March 14, 2010Olga Beymas May July 24, 1924 — March 10, 2010 Olga Beymas May, of Bloomington, IN, went to be with the Lord, March 10, 2010, at her residence. She was 85 years young. Born July 24, 1924, in Estonia, she was the daughter of Ivan Antonovich Beymas and Polina Peregudova Beymas. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Robert D. May. Her four children: Michael A. Abbott of Hilton Head Island, SC; Lydia A. Russell and husband James of Mitchell, IN; Randy D. May and wife Shelley of Austin, TX; and Deborah J. May and partner Patricia Cote of Tijeras, NM. Her grandchildren: Robert H. Berentes and wife Susan of Seymour, IN, Lauren M. Berentes of Indianapolis, IN, Mariah Shaw and husband Kevin of Bedford, IN, and Joshua Russell and wife Jayme of Bedford, IN. One sister, Ludmila Kislik and her niece, Elena Kuznetsova of Eaton, Ohio, and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Olga was preceded in death by her father and mother, two sisters Lydia Pimenova and Antonina Grachova all from Rostov on the Don, Russia, and her first husband, Lt. Col. Argyle Campbell Abbott. Olga was a prisoner of war survivor. She touched many hearts in her life’s journey; she was a strong and courageous woman. A heartfelt that you to Dr. David Joyce and his staff; you were a tremendous joy. A family memorial service has been held for her celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution to Bloomington Hospice who made a positive impact on our lives. Avery F. New Avery F. New, 86, of Oolitic, died Saturday. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Monday at Day & Carter Mortuary. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the mortuary. Henry C. Osborne Henry C. Osborne, 78, of Mitchell, died Friday. Arrangements are pending at Chastain Funeral Home. March 12, 2010Carl E. Reynolds May 10, 1932 — Mar. 11, 2010 Carl Eugene “Gene” Reynolds, 77, Mitchell, passed away at 3:55 a.m. Thursday at Bedford Regional Medical Center. Born May 10, 1932, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Robert L. and Martha (Ball) Reynolds. He and his twin brother were reared in the home of his maternal grandparents, George and Mary Ball. On January 27, 1951, he married his childhood sweetheart, Eleda Madge Watterson. Gene retired from Carpenter Body Works with 46 years of service and was also employed at Spring Mill State Park. He served 20 years on the Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees and attended Sherwood Oaks Christian Church in Bloomington. He played basketball and baseball four years at Huron High School and graduated in 1950. His hobbies included gardening and plowing many gardens, carpentry, and woodworking. A U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War, he served in the 300 Field Artillery — “Cowboy Cannoneers.” He was a member of the Cecil C. Martin American Legion Post No. 250 and the Honor Guard, and Marvin R. Davis Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107. Long time Army buddies of Gene’s, Bryce Gehrmann, lives in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Jerry Hurta, is deceased. Survivors include his wife, Eleda Madge Reynolds of Mitchell; a son, Danny Eugene Reynolds and wife Ada of Mitchell; a daughter, Janice Diane Reynolds of Mitchell; and a sister, Maxine Wright of Charlotte, N.C. His parents; daughter, Martha Jean Reynolds; and twin brother, Paul Lee Reynolds, preceded him in death. Funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday in the Mitchell High School Auditorium. A graveside service will at 10 a.m. Monday at Mitchell Cemetery with military honors accorded by American Legion Post No. 250 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107. Friends may call from 2 p.m. until the service on Sunday at Mitchell High School. Honorary Casketbearers: Luther Kern, John Lantis, Jim Oswalt, Steve Phillips, Chris Shaw, Phil Storm, and Jim Wheat. Casketbearers: Paul Dobson, Scott Ferguson, Mitch Fields, Brian Fults, Danny Reynolds, and Sean Vandeventer. Memorial Gifts: Mitchell Community Schools Scholarship Foundation Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Joseph J. Blendowski Oct. 15, 1929 — Mar. 11, 2010 Joseph J. Blendowski, 80, 1804 15th Street, Bedford, died at 4:20 a.m. on Thursday at his residence. Born Oct. 15, 1929, in Buffalo, N.Y., he was the son of John J. and Frances (Mrowezynski) Blendowski. He married Jean L. Evans and she survives. After school, he joined the Marine Corps. He served for six years, ending his tour at NWSC Crane. He worked at Stone City Construction for 30 years and retired from W.L. Thomas in 1994. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 181 for 55 years. Survivors include his wife, of 59 years, Jean; a daughter, Martha Arnold and husband Bill of Mitchell; three sons, Vince Blendowski and wife Judy of Orange Park, Fla., John Blendowski and wife Debbie of Washington, and Jim Blendowski and companion Evie of Mitchell; grandchildren, Jennifer McNeely, Michelle Roush, Tracey Bogue, Tara Leatherman, Jennie Blendowski, Mark Blendowski, Joe Blendowski, Bryan Burkhart, Brandi Goodreau and Jalynn Blackwell; great-grandchildren, Madison McNeely, Olivia Varvel, Gabby McNeely, Jake Stroud, Kaley Roush, Collin Roush, Ellie Roush, Jasmine Jackson, Justin Jackson, Jordon Jackson, Luke Burkhart, Ashley Burkhart, Max Goodreau, Sadi Goodreau and Vander Blendowski; a sister, Alice Zywiczynski of Sloan, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Thaddeus, Henry and Edwin Blendowski. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Sunday in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Bill Graham officiating. Burial will follow in the Green Hill Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded at the graveside by members of the Cecil C. Martin Post No. 250 American Legion. Pallbearers are: Cody Roush, Cory Leatherman, Bryan Burkhart, Joe Blendowski, Mark Blendowski and Denver McNeely. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday at the mortuary. The family asks that friends consider memorial contributions be made the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Joseph at www.daycarter.com. Mary O. Gross Mar. 4, 1922 — Mar. 11, 2010 Mary O. Gross, 88, Campbellsburg, former resident of Mitchell, passed away at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Mitchell Manor Living and Rehabilitation Center. Born March 4, 1922, in Kokomo, she was the daughter of Omer and Iva (Lennington) Games. She married Harry Gross Aug. 14, 1938, and he preceded her in death Sept. 7, 1976. She had been employed at Roberts Brass and was a member of the Salem Rebekah Lodge No. 188, and Mitchell Senior Citizens. Survivors include a son, George Gross of Indianapolis; a daughter, Sue Westfall of Orleans; her companion, Jerry Bierly of Campbellsburg; grandchildren, Melissa McIntyre, Michelle Bruska, Jeff Gross, Gary Gross, Kathy Gross, and Jimmy Patton; and eight great-grandchildren Her parents; husband; brothers, John Games and Russell Games; sister, May Wolski; and granddaughter, Deanna Sipes, preceded her in death. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home with Brother Darrin Chastain officiating. Burial will be in Lawrenceport Cemetery. Friends may call from noon until the service on Monday at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Romar O. Reuter June 3, 1926 — March 10, 2010 Romar O. Reuter, 83, of Springville, died Wednesday. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the Day & Carter Mortuary with Brother Roscoe Godsey and Brother Alan Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in the Springville West Cemetery with military rites. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the mortuary. Lillian Browning Oct. 1, 1926 — March 4, 2010 Lillian (Medlock) Browning, 84, Miami, Fla., formerly of Bedford, died Thursday at North Shore Hospital in Miami. Funeral service will be in Miami at the Florida Funeral Home and Crematory. Annabelle Clements Annabelle Clements, 90, Mitchell, died Thursday at Dunn Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at Chastain Funeral Home. March 11, 2010Marcia Baker Feb. 7, 1944 — March 8, 2010 Marcia (Jenkins) Baker, 66, of Westminster, Md., formerly of Mitchell, passed away on Monday after a brief fight with cancer. Born Feb. 7, 1944, in Bedford, she was the daughter of William and Mary Frances (Hardman) Jenkins. She graduated from Mitchell High School in 1962, was a member of Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Tri Kappa, and attended the Mitchell Presbyterian Church. Marcia was the beloved mother of Michelle and Brent Baker. She was also the devoted grandmother of Cameron and Carson Baker, sister of Jim and Mary Ann Jenkins of Bedford, and Dan and Michelle Jenkins of Bedford, and mother-in-law to Pam Baker of Winchester, W.Va, and Mike Levine of Westminster, Md; she was a special aunt to Michael, Brian, Mark, Jesse and Matthew Jenkins, and a great-aunt to Blake, Brock, Hailey, and Austin Jenkins. She is also survived by Hardman cousins. Marcia was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Gary Baker of Winter Spring, Fla. She always had a quick smile, a kind word and a gentle touch for all who knew her. She will be sorely missed and we will carry her graceful spirit with us always. A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Saturday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until the service. Memorial Gifts: Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Romar Reuter Romar Reuter, 83, of Springville, died Wednesday at Bloomington Hospital. Arrangements are pending at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Joseph Blendowski Joseph Blendowski, 80, of Bedford, died today at his residence. Arrangements are pending at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Carl E. Reynolds Carl E. Reynolds, 77, Mitchell, passed away at 3:55 a.m. today, at Bedford Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending at Chastain Funeral Home. March 10, 2010Della M. Knight Nov. 24, 1938 — March 9, 2010 Della Marie Knight, 71, of Mitchell, formerly of Bedford, passed away at 11:47 a.m. Tuesday at Mitchell Manor Living and Rehabilitation Center. Born Nov. 24, 1938, in Lawrence County, she was the daughter of Ottis and Roxie Irene (York) Dixon. She married David Kent Knight July 10, 1963, and he preceded her in death Aug. 19, 1996. She had been employed at Dana Corporation and was a member of the Apostolic Faith Assembly in Bedford. Surviving are a daughter, Deborah A. Apple and husband Scott of Orleans; grandchildren, Jeremy Staggs, Michael Edwards, Amanda Edwards, and Victoria Apple; brothers, Larry Dixon of Mitchell, Phillip Dixon of Paoli, Jack Russell of North Vernon, and Mike Russell and Roger Russell, both of Mitchell; and sisters, Dora Wittmer of Evansville and Becky Crosby of Mitchell. Her father; mother, Roxie Dixon Russell; brothers, Marvin Dixon, Jimmy Russell, and Bryan Russell; sister, Patricia Francis; and grandson, Bryan Edwards, preceded her in death. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home with Pastor Kenneth Allen officiating. Burial will be in Spice Valley Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. until the service on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial Gifts: Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Kathy J. Bailey March 17, 1957 — March 8, 2010 Kathy J. Bailey, 52, of Orleans, died Monday at Dunn Memorial Hospital. Born March 17, 1957, in Illinois, she was the daughter of James and Imagene (Denny) Roach. She married Mark Bailey on June 30, 1979, and he survives. She was the owner of Hoosier Histology in Orleans and a member of the Guthrie Creek Primitive Baptist Church in Norman. She was the president of the Orange County 4-H Council. Survivors include her husband, Mark of Orleans; her parents of Orleans; one daughter, Sara Terrell and husband Randy of Orleans; two sons, James and Andrew, both of Orleans; a granddaughter, Andrea Terrell; two brothers, Terry Roach of Missouri and Neal Roach of Georgia; two sisters, Sandy Adams of North Vernon and Karen Roach of Orleans. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Friday in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Brother Terry Roach officiating. Burial will follow in Guthrie Creek Primitive Baptist Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the mortuary. The family asks that friends consider memorial contributions be made to the Guthrie Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Kathy at www.daycarter.com. Kyler K. Gray March 7, 2010 — March 7, 2010 Kyler Kevin Gray, infant son of William and Tamara (Mills) Gray, passed away at 2:40 a.m. Sunday, two hours after his birth, at St. Vincent Women’s Hospital in Indianapolis. Surviving are his parents, William and Tamara Gray of Paoli; a sister, Jaden Mills at home; brother, Landon Mills at home; his grandparents, Lisa and Clifford Pruett of Orleans, Scott and Sheila Mills of Orleans, and Kim White and Jeff Cummings of Heltonville; and great-grandparents, Linda and George Fox and Norma Allbright, all of Mitchell. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Mitchell Cemetery with Brother Gerald Speer officiating. Burial will follow. Friends may call from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Friday at Chastain Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Marion M. Munger Oct. 31, 1922 — March 8, 2010 Marion M. Munger, 87, of Riverside, Ohio, passed away Monday, March 8, 2010. She was born Oct. 31, 1922, in Mitchell, the daughter of Harry F. and Beulah P. (Hancock) Munger. Marion earned her bachelor and master degrees from the University of Dayton and spent her 25-year career teaching primary school, middle school, and high school in the Dayton area. She finished her career teaching in the Bellbrook School System. She is survived by her sister, Vera Basinger of St. Louis, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Harriet Easton. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Mitchell Cemetery in Mitchell. Local arrangements are under the direction of Ferguson-Lee Haverly Chapel in Mitchell. March 08, 2010Christina M. Matlock Dec. 24, 1924 — March 6, 2010 Christina Maxine Matlock, 85, Bedford, formerly of Indianapolis, died at 11:40 p.m. Saturday at her son’s residence in Orleans. She was born Dec. 24, 1924, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Marshall and Almira Katherine (Bowman) Evans. She married Carl J. Matlock on Sept. 23, 1943, and he preceded her in death on May 15, 2007. She was a real estate broker and during World War II, she served as a secretary for the Army Air Force. She was of the Wesleyan faith and attended Faith Mission Church in Bedford, when she was able. She was saved at Westside Church of the Nazarene in Indianapolis. She served many years as youth leader for the Nazarene Indianapolis District Young People’s Society. She traveled in Evangelism, both singing and preaching for over 30 years. She was a 1943 graduate of Ben Davis High School. Survivors include two sons, Carl Kent Matlock, M.D., and wife Janet of Bedford, and the Rev. Joseph Keith Matlock and wife Charlotte of Orleans; six grandchildren, Cynthia Matlock of Bedford, Diane Survance and husband Daniel of Mitchell, David Kent Matlock, M.D., and wife Jilayne of Mitchell, Steven Matlock of Orleans, Michael Matlock and wife Kim of Mitchell and Susanne Mincer and husband Joseph of Orleans; eight great-grandchildren, Justin, Jonathan, and Joseph Ryan, Jared and Janae Matlock, Cameron and Patrick Survance, and Megan Mincer; three sisters-in-law, Marjorie Sulgrove and Jane Evans, both of Indianapolis, and Norma Evans of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sisters, Marcile Evans and Margaret Orders; and three brothers, James, and Loren Gilbert, and Warren Evans. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Ferguson-Lee Funeral Home in Bedford with the Rev. Steven Hight officiating. Burial will be in Mundell Cemetery in Lawrence County. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International in memory of Christina Matlock. Charles H. Greene Sept. 12, 1934 — March 6, 2010 Lt. Col. Charles H. “Charlie” Greene, 75, Mitchell, passed away at 9:39 p.m. Saturday at Bloomington Hospital. Born Sept. 12, 1934, in Lawrence County, he was the son of John and Helen (Wagner) Greene. He married Linda Kiess June 23, 1973. Charlie had been employed at Roberts Brass for 25 years and was at Stone City Products for 30-plus years. He graduated from Mitchell High School in 1952 and was a member of the American Red Cross, American Legion Post No. 250, Bedford Boat and Sportsmen’s Club, Spring Mill Lodge Fraternal Order of Police, Masonic Lodge No. 228 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis, York Rite and Murat Shrine. He was a member of the Army National Guard for 42 years, and a graduate of the Command and General Staff College. Surviving are his wife, Linda Greene of Mitchell; sons, Michael H. Greene of Mitchell; Timothy S. Greene and wife, Melissa of Bedford; grandsons, Logan Michael Greene and Jay W. Duncan; sisters, Mary Russell and Martha Collins, both of Mitchell, and Donna Bruns, of Tucson, Ariz.; brother, Ralph Greene of Bedford; half brothers, James Greene and Howard Greene, both of Paoli, and Gary Greene of Jasper; and a half sister, Darla Lynn of Paoli. His father; mother, Helen Greene Wilfong; and brother, Joseph Greene, preceded him in death. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Indiana National Guard Ceremonial Unit, American Legion Post No. 250, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107. A fellowship and reception will follow the service at the American Legion Post No. 250. Friends may call from 3-8:30 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 until the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Masonic Lodge No. 228 will conduct a memorial service at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial Gifts: American Legion Post No. 250 Honor Guard. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Delores Albright July 29, 1937 — March 6, 2010 Delores “Lori” Albright, 72, Mitchell, passed away at 10:22 p.m. Saturday at Bloomington Hospital. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and best friend. She was a true blessing to all who knew her. Born July 29, 1937, in Lawrence County, she was the daughter of Ralph and Ruth (Vaught) Ritchison. She married Kenneth S. Albright Dec. 3, 1996. She had been employed at Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center and Terry’s 66 Service. She was a member of the Orleans Church of Christ and graduated from Mitchell High School in 1955. Surviving are her husband, Kenneth S. Albright of Mitchell; daughters, Ruthie Pruitt of Orleans, Susan Bridges and Wendy Smith, both of Mitchell, and Rebecca James of Henderson, Tenn.; stepdaughters, Ricki Albright of Phoenix, Ariz., and Rhonda Gilbert, Rebecca Waggoner, and Robin Drew, all of Brownsburg; grandchildren, Kimberly Earl, Matthew Russell, Angela Edwards, Kyle Taylor, Kaila and Ryan Smith, Kasey Waggoner and Dustin Waggoner, Katie Fleece, Jimmy Wedick, Sarah and Clarice Gilbert, Megan Morgan, and Ashley Drew; and 12 great grandchildren. Her parents; and siblings, Esther Goldsberry, Paul Ritchison, Margie Simpson, Don Ritchison, and Patty Ritchison preceded her in death. Funeral service will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home with Brother Michel Mahler officiating. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Cresthaven Memory Gardens. Memorial Gifts: Orleans Church of Christ Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. March 07, 2010John E. Fleck Sr. March 19, 1946 — March 5, 2010 John E. Fleck Sr., 63, of Bloomington passed away Friday, March 5, 2010, at his residence. Born, March 19, 1946, in Yonkers, NY, he was the son of Edward M. and Dorothy E. (Thomas) Fleck. John was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed being with his family. He also enjoyed riding theme park roller coasters with his grandson Thomas J. Fleck. He was a signal maintainer for CSX railroad for 28 years, and he was an avid hunter. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Susan M. (Engelhard) Fleck, two sons, John E. Fleck Jr., Thomas R. Fleck, one daughter, Bonnie M. Fleck, four grandchildren, Thomas J. Fleck, Amanda Ramey, Adam M. Cook, and Addison M. Cook, all of Bloomington; one sister, Peggy Heaton (Dennis), of Bedford; one brother-in-law Larry K. Deckard, of Bloomington, and several nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Dorothy Deckard. Services will be 7 p.m. Tuesday at The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard, 3000 E. Third St., Bloomington, IN 47401. Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at The Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 6415 Castleway W. Dr., Suite 114, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.pdcfuneralchapel.com . Infant Marshall Alexander Flynn March 2, 2010 — March 2, 2010 Marshall Alexander Flynn died at 10:18 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at the Bloomington Hospital. Born March 2, 2010, he was the son of Daniel Flynn and Veronica Blackburn. Survivors include his parents of Bedford; maternal grandparents: Ronnie and Margaret Blackburn of Heltonville; paternal grandparents William and Lee Ann Flynn of Bedford; four uncles: David Flynn and wife Kim of Noblesville, Ronnie Blackburn and wife Adrienne of Heltonville, William Blackburn of Ill., Daniel Blackburn of RI; and one aunt: Jennifer Holman of Greenwood; and several cousins. Private graveside services will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 8th at the Cresthaven Memory Gardens with Rev. Richard Tallman officiating. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until noon on Monday, March 8th at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Marshall at www.daycarter.com. March 06, 2010Jimmy Lee BakerOct. 2, 1959 — March 4, 2010 Jimmy Lee Baker, 50, of Solsberry passed away Thursday, March 4, 2010, at his residence. Born October 2, 1959, in Linton, he was the son of Lonnis and Janet (Martindale) Baker. Jimmy loved over the road truck driving and mission trips with the Lord. He was a member of the House of Prayer in Bloomington. Surviving relatives include his wife, Carol Baker of Solsberry; his children, Elisha Nicole Baker Adams, Charles Anthony Baker, both of Solsberry, and Jeremiah Jordan Baker of Orleans, Indiana. Five grandchildren, three brothers, Lonnis Baker, Larry Baker and Billy Baker. Two sisters, Bobbi Joe Chambers and Lesa Sanders; and his mother, Janet Baker of Springville. Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, Lonnis Baker. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the hour of the Memorial Service on Monday, March 8, 2010 at the House of Prayer, 4100 N. Hartstrait Rd in Bloomington. The Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 8, 2010, at the House of Prayer in Bloomington with Pastor Larry Mitchell officiating. Donations may be made in Jimmy’s name to the 700 Club, 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA 23463. Online condolences are available at www.jenkinsfuneralhomes.com. March 05, 2010Sharon R. Greer Aug. 3, 1937 — Feb. 28, 2010 Sharon R. Greer, of Bloomington, passed away Feb. 28 at her residence. She was 72 years old. Born Aug. 3, 1937, she was the daughter of Les and Louise (Marsh) Anderson. She enjoyed working in her garden growing vegetables and flowers and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her three children, Lisa Knies and husband Gregg of Sellersburg, Mike Greer and wife Ardela of Oolitic, and Richard Greer and wife Kay of Bloomington; six grandchildren, Morgan Knies of Sellersburg, Courtney Wise of Memphis, Tenn., Jason Greer of Spencer, Tanna Covey of Oolitic, Marcy Kalat of San Francisco, Calif., and Paula Zurbuch of Bloomington; and eight great-grandchildren, Nathanael and Jacob Covey of Oolitic, Alexis Greer of Springville, Drew Wise of Memphis, Tenn., Marley Kalat of San Francisco, Calif., and Blaine, Bryce and Drew Zurbuch of Bloomington. She was preceded in death by her mother; and a daughter, Deanna Greer. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Allen Funeral Home, 4155 S. Old State Rd. 37, with burial to follow at Clover Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org. Marshall A. Flynn Marshall Alexander Flynn, infant son of Daniel Flynn and Veronica Blackburn, died Tuesday at Bloomington Hospital. Arrangements are pending at the Day & Carter Mortuary. March 04, 2010Jason S. Lagle Oct. 5, 1973 — March 2, 2010 Jason S. Lagle, 36, Mitchell, passed away at 4:05 a.m. Tuesday at Bloomington Hospital. Born Oct. 5, 1973, in Paoli, he was the son of Gerry and Pauline (Melvin) Lagle. He had been employed at Regal-Beloit and most recently at Fieldstar. Jason graduated in 1992 from Mitchell High School and attended Indiana State University. Surviving are a daughter, Zoey Alaine Lagle and her mother, Amy, of Petersburg; his parents, Gerry and Pauline Lagle of Mitchell; a brother, David Lagle and wife Shannon of Mitchell; a nephew, Gavin Lagle; and a niece, Olivia Lagle. His grandparents, Cecil and Pearl Lagle and Otha and Goldie Melvin, preceded him in death. A Celebration of Life service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends following the service at a reception in the Christian Life Center. Memorial Gifts: Zoey Alaine Lagle Fund, in care of the Bloomfield State Bank, 1309 W. Main St., Mitchell, 47446 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. Cletus Waggoner Jr. Oct. 28, 1954 — Feb. 27, 2010 Cletus “Butch” Waggoner Jr., 55, of Vero Beach, Fla., died Saturday at the Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach. Born Oct. 28, 1954, in Bedford, he was the son of Cletus R. and Ethel Naomi Waggoner. He retired from the City of Bedford Street Department and attended the Fayetteville Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Ivy Tech State College in Indiana and was a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. He moved to Vero Beach from Springville in 2007. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Gina L. (Payton) Waggoner of Vero Beach; a son, Matthew Waggoner of Indianapolis; a brother, Steve Waggoner of Columbus; and numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Brother Keith Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Lowder Cemetery in Springville. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Cletus at www.daycarter.com. Lois Phemister 1938 — March 2, 2010 Lois “Joann” Zike Phemister, 71, of Heltonville, passed away Tuesday at Westview Nursing and Rehab Center in Bedford. Born in 1938, she was the daughter of Bruce and Mary Ziker, both of whom preceded her in death. In 2007, she married Larry Phemister, and he survives. She had retired from JayC Food Stores. She enjoyed gardening, mushroom hunting and working in her yard. Surviving with her husband, Larry of Heltonville; are three children, Lois (Rondall) Burnside, Bill (Penny) Taylor, and Connie Michaels (fiance´ Jim Prairie); one sister, Sharon Kirts; five brothers, Paul Zike, Larry Zike, Jimmy Zike, Lloyd Zike and Robert Zike; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both parents; an infant sister, Nona Ruth Zike; a sister, Carol Steinbarger; and a brother, Jerry Zike. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home in Brownstown, with Steve Gommel officiating. Burial will be in the Christianburg Cemetery in Brown County. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made to www.w-wfuneralhome.biz. Mykala S. Morin Dec. 31, 1974 — Feb. 28, 2010 Mykala Sue Morin, 35, of Plano, Texas, formerly of Martinsville, passed from this life on Sunday at her residence. She was born on Dec. 31, 1974, in Terre Haute, to Larry W. Morin and Arliann “Ann” (Cramer) Pinto. Mykala lived most of her childhood in Martinsville and moved to Loogootee, during high school, where she graduated with the class of 1993. Following graduation, she attended Indiana University in Bloomington and then transferred and graduated from the University of Minneapolis in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She was a regional manager for Regis Salons in the Minneapolis area before moving to Texas in 2007. Soon after moving, she opened her own business, Smart for Life Weight Center, a weight reduction company. She enjoyed helping others, all sporting activities, snow skiing, reading, movies, traveling, physical fitness and exercise. She leaves behind a host of family, including her husband, Jeffrey Fox of Plano, Texas; father and stepmother, Larry W. and Melody Morin of Bedford; mother and stepfather, Ann and Irv Pinto of LaQuinta, Calif.; one brother, Mark Morin of French Lick; three sisters, Monica Morin of Bedford, and Mikisha and Mikindra Morin, both of Martinsville; and one stepbrother, Tim Chastain of Paoli. Family and friends are encouraged to visit on Friday, from 4-8 p.m. at Neal & Summers Funeral and Cremation Center in Martinsville. Rev. Ken Ransom will conduct a Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m. at the funeral home on Saturday. Cremation will follow the celebration of life service. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.nealandsummers.com. March 03, 2010Shirley A. Johnson Jan. 10, 1934 — March 1, 2010 Shirley A. Johnson, 76, of Bloomington and formerly of Bedford, died on Monday at her residence in Bloomington. She was born Jan. 10, 1934, in Bedford, the daughter of Lionel Brown and Mabel (Griggs) Patterson. Shirley attended St. Vincent’s Catholic School and graduated from Bedford High School in 1952. At age 4 she started singing and dancing and performed in many local productions. Shirley worked at General Motors Central Foundry in Bedford until 1980. She then worked at Indiana University Building Services and the Bloomington Herald-Times until she retired in 1999. She was a member of the Bloomington Baptist Church. She was loved by so many and her strength was insurmountable. She will be so dearly missed but as she was such an angel here on earth, we know she is one in heaven now. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Brian Dorsey of Bloomington, two sons, Jim Turpin and his wife Jan of Memphis, Tenn., and David Harris of Portland, Ore.; and four grandsons, James Harris, Lucas Turpin, Dylan Dorsey and Carter Turpin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Johnson; her mother and stepfather, Mabel and John Patterson,; her father, Lionel Brown; and one brother, Steven L. Brown. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Allen Funeral Home, 4155 S. Old State Rd. 37 in Bloomington with Pastor Randy McCollum officiating. Burial will be at Clear Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org. Norman McCart Aug. 30, 1931 — Feb. 28, 2010 Norman McCart, 78, Mitchell, passed away at 4:24 p.m. Sunday at Bedford Regional Medical Center. Born August 30, 1931, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Chriss and Dorothy (Williams) McCart. He married Harriet McQueen April 8, 1950, and she survives. He was manager of Buck Lemon Furniture Store for many years and was owner of McCart Furniture and Appliance Store in Mitchell. He also worked in sales for Westinghouse. Norman was a 1949 graduate of Mitchell High School, past president of the Mitchell Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Bedford Elks Lodge. Surviving with his wife, Harriet McCart of Mitchell; are a son, Danny McCart and wife Linn of Omaha, Neb.; daughter-in-law, Tammy McCart of Mitchell; his mother, Dorothy McCart of Mitchell; a sister, Joyce Ferguson of Mitchell; and granddaughters, Emily and Natalie McCart. His son, Ric McCart; father, Chriss McCart; and brother, Dale McCart, preceded him in death. Funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home with the Rev. Dwight Dunbar officiating. A private family burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery on Friday. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial Gifts: American Heart Association. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com. J. Frank Hayes June 24, 1930 — March 2, 2010 J. Frank Hayes, 79, of 1515 18th Street, Bedford, died at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Born June 24, 1930, in Oolitic, Frank was the son of Tom and Myrtle (Robinson) Hayes. He married Marilyn Miller on Sept. 1, 1951. He retired from General Motors in 1987 as a machine repairman. He was also a member of the UAW local 440. Frank was also a creative woodworker and loved working in his shop building gadgets and making repairs. His greatest pastime was making others laugh. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Marilyn of Bedford; three children, Cathy Goodin and husband Pat of Bedford, Kim Hall and husband Danny of Bedford, and J.D Hayes and wife Beth of Bedford; seven grandchildren, Natalie Buente of Louisville, Ky., Shannon Spires of Bedford, Justin Goodin of Camby, Nathan Hall of Martinsville, Lauren Simpson of Houston, Texas, Baron Hall of Indianapolis, Alex Crane, Wil Hayes, and Anna Hayes all of Bedford; ten great-grandchildren, Mason Spires of Bedford, Marilyn Buente of Louisville, Max Spires of Bedford, Carter Goodin of Camby, Benjamin Buente of Louisville, Madalyn Spires of Bedford, Lucy Hall of Martinsville, Ella Goodin of Camby, Dylan Hall of Martinsville, and Sophia Simpson of Houston; and one sister, Phyllis Clawson of Delphi. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Rose Lee, Gerry Fines, and Kate Judah; and five brothers: Billy, Sam, Tommy, Don and Richard Hayes. Services for Frank Hayes will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Day & Carter Mortuary with Johnny Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the Green Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Frank at www.daycarter.com. Cletus Waggoner Jr. Oct. 28, 1954 — Feb. 27, 2010 Cletus “Butch” Waggoner Jr., 55, of Vero Beach, Fla., died Saturday at the Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach, Fla. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Burial will follow in the Lowder Cemetery in Springville. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the mortuary. Jason S. Lagle Jason S. Lagle, 36, died at 4:05 a.m. Tuesday at Bloomington Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at Chastain Funeral Home. March 02, 2010Daniel A. Roberts Jan. 17, 1957 — March 1, 2010 Daniel Allen Roberts, 53, Antioch, Tenn., died at 12:01 a.m. Monday in Bedford. He was born Jan. 17, 1957, in Bedford, the son of Orval C. and Betty Lou (Quackenbush) Roberts. He was retired from General Dynamics in Fort Worth, Texas, where he worked as a pilot safety officer. He was a graduate of Bedford North Lawrence High School with the class of 1975. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and was a member of the Southland Church of Christ. Survivors include one daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Roberts of Fort Worth, Texas; one son, Jordan Roberts of Fort Worth; his mother, Betty Lou Roberts of Antioch, Tenn.; one brother, Stan Roberts and wife Charlotte of Antioch, Tenn.; one sister, Nancy Roberts Walker and husband Dick of Nashville, Tenn.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father. Private family services will be held. Burial will be at Cresthaven Memory Gardens. No calling hours are scheduled. The Ferguson-Lee Funeral Home in Bedford is in charge of the arrangements. Kerwood Jones May 3, 1920 — Feb. 28, 2010 Kerwood Jones, 89, 1933 Vinegar Hill Road, Bedford, died at 6:33 p.m. Sunday at Bedford Regional Medical Center. Born May 3, 1920, in Wisconsin Dells, Wis., he was the son of Clyde G. and Lola Delores (Brown) Jones. He married Joanne L. Dobson on Jan. 13, 1951, in Marion, at First United Methodist Church, and she survives. He was a retired union electrician from IBEW Local No. 16 in Evansville. He was of the Methodist faith, a lifetime member of American Legion Post No. 250, Mitchell, member of IBEW Local No. 16, Evansville, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran of World War II, where he was a Marine photographer, he was sent by the Marines to the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va., and then overseas with the Marines. Surviving with his wife, Joanne Jones of Bedford; are two daughters, Julie Mapes and husband Douglas of Bedford, and Cindy Earl and husband Steven of Springville; five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents. Private services were today at Cresthaven Memory Gardens, where burial followed. Mitchell American Legion Post No. 250 provided graveside rites. March 01, 2010Jack D. Pace June 11, 1937 — Feb. 27, 2010 Jack D. Pace, 72, of 204 Nikirk Lane, Oolitic, died at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday at Bloomington Hospital. Born June 11, 1937, in Bedford, Jack was the son of Morrell and Ruby (Terrell) Pace. He married Ruth Gilbert on February 8, 1958. He retired from General Motors as a fork truck driver. Jack was also a cattle farmer and loved his farm. He was also an avid dirt track racing fan and a member of UAW Local No. 440 and the American Angus Association. Survivors include his wife Ruth of Oolitic; three children, Pam Korvela of Bedford, Sandy Young and husband Marty of Norman, and Dennis Pace and wife Heather of Bedford; seven grandchildren, Kama Korvela, Jennifer Young, Marty Young Jr., Kray Korvela, Kody Korvela, Landrey Pace and Jack Pace; two great-grandchildren, Cole Darlage and Claire Young; two brothers, Roy Pace and wife Mary of Bedford, and Morrell Pace Jr. of Indianapolis; two sisters, Doris Bunch and husband Leon of Bedford, and Nancy Pace of Bedford; and several nieces and nephews. Jack was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Robert Pace and Everett Mack Pace. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Marty Speer officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Jack at www.daycarter.com. Norman McCart Norman McCart, 78, Mitchell, died Sunday afternoon at Bedford Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending at Chastain Funeral Home in Mitchell. |
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