Janet (Hancher) Otte
Jun 2, 2026
Janet (Hancher) Otte, age 69, of Seymour, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Columbus Regional Hospital with her loving family by her side.
Mrs. Otte was a faithful and devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Borchers, where she was actively involved and her faith remained a guiding force throughout her life. She chaired and organized the church supper...
Gerald "Jerry" Max Smith
May 29, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Max Smith, age 85, of Norman, entered heaven’s gates on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Jerry accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior in 1973 at the age of 31, and his faith remained central throughout his life. He attended Chestnut Street Community Church with his wife. He faithfully taught Sunday school for 47 years, served...
Karen Lee Allman
May 27, 2026
Karen Lee Allman, age 79, of Seymour, passed away late Wednesday evening, May 27, 2026, at the Ascension St. Vincient, Indianapolis, surrounded by her family.
Immanuel Lutheran Church played a central role throughout Karen’s life. She was baptized into Christ on October 6, 1946, and confirmed in her faith on April 10, 1960. Karen remained a faithful and active member of...
Emilie Jo Franke
May 20, 2026
Emilie Jo Franke, age 3, a cherished child of God, passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis, with her loving parents by her side.
Emmi Jo was baptized in Christ on May 21, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, where she faithfully attended church with her family. She attended Central Christian...
Brenda Kay Schrader
May 13, 2026
Brenda Kay Schrader, age 75, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Columbus Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and close friend.
Mrs. Schrader was a member of Medora United Methodist Church, and she faithfully watched the weekly services of Brownstown Christian Church and Mt. Pleasant Church of Bedford.
Family was of utmost importance to Brenda, and...
Duane Roy Darlage
May 9, 2026
Duane Roy Darlage, age 75, of Brownstown, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour, with his loving family by his side.
Mr. Darlage was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Medora, for more than 20 years and faithfully volunteered his time helping with the church dinners.
Duane entered active duty with the United States Air...
Andrew John Kidd
May 3, 2026
Andrew John Kidd, age 47, of Crothersville, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
Andy was baptized at Tampico Baptist Church and remained a lifelong member of the church.
He worked in parts at Gilstrap, and he also worked at Brownstown Electric. During covid, Andy started Kidd Krazy Affordable Inflatables and continued in that business for many years.
Andy loved his family and...
Carol Garlock
Apr 30, 2026
Carol Garlock, age 88, of Brownstown, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at her residence.
Carol attended Acme United Brethren Church, later known as Acme United Methodist Church, for many years.
Carol graduated from Freetown High School in 1955 and went on to serve five dedicated years in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC). Following basic training and quartermaster school, she was...
Norma "Jeanne" Culp
Apr 30, 2026
Norma “Jeanne” Culp, age 89, of Seymour, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 30, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Culp was a devoted member of Rockford Community Church for more than 70 years, serving as the church pianist for five decades. She was also deeply committed to the church’s Women of Faith group.
Jeanne loved her family dearly,...
Juanita June VonDielingen
Apr 22, 2026
Juanita June VonDielingen, age 98, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the Lutheran Community Home, Seymour.
Mrs. VonDielingen was an active member of the Surprise Christian Church.
Juanita retired from Swifty Oil Corporation, where she served as Secretary and Treasurer. She was a dedicated member of the Seymour #134 Eastern Star Lodge for over 70 years. In...
Herbert "Herb" Leon Lane
Apr 22, 2026
Herbert “Herb” Leon Lane, age 77, of Medora, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Lane attended Brownstown Christian Church over the past several years.
Herb retired from Excel Tool in Seymour in 2018 after 47 years of service. He was a Vietnam veteran, who served with dedication in the United States...
Gertrude “Gertie” Eunice Schepman
Apr 19, 2026
Gertrude “Gertie” Eunice Schepman, age 94, of Seymour, passed away early Sunday morning, April 19, 2026, at Autumn Trace, Seymour.
Mrs. Schepman was a devoted member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, where she actively participated in the Ladies Aid group and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.
Gertie was a dedicated farm wife, who worked alongside her late husband, Bill, on a...
Mary Louise Bonanno
Apr 13, 2026
Mary Louise Bonanno, age 84, of Pekin, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Bonanno was a devoted caregiver, who was fortunate to remain at home to care for her grandchildren. She loved her family deeply and found joy in caring for others. Over her lifetime of...
Marsha Lynn Hall
Apr 6, 2026
Marsha Lynn Hall, age 71, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour.
Marsha was a devoted caregiver throughout her life, forming many lifelong friendships. She loved helping others and had a deep affection for animals.
Born on April 20, 1954, in Beech Grove, Marsha was the daughter of Clayton and Mary Hawkins, both of...
Joyce Ernestine (Stevens) Burbrink
Mar 21, 2026
Joyce Ernestine (Stevens) Burbrink, age 90, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on the evening of Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Covered Bridge Health Campus, surrounded by her loving family.
Joyce was baptized in Christ at First Baptist Church in Seymour. On June 6, 1982, she was confirmed in faith and became a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, where she...
Norman Eggersman
Mar 17, 2026
Norman Eggersman, age 95, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Lutheran Community Home, Seymour, surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Eggersman was baptized in Christ on June 14, 1930, and confirmed in his faith on March 25, 1945, both at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers. He remained a devoted and active member of the church...
James T. Eglen
Mar 17, 2026
James T. Eglen, age 83, of Brownstown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026, at his home on the farm.
Mr. Eglen was a devoted member of Mt. Zion Church, Medora, for more than ten years.
Jim was employed at Silgan, formerly known as Amoco, for more than forty years before retiring. Later, he and his wife, Sharon, owned and...
Nolan Patrick Fleming
Mar 15, 2026
Nolan Patrick Fleming, a beloved child of God, went to be with the Lord at just seven months old on the evening of March 15, 2026, at Riley Children’s Hospital, surrounded by his proud and loving parents. Though his time on earth was brief, Nolan filled the lives of his family with immeasurable love and joy.
In his short months here,...
Lola Mae Edington Clark
Mar 12, 2026
Lola Mae Edington Clark, age 86, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Hoosier Health & Living, Brownstown, surrounded by her loving family.
Lola was a devoted member of Mountain Baptist Church for many years alongside her late husband, Paul. She most recently attended Houston Christian Church with her husband, Jack Clark, and loved singing at church...
Bradley Deaton
Mar 8, 2026
Bradley Deaton, age 55, of Seymour, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Born on June 10, 1970, in Seymour, Bradley was the son of Wilbern and Joan (Smith) Deaton. His mother preceded him in death, and his father survives in Norman.
Survivors also include one son, Tevis Deaton of Dudleytown; two brothers: James Deaton of Brownstown, and Bobby Petro of Norman;...
