February 20, 2026 Nicholas Charles VanGemert Nicholas Charles VanGemert entered this world on September 13, 1982, in Beloit, Wisconsin, and resided in Mitchell, Indiana.  Nicholas left this world peacefully, February 18, 2026, with his family by his side.   At just 43 years old, Nick achieved more in his life than most could ever think of accomplishing in a lifetime.   As a child, he thrived to be the best at everything, winning a Pine Wood Derby Contest, being voted by coa

January 31, 2026 David Allen Powell MITCHELL – David Allen Powell, 76, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026, in Clayton, Indiana.   Born March 8, 1949, in Lawrence County, he was the son of George Robert “Bob” and Imogene (Barlow) Powell.  He married JoAnn Duggins on June 14, 1969, and she preceded him in death May 12, 2006.   David graduated from Mitchell High School in 1967 and was also a graduate of Purdue University.  Following college, he owned and operated his own g