Shelley Elizabeth Kessler
Jun 19, 2026
Shelley Elizabeth Kessler, 46, of Shelbyville passed away Friday, June 19, 2026.
She was born February 10, 1980, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Donald Roberts and Peggy Pierce.
Shelley graduated from Shelbyville High School with the Class of 1998. She worked at Pilkington and had been promoted to Cell Lead due to her dedication and work ethic. She was known as a...
David Gaines Balzen
Jun 18, 2026
David Gaines Balzen, 82 of Manilla, IN passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.
He was born June 16, 1944, in Fullerton, CA, the son of Adolf Henry Balzen and Mary Louise (Lockwood) Balzen.
David graduated from East Memphis High School in Tennessee. He went on to further his education at Memphis State University. He worked in...
Michael R. Babbitt
Jun 18, 2026
Michael R. Babbitt, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at MHP Medical Center. He was born on September 28, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, to Marshall Foch Babbitt and Juanita Jeanne (Sutton) Babbitt.
Mike is survived by his wife, Kathy J. (Cover) Babbitt, with whom he shared over 45 loving years of marriage.
Mike graduated from New Castle...
Jonathan S. Gotkin
Jun 16, 2026
Jonathan S. Gotkin, 65, of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away Monday, June 16, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
He was born April 20, 1961, in Passaic, New Jersey, to Martin and Barbara (Botterman) Gotkin.
Jonathan graduated from Tappan Zee High School in Orangeburg, New York, with the Class of 1978. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from the University of Bridgeport in...
Louis Marshal “Lou” Posz
Jun 16, 2026
Louis Marshal “Lou” Posz, 81, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
He was born April 3, 1945, in Shelbyville, IN to Marshal Valentine Posz and Mary (Benifiel) Posz.
Lou graduated from Shelbyville High School with the Class of 1963. He began his working career as a buyer for International Harvester before starting at Knauf. While at Knauf, he specialized in...
María J. Hernández Guillén
Jun 8, 2026
María J. Hernández Guillén, de 57 años, de Shelbyville, falleció el lunes 8 de junio de 2026.
Nació el 27 de diciembre de 1968 en Tala, Jalisco, México, hija de Silvino Hernández Rosas y María Trini Guillén Alvarado.
María fue miembro de la Iglesia Católica San José. Era una mujer muy trabajadora y disfrutaba trabajar en restaurantes. Más recientemente, trabajó en Cracker...
Tommy “Tom” Eugene Harritt
Jun 6, 2026
Tommy “Tom” Eugene Harritt, 79, of Fairland, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Community Hospital South.
He was born October 23, 1946, in Indianapolis, IN to Thomas M. Harritt and Elizabeth M. (Patterson) Foreman.
Tommy attended Warren Central High School. During his senior year he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. He honorably served his country during the Vietnam War...
Charles David Reffey
Jun 5, 2026
Charles David Reffey died peacefully on 6/5/26 after a 2 ½ year battle with leukemia.
Born 12/5/1940 and raised in Sulphur Springs, OH, graduated HS in 1958 and spent the next 39 years working at Timken Company.
He was the son of the late James and Estella (Spaid) Reffey.
On June 8, 1963, he married Virgina “Ginny” Flohr for 62 amazing years together....
Carol Lynn Williamson
Jun 4, 2026
Carol Lynn Williamson, 67, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital.
She was born December 27, 1958 in Carson City, NV to William Williamson and Mary (Perkins) Williamson.
Carol’s life was defined by her love for family especially her nieces and nephews, dedication to her profession, and appreciation for the simple joys of life. She will be...
Erica Lynn Corbin
Jun 4, 2026
Erica Lynn Corbin, 47, of St. Paul, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at her residence.
She was born July 27, 1978, in Edinburgh, IN to Cindy Combs.
Erica graduated from Southwestern Jr./Sr. High School with the Class of 1996. She had a love for music, especially 90’s and 2000’s hip hop. She enjoyed coloring and collecting pretty rocks. She also enjoyed...
Patricia “Patty” L. McDonald
Jun 2, 2026
Patricia “Patty” L. McDonald, 63, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at her residence.
She was born September 17, 1962 in Rushville, IN to Leonard Cameron and Carmen (Ball) Cameron.
Patty enjoyed working as a manager at McDonalds and interacting with all the people there. Taking care of her son was her top priority, as he was the center of...
Robert Arthur Clouse
Jun 2, 2026
Robert Arthur Clouse, 64, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Morristown Manor.
He was born August 28, 1961, in Shelbyville, IN to Jackie Del Clouse and Alice Rose (Edwards) Clouse.
Robbie had worked at TRW Cinch and Big Blue Store. He loved to build models and put bicycles together for his siblings. He also taught most of them how...
Timothy Miller
May 29, 2026
Timothy Miller, 67, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at his residence.
He was born June 21, 1958, in Columbus, IN to Thomas Miller and Ruth (Whitehead) Miller.
He served in the United States Navy. He was a past employee of Lee’s ready Mix.
Tim enjoyed fishing and playing the lottery.
He is survived by his brothers, Thomas (wife, Patsy) Miller and...
Marlene F. Edwards
May 27, 2026
Marlene F. Edwards, 89, of Shelbyville, IN was promoted to glory on May 27, 2026.
She was born November 13, 1936, in Jeannette PA the daughter of William Henry Edwards and Jessie Bell (Nedley) Edwards.
Marlene is survived by a sister, Shirley (Robert) McDonald of FL; sister-in-law, “Mert” Edwards of Indianapolis, IN; niece, Karyn Edwards of Clifton, IL; great niece, Chrissy (Ben)...
Helen Ridge DeVoe
May 23, 2026
Helen Ridge DeVoe (nee Franke) peacefully passed away at her home in Shelbyville on Friday May 22, 2026. Born in Seymour on July 30, 1937 to parents Raymond Franke and Ava Franke (nee Ridge), she was the youngest of their 3 children and was affectionately known as Pud.
After graduating from Seymour’s Shields High School as valedictorian of her class in...
Bobbi Jean Smothers
May 21, 2026
Bobbi Jean Smothers, 87, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Willows Rehab of Shelbyville. She was a resident of Timbercreek Assisted Living of Shelbyville.
She was born November 11, 1938, in Danville, IN to Thomas H. Johnson and Ruth (Lairmore) Johnson.
Bobbi was a member of Crossroads Community Church. She worked at General Electric and then she opened and...
Janet A. Neville Coffey
May 20, 2026
Janet Neville Coffey, 91-years-old, of Marietta, Indiana, passed away, Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Indiana Masonic Home.
Born Janet Anne Kramer on January 3, 1935 in Shelbyville, IN to Joseph Casper Kramer and Celeste Pearl (Shadday) Kramer, their 3rd child. She was raised by her mother and step-father, Raymond McDonald along with three more brothers and one sister. She graduated from...
Ronald Clady
May 18, 2026
Ronald Clady, 72, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026.
He was born December 20, 1953, in Ft. Wayne, IN, to Wilford Clady and Ellen Jean (Ross) Salmons.
Ronald dedicated his life to the horse racing industry, building a long and respected career as a horse trainer at racetracks across many states. He began his career at Churchill Downs right out...
Janice F. (Clark) Colee
May 18, 2026
Janice F. (Clark) Colee, 82, of Boggstown, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026, at Morristown Manor.
She was born July 20, 1943, in Sumner Co. TN to Homer T. Clark and Telia Marie Clark.
Janice graduated from Morristown High School with the Class of 1961. She was a member of Boggstown Presbyterian Church. She was also a dedicated member of Topps and...
Patricia Comstock
May 13, 2026
Patricia Comstock, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Willows.
She was born May 12, 1943, in Indianapolis, IN to Hershel Woolman and Mary (Jenkins) Woolman.
Patricia was a homemaker. She enjoyed her time cooking and her time spent with her family.
She married John Comstock and he preceded her in death.
She is survived by her sons, Michael Moore and...
