Obituaries — March 2026

March 6, 2026

Loretta Pridemore

MITCHELL – Loretta Pridemore, 90, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Cedar Creek of Bedford.

Born July 27, 1935, in Orange County, she was the daughter of Lloyd Cleon and Melissa Ann (Carnes) Toliver.  She married Wayne L. Pridemore on December 29, 1956 and he preceded her in death July 27, 2009.

Loretta was a 1953 graduate of Orleans High School.  She was a homemaker.

Surviving are her children, Steven W. (Kimberly) Pridemore of Bedford, Brian R. Pridemore of Mitchell, and Cheryl A. (Mike) Landreth of Mitchell; grandchildren, Jarod Pridemore, Greg Pridemore, Carman Cavezza, Dustin Pridemore, Ethan Pridemore, Allison Landreth, and Ashley Glotzbach; seven great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and siblings, Doris Fancher of Orleans and Nancy Jones of Orleans.

Her parents; husband; and siblings, Larry Toliver, Dorothy “Dottie” White, Jack Toliver, and Jim Toliver, preceded her in death.

Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 9, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.  Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery in Orleans.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com

March 4, 2026

Judith Lynn (Bush) Crews

ORLEANS - Judith Lynn (Bush) Crews, 75, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington.

Born on December 3, 1950, in Bedford, Judith was a shining light in the lives of those who knew her.

A proud graduate of Mitchell High School, Class of 1969, Judith dedicated her life to being the cornerstone of her son's childhood. Her role as a devoted wife to her husband, Vencil Eugene Crews, was equally profound, as she consistently provided strength and understanding. Judith's genuine nature made her a cherished friend to many, always ready to lend a listening ear or a helping hand.

Judith's life was marked by her advocacy for kidney disease treatment and education, a passion deeply rooted in her own experiences. Her commitment to this cause inspired many, and her legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of those she touched.

Judith is survived by her devoted husband, Vencil, and loving son, Jeremy Scott Brown, who will forever carry her spirit within them.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald M. Bush and Adren Louisa (Pridemore) Bush, as well as her sister, Donna Lou (Bush) Conley, and brother, William Scott Bush.

The love and warmth that Judith shared with her family will be a guiding light for them as they navigate life without her physical presence.

Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Pastor Ralph Purkhiser and Brother David Conley officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service Saturday at the funeral home.

Judith Lynn Crews will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the profound impact she made on the lives of those around her.

Memorial Gifts: National Kidney Foundation of Indiana

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com

March 3, 2026

Richard Bryan Longest

MITCHELL – Richard Bryan Longest, 58, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, at IU Health Hospice House.

Born February 3, 1968, in Paoli, he was the son of Richard Oliver and Linda Kay (Knight) Longest.

Bryan was a member of The Bride of Christ Fellowship.  He loved music – writing songs and playing his guitar.  Bryan also enjoyed drawing.  He loved being an uncle and great-uncle.

Surviving are his siblings, Rebecca (Tony) George of Mitchell, Melinda (Billy) Edmonson of Mitchell, and Eva Dicks of Mitchell; nieces and nephews, Chris George, Kayla George, Austin Longest, Nicole (Robert) Allen, Destiny (Cody) Garrison, Marah Roop, and Davaney Roop; and several great nieces and nephews.

His parents and infant sister, Susan Longest, preceded him in death.

Cremation has been chosen.  A Celebration of Life service will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at The Bride of Christ Fellowship.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com

March 2, 2026

Colbert Leon Douglas

MITCHELL – Colbert Leon Douglas, 69, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at Mitchell Manor.

Born February 5, 1957, in Salem, he was the son of William Henry and Annie Nell (Harkness) Douglas.

Colbert was a mechanic and had worked for Tuners TCL, Paoli Furniture, and Kimball Piano.  He enjoyed being a mechanic, fast cars, and his beloved truck.

Surviving are his children, Tricia Smith (Steven) of Noble, Illinois, Dustin Parlsey of Springville, and Justin Parsley; grandchildren, Jeffery Smith and Corbin Smith; siblings, Carl Dee Douglas (Dawn) of Bedford, and Kenneth Ray Douglas (Connie) of Bedford. 

His parents preceded him in death.

Cremation has been chosen.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com

Erin Dagney (Crisp) King

December 14, 1992 – February 12, 2026

Erin Dagney (Crisp) King, 33, of Mitchell, Indiana, passed away on February 12, 2026, at U of L Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Born December 14, 1992, she was the daughter of Laurel Wahl and Robert Crisp.

Erin was a 2011 graduate of Tinley Park High School.

Above all, Erin was a devoted and loving mother who cherished her children more than anything. She had a kind and caring heart and a way of making those around her feel welcome and loved. Erin’s beautiful smile and contagious laugh brightened even the darkest days, and her memory will be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Grace King, Logan King, and Iris Robbins; her parents, Laurel and Wayne Wahl, and Robert and Nanci Crisp; her sister, Colleen Crisp; her step sister, Ashley Parent; her nieces, Madison Swanson and Alice Farriols; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is also

survived by her life partners, Gregory King and Tanner Robbins.

Memorial services for Erin will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes in Bedford, 818 18 th Street, Bedford.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 2:00 PM, also at Ferguson-Lee Chapel.

The family requests that donations be made in memory of Erin to Hoosier Uplands Economic Development Corporation.

Memories may be shared, condolences sent, and flowers ordered at

www.ThorneFunerals.com.

The staff of Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes is honored to have

been entrusted with the arrangements for Erin King.