Obituaries — October 2025

October 4, 2025

Donald E. Hudson

September 8, 1940 – October 1, 2025

Donald E. Hudson, 85, of Bedford, passed away October 1, 2025, at Indiana University Hospice House in Bloomington, Indiana. He was born on September 8, 1940, in Enid, Oklahoma, to the late Joseph and Ethel (Richards) Hudson.

Don was truly a lover of life. He never met a stranger, always had a joke to share, and was Rodney Dangerfield’s biggest fan. His humor and warmth made him a friend to everyone who knew him.

As a boy, Don traveled throughout the West with his family, living in Oregon, Oklahoma, and Illinois, before graduating from Centralia High School in 1959. He married Karen Payne in 1960, and together they raised two children. His career began in sales with J.C. Penney, where he worked his way up to assistant manager, taking him to Princeton, Crawfordsville, and finally Bedford, Indiana.

It was Bedford that captured his heart. Wanting to remain in the community he loved, Don left J.C. Penney to work for Citizens National Bank. His love of photography and people soon led him to launch his own business in 1982, beginning with a friend’s wedding. Hudson’s Photography and Hobby Shop grew into a thriving family business, where Don worked alongside his son, Kevin. The business became a Bedford staple, and Kevin continues to carry on his father’s legacy today.

Don was a man of many passions and hobbies. A skilled woodworking craftsman, he created beautiful pieces out of fine hardwoods, including jewelry boxes and intricate radio-controlled mahogany boats. He had a lifelong love for radio-controlled planes, helicopters, and model trains, and he later expanded his photography business to include a hobby shop. He enjoyed boating, fishing, golfing, butterfly and arrowhead collecting, tropical fish and even spelunking, exploring unmapped caves in Indiana with adventurous curiosity. Above all, he cherished his family and took great joy in spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

On July 24, 1982, Don married Martha Goodin Hilderbrand, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Kevin (Tammy Duncan) Hudson and Kim (Scott) Turner; stepchildren Jennifer (Brian) Daggy and Chad (Andrea) Hilderbrand; grandchildren Keaton (Shelby) Turner, Madison (Griffen) Dahlstrom, Spencer (Meredith) Turner, Lilli Daggy, Bennett Daggy, Grayson Hilderbrand, and Caroline Hilderbrand; and great-grandchildren Andrew, Grace, and Kate Turner; Spencer, Elle, Coco, and Poppy Dahlstrom; and Millie Kate and Annie Turner. He also leaves behind his brother Richard Hudson and sister Frances Reilly.

Preceding him in death were his wife Martha, his parents, his brother Kenneth Hudson, and his sister Alyne Poe.

Don’s presence will be deeply missed, but his love of life, his sense of humor, and the joy he brought to others will live on through his family, friends, and the Bedford community he called home.

Services for Don will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes, 818 18th Street, Bedford, Indiana 47421, with burial following at Green Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 4:00–7:00 p.m., and on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Otis Park Golf Course, a place Don loved.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.FergusonLee.com.

October 3, 2025

George Marion Cunnington

November 17, 1947 – October 1, 2025

George Cunnington, 77, of Bedford, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
Born November 17, 1947, in Hartford City, he was the son of Charles David Cunnington and Wilma June Teegarden.

He was a graduate of Swayzee High School and was a retired tool and die maker at General Motors in Bedford, IN. George was an attendee at Cowboy Church and had a lifelong love of horse, cattle, and camping. He was also a proud Corvette enthusiast.

Surviving to cherish his memory are his two sons, Glen Cunnington and Thomas (Jill) Cunnington; one granddaughter, Amanda Baker; and two great grandchildren, Carli and Liam Baker.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles David Cunnington and Wilma June Teegarden; his sister, Diana Taylor; and one brother, Charles Cunnington.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes, 818 18th Street, Bedford, Indiana, with Pastor Philip Thorne officiating. Burial will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery in Shoals, IN. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Ferguson-Lee Chapel.

Memories may be shared, condolences sent, and flowers ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.

The staff of Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes is honored to have been entrusted with the arrangements for George Cunnington.

Marty Lee Eagans

January 17, 1956 – October 2, 2025

East Oolitic – Marty Lee Eagans, 69, of East Oolitic, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at his residence.

Born January 17, 1956, in Lawrence Co., he was the son of Claude and Rosalie Eagans. He married Kathy Terrell and she preceded him in death on November 24, 2009. He was an operator at Bedford Recycling.

Survivors include a son, Brent Eagans (Crystal); a son-in-law, Jody Sullivan; a sister, Evelyn Terrell; a sister-in-law, Linda Eagans; grandchildren, Nyschell (Tramas) Ault, Katelyn (Deaujujan) Cody, Kaylyn (Christian) Turner, Brentlee (Christina) Sullivan, Michael (McKenzie) Sullivan, Madolyn (David) King, Joey Sullivan, and Seanna Eagans; 29 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy; his parents; a son, Stevie Eagans; a daughter, Crystal Sullivan; brothers, Larry Eagans, Kevin Taylor, Mike Luttrell and Brad Taylor; a sister, Sharon Roll.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 7th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Millard Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Patton Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, October 6th at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.

October 1, 2025

Wesley Lee Woods

May 17, 2024 – September 30, 2025

Bedford – Wesley Lee Woods, of Bedford, passed away at 5:07 pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.

Born May 17, 2024, in Bloomington, he was the son of Tyson Lee Woods and Riley M. Deon.

Surviving with his parents is a baby sister, Haysley Marie Woods, due in February, his paternal grandparents, Kristie Phillips, and Eric Woods, of Bedford; his maternal grandmothers, , April Deon, of Bedford, Jennifer Fields, of Bedford; aunts and uncles, Carrie and Bobby Cook, Jonathon Phillips and Kyra, Makensie Woods, C.J. Woods, Kyndal Woods, Ryan Woods, Spencer Deon, Bobby Woods, and Faith Deon; great-grandparents, Johnny and Karen Phillips, of Bedford, Shelly and Scott Whalley, Glen and Vickie Woods, Fred Payton, and Clyde Deon; a great-great-grandmother, Iva White; several cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmothers, Tessa Payton and Debra Deon; great-grandparents, Don and Patty Stalker .

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Monday, October 6th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor Reno Bates officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the hour of service on Monday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.

Thomas Charles Hall

MITCHELL – Thomas Charles Hall, 69, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born May 30, 1956, in Wyandotte, Michigan, he was the son of Mary Catherine (Bowden) Taylor.  He married Rita J. Hawk on August 16, 1975 and she preceded him in death October 28, 2002.

Tom was a 1975 graduate of Mitchell High School and he retired from Dana Incorporated.  He enjoyed camping and target shooting, and was a member of the National Rifle Association.

Surviving are his son, Brandon (Tammy) Hall of Mitchell.

His mother; wife; and brothers, Greg Bowden and Donald Hall, preceded him in death.

A private graveside service was held at Mitchell Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff of Augustes Cottage of Westview and Heart to Heart Hospice for their wonderful care.

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