Obituaries

May 3, 2023

Keith McGaha, 50, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday May 3, 2023 at his residence.

He was born December 3, 1972 in Shelbyville, IN. to Billy Joe McGaha and Margie (Harmon) Lengl.

Keith worked at Cagney's for many years and enjoyed seeing his friends.  He had a love for Native American art and he cherished his...

May 2, 2023

John Perry Robbins, 78, of Shelbyville, passed away May 2, 2023 at his residence.

He was born April 9, 1945 in Indianapolis, IN. to Perry Alonzo Robbins and Catherine Mae (Cook) Robbins.

John was a truck driver by trade, and he proudly served in the US Army.

John enjoyed his trips to the...

Apr 28, 2023

George W. Morgan, 90, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, April 28, 2023 at Heritage House of Greensburg, IN.

He was born April 24, 1933 in Union City, TN. to James Morgan and Grace Pinon.

He was retired from GE-Wellman as a welder.

George was a member of the American Legion, VFW and the...

Apr 28, 2023

On April 28th, David Aaron Land, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 60.  David was born in Milton, Florida on September 13, 1962. David was preceded in death by his father Clifford Land.  David is survived by his mother Sharon (Calhoun) Basey, brother James Land (fiancé Cathy Harmon), sister Amy Wilson and sister Melissa (Missy) Bostic. David graduated...

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...