| Larry D. Marker |
Larry D. Marker, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 28, 2012.
He is survived by his wife Pam; his son David Marker of Richmond; and daughters, Kathy Wiles (Brendon) of Arcadia In. and Karen Marshall (Jerome) of Dublin, In; stepchildren, Dianna (Bart) Colvin, Dana Overbey, and Ken (Mara) Overbey. He is also survived by grandchildren Kaitlin Miller, McKaley and Hunter Wiles and step grandchildren, Kai and Kaz.
Larry served in the Army from 1956-59 in Korea. He graduated from Ball State in 1964 and went to teach at Williamsburg. He then moved to Northeastern, were he taught and was an asst. coach from 1972-76. He was hired at Randolph Southern High School in 1977 as the Asst. Principal and Athletic Director and moved his way up to Principal. He retired in 1994 from RSHS. He loved to hunt, golf and fish.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 4 at the American Legion Post 79, Zionsville, with burial at Old Pleasant Hill Cemetery to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Indiana Funeral Care. |
| Ruth M. Jerles |
Ruth M. Jerles, age 83, formerly of Dunkirk, died Monday morning at Lynd House of Muncie. Born in Economy, IN on Sept. 28, 1928, she went to Economy High School and business college. She worked in dining services at Ball State University for 18 years before retiring in 1995. Ruth was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a son: William D. Jerles (wife: Anita), Chuky, TN; a daughter: Vickie L. Cable (husband: Larry), Panama City, FL; a brother: Chester E. Retz (wife: "Ronnie"), AR; 2 sisters: Jane Saunders (husband: Howard), Richmond, and Carol Ann Davis (husband: "Dusty"), Richmond; 6 grandchildren and several nieces & nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Herman W. Jerles, who died in 2005; also deceased are her parents, a daughter, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters.
Graveside services were on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at Hill Crest Cemetery, Redkey, with burial following.
Memorials may be sent to Fairview United Methodist Church, 11048 W. SR 28, Redkey, IN 47373; condolences and other expressions of sympathy may be given at www.MeachamFuneral
Service.com. |
| Ronald Wayne Lewis |
Ronald Wayne Lewis, 58, of Remington, died at 9:29 a.m. Saturday, January 28, 2012 due to an automobile accident in White County.
He was born August 8, 1953 in Richmond, Indiana to the late Marvin and Alta Lewis. He graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1972 and then joined the United States National Guard.
His first marriage was to Sandee Lewis on February 26, 1978, they later divorced. He then married Rita Kay Lewis on December 12, 2009 at Crestview Church in Lafayette. She passed away Saturday, January 28, 2012 in the same automobile accident.
He lived in Remington for over thirty years, prior to that, he lived in Hagerstown, Indiana. He was employed at Remington Hybrid Seed in Remington for over thirty years.
Ronald was a member of the First Christian Church in Remington, and attended Crestview Church in Lafayette.
He loved the outdoors, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, building pinewood derby cars, and he also was an avid NASCAR fan.
Surviving is his daughter, Veronica Gorney (husband: Nick) of Wolcott and his son, Josh Lewis (companion: Kathy Clark) of Fowler, three brothers, Ralph Lewis (wife: Nancy) of Modoc, Roger Lewis (wife: Janet) of Auburn, Carl Lewis (wife: Debbie) of Kendallville, and two sisters, Cathy Stanback of Auburn and Vanessa Cross (husband: Terry) of Connersville.
Ronald cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren, Mary Gorney, McKenzee Miller, Dylan Gorney, Kody Gorney, Kamron Gorney and JP Clark.
He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
Ronald and Rita's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington, with Rev. Randy Sparks and Pastor Thom Redmond officiating. Interment to follow at Remington Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in his name to Guardian Angel Hospice of Lafayette. Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
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| Howard J. Bowman |
Greens Fork, IN - Howard J. Bowman, 72, of Greens Fork passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at Ball Hospital in Muncie.
He was born on September 15, 1939 in Wayne County to Howard A. and Esther Okel Bowman and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1958.
Howard worked for 28 years at Natco Corp. in Richmond during which time he farmed for 12 years. After Natco closed he became a truck driver. He was a member of First United Methodist of Cambridge City where he was very active serving as maintenance man, usher or helping any way he could. He and his wife were foster parents to many children from 1975 til 1985.
Survivors include his wife Marilyn J. (Vallandingham) Bowman, whom he married on Sept. 30, 1960; a son Alan D. (Lyn) Bowman of Cambridge City; four grandchildren Amanda K. Hensley, Travis Jump, and Chelsey and Jacob Bowman; a brother Wilbur Hunt of Cambridge City; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter Barbara Jean Bowman in 2005; sister Mary Lou Hayes; brothers Malcolm and Don Bowman and Victor Hunt.
Friends may call at the First United Methodist Church from 11:00 AM until the start of services at 1:00 PM on Wednesday,, February 1, 2012. Pastor Adriane Curtis will be officiating. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
Online condolences to www.waskoms.com
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| Lavada “Marie” Duke |
Mrs. Lavada “Marie” Duke, 87, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday afternoon, January 25, at Golden Living Center Golden Rule.
She was born August 20, 1924 in West Virginia to John S. and Dora J. Kelley Hanshew and lived in Wayne County most of her life. She married Shirley F. Duke, Sr. on November 28, 1941 and they were married for 62 years. She graduated from Economy High School in 1942. She was a member of the Economy Friends Church and was a Past Matron in Eastern Star.
Mrs. Duke is survived by her daughter, Sharon Duke Lipscomb, Richmond; grandchildren, Victoria Duke Mead, Richmond, Lee Lipscomb, Noblesville; Amy Lipscomb Strain, Richmond; Heather Hardy Duke, Richmond; Tara Duke Rains, Maryland; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Duke was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Shirley F. Duke, Sr., on March 27, 2004; and son, Shirley F. Duke, Jr., on August 26, 2006.
A memorial ceremony was on Monday, January 30, at the Smith & McQuiston Funeral Home, 321 US 27 South, Fountain City. Interment followed in Williamsburg Cemetery.
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| Verne M. Schwab |
Richmond, IN - Verne M. Schwab, age 77, of Richmond, died peacefully Thursday, January 26, 2012, at his home.
Born February 9, 1934, in Richmond to Charles A. and Elizabeth Rodefer Schwab, he was a life-long resident of Richmond. Verne worked in construction with the Labor Union. He attended the Centerville Church of the Nazarene and was a member of the American Legion and the Druids Lodge. Verne enjoyed hunting, especially turtle hunting, and trapping.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Carolyn Alvey Schwab; son, Mike (Lori) Schwab of Fountain City; daughter, Christine (Bruce) Walters of Richmond; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Weilenman of Cambridge City and Cleo Durham of Richmond; and brother, Conley Schwab of Lynn.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Timothy R. Schwab; and brother, William E. Schwab.
Funeral services were Monday, January 30, 2012, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home with Rev. Ray McCrary officiating. Burial was in Elkhorn Cemetery. |
| Sharon Springer Summers |
Fountain City, IN – Sharon Springer Summers, age 64, of Fountain City, died Saturday, January 28, 2012, at Indiana University Health Hospital.
Born September 5, 1947, in Carlisle, Illinois, to Luther and Hazel Baxter Evans, Sharon lived most of her life in Texas and had lived in this area for the last five years. Sharon always had something funny to say and was loved by anyone that knew her. She was a good mother, sister, and grandma.
Survivors include her daughter, Lisa Phillips and her husband Tony of Heartland, Texas; son, Bart Springer of Palestine, Texas; five grandchildren, Cody and Kaylin Phillips and Dustyn, Seth, and Alyssa Springer; four sisters, Linda Miller of Fountain City, Donna Lynch of Richmond, Wanda Kauffman of Tennessee, and Sue Tully of St. Paris, Ohio; brother, Ronald Morton of Straughn, Indiana; two cousins, Jerry McNutt and Judy Rudd; several special nieces and nephews, including Julie Martin, Angela Barrett, Kevin Miller, and Tim Miller; and Sandra Smith and Bethany Adams, who she loved as her own children.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Larry Springer, who died in 1988; parents; and brother, James Morton.
There will be no public visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Fair Haven Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 6396, Fishers, IN 46038.
Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com. |
Dorothy S. Hall
Economy-Dorothy S. Hall, 96, a long time Economy resident, died Monday, January 23, 2012, in Golden Rule Nursing Home, Richmond. She was born in Bland, VA on November 2, 1915, the daughter of John and Florence (Pickel) Shewey and lived most of her life in Wayne County. Dorothy was a member of Hagerstown Church of the Nazarene. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed quilting and cooking for her family.
Survivors include 3 children, Shirley Moore (George T.) of Greens Fork, John Hall and Sue Miller Hertel ( Dale) of Richmond; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren,
13 geat-great-grandchildren and 2 special friends, Nancy Day and Sheila Bell.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Joseph F. Hall, in 2005; a son-in-law, Jim Miller; 5 sisters and 3 brothers. .
Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 26, in Hagerstown Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Robert Fannin and Rev. Will Shewey will officiate. Burial will be in Economy Cemetery. Visitation will be after 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the church.
Memorials may be made to Hagerstown Church of the Nazarene, 630 E. Main St., Hagerstown, IN 47346. The video tribute and online guest book will be available at www.culbersonfh.com. |
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