Obituaries

Feb 17, 2026

Jason A. Foltz, 54, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at IU Health Methodist Hospital.

He was born February 15, 1972, in Shelbyville, IN to Robert L. Foltz and Bonnie Jean (Colvin) Foltz.

He married Traci (Stieneker) Foltz on July 17, 1993, and she survives.  They spent 33 loving years of marriage together....

Feb 16, 2026

Donal L. "Bud" Mendenhall, 92, of Boggstown, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at his residence.

He was born October 15, 1933, in Marshall, IN to Harris Mendenhall and Kathryn (Bostic) Mendenhall.

Bud graduated from Franklin High School with the Class of 1951.  He went onto further his education at Franklin College and graduated with...

Feb 4, 2026

Patrick M. Ellis, 33, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

He was born December 2, 1992, in Chicago, IL to Russell Ellis and Rhonda (Young) Borton.

He graduated from Shelbyville High School with the Class of 2011.   Patrick became one of Shelbyville High School's greatest athletes.  He was a four-year IHSAA state track...

Jan 31, 2026

Steven Wayne Moore, 75 of Edinburgh, IN passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at his residence.

He was born July 27, 1950, in Indianapolis to Carl S. Moore and Betty (Steenbergen) Moore.

Steve attended Arsenal Technical High School.  He enlisted with the United States Marine Corps in September of 1967.  Steve honorable served his country...

Jan 30, 2026

J. Sharlene Knopp

April 12, 1936 – January 30, 2026

J. Sharlene Knopp, age 89, passed away at home Friday, January 30, 2026.

She was born in Shelby County, Indiana in a residence that previously had served as the Hankins one-room schoolhouse.  Sharlene made her initial appearance in the world on April 12,...

Jan 30, 2026

Allen Raye McCain, 77 of St. Paul passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at Waldron Rehab and Health Care.

He was born July 1, 1948, in Geneva, IN to Charles McCain and Mary Ruth (Stubbs) McCain.

Allen graduated from Waldron High School with the Class of 1966. He honorably served his country in the United...

Jan 26, 2026

Glorious Samuel Artist Mercy, of Indianapolis, passed away January 26, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis.

He was born January 24, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN to Demetrius Antonio Loggers and Cadence Elizabeth Musen.

He is survived by his parents; his maternal grandmother, Crystal Musen; his paternal grandmother, Elvera Walker; his paternal great-grandmother, Curtisstine Walker; his...

Jan 21, 2026

Timothy J. Reble, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at MHP Medical Center.

He was born December 22, 1952, in Colorado Springs, CO.  to William Reble and Fannie (Porter) Reble.

Timothy graduated from Hanover High School with the Class of 1972.  Through the years, he held multiple jobs.  That provided him with...

Jan 12, 2026

Margaret A. Hudson, 91, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 at Franciscan Health.

She was born October 23, 1934 in Tell City, IN to Alvin Franchville and Emma (Harbarville) Franchville.

She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Margaret worked at Wellman's General Electric until her retirement.

She...

Jan 9, 2026

Rodger Dale Riggins, 78, of Waldron, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on December 16, 1947, in Humboldt, TN to Emanual Riggins and Lessie (Huggins) Riggins.

Rodger graduated from Waldron High School.  He worked at KCL in Shelbyville for a short time before going to work at Print Pack...

Jan 8, 2026

Kris Alan Martin, 54, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, at his home.

He was born January 24, 1971, in Rushville, IN, to Lawrence "Larry" Keith Martin and Paula Kay (Jeffries) Martin.

Kris attended Shelbyville High School. He was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church and the Indiana Volunteer Fire Association. Earlier...

Jan 3, 2026

Anthony Coots, 38, of Shelbyville, passed away January 3, 2026 in Shelbyville, IN.

He was born December 30, 1987 in Franklin, IN to Carlos Coots and Lorene (Lori) Meadows.

Anthony graduated from Waldron Jr./Sr. High School.

He loved anything to do with magic, especially his magic cards. He also enjoyed watching the Pacers...

Jan 3, 2026

Allen George Monhollen, 87, of Fairland passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at his residence.

He was born June 3, 1938 in Corbin, KY to Lake Monhollen and Eva (Nantz) Monhollen.

Mr. Monhollen worked in the grocery industry until his retirement.

He was a former member of Fairland Baptist Church.  He enjoyed coaching...

Jan 1, 2026

James Morris II, 73, of Edinburgh, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Columbus Regional Health.

He was born August 8, 1952 to James K. Morris and Judith Jones.

James graduated from Whiteland High School with the Class of 1970.

He joined the United States Navy and honorably served his country.  He went...

Dec 30, 2025

Loria Lisa Painter, 60, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at MHP.

She was born August 18, 1965 in Rushville, IN to Karen Trowbridge.

Loria loved spending time with her kids and her grandchildren.  She finally received her answer to her prayers to be able to go to heaven to be with her...

Dec 22, 2025

Robert Timothy "Tim" Antle, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at his residence.

He was born August 13, 1957, in Shelbyville, IN to Robert William Antle and Carol Jean (Carr) Antle.

Tim graduated from Shelbyville High School with the Class of 1975.  He honorably served his country with the United States Army. ...

Dec 22, 2025

Mary Ann Barton, 93, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at Ashford Place Health Campus.

She was born August 7, 1932, in Shelbyville, IN to Thad F. Pettit Sr and Mary E. (Baker) Pettit.

Mary attended Shelbyville High School.  She worked as an in home health assistant an also in car liner manufacturing. ...

Dec 20, 2025

Brett A. Shepard, 36, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025, at MHP Medical Center.

He was born December 18, 1989, in Shelbyville, IN to Jimmy Shepard and Lora (Burton) Bruner, but Russell Bruner was his father figure and helped raise him.

Brett graduated from Shelbyville High School with the class of 2008.  He...

Dec 19, 2025

Randal D. "Randy" Lifford, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025 at his residence.

He was born September 9, 1957, in Anderson, IN to Clifford Lifford and Goldie Lifford.

Randy enjoyed the outdoors and fishing.

He married Misty (Hollar) Lifford and she preceded him in death in 2013.

He...

Dec 15, 2025

Susan Diana Moody, 78, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, December 15, 2025, at Community Hospital North.

She was born May 23, 1947, in Shelbyville, IN to John W. Mohr and Lois Joan (Bogeman) Mohr.

Susan spent most of her life in Shelbyville and spent her later years in Indianapolis.  She graduated from Shelbyville High School. ...