Terry Dale Davidson, 68, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at IU Health Ball Hospital. He was born May 6, 1950 in New Castle to the late Alfred and Mary Alice (Pugh) Davidson. He was a 1968 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. Terry was employed for many years at Ferodo and then retired from Chrysler Corp. following 10 years of service. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during Vietnam. Terry enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was known as a handyman that could fix anything. He is survived by his wife of 45 years,…

Carl E. Carson, Jr., 93, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born June 22, 1925 in Shirley, a son of Carl and Mary (Harvey) Carson, Sr. A 1943 graduate of Carthage High School, Carl was a disabled veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He was wounded on the battlefield in Germany and received a Purple Heart. He owned and operated Carson and Siler Trucking in Carthage for many years. Carl was a longtime active member of Carthage Community Church, where he served in several capacities including Sunday School Superintendent, Board Member and teacher. He was active in Gideon’s…

William Parker “Buddy” Willey III, 70, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born June 27, 1948 in New Castle a son of William P. and Lorena (Morgan) Willey, Jr. Buddy retired from Trane in Rushville after 41 years of service. He was a jack of all trades, including auto maintenance and body work, carpentry and wood working. Buddy never met a stranger. He was a member of the East Street Christian Church in Carthage. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Ronelle Willey of Carthage; children, Troy Parker (Melissa) Willey of Kennard, Stacy Theobald of Morristown; grandchildren, Bobbi Jo Bales,…

Esther D. Applegate, 89, passed peacefully from this earth on Saturday, September 15, 2018 from the same home through which she entered on October 7, 1928. Her father, Philip Clifford Applegate, began the family tradition of being born in this farmhouse near Spiceland, IN along with his two brothers. Philip eventually brought his bride, Dorothy Elizabeth (Black) Applegate back to this house where Esther would begin her life as did her two brothers, Philip Theodore Applegate and Earl Douglas Applegate, and her sister, Mary Margaret (Applegate) Clay, all of whom preceded her in death. Esther will be dearly missed by her nieces and nephews as well as by the community…

Scott Peyton, 49, was born in Denver, Colorado at Fitzsimmons Army Hospital to Michael D. Peyton and Nancy A. (McNew) Peyton. Scott graduated from the Knightstown High School in 1987 and briefly attended Ball State University before completing undergraduate studies at Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. He next taught English to junior high students in Japan. He furthered his studies attaining a Master’s degree at California Institute of Technology. He followed by achieving his licensure in family counseling. Scott settled in Redwood City, California, where he was the proud father of two daughters, Ava and Amelia. Scott served as a behavioral health director within the San Francisco County juvenile…

Dorothy Carmichael, 89, of Knightstown passed away Monday, September 10, 2018 at Morristown Manor. She was born August 22, 1929 to the late Leslie (Pat) and Alma (Baker) Schell. Dorothy was a genuinely kind person who had a smile for everyone and was always willing to help both friends and strangers. She enjoyed sewing, playing Solitaire, reading her cookbooks, spending time outside and shopping with family and friends, and caring for her precious parakeets. She is survived by her sister, Patti Winterrowd; son, Michael (Patricia) Todd: daughter, Tammy (Brian) Harmon; stepsons, Danny Baker (Crystal), Mike Carmichael (Glenda), and Ronald Carmichael; lifelong friend and caregiver Nancy Hamilton; many grandchildren, great grandchildren,…

Dennis Langley, 58, of New Castle passed away Thursday, September 6, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born June 25, 1960 in New Castle to John and Evelyn (Wagner) Langley. Dennis was employed at P.K. USA Corp. in Shelbyville. He was a member of the Westside United Baptist Church in Muncie. Dennis enjoyed NASCAR races and loved Dale Earnhardt, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Rhonda (Trew) Langley, mother, Evelyn Langley of Greenfield; sister, Judith of Kentucky; sister-in-law, Tina Cornett of New Castle; nieces, Trinity and Victoria, nephews, Scott and Kellie Langley. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother,…

Virginia “Jenny” A. Wilson, 81, of Albany, KY went to be with her beloved husband and the Lord on September 5, 2018. She was born December 25, 1936 in New Castle to the late Florence Charlton. Jenny was an active member of Lee’s Chapel Church in Albany, KY. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, all the ladies groups and a choir member. Jenny loved shopping and being with her very extended family. She retired from Ferodo in New Castle after 35 years of service before moving to Albany, KY in 1999. She had resided in Muncie for the past 2 years with her daughter, to be close…

Janet Louise (Case) Jones, 66, of New Castle passed away Monday September 3, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness, while surrounded by family. She was born on November 20, 1951 in Rushville to the late Lowel Case and Norma (King) Case Love of Milroy. Janet was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and good friend and had lots of them, who she cared about. She was a strong positive woman always having a positive attitude and was known to put the needs of others ahead of her own. Janet was employed at Bill’s Diner for 14 years and was a 1970 graduate of Rushville…

Betty Jean Piercey Ferguson, 83, of Richmond passed away Monday, September 3, 2018 at Reid Hospital. She was born July 28, 1935 in Albany, KY to the late Robert Chester Huddleston and Ruby Piercey. Betty loved her family. She was a Christian woman and a long time member of Foursquare Gospel Church. Betty retired from running the food service at Raintree Square and had formerly been employed at Henry Community Hospital in food service. She is survived by a daughter, Carole (Duane) Porter of Fountain City, a son, Dan Ferguson of Richmond; grandchildren, Donny Ward of New Castle, Tim (Mendy) Ward of Ankeny, IA and Aimee Dean of Richmond; 11…

Daniel Scott Sexton, 43, of New Castle passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018 at his home. He was born October 17, 1974 in New Castle to Danny and Connie (Stearnes) Sexton. He was employed at Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 440 and formerly employed at Dilling Mechanical Co. Daniel loved fishing, playing guitar, writing music, reading and watching football. He was a very loving and caring individual and was always willing to help others in need. More than anything he enjoyed spending time with his children. Daniel never met a stranger and could always make you laugh. He is survived by his three children, Kelsie Sexton of Austin, TX, Breanna Sexton…

Mark Ledbetter, 66, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Henry Community Health. He was born December 20, 1951 in New Castle to the late Paul B. and Naomi (Baldwin) Ledbetter. A 1970 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School, Mark worked at Warner Gear in Muncie for 5 years and retired in 2003 from Chrysler Corporation in New Castle after 32 years of service. In his younger years, he worked for his dad at Ledbetter and Keller Mobile service station at the corner of Riley Road and State Rd. 103. Mark’s greatest love was his family, especially his sons, wife, and grandchildren. He was a…

Richard L. Ware, of Greenfield (formerly of Shirley, IN) age 87, passed away peacefully after midnight on Sunday September 2, 2018. Born in Shirley, Indiana on November 3, 1930, he graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1950 and proudly served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. On December 31, 1954, he married Virginia Lee Collins of New Castle. They were married for 54 years before her passing in 2008. He was raised by his mother’s parents and his loving aunts and uncles. He was so lucky to have so many family members to raise an outstanding man. He loved his home town of Shirley, his country and anyone…

Elsworth “Dick” Masters, 78, of Spiceland passed away Friday, August 31, 2018 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born September 18, 1939 in Carter County, Kentucky to the late Burt Voyence and Zola Mae (Hamilton) Masters. Dick was drafted in the U.S. Army in 1962 and served two years active duty then in the reserves for four years. On October 29, 1966, he married the love of his life, Marilyn Bellamy. Dick retired from Ingersoll Steel in New Castle following 30 years of employment. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and watching the races at Mt. Lawn Speedway. Later in life, he…

Lorena K. “Kate” Logan, 70, formerly of Morristown passed away Saturday morning, September 1, 2018 at Flatrock River Lodge in Rushville. She was born March 7, 1948 in Rushville to the late Theodore and Norma (Bowden) Brooks. Kate was raised in Carthage and spent many years of her life in Morristown. She had been employed at Randall Textron Corp. in Morristown and the Durbin Hotel in Rushville. Kate enjoyed reading and her cat, Fluffy. Left to cherish her memory are her children: Jeff (Belinda) Logan of Connersville and Cheryl (Jeff) Pennington of Morristown; four grandchildren: Ashley and Kyle Pennington, Sean Logan and Meagan (Landon) Hartley; six great grandchildren: Kenzie, Kayden,…

Christa Renee Brake, age 44, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at her residence. She was born June 27, 1974 in New Castle. A 1992 graduate of New Castle High School, she furthered her studies at IU east in Richmond where she graduated and began her nursing career. Christa was a very giving person who loved taking care of people. She especially loved working with elderly patients. Christa cherished her time spent with family. She loved to dance, candles and loved to read. Her greatest accomplishment was her two children. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Bryanna Chowning; a son, Andrew Chowning; her mother, Lisa…

Lewis Frank Regner, 60, of New Castle passed away Monday, August 27, 2018 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born May 24, 1958 in New Castle to Lewis and Sophia Regner. He is a 1976 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School. Lewis lived in Ft. Myers, FL before returning to New Castle and was employed at Progress Rail – a Caterpillar Company in Muncie, Indiana until his death. He was a past member of the First Presbyterian Church of New Castle. Lewis is survived by his parents, Lewis and Sophia Regner of New Castle; brother, Michael Regner of New Castle; sister, Marianna Regner Brass (husband, Christopher)…

Marilyn White, 93, of Knightstown passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born September 4, 1924 in Knightstown to the late John Myron and Eunice Lucille (Johnson) Strattan, in the house where she spent 85 of her 93 years. Marilyn graduated from Knightstown High School and Earlham College with a degree in English. After graduation she married Darrell White and spent the rest of her life taking care of her family. She was a birthright Quaker and lifetime member of Knightstown Friends Church where she sang in the choir and participated in the United Society of Friends Women. She was a strong supporter of…

Charlotte Kay Pew, 80, of Spiceland passed away Monday, August 27, 2018 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born June 18, 1938 in Henry County to the late Charles and Ona (Dishman) Hudson. She is a 1956 graduate of Spiceland High School. Charlotte retired after 34 ½ years from Old First National Bank. She was a former member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Rushville and currently attended St. Rose in Knightstown. Charlotte was a Mental Health Association board member. She is survived by her husband, Orin Kenneth Pew, Jr.; daughters, Kathy (Derald) Grimwood of Eugene, OR and Kristi Pew of Spiceland; grandchildren, Jenny (Justin) Proffer, Nathan…

In loving memory of Nollie E. South, 77 of New Castle passed away Friday, August 24, 2018. She was born April 18, 1941 in Heidrick, KY to the late Walter and Irena (Vaughn) Hopkins. Nollie was a wonderful mother and very loving grandmother, sister and aunt. She was a friend to all. Nollie was the type of person who put everybody else’s concerns or issues before her own. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her children, John (Debbie) Trent, Lavon (John) Murphy, Tim Trent, Dee Trent, Charles “Chuck” (Patty) South, Jeff South and Tina (Mark) Edwards; grandchildren, Christopher Murphy, Dani Trent, Jason…

Robert “Bob” Alan David Wagner, 58, of Kennard, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born August 18, 1960 in Rushville a son of the late Robert and Willa Mae (Nixon) Wagner. Bob was currently employed by MacCallister Machinery in Indianapolis where he served as the warehouse lead manager for the past 18 years. He loved his family and was a great husband, father and papaw. He enjoyed the simple things in life like sitting on the couch with his wife watching TV and was an avid NASCAR and WWE Wrestling fan. Bob was a great cook and loved cooking for his family especially his…

Robert “Bob” Alan David Wagner, 58, of Kennard, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born August 18, 1960 in Rushville a son of the late Robert and Willa Mae (Nixon) Wagner. Bob was currently employed by MacCallister Machinery in Indianapolis where he served as the warehouse lead manager for the past 18 years. He loved his family and was a great husband, father and papaw. He enjoyed the simple things in life like sitting on the couch with his wife watching…

Sharian L. Murphy, 62, of New Castle passed away Monday, August 20, 2018 following a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born January 26, 1956 in Panama City, Florida to Carl E. and Helen (Criswell) Burke. She was a 1974 graduate of New Castle High School and member of Sunnyside Church of God. She is survived by her father, Carl E. Burke; husband, James Murphy; children, Jennifer Dudley (Brian), David (Kathy) Murphy, Daniel Murphy, John Murphy, Lori Ann Bennett; grandchildren, Jakob …

Wanda Lee Clark, 85, of Greenfield, formerly of Knightstown, passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Hancock Regional Hospital. She was born August 2, 1933 in Farmingdale, Illinois a daughter of William M. and Opal M. (Kinneman) Clark. Wanda was a 1952 graduate of Knightstown High School and worked at Insurance Processing Company in Richmond for 13 years. She then moved back to Knightstown and worked at the lumber yard for 20 years. Wanda also worked for the Indiana Department of Revenue for 1…

Philip A. Jackson, 58, of Knightstown, passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018 at his residence. He was born April 21, 1960 in Rushville the son of Edward E. (Carol) Jackson & Marlene Jackson. Philip was a 1979 graduate of Knightstown High School and worked at ACME Plumbing for 12 years. He enjoyed camping and loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing cards and pool, where he was known as a pool shark. He was a member of Wilkinson Church of Chris…

Christopher Lee Bell, 44 of Tallahassee, FL and formerly of New Castle passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018. He was born April 16, 1974 in Muncie to Kevin Bell and Alta Lee (Watson) Hardgrove. Chris was a 1993 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army. After 4 years in army Chris work for 11 years with AT&T in Indiana, 5 years with Century Link in Florida, and was currently employed by Florida Agency of State Technology as an Office Automation Specialist. H…

Ronald Thompson; May 7, 1933-August 17, 2018. Born in Shirley, IN to Edgar and Hazel Thompson. Ron was a family man first and foremost. He was a farmer, and a father that adored his wife and family. Ron was on the board of Henry Co. REMC for 30 years. He cared about his country. He served in the Army and was also a Mason. Ron was a prankster and a jokester, training his grandchildren and great grandchildren at every moment. He was a member of New Testament Church of Christ. Ron and his wife J…

Mary K. ("Nicki") Hunt passed away on August 16, 2018 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. Nicki was born on April 1st, 1924 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Walter (Volodymyr) and Rose (Rosalia) Krushelnicki. She attended Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) and met her future husband there, Herve H. Hunt, where they were both students, and also both members of the University Chorus. They were married on September 12, 1942, and through the years raised 5 wonderful children. Nicki was employed in New Castle as a Nursing Secretary at Henry County Hospital for 19 years, and upon retirement served 16 additional years there as a Hospital Volunteer. Nicki…

Mary K. (“Nicki”) Hunt passed away on August 16, 2018 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. Nicki was born on April 1st, 1924 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Walter (Volodymyr) and Rose (Rosalia) Krushelnicki. She attended Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) and met her future husband there, Herve H. Hunt, where they were both students, and also both members of the University Chorus. They were married on September 12, 1942, and through the years raised 5 wonderful children. Nicki …