Obituaries
Obituaries
Larry William Cox
Sep 19, 2025
Larry William Cox, age 77, of Freetown, passed away peacefully at his home, overlooking his property, on Friday afternoon, September 19, 2025, with his loved ones surrounding him. Mr. Cox was a devoted member of Christiansburg Church in Brown County. Larry was employed at Cummins Engine Company and was a member of the Diesel Workers Union, where he worked from...
Dariusz Zbigniew Klapacz
Sep 16, 2025
Dariusz Zbigniew Klapacz, age 51, of Seymour, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Mr. Klapacz attended St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Seymour. Dariusz was a dedicated and hardworking individual, who devoted 13 years of committed service as the plant manager at Alterra Plastics in Seymour and New Jersey. Dariusz loved his family immensely and took great pride in...
Raymond G. Friend
Sep 15, 2025
Raymond G. Friend, age 84, of Seymour, passed away peacefully late Monday evening, September 15, 2025, at Columbus Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Friend was baptized in Christ and confirmed in faith on March 12, 1967, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Seymour, marking the beginning of his Christian faith and lifelong membership there. Throughout the years, he...
Kenneth "Kenny" Eugene Sherman
Sep 14, 2025
Kenneth "Kenny" Eugene Sherman, age 77, of Freetown, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Lutheran Community Home, Seymour, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Sherman was a devoted member of Cortland Christian Church. Kenny dedicated more than 30 years of service to the Indiana State Highway Department in Seymour prior to his retirement. Kenny loved his family dearly....
Velma Jean Scott
Sep 5, 2025
Velma Jean Scott, age 85, of Freetown, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Velma was a devoted, life-time member of Freetown Church of Christ. Mrs. Scott dedicated 15 years of service to the Excello Shirt Factory in Seymour. Velma was also a gifted artist, known for her breathtaking portraits that...
Craig Evan Darlage
Sep 5, 2025
Craig Evan Darlage, age 63, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully at his home early Friday morning, September 5, 2025, with his loved ones by his side. Craig was a lifelong, dedicated member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Brownstown, where he was baptized in Christ on June 17, 1962, and confirmed in his faith on May 2, 1976. Throughout the years,...
Dolores Helen Aelick
Sep 5, 2025
Dolores Helen Aelick, age 97, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, in her own home surrounded by her loving family and friends. The family is planning a celebration of life and details will follow. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the caring staff at Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc. Online memories and condolences may be given at...
Gregory Carl Schepman
Aug 30, 2025
Gregory Carl Schepman, age 47, of Crothersville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, August 30, 2025, on his family farm. Greg had a strong faith and was a devoted, lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sauers, where he was baptized into Christ on December 18, 1977, and confirmed in his faith on April 12, 1992. He held various offices...
Norma Jean Mccord
Aug 30, 2025
Norma Jean McCord, age 89, of Seymour, passed away in the early morning hours on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Lutheran Community Home, Seymour. Norma was baptized into Christ on July 5, 1936, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, and later confirmed in her faith on April 2, 1950, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Columbus. Her confirmation verse was...
Patsy Ann Hanner
Aug 29, 2025
Patsy Ann Hanner, age 76, of Freetown, passed away on Friday afternoon, August 29, 2025, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour. Patsy was a lifelong member of Kurtz Church of the Nazarene, and she also attended Freetown Church of the Nazarene. Patsy had a deep love for the Lord and a strong desire to grow in her knowledge of Him. Mrs....
Alex William Mcpike
Aug 28, 2025
Alex William McPike, age 36, of Seymour, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at Franciscan Health, Greenwood, surrounded by his loving family and a close friend. Alex was a longtime member of Brownstown Christian Church, where he served on the First Impression Ministry, Discipleship Team, and the Media Department. He had a strong faith and often quoted his favorite...
Harold "Pete" Herman Engelau
Aug 24, 2025
Harold "Pete" Herman Engelau, age 76, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Sunday, August 24, 2025, at his family farm, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Engelau was a lifelong and devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Borchers. He was baptized into Christ on February 27, 1949, and confirmed in his faith on June 2, 1963....
Peggy Jean Hehman
Aug 21, 2025
Peggy Jean Hehman, age 68, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. After months of fighting, Peggy finally won her battle against Acute Myloid Leukemia and now sits at the feet of Jesus. Peggy was blessed to live 37 years in her home on Old Vallonia Road with her...
Dr. James Wesley Whitler
Aug 10, 2025
Dr. James Wesley Whitler, age 77, a respected physician and resident of Jackson County, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Dr. Wes Whitler graduated from Jeffersonville High School in 1965, earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1968, and completed his medical degree in pathology in 1972. In 1976,...
Joe William Kerkhof
Aug 6, 2025
Joe William Kerkhof, age 78, of Seymour, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Joe was baptized in Christ on March 30, 1947, at First Methodist Church, Seymour, and confirmed in faith at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Borchers, on May 29, 1977. He later became a devoted member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour, along with his...
Carole Delight Scott
Jul 31, 2025
Carole Delight Scott, age 87, of Freetown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A devoted woman of faith, Carole dedicated her life to God and was a lifelong member of Freetown Church of Christ, where she was also active in the Loyal Daughters group at the church. Her commitment to...
Michael Joseph Healy
Jul 23, 2025
Michael Joseph Healy, age 68, of Cape Coral, Florida, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the arms of his wife. Mike was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Seymour. Mike was known to many as "Big Mike" and as "Smokey." He had a deep love for life and enjoyed riding motorcycles, golfing, watching sports and...
David Wayne Hanscom
Jul 20, 2025
David Wayne Hanscom, age 58, of Brownstown, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Hoosier Health & Living, Brownstown. Born on March 2, 1967, in Massachusetts, David was the son of Alan Clarence and Jennie (Pelleriti) Hanscom. Survivors include two sisters: Theresa Gaff and Diana Bohanan; and one brother, Richard Hanscom. Cremation will be carried out in accordance with...
Leon Ralph Peters
Jul 19, 2025
Leon Ralph Peters, age 89, of Medora, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Leon served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Leon loved to travel the world. A certified welder by trade, his skills took him to many different states and even overseas, allowing him to explore new...
Jeffrey Greathouse
Jul 6, 2025
Jeffrey David Greathouse, age 54, of Freetown, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at his home. Jeffrey loved working on vehicles, and he had a passion for hunting and camping. Born on May 7, 1971, in Seymour, Jeffrey was the son of Richard and Alice (Bales) Greathouse, both of whom preceded him in death. Survivors include one son, Jeffrey...
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