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Brownstown Norma Jean Wischmeier 2024 Norma Jean Wischmeier, age 91, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, June 28, 2024, at Forest Path of the Lutheran Community Home, Seymour. Mrs. Wischmeier was baptized in Christ, confirmed in faith, and united in holy marriage to her beloved husband, Marvin, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Sauers. After her marriage, she became a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, with her husband, where they attended church regularly. Norma also belonged to Wegan Ladies Aid at the church and served in various offices over the years. She had a strong faith and was proud of raising her family in the Lutheran church. Norma loved and cherished her family, and she was loved beyond...

Indianapolis Kevin E. Woodward 2024 Kevin E. Woodward, age 63, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at I.U. Health, Indianapolis. Mr. Woodward had a strong faith, and he loved reading the Bible. Kevin did flooring installations for more than 40 years. He raced super mod race cars for five years, enjoyed camping and fishing, and he had a love for painting. Born on August 3, 1960, in Los Angeles, California, Kevin was the son of Thomas Gerad and Thelma (Hoscheit) Woodward. His father and stepfather preceded him in death and his mother survives in Kentucky. Survivors also include four daughters: Sarah Woodward of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Mary (Larry) Hamilton of Mobile, Alabama, Priscilla Woodward of...

Seymour Tom Oktavec 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Thomas Edward Oktavec, age 76, at his home in Seymour, Indiana on June 23rd, 2024. Tom was born November 20, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated from Valley Forge High School in 1966 and was drafted into the US Army less than a year later. He served heroically from January 1967 until January 1971. Tom's service to his country included a wartime tour in Vietnam from September 1968 to September 1969. After his honorable discharge from the Army, Tom attained his degree from Cuyahoga Community College and started in earnest what would become a successful management career in the convenience store business, one that would span...

Columbus Sandy K. Axsom 2024 Sandy K. Axsom, 65, a resident of Columbus, Indiana, passed from this life at 2:19 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Columbus Regional Hospital. Sandy was born in Columbus, September 16, 1958, the loving daughter of James M. Rogers and Shirley M. Boyer Rogers Wood. Sandy married Terry L. Axsom September 30, 1977; he survives. Sandy was a 1976 graduate of Columbus North High School. A homemaker, Sandy had a long career in banking serving as branch manager for Home Federal Savings Bank and Fidelity Federal. Most recently, Sandy worked at Cummings Lighthouse in Seymour. Sandy was a member of the Ogilville Christian Church and she cherished the time she spent with her grandkids. Sandy found...

Mattawamkeag, ME Jack Junior Scroghan Jr. 2024 Jack Junior Scroghan Jr. died peacefully in his home in Mattawamkeag, ME, on June 18, 2024. He is survived by his wife Pam Scroghan. Jack was born on Jan. 21, 1966 in Indianapolis, IN, to Jack and Judy Scroghan. He was the only boy to five girls. He is survived by Alice Scroghan, 62, of Seymour, Debra Campbell, 59, of Hayden, and Amanda Brooks, 44, of Seymour. He had several nephews and greats. He is proceeded in death by his father, Jack Scroghan, and sisters Tina Scroghan and Rebecca Cole. He was cremated in Maine.

Freetown Terrance Andrew Long 2024 Terrance "Terry" Andrew Long, 61, passed gently into eternity early Monday morning at his Freetown home, surrounded by family and immersed in prayer as he made his final departure. He had courageously fought a three-year battle with ALS that ravaged his body but failed to conquer his spirit. Born November 5, 1962, to Daniel D. Long and Madyline (Talbert) Layfield in Indianapolis, Terry was the 2nd of five children. After graduation from Warren Central High School, he moved to Bloomington as a manager of Noble Romans where he met his wife, Cheryl (George). They were married December 30, 1987 and were blessed with eleven children: Amanda (Ryan) Mosier of Bloomington; Stephanie (Kevin)...

Fayetteville, Georgia Patricia A. Bischoff 1924 — 2024 Patricia A. Bischoff, age 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at her daughter's residence in Fayetteville, Georgia. Born November 20, 1924, in Shelbyville, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Russell E. Oakley and Regina F. (Rehme) Oakley. Patricia was a devoted wife to her late husband Curtis L. Bischoff, whom she married on October 25, 1947, in Beech Grove, Indiana. Together, they shared many years of love and companionship until his passing on August 13, 1993. Patricia's life was marked by a deep commitment to family, faith, and community. She worked as a clerk at Cartwright Pharmacy in Crothersville for over 32 years and was a proud graduate of Sacred Heart of...

Columbus Donald W. Davidson 2024 Donald Wayne Davidson, 75, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Willow Crossing Health & Rehab. Donald was born May 16, 1949 to Earl and Bonnie Davidson. He is survived by his brother, Glenn Davidson; and his three children, Angela West, Leslie Young, and Joel Davidson. He is now joining Kathryn Davidson; his mother, Bonnie; and his father, Earl in his heavenly home. Don graduated from Brownstown High School in 1967 and went on to get his college degree at the University of Indianapolis. Most people knew Don as a realtor in Columbus for over 40 years, but his main passion was music. He could hear a song and sit down and play it on the piano effortlessly ,it was like watching magic....

Seymour, Indiana Jeffery Alan Purdue 2024 Jeffery Alan Purdue, 60 of Seymour passed away at home on Saturday, June 15, 2024. He was born April 15, 1964 in Seymour, Indiana to John and Cheryl K. Lauster Purdue. He attended Seymour Schools. Jeff had worked at Skaggs Builders. He was very good at repairing small engines, using his "green thumb" to take care of plants and was an incredibly gifted artist. Jeff is preceded in death by his father, John Purdue, Jr. and his step-siblings Tony Purdue and Cindy Purdue. Surviving to cherish his memory are his mother, Cheryl Watson, his brothers, Chris Purdue and Mike Purdue, his sister, Robin Storey, his children, Melanie Balazar, Sarah Brittain and Luke Newkirk and his longtime companion...

Bloomington, Indiana Ruth Virginia (Gillaspy) Gossman 1920 — 2024 Ruth Virginia (Gillaspy) Gossman, age 103, of Bloomington and formerly of Brownstown, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the home of her son. Ruth graduated in 1943 from Indiana University with a degree in Home Economics. She was a teacher with the school systems at North Madison, Columbus, and Decatur Township in Indianapolis for more than 20 years. She taught Home Economics, Special Education, and Kindergarten. Ruth was a Cub Scout leader and a 4-H leader, and she belonged to the Extension Homemakers Clubs in Jefferson County, Bartholomew County, and Marion County. She loved her family beyond measure, including her nieces and nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She...

Bloomington Ruth Virginia (Gillaspy) Gossman 2024 Ruth Virginia (Gillaspy) Gossman, age 103, of Bloomington and formerly of Brownstown, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the home of her son. Ruth graduated in 1943 from Indiana University with a degree in Home Economics. She was a teacher with the school systems at North Madison, Columbus, and Decatur Township in Indianapolis for more than 20 years. She taught Home Economics, Special Education, and Kindergarten. Ruth was a Cub Scout leader and a 4-H leader, and she belonged to the Extension Homemakers Clubs in Jefferson County, Bartholomew County, and Marion County. She loved her family beyond measure, including her nieces and nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She...

Freetown Nellie Mae White 2024 Nelli M. (Gray) White, of Freetown, was called to her Heavenly Home on the early morning of June 14, 2024, at Autumn Trace of Seymour. She was 95. Born on August 4, 1928, she was the daughter of Florin smith and Ruthe Smith Helton who both preceded her in death. She had two sisters, Iolene and Esta Smith who both preceded her in death. Neelie attended elementary school In Medora. She loved telling stories of the Terrell Farm where she grew up through the Great Depression. On September 8, 1945, in Brownstown, Nellie was united in marriage to Joseph C. Gray, who preceded her in death on July 5, 1984. This union of 38 years was blessed with three children, a son Steven W., and two...

Greenwood, Indiana Joan H. Jones 2024 Joan H. Jones, 93, passed away June 12, 2024, at the Waters of Chesterfield Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born December 30, to Chester and Alma Hook Helt of Elizabethtown. She graduated from Columbus High School, class of 1949. She married her high school sweetheart, Merrill A. Jones, April 11, 1952. She studied nursing at the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing and became a licensed Registered Nurse in November of 1952. She and Merrill were married for 51 years before he passed in 2004. She was a devoted wife and mother and supported Merrill's passion for missions and reaching others for Christ. She ministered to others through her passion for nursing. She held private duty...

Freetown Elinda Gayle Williams 2024 Elinda Gayle Williams, age 80, of Freetown, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Gayle was a member of Brownstown Church of the Nazarene. Gayle loved her family, and she enjoyed taking care of the elderly. Born on August 11, 1943, in Bartholomew County, Gayle was the daughter of Arthur and Flotilla (Hanner) Williams, both of whom preceded her in death. Survivors include three brothers: Robert Lloyd (Linda) Williams of Freetown, Charles Eric Williams of Brownstown, and Samual Kirk Williams of Freetown; seven sisters: Vivian Faye Eisle of Brownstown, Phyllis June Belcher of North Vernon, Deborah Jean Lazenby of Greensburg, Joyce Ann...

Seymour Mary Louise "Lou" Bowling 2024 Mary Louise 'Lou' Bowling of Seymour was called home peacefully on June 12, 2024. She was born June 11, 1950, in Corbin, Kentucky to the late Donald Lee and Hattie Doreen (Maggard) Cobb. She was raised in Norman, Indiana by her grandmother, Luana Maggard, her aunt and uncle Carl and Charlotte (Maggard) Fish, and other wonderful aunts and uncles. She attended Clearspring High School and graduated in the class of 1968. Lou adored her grandchildren and loved life, family, friends, music, and playing cards. She worshiped her Savior at Cornerstone Community Church in Seymour. She married James E. Bowling December 27, 1968. They were married until his passing on April 16, 1990. She continued...

Medora Rhonda Rae Riley 2024 Rhonda Rae Riley, of Medora, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of June 11, 2024, at her home. She was 65 years old. Rhonda entered this life on July 6, 1959, in Middletown, Ohio. She was the first born to Glen Ray and Betty Ann (Ewen) Hill. She grew up in Franklin, Ohio, and was graduate of Franklin High School class of 1977 with honor's. She went on to take a few colleges before taking a job at Franklin City School System. A job she loved up till the day she retired, "Once a wildcat, always a wildcat." On November 27, 1985, at Her future-in-laws house she was united in marriage to Tony Douglas, Sr. From this marriage of almost 39 years, they were blessed with three children,...

Vallonia Mark D. Tape 2024 Mark D. Tape, age 63, of Vallonia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Mark had a strong faith, and he was a life-time member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, where he was baptized in Christ, confirmed in faith, and united in holy marriage to his wife, Judy. He held various church offices, including serving as Trustee and serving on the Cemetery Board. Mark graduated from Lutheran Central School and was a 1979 graduate of Brownstown Central High School. He began his working career as a farmhand for Charlie Stahl. He then worked for Doyle's Construction and was a factory worker at Seymour Manufacturing for many years. As...

Seymour John R. Myers 2024 John Richard Myers, 77, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024 at the Lutheran Community Home in Seymour. John was born in Columbus, Indiana on December 5, 1946, to the late Woodrow W. and Genevieve (Bennett) Myers. John majored in physical education as an undergraduate at Findlay College in Ohio. He earned his Master's degree from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana in 1971. Early in his career, he was a swimming and football coach in the Seymour community. Later, he taught physical education at Lincoln, Emerson, and Redding before retiring in 2003. His goal as a teacher was to ensure all the students kept moving. Physical fitness was always important to John, and until his recent...

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