Bloomington Herald Times

John Dexter Hasler, 93, of Newberry, Indiana, passed from this life, with family by his side, on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington, Indiana. He was born on February 10, 1931 in Odon, Indiana to John Denver and Pauline (Ogden) Hasler. He married the love of his life, Wana (Peachee) Hasler on December 26, 1959. John was a US Air Force Veteran. He was a member of the Odon United Methodist Church, White River Valley Antique Association, Daviess County Fair Past-President, Past President Indiana District and County Fair, Elmore Township Treasurer Community Association, Community Director of 4-H Building, Odon American Legion Post #293, Daviess County Historical...

Barbara Carol Van Vactor Miller passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the age of 69, surrounded by her family. She was born in Plymouth, Indiana to Harold and Marjorie (Mudgie) Van Vactor. Barb graduated from Plymouth High School in 1973 and completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at Indiana University in Bloomington. While at IU she met David Miller, and they married in June of 1978. In 1979 Barb and Dave moved to Phoenix, Arizona to start a business, and in 1981 had their first child, Patrick David. Missing their families, they sold their business and moved back to Indiana, settling in Bloomington. It was then that Barb started her storied 28-year career at the IU Kelley...

Patricia A. Haynes, 84, of Greenfield passed away Friday, February 9, 2024 at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington. She was born January 12, 1940 in Middletown, OH the daughter of Roy and Helen (Sorrell) Welsh. Pat was a 1958 graduate of Spiceland High School; she attended the University of Hawaii and graduated with a degree in Nursing. Pat was a very strong independent woman raising her children while her husband was serving in the U.S. Navy, living in many locations around the United States until settling in Greenfield. She retired as Director of Nursing and ER at Hancock Regional Hospital after over 20 years of service. Family was a big part of Pat's life and she enjoyed playing cards...

Gloria Jean Pearson, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on February 7, 2024 at the Belmont Health and Rehabilitation in Columbus, Indiana. She was born December 18, 1942 in Edmonson County, Kentucky and was the daughter of Anita (Steen) Gentry and James Gentry. As a graduate of Valley High School in Jefferson County, Kentucky, Gloria was employed by various companies, most notably RCA Bloomington, Thermogas Propane, Pearson Insurance Agency, Indiana University Linguistics Department and Jefferson County School Corporation in Louisville. Throughout the years, Gloria demonstrated her boundless love for family by being a constant presence at her children and grandchildren's sports...

Martha Louise Dyal, 86, of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024 at St. Vincent Anderson. She was the daughter of Alton and Laura (Galyan) Wall. Visitation will be held from 10a.m. until 12p.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Lahm Chapel, 211 E State St., Pendleton, Indiana. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 12 p.m. at the funeral home then burial to be at Grovelawn Cemetery, 537 N Pendleton Ave, Pendleton, IN 46064.

Dorval P. Freese Chatham, a resident of Brown County, passed from this life at 9:25 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, at her home at the age of 93. Mrs. Chatham was born in Brown County, Indiana, March 22, 1930, the ninth child born to Roy and Ona Hardin Roberts. Dorval married Paul Freese; he preceded her in death in November 1980. She later married Dallace Chatham; he preceded her in death 2004. Mrs. Chatham was a 1948 graduate of Brown County High School. She had been the secretary at Beltone Hearing Care Center and she provided home care giving for many years. She was a longtime faithful member of Gnaw Bone Wesleyan Church and she was a volunteer at Columbus Regional Hospital. In her...

Judith Ann Burckle, 81, of Solsberry passed away peacefully Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Stonecroft Health Center after a long battle with dementia. Judy was born March 17, 1942 in Kenton, OH to the late Harry and Mildred Carter. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joe Carter and his wife Marge. She is survived by her husband Al, daughter Hillary Case, son-in-law Kevin Clendenien, three nephews, Mike, Jon and Kevin Carter, and her dear friend Cathy Hiatt. Judy was an artist who worked in various media, marketing her work initially out of her shop in Nashville, IN and later at both retail and wholesale art fairs throughout the Eastern U.S. Her art, often whimsical,...

MaKayla Nichole Sexton passed away peacefully at the early age of 23, on January 7, 2024, after a battle with Leukemia, with her family and her fianc? by her side. MaKayla was born on March 23, 2000, in Greenfield, Indiana to Dianna Adams and the late Marc Jones, who passed away when MaKayla was only two months old. She was raised in a loving home with her mother Dianna, her dad Jason Adams, and her two brothers Trevor Sexton and Hunter Adams. MaKayla attended school in Greenfield, Indiana and graduated from Greenfield Central High School. She studied at both Ivy Tech and IU in Bloomington, and Rasmussen University in Orlando Florida, where she obtained her associate degree in nursing....

Florence Ann Lawson, 85, of Pendleton, passed away on January 4, 2024. Florence was born on July 22, 1938 in Anderson, IN to the late Charles and Marie (Taufner) Dillenbeck. She was married to Lindy K. Lawson for 54 years before his passing in 2016. After graduating from Pendleton High School, she attended and graduated from St. Johns Holy Cross Nursing School with her associate degree. Florence practiced as a registered nurse from 1959 until 1995. In Pendleton she worked with both Dr. McLaughlin and Dr. Begley. She continued her nursing career in Bloomington for Dr. Ratz until she retired in 1995. Florence found her spiritual home at Harrodsburg United Methodist Church and Pendleton United...

Steven Leroy Norton, age 76 of Bloomington, passed away on January 3, 2024 at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. Steven was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 15, 1947, son of the late Leroy and Patricia (Sparrow) Norton. He attended local schools, and played on the high school basketball team. After graduation, Steve proudly served in the US Navy. After completing overseas deployments to Vietnam and Italy, he was honorably discharged having attained the rank of Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class. Steve was a devout Christian who would carry his Bible with him wherever he went. He was a member of the Lifeway Baptist Church community. He also had made many friends at Evergreen Village. Steven is...

Carolyn Anderson Wetzel, aged 73, was born on July 12, 1950, and passed away on December 31, 2023. She spent most of her life in Salem, Indiana, before moving to Bloomington, Indiana, in 2002. Carolyn graduated from Salem High School in 1968. She served the community of Salem by delivering meals for the Senior Center for many years, followed by working at the Salem Crossing Nursing Home (formerly known as The Heritage House). Upon Moving to Bloomington to be closer to family, she worked in the Bloomington Hospital cafeteria until she retired. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, companion, and friend, Carolyn's life was committed to her family. She was preceded in death by her...

Marion Crum, 92, Franklin passed December 17, 2023. Celebration of Life service, January 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Compass Park Community Center, Franklin with visitation from 1:00 p.m. to service time. Please visit www.flinnmaguire.net for full obituary

Gary L. Fisher, 82, of Martinsville, Indiana, passed away with family by his side on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at IU Health West Hospital in Avon, Indiana. He was born in Linton, Indiana on November 20, 1941, to Henry L. and Lillian F. (Gabbard) Fisher. Gary married the love of his life, Brenda M. (Minella) Fisher on June 15, 1962, celebrating over 60 years together. Gary was a Computer Programmer for CACI, retiring with 30 years of service. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles, social media, Game Show Network, pizza and especially his beloved family. Family left to cherish his memory include daughter, Toni (Paul) Ford of Martinsville, IN; sons, Todd (Wendy Morgan) Fisher of DeBary, FL...

Ceber Simpson passed away November 24th, 2023. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Palmer Funeral Home, Bubb Chapel in Mishawaka and Flanner-Buchanan Funeral Home in Indianapolis. Visitation at Palmer Funeral Home, Bubb Chapel, on Wed, Nov 29th from 4 - 8 pm. Funeral Fri, Dec 1st at Flanner-Buchannan Washington Park East at 3 PM, with visitation 2 hours prior.

Jon Michael Winkler, 79, husband of Janet Brown Winkler, passed away peacefully at his home in Versailles, KY, on Nov. 17, 2023. Born June 17, 1944 in Ellettsville, IN, Jon was the son of Clara "Dot" Harris Winkler of Ellettsville, IN and the late Howard Winkler. Jon was a Freemason for over 52 years. He belonged to Lodge #245 in Ellettsville, IN and was a past Master of Buford Lodge #494 in Midway, KY. Jon loved to travel with Janet and enjoyed watching Nascar and the Indy 500 Race. He was also an avid reader, he liked to listen to music and play cards with his friends. Jon was a hard worker receiving several awards for selling cars and financing through Glenn Nissan. His goal was to work...

Mrs. Tanya Sue Whaley Yarling, age 65, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated nurse, of Hanover, Indiana, was born on November 24, 1957, in Bloomington, Indiana, to Harold Robert and Alice Louise Hall Whaley. Tanya spent her formative years in the close-knit community of Whitehall, Indiana, alongside her brother and sister, and attended the Salem Separate Baptist Church. She graduated from Owen Valley Community High School in 1975. She received her nursing education and training at Marion College, Ivy Tech Community College, and Indiana Wesleyan University, marking the beginning of her path towards a career in nursing that would bring solace and care to countless lives. Throughout her...

Harriet Jean Fulton (Preston) 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on October 17, 2023. She was born on February 16, 1928 to Harry and Margaret Preston of Muncie Indiana. She is survived by her brother Robert (Bob) Preston, her children Julie (Bill) Orme, Michael (Lori) Fulton, and Amy Jonson. Grandchildren; Nathan (Stacey) Orme, Sara (Robert) Hughes, John (Elizabeth) Morgan, Jarrett Crites, Katie Fulton, Cassie (Matt) Oliver, Nick Jonson, Ben Jonson, Tyler (Kristina) Fulton, Emily (Kyle) Genter, Audrey Fulton and ten great grandchildren. Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Fulton, her son, Matthew Fulton, her daughter Patricia Crites and...

Kenneth V. Brashaber, 93, of Rushville, passed away October 15, 2023 in Rushville. Kenneth was born January 25, 1930 in Bloomington to Ivan H. & Mary Elizabeth (Edwards) Brashaber. He was a 1947 graduate of Bloomington High School, 1951 graduate of Purdue University with a BS in Agriculture and his MS in Agriculture from Purdue University in 1956. He was a founding member of the Purdue chapter of the FarmHouse Fraternity. He served in the US Air Force in 1952-1953 and was discharged as a 1st Lieutenant. He married his high school sweetheart, Catherine "Katie" (Wright) on June 26, 1950 and she preceded him in death on February 2, 2002. Kenneth married Charlotte (Curry) Daniel on...

Jerrell Dean Holtsclaw, 83, of Switz City, Indiana, passed from this life, on Sunday, October 8, 2023 with his family by his side at Greene County General Hospital in Linton. He was born on May 27, 1940 in Linton to Robert G. and Doris (Noel) Holtsclaw. Jerrell married his loving wife, Rita Jane (Roudebush) Holtsclaw, on March 14, 1959. Jerrell was an Army Indiana National Guard veteran, serving from November 1957 to March 10, 1963 before becoming a member of the Army Reserve. He was a member of the Linton First Christian Church and served 15 years (January 1980 - December 1995) on the Switz City Town Council. Jerrell was a 50+ year member of the Grant-Fairplay Fire Department where he...

Jack L. Hendricks, 91, of Indianapolis, passed away on October 3, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on September 26, 1932, in Bloomington. Jack was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He is survived by his daughter, Lynn Hendricks, his son, Douglas Hendricks, his sister, Judith Walters, and his brothers, Jerry Davis and John Davis. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Jacquelyn Myers Hendricks, his sister, Margueritte Kinser, and his brother, Don Hendricks. Jack attended Bloomington High School and went on to pursue a BS in Business at Indiana University. He proudly served in the US Navy and had a successful career as an accountant. Jack was also the owner of...

Robert (Bob) Wayne Sims, 80, of Bloomington, IN, passed away on September 27, 2023 in Indianapolis after a battle with cancer. He was born March 21, 1943 in Greenfield, IN, to Wayne Fender and Dorotha Mae (Miller) Sims. Bob grew up on his family's farm, helping his father in the fields when he was old enough to drive the Allis Chalmer tractor. He and his older sister, Barbara, both helped care for the chickens, garden, & cattle. Bob was a 1961 graduate of Hancock Central High School and a 1965 graduate of Anderson College. While at Anderson College, he met the love of his life, Carolyn Jean Egelston, and they married on May 28, 1966. After completing his education, Bob taught math at...