Journal Review

Evelyn Irene Hensley-Williams, 94 of Ladoga passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Evelyn was born in Harlen County, Kentucky on November 4, 1927, to her the late Lewis and Suzie Hensley. She married her love of her life, John E. Williams from Kentucky on December 28, 1945, and together they had seven boys and seven girls. Evelyn loved going to watch her children and grandchildren play sports, sitting on her front porch surrounded by her beautiful flowers but most of all she just enjoyed spending time with all her family! Evelyn is survived by her children; Sue (Max) Woodall of Crawfordsville, Barbara (Jim) Carpenter of Ladoga, Roger Williams of...

Stephen "Steve" Harry Wolfe 58 of Crawfordsville, Indiana passed away September 22, 2021. He was born July 2, 1963, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Steve's first job was at the omelet shop in Indianapolis in the early 80's. He also worked at Safeway as a meat cutter and a cashier. He later worked at a steel mill in Indianapolis. He was married to Renice (Gray) Stepro and Jane (Wolfe). Although Steve did not have any biological children of his own, he gained four children during the marriages. He was considered a bonus dad to Jacqueline Fields, Cody O'haver and Tim Montany, Megan Weaver. Steve considered himself as a self-claimed grandfather to four, an uncle to several nieces, nephews and...

Thomas Burton Strader, 83, Roachdale, passed away surrounded by his family September 10, 2021. Tom was born October 2, 1937, in Indianapolis, to the late William Burton and Bertha Jewell (Kelly) Strader. He married Joyce (Stevens) on April 7, 1956, and she survives. Tom graduated from George Washington High School and proudly served in the United States Army. Tom joined the Indiana State Police on August 1, 1957 and served the citizens of Indiana as a State Trooper until his retirement on October 31, 1992. Not one to sit still, Tom enjoyed a retirement job driving for Thrifty Car Rental. Tom was a longtime member of Harvest Fellowship, the Indiana State Police Alliance, and the Greensburg...

Janis "Jan" Faye Fletcher July 5, 1951 - August 27, 2021 Jan, 70, of Crawfordsville, passed away on August 27, 2021 at Lane House Nursing Home. She was the third of five children born in Greencastle, Indiana to Raymond Victor and Georgia Mae (Wolven) Surber. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Dan. She graduated from Roachdale High School in 1969 and Freed-Hardman University in 1971 with her associates degree. She married her husband, David Simpson Fletcher, on March 12, 1972. She was a devout Christian, a member of the Englewood Dr. Church of Christ in Crawfordsville. She was a loving stay-at-home mother to her five children. She later became the office manager for...

Gerald "Jerry" Stillings, 76 of Mulberry passed away peacefully June 29, 2021 following a severe stroke. Jerry was born December 9, 1944 in Crawfordsville, Indiana as the only child of Harold and Mildred (Cunningham) Stillings. He graduated from Crawfordsville High School in 1963 and graduated cum laude from Purdue University with a Bachelor's of Science in Wildlife Management in 1968. He served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971, entering Utah State University after his honorable discharge, where he was elected to Xi Sigma Pi and earned his Master's Degree in Fisheries Biology, with a minor in Water Quality Control, in 1973. Jerry married Nicki Sutton on August 12, 1967, in Mulberry. ...

Barbara A. (Casper) Reisner passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, May 24, 2021 in Centennial, CO. She was born in Cannelton, IN on October 30, 1943. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred J. and Etta B. (Gabbert) Casper, and sister Mary Casper. She graduated from North High School in Evansville, Indiana in 1961 and received both bachelor's and master's degrees from Indiana State University. Barbara taught 36 years in elementary education in Terre Haute, Crawfordsville, and North Montgomery School Corporation retiring in 2005 to spend time with her beloved family and friends. "Babs", as she was lovingly called since childhood, was a member of First...

Adrienne "Adie" C. Hust,77, of Hillsboro, Indiana went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 12,2021. Adie was born on December 23,1943 to the late Joseph C. Jr. and Louise Eichelberger Monso in Port Arthur, Texas. Adie married Jack D. Hust on July 9,1961 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Soon after they married, Jack was drafted into the service. Adie joined Jack in Hawaii. Eventually making their way back to Indianapolis, they settled down. Years later Adie had 2 daughters. Adie is survived by her husband of 59 years, Jack; daughters, Marcia E. Hust and Maggie L. Estes (Jay); grandchildren Matthew Estes, Logan Estes (girlfriend Adrian Stroud), Nickolas Rackemann, Abigail Estes (boyfriend Alex...

Rita Ann (Pruitt) Guffey, 69, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Woodland Hills Care Center in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Rita was a homemaker and loved to sew, quilt and craft. Rita was born in 1951 to the late Martin Pruitt and Jo Ann (Steele) Pruitt in Crawfordsville, Indiana. On June 26, 1976, Rita married William Robert Guffey who survives. Rita is also survived by her son William D. (Samantha) Guffey; brothers, Richard Pruitt and Bob Pruitt; and sister Sue Foy. She was preceded in death by her parents. Family and friends may call on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Voss & Sons Funeral Service from 9am until time of service at 10:30am. Funeral service will be held at Voss...

Max Dean Blackmore, 84, of Coatesville, IN passed away Friday, March 19, 2021 at Hendrick Regional Health Hospital in Danville, IN. Max was born in Danville, IN on December 10, 1936, a son of the late John M. and Mary B. (Montgomery) Blackmore. He married the love of his life, Darlen Shillings in October of 1956. Max worked at Allison's Plant 5 and retired from there after 30 years. He and his wife were antique dealers for over 60 years, operating Darlen's Collection Antique Store in Greencastle for their final 21 years in business. In his free time, he always loved to hunt mushrooms and go fishing. He enjoyed travelling and loved his yearly trips with his granddaughter. He lived his...

Kelly Lee Mikesell, 48, of Martinsville, passed away Tuesday, March 16th, 2021. He was born July 21st, 1972 in Crawfordsville to his parents, Ernest and Martha L. (Williams) Mikesell, where he resided for 25 years. He was a resident of Martinsville for 15 years. Kelly is survived by his wife, Christy Mikesell; two daughters: Brianna Gann of Indianapolis and Alexis Mikesell of Indianapolis; two sons: Jarred Cool of Greenfield and Trace Mikesell of Martinsville; two grandchildren: Marlayna and Jackson; and one sister, Ellen Mikesell of Greencastle. Kelly is preceded in death by both of his parents. Kelly was a 1990 graduate of Crawfordsville High School. He was a Paramedic and Firefighter...

Gary Needham, 68, of New Ross, passed away March 12, 2021 at his residence. Gary was born to Harold Laverne and Mary Ellen (Ross) Needham in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Gary graduated from New Ross High School in 1970. He retired from Chevrolet after over 25 years of service. He enjoyed gardening, playing cards (euchre) and spending time with his friends, making people laugh and creating lasting memories. Gary is survived by one son, Rob Needham (married to Trish) of Kirksville, Missouri, his mother, Mary Ellen Needham, and brothers, James Needham, Michael Needham, and Kevin Needham. All services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Porter & St. Pierre Funeral...

Shirley Marilyn Miles Weaver, 81 of Canton, Georgia passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones. Per her wishes there will be no formal service however, her ashes will later be interred at Cherokee Memorial Park in Canton, Georgia. Shirley was born January 9, 1940 at her home in Waveland, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late Ernest Floyd and Nellie Gertrude Mitchell Miles. Shirley retired from Shenandoah Growers in Harrisonburg, Virginia where she worked as a bookkeeper. She took great joy spending time with her family and friends whose lives were brightened by her beautiful smile. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Wayne Weaver,...

Stephanie (Laffoon) Rexroat, 48, of Indianapolis passed away February 6, after a brief battle with leukemia. She was born in Lafayette, IN on March 1, 1972 to Dean and Jodie Laffoon. Stephanie graduated from North Montgomery High School in 1990. She was magna cum laude when she earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in April 2015. She married Ed Rexroat in May 2014. They loved to travel and were avid Colts and Notre Dame football fans. She was a Contract Consultant at Roche Diagnostics where she worked since 2001. Her true passion was giving to others. She volunteered at Ronald McDonald House, Dress for Success, God's Bounty and Zoe's Bone Marrow Buddies. Stephanie...

Marilyn J. "Waye" Stoneham, 75, of Largo, FL, went home to be with the LORD at 1:00 PM Tuesday, January 26, at Suncoast Hospice Pinellas Park, Florida after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. She was born April 19, 1945 in Crawfordsville, Indiana to Forrest G. and Willetta (Wilson) Waye. Marilyn was a retired Administrative Assistant (AA) from Honeywell International, Clearwater, FL. She also worked as an AA at Purdue University, law firms in Lafayette, Indiana and in Dunedin, Florida, and she was a 1963 graduate of Crawfordsville High School, Indiana. She is survived by her husband Peter G. Stoneham, her sons Devon Elkin, Arvada, Colorado and Chad Elkin, Oldsmar, Florida, her...

It is with unimaginable sadness that we announce the death of our beloved daughter, Breanna "Bree" Lynn Wilson, age 22 from Jamestown, Indiana. Breanna gained her angel wings at her home surrounded by her parents; Troy and Trudie, and her brothers; Jeremy and TJ, on January 22, 2021. Bree fought her battle with brain cancer as a fierce warrior with dignity and grace. She was a shining, bright light inspiring many people with her vibrant personality, kindness, strength, and unwavering faith in God, despite the incredibly unfair circumstances life dealt her. She had a love for animals, especially her adorable cat Ellie, loved to dance, had incredible friendships, loved photography and loved...

Frank David Endicott, "Pappy", 86, lifelong Montgomery County resident, went to be with the Lord December 16, 2020. Mr. Endicott was born November 5, 1934, in Crawfordsville, to the late Virgil and Frances (Jackman) Endicott. He married Donna Mae (Adams) Endicott on October 10, 1954, and she survives. Frank graduated from Crawfordsville High School in 1952. He worked early on for 15 years at A & P Supermarket. He then devoted 27 years of service at RR Donnelley, followed by 10 years at Fuji Film. Needless to say, Frank had a strong work ethic. He also had a love for cars that provided a nice opportunity for him to enjoy a retirement job driving vehicles for various local car...

Graveside services for Marian Jean Nelson Doubet formerly of Darlington, Indiana will be conducted on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Darlington. Online condolences, www.morgan-nay.com

Mrs. Marian Jean "GG" Nelson Doubet, age 96, of Madison, Indiana entered this life on August 28, 1924 in Galva, Illinois. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Myrtle Anderson Nelson. She was raised in Galva and graduated in 1942 from Galva High School. She then attended the University of Illinois where she met her future husband. On August 10, 1944 she was united in marriage to Charles J. Doubet in Galva, Illinois. This happy union of 57 years was blessed with a daughter, Diana and a son, Stephen. Charles was inducted into the United States Army and after returning home the family settled on a farm in 1951 in Darlington, Indiana and this would be where she raised her family. Marian...

Corny P. Gossett, 86, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020 at MHP Medical Center. She was born in a log cabin in Fillmore, IN on July 6, 1934. She graduated from Fillmore High School in 1952. She also earned a degree from Indiana Business College. Corny worked in human resources at ATAPCO in Crawfordsville, IN where she retired in 1991. She loved singing, playing cards, and her keyboard. Corny had a love for professional sports, especially football. She also had a passion for pictures. That could be seen by looking at the walls inside of her home. She enjoyed making greeting cards for family and friends for birthdays, holidays and other special occasions. Her...

Harry D "Sonny" Miller, 77 of Jamestown, IN passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020. He was born January 21, 1943 to the late Paul and Bernice (Emmert) Miller. Sonny enjoyed dogs, drawing, helping on the farm and driving equipment. He is survived by his brother, Don Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Edward "Eddie" Miller. Family and friends will gather Wednesday, October 28, 2020, 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at the Porter & St. Pierre Funeral Home, Jamestown, IN. Sonny will be laid to rest in the Jamestown IOOF Cemetery, Jamestown, IN. Due to state and federal mandates, face coverings will be required for those in...

Connie Lee Alward, 89, of Monrovia, passed away on October 18, 2020. Connie was born April 7, 1931, in Fountain County, to the late Arista and Sadie (Duchene) Alward. He married Delores Shumaker on November 5, 1955; who preceded him in death on December 2, 2019. Connie proudly served for the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a lifetime member of the Greencastle VFW. Connie worked many years at IBM as a customer engineer and field engineer. He was a pilot and enjoyed flying. Connie also was a flight instructor at Greencastle Airport. He also liked to go camping, traveling, computers, but most of all spending time with his grandchildren. Connie will be greatly missed...