Edna Marie Warren

[8 May 2012 | No Comment ]

Edna Marie (Hollin) Warren, 91, a resident of Hampton Oaks Health Campus in Scottsburg, formerly of Crothersville, passed away at 10:15 PM on Tuesday, May 8, 2012.

Born October 1, 1920, in Clay County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of John and Myrtle (Robinson) Hollin who are both deceased.

On June 15, 1943 in Goldsboro, North Carolina she married Lionel Guthrie Warren who preceded her in death on January 16, 2003.

Edna worked hard all of her life, she retired from H.O. Canfields in Seymour, was also employed at the old U.S. Shoe Corp., and the Powder Plant in Charlestown.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Crothersville, was a cofounder and member of the VFW ladies auxiliary post # 1083, was an excellent cook, enjoyed flowers & gardening, and loved all of her family deeply.

She is survived by six children, John (Shirley) Chandler of Houston, TX, Jean Chandler Skarbovik of Crothersville, Linda Carter of Scottsburg, Lydia (Frank) Prewitt of Seymour, Anita Nicholson of Indianapolis, Lori (Larry) Clark of Seymour, sister, Bertha Money of Carmi, Ill, twenty two grandchildren, thirty three great grandchildren & four great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by four brothers, four sisters, a son, Mike Warren, son and daughter in law Larry & Esther Warren, son in law, Jim Curl, & great great grandson, Michael Bradford.

A grandson Brett Nolan Chandler will conduct funeral services at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville with burial to follow at Crothersville Cemetery.

Friends may visit on Friday, May 11, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville and after 9:00 AM on Saturday. The ladies auxiliary will be conducting services on Friday at 7:00 PM.

Memorial donations may be given to the Crothersville Cemetery or Donor’s Choice c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110 E. Howard St., Crothersville, IN 47229.

Douglas Owen Davidson

[26 Apr 2012 | One Comment ]

CHANGE IN PLACE AND TIME FOR THE MILITARY SERVICE

Douglas Owen Davidson, 64, of Seymour, passed away at 9:25 PM on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Hospice Inpatient Facility in Columbus, Indiana.

Born June 14, 1947 in Oneida, Kentucky, he was the son of George Lester and Bessie (Hudson) Davidson who are both deceased.

He was a 1965 Crothersville High School graduate and was a United States Navy Veteran.

Douglas retired from plastic manufacturing as a supervisor.

On April 30, 2011 in Nashville, TN, he married Peggy (Spicer) Davidson who survives in Seymour.

Survivors also include, four children, Katrina (Jeffrey) Lamb of Gallatin, TN, Geordy Davidson of Greensville, South Carolina, Jessica Davidson of Deltona, Fl, Quinn Davidson of Greenville, South Carolina, five grandchildren, Karalyn Lamb & Jeffrey Lamb both of Gallatin, TN, Bryce Davidson of Greenville, South Carolina, Skylar Mazza of Deltona, Fl, Rylee Clark of Deltona, Fl, six siblings, Olin (Dorothy) Davidson of Florida, Kurtis Davidson of Crothersville, Judy Bannister of Crothersville, Oakley Davidson of Murray, KY, Pam (Tim) Mannix of Crothersville, Sandra (Lanny) O’Neal of Seymour.

Two brothers, George David Davidson & Herman Davidson, preceded him in death.

Military rites will be accorded at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at the Davidson Homeplace, 9280 S. Co Rd 950 W., Crothersville, IN 47229 by the Crothersville VFW post #1083.

Rev. Danny Kessler will conduct memorial services at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Adams Funeral Homes & Crematory in Crothersville, Indiana.

Friends may call on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Adams Funeral Homes & Crematory in Crothersville.

Memorial donations may be given to Jackson County Humane Society or Crothersville Class of 1965 Scholarship fund c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110 E. Howard Street, Crothersville, IN 47229.

 

Jeanetta Stout

[11 Apr 2012 | 4 Comments ]

Jeanetta “Jean” Stout, 64, of Crothersville, IN passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at Clark Memorial Hospital in Jeffersonville, IN at 5:52PM. Jeanetta was born on November 13, 1947 in Jackson County to Lawrence and Lorraine (Hughes) Stout who have both preceded her in death. Jean was a Seymour High School graduate and she was the apartment complex manager for 15+ years at the Village Apts. in Crothersville.

Jean was a member of the Crothersville Ladies Auxiliary Post #1083. She spent many hours researching genealogy and being active in the Jackson Co. Historical Society and she even had a book published about Crothersville’s historical happenings. She took great pride in her family and cherished her grandchildren. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lawrence Jay & Amber Roberts, grandchildren, Haley Lorraine and Chase Alexander Roberts, all of Paris Crossing, and a brother, Robert “Bob” Stout of Seymour.

Reverend Jerry Ousley and Randy King will conduct funeral services at Noon on Monday, April 16, 2012 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville with burial to follow at Riverview Cemetery in Seymour.

Friends may call on Monday from 9:00 AM until service time at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville.

Memorial donations may be given in memory of Jean to Jackson County Historical Society c/o Adams Funeral Home & Crematory, 110 E. Howard St., Crothersville, IN 47229

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Eligah Parks

[9 Apr 2012 | 8 Comments ]

Eligah Parks, 64, of Austin, Indiana, passed away at 8:42 AM on Monday, April 9, 2012 at Clark Memorial Hospital in Jeffersonville.

He retired from Jeff Boat in Jeffersonville and enjoyed fishing and building things for his hobbies.

Born August 20, 1947 in Oneida, Kentucky, and raised in Manchester, he was the son of Estill and Ida Parks who are both deceased.

Survivors include two children, a daughter, Carolyn Parks (Dennis Bannister) of Scottsburg, a son, Kenneth (Samantha) Parks of Scottsburg, two brothers, Charles (Sara) Parks of Bethel, Ohio, Joe Parks of Manchester, Kentucky, a close companion, Janiata.

Three sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Cana Cemetery.

Friends may visit from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 17, 2011 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville.

Memorial donations may be given to the family c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110 E. Howard Street, Crothersville, IN 47229.

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Richard Ecklund

[26 Mar 2012 | No Comment ]

Richard Ecklund, of Seymour,  passed away on March 26, 2012 at Schneck Medical Center.  Cremation has been entrusted to Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville.

Randall R. Sipes

[25 Mar 2012 | 4 Comments ]

Randall R Sipes, 65, of Seymour passed away at 9:10 AM on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at his residence in Seymour, IN.

He was born September 15, 1946 in Winchester, Kentucky. he was the son of the late John & Ruth Marie (Hughes) Sipes. He was a 1964 graduate of Crothersville High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army were he served in artillery during the Vietnam War in 1966 and 1967. He married Janice E. Dillon on March 10, 1979 at the First Methodist Church in Seymour, Indiana. Randall worked for Cummins Engine Company for 30 years retiring in 2001. He was a member of the Crothersville V.F.W. Post 1083, Seymour American Legion Post 89, and Freeman Field Flying Association, in Seymour, Indiana.

Randall loved spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends; he also enjoyed aviation, gardening, and music.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include: His Wife, Janice E. Sipes, of Seymour, IN, three sons, Travis D. (Sundi) Sipes of Bloomfield, IN, Matthew R. Sipes of Seymour, IN, Christopher B. (Kristen) Sipes of Indianapolis, IN, six grandchildren; Ty M. Sipes, Alec T. Sipes, Caleb M. Sipes, Lylah B. Sipes, Bradley H. Sipes, Oliver L. Sipes. Three Sisters, Judy (Lynn) Ritchison of Scipio, IN, Christine Sipes of Seymour, IN, and Kathleen Prince of Seymour, IN.

A Memorial Service will be conducted by Pastor Irvin Benge at 5 P.M. on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at Uniontown Baptist Church in Uniontown, IN.

Visitation will be from 3pm to Service time on Thursday at Uniontown Baptist Church.

Memorial donations can be given to Schneck Medical Center Foundation Hospice, American Cancer Society, Uniontown Baptist Church, American Legion Post 89, and Crothersville V.F.W. post 1083, c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110 East Howard Street, Crothersville, IN 47229

Christopher W. Doty

[19 Mar 2012 | 8 Comments ]

Chris W. Doty, 44, of Crothersville, passed away at 12:48 PM on Monday, March 19, 2012 at Decatur County Memorial Hospital in Greensburg, IN.

Born October 16, 1967 in Seymour, Indiana, he was the son of Jerry & Jackie (Wilson) Doty who both survive in Crothersville.

Chris was a 1987 Columbus North High School graduate, worked as a welder and construction. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, Harley Davidson and was a loyal friend.

Other survivors include, children, Sumra (Daniel) Barajas of Clarksville, TN, Heather Hayes of Norman, IN, Zachary Doty of Seymour, two stepchildren, Amber Royalty, Brandon Royalty, one sister, and Tami Doty of Crothersville.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Chad Doty, Aug., 13, 2007.

Pastor Harvey Kornegay will conduct funeral services at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville with burial to follow at Crothersville Cemetery.

Friends may visit on Wednesday March 21, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Adams Funeral Home in Crothersville and after 9:00 AM on Thursday.

Memorial donations may be given to the family c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110 East Howard Street, Crothersville, IN, 47229.

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Ronald “Ronnie” Wiesman

[16 Mar 2012 | No Comment ]

Ronald “Ronnie” Wiesman, 69, passed away Friday, March 16th, 2012 at 7:35PM at Norton’s Hospital in Louisville, KY.

Ronnie was the oldest of 7 children born on August 23rd, 1942 to the late Hallie “Jack” and Elinora (Derringer) Wiesman.

Ronnie graduated from Crothersville High School in 1960. He worked at the U.S.Postal Service until he enlisted in the Air Force. Ronnie was in Germany when he suffered severe injuries, which left him paralyzed. This happened January 13th, 1963. Although he was unable to do things himself, he had plenty of willing family and friends to carry out his wishes. His main caregiver was his sister, Nora. He drove a car, loved to swim and have his family over for cookouts. Ronnie had numerous hobbies-raising beagles, honeybees, cattle, fish, and exotic birds.  He enjoyed making honey, wine and producing tomatoes, potatoes, and fruit trees. Ronnie loved to share his produce and tell others his methods of raising them. One of the most memorable days of Ronnie’s life was when his 50-year class members paid him a surprise visit. He talked about it for months and how much it meant to him.

Survivors include six siblings, Carol Sue (Merrill) King, Nora Lizenby, Randy (Debbie) Wiesman, Gary Wiesman, Rose (Dean Victorino) Farmer all of Crothersville, Rita Goble of Underwood, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother in law William Goble Jr.

Rudolph Hamblin will conduct funeral services at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville with burial to follow at Wesley Chapel Cemetery where military graveside services will be conducted..

Friends may visit on Monday, March 19, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM and after 9:00 AM on Tuesday at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville.  Memorial contributions may be given to Wesley Chapel Cemetery in memory of Ronnie.

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Agnes Akin Bishop

[6 Mar 2012 | No Comment ]

Agnes (Akins) Bishop 95, passed away at 7:00 AM, Tuesday March 6, 2012 at I.U. Health West Hospital in Avon, Indiana.

Born April 20, 1916 in Seymour, Indiana, she was the daughter of Walter and Mayme (Schleutker) Akins.

On August 27, 1939 in Seymour, Indiana she married Walter Bishop.

She was a member of the Eastern Star, Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, the DAV Auxiliary, and the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary. She was a former Jackson County 4H leader, Cub Scout Leader, Church organist and Sunday School Teacher.

Survivors include, two children, Betty (Wayne) Bell-Jarrell of St. Louis, MO, and Thomas (Henrietta) Bishop of Indianapolis, one Grandson, Greg Bell and one great granddaughter of St. Louis. Her parents and her brothers, Herman Akins and Clayton Akins preceded her in death.

Memorial Services will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Adams Funeral Home & Crematory in Crothersville.  Interment of cremains will be held at a later date at Crothersville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to Crothersville Cemetery.

Wanda Gay Maxie

[6 Mar 2012 | 6 Comments ]

Wanda Gay (Loper) Maxie, 77, of Tampico, passed away at 5:00 AM on Monday, March 5, 2012 at her home.

Born December 12, 1934 in Jackson County, she was the daughter of George H. and Marie (Lutes) Loper.

She was a 1953 Crothersville High School graduate.

On July 9, 1953 in Manchester, KY, she married Steve Maxie who survives in Tampico.

Wanda worked at the Shirt Factory, US Shoe Corp. until it closed, Hoosier Christian Village, and retired from Schneck Medical Center as the night supervisor for Environmental Services for eleven years. She was a member of Tampico Christian Church where she taught Sunday school, Jackson County Christian Women’s Fellowship, and loved to cook, was excellent at it and was a good seamstress.

Other survivors include, two children, a daughter, Connie Jo Weathersby of Tampico, Brian D. Maxie of Tampico, four grandchildren, Christopher Neil (Gloria) Schrader of Seymour, Seth R. (Ariel) Maxie of Tampico, Abbie E. (Jerad) Abel of Clear Springs, IN, Toby Weathersby of Tampico, three great grandchildren, Dakota Schrader of Seymour, Sammuel Schrader of Seymour, Jaeclyn Abel of Clear Springs, IN, three siblings, Shirley Thom of Seymour, Joy Flo Loper of Seymour, Karen (Robert) Burbrink of Columbus, IN.

Reverend Mike Hawkins will conduct funeral services at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Tampico Christian Church with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Brownstown.

Friends may visit on Friday March 9, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Adams Funeral Home in Crothersville and after 10:00 AM on Saturday at Church

Memorial donations may be given to the Tampico Christian Church c/o Adams Funeral Home, 110, East Howard Street, Crothersville, IN, 47229.