; Angie (Andrew) Alexander, sister- in-law; Kim Redmon, nieces and nephews; Ashley (Jeff) Pass, Shelby (Brian) Redmon, Nick (Mackenzie) Redmon; grand-nephew; Leon, aunts; Maria Fay Offutt, and Marion Kay Ferguson. Dennis is preceded in death by his father; Sidney Redmon and brother; Danny Redmon. Friends may call from Noon until...

Janet Katherine Holden, 85, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2022. She was born July 19, 1937, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to William Cleo and Katherine Lucille (Beaven) Holden. Janet was affectionally known to many as "Mama" or "Grandma Janet." She was a prominent member of Shares, Inc., Greenfield as well as the Candlelite Group Home, Greenfield. Janet could light up a room with her infectious demeanor, smile, and loving personality. She was sweet and innocent. Her care for others was above all. She cherished her close friends, Kenny Estelle, Mary Hugill, Rosie Frederick, and her late best friend, Aggie Hunt. She loved to dance. Janet participated in Special...

John Willits Freed, 78, Carmel, Indiana, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at IU Health North. John was born on September 6, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Edwin Alfred and Elveda (Brick) Freed. John attended the Carnegie Institute of Technology in Pittsburg, PA, from the fall of 1962 to the summer of 1964. He then joined the U.S. Navy from October 1964 and respectfully served until July 1970. He was on several ships, including the Constellation. He spent time in Spain, the Philippines, as well as Italy. John worked as a field engineer for the Naval Aviation Engineering Service Unit from July 1971 to August 1988. He was also an electronic technician at the...

"And when great souls die, after a period peace blooms..." Joellen 'Jody' (Ritter) Smith left this life on the morning of September 5, 2022. She was born on May 3, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Richard and Jorita (Kernal) Ritter. The eldest of seven children, she will remain a cherished daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend. She was a lifetime member of St. Michael Catholic Church and the Rosary Guild. After a dedicated 30-year career with Eli Lilly and Company, she retired and enjoyed playing cards every Tuesday at St. Michael's, serving her community, and participating in Red Hat Society gatherings. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Jon R....

Joyce Howard Petry, age 100 passed away Friday, August 26, 2022, at Golden Living Center, Brandywine. She was born November 27, 1921, in Hartzell, Missouri to the late Cornelius and Gladys (Gillespie) Howard. She was a graduate of Carthage High School and married Quentin Petry on December 20, 1941. Prior to her retirement in 1988, Joyce was the dietary supervisor at Hancock Regional Hospital. Joyce was a long-time member of the Stringtown (New Hope) Nazarene Church. She was an avid quilter, making numerous quilts for family and friends over the years and teaching her daughters to carry on the tradition. She is survived by her daughters; Karen (Robert) DeRenard, Janis (Roy) Blessinger,...