Obituaries

Apr 27, 2023

James Nathan Hammond, 76, of Shelbyville, died April 27, 2023 at his home surrounded by his wife and family.

He was born November 23, 1946, In Indianapolis, the son of Clifford and Mary (Mumaugh) Hammond.

On February 8, 1992, he married the love of his life Carmella (Valastek) Hammond who survives.

Jim is...

Apr 22, 2023

Tony Vernon Witt, 94, of Fairland, passed away April 22, 2023 at Ashford Place Health Campus, in Shelbyville.

He was born March 1, 1929 in Connersville to Luther Witt and Myrtle (Johnson) Witt.

Mr. Witt was a machinist at Ford Motor Company until his retirement in 1987.

He was a member of Bethel...

Apr 21, 2023

Donnie Louise Marsden, 77, of Greensburg, IN. passed away April 21, 2023 at Major Health Partners.

She was born on July 15, 1945 to George and Claudine Bruce in Joplin, MO.

Donnie was married to James Marsden and he preceded her in death in 1981.  They had 2 sons, Michael and Steven.  In her later...

Apr 7, 2023

Melvin Glenn Gordy, 83, of Shelbyville passed away peacefully at his home in his sleep on Friday, April 7, 2023.

He was born September 12, 1939 in Worthville ,KY to Robert Lee Gordy and Elizabeth Reynolds.

Melvin was employed at Brazeway before retiring after 28 years of service. He also served as a Shelbyville Auxillary...

Apr 5, 2023

Harley R. Harding, 24, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at MHP.

She was born December 22, 1998 in Shelbyville, IN. to Sean Harding and Jennifer (Anderson) Farquar.

Harley had the most wonderful smile and her loving heart brought joy to those around her.

She is survived by her father, brothers,...

Apr 2, 2023

Dustin Lee Sturgill, 38, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023 at his residence.

He was born June 20, 1984 in Shelbyville to Steven Lee Sturgill and Dreamla Kay (Eldridge) Sturgill.

Dustin attended Shelbyville High School.  He was employed at Mark Concrete.

He was a member of Crossroad Community Church.  He treasured...

Apr 2, 2023

Heather R. Seaton, 43, of Fountaintown, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023 at her residence.

She was born May 1, 1979 in Greenfield, IN to Layton H. Seaton and Vickie J. (Gaffney) Lockridge.

Heather graduated in 1997 from Morristown High School.

She received a certificate from Ivy Tech for dog grooming.  Heather was...

Mar 28, 2023

COL (Ret) John E. Freeman, 91, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at his residence.

He was born October 15, 1931, in Martin Co., IN. to Frank Freeman and Marie (Bolton) Freeman.

John was a member of the Church of Christ in Shelbyville for many years.  His life's pride and joy included his...

Mar 28, 2023

Kelly L. Fricke, 59, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday March 28, 2023 at her residence.

She was born February 23, 1964 in Shelbyville, IN. to Asha Louis Smith and Rita (Purcell) Smith.

Kelly attended Shelbyville High School.

She was employed at Ivy Tech and was a Professional Janitor.

Kelly loved her...

Mar 26, 2023

Steven Thomas Beatty, 67, of Fairland, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Community North Hospital.

He was born May, 14, 1955 in Indianapolis, IN. to John Thomas Beatty and Mary Elaine (Wright) Beatty.

Steven graduated from Ben Davis H.S. in 1973.

He worked as a Journeyman Wireman for International Brotherhood of Electrical...

Mar 25, 2023

Carl Eric Webb, 54, of Fountaintown, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at his residence.

He was born July 4, 1968 in Tipton, IN. to Victor Wainscott and Carlene (Webb) Wayman.

Eric has been in construction most of his life.  He was a skilled carpenter who took pride in his work.

He enjoyed...

Mar 21, 2023

Annette Sue Walton, 61, of Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Franciscan Health.

She was born March 2, 1962 in Shelbyville, IN. to Delmar F. Walton Sr. and Carolyn Sue (Comstock) Walton.

Annette was a homemaker.  She liked to color, loved to listen to music, and had a passion for stuffed animals.  A...

Mar 21, 2023

Peter Donald Hall passed away at his residence on March 21, 2023.  He was born in Shelbyville, Indiana on July 3, 1949, the son of Donald and Wilma (Lux) Hall.

He was married on December 3, 1977 to Katrina (Everhart) Hall, who survives.

Peter was a 1967 graduate of Shelbyville High School and attended Ball...

Mar 20, 2023

Deborah A. Clark, 70, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023 at Heritage House of Greensburg.

She was born May 29, 1952 in Shelbyville, IN. to William Larue Harmon and Barbara (Bogeman) Lawrence.

Deborah graduated from Shelbyville High School.

She was a QMA at Heritage House in Shelbyville.

Deborah was...

Mar 18, 2023

Chyrl Ann Adams, 63, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at her residence.

She was born December 31,1959 in Hollywood, FL., to Robert Henderson and Shirley (Fox) Sturgis.

Chyrl was a baker and enjoyed working at her craft for many years.

Chyrl had a love for gardening and being outdoors.  She...

Mar 16, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon S. (Oberle) Ross, 80, of Shelbyville, IN on Thursday, March 16th, 2023.  Sharon passed peacefully and comfortably, surrendering to pneumonia, COPD, and lung cancer at Franciscan Health in Greenwood, IN.

Sharon was born Sharon Sue Oberle on 10/26/1942 in Indianapolis, IN to Virginia and Eugene...

Mar 16, 2023

Knox Wilder May, infant, of Shelbyville passed away, Thursday, March 16, 2023 at MHP Medical Center.

He is the son of Stephani May.  Knox is survived by his mother, his sister, Dalyce Sturgill, his brothers, Isaiah Caudill, Blake Caudill, and Jaxon Sturgill, his sister, Oaklynn Sturgill; his grandfather, Travis (wife, Barb) May, his grandmother, Melissa Baker, his...

Mar 15, 2023

Kenneth Jay Aulby, 56, of Shelbyville passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2023 at Waldron Health and Rehab.

He was born October 25, 1966 in Shelbyville to Jack Kenneth Aulby and Joyce Ann (Murrell) Aulby.

Jay was in food service management at Waffle House for 30 years.

He enjoyed fishing and camping.  His favorite...

Mar 13, 2023

Sherry L. White, 66, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at her residence.

She was born December 6, 1956, in Shelbyville to Norma Jean Houston.

After retiring, Sherry worked at the Chaperral Café.

She liked traveling, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.  She loved her family and her dog,...

Mar 12, 2023

Donald D. "Donnie" Phares, 56, of Shelbyville, passed away March 12, 2023 at his residence.

He was born March 14, 1966 in Shelbyville, IN. to Phillip Phares and Janet (Meadows) Russell.

Donnie attended from Shelbyville High School.

He loved the outdoors. Some of his favorite times were spent hunting, fishing, and camping.  He...