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Class of 1970's Website.


1970-2021


It has come to our attention that Pam Stanczak passed away on November 14, 2022. 

No obituary was available but Pam's profile page and some details of her passing can be found on the "In Memory" page.  Our thoughts are with Pam's family upon their loss.  Pam was the sister of Jill Stanczak Martin, Class of 1969.

 


We have lost another classmate.  Tom Held passed away on December 16th, 2023 after an extended battle with dementia.  Our thoughts are with his wife, Cindy and Tom’s entire family. Tom's obituary is posted on the "In Memory" page.  Several years ago, Tom constructed three pages on our web site.  They are “Groovy 60’s Dances”, “Bands of the 1960’s”, and “1960’s Music Memorabilia” located at the left side of this page.  I will leave them untouched as Tom constructed them as long as our site exists as a tribute to Tom.


We have lost 6 classmates this year.  Unfortunately we are in that time of life.  We lost a great one on December 11th, 2023 when Dannie Roark passed away.  Dannie was certainly one of a kind and will be missed by all.  Our thoughts are with Dannie's wife, Brenda, and his entire family.  Dannie's obituary is on the "In Memory" page.

 


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, David Stone, upon his untimely passing, due to an accidental fall.  David's obituary is on the "In Memory" page.


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, Tommy Flickinger, who passed away on October 19, 2023.  Tom's obituary is in the "In Memory" page.  

 


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, Rita Hancock, upon her passing on September 21, 2023.  Rita's obituary is posted on the "In Memory" page. 


Our thoughts are with Cathy Zollars Swenson on the passing of her mother, Ardythe Lee Zollars.  Mrs. Zollars' obituary is in the Announcements section at the bottom of this page. 


We lost another classmate on May 23, 2023. Steve Telligman passed after a short illness.  Our thoughts are with Steve's wife Debbie (Odell), also our classmate, during this difficult time.  Steve's obituary has been posted on the In Memory page.


 


Our Classmate, Allen Mcnew passed away on April 22, 2023.  Our thoughts are with his family and friends.  Allen's obituary is posted on the In Memory page.


 

Our thoughts are with Joe Robbins on the passing of his mother, Lucille Robbins.  Her obituary is at the bottom of this page in Announements.


Our thoughts are with Rita Hancock on the passing of her mother, Mrs. Marilyn Jean Hancock.  Mrs. Hancock's obituary is in the announcements at the bottom of this page.  


Our thoughts are with Angela Pieper Holscher on the passing of her father, Mr. Leroy Pieper.  His obituary is in the Announcements at the bottom of this page.


Our thoughts are with our classmate, Ruth Hagemeier Wesner, upon the passing of her husband, Jim Wesner.  Jim was a member of the class of 1969 and was a Viet Nam Veteran.  Jim's obituary is in the announcements section at the bottom of this page. 


We recently received the obituary for the mother of Judy Stout Anderson.  Mrs. Stout passed on October 13, 2021.  Her obituary is listed at the bottom of this page in Announcements.  Our thoughts are with Judy and her family.


Our thoughts are with Steve Stremming and his family on the passing of Steve's, mother, Mrs. Dorothy O. Stremming on March 28, 2022.  Her obituary is at the bottom of this page in the Announcements Section.


Our thoughts are with Kathy Curry Hamm and her family upon the passing of her mother, Kathleen Pack.  Her obituary is at the bottom of this page in the announcement section.  


Our thoughts and prayers are with Donna LeMal, on the passing of her husband, James Spore, on December 28, 2021. His obituary is posted in the Announcement section at the bottom of this page.


Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Henry Bobe who lost his battle on 9/20/2021.  Henry's obituary is posted on the "In Memory" page

Henry Bobe, 1952-2021


Dear Classmates :

Due to Covid and the possible health  risks , the Class of 1970 class reunion that was planned for Oct 2  is being canceled . Your reservation money we will returned and will be sent to you soon .

The committee hopes to be able to plan a future event at some point in time .  We will keep you informed .

If you have any questions about the cancellation, contact Karen at 

ckkascott@yahoo.com or Susan at skwolfe52@gmail.com

Thanks 

Reunion Committee


It has come to our attention that Mark Arganbright passed away on February 12, 2021. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Mark's obituary is on the "In Memory" link on the left side of this page.

 


Brenda Kelsey Volling passed away on September 28, 2020. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. Brenda's obituary has been posted on her "In Memory" page.


It has come to our attention that Marjorie Dillon Cutsinger passed away over three years ago on July 1, 2017. We regret not knowing sooner about her passing. Our thoughts are with her family.


Welcome Dave Cullen, Class of 69, to our site. Glad to have you.


Our thoughts are with the family of Kent Cogswell who passed away on July 9, 2020. Kent's obituary is available at the bottom of this page in announcements.



Our thoughts are with Sandra Thuis Yenne on the passing of her mother, Mrs. Betty Ann Thuis. Her obituary is in the Announcements section at the bottom of this page.


Our thoughts are with the family of Donna Clinkenbeard, who passed on June 5, 2020. Donna was from the Class of 71 and was a Guest Member on our class site. Donna's obituary is in the announements at the bottom of this page.


It has been a sad few months for the Class of 70.  I was just informed that Becky Perry Simrock has passed away.  Her obituary will be posted when available.  Our thoughts are with Becky’s family during this difficult time.


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, John Thompson, upon his passing.  John lost his wife, Patty, and fellow classmate, on June 25th, of this year.  John’s obituary has been posted at the bottom of this page and on the “In Memory” page.


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, Kenny Bowlin, who passed on August 7th, 2019.  The obituary has been posted in the announcements section at the bottom of this page. 


Our thoughts are with the family of our classmate, Patty Stanczak Thompson.  Patty passed on June 25th, 2019.  Patty was married to our classmate John Thompson.  Please keep John in your thoughts ane prayers.  Patty's obituary is in the Announcements section at the bottom of this page.



Our thoughts are with the family of our former teacher, Mr. Jim Beery.  I know Mr. Beery was one of my favorite teachers at North Knox as I am sure he was also yours.  He was successful in so many ways besides being a teacher, but mostly successful at being a great human being.  His obituary is at the bottom of this page in Announcements.

 


 


I was just informed by Beryl Bright Earhart, that our classmate, Steven R. Earhart, passed away last December.  Steve's obituary has been posted on the "In Memory" page of our site under his name.  Our thoughts are with the family of Steve.

 


If anyone has forgotten their password, please email me and I will reset it for you.


The 46th Reunion of the Class of 1970 was a success.  Thanks to all who made it happen.

 

 

 Check out the "46th Reunion" LINK to the left for all the pictures.

 

 


 


 

Thanks to this hardworking reunion committee for planning our 46th Class Reunion. 

Linda Marcoux Waldroup, Henry Bobe, Rachel Varns Parker, Brenda Holmes DeWeese, Ruth Hagemeier Wesner, Luellen Byrer Miller, Dan Roark, and Lonnie Moore.  Sharon Maberto Hobson left before the picture was taken.

 

 



 

Thanks to Curtis Scott for sending these pictures from 51 years ago of the mighty North Knox Warriors Freshman Basketball Team.  Can it really be 51 years ago?  See if you can ID some of the members.  The names are at the bottom of the pictures.

10  Don Boyles

14  Randy Harvey

50  Dan Roark

35  Bruce Thompson

44  Dick Finke

52  Mike Early

12 Jeff Lynn

22  Don Dyer

30  Dennis Pinnick

24 Joe Koenig

54  Curtis Scott

40  Tim McCallum

34  Kent Harding

42  Mike Wolfe

20  Steve Sanders

3_  Wayne Boberg  (Not sure of his freshman number. He played JV under number 50 but I could only make out the first number on his freshman jersey.  It was thirty something, sorry)

 

Coach Charles J. Lentz


If you prefer looking at this site while on Facebook, follow the steps below:

 

  1. Log into our class web site at http://NorthKnox70.com.
  2. Click the "Class Connection" link under Member Functions.
  3. On the Class Connection Join Screen click the blue "Join Class" button and accept the app permissions. For our guest members, join Class Connection under your class year.  You can then visit the Class of 70 by still visiting NorthKnox.70.com  or by clicking “visit another class” on the Facebook App.
  4. Once you join, you will then find "Class Connection" on the left side of you FB page under Favorites.  Just click on "Class Connection" and you can then look at our site while on FB. 
  5. If you have any questions,  just email me. 

 


TIP: 

Type "north knox high school 

class of 1970"

in your Facebook search window

and you can find everyone

from our class or any class that

participates on Facebook.

This is really cool.  Try it!

 




 



 

 

 

Oh to be young again...It looks like this group was having a good time on a Saturday night!


Travel back to the 60's and WJPS to listen to the "Corvettes".  There are now 4 songs on YouTUBE sung by the Corvettes.  (Tom and Cindy Held's wedding reception video has also been added). Click on the links below to enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9Ce3xElwmQ    Corvettes at Tom & Cindy Held's wedding reception

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnx2iXZOkJs    "Janice"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz-3ZU6Z3-c     "Our Love Won't End"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6L1cTyHgko&feature=related    "Sparkle and Shine"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJfYDZ4OOrs&feature=mfu_channel&list=UL  "Little Bit of Love"

( Be sure to read the information below each video.)


Click on the link below for a great tribute to the Class of 69 from Bruceville done by Sarah Clark Bromley.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=2173480335727&set=o.66673421281&type=3&theater


 Cathy Mason Griggs was kind enough to send us a couple of pages from our 1968-69 Student Handbook.  Everyone will be checked for compliance at our next reunion!


 

It has been several months since we have had any new classmates  sign on to our site.  We still have many classmates who have not updated us on their last 50 years.  I know it is unrealistic to think that everyone would ever sign on, but my hope is that many will.  If you ever see a former classmate, please let them know we would love to hear from them.  The list below shows the 62 lost classmates.


 

Steve Schuckman "69" , has started a Freelandville website.  Please click on the picture below to view his site.  Thanks Steve,  for taking the time to do the site. 

Do you have any pictures to share from the past?  Please email them to us and we will post them here.


 

 

"Class Motto"

Old Orders Change, Yielding To New


 

This empty box is just waiting for someone to fill it with a great picture you may have.  Please send any pictures you have to:

rfinke@bellsouth.net or mail to:

Rich Finke, 106 Cramer Mountain Woods, Cramerton, NC  28032


   

Please click on the Viet Nam Virtual Wall above to visit this amazing site and tribute to our generation who gave the ultimate for our country.  You can search by state, city, name, etc.

 


67 Unknown Classmates To Go.  We are slowly getting there.  If you are in touch with an old classmate, please encourage them to sign on.

 


 

   


 

 

 


 

Bicknell business district........not sure what year this is. Any guesses ?


 

How many "laps" did you make around this place during your high school years ? To see more photos, join Leslie, Tom and Dick at the "Vincennes Remember When Group" on Facebook.


  


Our 3rd Grade Class in Freelandville, with Mrs. Snyder.


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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ardythe Lee Zollars, 90, formerly of Bicknell, passed away July 25, 2023, at Gentle Care Nursing Center.

She was born July 8, 1933, in Decker, the daughter of James L. Sanders, DVM, and Julia (Rehwald) Sanders.

She was a graduate of Decker High School and received a bachelor’s degree. She had formerly worked at Johnson Controls. She married John A. Zollars, and they made their life together until his death on Dec. 11, 2022. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Bicknell Elks.

Ardythe is survived by her children, Cathy Joslin Swenson and her husband, Eric, of Fort Wayne, and Kyla Jo Funk and her husband, Bill, of Lawrenceville, Illinois; grandchildren, Logan Swenson, Grant Swenson, Kylie Funk Hopp, Alexis Funk and Rhett Funk; and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 71 years, John A. Zollars; her parents; and three brothers, Maurice, Vaughn and Roger Sanders.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Duesterberg-Fredrick Funeral Home with Pastor April Dailey officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Memorial Park Cemetery next to her husband.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the donor’s charity of choice.

Duesterberg-Fredrick Funeral Home is honored to assist the Zollars family during their time of loss.

Online condolences can be made at www.duesterbergfredrick.com.

Lucille Robbins 94 of Freelandville peacefully went to be with her Lord and Saviour Saturday November 19, 2022.

Lucille was born on August 21,1928 to the Late Anna (Albrecht) Struckmeier and Fred Struckmeier Lucille and her husband Warren raised her four sons on the same farm where she grew up and she was proud of that. She was worked as a volunteer beautician from 1968 until her retirement in 2003 at the Freelandville Community Home. She was  a member of the Knox County Home Makers Club for many years.Shirley Miller and  Lucille taught Sundays School class at the Bethel Church for many years. She enjoyed spending time with with her family.

 

Those left to mourn the loss of Lucille are; children, Fred Robbins (Wilma) of Oaktown, Joe Robbins (Jane) of Bruceville, Bill Robbins (Brenda) of Bruceville, and Gary Robbins of Vincennes; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Lucille was preceded in death by; husband, George Warren Robbins; parents, and a sister, Marjorie Borgmeier.

Visitation will be Saturday, November 26, 2022 11 A.M. until the time of service at 1:00 P.M. all at Bethel Church with burial following also in Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel church or the Vincennes Pet Port. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel. The family welcomes online condolences to be left at www.fredrickandson.com

 

Marilyn Jean Hancock, 91, of Linton, Indiana and formerly of Terre Haute, passed away Monday October 24, 2022 in her residence. She retired as manager of the Southland Branch of the Vigo County License Bureau. Marilyn was born October 6, 1931 in Detroit, Michigan to Anna (Lawton) Wineinger. She is survived by her daughter, Rita Hancock of Mitchell, Indiana; son, Dennis Wayne Hancock and wife Bell of Linton, Indiana; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and her husband, whom she married November 11, 1950, Wayne David Hancock, who died July 6, 2019, Marilyn was a member of Sandborn United Methodist Church and the Republican Women’s Club. She had also previously work at General Electric. Also Marilyn was proud to have been commissioned a Kentucky Colonel. Arrangements are under the direction of DeBaun Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.debaunfuneralhomes.com

Leroy A. Pieper

July 14, 1931 ~ October 5, 2022 (age 91)

Obituary & Services

Tribute Wall

Obituary

Leroy August Theodore Pieper
Age 91; Born July 14th, 1931; Passed on October 5, 2022
Born in Indianapolis, he was the son of Julius and Hulda (Tilly) Pieper. Leroy graduated from Freelandville high school and went to college at ISU in Terre Haute. He enlisted in the US Air Force and was stationed in San Antonio Texas initially and then was transferred to Alaska. He met his wife Rachel Waldroup at 4-H camp, and they were married on August 18th, 1951, and enjoyed 59 years of happy married life. Being of German Ancestry, he was always a hard-working talented man with many skills. He worked for over 20 years at Texas Gas Corp. Retiring from Texas Gas, he along with his wife established Pieper’s Carpet, a flooring and wall covering business in downtown Bicknell, initially starting the business out of his garage in Bicknell. He continued working at Pieper’s Carpet until age 89.
He was a member of Bethel Church in Freelandville, IN. He was confirmed there in 1945 and was a 50 plus year member of American Legion.
He loved sharing his own special life stories, playing cards, and his own special witty sense of humor with friends and family.
He is survived by his
Daughters: Angela (Mike) Holscher and Tonya (Tim) Miller
Grandchildren: Summer (Jon) Williams, Josh (Liza) Holscher, Tanaya (Heath) Titzer, and Trey (Bradlea) Miller
Great-Grandchildren: Ava Williams, Hadley Williams, Mila Williams, Capree Williams,
Clarey Holscher, Hollyn Holscher, Dayne Holscher, Campbell Holscher, Jude Holscher, Thea Titzer, Paxton Miller
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Rachel, his sisters: Joan Root, Luella Stodghill, and a Great-Granddaughter Elle Holscher.
There will be a graveside service held on Monday, October 10, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. at the Bethel Church Cemetery 13673 E. St. Rd 58, Edwardsport, IN 47528, with visitation one hour prior to the service also at the cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Leroy’s memory to the Bethel Church. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Bicknell Chapel is honored to be entrusted with arrangements. The family welcomes online condolences to be left at www.fredrickandson.com

 

James “Jim” L. Wesner 71 of Bicknell, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at his residence surrounded by family. Jim was born in Sullivan, IN to the late James W. Wesner and Juanita Helderman Wesner on September 24, 1950. Jim was a member of; Mariah Creek Christian Church, Bicknell Elks Lodge, The American Legion, and D.A.V. He retired from Duke Energy as a  maintenance mechanic, and served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. 

Those left to mourn the loss of Jim are; his loving wife, Ruth Wesner; children, James Wesner (Lynn) of Vancouver, WA, Cassandra Davis of Bicknell, and Brittany Mackey (Luke) of Arizona; six grandchildren and a sister, Diana Cook of Noblesville, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at Mariah Creek Christian Church on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. with visitation from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will take place in Mariah Creek Cemetery with Military Graveside Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Mariah Creek Christian Church, 9366 E. Oaktown Rd. Oaktown, IN 47561 or charity of choice. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel is honored to be entrusted with Mr. Wesner’s arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

James “Jim” L. Wesner 71 of Bicknell, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at his residence surrounded by family. Jim was born in Sullivan, IN to the late James W. Wesner and Juanita Helderman Wesner on September 24, 1950. Jim was a member of; Mariah Creek Christian Church, Bicknell Elks Lodge, The American Legion, and D.A.V. He retired from Duke Energy as a  maintenance mechanic, and served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. 

Those left to mourn the loss of Jim are; his loving wife, Ruth Wesner; children, James Wesner (Lynn) of Vancouver, WA, Cassandra Davis of Bicknell, and Brittany Mackey (Luke) of Arizona; six grandchildren and a sister, Diana Cook of Noblesville, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at Mariah Creek Christian Church on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. with visitation from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will take place in Mariah Creek Cemetery with Military Graveside Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Mariah Creek Christian Church, 9366 E. Oaktown Rd. Oaktown, IN 47561 or charity of choice. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel is honored to be entrusted with Mr. Wesner’s arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Betty A. Stout, 94, of Zionsville, passed away on Oct. 13, 2021, of natural causes after a brief stay at Copper Trace in Westfield.

She was born on May 15, 1927, to Noah and Birdie Rickard in Emison, being the youngest with seven brothers, all of whom preceded her in death.

She was a member of the Bruceville Christian Church, and she attended Bruceville school.

She married Lee Roy Stout on June 10, 1944, who preceded her in death in 1981.

Betty was active in Eastern Star and the Bruceville VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was part owner of Stout’s Tavern in Bruceville for 21 years, alongside Lee Roy and Pete and Helen Stout. In later years, Betty worked and retired from Vincennes University in food services. Upon retirement, she moved to Dennison, Illinois, and built a new barn home with her loving partner of 13 years, Harold “Jack” Holmes. Jack also preceded her in death in 1996.

She is survived by three children, Jane Love of Terre Haute, Judy (Mike) Anderson of Zionsville, and Dennis Stout of Carbondale, Illinois; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Two grandsons, Andrew Stout and Tanner Anderson, preceded her in death.

Funeral arrangements were made by Simplicity Funeral Home of Zionsville.

Her life was honored at a graveside service at Hutton Memorial Cemetery in Zionsville, where she was interred, per her wishes.

LINTON — Dorothy O. Stremming, 91, of Vincennes, formerly of Westphalia, peacefully went to Heaven, with her family at her side, on Monday, March 28, 2022, at Willow Manor Nursing Home in Vincennes.

She was born on June 5, 1930, in Carlisle to William L. Sr. and Ruth (Pierson) Gentry.

Dorothy married the love of her life, Vivan E. Stremming, on July 10, 1951.

Dorothy was a member of the Grace Gospel Church in Linton where she served as a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was the valedictorian of the Marco High School, Class of 1948. Dorothy was a homemaker and a food service worker for the North Knox School Corp., retiring in 1993.

Family left to cherish the memory of Dorothy include two sons, Steven Stremming of Indianapolis and R. Brett (Bev) Stremming of Bicknell; two daughters, Elizabeth (Devon) Roudebush of Bloomfield and Katie (Pat) Black of Freelandville; daughter-in-law, Leah Stremming of Sandborn; four grandchildren, Josiah W. Black, Jordan K. Black, R.B. (Erinn) Stremming and Matthew M. Stremming; step grandchildren, Nikki Gibson, Colt (Nicole) Roudebush and Krystle (Zac) Voegel; step great-grandchildren, Tanner Gibson, Ethan and Evan Roudebush, Lucy Kate, Molly Marie and Tyler Issac Voegel.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vivan Stremming; one son, Michael L. Stremming; three sisters, Catherine L. Clifford, Marjorie H. Bell and Miriam “Ede” Byers; and five brothers, Cecil Lowell Gentry, William L. “Bill” Gentry, Garland R. Gentry, Robert “Bob” Gentry and John L. “Jack” Gentry.

Funeral services will be at noon on Friday at Salem United Church of Christ in Westphalia with Pastor Paul Sweet officiating. Dorothy will be laid to rest in Salem Cemetery in Westphalia.

Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of service at noon on Friday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Knox County Social Ministries or Pregnancy Choices. Envelopes will be available at the church.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Meng Family Funeral Homes, Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.andersonpoindexter.com.

Kathleen "Kat" Pack 91 of Freelandville, went to her heavenly home on Sunday March 13, 2022.
Kathleen was born on December 8, 1930, daughter of the late Albert M. Scott and Freda M. Westfall. 
Kathleen was a member of the First Baptist Church at Sandborn and later The First Baptist Church at Bicknell. Kathleen was devoted to her family and enjoyed coaching and playing softball in her younger years, cooking, embroidery, and reading. She loved playing cards and games with her brothers and sisters and other family members. She volunteered several years as a Pink Lady at Good Samaritan Hospital. Kathleen was employed by Gossards, Westphalia IGA store, Angels Grocery Store and Lyons Nursing Home.
Those left to mourn the loss of Kathleen are her children John Curry (Jennifer) of Vincennes, Kathy Ham (Steve) of Bloomfield, Janet Clinkenbeard (Gordon) of Edwardsport, Brian Curry (Pam) of Sandborn, and Julie Cullen (Robert) of Bicknell, as well as three stepchildren and their families; Grandchildren Jason Curry, Medea Peabody, Ryan Ham, Scott Ham, Kimberly Porter, Matthew Clinkenbeard, Lori Lundy, Rob Curry, James Curry, Melissa Curry, Roger Curry and Ian Cullen; siblings Don Scott (Carolan) of Vincennes, Margaret Hart of Bicknell, and sister-in-law Jeannette Scott of Vincennes as well as several Great Grandchildren. 
Kathleen was preceded in death by her first husband Clayton R. Curry and second husband Kenneth L. Pack; two grandsons, a sister, four brothers and a stepson.   
There will be a service on Wednesday March 16, 2022 at 1:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Bicknell. Visitation will be from 10 am. until the time of the service. She will be interred at the Sandborn Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Freelandville Community Home at 310 West Carlisle Street Freelandville, IN 47535 in her memory. You may leave online condolences at www.fredrickandson.com. The staff and Fredrick and Son Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with Kathleen's arrangements

Husband of Donna LeMal:

James Spore,  September 14, 1945 - December 28, 2021

James was born in Carmi, Illinois on September 14, 1945, the son of Floyd V. and Ruth (Roberts) Spore, and was a graduate of Bruceville High School. He married his wife Donna Jo Spore on June 13, 1970. Mr. Spore was a member of the Knightsville Church of Christ. He was also a member of Bicknell Masonic Lodge #94, the AOPA, and a former member of Civil Air Patrol. James was on the Putnam County CERT Team, was President of the Board at Putnam County Airport, and an active pilot. He worked as a Maintenance Supervisor for Nevemar Corp for many years, and was the Manager of Fort Meade Flying Club until his retirement.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years; two sons James J. Spore, (Jessica), and Daniel S Spore, (Kira German), two brothers, Jack Spore, (Brenda), and Jerry Spore, (Tonya); a sister, Jeanne Byrer; two grandchildren, Mason S. Spore, and Addisyn Bruce; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Norvell, Odel and Willard Butler; and two sisters, Vonda Adams and Norma Cates.

Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 2, 2021, at Hopkins-Rector Funeral Home with Pastor Rob Dispennett officiating. Visitation will be held from 12 Noon until time of service on Sunday. A cremation will take place at a later date.

Shirley A Miller

November 29, 1928 ~ December 4, 2020 (age 92)

Obituary & Services

Tribute Wall

Obituary

Shirley A Miller “Shug”, 92, of Freelandville, passed away Friday December 4, 2020 at Oak Village
Nursing Home. Shug was born on November 29, 1928 in Westphalia, the daughter of Carl Heidenreich
and Irene (Stoelting) Heidenreich. On December 16, 1946, she married Dallas “Speed” Miller, they were
married for 69 years till Speed passed away in December, 2015.
Shug was a member of Bethel Church, where she taught Sunday School for over 30 years. She was a
loving wife and loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with all her heart. She was a
stay at home mom till her kids got older, she helped on the farm, and helped Speed drive truck.
Shug is survived by two sons, Randy (Vonda) Miller, of Bicknell and David (Sandra) Miller, of Owensboro,
KY; two daughters, Jean (Bill) Schroeder, of Freelandville and Susie (Jerry) Cardinal, of Oaktown;
Daughter-in-law, Lu Miller of Bicknell; Grandchildren, Brian Schroeder, of Freelandville, Kent (Melissa)
Schroeder, of Freelandville, Jared (Laura) Miller, of Whitestown, IN, Nathaniel Miller of Evansville,
Brandon (Chelsey) Cardinal, of Oaktown, Brooks (Nikki) Cardinal of Oaktown, Linsey (Thomas) Draper, of
Bicknell and Cody Miller (Diana Borger) of Freelandville, and nineteen great-grandchildren, along with
several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son Jeff Miller; sister
Ruth Shake; two brothers Bud Heidenreich and Ralph Heidenreich and nephew Derek Miller.
Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday December 8 th , 2020 from 11 to 1 PM at Bethel Church.
Funeral services will be at 1PM on Tuesday at Bethel Church with Pastor Glenn Archer officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made in Shug’s memory to Bethel Church.
Please follow CDC guidelines, mask and social distancing are required.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fredrickandson.com Arrangements are Son
McClure-Utt Funeral home, Bicknell Chapel.

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Kent Cogswell, 68, of Olney, died on July 9, 2020 at Carle RMH. He was born on June 20, 1952 in Chauncey, Illinois, the son of John Thomas and Norma (Burkhart) Cogswell.  

Kent was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and the Olney Eagles.

Kent is survived by his son, Jerry Tucker and Melissa Sechrest of Bridgeport, IL; Daughter, Tasha Legg and her husband Matthew of Sumner, IL; Daughter, Christine Williams of Prattville, AL; Daughter, Gloria Stovall and husband Jesse of Dundas, IL; Seven Grandchildren; Brothers, Terry Reel and wife, Dava of Vincennes, IN, Bruce Reel, Vincennes, IN, Sisters, Sandy Sears and husband David of Bridgeport, IL, Cindy Russell and husband Bob of St. Thomas, IN; Several Nieces and Nephews, and several Grand-Nieces and Grand-Nephews. 

Kent was preceded in death by his parents; Grandson, James Matthew Clark; Brother, John Edward Cogswell; Brother in Law, Stephen Later and Nephew, Nicholas Later. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family. 

There will be a Visitation held for Kent from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Friday, July 17, 2020 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney. Full Military Rites will be performed afterwards, at the funeral home.

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Betty Ann Thuis

Betty Ann Thuis, 91, a lifelong resident of Bicknell, passed away at her residence with her family at her bedside.

Betty Ann Thuis

Betty Ann Thuis

Betty was born on Oct. 1, 1928 in Bicknell, the daughter of Leo and Jennie Hester Strain O’Dell. She was a graduate of Bicknell High School and on Nov. 2, 1946 she married Robert E. Thuis and they made their life together for nearly 41 years until his death on Aug. 30, 1987. Betty retired after over 20 years with Stemming Jewelers in Bicknell and formerly worked at Crane. She was an active member of the North Knox Social Ministries, Delta Theta Tau, a former Brownie leader, and lifelong member of the Bicknell First Baptist Church. She formerly served for over 30 years as secretary/sexton of the Edwardsport IOOF Cemetery and was voted Bicknell’s Woman of the Year. She was always looking forward to any activity her children, grandchildren and any child she may have known was involved in. Her home had an open door policy for any child in need. She had many nieces that she took care of and tried to help raise.  

She is survived by her children, Robert L. Thuis, and his wife, Melody, of Linton, Sandra L. Yenne and her husband, Bill, of Bicknell, and Judy A. Badger and her husband, Scott, of Vincennes; her grandchildren, Stacy Thuis, Brock Thuis, Damon Yenne, Heather Pahmeier, Michael Stangle and Julie Toothman; and her great-grandchildren, Taylor Thuis, Aliyah Thuis, Taryn Thuis, Hailey Pahmeier, Levi Pahmeier, Braxton Yenne, Caroline Yenne, Leo Stangle, Annlee Stangle, Vaida Toothman and Anders Toothman.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Thuis; her parents; three brothers; and three sisters.

Funeral services will be celebrated beginning at 1 p.m. today at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel in Bicknell with Pastor John Moreland officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Edwardsport IOOF Cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon until the hour of services today at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Knox County Humane Society or the North Knox Social Ministries. Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel is honored to assist the Thuis family during their time of loss.

Online condolences can be made at www.duesterbergfredrick.com.

Donna Sue Clinkenbeard, 67 of Vincennes, went to her heavenly home on Friday, June 05, 2020 while at Freelandville Community Home. 

Donna was born in Sullivan on May 22, 1953 to John Howard Clinkenbeard and Lillian Marie (Kixmiller) Clinkenbeard and they survive.

Donna was a devoted member of St. John’s United Church of Christ and was confirmed at Bethel Church in 1967. She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from V.U. in 1973 and retired from Vincennes University as a grant writer for the V.U. Community Foundation. While at V.U. Donna was: Vice President’s Council in 1972, Silver Key Recipient 1973, Phi Theta Kappa 1973, Gold Cord Recipient 1973, Agriculture Club 1973, and Alumni Big Apple Award 1996. Donna enjoyed listening to the Beatles, spending time with her beloved nephews and great niece and nephews, the theater, traveling, and spending time with her dear friends from V.U. 

Other survivors include; her best friend, Joe Ognovich of Vincennes; 2 brothers, Gordon Clinkenbeard (Janet) of Freelandville, and Brad Clinkenbeard (Kathy) of Vincennes; 2 nephews, Matthew Clinkenbeard (Jennifer) and Nicholas Clinkenbeard (Paige);1 Great niece, Abby Clinkenbeard; 3 great nephews, Reece, Jackson, and Nolan Clinkenbeard; 

Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 from 11:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M.  at the Bethel Church 13673 E. State Road 58 Edwardsport In, 475288 with the service immediately following at 3:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel is honored to assist the Clinkenbeard family with arrangements for Donna and would like to encourage condolences for the family be left at www.fredrickandson.com.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Donna Clinkenbeard Performing Arts Scholarship Fund, by mail 1002 N. First St. Vincennes, IN 47591 or by phone, 812-888-4510.

 

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George Weinman Varns

George Weinman Varns, 93, of Vincennes, died peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2020 at Colonial Assisted Living Community.

George Weinman Varns

George Weinman Varns

He was born on May 31, 1926 in Strasburg, Ohio, the son Wilbur and Olga Weinman Varns. George received his name because both of his grandfathers were also named George. He was the oldest of three children including a sister, Carol, and a brother, Bob. His father was a farmer until he was married when he took a job with a lumber mill.  After the 1929 stork market crash, he resumed farming.

George was baptized at St. John’s Evangelical Church, which was one block from the family’s first home. The Varn family always attended Sunday School and church. Their hard work ethic influenced George throughout his life and he continually strived to do his best in whatever he undertook. His education began in a one-room school house and later continued when schools closed and redistricting took place. His favorite subjects were history and music. He was small for his age and when larger boys picked on him, he took on the attitude of turning the other cheek. He continued this philosophy all through his life and found that it worked in all situations. 

In 1932 a young minster came to St. John’s and it was his influence and the encouragement of a close friend that caused him to consider studying for the ministry. He enrolled at Elmhurst College in 1944 and eventually at Eden Seminary in 1947 where he immensely enjoyed all that his professors had to offer. It was during his seminary years that he began to nurture a long-lasting relationship with Ruth Voelm of Dover, Ohio. They were eventually married on June 18, 1950. Their first home together was in the parsonage at Lewisville, Ohio, where he was called as minister to three, one-room rural churches. He served there for 10 years and during that time they united the three churches as one. Also during their time there three of their children were born, Rachel, Nathan and Tom. 

In November 1960 George was called to Bethel United Church of Church in Freelandville, the largest rural U.C.C. congregation in the U.S. (650 members). For 18 years he served that church through many faith shaping events including the Vietnam War, youth group trips and church camp activities at Merom where he directed many summer camps. Also during that time, George presided over 304 youth confirmations, many marriages and funerals and two trips to India on mission projects. Two significant times for him in the community were when he was involved in the forming of a new care facility in Freelandville and his service on the North Knox school board. 

His faith journey took a significant turn in 1978 when he decided he needed a change in the direction of his life. During this time he became a consistent runner eventually running in over 18 marathons. In 1996 he ran in the 100th Boston Marathon 45 days before his 70th birthday. As part of his new life direction, he was offered a position with Vincennes University to work with disadvantage and disable students and provided leadership for this program during the next 13 years. In 1991 he retired from VU and was challenged to head up a new endeavor called STEP AHEAD, coordinating the services of all social service agencies in Knox County, volunteering for the next three years.

In 1995 George was invited to be a pastoral assistant at St. John United Church of Christ in Vincennes, working with the congregation for the next 10 years. Simply put, God has guided his life through family and friends, job opportunities, and travel experiences, and through many educational opportunities, world events and experiences in India, Ohio and Indiana. Through them he could constantly see the hand of God at work in the world. His legacy of love and open acceptance touched and influenced many lives throughout his 93 years. Of all the words of scripture that encouraged and guided him, his confirmation memory verse was his constant source of inspiration. Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

His family, Rachel Parker and her husband, Steve, of Grants pass, Oregon, Nathan Varns and his wife, Sophary, of Portland, Oregon, Tom Varns and his wife, Anne, of Bloomington, and Peter Varns and Brian Occoner of Chatham, Massachusetts, are profoundly grateful to be part of the legacy that George and his late wife Ruth gave them. Grandsons Theodore, David, Daniel and Andrew share many special memories with Grampy and Grammy and will miss the special attention they always received when visiting.

Special thanks to the staff at Gentle Care and most recently the staff at Colonial for their compassionate and kind care of Dad.

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, a celebration of George’s life will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Bethel Cemetery near Freelandville. A Facebook page has been established in his name should any friends and family wish to share special memories. A memorial fund has been established for the Merom Camps and Retreat center where George spent many summers directing camps and being counselor. Contributions for Merom can be made through St. Johns United Church of Christ.

Because of the pandemic, our reunion has been postponed to 2021,  Standby for the new date.

John Richardson Thompson IV

John Richardson Thompson IV, 67, of Oaktown, IN, passed away Tuesday September 10, 2019 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis with his family at his side. John was born November 27, 1951 in Vincennes, IN the son of Charles Elwood “Woody” and Betty Lou Keith Thompson. He was a 1970 graduate of North Knox High School and he attained an AS degree in Diesel Mechanics. He married Patricia Diane Stanczak on October 9, 1971 and they made their life together for nearly 48 years until her death on June 25, 2019. He worked for Peabody Coal and John Jones Construction. He was an avid woodworker and loved to make toys for his family.

John is survived by his children, Jamie Thompson and Yvonne Amlett, of Terre Haute, IN, Ryan Thompson and Corinna of Harrison, AR, Janeen Shoffner and Jason of Fishers, IN and Tessa Hutson and Andrew of Paris, IL. His beloved grandchildren, Allyssa Thompson, Kelbie Thompson, Sabrina Thompson, Hallie Thompson, Julie Thompson, Nathan Botello, Michael Platt, Matthew Thompson, Nathaniel Shoffner, Katelynn Shoffner, Alexandra Shoffner, Easton Hutson and Cooper Hutson. He is also survived by a sister, Elizabeth J. “Libby” Gillespie and Thomas of Kissimmee, FL and a brother, Charles Elwood “Chuck” Thompson II and Karen of Attica, OH.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Patty and his parents.

Funeral services will be celebrated Saturday September 14, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel with Fr. Simon Natha officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Morris Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday September 14, 2019 from 10:00 AM until the time of services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made in his memory the National Kidney Foundation.

Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Funeral Home is honored to assist the Thompson family during their time of loss.

Kenneth Bowlin 67, Passed away on August 7,2019 at Linda White Hospice house in Evansville. He was born on April 24, 1952 the son of A. Glenmore and G Marie (Ely) Bowlin. 

Kenny worked as a dispatcher and in the safety department for Bestway. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the Vincennes Moose, and he was an avid outdoorsman. 

He is survived by His Children; Norman (Connie) Bowlin of Valparaiso, Indiana, Sarah Bowlin and companion Steve Markus of Noblesville, Indiana. Kenny’s companion Carol Bowlin of Vincennes, Indiana. Brothers; Norman Leon Bowlin of Ekron, Kentucky, Robert Lynn Bowlin of LaGrange, Kentucky, and Ronald David Bowlin of Oaktown, Indiana. Sisters; Lola Fay (Bowlin) Silva of Bonita Springs, Florida, Nadine Ruth (Bowlin) Kelso of Galatia Illinois, and Sandra Kay (Bowlin) Moon of Vincennes, Indiana.  Three grandchildren Mia Scott, Carsyn Bowlin and Clayton Bowlin and the mother of his children Susan Bowlin also survive. 

Kenny was preceded in death by; his parents, Glenmore and Marie, Sisters; Virginia Mae (Bowlin) Garvey, Anna Belle (Bowlin) Neff, Barbara Sue (Bowlin) Morrison, Judy Lavon (Bowlin) Ellis and Wilma Jean (Bowlin) Dillingham. Brothers; Charles Leroy Bowlin, William Dale Bowlin and Donald Paul Bowlin. 

Visitation will be on Monday August 12, 2019 from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes Vincennes Chapel, 313 Church St. Vincennes, Indiana 47591. Graveside services will be on August 13, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. (EST) at Bethany Baptist Cemetery located on N.Bethany Rd., Deputy, IN 47230.

Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes Vincennes Chapel have been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at fredrickandson.com.

Patricia D. Thompson

Patricia D. “Patty” Thompson, 67, of Oaktown, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville with her family at her side.

Patty was born on May 22, 1952 in Vincennes, the daughter of Joseph D. and Anna Domin Stanczak. She was a graduate of North Knox High School and held an associate degree in business. She married John R. Thompson IV on Oct. 9, 1971 and they made their life together for nearly 48 years. She formerly worked at Bicknell Health Care and was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, was active in various Homemaker Clubs, was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and formerly was a Girl Scout leader. She enjoyed her family, loved babysitting her grandchildren and watching them, going to whatever state they lived in.

Patty is survived by her husband of nearly 48 years, John R. Thompson IV; their children, Jamie Thompson and Yvonne Amlett of Terre Haute, Ryan Thompson and Corinna of Harrison, Arkansas, Janeen Shoffner and Jason of Fishers, and Tessa Hutson and Andrew of Paris, Illinois; her beloved grandchildren, Allyssa Thompson, Kelbie Thompson, Sabrina Thompson, Hallie Thompson, Julie Thompson, Nathan Botello, Michael Platt, Matthew Thompson, Nathaniel Shoffner, Katelynn Shoffner, Alexandra Shoffner, Easton Hutson and Cooper Hutson; a brother, Joseph David Stanczak and his wife, Betty, of Vincennes; her sisters, Stephanie Jones and her husband, Bob, of Litchfield, Illinois, and Cathy Jones and her husband, Larry, of Gainsboro, Tennessee; and her step-sisters, Cathy Joan Emmons of Elnora and Penny McCloud and her husband, Chris, of Bloomfield.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Joseph Stanczak Jr.; and five sisters, Josephine Pahmeier and Betty Haney and three in infancy.

Funeral services will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel in Bicknell with FatherTony Ernst officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Welch Diabetes Center at Good Samaritan Hospital or the National Kidney Foundation. Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Funeral Home is honored to assist the Thompson family during this time of loss.

Online condolences may be made at www.duesterbergfredrick.com.

James Danny Beery

February 10, 1945 ~ May 14, 2019 (age 74)

James Danny Beery, 74, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away May 14, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital, Evansville. He was born February 10, 1945 in Lebanon, Indiana, the son of Edwin and Mildred (Hornaday) Beery.   He married Meredith “Merry” on April 3, 1966 and she passed away on January 24, 2010. He then married Julie Ann Blondin on June 23, 2012 and she survives.

 

Jim Beery was a tireless advocate for Knox County Citizens serving many years on the Knox County Council since 1991, Knox County Work Release Board, and the Knox County Solid Waste District Board. He served for nine years as the Treasurer of the Knox County Public Library Board. Jim was a beloved educator and coach in the North Knox School Corporation. He was also a member and beloved minister at the United Methodist Church in Merom, Indiana and member of Oaktown United Methodist Church. Jim was a published author and columnist. His faith kindness, graciousness and sense of humor enriched those fortunate enough to know and work with him.

 

Along with his wife, Jim is survived by his two daughters and their spouses, Marsha Ann (Scott) Jones of O'Fallon, MO, and Meredith (Ted) Miller of Jasper, IN, one son Daniel Beery and partner Sabrina Iffland of Philadelphia, PA. Step Children; Megan (Heath) Reburn of Newburgh, IN, Hannah (Brent) Carter of Evansville, IN, Adam (Jill) Miller of Evansville, IN, Noel (Patricia) Miller of Madrid Spain. Eighteen Hooperdoos, Wyatt Oxley, Jacob and Maura Jones, and Amelia Miller, James and Sophia Beery, Bryce, Emma and Riley Reburn, Hope, Nadia, Luke, and Lilianna Carter, Caleb, Eli and Isaac Miller, Eliana and Ezekiel Miller. One great- Hooperdoo, Aleister Reburn, a sister, Lou Harris of Bloomington, IN. Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

 

Along with his parents and his first wife, James was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Lee Beery, Sr.

 

Funeral services will be on Saturday May 18, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. EST, at the North Knox High School, 10890 State Highway 159, Bicknell, Indiana 47512, with pastors Erich Blevins and David Niednagel. Burial will follow in Morris Chapel Cemetery visitation will be on Friday May 17, 2019 from 2:00P.M. until 8:00P.M. EST, at the High school. Memorial Donations may be made to “Life after Meth”, 2525 N. Sixth St, Vincennes, IN 47591.

 

Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Oaktown Chapel handled the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Joseph Maberto Jr., 95 of Bicknell, passed away March 11, 2019, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. Joseph was born on, July 26, 1923, in Bicknell, Indiana, the son of Joseph Sr. and Irene (Lee) Maberto. Joseph married Mary (Kate) Vaught and they spent 71 years together, and she survives.

He was the owner and operator of the Sinclair Marathon, in downtown Bicknell for 42 years with the help of his stepbrother. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bicknell, where he served as trustee and many other positions.

Joseph Honorably served his country in the Army during World War II, joining the 36th Infantry Division as Communication Sergeant in Oran, North Africa. He was on the front lines as they invaded Italy, he earned the Silver Star Medal for his actions in San Petro, Joseph was shot in the Head on Angis Beach, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for his service beyond the call of duty. He made the Invasion into the south of France where he fought through Germany. By the end of the war they had fought all the way to Austria. Along with the previous awards Joseph respectfully was awarded the Purple Heart, European Theater ribbon with five bronze starts and an Arrowhead, The Army of Occupation in Germany Medal, the Combat Infantryman badge and the Good Conduct ribbon. France also awarded Joseph with the Knight of the Legion of Honor Medal.

Along with his wife Kate, He is survived by his Children, Jeffrey (Sherry) Maberto of Indianapolis, Sharon (Randy) Hobson of Bicknell, Karen (Curtis) Scott of Oaktown, and Marsha (Pat) Blair of Vincennes. Nine Grandchildren, and Seventeen Great-grandchildren also survive. His parents, sister Doris DeCoursey, Step Mother Mary Maberto and a Step Brother Stanly Yatsko, and a Stepsister Mary Kovaleski preceded Joseph in death.

Funeral Service will be held Friday March 15, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. At the First Baptist Church, 317 Washington St. Bicknell, Indiana 47512, with Seth Alexander Officiating. Visitation will be Thursday March 14th from 3:00 P.M. until 7 :00 P.M. at the Church

Memorial Donations in Joseph’s Memory may be made to the First Baptist Church of Bicknell, 317 Washington St. Bicknell, Indiana 47512.

Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel handled the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

 

 

Joseph Maberto Jr., 95 of Bicknell, passed away March 11, 2019, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. Joseph was born on, July 26, 1923, in Bicknell, Indiana, the son of Joseph Sr. and Irene (Lee) Maberto. Joseph married Mary (Kate) Vaught and they spent 71 years together, and she survives.

He was the owner and operator of the Sinclair Marathon, in downtown Bicknell for 42 years with the help of his stepbrother. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bicknell, where he served as trustee and many other positions.

Joseph Honorably served his country in the Army during World War II, joining the 36th Infantry Division as Communication Sergeant in Oran, North Africa. He was on the front lines as they invaded Italy, he earned the Silver Star Medal for his actions in San Petro, Joseph was shot in the Head on Angis Beach, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for his service beyond the call of duty. He made the Invasion into the south of France where he fought through Germany. By the end of the war they had fought all the way to Austria. Along with the previous awards Joseph respectfully was awarded the Purple Heart, European Theater ribbon with five bronze starts and an Arrowhead, The Army of Occupation in Germany Medal, the Combat Infantryman badge and the Good Conduct ribbon. France also awarded Joseph with the Knight of the Legion of Honor Medal.

Along with his wife Kate, He is survived by his Children, Jeffrey (Sherry) Maberto of Indianapolis, Sharon (Randy) Hobson of Bicknell, Karen (Curtis) Scott of Oaktown, and Marsha (Pat) Blair of Vincennes. Nine Grandchildren, and Seventeen Great-grandchildren also survive. His parents, sister Doris DeCoursey, Step Mother Mary Maberto and a Step Brother Stanly Yatsko, and a Stepsister Mary Kovaleski preceded Joseph in death.

Funeral Service will be held Friday March 15, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. At the First Baptist Church, 317 Washington St. Bicknell, Indiana 47512, with Seth Alexander Officiating. Visitation will be Thursday March 14th from 3:00 P.M. until 7 :00 P.M. at the Church

Memorial Donations in Joseph’s Memory may be made to the First Baptist Church of Bicknell, 317 Washington St. Bicknell, Indiana 47512.

Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel handled the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Maria Luise (Reber) Jones, 95, Bicknell, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 at the Freelandville Community Home. Maria was born August 2, 1923, in Mannheim, Germany, the daughter of Karl and Johanna (Kaufhold) Reber. She married Robert Jones on March 15, 1948. Maria came to the U.S. in August 1952. She pursued her citizenship, and was proud to be an American. She eventually reunited with her sister, Charlotte, and brother, Bernard, and families. She worked at Vincennes University in the admissions office for 20 years. She was a member of the Bicknell First Christian Church.
Maria is survived by her children, Jeanette (Paul) Johnston of Wilmington, DE, Theresia (Randy) Barrett of Freelandville, Roberta (Craig) Meltz of Cedar Rapids, IA, Mildred (Robert) Keller of Merced, CA and John (Sheryl) Jones of Vincennes; brother, Bernard (Elizabeth) Lefson of Santa Rosa, CA; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Jones on March 27, 1968; her brother, Karl H. Reber; and sister, Charlotte Tabor.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel with Pastor Ron Barnes officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until time of service also at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bicknell First Christian Church or the Freelandville Community Home. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.
 

Gertrude Helen Hagemeier

January 19, 1924 ~ March 28, 2018 (age 94)

 

Herbert Frederick “Herb” Grabbe, 88, Freelandville, passed away Friday, November 3, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Herb was born August 22, 1929, in Freelandville, the son of Louis and Martha (Sager) Grabbe. He married Margie Anna Hall on July 1, 1951. He retired from Crane after 32 years working as an automotive and diesel mechanic. He served in the United States Air Force from 1947 to 1949.
Herb is survived by his children, Robert Grabbe of Bicknell, Mary (Michael) Romeo of Vincennes, Richard Grabbe of Louisville, IL, and Terri (Harley) Irvin of Effingham, IL; grandchildren, Robert (Heather) French, Justin (Traci) French, Heather (Raymond) Rosch, Miranda (Rocky) Brandon, Brandy (Clay) Harting, and Eric (Chelci) Irvin; nine great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Newell of Greenfield, IN.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margie on January 22, 2004; grandson, Jerrod French; brothers, Milton and Melvin Grabbe; and daughter-in-law, Donna Grabbe.   
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 10:00 AM (EDT) at Bethel Church with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)with a masonic service beginning at 7:00 PM also at Bethel Church. He will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Church. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Ruth C. Varns 

August 31, 1923 - October 29, 2017

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Ruth Clara Varns of Vincennes Indiana passed away Sunday October 29thsurrounded by family at Gentle Care Nursing Facility in Vincennes.  Born August 31st, 1923 in Dover, Ohio, she and her husband the Rev. George Varns of Strasburg, OH were together for over 67 years.  Ruth attended Heidelberg College in Tiffin Ohio and she married George on June 18, 1950.

She was a kind, compassionate and devoted wife and mother of four children, Rachel and (Steve) of Grants Pass, Or, Nathan and (Sophary) of Portland, Or, Tom and (Anne) of Bloomington In, and Peter and (Brian) of Chatham, Mass.  Grandchildren include: Theodore, David, Daniel and Andrew.

Ruth held the position as School Secretary beginning in 1973 at Freelandville Grade school until her retirement from North Knox East Elementary in 1990.

Ruth had a fond desire to serve and support the United Church of Christ in Lewisville Ohio, Freelandville, IN and Vincennes. She was faithfully involved in the ministry of the church and its outreach to the community.  She was honored in 2014 as a twenty year volunteer of Good Samaritan Hospital. In partnership with St. John’s UCC, Ruth was also a mentor with Kid’s Hope Program in Vincennes.

Always offering a gentle smile to whomever she would meet, Ruth was a calming presence.  She loved the antics of little children and would always take the time to warmly interact with them.  Blooming flowers continually brought joy to her face and singing or whistling hymn tunes brought joy to those around her. She was known for her hospitality and nurturing spirit.

Wife . . . mother . . . friend . . . you will be dearly missed.

A service of honor and celebration will be held at St John’s United Church of Christ, 606 N. 5th Street, Vincennes, IN, on November 7th at 2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, monetary gifts can be made to St John’s UCC to be designated for Kid’s Hope.

Ruth Mae Pinnick, 86, Bicknell, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Bridgepointe Health Campus. Ruth was born February 14, 1931, in Knox county, the daughter of Everett G. and Lillie (Donahay) Stone. She married Orlando Chester Pinnick Jr. on October 3, 1947. She was a homemaker and worked for a few years as a nurse’s aide at Willow Manor.
Ruth is survived by her daughters, Deanna (Donald) Russell of Greenwood and Lissa Mason of Ladoga, IN; sons, Dennis (Virginia) Pinnick of Washington and Cary (Brookie) Pinnick of Ft. Wayne; ten grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; sister-in-laws, Ida Ruth Stone and Betty Stone; and her “sweetie pie”, Arkie.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Orlando Pinnick; son, Corey Pinnick; son-in-law, Stan Mason; brothers, Floyd, Charles, Paul, Carl and Edward Stone; and sisters, Ruby Koenig and Betty Newport.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 11:00 AM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel with Pastor John Moreland officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bicknell First Christian Church. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Bertha Marie Conrad

August 10, 1925 - August 10, 2017

Bertha Marie Conrad, 92, Vincennes, formerly of Bicknell, passed away peacefully in the hands of her daughters on her birthday, August 10, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospital.

She was born August 10, 1925 in Freelandville to Irvin and Ilma (Groteguth) Linneweber.

Bertha had worked as a Nurse’s Assistant for Moore’s Nursing Home in Bicknell and was a member of the Bethel Church in Freelandville.  In her younger days she volunteered for the North Knox Social Ministries. She enjoyed gardening, jigsaw puzzles, and word search puzzles. She had a great sense of humor and beautiful smile.  She was a single parent who raised her children to be responsible and hard working. She was her family’s hero.

Surviving are her children, Joan (Mitch) Goodman of Fort Branch, Judy (Don) Kerzan of Vincennes, Brenda (Randy Barker) Dalton of Vincennes, and Joe (Eloise) Gray of Amarillo, Texas; a sister, Agnes Lee of Vincennes; a sister in law, Vera Linneweber of Washington; her grandchildren, Lisa Stuart, Teresa (Bradley) Norman, Christa (Rhonda Alexander) Brown, Jeffrey (Sherri) Kerzan, Chadwick Kerzan, Ruth Ellen Gray, and Rusty Gray; along with her great grandchildren, Becca, Rachel, Matthew, Adam, Amy, and Michael; and her beloved dog, Zackary.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Max Linneweber, and a sister, Marilyn Johanningsmeier.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday August 15, 2017 at Bethel Church in Freelandville with Mike Chappell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Monday at the church from 4 to 7 pm with memorial contributions being made to the Vincennes Pet Port or the Bethel Church. Online condolences may be made to www.goodwinfamilyfh.com

 

Bertha Marie Conrad

August 10, 1925 - August 10, 2017

Bertha Marie Conrad, 92, Vincennes, formerly of Bicknell, passed away peacefully in the hands of her daughters on her birthday, August 10, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospital.

She was born August 10, 1925 in Freelandville to Irvin and Ilma (Groteguth) Linneweber.

Bertha had worked as a Nurse’s Assistant for Moore’s Nursing Home in Bicknell and was a member of the Bethel Church in Freelandville.  In her younger days she volunteered for the North Knox Social Ministries. She enjoyed gardening, jigsaw puzzles, and word search puzzles. She had a great sense of humor and beautiful smile.  She was a single parent who raised her children to be responsible and hard working. She was her family’s hero.

Surviving are her children, Joan (Mitch) Goodman of Fort Branch, Judy (Don) Kerzan of Vincennes, Brenda (Randy Barker) Dalton of Vincennes, and Joe (Eloise) Gray of Amarillo, Texas; a sister, Agnes Lee of Vincennes; a sister in law, Vera Linneweber of Washington; her grandchildren, Lisa Stuart, Teresa (Bradley) Norman, Christa (Rhonda Alexander) Brown, Jeffrey (Sherri) Kerzan, Chadwick Kerzan, Ruth Ellen Gray, and Rusty Gray; along with her great grandchildren, Becca, Rachel, Matthew, Adam, Amy, and Michael; and her beloved dog, Zackary.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Max Linneweber, and a sister, Marilyn Johanningsmeier.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday August 15, 2017 at Bethel Church in Freelandville with Mike Chappell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Monday at the church from 4 to 7 pm with memorial contributions being made to the Vincennes Pet Port or the Bethel Church. Online condolences may be made to www.goodwinfamilyfh.com

 

Virginia Lee (Brown) Johanningsmeier, 85, Vincennes, passed away Monday, March 20, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Virginia was born September 20, 1931, in Vincennes, the daughter of Louis and Bonnie (Mayall) Brown. She married Elmer Johanningsmeier. She was a homemaker and mother, and a member of the Salem United Church of Christ.

She is survived by her daughters, Phyllis (Mark) Montgomery of Chesterton, IN and Susan (John) Olesik of Dublin, OH; sons, Richard Johanningsmeier of Westphalia and Robert Johanningsmeier of Westphalia; three grandchildren, Amber Kraft, Aaron Montgomery, and Kristi Olesik; and great-grandchild, Riley Montgomery.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Bonnie Brown; husband, Elmer, on April 13, 2009.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Salem United Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held after visitation Saturday at 12:00 PM also at the church with Pastor Bryan Taylor officiating. She will be laid to rest at Salem Cemetery. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salem United Church of Christ. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Jeffrey Wayne Miller

January 31, 1950 - January 15, 2017

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Jeffrey Wayne “Jeff” Miller, 66, Bicknell, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Jeff was born January 31, 1950, in Linton, the son of Dallas Wayne “Speed” and Shirley Ann “Shug” (Heidenreich) Miller. He married Luellen Byrer on November 11, 1972. Jeff graduated from North Knox High School. He was a farmer, mechanic, entrepreneur, and coal miner. He worked on the family farm most of his life, owned J and G Sunoco and Miller Racing Parts in Freelandville. He was the best dozer operator at every coal mine where he worked and retired from Peabody Coal Company. Jeff was an active member of the Bicknell First Baptist Church, serving in the past as Deacon and hosting the annual church wiener roast.
Jeff is survived by his wife of 44 years, Luellen; mother, Shirley Miller, of Edwardsport; sons, Jared (Laura) Miller of Whitestown, IN, Nathaniel Miller of Evansville, and Derek (Melinda) Miller of Bicknell; grandchildren, Gavin, Ava, Ivy, Nova, Trenton, Gabriel, Journey, True and Emma; brothers, Randy (Vonda) Miller of Bicknell and David (Sandy) Miller of Owensboro, KY; sisters, Jean (Bill) Schroeder of Freelandville and Susie (Jerry) Cardinal of Oaktown; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Dallas in 2015.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 20, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Bicknell First Baptist Church, 317 Washington St. Bicknell, IN 47512 with Rev. Seth Alexander officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2017 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM also at the church. He will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery in Freelandville, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Patsie A. Odell

Patsie A. Odell, 84, of Freelandville, passed away on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016 at the Freelandville Community Home.

She was born May 3, 1932 in Crisfield, Maryland, the daughter of Melvin Ward and Mildred Catlin Adams. She was a School of Nursing graduate having received her registered nursing degree. She worked at the Kirksville, Missouri Hospital and was a nurse for Head Start. She married Dr. B.G. “Doc” Odell and they made their life together for 60 years until his death on May 7, 2014. She was a member of the Methodist Church, Daughters of the American Revolution, VFW Auxiliary, Elks Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary, The Turtle Club and Immokalee Homemakers Club.

She is survived by her two daughters, Debbie Telligman and her husband, Steve of Freelandville and Sherri Koers and her husband, Dr. Dale Koers of Escondido, California; her grandchildren, Brett and Anna Telligman, Shawn Telligman, Kyle and Jenni Telligman, Evan and Krista Telligman and Amy and Frank Rogers; her great grandchildren, Elsa, Abram, Adyn, Emma, Andrew and Kiara Telligman and Harper Grace Rogers; and a sister, Karen Walls and her husband, Jimmy of Bridgeville, Delaware.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. B.G. Odell; three children, Kimberly, Cynthia and William Michael Odell; her parents; and her brothers, Jack Ward, E.G. Adams and Walter Ward.

Gravesite services will be1:30 p.m. on Friday at the Freelandville EUB Cemetery with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband. The Nurse’s Honor Guard will be held at the cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the Freelandville Community Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.duesterbergfredrick.com

Barbara Anne Morgan, 84, Oaktown, passed away Friday, September 23, 2016 at Bridgepointe Health Campus. Barbara was born July 23, 1932, in Chokio, MN, the daughter of Nicholas and Ella (Sebens) Grossman. She married her first husband, Julian Goracke on March 31, 1951 and he preceded her in death, then married Wendell “Cotton” Morgan on October 12, 1956. She retired from Oak Village Nursing Home after 15 years as a cook, was a housewife and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Sullivan. Barbara enjoyed Bunco, making quilts for family, doing crossword puzzles, and baking goodies for everyone.
Barbara is survived by her children, Teresa (Terry) Goracke King of Terre Haute, Mary (Ben) Goracke Kramer of Oaktown, and Arlene (Ed) Morgan Pepmeier of Bicknell; four sons, Leroy (Joyce) Goracke of Moscow, TN, Robert (Suzan) Morgan of
Oaktown, David (Kathy) Morgan of Oaktown, and Corey (Jenny) Morgan of
Oaktown; sixteen grandchildren, Brent King, Daniel King, Beth Burbage, Larry and Jason Goracke and Jaime Abbruscato, Melanie Dupuy, Andrea Mair, Derek Kramer, Matthew and Stefanie Morgan, Allison and Caitlin Morgan, Kayleigh Gilliam , Morgan Britton, and Samantha Morgan; eighteen great-grandchildren, Jordyn, Julia and Jenna Goracke, Dominick and Delaney Abbruscato, Kayla, Nicholas, and Olivia Dupuy, Evan and Ella Mair, Nathaniel and Hayden Morgan, Henry King, Benjamin Kramer, Jace King, Natalie, Chelsea, and Whitney Gilliam; brothers, Dennis Grossman of Byron, IL, Robert Grossman of Hudson, WI, George Grossman of Gardner, KS, and Gene Grossman of Chokio, MN.
She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Julian Goracke on November 9, 1953; second husband, Wendell Morgan on June 3, 2009; and brother, Roy Grossman.
Friends may visit on Sunday, September 25, 2016 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Oaktown Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 105 E. Jackson St., Sullivan, IN 47882 with Father Jeff Read officiating. She will be laid to rest at a later date at Oaktown Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Masses at St. Mary’s Catholic Church or Heart to Heart Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

 

John Richard "Dick" Lynn

Born: January 05, 1915
Died: March 01, 2016

John Richard “Dick” Lynn, 101, Bicknell, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at his residence. Dick was born January 5, 1915, in Vincennes, the son of John Centers and Edith (Brocksmith) Lynn. He married his first wife , Inez (Reynolds) Lynn, in 1941, and she preceded him in death in 1977, then married Avis Hardwick Trotter Lynn in 1980, and she survives. Dick and his brothers and cousins, Jr. and Ellis Brocksmith, owned and operated Lynn Tire and Oil Co. (Distributors of Sinclair, Arco and Marathon gas and oil in Knox County.) He was voted Bicknell’s Man of the Year in 2012. Dick was a member of the Bicknell United Methodist Church. He attended over fifty Indy 500’s and more than 4,000 Bicknell, North Knox, Red Hill and Linton sporting events. He helped to build Bicknell Swimland and was a charter member of the Pine Bluff Association. Dick served in the Army during World War II, serving in Italy, France and North Africa.
Dick is survived by his wife, Avis; children, Jack (Rita) Lynn of Bicknell, Jeff (Joyce) Lynn of Bridgeport, IL, David (Debbie) Trotter of Charlestown, IN, and John (Shelly) Trotter of Bicknell; grandchildren, Amy Boberg, Aaron Lynn, Natalie Andrews, Brett Lynn, Sarah Trotter, Anna Lyons, Josh Trotter and Travis Trotter; great-grandchildren, Madison Utt, Mason Utt, Jackson Lynn, Emelia Lynn, Ali Andrews, Layni Andrews, Mabry Lynn, Kayla Dunkin, Kenna Dunkin, Jonny Boberg, Jake Boberg, Joshua Boberg and one great-grandson expected soon.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Stephen Lynn; brothers, Carl, Claude and Paul; and sister, Martha.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Bicknell United Methodist Church. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 PM also at the church with Pastor Steve Rundel, Pastor Matt Hoffman and John Trotter officiating. He will be laid to rest at Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Knox Scholarship Foundation or Good Samaritan Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Dallas W. Miller

Born: August 24, 1928
Died: December 22, 2015

Dallas W. Miller, 87, of Edwardsport, passed away Monday, December 22, 2015 at BridgePointe Health Campus.
Dallas was born on August 24, 1928 in Bicknell, the son of Robert and Hulda Miller. He married Shirley Heidenreich on December 16, 1946, having just celebrated their 69th anniversary.
He retired after serving many years as a farmer and truck driver. He was a member of the Bethel Church and Farm Bureau.
Dallas is survived by his spouse, Shirley; three sons, Jeff (Luellen) Miller Bicknell IN, Randy (Vonda) Miller, of Bicknell and David (Sandra) Miller, of Owensboro KY; two daughters, Jean (Bill) Schroeder, of Freelandville and Susie (Jerry) Cardinal, of Oaktown; a brother, Robert L. Miller of Bicknell; nine grandchildren, Brian Schroeder, of Freelandville, Kent (Melissa) Schroeder, of Freelandville, Jared (Laura) Miller, of Whitestown IN, Nathaniel Miller, of Evansville, Derek (Melinda) Miller, of Bicknell, Brandon (Chelsey) Cardinal, of Oaktown, Brooks (Nikki) Cardinal, of Oaktown, Linsey (Thomas) Draper, of Freelandville, and Cody Miller, of Freelandville; and twenty-one great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, December 27, 2015 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Bethel Church. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Monday, December 28, 2015 also at Bethel Church with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Dallas’s memory to Bethel Church.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fredrickandson.com . Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel.

 
 
Walter Leo Kramer

Born: August 22, 1928
Died: December 19, 2015

U.S. VeteranWalter Leo Kramer, 87, Oaktown, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Walter was born August 22, 1928, in Knox county, the son of Alois and Josephine (Gaiter) Kramer. He married Vera Later on January 3, 1949. He worked for Hamilton Glass and later for Kramac Printing, and Vera Kramer Draperies, which he owned with his wife. Walter was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and was an avid collector and flew radio controlled airplanes. He served in the United States Navy during World War II.
Walter is survived by his daughters, Brenda (Christopher) Cameron of Mt. Joliet, TN and Pamela (Dale) Langferman of Columbus, IN; son, Ben (Mary) Kramer of Oaktown; eight grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gilbert Kramer of Vincennes.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Vera on May 8, 1990; two brothers, Johnny Kramer and James Kramer; and a sister, Rosemary Kramer.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a vigil service at 8:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Vincennes Chapel, 313 Church St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. David Fleck officiating. He will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice or the Indiana Military Museum. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Hyla Jean Richter | 1932 - 2015 | Obituary

Hyla Jean Richter
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Hyla Jean Richter

Born: July 29, 1932
Died: August 18, 2015

Hyla Jean (McBride) Richter, 83, Oaktown, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Hyla was born July 29, 1932, in Dover Hill, IN, the daughter of Verron and Lenna (Hall) McBride. She married her first husband, Walter William Grabbe and he preceded her in death on October 30, 1958, then married her second husband, Walter Richter on November 20, 1960 and he preceded her in death on February 16, 2004. She was the manager of Dyball’s, sold Avon, and was an avid quilter. Everyone knew her as the pillow lady. Hyla was a member of Bethel Church, where she was a former Sunday school teacher, and the Immokalee Club.
Hyla is survived by her daughters, Patty Crist and husband Jeff of Bicknell, Debbie Abrams and husband Chuck of Sullivan, and Angel Richter and her companion Alicia Marsh of Vincennes; sons, Bill Grabbe and wife Chris of Oaktown and Paul Richter and wife Angie of Ragsdale; grandchildren, Scott Page, Christina Nienaber, Jeffrey Page, Craig Grabbe, Travis Grabbe, Ashley Abrams, Clint Richter, Cole Richter and Jade Richter; fifteen great-grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Sims of Odon; and several nieces and nephews.
Along with her two husbands, Walter Grabbe and Walter Richter, Hyla is preceded in death by her parents; son, Mike Richter; great-granddaugter, Jasslyn Nienaber; one brother; and three sisters.
The family will receive friends on Friday, August 21, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bethel Church. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 11:00 AM also at the church with Rev. George Varns officiating. She will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice. Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Oaktown Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.

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Iris LaVerne Schroeder

Born: September 19, 1929
Died: May 17, 2015

Iris LaVerne (Chappell) Schroeder, 85, of Westphalia, passed away peacefully Sunday May 17, 2015 at the Freelandville Community Home in Freelandville, IN. She was born near Vincennes, IN on September 19, 1929, to Claude and Edna (Collins) Chappell. LaVerne graduated from Fritchton, IN High School in 1947. She met her husband of 64 years, Paul E. Schroeder throught the Rural Youth Organization. They were married at Salem Church on February 18, 1951. Prior to her marriage, she worked as a secretary for John Acker accounting in Bruceville. After they were married, she helped her husband on the family farm outside of Westphalia. LaVerne loved to garden and always had a large garden and canned a variety of produce. She and Paul were serious Euchre players and belonged to a card club for many years. They also loved to square dance and travel. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ and the Knox County Extension Homemakers.
Along with her husband Paul, survivors include her son, Bill E. Schroeder and wife Kim; granddaughter, Andrea Schroeder Harting and husband Seth; grandson, Scott Schroeder and great-granddaughter, Amelia Harting all of near Westphalia; sister-in-laws, Mildred Duzan of Bloomfield, IN, Helen Parkes of Oaktown, IN, and Carolyn Schenler of Medford, OR.
LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Claude Chappell Jr.; and sister Mary June Chappell Meyer.
Friends may visit the family on Thursday, May 21, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:00 AM also at the funeral home with Rev. Bryan Taylor officiating. She will be laid to rest at Salem Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Freelandville Community Home. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com

Obituary for Virginia Green

Memorial service for Mrs. Virginia Lou Green, age 83 of the Lake Tansi Community of Cumberland County, will be held at a later date.
Mrs. Green died Saturday afternoon April 18, 2015 in Cookeville Regional Medical in Cookeville, TN following a sudden illness.
She was born May 19, 1931 in Lynch, Kentucky to the late David and Goldie Richardson Burt, SR.
She was a long-time member of First Christian Church in Oak Town, IND and since living in Crossville has been attending First Christian Church of Crossville.
Mrs. Green was a member of Lake Tanisi FCE (Family Community Education); an avid Bingo player and enjoyed traveling, especially going on cruises.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn Williams and three brothers, David Burt JR, John Richard Burt, and William Burt.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Randy Wolfe of Lake Tansi; grandson, Randy Wolfe, JR, and great grandson, Matthew Wolfe, JR both of Issaquah, WA; six nephews and five nieces.

 

Richard Emil Finke | 1922 - 2015 | Obituary

Richard Emil Finke  
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Richard Emil Finke

Born: May 22, 1922
Died: March 11, 2015

Richard Emil Finke, 92, Freelandville, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Freelandville Community Home with his family by his side. Richard was born May 22, 1922, in Freelandville, the son of Fred and Emma (Schaefer) Finke. He married Marjorie Parker on March 9, 1950, and she passed on February 4, 2015. Richard retired as a coal miner, working for various coal mines, Red Ember, Thunderbird, White Ash, Hawthorn, Sunshine, and Lynnville. He was a member of Bethel Church and had been on the Bethel Church Board. He also was a member of the Vincennes American Legion, Vincennes VFW, Edwardsport Masonic Lodge #429, U.M.W.A., and the Bicknell Elks. Richard was a World War II Vet in the United States Army and received a bronze star for his service in the Pacific Theater with the 339th Combat Engineers. His family including his grandchildren and great-grandchildren were everything to him.
Richard is survived by his daughters, Nancy Tewell and fiance Dave Evans of Vincennes and Elaine Workman and husband Jim of Washington; son, Richard Finke and wife Ann of Cramerton, NC; grandchildren, Jay Page and wife Kim, Scott Kirchoff and wife Heather, Julie Kirchoff and companion Avery, Jason Kirchoff and wife Elizabeth, Erin Ridolfo and husband Ryan, Harrison Finke and companion Ashley McNabb, Jill Cooper and husband Steve, and Dan Workman and wife Tara; great-grandchildren, Brooke Page, Cole and Zach Kirchoff, Harrison and Audrey Hislip, Maddie, Emma, and Owen Kirchoff, Drew and Logan Workman, Mia Domino, and Allison and Mitch Cooper; his dog Sparky; and kitty cat Tammy.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie; parents; two brothers, Paul and Oscar Finke; one sister, Laura Volle; and two grandchildren.
Friends may visit on Sunday, March 22, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bethel Church. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 10:00 AM also at the church with the Rev. Dr. Kate Lambertson officiating. He will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery with the All-Weather Firing Squad providing military honors. Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Freelandville Community Home. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

     

Marjorie Heloise Finke | 1920 - 2015 | Obituary

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Marjorie Heloise Finke

Born: January 31, 1920
Died: February 04, 2015

Marjorie Heloise (Parker) Finke, 95, Freelandville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the Freelandville Community Home. Marjorie was born January 31, 1920, in Bicknell, the daughter of Lester and Stella (Ray) Parker. She was a 1938 graduate of Bicknell High School. She married Elmer “Bud” Hagemeier, and he preceded her in death in 1945. She then married her husband of 64 years, Richard E. “Dick” Finke on March 9, 1950. Marjorie worked at Hills Department Store, Mary Sherman Hospital, Dr. O’Dell, and was the Bethel Church secretary. She was a member of the Bethel Church, Bethel Women’s Guild, superintendent of children’s Sunday school, Bicknell Elks, American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, and the Freelandville Homemaker’s Club. She was known for uplifting others by sending cards of cheer.
Marjorie is survived by her husband Richard; daughters, Nancy Tewell and fiance Dave Evans of Vincennes and Elaine Workman and husband Jim of Washington; son, Richard Finke and wife Ann of Cramerton, NC; grandchildren, Jay Page and wife Kim, Scott Kirchoff and wife Heather, Julie Kirchoff and companion Avery, Jason Kirchoff and wife Elizabeth, Erin Ridolfo and husband Ryan, Harrison Finke and companion Ashley McNabb, Jill Cooper and husband Steve, and Dan Workman and wife Tara; great-grandchildren, Brooke Page, Cole and Zach Kirchoff, Harrison and Audrey Hislip, Maddie, Emma, and Owen Kirchoff, Drew and Logan Workman, Mia Domino, and Allison and Mitch Cooper; also her beloved pets, her dog Sparky and her kitty cat Tammy.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, Elmer; parents; and two grandchildren.
Friends may visit the family on Sunday, February 8, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bethel Church. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM also at the church with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating. She will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Knox County Humane Society. Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Michael L. Stremming, 61, of Sandborn, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Fri., Jan. 23, 2015, at his residence. He was born in Moses Lake, WA, on May 7, 1953, to Vivan E. and Dorothy (Gentry) Stremming.  Michael married Leah R. Phillips on May 1, 1982.

Michael was employed at the GE plant in Linton early in his life and presently served as a Social Worker at the Glenburn Nursing and Rehabilitation Home.  He was a member of the Indian Prairie Baptist Church and enjoyed writing music and singing.  Michael was a true friend and special in the lives of all who knew him. 

Survivors include his wife, Leah (Phillips) Stremming; son, Matthew Stremming of Sandborn; mother, Dorothy (Gentry) Stremming; two brothers, Steven Stremming of Indianapolis and R. Brett (Bev) Stremming of Bicknell; two sisters, Elizabeth (Davon) Roudebush of Bloomfield and Kathleen (Pat) Black of Freelandville; and several nieces and nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father, Vivan.

Funeral services will be conducted on Tues., Jan. 27th, at the Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel at 10:30 AM with Rev. Ed Smith officiating.  Interment will follow in the Stafford Cemetery in Sandborn, IN.

Friends may call at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton, IN, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Mon., Jan. 26th, 2015.

Arrangements have been entrusted to James W. Meng, Jr. and the Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel of Linton.

Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonpoindexter.com

JoAnn Kolhouse

Born: March 17, 1929
Died: January 20, 2015

JoAnn Kolhouse, 85, Vincennes, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at Good Samaritan Hospital. JoAnn was born March 17, 1929 in Vincennes, the daughter of Ona and Lois (Nightingale) Scheirmann. She was a 1947 graduate of St. Rose Academy. She married Franklin E. Kolhouse on February 19, 1950, and he preceded her in death on July 1, 1998. She worked as a telephone operator for Indiana Bell. JoAnn was a member of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Bicknell.
JoAnn is survived by her sons, Bob Kolhouse and wife Noi of Columbus, IN, Frank Kolhouse of Cleveland, TN, John “Jack” Kolhouse and wife Stacey of Fort Branch, IN, and Steve Kolhouse and wife Cheryl of Columbus, IN; twelve grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Cullison and husband Don of Bicknell.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Franklin; one brother, Bob Scheirmann; and one granddaughter, Lauren Hale.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 10:00 AM at Old Cathedral Catholic Church with Rev. David Fleck and Rev. Paschal Nduka officiating. Friends may visit the family on Thursday, January 22, 2015 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Vincennes Chapel, 313 Church St with a Vigil service beginning at 4:00 PM. She will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Philip Neri Catholic Church Capital Improvement and Building Fund. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Mary Elizabeth Stein

Born: June 30, 1921
Died: January 07, 2015

Mary Elizabeth (Smith) Stein, 93, Freelandville, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at the Freelandville Community Home. Mary was born June 30, 1921, in Bicknell, the daughter of George and Bertha (Carman) Smith. She married Francis Stein Sr. on November 5, 1944 and he preceded her in death in 1997. She was a homemaker and a member of the Bicknell First Baptist Church for 85 years. 
Mary is survived by her son, Francis Stein and wife Bobbie of Bicknell; grandchildren, Jill Woodburn and husband Woody of Bicknell and Kevin Stein and fiance, Nicole Weber of Freelandville; and seven great-grandchildren. 
She is preceded in death by her husband, Francis; parents; daughter, Linda Purcell; two grandchildren; five brothers; and two sisters. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the Bicknell First Baptist Church. Friends may visit the family from 10:00 AM until time of service. John McClure and Rev. Seth Alexander will officiate and she will be laid to rest at Asbury Chapel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bicknell First Baptist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

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James D. Watson

CHESTER, S.C. — James Donald Watson, 90, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, at Chester Nursing Center in Chester.

Born April 19, 1924 in Carlisle, Ind., Mr. Watson was a son of the late Benson Watson and Hulda Schuckman Watson-Hume. He was a graduate of Freelandville High School and attended Purdue University for a short time. He was a farmer from the age of 12 and a member of the Masonic Lodge.

Mr. Watson is survived by two sons, Gary Watson and his wife, June of Chester, and Bruce Watson and his wife, Lynne of Switz City, Ind.; two daughters, Kathy Watson of Morganton, N.C. and Brenda Weiler of Hickory, N.C.; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Ruth Myers Watson and a grandson, Travis Weiler.

A graveside service will be 4 p.m. Wednesday at Zion Cemetery in Lowrys, S.C., with Rev. Steve Oates officiating. The family will receive friends at the graveside immediately following the service. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of S.C., 173 Columbia St., Chester, SC 29706.

Online condolences may be made at http://www.barronfuneralhome.com

Ruby Aline Holmes

Born: June 15, 1923
Died: August 27, 2014

Ruby Aline (Dant) Holmes, 91, Bicknell, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. Ruby was born June 15, 1923, in Bicknell, the daughter of Merlin and Aline (Lagle) Dant. She married Rex Holmes on June 22, 1948 and he preceded her in death on January 23, 2010. She graduated from Bicknell High School in 1942, then worked as a telephone operator in Bicknell, and later became the office manager at the Bicknell telephone office. Ruby was also a member of the Bicknell Christian Church.
Ruby is survived by her daughter, Brenda Deweese and her husband Stan of BIcknell; son, Bruce Holmes of Bicknell; grandchildren, Dr. Ryan Deweese and his wife Dr. Ellen Fan of Zionsville; Jay Deweese and his wife Julie of Zionsville, Stephanie Sturgeon and her husband Scott of Bruceville, and Zac Jackson and his wife Samantha of Brownsburg; great-grandchildren, Alexandra and Isaac Deweese, Parker and Caroline Deweese, Brooklyn, Jersey, and Bronx Sturgeon, and Sabrina and Mitchell Jackson; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and one sister, Margie Page.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 30, 2014 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Funeral services will begin after visitation also at the funeral home with Pastor Ron Barnes officiating. She will be laid to rest at the Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions may be made to the Bicknell Christian Church. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

Obituary for Dr. B.G. “Doc” Odell

Dr. B.G. “Doc” Odell, 88, of Freelandville, IN, passed away May 7, 2014 at the Freelandville Community Home. He was born July 29, 1925 in Keokuk, Iowa the son of Walter & Velma Tucker Odell. He was a long time physician in the Freelandville/Bicknell area serving his patients with compassion and caring for over fifty years. He served his country during WW II in the U.S. Navy as an Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class. After his service he entered college to become a family practice physician. He married Patsie A. Ward and they made their life together for 60 years. He was a member of the Methodist Church, American Legion, VFW, American Osteopathic Association of Indiana, Moose, Bicknell Elks, Edwardsport Masonic Lodge, and Terre Haute Shrine and was a member of the Scottish Rite.

He is survived by his wife, Patsie A. Odell, their two daughters, Debbie Telligman, and her husband Steve of Freelandville, IN and Sherri Koers, and her husband Dale Koers O.D. of Escondido, CA his grandchildren, Brett and Anna Telligman, Shawn Telligman, Kyle and Jenni Telligman, Evan and Krista Telligman and Amy and Frank Rogers; his great grandchildren, Elsa, Abram, Adyn, Emma, Andrew and Kiara Telligman

He was preceded in death by three children, Kimberly, Cynthia and Michael W. Odell, his parents, three brothers, Walter Odell, Richard Odell, a brother in infancy and a sister, Sandra Ohlsen.

Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday May 17, 2014 at 12:00pm at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel with Pastor Mike DeCoursey
officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Freelandville Memorial Cemetery with military gravesite honors conducted by the All Weather Firing Squad. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to the donor’s charity of choice.

Douglas L. Walker

Wednesday, May 7, 2014
 

Douglas L. Walker, 62, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

He was born on September 30, 1951, in Vincennes, the son of Hinkle Walker and Ruby Walker.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include one daughter, Lisa Bredeweg (Matt) of Linton, one son, Stephen Walker of Linton, three grandchildren, Wyatt, Hannah, and Grace Bredeweg, and his significant other, Janet McKinley of Washington.

A celebration of life will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at Newkirk's Funeral Home in Dugger, Indiana.

Visitation: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday, November 2nd, 2013
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Memorial: 8:00 PM Saturday, November 2nd, 2013
  Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel


 

Obituary for Rex R. Walters

Rex R. Walters, 69, of Freelandville, IN, passed away Tuesday October 29, 2013 at the Good Samaritan Hospital with his family at his side. He was born May 2, 1944 in Washington, IN the son of Norman H. & Thelma Yocum Walters. He was a graduate of Freelandville High School and was awarded a scholarship to Oakland City College for his baseball talents. He graduated from Oakland City College with a bachelors’ degree in business. He was a former manager of Sherwin Williams Paint Store in Vincennes and more recently worked for Vincennes Industrial Supply and Kwick Kleen. He was a former member of Freelandville Methodist Church, served on the Freelandville Housing Authority and was a self-taught musician. He was an accomplished guitarist having played lead guitar for the Corvette’s, Free Rein and Reunion. He also played the keyboards and played in other rock & roll bands in the area. He would go to Fox Ridge Manor and play for the residents as a one-man entertainment show. He held his Real Estate Salesman and Locksmith licenses. He married Mary T. Weber on August 20, 1966 and they made their life together for 47 years. They were devoted to each other as they were devoted to their children, grandchildren and their many friends. He loved to travel with his family to anywhere they wanted to go.

He is survived by his wife, Mary T. Walters, their daughters, Julie A. Guy of Washington, IN and Teresa M. Sayre, and her husband Mike of Liberty Township, Ohio. Their grandchildren, Shelby L. Stanley, and her husband Matt, Logan M. Guy, Olivia M. Sayre and Delaney K. Sayre who will greatly miss him. Also surviving a brother, Paul Walters, and his wife Ann of Freelandville, IN, a nephew Tom Walters, and his wife Deb and a niece, Debbie Koberlein, and her husband Joe, along with several great nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of his Life will be conducted Saturday November 2, 2013 at 8:00 PM at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel with Mike McClure officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday at the funeral home from 5:00 PM until the time of services at 8:00 PM . Memorial contributions can be made to his family to be used to promote music education.

 

Betty Jean Porter
(March 1, 1928 - July 14, 2013)

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Betty Jean (Higgins) Dunn Porter, 85, Linton, formerly of Bicknell, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday July 14, 2013 at Greene County General Hospital. Betty was born March 1, 1928, in Knox County, the daughter of Landis Earl and Edith Mae (Elgan) Higgins. She married Martin Max Dunn July 4, 1947 and he passed on November 11, 1963. She then married Hubert Jack Porter and he passed January 25, 1986. She was a teacher’s aide for the North Knox School Corporation. Betty was affliated with the Bicknell First Church of the Nazarene. Betty is survived by her children, Billy M. Dunn and his wife Vicki, of Linton, Kathy Dunn Steele, of Linton, Roger L. Dunn and his wife Michelle of Linton, and Joni Dunn-Dickerson, of Princeton; grandchildren, Troy Steele, Ryan Dunn, Holly Dunn Marcum, and Jordan Dunn; five great-grandchildren and a great-granddaughter due in August; and brother Majors David Higgins and his wife Darlene, of Bedford. She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands Martin and Hubert, five brothers, and three sisters. Visitation will be on Wednesday July 17, 2013 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Graveside services will be held on Thursday July 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Bicknell Memorial Cemetery with Major David Higgins officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Anna Mae Koenig
(March 4, 1925 - March 22, 2013)

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Anna Mae Koenig, 88, Vincennes, formerly of Edwardsport, passed away Friday March 22, 2013 with her family by her side. Anna Mae was born on March 4, 1925 to Jesse and Eva McNew, of Bicknell. Anna Mae grew up in Bicknell, where her father was freight master for the railroad. Anna Mae and her sister, Esther, could be seen at the railroad office or spending time with their father’s best friend, Doc Carrico. She spent much of her childhood accompanying Doc Carrico on his veterinarian rounds and time with her father at their camp on the White River. She enjoyed hunting with her father, who taught her to be a marksman. Doc Carrico nicknamed Anna Mae “Billie” and her sister Esther “Tommy”. These nicknames stuck with them throughout Anna’s lifetime. She was employed by Security Bank & Trust, and retired from the bank as the head bookkeeper at the Bicknell branch. She married her high school sweetheart, Herman Koenig, Jr. on March 4, 1942. Anna Mae and Herman lived on the family farm near Edwardsport. They were members of the Bethel Church their entire lives. They were married for 63 and had three sons, John, Jim and Joe. She enjoyed needle work, tole painting, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Anna Mae also enjoyed motorcycle riding with Herman. Anna Mae is survived by her sister, Esther Summitt, of Bicknell; sons, Jim Koenig and his wife Linda of Brandon, FL and Joe Koenig and his wife Virginia of Vincennes; daughter-in-law Joan Koenig of Indianapolis; she was blessed with seven grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her oldest son, John. The family will receive friends on Monday March 25, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bethel Church. Funeral services will begin Tuesday March 26, 2013 also at Bethel Church at 11:00 AM with Pastor Mike DeCoursey officiating and burial following at the Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel Church or Good Samaritan Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Obituary for Anna Myers Watson

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Mrs. Anna Ruth Myers Watson, 86, died Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Magnolia Manor in Rock Hill, SC. The funeral service will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, December 28, 2012 at Barron Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Shaffer and Rev. Steve Oates officiating. The interment will be in Zion Cemetery, Lowrys, SC. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday at Barron Funeral Home.

Born November 21, 1926 in Vincennes, IN, Mrs. Watson was the daughter of the late Amel Myers and Mary Martar Myers. She was a graduate of Fritchton High School in Knox County, IN. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Lowrys and former member of Sweet Adelines and Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a teachers’ Aide for special needs children and enjoyed being a homemaker and working on the family farm. Over the years she was choir director of numerous churches and former Sunday School Teacher.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Lowrys, 3981 Armenia Road, Chester, SC 29706 or Children’s Attention Home, PO Box 2912, Rock Hill, SC 29732.

Online condolences for the family can be made at www.barronfuneralhome.com.


 

Ruth A. Linneweber, 94, formerly of Westphalia, and later of Vincennes, passed away Tuesday November 20, 2012 at BridgePointe Health Campus. Ruth was born December 18, 1917 in Knox County, the daughter of Casper and Selma (Volle) Meyer. She was baptized at the Zion Evangelical Church of Johnson Township as Ruth Anna Lyda Meyer on February 10, 1918. (This church closed its doors in 1941 so members of this church joined the current St. John’s United Church of Christ on 5th Street in Vincennes.) Ruth was a farmer’s daughter, working alongside her parents and sisters on their farm in Harrison Township, where her two sons, now live and continue working the family farm. She could tell many stories about attending a one room school just a few miles from the farm, and working with a team of horses in the fields when she was only 14 years old. Ruth graduated from Monroe City High School in 1935 and went on to attend the Indiana Business College and graduated in 1937. She worked for Mr. Matthew Welsh’s Law Firm in Vincennes as his secretary. Mr. Welsh went on to become Governor of Indiana in 1961. On June 10, 1939 she married Carl Linneweber of Westphalia. Carl was a farmer so Ruth now became a farmer’s wife for the rest of her life. They lived in the same quaint house in Westphalia and celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary together in 1989. Carl passed away that fall on October 22, 1989. A wonderful cook, she was also a skilled seamstress usually charging her friends only a “smile and a thank you”. She also attended the Salem United Church of Christ for many years and was a part of the Knox County Extension Homemakers Club.

Ruth is survived by her sons, Wally (Jeannie) Linneweber of Vincennes and Joe (Dale) Linneweber of Vincennes; daughter Karen (Pat) Richard of Cannelton, IN; seven grandchildren, Scott (Danielle) Linneweber of Indianapolis, Michelle (Dennis) Stafford of Vincennes, Chad Carrie of Fort Worth, Texas, Kyle (Abby) Linneweber of Vincennes, Megan (fiance Cody Hendershot) Linneweber of Vincennes, Danielle (Richard) Morgan of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Chris Linneweber of Vincennes; and three great granddaughters, Elliott Linneweber, Reagan Stafford and Kyndrix Linneweber.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Carl; brother Arthur Meyer; sisters Lillian Sander, Helen Buckthal, and Edna Meyer; one grandchild Janelle Linneweber; and two daughters-in-law Jennifer (Blann) Linneweber and Sherry (Hall) Linneweber.

The family will receive friends Saturday November 24, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Vincennes Chapel, 313 Church St. A second visitation will be held Sunday November 25, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM with funeral services beginning at 2:00 PM also at the funeral home with Dr. Rev. Katherine Lambertson, of St. John’s United Church of Christ, officiating and burial following at the Salem Cemetery in Westphalia. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s United Church of Christ, Good Samaritan Hospice, or BridgePointe Health Campus. Friends may leave online condolences at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Robert H. Summers
(January 27, 1930 - June 14, 2012)

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Robert H. Summers, 82, Edwardsport, passed away Thursday June 14, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Robert was born January 27, 1930 in Daviess County to George and Edna (Hill) Summers. He married Marquita (Winkler) Summers on September 10, 1949 and she passed on March 27, 1998. He married his second wife, Trula Mae Briner on November 27, 2002 and she survives. Robert was the president for Robert Summers and Sons, Inc.,and a member of the Edwardsport First Baptist Church. Robert is survived by his wife, Trula; two sons, Michael G. Summers of Edwardsport and Randy Summers and his wife Kathy of Edwardsport; two step-daughters, Carolyn Shepard and her husband Terry of Bruceville and Susan Toler and her husband Craig of Indianapolis; six grandchildren, Jason Summers, Jeremy Summers, Justin Summers, Bo Summers, Mitchell Summers, and Michael Po; four great-grandchildren, Dillon Summers, Lucas Summers, Cordelia Marquita Summers, and Michael Robert Summers; three step-grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Marquita, and one step grandson Nathan Carlson. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday June 18, 2012 at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell Chapel. Funeral services will begin at 12:00 PM at the funeral home with John Trotter officiating and burial following at the Edwardsport IOOF Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Edwardsport First Baptist Church. Friends may leave online condolences at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Leona M. Duke

BICKNELL — Leona M. Duke, 85, Bicknell, passed away at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012, at the Freelandville Community Home, with her family at her bedside.

She was born Jan. 7, 1927, in Vincennes, the daughter of Raymond and Anna (Speth) Kaiser. She was a graduate of St. Rose High School and she married Lloyd M. Duke on Sept. 3, 1947, and they made their life together for nearly 60 years until his death on June 29, 2007. She helped her husband on the family farm and she shared his love of farming. She was active as a member of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church and various organizations related to farming. She was a member of Farm Bureau and served as Knox County Women’s Leader for several years. She was awarded the Brute Society Medal in 2004 and was a gray lady at the Good Samaritan Hospital for many years.

She is survived by their children, Lloyd James Duke and his wife, Mary, of Bicknell, Michael A. Duke of Princeton, and Patricia “Patty” Baxter and her husband, Dennis, of Bloomington. Her grandchildren, Brian Duke, Beverly Smith, Jim Duke, Greg Duke, Steve Duke, Andy Baxter, Nathan Baxter, Jessica Baxter, Amy Baxter, Jeff Duke, Mark Duke, Mike Duke, Sean Duke, Jason Duke and Elizabeth Duke; 18 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Harriett Gartner of Vincennes, and Rita Leeper and her husband, Tom, of Indianapolis.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Jon Duke; a grandson, Chris Duke; her parents; two brothers, Richard Kaiser and Robert Kaiser; and a sister, Bernadine Crock.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, with the Rev. David Martin officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Mariah Creek Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the St. Philip Neri Catholic Church.

Online condolences can be made at: http://www.duesterbergfredrick.com.

Betty Jane Blann
(June 28, 1927 - May 25, 2012)

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Betty Jane (Helderman) Blann, 84, of Bruceville, passed away Friday May 25, 2012 at her residence. Betty was born June 28, 1927 to Ralph and Clarice (Watson) Helderman in Knox County. She married Donald Blann on September 15, 1945 and he has passed. Betty retired from the North Knox School Corporation. She was a member of the Bruceville Christian Church, the Ruth Circle, and the Knox County Homemakers Extension. Betty is survived by her daughter, Donna Jane Mackey of Evansville; one son, Rodney Ralph Blann and his wife Trina, of Bruceville; three grandchildren, Laura Janel Coppola and her husband Aaron, Sarah Jane Noble and her husband Jay, Priscilla Jean Evans and her husband P.J.; six great-grandchildren, Christopher Noble, Brooklynn Evans, Braxten Evans, Ryan Coppola, Jordan Coppola, and Greyson Coppola; her sister Carol Sue Lane, of Evansville; Carol’s son, Andy Lane; and Andy’s son, Ricky Lane; several nieces and nephews; one sister-in-law, Patsy Helderman Frederick of Vincennes. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; one son in infancy; one brother, Clarence Helderman; and one sister, Ruth Ann Helderman. The family will receive friends on Tuesday May 29, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bruceville Chapel. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday May 30, 2012 at 11:00 AM also at the funeral home with Jim Beery officiating and burial following at the Bruceville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. Friends may also leave online condolences at www.fredrickandson.com.

 

Betty J. Etmeier

SANDBORN — Betty J. Etmeier, 85, of Sandborn, passed away Friday, March 9, 2012, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes.

She was born on Dec. 19, 1926 in Daviess County to John Harold and Nellie Ruth (Harritt) Flynn. Betty married Max William Etmeier on March 22, 1947 and they had three sons.

Betty was a homemaker and worked for Dearmin Poultry Factory. She grew up in the Odon Christian Church and was a member of the Sandborn Baptist Church.  Her hobbies included latch hook, embroidery work, baking and watching soap operas.  

Betty is survived by three sons: Lonnie J. Etmeier and his wife, Carol, John M. Etmeier, and Kevin Etmeier and his wife, Glenda, all of Sandborn; four grandchildren, Justin, Brooke, Ben and Jacob; and one sister, Bonnie Laughlin and her husband, Glenda, of Odon.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Max Etmeier on Nov. 21,1986 and one brother, Robert Flynn.

The family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Sandborn Baptist Church with envelopes available at the church.

Funeral services are scheduled 11 a.m. Monday at 11 a.m. at the Sandborn Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Sandborn Cemetery. 

Visitation hours will be from 4-8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. until the hour of service on Monday at the church.

The Etmeier family has entrusted Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel of Linton with all funeral arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home’s website at http://www.andersonpoindexter.com

 

Robert E. England;

 
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Robert E. England

LINTON — Robert E. “Bob” England, 90, Sandborn, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011, at Greene County General Hospital in Linton.

He was born on Jan. 11, 1921, in Edwardsport, to Edward and Bessie (Ireland) England. Bob married Dorothy Ines Terrell on Sept. 27, 1944.

Bob was a coal miner with Shasta Coal Mine and then worked for Wickes Lumber Company for 20 years. He retired in 1986. Bob enjoyed fishing, mowing and gardening.


 
Survivors include his daughter, Anna Bilyeu of Linton; granddaughter, Dawn Ann (Thompson) Hockgeiger and her husband, Mike; great-grandson, Devan Michael Wood; and great-granddaughter, Abbigale Hockgeiger, all of Xenia, Ill. Bob was also survived by one sister, Marcella Peg Woodruff of Odon.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dorothy England on Jan. 3, 2007; son, Bobby England on Feb. 27, 2009; two brothers; and two sisters.

The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton, with Bryan Sanders officiating. Burial will follow at the Sandborn Cemetery in Sandborn. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton.

Online condolences may be sent to: http://www.andersonpoindexter.com.

Frederick V. “Fritz” Hagemeier, 87, Freelandville, passed away at 11:18 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011, at the Freelandville Community Home. Fritz was born on Nov. 30, 1923, in rural Bicknell, the son of Charles and Henrietta (Brocksmith) Hagemeier. He graduated from Freelandville High School in 1941. He married Neva F. Thompson on April 26, 1950, and she preceded him in January of 2009. He had retired as the superintendent of the Freelandville Water Association, after 20 years of service. After retirement he served as the superintendent of maintenance of the Knox County Fair. He was a member of Bethel Church, past exalted ruler of the Bicknell Elks 1421, Freelandville Improvement Club, and the former founder at the Knox County Habitat for Humanity. Fritz is survived by a son, Ed Hagemeier and his wife, Cheryl, of Freelandville; three daughters, Ruth Wesner and her husband, Jim, of Bicknell, Brenda Brocksmith and her husband, Kent, of Freelandville, and Linda Cardinal and her husband, Tim, of Bruceville; two grandchildren they raised, Beth Durall and her husband, Clint, of Carlisle, and Janet Ramseyer and her husband, Brian, of Bluffton; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Wilma Chester of Freelandville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Neva F. Hagemeier; daughter, Rebecca; son-in-law, Darrell; granddaughter, Cindy Isenberg; sisters, Louise, Elise, Ester and Irene; and brothers, Elmer and Carl. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Bethel Church, with the Rev. Mike DeCoursey officiating. Interment will be in Bethel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Church or Habitat for Humanity. Arrangements were handled by Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Bicknell Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home’s Web site at: http://www.fredrickandson.com


Obituary: Betty Lou Foschaar
Betty Lou Foschaar
 
Betty Lou Foschaar

Betty Lou Foschaar passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, at her home in Kingman. Betty Lou, born on Sept. 5, 1930, was 80 years old on her passing. She is survived by her loving husband Jack, daughter Jackie; sons, Michael and James; her loving daughter-in-law; Cheryl Colleen; her sister Evelyn; and brother Jim.

Betty Lou was a loving wife and mother, a grandmother of five, a great grandmother of six and great-great-grandmother of one. She touched so many peoples' lives with her kind and friendly nature and was loved by anyone she met. As well as her family interests, Betty Lou was a member of both the Kingman Chapter No. 17 Order of the Eastern Star and the Kingman Moose Lodge.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26, at the Oak Street Baptist Church, 605 East Oak Street in Kingman, with reception following.

The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Joan and Diana Hospice Home, 812 Airway Ave., Kingman, AZ 86409, or can be reached by phone at (928) 692-4680. Flowers can also be sent to the memorial service.

Jean (Goyer) Powers, 80, Bicknell, passed away at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, at the Freelandville Community Home.

She was born Feb. 2, 1930, in Bicknell, the daughter of Louie and Rae (Ollier) Goyer. She married Charles Powers on Dec. 10, 1950, and he preceded her on Feb. 26, 1988.

She had worked as a clerk at Family Pharmacy and Public Service Indiana. She was a member of the Bicknell United Methodist Church.

Jean is survived by her daughters, Jean Ann Neal and her husband, Steve, of Oaktown, Jane Ellen Kaiser and her husband, Steve, of Plainfield, and Julie Lynn Harvey and her husband, Rich, of Oaktown; six grandchildren, Lori Petty, Sara Keasling, Traci Neal, Drew Kaiser, Matt Kaiser and Taylor Harvey; five great-grandchildren, Kyli Petty, Dylan Petty, Derek Keasling, Bethany Keasling and Bryson Smith; and a sister, Pat Barnes of Martinsville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two sisters.

A private graveside service will be at the Bicknell Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Bill Cash officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice.

Arrangements were handled by Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel.

Online condolences may be sent to: http://www.mcclure-utt.com

James C. ‘Jim’ Russell Jr.

PARIS, Ky. ??” James C. “Jim” Russell Jr., 65, passed away at 2:32 a.m. Nov. 17, 2010, at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

He was born May 21, 1945 to James C. and Imogene Russell. He was a native of Bruceville, Ind., and a member of the musical groups The Corvettes and The Five R’s.

He is survived by his wife, Alberta, Millersburg; two children, Polly Russell, Chicago, and Jeffrey Russell, Prescott, Ariz.; three brothers and their wives, Donald and Colene, Lawrenceville, Ill., Richard, Evansville, Ind., and Dennis and Susie, Bruceville; two sisters and husband, Sandra and Rodney Lafferty, Bruceville, and Wendy Russell, Windfall, Ind.; brother-in-law John Luttrell, Bruceville; sister-in-law Judy Russell, Lowell, Ind.; two step-daughters and husbands, Lisa and Andy Jacqmain, Vincennes, and Debbie and Brad Wagner Wabash, Ind.; two stepsons, Bill Trabant, Odon, Ind., and Bob Trabant, Mt. Carmel, Ill.; twin grandsons; a granddaughter; 14 step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Janie L. Luttrell; and a brother, Lowell E. Russell.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. CST Saturday at Hinton and Turner Funeral Home in Paris. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. CST today. Burial will be at Millersburg Cemetery.

He was greatly loved and will be missed by all.

Robert L. “Bob” Cutsinger, 58, of Oaktown, IN, passed away November 12, 2010 at 1:02 PM at the Good Samaritan Hospital with his family at his bedside. He was born June 12, 1952 in Spring Grove, KY the son of Casey Cutsinger his father and Mary Stilkes Cutsinger Candler and his stepfather Harvey. He married Marjorie A. Dillon on June 12, 1971 and they made their lives together for 39 years. He was a heavy equipment operator for the Indiana Department of Transportation who was a loyal and devoted employee for over 36 years. He lived his faith by his actions and how he treated everyone he met, he knew no strangers and would give anything he had to those who needed it. He loved to fish, his motorcycles, and his grandchildren. He was an avid shooter at local Beef & Turkey shoots. He enjoyed going to various flea markets looking for all of the deals.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie A. Cutsinger, their daughters, Marj Y. “Pee Wee” Cutsinger and her companion, Becky Hooten and Brandy Cutsinger Schoolcraft, and her husband David. His grandchildren whom he took so much pride, Cheyenne Cutsinger, Dillon Schoolcraft, Ricky Hooten and Brandon Hooten. He is also survived by his brothers, John Cutsinger of Vincennes and Eugene Cutsinger of Bicknell, his sisters, Ida May Sanders of Westport, IL, Mary Groves Frye of Vincennes, Cathy Carpenter of Vincennes and Brenda Gibson of Ragsdale, IN.

He was preceded in death by his mother and step father, Mary & Harvey Candler, his father, Casey Cutsinger, three brothers, Casey William, Ricky, Jerry Wayne Cutsinger, and a sister, Linda Louise Cutsinger.

Funeral Services will be celebrated Tuesday November16, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel in Bicknell with Pastor Alan Griggs officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Asbury Chapel. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 P.M. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to help his grandchildren attend college.

John Douglas “Doug” Earley, 51, of Oaktown, IN passed away Monday October 18, 2010 at 7:02 AM at the Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born October 9, 1959 in Vincennes, the son of John W. & Marietta Steimel Earley. He was a graduate of North Knox High School and worked in the construction industry. He formerly attended St. Philip Neri Catholic Church and was an avid NASCAR fan. His favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt Jr.

He is survived by his children, Stacie Flickenger, Jason Earley and his wife Fallon and Nicole Lavander, and her husband John all of Vincennes. His mother, Marietta Earley of Vincennes, his grandchildren, Cameron, Christian, Nicholas, Jonathan, Kyli, Logan, Abigail and Victoria. His brothers and sisters, David Earley, and his wife Marsha of Carlisle, Daniel Earley, and his wife Janet of Farmersburg, IN, Richard Earley, and his wife Cheryl of Oaktown, IN, Greg Earley of Decker, IN, Patricia Earley of Vincennes, Donna Roberts, and her husband Carl of Ravenna, Ohio, Gayle Kelley, and her husband Jerry of Bicknell, IN and Nancy Gayle of Greenfield, IN. Several nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his father, John W. Earley in 1999.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday October 21, 2010 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Chruch with Fr. Jason Gries officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Oaktown Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 PM Wednesday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Funeral Home, Vincennes.

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the Oak Village Nursing Center.

Ethel (Chambers) Byrer:
 
Ethel (Chambers) Byrer, 91, lifelong resident of Bicknell, entered her long awaited Heavenly Home on Saturday September 25, 2010 at the Freelandville Community Home at 5:36 PM. She was born February 23, 1919 in Vigo Township in Knox Co. IN the daughter of D. Levi and Roxie P. Gardner Chambers. She was a 1936 graduate of Edwardsport High School and on June 11, 1938 she became the loving wife of Eldon E. Byrer and they made their life together raising a large family and serving the Lord for over 60 years until his death on October 16, 1998. A true testament of her steadfast faith, Ethel was a lifelong member of the Bicknell First Baptist Church. She loved the Lord & showed it through her love, concern & compassion to others.  She sang in the church choir for over 64 years, taught Sunday school and belonged to various Missionary Circles and participated in many Lay-Witness Missions.

She was a member of the Vigo County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution & loved reading books concerning any type of history, especially American History. An avid golfer, Ethel was a member of the  Bicknell Country Club up until she was 80 years old. She was a past member of the Bicknell Tri Kappa Women’s Club. An avid gardener, Ethel always had the most breathtaking flower gardens in her neighborhood. Besides serving the Lord, The most important thing in her life was her family. She loved being surrounded by her large family, Especially the little ones who always brought a smile to her face. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She called herself a domestic engineer having 7 children to care for. She was an exceptional cook.. Ethel was a favorite aunt of many nephews and nieces. 

She is survived by her children, Gareth R. (Gary) Byrer and his wife Christina, of Bicknell, Bruce E. Byrer and his wife Jeanne of Bicknell, Jane Ann Arnold, and her husband Paul of Bicknell, Sara Heller and her husband William of Vincennes, Luellen Miller and her husband Jeff, of Bicknell, William T. Byrer and his wife Karen of Bicknell, Melissa A. Maddox and her husband Reed of Oaktown. 24 Grandchildren, 30 Great grandchildren and 4 Great-Great grandchildren. Her brothers, Alan W. Chambers of Pocahontas, AR, Max Chambers and his wife Marilyn, of Martinez, GA , Rex R. Chambers and his wife Barbara of Vincennes, IN, also survive her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, 2 grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, her parents and 5 sisters and 2 brothers.

Funeral services will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 10:00 AM at the Bicknell First Baptist Church with Rev. Seth Alexander & Pastor John Moreland officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 PM Tuesday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Wampler Shaw Chapel.

Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to Bicknell First Baptist Church, Good Samaritan Hospice, Freelandville Community Home or Bicknell Alumni Scholarship Fund.

Desco D. Meyer

FREELANDVILLE ??” Desco D. Meyer, 83, of Freelandville and formerly of Sandborn, passed away Fri., Sept. 24, 2010, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes.

He was born on May 5, 1927, in Washington to George Luther and Anna Kathren (Harker) Meyer. On April 15, 1951, Desco married Mary June Chappell, and they had two children.

Desco was a farmer by trade and a member of the Salem United Church of Christ in Westphalia. He was raised in Sandborn and as a young man, he began work at the Bucannon Dairy Farm. He continued in the dairy farming business in the Freelandville community until 1957. He then moved back to Sandborn, where he resumed farming until his retirement in 1993. Desco was a good father and a loving grandfather who will be sorely missed.

Survivors include his son David A. (Connie) Meyer of Sandborn; his daughter Alisa A. (Mike) Poehlein of Tell City; four grandchildren, Rachelle (Greg) (Poehlein) Blackford, Shawna (Poehlein) Etheridge, Melinda (Troy) (Meyer) Wolfe and Lee Meyer; and four great-grandchildren, Sydney, Hayden, Blake, and Madison.

Desco was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Jane, (June 4, 2009); and one brother, Delmar Harold Meyer (2005).

The family has requested memorial contributions to be made to the Salem United Church of Christ or the American Cancer Society in memory of Desco. Envelopes will be available at the church.

The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010, at the Salem United Church of Christ in Westphalia with Pastor Peter P. Bortz officiating. Interment will follow in the Salem UCC Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at the Salem United Church of Christ in Westphalia on Monday, Sept. 27, from 4-8 p.m. and will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m. until the hour of service at 10:30 a.m.

The Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel has been entrusted with all funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonpoindexter.com

Mark Tiek, 59, Marion, died at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1. 2010, at the Marion Veterans Affairs Hospital in Marion. He was born June 4, 1951, to Robert and Shirley (Strange) Tiek Cannon. He graduated from North Knox High School and attended Indiana State University. He played for both the North Knox and ISU golf teams. He worked for Public Service Indiana in traveling maintenance and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Bicknell Methodist Church. He is survived by his sister, Stephanie Mischler of Kingland, Ga.; his step-mother, Gladys Tiek of Vincennes; nieces Amy and Nicole of Fernanvina, Fla.; great-niece Catlin O'Leary of Charlotte, N.C.; and great-nephews Riley Mischler of Yulee, Fla., and Zachary Burwell of Fernanvina, Fla. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home, Bicknell Chapel, with Pastor Sharon Baker presiding. Burial will follow in Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.until the hour of service Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent through the funeral home's web site at www.mcclure-utt.com.

Donald L. Voglesong

BREVARD, N.C. ??” Donald L. Voglesong, 85, a retired school administrator in the Vincennes area, died Thursday, July 29, 2010, at Transylvania Regional Hospital.

He served in the Army in World War II and was a prisoner of war during the Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of the Brevard First United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Twighla Walts Voglesong; sons David and Danny Voglesong; brother Arnold Voglesong; one grandson; and one great-grandson.

The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the Brevard First Methodist Church, the Rev. Mike Jordan officiating. Burial will be in Pisgah Gardens with military graveside rites by the Honor Guard for Transylvania County Veterans. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Transylvania Habitat for Humanity, Box 1071, Brevard, NC 28712. Condolences may be sent to: moodyconnollyfuneralhome.com. Moody-Connolly Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

 

Roy L. Grabbe, 92, formerly of Freelandville, died at 9:30 a.m. CDT Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Gibson General Nursing Home Facility in Princeton.Born Jan. 23, 1918 in Knox County, he was the son of Albert and Lena(Ritterskamp) Grabbe. Roy was a real estate broker and operated Freelandville Implement Co. He was a member of Bethel Church, a board member of KCARC, Masonic Scotish Rite and the Hati Shrine. He was past state president of the Indiana Farm Equipment Dealers Association. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. His wife, Doris (Clinkenbeard) Grabbe, preceded him in death in 1999. He was also preceded in death by a son, John, who died in Vietnam; a son, David Grabbe; four sisters; and a brother who died in infancy. Survivors include a son, Pat Grabbe and his wife, Ann, of Princeton; grandchildren, Matt Grabbe and Sarah Grabbe; one great-grandson, Collin Grabbe; and a sister, June Eppersimons and her husband, Lloyd, of Summerville, S.C.The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church with the Revs.George Varns and Mike DeCoursey officiating. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery.Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Church. Condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home's Web site,mcclure-utt.com. Arrangements were handled by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes,Bicknell Chapel, 109 E. Sixth St.

Richard Wayne Boberg, 81, of Freelandville passed away Sunday, June 6th at 2:10 am at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. Born on October 7, 1928, on the Boberg family farm, Mr. Boberg lived and worked his entire life as a farmer until he retired in 1998. A former President of the Knox County Farm Bureau, he also served on the Knox County Fair Board. His community activities included serving as President of the Widner Township Farm Bureau; the Freelandville Improvement Club; the Freelandville Community Sale; board member of the Freelandville Water Assn.; a volunteer for the Knox County Salvation Army; an officer in the Rural Youth organization and serving as a 4-H leader for Widner Township. He was a member of the Bethel United Church of Christ and the First Christian Church of Edwardsport.

Richard was predeceased by his wife of fifty-three years, Merom Duke Boberg in 2005. Also preceding him in death were: his youngest son, Ronald F. Boberg; his parents, Ewald and Laura Krueger Boberg; and his brother, Kenneth Boberg.

In addition to attending his sons’ and grandchildren’s athletic events, Richard’s hobbies and interests included the euchre club, woodworking, square dancing, and regularly traveling with his wife to Europe as a dealer of the Edward J. Funk and Sons Seed Corn Company.

He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law: Wayne and Nancy Messel Boberg of Chicago; Robin and Janice Carlborg Boberg of Bicknell; and Rebecca Robinson Boberg of Vincennes. Also surviving are two sisters, Mary Francis Miller of Bicknell and Doris Simpson of Evansville, and grandchildren: Bailey Boberg; Brock Boberg; Veronica Boberg Trabant (Nick); Abby Boberg Mason (Josh) and Erica Cooper.

The funeral will be held at Bethal Church in Freelandville on Wednesday June 9, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. Burial will be at the Bethel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday June 8 at the Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Bicknell chapel, 109 East Sixth Street in Bicknell, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Carl Cabello Scholarship Fund or Knox County Salvation Army.

Beth Ellen (Bubenzer) Anderson, 49, Edwardsport, died at 10:04 p.m. CDT Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville. Born Feb. 16, 1961 in Vincennes, she was the daughter of Gus and Ruth(Grabbe) Bubenzer.She was a purchasing agent for MSHA for 26 years and 7 months and was a member of Bethel Church in Freelandville. Survivors include her husband, Kevin Anderson of Edwardsport, whom she married April 10, 1983; daughters, Kari Beth Anderson of Ellettsville, Kimberly Michelle Anderson of Evansville and Kelci Nicole Anderson of Edwardsport; a brother and his wife, Joe and Pam Bubenzer of Mooresville, N.C.; and two sisters and their spouses, Lenora and Frank McCrary of Sandborn, and Ann and Paul Spelbring of Poland, Ind. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Timothy Dale Anderson. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Bethel Church, 13673 E. Ind. 58,Freelandville, with the Rev. Mike DeCoursey officiating. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Freelandville Community Home or the Bethel Church Relay For Life team. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclure-utt.com. Arrangements were handled by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home,Bicknell Chapel, 109 E. Sixth St.

• Rachel Louise (Waldroup) Pieper

BICKNELL ??” Rachel Louise (Waldroup) Pieper, 78, Bicknell, died unexpectedly at 4:08 p.m. Tuesday, May 4, 2010, at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Born Jan. 26, 1932, in Oaktown, she was the daughter of Robert S. and Violet L. (Jones) Waldroup.

Rachel founded Pieper’s Carpet and retired from there after working and providing decorating services for over 35 years. She was a member of Bethel Church. Rachel was a 4-H leader for many years for Sandborn and Freelandville. She was instrumental in decorating downtown Bicknell for Christmas and the Lighting of the Stars.

Survivors include her husband, Leroy Pieper, whom she married Aug. 18, 1951; daughters Angela Holscher and her husband, Mike, of Oaktown and Tonya Miller and her husband, Timothy, of Bicknell; grandchildren Summer and Jon Williams of Oaktown, Josh and Liza Holscher of Oaktown, Tanaya and Heath Titzer of Evansville and Trey Miller of Bicknell; and great-grandchildren Ava Williams, Hadley Williams, Clarey Holscher and Hollyn Holscher.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Robert and Jack Waldroup.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Church.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home’s Web site, mcclure-utt.com.

Arrangements were handled by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel, 109 E. Sixth St.
 

Neil A. Long, 65, of Bruceville, IN passed away at the Deaconess Hospital Wednesday, April 7, 2010 with his family at his side. He was born January 19, 1945 in Vincennes, the son of Roy & Hazel Rose Long. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church and was president and owner of Steel Fabricating Industries and had been in steel manufacturing since 1976. He was the lead singer in various bands and was an original member of the Corvette’s and the founding influence of the band, "Free Reign". He held memberships in the Knights of Columbus where he was a 3-degree member, Eagles Lodge and “Denny’s Breakfast Club. He was active in the Hoosier Cruisers as well as a proud parent and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Titzer Long, his children, Jill Doades, and her husband, Kent of Bruceville, In, Shannon Long, and his wife, Monnette, of Haubstadt, IN, Kelly Long of Bruceville, IN, and Ashley Long Ashley, and her husband, Nevin, of Evansville, IN. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Carson Doades, Shelby Doades, Holtman Doades, Casey Long, Jeffrey Long, Neil Long, Hope Long, Averee Long and Kennedy Johnson. His sisters, Gayle Lee, and her husband John of Princeton, IN, Patsy Stark of Bruceville, IN and Janie Sanders, and her husband Doug of Spencer, IN.

His parents, Roy & Hazel Long., preceded him in death.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday April 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM at St. John Catholic Church with Fr. David Fleck and Fr. Jason Gries officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM Sunday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the music programs of North Knox, South Knox or Rivet Music Programs, Relay for Life or the Knox County Humane Society.

The father of Pat Becher passed away on March 27, 2010.  Our thoughts are with Pat and her family. 

• Lee Louis Becher

BICKNELL — Lee Louis Becher, 84, Bicknell, died at 3:31 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 2010, at Good Samaritan Hospital, Vincennes.

He was born on Sept. 8, 1925, in St. Menard, the son of Herbert and Frances (Meyer) Becher. He was a supervisor for Vincennes Steel and a World War II Navy veteran. He was a member of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1157, French Club, Elks Lodge and American Legion.


 

Surviving are two daughters, Diana Fidler and her husband, Dale, of Princeton, and Pat Becher of Bicknell; a son, Mark Becher and his wife, Susan, of Bicknell; daughter-in-law, Sara Becher of Henryville; three brothers, Frank Becher of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Bill and Donnie Becher, both of Vincennes; four sisters, Germaine Graman and Judy Doyle of Vincennes, Becky Price of Chrisney and Nancy Lasher of Jasper; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Becher and Frances (Meyer) Becher; his wife, Joan (Merkley) Becher; one son, Mike Becher; and a sister, Virlie McMann.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church with the Rev. Jason Gries officiating. Interment will be in Bicknell Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel, 109 E. Sixth St.

Condolences may be sent online through the funeral home’s Web site, www.mcclure-utt.com.

From the Vincennes Sun,  Sister of our classmate Becky Perry. 

• Deborah K. Kass

Deborah K. Kass, 60, Terre Haute, passed away at 9:20 p.m. Friday, March 5, 2010, in her residence with her family at her side.

She was born Deborah Katherine Perry on Oct. 24, 1949, in Vincennes, to Paul Perry and Joan Perry.

Survivors include her husband of 26 years, Michael Kass; three sons, Christopher Frey of Bowling Green, Ohio, Michael Frey of Farmersburg and David Frey of Zionsville; stepson, Eric Kass of Carmel; four grandchildren, Kaylyn, Cade, Sawyer and Eliza; three stepgrandchildren, Katelyn, Mikayla and Owen; and her brother, Doug Perry; sister, Rebecca Simrock; and brother, Kelly Perry, all of Vincennes. Her parents preceded her in death.

Debbie graduated from North Knox High School in 1967 and St. Anthony’s School of Nursing in 1971. Debbie worked for many years as a registered nurse at Union Hospital and at Indiana University Medical Center. She cared for many people throughout her life and continues to give to others by donating her body to the Indiana University Anatomical Education Program.

After being diagnosed with brain cancer in 2005, Debbie was surrounded by the love and care she had shown so many others, especially by her sister, Rebecca Simrock. She enjoyed working in her beautiful flower garden and volunteering at the Humane Society.

There will be no funeral service. Following a prayer service for the family, a Celebration of Life gathering will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Ohio Building, 672 Ohio St., Terre Haute. The family kindly suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Terre Haute Humane Society, 1811 S. Fruitridge Ave., Terre Haute, IN 47803 or to Hospice of the Wabash Valley, 400 Eighth Ave., Terre Haute, IN 47804.
 

Meredith Ann Beery
(May 1, 1944 - January 24, 2010)

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Meredith Ann Beery, 65, rural Oaktown, died Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 in Vigo County. Born May 1, 1944 in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of Meredith E. and Isabel ³Peg² (Steelman) Hyneman. Meredith was a retired school teacher having taught at Oaktown Elementary School and Clark Middle School for 30 years. She was a member of the Oaktown United Methodist Church and a member of the Knox County Library Board. She also taught Sunday school at the Merom United Methodist Church. She was a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha Social Society and was treasurer for the Knox County Republican Women. She participated in the Clark Middle School Higher Bound program, served on the Life After Meth Board and served as a volunteer at Good Samaritan Hospital. Survivors include her husband, Jim Beery of rural Oaktown, whom she married April 3, 1966; her mother, Peg Hyneman of Hazleton; a son, Daniel Beery of Philadelphia, Pa.; two daughters and their spouses, Marsha Ann and Scott Jones of O'Fallon, Mo., and Meredith and Ted Miller of New Albany; four grandchildren, Wyatt Oxley, Jacob Jones, Maura Jones and Amelia Miller; a sister and her husband, Jane and Fred Hartzburg of Vincennes; and a brother and his wife, John and Cheryl Hyneman of Hazleton. She was preceded in death by her father, Meredith E. Hyneman; and one brother, James Eric Hyneman. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the auditorium at North Knox High School with the Rev. Paul Gettinger and Pastor Erich Blevins officiating. Burial will be in Morris Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the gymnasium at North Knox High School. If friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made to: Higher Bound,300 N. Fifth St., Vincennes, IN 47591 or Life After Meth, c/o the Rev. Peter Haskins, 2525 N. Sixth St., Vincennes, IN 47591. Online condolences may be sent through the funeral home's Web site,www.mcclure-utt.com. Arrangements were handled by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes,Oaktown Chapel, 100 W. Main St.

• Rex R. Holmes

BICKNELL — Rex R. Holmes, 86, passed away with his family at his bedside at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010.

He was born Oct. 11, 1923, in Knox County, the son of Lyle and Fern Hollingsworth Holmes. He married Ruby Aline Dant Holmes on June 22, 1948, and they had been married for 61 years.

Rex was a retired coal miner and also worked in his later life at the Family Pharmacy and the Bicknell Country Club pro shop. Rex was a former Bicknell city councilman, and he was a member of the Bicknell Elks, French Club and Bruceville Rod and Gun Club. He was stationed in the South Pacific with the Navy in World War II.

He is survived by his wife, Ruby Holmes of Bicknell; a son, Bruce Holmes of Bicknell; a daughter, Brenda and her spouse, Stan, Deweese of Bicknell; a sister, Barbara and her husband, Robert, Waggoner of Little Rock, Ark.; grandchildren, Dr. Ryan and his wife, Ellen, Deweese of Whitestown, Jay and his wife, Julie, Deweese of Zionsville, Stephanie and her husband, Scott, Sturgeon of Bicknell, and Zac and Samantha Jackson of Brownsburg; great-grandchildren Brooklyn Sturgeon, Parker Deweese and Sabrina Jackson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and a sister.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010, at Bicknell First Christian Church. Burial will follow at the Bicknell Memorial Cemetery with military graveside rites by the All-Weather Firing Squad. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made in Rex’s memory to the Bicknell Christian Church or the North Knox Scholarship Foundation.

Arrangements were entrusted to Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Bicknell Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home at www.mcclure-utt.com.
 

 Roger L. Pitcher

LINTON — Roger L. Pitcher, 61, Vincennes, formerly of Sandborn, passed away Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at BridgePointe Health Campus in Vincennes.

He was born March 25, 1947, in Linton, to Sherman L. “Mike” and Martha I. (Lind) Pitcher.

Roger worked at Crane as an electrical engineer, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the Elnora Masonic Lodge.

Survivors include his daughter, Lisa M. (Dirk) Reed of Odon; one son, Jason L. (Christy) Pitcher of Petersburg; seven grandchildren, Dane, Madison and Sydnie Reed and Adam, Jessica, Chelsie and Blaine Pitcher. Also surviving are two sisters, Theresa Slaven and Mary Jo Asher, both of Sandborn.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents.

The funeral will begin at 11 a.m. today at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel, 89 C St. NW, with the Rev. Robert Clendening officiating. Interment will follow in Sandborn Cemetery in Sandborn.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the hour of service today at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonpoindexter.com.
 

Robert “Spider” DeCoursey, born in Bicknell, Indiana on November 1, 1917, died at 2 P.M. on Sunday, December 27, 2009 surrounded by his family. He was the son of David and Mayme (Hirth) DeCoursey. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Everett, and Loren and sister, Muriel Messel and son-in-law, Bill Reel

 

He is survived by his wife, Doris (Maberto) DeCoursey, three children, Marianne Reel of Bicknell, John (Jennifer) DeCoursey of Oaktown and Judy (David) Davis of Bicknell, 5 grandchildren, Robert (Maureen) Reel of Indianapolis, Dr. John W. (Deanna) DeCoursey of Terre Haute, Julie (Matt) Halter of Oaktown, Liza (Josh) Holscher of Oaktown, Drew Davis of Bicknell, 3 step-grandchildren, Susan Sowers, Lynn Chandler, Greg Reel and 7 great-grandchildren.

 

He graduated from Bicknell High School in 1936 and was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army. He worked as a union meat cutter for Kroger for 33 years. He served on the Bicknell City Council for 32 years, and the Knox County Council for 4 years. During this time, he served as acting Mayor of Bicknell on two occasions. He was selected as Bicknell's man of the year in 1976. He served on the Bicknell beautification committee and helped develop Hoover park in downtown Bicknell. He also served on the Knox County Area Planning Commission.

 

An avid fisher and sports fan, Spider was the voice of the Bicknell Bulldogs and North Knox Warrior Football team for many years. He was a basketball referee, and played baseball. Spider was one of the founders of Pine Bluffs (a local residential/recreational area), serving as its first President. He was instrumental in developing Bicknell's northside baseball field and in retirement, he operated the Bicknell Sportsman's club.

 

 

Spider was a member of First Baptist Church, American Legion and the Bicknell Elks.

The funeral will be conducted Saturday, January 2, at 10:30 A.M. at Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home's Bicknell chapel with burial at Bicknell Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 to 8 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Online condolences:www.fredrickandson.com

Memorials may be contributed to the North Knox Booster Club in Spider’s memory.

Obituary for the father of our classmate, Janice Hartzburg Perigo.  Our thoughts are with Janice's family. 

• Raymond Hartzburg

OAKTOWN — Raymond Hartzburg, 95, formerly of Oaktown and Vincennes, died at 3 p.m. CST Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at Golden Living Center-Woodbridge in Evansville, where he had been a resident since May of 2009.

He was born on May 6, 1914, in Oaktown, the son of Claudia (Dawson) and William Hartzburg. He was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve, and his parents.

Raymond was a retired farmer and military veteran having served during World War II. He also worked for the Oaktown Feed Mill and Kentucky Natural Gas before going into farming full-time.

Raymond is survived by two sisters, Ruby Strate and Minnie Summers of Vincennes; one brother, Carl Hartsburg of Wheatland; two daughters, Janice Perigo and her husband, Dean, of Evansville and Cathy Halbert and her husband, Kerry, of Chase City, Va.; one son, Charles (Chuck) Hartzburg of Crawfordsville; Beth Hartzburg of Crawfordsville; grandchildren, Rusty, Joseph and Charlie Hartzburg, Nicole, Amanda and Andrew Halbert and Jeff and David Perigo; and three great-grandchildren, Kimberly, Owen and Charlie Hartzburg. Also surviving are two nieces, Ann Dix and her husband, Ron, and Carla Hartsburg, both of Vincennes

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Fredrick & Son, McClure-Utt Funeral Homes, Oaktown Chapel, 100 W. Main St., with Raymond’s son-in-law, Kerry Halbert, officiating. Burial will follow in Oaktown cemetery with graveside honors by the All-Weather Firing Squad.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
 

 

Our thoughts are with Curtis and Karen (Maberto)
Scott on the loss of Curt's mother, Peggy. 

 

Peggy C. Scott
(Died October 27, 2009)

 

Peggy C. Scott, 79, Oaktown, died at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at
BridgePointe Health Campus in Vincennes.
Born May 31, 1930 in Vincennes, she was the daughter of Curt and Sarah
(Hyslip) Williams.
She was a homemaker and a member of Oaktown Christian Church where she was a
longtime organist and pianist. She was also a member of the Order of Eastern
Star and served as past Worthy Grand Matron of Indiana.
She married Allan Scott in 1950 and he preceded her in death in 1999. She
was also preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include sons and their spouses, Curtis and Karen Scott of Oaktown
and Dr. Craig and Tonya Scott of Bruceville; four grandchildren, Lindsay
Scott of Chicago, Kyle Scott of Oaktown, Logan Scott of Bruceville and
Ashley Scott of Oaktown; and a brother and his wife, Hal and Marilyn
Williams of Oaktown.
The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oaktown Christian
Church by the Rev. Todd Barnhizer. Burial will be in Oaktown Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the church with an Order of
Eastern Star service to follow at 7 p.m.
If friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Vincennes
Pet Port or the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclure-utt.com.
Arrangements were handled by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Homes,
Oaktown chapel.
 

 

Mr. Bubenzer's obituary from the Vincennes Sun. 

• Ernest Bubenzer

Ernest Bubenzer, 95, Freelandville, died at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Good Samaritan Hospital. He had been a resident of the Freelandville Community Home.

He was born March 13, 1914, in Martin County, the son of Nora (Hollingsworth) Bubenzer and Gus Bubenzer.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Nelda (Telligman) Bubenzer, and his second wife, Hazle (Singleton) Bubenzer.

Ernest taught math, science and business at Hamlet, Freelandville, Oaktown and North Knox. He also farmed.

He was a member of Bethel Church, where he had been Sunday school superintendent, deacon and elder. He also was a Widner Township trustee and served on the board of directors for REMC.

Ernest is survived by his sons, Gary and his wife, Sandra, Bubenzer of New Glarus, Wis., and Don and his wife, Nancy, Bubenzer of Kent, Ohio; grandchildren Brian and Jodie Bubenzer, Nathan and Mary Bubenzer, Amy and Emil Filc and Stacey and John Seefeldt; and great-grandchildren Sam Bubenzer, Joseph Bubenzer, William Bubenzer, Thomas Bubenzer, Peter Bubenzer and Emma Filc.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Bernice Hayes, Ruth Bubenzer and Viola Helen Bubenzer; a brother, Gus Bubenzer; a stepsister, Robertine Vance; and a stepfather, Walter Gross.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Bethel Church in Freelandville with Mike DeCoursey officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery.

The visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the church.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Freelandville Community Home or Bethel Church or North Knox Scholarship Fund

Arrangements were made by Fredrick & Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent to www.mcclure-utt.com.

 

( From Don Dyer ) Essex wire closed yesterday, and after over 30 years of service I am now unemployed. Several classmates have worked there over the years, including Jerry Melvin. He was layed off yesterday as well. A sad time for Knox County but a new start for those who worked there.

Patty Duke's younger brother passed away Sunday evening.  Patty's address is: Patricia R Baxter, 8847 E North Shore Dr, Unionville, IN.  Here is the obituary from the Vincennes Sun. 

http://suncommercial.com/articles/2009/09/01/news/obituaries/doc4a9d196e6102f635238730.txt

Here is a link for Knox County Death Records.  The death had to occur in Knox County for the name to be listed. 

1921-June 2002

http://www.kcpl.lib.in.us/kclib/content.aspx?page=deathindex

2002-2007

http://www.kcpl.lib.in.us/kclib/content.aspx?page=obitindex

Please create a PROFILE for yourself and encourage any classmates you see or are in contact with to do the same.  The site is easy to remember.  It is simply www.northknox70.com

Welcome to the NEW WEB site for the Class of 1970. Hopefully this site will be more user friendly than our former site and will encourage participation. You can change your pictures, email address, etc. and the site will automatically update your information with no manual inputs by me.  We hope you enjoy.

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS

Steve Stremming  4/18
1969 John DeCoursey  4/19