All Obituaries

  Olena L. Carter, 87, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Morristown Manor. She was born March 4, 1935, in Russel County, KY. To Omra Polston and Flora (Hogue) Polston. Olena was a homemaker.  She was a caretaker at heart and loved to cook for her family. It was always important to her that her family was cared for.  In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting. Olena and Harvey E. Carter married on June 20, 1956 and they enjoyed 63 years together before...

  Martin James Scott, “Candy Man”, born February 28, 1963, was received into the arms of Jesus in the early morning hours of January 30th, 2023, following a lengthy battle with lung cancer.   The oldest of 4 siblings, born in Deming, New Mexico to Rodney H Scott and Carol J Greater.  Upon his parent’s death, at approximately age 7, Martin and his siblings were raised by the Ohio Soldiers & Sailors Home in Xenia, Ohio.  He attended the Wayne...

  Karen Alexander, 80, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023 at her residence. She was born April 23, 1942, in Shelbyville, to Russell Morrison and Vera Maxine (King) Morrison. Karen was a homemaker and loved cooking, and taking care of her family, especially her grandkids.    She also enjoyed bird watching. Karen married Dwain Alexander on June 17, 1961 and he survives.  She is also survived by her daughter, Michele (husband, Craig) Callahan of...

  Roger McGriff completed his journey of life in this world and passed on to eternity January 28, 2023.          He was born January 26, 1938 in Plymouth, Indiana to Mary and Lester McGriff. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Betty of 48 years.  Their blended family consisting of Brenda Wiley (deceased) , Larry Watler (Carol), Cindy Halbert (Tim), Ron McGriff (Diana), Danny Watler (DeDe), Mike McGriff and Carol Bockelman. ...

  Jeffrey Scifres, 41, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at his residence.   He was born September 10, 1981 in Melrose Park, Ill. to Robert Scifres and he survives.   He was a wood specialist at Culpeper Wood Preservers.   Jeffrey loved to go to the Moose Lodge.  His favorite holiday was the 4th of July and he enjoyed watching and setting off fireworks.  Some of his favorite times were spent out on his moped.  Caring and loving...

       Bettye Owens, 42, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at her residence.   She was born August 3, 1980 in Pampa, Texas to Bobby Joe Owens and Donya (Smith) Rutkowski.   Bettye attended Shelbyville High School and also the First Presbyterian Church in Shelbyville.   She enjoyed playing video games and listening to music. Bettye was a homemaker and loved to do arts and crafts. Her greatest joy came from spending...

  Franklin Brian Griggs, 54, of St. Paul, passed away Monday January 23, 2023 at his residence.   He was born May 18, 1968 in Shelbyville, IN.  to Frank D. Griggs and Ollie (Burton) Griggs.   Brian graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1986.   He was employed at Brazeway as a factory worker, and McDonalds as a cook.   He was a Christian.   Brian loved to go roller skating, he love to cook and watch the Colts play.  He married Norma...

 Gary Selmon Jr., 28, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at MPH Medical Center.   He was born September 15, 1994 in Reno, Nevada.  Gary was raised by Rodney and Pam Claiborne.  Gary graduated from Whiteland High School.   He loved to dance, listen to music, and loved his siblings. Gary is survived by his siblings, Rusty King, Devon Matthews, Alayna Robison  Mark Claiborne, Serena Murphy, Jazmin Claiborne, Dakota Claiborne, Mikayla...

    Charles B. “Charlie” Land, 72, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023.   He was born February 9, 1950 in Shelbyville to Clifford Land and Anna Mae (Swinford) Land.  Charlie graduated from Southwestern High School.   He worked at Lear in Edinburgh for 41 years before retiring as a Foreman. He had a love for the outdoors.  He could often be found hunting or fishing in his free time.  Charlie also loved spending time...

  Virgil Wayne Marion, 72, of Fairland, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023, surrounded by his wife and daughters.  He was born January 10, 1951, in Louisville, Kentucky to Irma Marion.  Not only was he in the US Army, he was a jack of all trades and retired to Kentucky until recently.  Virgil loved going fishing. He enjoyed motorsports, car shows and flea marketing. He loved his two cats Tater and Taz.  Mr. Marion is survived by his wife, Betty Ann (Eversole)...