Obituaries
Obituaries
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...
Charles Wayne Ison
Jul 4, 2025
Charles Wayne Ison, age 83, of Freetown, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Wayne was a devoted member of Freetown Church of the Nazarene. Mr. Ison led a varied professional life, holding positions at Arvin Industries, Cosco, and Cummins Engine Co. as a factory worker. He was also a logger and...
Tasha Abbigail Maxie
Jul 4, 2025
Tasha Abbigail Maxie, age 51, of Brownstown, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at I.U. Health Methodist, Indianapolis, surrounded by her loving family. Tasha was a baptized and faithful member of Freetown Church of Christ. She and her husband, Wes, also worshipped at Tampico Christian Church, reflecting her strong faith in God. Tasha deeply loved her family and had...
Nolan Keith Hanner
Jun 30, 2025
Nolan Keith Hanner, age 80, of Freetown, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour. Nolan was a member of Kurtz Church of the Nazarene. Mr. Hanner dedicated over 30 years of his career to Golden Foundry, demonstrating commitment and loyalty throughout his service. Nolan cherished spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren,...
Ruth Jeanette (Hanner) (Fine) Hall
Jun 28, 2025
Ruth Jeanette (Hanner) (Fine) Hall, age 89, of Kurtz, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Hoosier Health & Living, Brownstown. Ruth was a devoted member of Kurtz Church of the Nazarene, where she served as choir director, program coordinator, and played a key role in organizing and assisting with funeral meals. Ruth enjoyed a successful and diverse professional...
Nancy Ann "Nanny" Fox
Jun 25, 2025
Nancy Ann "Nanny" Fox, age 68, a lifelong resident of Jackson County, passed away early Wednesday morning, June 25, 2025, at the University of Louisville Hospital surrounded by her loving family, and she was welcomed into Heaven with the biggest hug from her great-grandson, Maverick. Nancy was a faithful and dedicated member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour, since 1975. She...
Curtis Eugene Benter
Jun 23, 2025
Curtis Eugene Benter, age 86, of Seymour, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, June 23, 2025, at his home on the family farm surrounded by his loving family. Curt was baptized in Christ on November 24, 1938, and confirmed in his faith on March 29, 1953, both at St. John's Lutheran Church, Sauers. He and his wife, Sarah, remained devoted...
Maverick Lee Flinn
Jun 23, 2025
Maverick Lee Flinn, of Seymour, a beloved child of God, passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, June 23, 2025, on the family farm at the age of 4. Maverick was baptized in Christ on February 4, 2021, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour, where he faithfully attended church with his family. He loved planting and harvesting with his toy tractors in...
Maurice Pendleton Hobbs
Jun 22, 2025
Maurice Pendleton Hobbs, age 98, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side. Maurice was born on October 23, 1926, arriving just minutes before her twin brother, Morris. They were born in Shawanee, Tennessee, to Bedford and Lucy Wolfenbarger Pendleton, both of whom preceded her in death. Maurice was educated in a...
Tony Ray Holman
Jun 19, 2025
Tony Ray Holman, age 56, of Brownstown, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his home. Tony worked as a maintenance technician at West Washington School system. He served in the United States Army and was a proud member of VFW Post 6636, American Legion Post 41, and the Jackson County Spurs and Wheels Saddle Club. He had a...
Denise Ann Nichols
Jun 18, 2025
Denise Ann Nichols, age 67, of Dudleytown, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, with her loving family by her side. Denise was a woman of strong faith and a devoted member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, where she worshiped and served faithfully for over 30 years. She was baptized in Christ...
Robert "Bob" Morrow Mahan
Jun 15, 2025
Robert "Bob" Morrow Mahan, an educator, sports enthusiast, Veteran, investor, and the ultimate girl dad, passed away on Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Autumn Trace Community, Seymour. Born on October 21, 1934, in Mayfield, Kentucky, he was the son of Morrow and Mary Mahan, both of whom preceded him in death. On August 20, 1960, at St. John's...
Jon Eric Scharbrough
Jun 14, 2025
Jon Eric Scharbrough, 68, of Fort Myers, Forida, and formerly of Brownstown, passed away in Florida on June 14, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born to Dr. William and Wilma Scharbrough on August 1, 1956, in Seymour. He is survived by one brother, William D. (Marlene) Scharbrough, II; one sister, Ann Haddix; one nephew, Stephen (Emily) Scharbrough; four...
Jeffery Wayne Lubker
Jun 11, 2025
Jeffery Wayne Lubker, age 62, of Brownstown, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Lubker was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, where he held various church offices and led the youth group for several years. Jeff dedicated 25 years to working at the Brownstown Waste...
Phyllis Ruth Zabel
May 28, 2025
Phyllis Ruth Zabel, age 95, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, May 28, 2025, at Hoosier Health and Living. Phyllis' strong faith was a guiding presence throughout her life. She was baptized in Christ on July 7, 1929, and confirmed in faith on March 29, 1942, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Brownstown. Ms. Zabel was a lifelong interior...
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