November 29, 2024
Gerald Dean Chambers
January 19, 1950 – November 27, 2024
Bedford – Gerald Dean Chambers, 74, of Bedford, passed away at 9:04 am on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at his residence.
Born January 19, 1950, in Bedford, he was the son of Herschel Ray and Hazel Marie (Hawkins) Chambers. He married Nancy Williams on June 15, 1969, and she survives. He was a graduate of Shawswick High School with the class of 1968 and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving from 1970 to 1972. He retired as a fork-lift operator for Manchester Tank in 2012.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy, of Bedford; two sons, Jason Chambers and wife, Robin, and Jeff Chambers and companion, Amanda Geyer, all of Bedford; two granddaughters, Presley Jo Chambers and Jovi Brooke Chambers; two sisters, Martha Hayes and husband, Freeman, of Hubbard Lake, MI, and Mary Ann Kurtz and husband, Lew, of Sunny Vale, CA; two brothers, Don Chambers and wife, Mary, of San Jose, CA, and Paul Chambers and wife, Linda, of Avon, IN; several nieces, nephews and cousins; a sister-in-law, Judy Graves and husband, Dan, of Greensburg, IN; a brother-in-law, Jerry Williams and wife, Mary Beth, of Glade Springs, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Roger Ray Chambers; a sister-in-law, Linda Maxey-Chambers; a brother-in-law, Burl Williams and wife, Bette (Tudor) Williams.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 4th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens with military rites accorded by members of Gillen Post #33 American Legion. Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, December 3rd at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Dennis “Denny” Raye Cassidy
ORLEANS – Dennis “Denny” Raye Cassidy, 77, passed away Friday, November 28, 2024, at Westview Nursing & Rehabilitation.
Born October 29, 1947, in Orange County, he was the son of Robert Harley and Mary Ruth (Alexander) Cassidy. He married Laura Sue (Myers) Gillium in 1992, and she preceded him in death October 12, 2012.
Denny worked as a mason for most of his life. He enjoyed camping with his son, Brian, and grandson, Adrian. Denny liked watching old movies over and over. He was known for walking all over Bedford.
Survivors include his sons, Brian (Meloni) Cassidy of Orleans and Mike (Brandi) Cassidy of Mitchell; grandchildren, Adrian Cassidy, Taylor (Jeremy) Cartwright, Aaron Richards, and Alexander Cassidy; great granddaughter, Penelope Carwright; and siblings, Charles Perry Cassidy of Manor, Texas and Gerald Dean Cassidy of Jasper.
His parents; wife; and siblings, Harley Eugene “Gene” Cassidy, Flora Elizabeth Hall, Rosetta Eileen Hudson, Donald Lee Cassidy, Robert Dale Cassidy, Linda Helen Grissom, Hazel Maxine Bush, Mary Agnes Watson, and Betty Lou Sanders, preceded him in death.
Cremation has been chosen.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Marjorie A. Sallee
November 8, 1921 – November 25, 2024
Bedford – Marjorie A. Sallee, 103, of Bedford, passed away at 3:55 am on Monday, November 25, 2024, at Westview Nursing and Rehab.
Born November 8, 1921, in Lawrence County, she was the daughter of Walter S. and Zella A. (Shroyer) Roberts. She married Arthur E. Sallee on June 6, 1942, and he preceded her in death on August 20, 1997. She had been a secretary at Bedford Machine Company. She was a member of the First Baptist Church for 77 years, a member of American Baptist Women’s Ministries, a volunteer with St. Vincent Dunn Pink Ladies for 18 years and a member of the Red Hat Society. She was a former member of the Quarry Quilters, and former Scout Leader and Den Mother for the Boy Scouts of America.
Survivors include: a daughter, Pamela A. (G. Richard ) Bell, of Bedford; three sons, Phillip A. (Shelley) Sallee, of Bloomington; Michael E. (Sherlyn) Sallee, of Bloomington, and Mark E. (Will) Sallee, of Florida; eight grandchildren, Rebecca (Mark) Meszaros, Kristen Bell, Evan Sallee, Ethan Sallee, Amanda (Brett Coates) Widmeyer, Brynnen (Steve) Marcum, Claire (Rob) Camfield, Ellyn (Nicholas) Salupo; 14 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sisters, Bessie Stewart and Ruth Chastain; and brothers, Louis “Jack” Roberts and John Roberts.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the First Baptist Church, Bedford, with Rev. Lee Brown and Rev. G. Richard Bell officiating. Burial will follow in the White River Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Friday, December 13, at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Visitation will also be available at 10:00 am before the service on December 14 at the First Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Roy E. Bell
August 10, 1946 – November 26, 2024
Roy E. Bell, 78, of Springville, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at his residence. Born August 10, 1946, in Polaski County, Kentucky, he was the son of Charles Bell and Marjorie (Wesley) Bell.
Roy married Zula Phillips on September 6, 1966. He retired as a quarry worker from Reeds Quarry in Bloomington, IN and attended the Springville Trinity Pentecostal Church.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Roy is his wife, Zula; sons, Wendell (Valorie) Bell of Springville, and Roger (Amy) Keith of Mitchell; daughter, Brenda Gail (Mike) Wilson, of Springville; grandchildren, Jacob (Cheyenne) Bell, Dakota (Kelsey) Bell, Logan Wilson, all of Springville, and Josh (Elizabeth) Wells of Bloomfield; great grandchildren, Kole Edward, Gracie Ann, and Mckenna Bell; and one brother, Morris Dwayne “Pud” Bell, of Somerset, Kentucky.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Preston, Charlie, John, Gary, David, Sam, Darrell, and Darlene.
Funeral services for Roy will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 2:00pm, at the Springville Trinity Pentecostal Church with Brother Ray Phillips and Sister Linda Simpson officiating. Burial will follow at Springville West cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00am to the time of service on Monday, December 2, 2024, also at the Trinity Pentecostal Church in Springville.
Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes has been entrusted with the care and arrangements for Roy E. Bell.
Donations in memory of Roy may be made to IU Health Cancer Center or the Lawrence County cancer Patient Services.
Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Arthur Louis Terry, Jr.
May 17, 1958 – November 26, 2024
Bedford – Arthur Louis Terry, Jr., 66, of Bedford, passed away at 11:08 am on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at I.U. Health Bloomington Hospital.
Born May 17, 1958, in Gary, IN, he was the son of Arthur Louis Terry, Sr. and Joyce Louise (Payton) Terry. He married Jing Terry on September 11, 2010, and she survives. He was an explosives handler at NSWC Crane. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in the Indiana National Guard a total of 20 years.
Survivors include his wife, Jing, of Bedford; six children, Arthur Louis Terry, III and wife, Michele, of PA, Christopher Lee Terry, of Bedford, Adam Wayne Terry and wife, Elizabeth, of VA, Rachel Renae Terry and husband, Mitch Anson, of Ellettsville, Rebecca Kay Umbenhower and husband, Jeremy, of FL, Zeyi Li and wife, Lavender Xu, of NY; grandchildren, Michael Paulin, Eli Terry, Jessie Umbenhower, Adam Wayne “AJ” Terry, Jr., August Terry, and Adelaide Anson; two sisters, Sheila Phillips, of Springville and Penny Reynolds and husband, Jerry, of Bedford; aunts and uncles, Roger Payton and wife, Kay, Priscilla Smoot and husband, Dennis, of Bedford, Dean Moore, of Mitchell; the mother of his children, Maria Terry, of Bedford. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am on Monday, December 2nd in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Rev. Adam Terry, Rev. Rusty Burnette and Rev. David Ramsey officiating. Burial will follow. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Sunday, December 1st at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Judithe A. (Phillips) Pound
SPRINGVILLE – Judithe A. (Phillips) Pound, 83, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born October 9, 1941, in Jeffersonville, she was the daughter of Thomas and Estella (England) Pound.
Judi was a 1959 graduate of Lovington High School. She was a member of the Homecoming Committee for many years and LHS held a special place in her heart.
After attending LHS, she attended a community and junior college and was awarded Alumni of Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Fraternity. She then finished her degree in 1994 at Texas Woman’s University. While attending TWU, she was awarded the Golden Key from the National Honor Society and was a member of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society.
Judi spent her retired years enjoying her three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Surviving are her: daughter, Lori Morrow of Springville; grandchildren, Sergeant First Class J. Dalton (Jheri) Phillips of Martinsville, Maddie (Larry) Deckard of Ellettsville, and Dylan Fishel of Bloomington; great-grandchildren, Asher, Remi, Everly, Beau, and Meadow; and brother, Randy (Vicki) Pound of Spring, Texas.
Her parents; son, Charles Todd Phillips; sister, Becky Nease; and favorite son-in-law, Tim Morrow, preceded her in death.
Cremation has been chosen and a private family service will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Green Hill Cemetery in Sullivan, Illinois.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Patricia S. Atchison
July 19, 1942 – November 22, 2024
Bedford – Patricia S. Atchison, 82, of Bedford, passed away at 3:50 pm on Friday, November 22, 2024, at IU Health Hospice House.
Born July 19, 1942, in Bedford, she was the daughter of Hubert and Pearl (Wade) Hunter. Patty married Marvin D. Atchison on March 15, 1984, and he preceded her in death on December 22, 2020. She was the secretary and office manager for twenty-eight years at the Bedford Police Department. She was a member of Mundell Christian Church where she was the secretary and played piano.
Survivors include a daughter, Shonja Miracle her husband Anthony “Dave” of Bedford; stepchildren, Scott Atchison and his wife Michelle of Bedford, Daniel Atchison and his wife Jennifer of Canton, GA, Melissa Atchison-Llano of Woodstock, GA; twelve grandchildren, Kayla Rodman, Kristen Conn, Isabella Lutgens, Lacy Atchison, Tyler Atchison, Zane Atchison, Zachary Atchison, Logan Llano, Kristian Llano, Xander Llano, Noah and Ben Atchison; and fifteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Jamie in infancy, a daughter, Rebecca Lutgens, and a brother, Danny Hunter.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 26th at the Mundell Christian Church with John Wisley officiating. Burial will follow in Mundell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the hour of service at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 26th at the Mundell Christian Church. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Brenda Ann Dykes
MITCHELL – Brenda Ann Dykes, 81, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024 after a long illness.
She was born on September 5, 1943, and was the daughter of Walter and Jewell (Crouch) Kinder.
Brenda is survived by her husband; children; grandchildren; great grandchildren; and a brother.
Her parents; and her sister preceded her in death.
Cremation has been chosen
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Eula “Marie” Baker
October 20, 1939 – November 21, 2024
Eula “Marie” Baker, 85, of Mitchell, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her residence. Born October 20, 1939, in Danville, IL, she was the daughter of William Omer Craig and Alice Claudean (Key) Craig. She first married John “Jack” Baker and he preceded her in death on March 15, 2000. She then married Terry Deckard on March 30, 2001, and he survives.
Marie worked at ATR Coil Company, E&M Tool Company, was a secretary for the Lawrence County Highway Department, and worked for the Lawrence County Court House. Marie was also a member of the Dive Christian Church. Marie loved camping, fishing, traveling and was a wonderful cook.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Marie is her husband, Terry Deckard; three children, Chris (Stacey) Baker, Karen Baker, and Eric (Dee Dee) Baker; 12 grandchildren, Brandon, Jessica, Danielle, Aleisha, Nate, Blake, Jake, Kody, Luke, Heaven, Taylar and Henry; one great grandchild, Isabella; two sisters, Janet Hall and Donna (Ron) Scheffel; one brother, Gary (Susan) Craig; along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her first husband, John.
Funeral services for Eula “Marie” Baker will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford, with Pastor Gary Burks and Pastor Chris Meadows officiating. Burial will follow at Dive Cemetery in Bedford. Visitation for Marie will be on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, also at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel in Bedford.
Donations in memory of Marie may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Vanessa Jean Irwin
MITCHELL– Vanessa Jean Irwin, 59, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Indiana University Health Hospice House.
Born December 5, 1964, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Henry Clay and Bettie Marilyn (Daughrity) Osborne.
Vanessa was a homemaker and had worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She enjoyed babysitting her granddaughter and claimed many people as her own children. Vanessa was very generous and would help anyone in need. She was always about having a good time and where ever she was, there was a party. She was a member of Ruffcut Ministries – “once a Ruffcut, always a Ruffcut.” Vanessa loved her dogs: Cletus, Popcorn, and Snoots.
Survivors include her mother, Bettie Osborne; daughter, Hannah (Larry) Baker of Mitchell; granddaughter, Zyna Baker of Mitchell; partner of over 20 years, Ed Clark of Mitchell; siblings, Terry (Joetta) Osborne of Mitchell, Valena (John) Whitner of Bedford, Tim Osborne of Bedford, and Joe Osborne of Mitchell; several nieces and nephews; and many cousins.
Her father; son, George Bradford; brother, Tracy Osborne; Granny and Gramps Daughrity; aunt, Delite Cauble; niece,
Stacey Glotzbach; nephews, Derek Finney and Chayce Glotzbach, preceded her in death.
Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, at Connerley Switch Cemetery with Brother Steve Manly officiating.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
November 21, 2024
Doris Hampton
June 18, 1933 – November 20, 2024
Bedford – Doris Hampton, 91, of Bedford, passed away at 1:45 pm on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Stonebridge Health Campus.
Born June 18, 1933, in Lawrence Co., she was the daughter of Russell and Anna (Evans) Swango. She had been a security guard at General Motors and was a member of the New Union Christian Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Suzanne Hampton; a grand-dog, Twiggie; her grade school friend, Ann Smith; four nephews, Dwight (Teresa) Swango, Dale (Ramona) Swango, David (Susie) Swango, Daren (Melanie) Swango; several great nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews, and a sister-in-law, Reva Gail Swango.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Quincy and Olin Swango; a sister Mildred Fenander Stone; a niece, Denise Swango; two brothers-in-law, Ralph Fenander, Carl Stone; a sister-in-law, Mary Swango.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 5th at New Union Cemetery with Clarence Brown officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Feral Cat Friends at Bynum Fanyo office, 528 N. Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404 or the White River Humane Society. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Vickie Kay Pridemore
MITCHELL – Vickie Kay Pridemore, 71, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024, at Mitchell Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
Born June 19, 1953, in Bedford she was the daughter of Carl E. and Lucille (Hopkins) Leatherman. She married Carl Douglas Pridemore, Sr. on January 4, 1974, and he preceded her in death April 5, 2012.
Vickie worked at Dana and several other factories. She enjoyed being outside and loved spending time with her grandbabies.
Survivors include her children, Sheila Reynolds of Mitchell, Bobbie (Lonnie) Briner of Mitchell, and Carl Douglas (Deidra) Pridemore, Jr. of Oolitic; siblings, Terry Leatherman of Tunnelton, Jerry Leatherman of Tunnelton, Danny Leatherman of Tunnelton, Tony Leatherman of Mitchell, Gerald Leatherman of Mitchell, and Sheila Garrison of Mitchell; several grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.
Her parents; husband; grandson, Christopher Reynolds; and siblings, Henry Leatherman, Carolyn Terrell, Wanda Holt, Judy Jones, Joyce Babcock, James Leatherman, Ricky Leatherman, Angela Leatherman, Jack Leatherman, Donald Leatherman, and Harold Leatherman, preceded her in death.
Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 25, at Mitchell Cemetery.
Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Monday at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
Billy Dean Eubanks II
HURON – Billy Dean Eubanks II, 67, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024, at Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital.
Born August 24, 1957, in Indianapolis, he was the son of Billy Dean Eubanks and Mary Lou (Barron) DeWeese. He married Linda Joan Kirkendoll on March 17, 1978 and she survives.
Billy was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from General Motors. Billy loved motorcycles and also loved racing them.
Surviving are his wife, Linda Joan Eubanks of Huron; children, Jennifer Eubanks of Bedford, Billy Dean Eubanks III of Lafayette, and Jacob Eubanks of Huron; mother, Mary Lou DeWeese of Speedway; and sister, Rhonda Gardner of Indianapolis.
His father and sons, Jason White and Jonathan Eubanks, preceded him in death.
Cremation has been chosen.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Ricky Dee Chapman
MITCHELL – Ricky Dee Chapman, 77, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Indiana University Health Hospice House.
Born May 22, 1947, in Bedford, he was the son of Lewis and Alberta (Burton) Chapman. He married Linda Lou Tolbert on May 31, 1998 and she survives.
Ricky was a 1965 graduate of Mitchell High School. He was very proud of how he excelled in basketball and baseball and was awarded the Oral Dalton Award in 1965. Ricky was an avid fan of IU basketball and the St. Louis Cardinals. After school he served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Ricky retired from General Motors in 1999 as a fork lift driver after working 34 years. He was the owner/operator of Quarter Acres Stables where he broke and trained many horses. He also owned Triple C Tack in Mitchell. Ricky loved training and showing horses and his daughters and grandchildren have carried on his passion. He was a hall-of-fame horse show Dad and he always could be found at the Lawrence County 4H Fairgrounds. Although he became ill, he faced it like he did with life: with humor, grace, strength, dignity, and faith.
Surviving are his wife, Linda Lou Chapman of Mitchell; children, Michelle Chapman Land of Bloomington, Jenny (Chris) Tolbert of Mitchell, Jennifer Edwards of Indianapolis, Joni (Steve) Bodkins of Mitchell, Miranda (Paul) Gillespie of Mitchell, and Morgan (Brian) Duncan of Mitchell; and grandchildren, Max Land, Miles Land, Maggie Land, Alex Brown, Beau Kellams, Vincent Bodkins, Lila Bodkins, Matt King, Isabella Hawkins, Savannah Brock, Brynleigh McKnight, and Rhett Duncan.
His parents and sister, Sharon Reynolds, preceded him in death.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 22, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Brother Rick Leach officiating. Military rites will be accorded by American Legion Post No. 250 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107. Burial will be at Mitchell Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday and from 9:30 a.m. until the service on Friday at the funeral home.
In honor of Ricky, please wear your IU clothing to the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Mary Etta Gaddis
MITCHELL – Mary Etta Gaddis, 90, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024, at her son’s residence.
Born May 22, 1934, in Mitchell, she was the daughter of Wendell Preston Gaines and Christina Bernice (Turney) Fishel. She married James Calvin Gaddis on March 21, 1952, and he preceded her in death July 18, 1995.
Mary worked at Trav-lers, Older Americans, Mitchell License Branch, and Mitchell Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She served as a Lawrence County Republican Precinct Committeeman and enjoyed working elections. Mary was a charter member of VFW Post 9107 Ladies Auxiliary. She was a sports fanatic and liked bowling. Mary was of the Christian faith and had been baptized, giving her heart to Jesus.
Survivors include her children, RuthAnne Beasley of Bedford, Joyce Eva Agan of Mitchell, James Wendell (Kathryn) Gaddis of Mitchell, William “Gene” Eugene (Betty) Gaddis of Bedford, and Rebecca Jane Gaddis of Mitchell; sister, Shirley Short of Pinellas Park, Florida; grandchildren, Jamie Sue Hopper and Jeremy Lee Gaddis; several other grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and great great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by five generations.
Her parents; husband; daughters, Connie Sue Gaddis-Keen and Mary Ellen Smith; and grandson, James Michael Gaddis, preceded her in death.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 21, at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with her son, Gene Gaddis, officiating. Burial will be at Mitchell Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service Thursday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Mary Jo Williams
April 27, 1943 – November 16, 2024
Mary Jo Williams, 81, of Bedford, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the I.U. Health Hospice House in Bloomington. Born April 27, 1943, she was the daughter of Herbert Hamilton and Bernadine (Butler) Hamilton.
Mary Jo was a graduate of the Bedford High School with the class of 1961. She was a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church where she was active in the Bereavement Committee, sang in the choirs, was a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Altar Society, and volunteered in the Adoration Chapel. Mary Jo also volunteered at the St. Vincent Thrift Store, was a member of the American Heart Association and the White River Humane Society.
Mary Jo loved working in her flower beds, doing puzzles, reading, playing in her Euchre Club for over 50 years, and playing Shanghai Rummy on Friday nights. She worked at the Citizens National Bank in Bedford as a bookkeeper and teller, and then as a loan officer at the Hoosier Hills Credit Union, from where she retired after 38 years of service.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Mary Jo are her two children, Jeff Williams of Bedford and Angie (Bill Fegan) Williams of Bedford; two grandchildren, Jessica (David) Stanley and Donavan Sage; her aunt, Barb Butler of Peoria, IL; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Bernadine Hamilton; and two sisters, Bernadette “Mickey” Hamilton of Bedford, in 2022, and Mary Hamilton in infancy.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held for Mary Jo Williams at 10:00am on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Bedford with Father Jegan Peter, Deacon Dave Reising and Deacon Tom Scarlett officiating. Burial will follow at Green Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 3:30pm-7:30pm at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford. The Rosary will be prayed at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, Mary Jo’s family requests donations be made in her memory to the White River Humane Society and the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services.
Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Bradley A. Sowders
Bradley A. Sowders, 74 of Bedford passed away on Tuesday November 12, 2024, at 8:35 AM at the IU Hospice House in Bloomington. He was born in Lawrence County on June 24, 1950, to Delmar and Ola Kathleen (Morrow) Sowders. Bradley married Glenda Frazee in 1982, and she survives.
Bradley was a school bus driver, he was the owner of the Waffle House in Evansville, he was a member of the Shriners, he loved to play Pool, Poker, and his garden, he enjoyed his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Glenda Sowders of Bedford, one son, Mark (Melissa) Sowders of Warsaw, Kentucky, one daughter, Ola (Eric) Jaggers of Bedford, one stepson, Steve (Kem) Frazee of Evansville, grandson, Zach Fulk of Bedford, ten grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
Bradley was preceded in death by his parents, stepson, Mike Webster, three sisters, Rhea Dawn Inman, Norma Bridwell, Patricia Hamilton, three brothers, Larry Sowders, Steve Sowders, and Scott Sowders.
Cremation was chosen, condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com. Cresthaven Funeral Home is entrusted with his care.
Elizabeth Ann Deckard
March 26, 1935 – November 13, 2024
Bedford – Elizabeth Ann Deckard, 89, of Bedford, passed away at 7:15 pm on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Westview Nursing and Rehab. Center.
Born March 26, 1935, in Bedford, she was the daughter of Leo B. and Lena (Norris) Pollard. She married Kenneth Deckard, Sr. on November 14, 1953, and he preceded her in death on August 11, 2006. She was a bookkeeper/ office manager for Deckard Heating & Refrigeration, a member of the Englewood Baptist Church and a founding member of the Glory Road Quartet. She was known for her love of gospel music, sewing and making rolls.
Survivors include two sons, Kenneth Deckard, Jr. and wife Karen, of Bedford and Richard Deckard and wife, Shaunna, of Springville; six grandchildren, James (Janice) Deckard, of Greenfield, IN, Keith (Kimber) Deckard, of Rossville, IN, Jacob (Heidi) Deckard, of Odon, IN, Kevin Deckard, of Bedford, Joe (Dawn) Deckard, of Fairmount, IN, and Kathryan (Daniel Collins) Deckard, of Springville; 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a son, Leo Deckard.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 19th in the Green Hill Cemetery with Pastor Stephen Carter officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Tuesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Robin Renee Terrell
MITCHELL – Robin Renee Terrell, 56, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Indiana University Health Hospice House.
Born November 24, 1967, in Bedford, she was the daughter of Ronald Clay and Marilyn Kay (Workman) Neely.
Surviving are her children, Ashley Roach of Oolitic, Justin Terrell of Bedford, Tia (Jeremy) Brooking of Summerville, South Carolina, Trayson Terrell of Columbus, Haylie Terrell of Oolitic, and Sawyer Terrell of New Albany; grandchildren, Christopher Roach, Nicholas Roach, Jacie Knight, Issac Agan, Mysia Brooking, Peyton Knight, Jaxon Terrell, and Ava Brooking; mother, Marilyn Kay Neely of Mitchell; siblings, Ronna (Anthony) Roberts of Mitchell and Ronald (Melissa) Neely II of Bloomington; three nieces; and two nephews.
Her father preceded her in death.
Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 17, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 18, at Springville West Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service on Sunday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
November 14, 2024
Gerdena Lee “Deno” Stroud
February 4, 1951 – November 13, 2024
Gerdena Lee “Deno” Stroud, 73, of Orleans, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at her residence. She was born February 4, 1951, in Harrison, Arkansas, to Gerald M. and Nellie M. (Suntken) Camp.
Deno was a graduate of Fayetteville High School, Oakland City University and attained four master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education from various universities. She worked at Hoosier Uplands Head Start, was of the Methodist faith and loved Snoopy and children.
Surviving to cherish Deno’s memory is her son, Matt Stroud; brothers, Robert Camp and Melvin (Lea Ann) Camp; several children she considered grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; several great nieces and nephews; several great great nieces and nephews; and her beloved cat, Callie.
Deno was preceded in death by her parents.
Private family services have been selected.
Arrangements for Gerdena “Deno” Stroud have been entrusted to the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes of Bedford.
Memories and condolences may be shared, and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Bradley Anthony Sowders
BEDFORD - Brad was born in Bedford on 6/24/50 he is survived by his wife Glenda Sowders (frazee). Son of Mark Anthony Sowders and his wife Melissa Sowders of Kentucky.
Daughter Ola Kathleen Sowders (Jaggers) and husband Eric of Bedford. Grandson Zachary Faulk, step grandson Luke Jaggers both of Bedford. Stepson Stephan Wayne Frazee and wife Kem of Evansville Grandchildren Andy and Maddison Frazee of Evansville.
Proceeded in death by his father Delmar Sowders his mother Kathleen Sowders and stepson Michael Webster.
November 13, 2024
Johnnie Marie Clark
MITCHELL – Johnnie Marie Clark, 59, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, at her residence.
Born October 15, 1965, in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of Jonathan Edward and Vetty Marie Tharpe. Johnnie married James Kevin Clark in 1992 and he preceded her in death in 2018.
Johnnie enjoyed making macramé. She loved being outdoors, fishing, and especially camping.
Surviving are her children, Christina Mandabach of Mitchell, Jack Mandabach of Springville, Cory Clark of Mitchell, Edward Clark of Mitchell, Christopher Clark of Mitchell, Terry Clark of Mitchell, and Spencer Clark of Mitchell; grandchildren, Trevor House, Logan House, Brianna Mandabach, Mark Mandabach, Bravin Clark, Kenley Clark, Sawyer Clark, Haleigh Clark, Kaden Clark, Jacob Clark, Mayci Clark, Jacquelyn Clark, Joplynn Clark, Hanna Clark, Caitlyn Clark, Rydan Clark, Madison Clark, and Owen Clark; siblings, Trudie Tharpe of Morgantown, Steven Tharpe of Morgantown, and Daniel Tharpe of Morgantown.
Her parents; husband; son, Mark Mandabach; and grandson, Ryker Clark, preceded her in death.
Cremation has been chosen.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Ruby R. Lovell
March 28, 1944 – November 12, 2024
Bedford – Ruby R. Lovell, 80, of Bedford, passed away at 11:40 am on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at I.U. Health Hospice House.
Born March 28, 1944, in Bloomington, she was the daughter of Chester and Inez (Honeycutt) Sipes. She married Jimmie Lovell on June 20, 1969, and he preceded her in death on June 29, 2024. She had been a line worker at Sarkes-Tarzian and later a store manager for Hostess Bakery for 34 years.
Survivors include six children, William Hawkins and wife, Katherine, of Brownstown, Allen Hawkins and companion, Leigh Ann Martin, of Seymour, Lisa Hillenburg and husband, Dwayne, of Bedford, James Earl Lovell, of Springville, Linda Lovell and companion, Terry Graves, of Bedford and Carol Stigall and husband, Kim, of Bedford; two sisters, Joann Taylor, of Brownstown and Norma Jean Turner and husband, Mike, of Heltonville; a brother, Raymond Sipes, of Heltonville; a sister-in-law, Linda Sipes; 10 grandchildren, Adam Hawkins, Dustin Hawkins, Kelly Hawkins, Kayla Reed, Tanner Hawkins, Jacobi Hillenburg, Jareb Hillenburg, Whitney Woerner, Chad Stigall, and Darren Stigall; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, Jimmy Sipes and Bobby Sipes; 2 sisters-in-law, Patsy Sipes and Lenora Sipes; a brother-in-law, Jake Taylor.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 16th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Mark Fugate and Jareb Hillenburg officiating. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, November 15th and from 9:00 am until the hour of service on Saturday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Randall Arthur Jones, Sr.
MITCHELL – Randall Arthur Jones, Sr., 79, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Paoli Health and Living Community.
Born March 25, 1945, in Lawrence County, he was the son of John Paul and Edith (Patton) Jones. He married Judy Leatherman on December 23, 1964 and she preceded him in death on August 10, 2013.
Randall was a U.S. Army veteran. He was self-employed, doing small engine repair. He loved attending the Grace Tabernacle Church in Orleans.
Surviving are his children, Randall A. (Rita) Jones, Jr. of Paoli and Crystal (Rob) Gardener of Huron; grandson, Cody (Heather) Jones of Rigo; great-grandchild, Larsyn Jones; siblings, Brenda “Joyce” Heath of Sacramento, California, Ronald Jones of Hemet, California, Connie Coulter of Mitchell, Judy Birch of Orleans, Daniel Jones of Bloomington, Penny Hardin of Paoli; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Shirley Jones of Mitchell; and brother-in-law, Kenneth Allen of Orleans.
His parents; wife; siblings, Mike Jones, James Jones, and Rachel Allen; and several beloved in-laws, preceded him in death
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 15, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Brother Daniel “Chuck” Jones officiating. Burial will be at Mitchell Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the service on Friday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
November 12, 2024
Richard T. Howell, II
February 26, 1948 – November 6, 2024
Tunnelton – Richard T. Howell, II, 76, of Tunnelton, passed away at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at his residence.
Born February 26, 1948, in Bedford, he was the son of Richard T. and Avis (Roberts) Howell. He married Barbara Bennett on May 25, 1968, and she survives. He had been a machine operator for Manchester Tank and attended the Tunnelton Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara, of Tunnelton; a daughter, Susan Spinks, of Bedford; a sister, Mary Ellen Asbury and husband, Jerry, of Mitchell; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother-in-law, Fred and Beulah Bennett; a son-in-law, Bob Spinks.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 16th at Tunnelton Cemetery with Mark Bennett and Roger Allen officiating. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Robert M. Godsey
February 22, 1940 – November 9, 2024
Robert M. Godsey, 84, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his home. He was born on February 22, 1940, in Bedford, Indiana, to the late Lloyd E. and Florence Ryan Godsey. On June 30, 1975, in Prince Fredrick, Maryland, he married the love of his life Debra Johnson, and she survives.
Robert was a retired Millwright/Carpenter for the union, but he wore many hats. He was also a former diesel mechanic and a long-haul owner-operator truck driver.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Debra Godsey of Bedford, Indiana; children, Sheila Walters of Bowling Green, Bobbi (Kevin) Geary of Oolitic, Indiana, and Terry (Denise) Godsey of Bedford, Indiana; grandchildren, Stephanie (Matt) Kishpaugh, Gregory Nurrenberg, Patrick (Taylor) Price, Derrick (Kaylee) Price, Brynlee Godsey, and Jayden Kemp; great grandchildren, Oliver Price and Maddi Price; sister, Jeannie (Fielding) Lee; and several nieces and nephews.
Robert is preceded by his parents, Lloyd E. and Florence Godsey; daughter, Carla D. Godsey; and two brothers, James L. Godsey and Terry D. Godsey.
Visitation for Robert will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Homes, 818 18th Street, Bedford, Indiana, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM.
Private graveside services will be held at a later date, at Dive Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services.
Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Myrtle Turner
January 23, 1936 – November 9, 2024
Mitchell – Myrtle Turner, 88, of Mitchell, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at her residence.
Born January 20, 1936, in Lawrence Co., she was the daughter of Arlie C. and Elsie Edwards Dowling. She had been an assembly line worker at RCA and a cook at Westview Nursing and Rehab. Center. She was a member of the Work of God Church Mitchell.
Survivors include four children, Sharon Eisele and Mike Strunk (Theresa Pemberton), of Mitchell, Jamie Strunk, and Johnny Turner, of Bedford; six grandchildren including Dalton Strunk (who was raised in her home); several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, a son, Roy Dowling, a son-in-law, Scott Eisele, a great-grandchild, Anthony Wade.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, November 13th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Dwight Dunbar officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 12th at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Nathan Engelking
Nathan Engelking, 47 of Freetown passed away on Thursday November 7, 2024, at 4:04 PM at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Seymour on January 30, 1977, to Gary Engelking and Teresa Spurgeon. Nathan married Melina Engleking, and she survives.
Nathan was a self-employed tree trimmer, he attended the Freetown Church of Christ, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors, he loved being with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Melina Engelking, five children, Austin Engelking, Crystal Engelking, Hunter Engelking, Tayden Francis, and Gavin Anderson, two brothers, Gary Engelking, Jr., and Joshua Anderson, ½ brother, Daniel Engelking, six grandchildren.
Nathan was preceded in death by his father, Gary Engelking, his mother, Teresa Spurgeon, his wife, Crystal Engelking.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday November 14, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Freetown Church of Christ, 7077 North State Road 135, Freetown, Indiana 47235, visitation will be on Thursday from 1:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM at the church, condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com. Cresthaven Funeral Home is entrusted with his care.
Howard Lee Younger
November 3, 1935 – November 9, 2024
Fayetteville – Howard Lee Younger, 89, of Fayetteville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 9, 2024.
He was born to Lawrence and Aela B. Younger, who preceded him in death.
Howard married Sharon Lee Berwick on May 29, 1953, and she preceded him in death after 63 years of marriage. He served in the Indiana National Guard, was a milk truck driver, farmer, and bus driver for 50 plus years. He and Sharon owned and operated Younger Trailer Repair. He attended Needmore High School and was a member of Fayetteville Baptist Church.
He is survived by his four children: Joey (Pam) Younger, of Fayetteville, Christy (Jeff) Williams, of Fayetteville, Karen (Bobby) Williams, of Collierville, TN and Wendy (Scott) Ramsey, of Fayetteville, and his sister, Carol (Jim) McKinney, of Minneapolis, MN.
Blessed with 9 grandchildren: Jeff (Lora) Williams, Misty (Curt) Deckard, Jessica (Nathan) Bailey, Maranda (Troy) Mathews, Jonathan (Dorothy) Williams, Steven (Rachel) Williams, Jacob (Delaney) Ramsey, Garrett Ramsey and Katelyn Ramsey.
13 great-grandchildren were extra blessings: Cole Mathews, Ethan Williams, Taylor Deckard, Carly Mathews, Lewis Williams, Noah Bailey, Hailey Deckard, Jonah Bailey, Evelyn Williams, Owen Williams, Harper Mae Williams, Judah Lee Williams, Elliott Ramsey.
He was loved by several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at the Fayetteville Baptist Church on Friday, November 15th at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. Pastor Kenny Walden, Pastor Jeff Williams, and pastor Bobby Williams will officiate. Visitation will be on Thursday, November 14th from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm also at the church. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Sharon Faye Crane
February 1, 1951 – November 8, 2024
Sharon (Vaught) Crane, 73, of Bedford, IN, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024, at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington, IN. She was the daughter of Richard Vaught and Betty (Smith) Spellings. She was loved and raised by Louis and Juanita Fiddler. Sharon married John Richard Crane in April of 1973 at Grace Methodist in Bedford.
Sharon worked at RCA and Kmart for several years each. She then went to work at Ford/Visteon and she eventually retired from there.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Sharon are her three sons, James Michael (Rachel Fields) Crane, John “Johnny” William (Rikki) Crane, Jeremy Richard (Kristen) Crane. She is also survived by two brothers, Rick (Georgetta) Vaught, and Ed (Brenda) Fiddler; four sisters, Pam (Mark) Duncan, Alma (Walter) Lynn, Brenda Yeary, and Maude Cook; Grandchildren, Halie Crane, Kyah Grubb, Alex Crane, MaKayla Grubb, Cameryn (Cole Reynolds) Crane, Bracie Crane, Gibson Crane, Emry Faye Crane, Dixon Crane, and Drake Crane; four great grandchildren, Landon, Carla, Charlee, and Cleo; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, adoptive parents; three sisters, Helen Godsey, Jeanette Sorrells, and Rita Weddle; four brothers, Charlie Fiddler, Jack Fiddler, Phil Vaught, and Mike Bailey.
Sharon married the love of her life, John, in 1973. Tragically, she lost him in 1983 after only 9 years of marriage. That nine years solidified a love and a bond that, to this day, has not broken. If you talked to her, his name always came up in the conversation because her love and her grief were as fresh as on the day he passed.
Sharon had a beautifully large family and loved spending time with them. She loved to tell stories about her childhood and about those who had major impacts on her life. Her Uncle Boomie Vaught, her stepfather Brit Spellings, her siblings, and grandparents George and Florence Vaught were the subject of many of those wonderful stories. She always enjoyed playing cards, dominoes, gatherings on the family lot, and bragging about her children and grandchildren. She never minced words, and you always knew where you stood with her. If she loved you, you knew you were loved. She will be missed by so many.
Funeral services for Sharon will be held Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 11:00am at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford, with pastor Mark Duncan officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Springs Church of Christ cemetery in Shoals. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, also at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel in Bedford.
Donations in memory of Sharon may be made to IU Hospice House or White River Humane Society.
Memories and condolences may be shared and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Kyle Brandon Edwards
MITCHELL – Kyle Brandon Edwards, 39, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital.
Born May 2, 1985, in Paoli, he was the son of Kenneth W. and Marsha K. (Onley) Edwards.
Kyle lived for his family and had a very caring, kind heart. He was an avid race car driver and loved to ride and race his 4-wheeler. Kyle enjoyed music and playing his guitar. His hobbies also included fishing, watching movies, and cooking. He worked as a technician for Edwards Heating & Cooling and attended the Mitchell First Baptist Church. Kyle was the funniest person you ever met and could always make people laugh.
Surviving are his parents, Kenneth and Marsha Edwards of Mitchell; siblings, Stephanie (Eric Foster) Edwards of Mitchell, Kristie (Michael) Wright of Orleans, April Edwards of Bedford, and Chad Hall of Mitchell; maternal grandfather, Larry McNabb of Mitchell; girlfriend, Pearl Trinkle of Mitchell; nieces and nephews, Jada Pruett, Miley Pruett, Avery Brand, Alexis Ramsey, Dersie Strother, Nick Lindsey, Brandon Edwards, and Sadie Foddrill; great-nieces, Haisley Woods and Wrenlee Woods; and several other great-nieces and nephews.
His sister, Cynthia Marie Brand; maternal grandmother, Brenda McNabb; paternal grandfather, William K. Edwards; and paternal grandmother, Marjorie I. Edwards, preceded him in death.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Pastor Steve Jones officiating. Burial will be at Cresthaven Memory Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Adam Tyler Hendrickson Crouch
August 8, 2000 – November 1, 2024
Adam Tyler Hendrickson Crouch, 24, of Bedford, IN, passed away on November 1st, 2024. He was born on August 8th, 2000, in Bloomington IN.
Adam was a light in many people’s lives. He took pride in many of his aspirations. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, welding, online gaming, and spending time with friends and family. Adam worked in Florida as an environmental spray technician, where he spent time with iguana’s, alligators, snakes, ducks, and operated air boats, tractors, and pulled heavy equipment. He worked in Bloomington as a tech at a mental health hospital, wanting to help others who were fighting the same battles he fought so hard. These two jobs described Adam very well. His passion for these jobs was admirable. He had more sad times than most will ever know, and he stayed conscientious, caring, moral and strong for many years. He was outgoing and enjoyed exploring, but also cared about the well-being of others and was always sticking up for people anytime he saw they needed it.
If you met Adam, you were guaranteed to learn something interesting. He was a person who carried a heavy interest in learning and devotion to understanding. His ability to learn every detail was beyond astonishing. Most people know Adam for his selfless behavior. He didn’t need a reason, benefit, or desire to provide you with his company. Adam had the personality to fill a room with laughter and he was an avid protector of his mother and his two siblings.
Saying goodbye so soon isn’t something we had planned. The memories, laughter, and love Adam has given us can bring us joy as we remember him. In every memory we find and hold onto a part of him. His smile, laughter, selflessness, and charismatic soul echoes deep into our hearts.
Adam is survived by his mother, December Hendrickson; his sister, Kristin Mullis; his brother, Axl Smedley; his brother, Joshua Crouch; his sister, Lydia Smith; his brother, Ashton Crouch; his sister, Kya Crouch; his aunt, Jennifer Duncan; his uncle, Brandon Duncan and his cousin Miah Duncan who were also his second family; his best friend, Brady (Hailey) Bowers and Adam’s niece who brought him so much joy, Ellie Bowers; his Grandad Bruce (Jennifer) Crouch; as well as many other aunts uncles cousins and friends who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Carol and Michael Hendrickson; his Grandmother, Inez Duncan; his great Grandad and Granny, Rolla (Christine) Hendrickson Sr.; and his great Grandparents, Joyce and Roger Croy.
Services will be Saturday November 16th at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Bloomington, Indiana, time pending. Times will be posted at www.FergusonLee.com as soon as everything is finalized.
The care of and arrangements for Adam have been entrusted to the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.FergusonLee.com.
November 7, 2024
Carl R. East
March 30, 1937 – November 6, 2024
Carl R East, 87, passed away on November 6th, 2024, at his residence in Bedford, IN. Born March 30th, 1937, in Lawrence County, he was the son of James and Thelma (Mayfield) East.
Carl was a Bedford High School graduate. He retired from the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier in Bedford where he worked for over 30 years. And was a United States Navy veteran. He loved his country and loved his family. He treated his family with love and kindness and spent his life taking care of them. He was well liked by anybody who met him, and as a devoted Catholic he was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. He is going to be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Surviving is one brother, Terry East; two sisters, Ruby East and Opal Lee Beltran; and many nieces and nephews; Gary, Regina, Ed, Alan, Tim, Steve, Pat, Mary Anne, Karen, Linda, Desiree, Terrie, Jackie, Tonya, Cheryl, Susan, Becky, Michael, Nokia and Mark.
Carl was preceded in death by her parents, James East & Thelma (Mayfield) East; his four brothers, James East, Frank East, Cecil East and Rufus Marion East; his three sisters, Sally Root Ollis, Etta Jean East, and Carolyn East; one nephew, Frank East Jr; and his two nieces, Thereasa Gail East and Maragret Rose Weber.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Carl East and his sister-in-law, Nancy East, on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, at 11:00am at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Bedford with Father Jegan Peter and Deacon Dave Reising officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery with military rites being accorded by the Honor Guard of the American Legion Gillen Post #33. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00pm.
Memories and condolences may be shared, and flowers ordered at www.fergusonlee.com.
Myra L. England
June 6, 1945 – November 6, 2024
Bedford – Myra L. England, 79, of Bedford, passed away at 8:40 am on November 6, 2024, at her residence. Born June 6, 1945, in Bedford, she was the daughter of James H. and Elsie l. (Kern) Brock. She was a Nurse’s Aide and an Administration Assistant in the Physicial Therapy Department at Dunn Hospital. She married Denver England on February 3, 2010, and he survives.
Survivors include her husband, Denver, of Bedford; children, Debbie Shellhase and husband, Dustin, of New Hampshire, Kim Wray and husband, Ed, of Bedford, Donna England, of Connecticutt, Rick Nicholson and wife, Melissa, of Springville, Denver England, Jr., of Texas, Christy Jill Alden and husband, Vance, of Bedford, Mike Nicholson and wife, LuAnn, of Bedford, Ken England and wife, Kimberly, of Cambridge City, IN; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenneth G. Brock. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Chris Alan Nicholson; two siblings, Jimmie Brock and Mona Cobb.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 11th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Brian David Brock officiating. Burial will follow in Old Union Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until the hour of service on Monday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to the White River Humane Society. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Barbara Jean Howard
MITCHELL – Barbara Jean Howard, 90, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at her residence.
Born November 2, 1934, in Harlan, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Richard Aaron and Cassie (Noe) Brown. Barbara married John R. Howard in 1957 and he preceded her in death in 2018.
Barbara was a graduate of Harlan High School. She worked as a florist and sold mobile homes. She loved crossword puzzles and watching TV. Barbara was a funny, caring, witty, and generous person.
Surviving are her son, Wesley B. Howard of Mitchell and sister, Brenda (Brown) Turner of Bloomington.
Her parents; husband; sons, Byron K. Howard and Marvin A. Howard; grandson, Kevin Howard; and siblings, Norman C. Blanton, Richard L. Blanton, Mary V. Morrisette, and Robert K. Brown, preceded her in death.
Cremation has been chosen.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chastainfuneralhome.com
Richard Howell
Richard Howell, 76, of Tunnelton, passed away on Wednesday, November 6th. Arrangements are pending at the Day & Carter Mortuary.
November 6, 2024
Nancy Rose Vaught East
December 30, 1941 – November 4, 2024
Nancy Rose Vaught East, 82, of Bedford, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family. Born December 30, 1941 in Bedford, to Reed and Emma Vaught. She married Cecil East September 15, 1964 in Bedford, and he preceded her in death on January 18, 2020.
Nancy Rose graduated from Bedford High School. She was a bookkeeper and an avid IU fan. Nancy was a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Nancy, are her daughters, Cheryl (Todd)Taylor, Susan East, Rebecca (Jeremy) Lewis; one son, Michael (Marissa) East; Grandchildren, Lauren (Matt) Southern, Nicholas Kaufman, Will Taylor, Nathan Moore, Henry East, Harlan Lewis, Nancy Lewis, and Sloane East; Great Grandchildren, Archer Southern and Luna Southern.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Cecil East.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Nancy East on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 11:00am at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Bedford with Fr. Jegan Peter and Deacon Dave Reising officiating. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00pm.
Donations in memory of Nancy may be made to the Hope Resource Center in Bedford.
Memories and condolences may be shared, and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
Vickie Kinser
Vickie Kinser, 83 of Heltonville passed away on November 3, 2024, at 12:15 AM at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. She was born in Monroe County on January 31, 141, to Thomas Hupp and Helen (Ray) Hupp. Vickie married Verden Kinser on May 26, 1956, and he preceded her in death. Vickie worked at RCA in Bloomington, was a hairdresser, and worked at PRD in Bedford.
She is survived by one daughter, Shelia Donica of Heltonville, six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, James “Jimmy” Kinser, one daughter, Susan Meadows, and one brother, Clifton Hupp.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday November 8, 2024, at Meadows Church of God Cemetery, 939 Meadows Church Road, Heltonville, Indiana. Condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com. Cresthaven Funeral Home is entrusted with her care.
Jerry Allen Haper
December 7, 1941 – November 3, 2024
Jerry Allen Haper, 82, passed away on November 3, 2024, at his home in Seymour. He was born on December 7, 1941, to the late Mary Runge Haper and Carl Haper. On July 11, 1970, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, he married Kathryn Sprunger and she survives.
Jerry was a lifelong member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, was confirmed there in Christ in 1955, and held many offices in the church over the years. He graduated from Seymour High School in 1959. Jerry loved Jesus, his church, and his family.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Kathyrn Haper; children, Lori Haper Arnett and Timothy (Charina) Haper; grandchildren, Melissa (Adam) Huber, Ryan (Celia) Arnett, Mildred Haper, Emmaline Haper, and Jeffrey Haper; great grandchildren, Anna Huber, Brinley Arnett, and Rowan Arnett; as well as several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded by his parents; sister, Henrietta Haper; and son-in-law, David Arnett.
Funeral services will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 504 North Walnut St., Seymour, on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 10:30am with Rev. Andrew J. Currao and Rev. Zachary R. Huffman officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at the Burkholder Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes, 419 North Chestnut Street, Seymour, and on Saturday, from 9:30am until the time of service at the church.
The family requests memorial donations be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church Building Fund and Schneck Hospice.
Memories and condolences may be shared, and flowers ordered at www.BurkholderFuneralChapel.com.
Ronald George Dorsett
Ronald George Dorsett, age 77, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024, in Florida with his loving wife by his side. Born on February 27, 1947 in Lawrence County, Indiana, Ronnie was the son of the late George Washington and Lona Taflinger Dorsett.
Ronnie was a graduate of Mitchell High School in 1965. He retired from General Motors as a tool room welder. He was part-owner of E&R Fabrication.
Ronnie enjoyed golfing, racing, tractor and car restoration, fabrication, and farming. If you could dream it, Ronnie could build it. Ronnie loved and could fix anything with a motor, whether it would be a motorcycle, car, truck, or piece of equipment. Ronnie also built and raced sprint cars on the Outlaw Series in his earlier years.
Ronnie was a member of the Bedford Boat and Sportsman’s Club, the VFW, and The American Legion.
He met and married the love of his life, Brenda (Thralls) Dorsett and married April 1, 1966. They created a loving and beautiful life together for over 58 years. Together they raised their son, Mark, in Mitchell, Indiana.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Brenda, sister Kathy (John) Street. Brother-in-Law Eddie Thralls, nephews Chris (Casey) Street, Dustin Street, and Chad Thralls.
Ronnie is preceded in death by his son, Mark Dorsett, daughter, Kimberly Dorsett, his parents George and Lona Dorsett, Brother-in-Law Alan Thralls, Mother and Father-in-Law Charles and Barbara Thralls.
Cremation was chosen and there will be no services at this time.
Robert “Bruce” Bateman
Robert “Bruce” Bateman, 72 of Shoals passed away on Sunday November 3, 2024, at 10:09 PM at Memorial Hospital in Jasper. Bruce was born in Bedford on June 5, 1952, to Rebert and Roma Sue (Sipes) Bateman. Bruce married Virginia “Rachel” Diamond on March 28, 1970, and she survives. Bruce was the owner of B &D Contracting; he was a graduate of Shoals High School.
Survivors include his wife, Rachel Bateman of Trinity Springs, two daughters, Lori (Jeff) Lundy of Shoals, and Missy (Jeff) Buffington of Bedford, four grandchildren, Garrett Bateman, Gage (Kensie) Lundy, Maddie Buffington, and Kramer Buffington, three great grandchildren, Asher Lundy, Max and Milo Buffington, one sister, Susan (Mike) Chastain of Indian Springs.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation was chosen with a celebration of his life at a later date, Cresthaven Funeral Home is entrusted with his care, condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com.
Sally Jean Cox
February 16, 1939 – November 3, 2024
Bedford – Sally Jean Cox, 85, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family. Born February 16, 1939, in London, KY, she was the daughter of Walter and Julia Rush. She married Joe Cox in 1956, and he preceded her in death. She retired from M. Fine & Sons.
Survivors include sons, Rocky (Shelly) Cox, and Terry Cox, all of Bedford; a daughter, Sandra Dowling, of Bedford; grandchildren, Stephen Lake, Derek (Ashley) Dowling, Dustin Cox, Jesse Cox, Braden (Emma) Cox, Morgan Lambert; several great-grandchildren who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, daughter, Linda Lake; son-in-law, Doug Dowling; daughter-in-law, Kathy Cox; brothers and sister.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, November 6th at Green Hill Cemetery with Pastor David Ferry officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Norma J. Gilstrap
January 15, 1927 – November 3, 2024
Bedford – Norma J. Gilstrap, 97, of Bedford, passed away at 1:45 am, on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Stonebridge Health Campus.
Born January 15, 1927, in Lawrence Co., she was the daughter of Oran B. and Gladys L. (Nelson) Chapman. She married William C. “Bill” Gilstrap on April 19, 1947, and he preceded her in death on December 6, 2012. She had been a beautician for 25 years. She was a member of the Central Church of Christ for 50 years and the Order of the Eastern Star for 25 years.
Survivors include three daughters, Gaylene (Daniel) Layton, of Greencastle, IN, Jo Ellen (Kevin) Brinegar, of Heltonville, and Sondra (Richard) Blaschke, of Bedford; five grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother, James N. Chapman.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, November 5th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Rick Leach officiating. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until the hour of service on Tuesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Church of Christ. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.
Stacey Shane Ely
Stacey Shane Ely, 51 of Washington passed away on Saturday November 2, 2024. He was born in Bedford on July 24, 1973, to Nathaniel Ely and Sara (Thomas) Roberts. Stacey married Louisa J. (Tolbert) Ely in 1999, and she survives. Stacey worked as a machine operator at Printpak in Bloomington, he was a talented drummer playing in several bands, he loved to ride his motorcycle, he was an avid camper, and he loved music. He was a graduate of Mitchell High School in 1991.
Survivors include his wife, Louisa J. Ely, his children, Stephanie Young, Samantha Young, and Jada Ely, his mother, Sara Roberts, his father, Nathaniel Ely, his sister, Janelle Edwards, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday November 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Cresthaven Funeral Home, with Dwight Dunbar, officiating, cremation will follow, visitation will be on Wednesday November 6, 2024, from 1:00 PM until service time at 6:00 PM at Cresthaven Funeral Home, condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com.
Laramie “Larry” Dale Hillenburg
Laramie “Larry” Dale Hillenburg, 87, of Bedford died at 11:45 pm on October 31, 2024, at IU Health Bedford Hospital.
Larry was born February 7, 1937, in his grandparents’ home in Bedford, Indiana to Dorothy Mae McKee and Winfred Dale Hillenberg. Dorothy and Winfred Hillenberg raised Larry in Lawrence County, Indiana and also in Crawford, Texas along with his younger sister, Judy Hillenberg. Judy,of Williams survives.
Larry worked for a time at Philco in Bedford before joining the Air Force. The Air Force used Larry’s name as written on his birth certificate “Hillenburg” which was an overlooked typo never corrected. Larry was a Military Policeman and stationed in Germany & Japan. Larry was a very good shot with a rifle. He participated in sharp shooting competitions while serving in the Air Force in Honolulu Hawaii.
On December 23rd, 1961, Larry married Sharon Kay Waggoner and they moved to Washington DC where Larry was stationed at Andrews Air Force Base.
On November 22, 1963, Larry was sleeping after working an overnight shift when he was called in to duty “stat” after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Larry was a witness to Jackie Kennedy arriving back to Andrews Air Force Base in her pink dress covered in her husband’s blood.
After serving 8 years in the US Air Force, Larry was honorably discharged and moved back to Bedford, Indiana with his family which then included a daughter, Tina Mae Hillenburg and later a son, James “Jim” Hillenburg.
Larry served his community for 21 years rising to the rank of Major on the Bedford Police Department while also working part time as an EMT for Dunn Hospital on his days off. After his retirement from the BPD he continued to serve the community as a BPD dispatcher.
Larry was a member of the Spice Valley Church of Christ, a life-long Democrat, and a member of the F.O.P. #94.
Larry’s life was far more than his jobs. He was a brother who seemed at times more like a second dad to his younger sister. He was a devoted husband who to the end of his life always thought first of his wife’s needs over his own. He was a father who did his best to raise his children to be good people. He was a grandfather who shared his knowledge and love of hunting and fishing with his grandson and let his granddaughter beat him at checkers just to see her joy over winning. A man who cared for his friends, community, and country.
Larry was loved by his family and is already missed.
Laramie is preceded in death by his parents, Winfred Dale Hillenberg and Dorothy Mae McKee Clampitt and his daughter, Tina Mae Hillenburg.
Laramie is survived by his wife, Sharon Kay Hillenburg, a son, Jim Hillenburg and his wife, Sarah of Williams, two grandchildren, Chelsea and her husband Connor Hamblett of Columbus, Ohio, and Evan and his wife, Lauren Hillenburg of Avoca and two great grandchildren, Mason and Elsie.
Visitation will be held at Day & Carter Mortuary in Bedford Indiana on Sunday, November 17 at 12:30 pm until 3:30 pm with a service to follow at 3:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in honor of Laramie Hillenburg to:
F.O.P. #94
P.O. Box 52
Bedford, IN 47421
Or
Lawrence County Democratic Party
P.O. Box 42
Bedford IN 47421
Michael Dale Beasley
MITCHELL – Michael Dale Beasley, 75, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, at his residence.
Born October 10, 1949, in Mitchell, he was the son of Noble “Buck” Elmer and Rosie May (Hardin) Beasley. He married Anita Kay Compton on February 17, 1968, and she survives.
Michael worked at Carpenter Body Works, retired after 21 years from Lehigh Cement Company, and then worked at NSWC Crane. He was a 1967 graduate of Mitchell High School and a member of the Mitchell Wesleyan Church. Michael was a woodworker and handyman. He could make or fix anything and made many things for his family. He enjoyed fishing and sitting on his porch and he loved his family.
Survivors include his wife, Anita Kay Beasley of Mitchell; children, Tammy Kay Beasley of Mitchell and James Michael (Jeni) Beasley of Mitchell, granddaughters, Jolene Hunter and Emma Beasley; and sister, Peggy Lee McCameron of Mitchell.
His parents and siblings, Kenneth Wayne Beasley, Patty Ann George, Noble “Buddy” Beasley, Jr, David Beasley, and Stephen James Beasley, preceded him in death.
Cremation has been chosen with a Celebration of Life at a later date.
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