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Our Story
Spurgeon Funeral Home, was founded in Kurtz, Indiana, by the late T.A. Spurgeon almost 125 years ago. Spurgeon, his wife, and both of his sons, H. Jack and Emrole, were licensed embalmers. In 1944, the firm moved to West Commerce Street in Brownstown. The business then expanded in 1956 and H. Jack and his wife Margaret built the present facility on East Commerce Street in Brownstown.
H. Jack Spurgeon operated the business after his father died in 1928. He and his wife Margaret then operated the firm until his death in 1977. Mrs. Spurgeon, along with their sons, Larry R. and Jack D., ran the business until her death in 1994. In 2021, the Spurgeon Family transitioned ownership to Luke & Caitlin Nolting, both lifelong residents of Jackson County.
We are proud of our family’s long tradition of funeral service. We have served several generations of our friends and neighbors. This fact demonstrates our commitment to you and the entire community -- a long-lasting dedication to serving others in the best and worst of times one can know. To us, personal service is important whether it is before a loss, during the arrangements for a loss, or after a loss.





years of experience
Our Caring Team
We’ve spent years supporting families from all walks of life with compassion and care. Families choose us for our trusted reputation, commitment to excellence, and the integrity we bring to every service. It’s our honor to guide you through this meaningful time.

Luke W. Nolting
A lifelong resident of Jackson County, Luke Nolting became President and owner of Spurgeon Funeral Home in 2021 after managing the firm following the passing of Larry Spurgeon. Luke is married to his wife, Caitlin (Conrad) Nolting, and together they are the proud parents of three children: Beckett James, Blair Elizabeth, and Blake Louise. He is the son of Mark and Jane Nolting and has two sisters, Kelsey (Tyler) Thias and Katy (Kyle) Mathena.
Luke is a graduate of Seymour High School and earned his degree in Business Management from Purdue University. Following his undergraduate studies, he attended Mid-America Funeral College in Louisville, where he became a licensed funeral director.
An active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, Luke is deeply committed to serving his community. He serves as a board member of the Schneck Medical Center Foundation, President of Brownstown Ewing Main Street and Jackson County Community Foundation Board Member. Luke’s strong ties to Jackson County, combined with his desire to serve others with compassion and care, led him to the funeral profession. He is dedicated to helping families create meaningful and personal funeral experiences during their time of need.

Luke W. Nolting
A lifelong resident of Jackson County, Luke Nolting became President and owner of Spurgeon Funeral Home in 2021 after managing the firm following the passing of Larry Spurgeon. Luke is married to his wife, Caitlin (Conrad) Nolting, and together they are the proud parents of three children: Beckett James, Blair Elizabeth, and Blake Louise. He is the son of Mark and Jane Nolting and has two sisters, Kelsey (Tyler) Thias and Katy (Kyle) Mathena.
Luke is a graduate of Seymour High School and earned his degree in Business Management from Purdue University. Following his undergraduate studies, he attended Mid-America Funeral College in Louisville, where he became a licensed funeral director.
An active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, Luke is deeply committed to serving his community. He serves as a board member of the Schneck Medical Center Foundation, President of Brownstown Ewing Main Street and Jackson County Community Foundation Board Member. Luke’s strong ties to Jackson County, combined with his desire to serve others with compassion and care, led him to the funeral profession. He is dedicated to helping families create meaningful and personal funeral experiences during their time of need.

Lisa A. Wischmeier
Lisa joined the firm in July, 2002. She grew up in the Sauers area, attended St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, and graduated from Brownstown Central High School. She now resides in the Wegan area, and she is a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan. Lisa is the daughter of the late Leland and Lois Nierman of Brownstown. She married Greg Wischmeier, and they are the parents of two children: Lindsey (Clint) Sterling and Kyle (Trinity) Wischmeier. They are proud grandparents of Lynleigh Ann Sterling, Crew Daniel Sterling, and Edey Lynn Wischmeier. Mrs. Wischmeier never dreamed that she would work at a funeral home; however, Lisa loves her job because she has a passion of caring for and helping people in their time of need.

Lisa A. Wischmeier
Lisa joined the firm in July, 2002. She grew up in the Sauers area, attended St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, and graduated from Brownstown Central High School. She now resides in the Wegan area, and she is a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan. Lisa is the daughter of the late Leland and Lois Nierman of Brownstown. She married Greg Wischmeier, and they are the parents of two children: Lindsey (Clint) Sterling and Kyle (Trinity) Wischmeier. They are proud grandparents of Lynleigh Ann Sterling, Crew Daniel Sterling, and Edey Lynn Wischmeier. Mrs. Wischmeier never dreamed that she would work at a funeral home; however, Lisa loves her job because she has a passion of caring for and helping people in their time of need.

Clint Hackman
Clint joined our staff in the spring of 2025. He is married to his wife, Amy, and together they are raising their two sons, Charlie and Will. Clint and his family are active members of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Dudleytown, where they enjoy being involved and serving alongside their church family.
Clint has been a licensed funeral director since 2001 and brings a steady, caring presence to every family he serves. In addition to his work at the funeral home, he serves full time with the Seymour Fire Department, a role that reflects his deep commitment to helping others.
Clint has also been involved in monument sales for more than a decade and enjoys helping families create meaningful, lasting memorials. Known for his approachability, experience, and compassion, Clint is honored to walk alongside families during some of life’s most difficult moments.

Clint Hackman
Clint joined our staff in the spring of 2025. He is married to his wife, Amy, and together they are raising their two sons, Charlie and Will. Clint and his family are active members of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Dudleytown, where they enjoy being involved and serving alongside their church family.
Clint has been a licensed funeral director since 2001 and brings a steady, caring presence to every family he serves. In addition to his work at the funeral home, he serves full time with the Seymour Fire Department, a role that reflects his deep commitment to helping others.
Clint has also been involved in monument sales for more than a decade and enjoys helping families create meaningful, lasting memorials. Known for his approachability, experience, and compassion, Clint is honored to walk alongside families during some of life’s most difficult moments.

Donald Conrad
Donald joined our funeral home family in the spring of 2025 after retiring from a long and successful career as a tool and die maker. He is married to his wife, Dotti (Warren) Conrad, and together they are proud parents of two daughters, Jade and Caitlin. Donald is also a very proud grandfather to three beautiful grandchildren—Beckett, Blair, and Blake Nolting.
Donald is an active member of Brownstown Christian Church and a proud supporter of Brownstown Braves athletics. He enjoys following his IU Hoosiers, spending time with his wife and family, and working in his garden. Whether he’s washing cars, helping outdoors, or pitching in wherever he’s needed, Donald is a tremendous asset to our funeral home. He is known and loved by everyone for his attention to detail, strong work ethic, and genuine love for people. We are grateful to have him as part of our funeral home family.

Donald Conrad
Donald joined our funeral home family in the spring of 2025 after retiring from a long and successful career as a tool and die maker. He is married to his wife, Dotti (Warren) Conrad, and together they are proud parents of two daughters, Jade and Caitlin. Donald is also a very proud grandfather to three beautiful grandchildren—Beckett, Blair, and Blake Nolting.
Donald is an active member of Brownstown Christian Church and a proud supporter of Brownstown Braves athletics. He enjoys following his IU Hoosiers, spending time with his wife and family, and working in his garden. Whether he’s washing cars, helping outdoors, or pitching in wherever he’s needed, Donald is a tremendous asset to our funeral home. He is known and loved by everyone for his attention to detail, strong work ethic, and genuine love for people. We are grateful to have him as part of our funeral home family.

Beckett Nolting
Beckett has been coming to work with his daddy since the day he was born. He loves Dad’s candy drawer at the funeral home and never fails to keep everyone on their toes when he’s around. Beckett especially enjoys “pouring concrete” and helping his dad in the yard.
He is the proudest big brother to his two sisters, Blair and Blake. Whether he shows up in pajamas, coveralls, or a tank top, one thing is certain—his dad absolutely loves having him around at the funeral home.

Beckett Nolting
Beckett has been coming to work with his daddy since the day he was born. He loves Dad’s candy drawer at the funeral home and never fails to keep everyone on their toes when he’s around. Beckett especially enjoys “pouring concrete” and helping his dad in the yard.
He is the proudest big brother to his two sisters, Blair and Blake. Whether he shows up in pajamas, coveralls, or a tank top, one thing is certain—his dad absolutely loves having him around at the funeral home.
Retired Staff

Dwight D. Wischmeier
Dwight became a member of the staff in February, 2000. Dwight grew up in the Sauers area and graduated from Seymour High School. He is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, where he participates in various church activities. He is the son of the late Willard Wischmeier and Marcella Wischmeier of Seymour. He married the former, Robin Lynch, and they reside in the Sauers area and are proud parents of three children: Adam Wischmeier, Amber Wischmeier and Alex (Megan) Wischmeier, and have three grandchildren: Carter, Waylon, and Hattie. Mr. Wischmeier began his professional career as a funeral director in 1983 following his graduation from Mid-America College of Funeral Services in Louisville. In addition to his responsibilities as funeral director at the firm, he and his son Alex continue to operate and manage the family business of Wischmeier grave digging. Dwight has extensive knowledge of the funeral industry and dedicates diligent compassion to families in their time of need.

Dwight D. Wischmeier
Dwight became a member of the staff in February, 2000. Dwight grew up in the Sauers area and graduated from Seymour High School. He is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, where he participates in various church activities. He is the son of the late Willard Wischmeier and Marcella Wischmeier of Seymour. He married the former, Robin Lynch, and they reside in the Sauers area and are proud parents of three children: Adam Wischmeier, Amber Wischmeier and Alex (Megan) Wischmeier, and have three grandchildren: Carter, Waylon, and Hattie. Mr. Wischmeier began his professional career as a funeral director in 1983 following his graduation from Mid-America College of Funeral Services in Louisville. In addition to his responsibilities as funeral director at the firm, he and his son Alex continue to operate and manage the family business of Wischmeier grave digging. Dwight has extensive knowledge of the funeral industry and dedicates diligent compassion to families in their time of need.

Larry Spurgeon
Larry Spurgeon was born in Brownstown in 1945. Growing up, he actively participated in his family's funeral home business, assisting his parents, H. Jack and Margaret Spurgeon.
In 1964, Larry completed his embalming and funeral director schooling before pursuing further education at Indiana State University and Indiana Business College.
After his education, Larry served in the US Air Force Reserves and later became the Jackson County Probation Officer, dedicating 30 years to this role. Throughout his career, he remained involved with the Spurgeon Funeral Home, eventually transitioning to full-time work in the business in 2001.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Larry was actively engaged in serving his community. He was a member of various organizations and volunteered his time to church and local projects.
Larry is survived by his wife, Mary Sue, and their sons, along with their families. Doug, Suzan, and their son Chandler, as well as Todd, Joyce, and their sons Justin and Will. He is also survived by his brother Jack and wife Doris, and his sister Sally Jo Bogard.

Larry Spurgeon
Larry Spurgeon was born in Brownstown in 1945. Growing up, he actively participated in his family's funeral home business, assisting his parents, H. Jack and Margaret Spurgeon.
In 1964, Larry completed his embalming and funeral director schooling before pursuing further education at Indiana State University and Indiana Business College.
After his education, Larry served in the US Air Force Reserves and later became the Jackson County Probation Officer, dedicating 30 years to this role. Throughout his career, he remained involved with the Spurgeon Funeral Home, eventually transitioning to full-time work in the business in 2001.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Larry was actively engaged in serving his community. He was a member of various organizations and volunteered his time to church and local projects.
Larry is survived by his wife, Mary Sue, and their sons, along with their families. Doug, Suzan, and their son Chandler, as well as Todd, Joyce, and their sons Justin and Will. He is also survived by his brother Jack and wife Doris, and his sister Sally Jo Bogard.
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