Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Shelbyville, Indiana
Randy Tillison
Oct 1, 2026
Randy E. Tillison, 54, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, October 1st, 2026, at MHP Medical Center. He was born October 3rd, 1971, in Shelbyville to Larry Tillison and Glenda Jo (Shepard) Remy.
He was employed for several years as a landscaper and enjoyed spending time outdoors. When not landscaping, Randy enjoyed fishing. He was an avid sports fan, often watching basketball...
Devin Brown
Sep 30, 2026
Devin J. Brown, 42, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, September 30th, 2026, at MHP Medical Center. He was born April 2nd, 1984, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Michael and Vicki (Parker) Brown.
Music was a constant in Devin’s life, whether he was listening to his favorite songs or keeping the beat on the drums. He also enjoyed shopping and always appreciated the...
Shirley Ann Kelley Applegate
Sep 22, 2026
Shirley Ann Kelley Applegate, 91, a lifelong resident of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, at Major Hospital, surrounded by her family. Shirley was born at home in Shelbyville on December 3, 1934, to William E. Kelley and Inez Marie Burkhead. She was raised in Shelbyville and remained in the community she called home throughout her entire...
Jessica Dunn
Sep 20, 2026
Jessica Dunn, 44, of Edinburgh, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at her residence.
She was born June 14, 1982 in Franklin, IN to William L. Dunn and Karen Walker.
Jessica was deeply loved by her children and family. They will forever cherish her memory, and may perpetual light shine upon her.
She is survived by her father, William (wife, Chris) Dunn; daughter,...
Rusty Lee Johnson
Sep 20, 2026
Rusty Lee Johnson, 60, of Flat Rock, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his residence.
He was born December 2, 1965, in Shelbyville, IN to H.B. Johnson and Lois Ann (Hill) Johnson.
He attended Southwestern High School.
Rusty had a gift for working with his hands. He learned the trade alongside his father, through their family business, Pete Johnson and Sons Masonry....
Gerry A. Vorhies
Sep 19, 2026
Gerry A. Vorhies, 84, of Fairland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19th, 2026. He was born October 23, 1941, in Uno, Kentucky, to Elmer and Lottie (Asbury) Vorhies. Gerry briefly served in the United States National Guard as a mechanic. He was employed at the Kroger Meat Plant as a member of the maintenance team before retiring in 1996.
Gerry...
Donald P. Jones
Sep 19, 2026
Donald P. Jones, 69, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2026, at his residence.
He was born August 14, 1957, in to Robert Jones and Betty (Surber) Jones.
He attended Shelbyville High School. He was a truck driver for Oles Engineering.
Donald was always known for his gifted talent of building and restoring cars. If there was a drag race anywhere around...
Larry Stafford
Sep 18, 2026
Larry Stafford, 70, of Fairland, passed away Friday, September 18, 2026, at his residence.
He was born November 11, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN to Jasper Stafford and Doris (Coulter) Stafford.
Larry graduated from Triton Central High School with the Class of 1974. While in high school, he began working for International Harvester. He was a dedicated worker and eventually retired from there...
Jane Spurling
Sep 18, 2026
Jane “Memaw” Spurling, 82, passed away on Friday, September 18th, 2026 at Timber Creek Village after a life lived exactly the way she wanted – with her own opinions, her own rules, and very little concern for what anyone else thought.
She was born March 23rd, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to George McKinney and Katherine (Sexton) McKinney. She was one of...
Linda K Goodman
Sep 17, 2026
Linda Goodman, 77, formerly of Shelbyville, passed away September 17th, 2026 at Homeview Health and Rehabilitation in Franklin Indiana.
She was born June 13th, 1949 in Shelbyville, Indiana to Edna Corley.
Mrs. Goodman graduated from Shelbyville High School and later spent her life as a homemaker.
A graveside service will take place Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 at Whispering Hope Memorial Garden and Crematory...
Gary Lee Woods
Sep 13, 2026
Gary Lee Woods, 72, of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, at his residence. He was born December 15, 1953, in Hazard, Kentucky, to Chester and Elsie (Mullins) Woods.
Gary was employed as a general contractor in the construction industry for many years. He was a member of American Legion Post 70, where he enjoyed socializing and spending time...
Gerald 'Gary' L. Moore
Sep 12, 2026
Gerald L. “Gary” Moore, 73, of Franklin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026, at his residence.
He was born July 4, 1953, in Indianapolis, the son of Samuel and Dorothy (Coates) Moore. Gary was raised by John and Ella Mae Moore.
Gary graduated from Lawrence High School with the Class of 1973. After high school, he joined the United States Army and...
Donald Lee Hammons
Sep 11, 2026
Donald Lee Hammons, 68, of Rushville, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.
He was born January 20, 1958, in Indianapolis, the son of Lester and Opal Hammons.
Donald was a skilled operator for Emerson (Copeland) for many years. He was a hard worker and took pride in his quality of work. He was a member of the Fraternal...
Joyce D. Parks
Sep 7, 2026
Joyce D. Parks, 92, of Marshfield, WI, passed away Monday, September 7, 2026, at Three Oaks Health Services.
She was born October 9, 1933, in Marshfield, WI to Andrew Kopf and Anna (Wagner) Kopf.
Joyce graduated from Marshfield High School with the Class of 1952. Shortly after graduation, she married the love of her life, Gib. She began her career at St....
Ruth Delores Baker
Sep 4, 2026
Ruth Delores Baker, 78, of Shelbyville, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Ruth was born September 12, 1947, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Harold and Louise Lee.
Ruth lived a life centered on faith, family, and serving others. She genuinely loved people and was generous and caring, often putting the needs of others ahead of her own....
Craig Ronald Sethman
Sep 1, 2026
Craig Ronald Sethman, 46, of Shelbyville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Craig was born October 12, 1979, in Washington, PA, and came to Shelbyville with his family at a young age. He was baptized in the Russian Orthodox Church. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1998 and continued his education at Ivy Tech Community College, where he...
Loretta Cox
Aug 28, 2026
Loretta Cox, born March 23, 1939, to William and Juanita (Roberts) Aldridge passed away August 28, 2026.
Married the love of her life Lynn E. Cox in 1957, that started a marriage of 63 years. Raised 3 wonderful children, David (Beth) Cox, Karen (Matt) Reprogle and Gary Cox. She also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren and brother, Rick Fallis.
Preceding...
Steven E. Howell
Aug 23, 2026
Steven E. Howell, 84, of Shelbyville passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his residence.
He was born October 30, 1941, in Indianapolis, the son of Howard E. Howell, Sr., and Eunice (Horsley) Howell.
Steven worked as a welder at Arvin’s in Franklin for many years. He was a faithful member of Living Waters Apostolic Church in Shelbyville, where he enjoyed attending...
James "Jim" Crone
Aug 23, 2026
James “Jim” Alan Crone, 62, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his residence. He was born May 17, 1964, in Multnomah Falls, Oregon, to Quinton and Jean (Puckett) Crone.
Jim graduated from White River High School in Buckley, Washington, with the Class of 1984. He honorably served his country in the United States Army. Jim was very patriotic...
Tommie Lee Gould
Aug 12, 2026
Tommie Lee Gould, 87, passed away on Wednesday August 12, 2026 at his residence in Shelbyville.
He was born in Campbellsburg, Indiana to parents Gilbert O. Gould and Mabel (Voyles) Gould.
Tom graduated from Orleans High School in 1957 where he was a four-year varsity basketball starting guard and standout player.
He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in physical education and secondary education...

