Obituaries
Obituaries
Maxine Brown
Jun 17, 2026
Maxine Brown, age 98, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Autumn Trace, Seymour.
Mrs. Brown was a devoted member of Brownstown Presbyterian Church, where she served in various church groups throughout the years.
Maxine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, who faithfully supported her husband's veterinary practice by assisting with the business records and bookkeeping.
Maxine...
Jonathan Carter
Jun 13, 2026
Jonathan Carter, age 79, of Brownstown, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Silver Oaks Health Campus, Columbus, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jonathan graduated from Troy University with a degree in History. He began his career as a carpenter and later dedicated many years of service to the...
Vivian Jane Stahl
Jun 12, 2026
Vivian Jane Stahl, age 83, of Brownstown, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Hoosier Health & Living, Brownstown, with her loving family by her side.
Mrs. Stahl was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, where she was baptized, confirmed, and married. She faithfully served as a member of the church's Ladies Aid and remained devoted to...
Bonnie Sue Brock
Jun 11, 2026
Bonnie Sue Brock, age 70, of Medora, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour.
For eighteen years, Mrs. Brock was employed as a waitress at The Pines in Seymour and later she continued her career working for over twelve years at McDonald’s.
Bonnie loved her family dearly and cherished every moment spent with them. She especially...
Dwight Leroy DeWitt
Jun 6, 2026
Dwight Leroy DeWitt, age 91, of Brownstown, passed away early Saturday morning, June 6, 2026, at Hoosier Health & Living.
Mr. DeWitt was a devoted member of Brownstown First Baptist Church since 2005. During his years of service at the church, he sang in the church choir, served as a deacon, and held several leadership roles, including Trustee. Dwight was a...
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...
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