Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Shelbyville, Indiana

Vyda Limpus

Vyda Limpus

Dec 12, 2021

Vyda M. Limpus, 92, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Greensburg, IN.

She was born June 5, 1929 in Goshen, IN, to Gordon Goodman and Ethel (Gagnon) Goodman. She married Ora Limpus on November 9, 1946.

Vyda attended Beauty College in Columbus, IN. After college, she became...

Donald Earl Goodwin

Donald Earl Goodwin

Dec 12, 2021

Donald Earl Goodwin, 67, of Shelbyville passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021 at his residence.

He was born July 4, 1954 in Shelbyville to Erbie L. Goodwin and Delores (Marks) Goodwin.

Don worked for the Shelby County Highway Department for 7 years.  He enjoyed watching NASCAR.  He loved going to antique car shows.  His own...

Laura Covert

Laura Covert

Dec 10, 2021

Laura Covert, 58, of St. Paul, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at her residence.

She was born September 22, 1963 to Banks and Nancy (Robbins) Covert.

Laura worked as a Quality Controller at M.A. Metal Co. She enjoyed going on road trips to smaller towns that were rich in history.  Laura loved getting great...

Vickie L Cox

Vickie L Cox

Dec 10, 2021

Vickie L. Cox, 75, of Indianapolis passed away, Friday, December 10, 2021 at her residence.

She was born July 8, 1946 in Marion County to S.W. Skidmore and Jeanne (Addison) Skidmore.

She graduated from Waldron High School, class of 1965.

Vickie was a CNA and Surgical Tech.  She also served for many years...

Paxton Vaughn Frerichs

Paxton Vaughn Frerichs

Dec 8, 2021

Paxton Vaughn Frerichs, 3, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at MHP Medical Center.

He was born June 22, 2018 in Knoxville, TN.

He loved crayons and art work.  He enjoyed climbing and running away from people.  He was definitely a strong and tough guy.  Paxton had a big heart and loved his...

Steven Wayne Densmore

Steven Wayne Densmore

Dec 7, 2021

Steven Wayne Densmore, 65, of Fairland, passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at his residence.

He was born July 30, 1956 in Indianapolis to Floyd William Densmore and Mary Anice (Blair) Densmore.

Steve was a tree trimmer until his disability in 2010.  He enjoyed riding four wheelers and other off road vehicles.  He also enjoyed...

Betty A Denton

Betty A Denton

Dec 5, 2021

Betty A. Denton, 76, of Morristown, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021 at MHP Medical Center.

She was born June 24, 1945 in Paoli, IN to Thomas Lucas and Geneva (Moffett) Lucas.

Betty was a lifelong homemaker.  She was a former member of the American Legion, VFW and the local Eagles Lodge.  She enjoyed watching...

Larilla Jean Scofield

Larilla Jean Scofield

Dec 4, 2021

Larilla Jean (Brown) Scofield, 88, resident of the Indiana Masonic Home in Franklin, former Shelbyville resident, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Johnson Memorial Hospital.

Born May 19, 1933 in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of Elwood and Hazel (Wesner) Brown. She married Gerald Wayne Scofield on January 4, 1953 at Edgewood United Methodist Church,...

Larilla  Jean Scofield

Larilla Jean Scofield

Dec 4, 2021

Larilla Jean Scofield, 88, of Franklin, former Shelbyville resident, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Johnson Memorial Hospital.  Services will be announced by Murphy-Parks Funeral Services.

Charles W. 'Bill' Ford

Charles W. 'Bill' Ford

Dec 2, 2021

Charles W "Bill" Ford of Columbus, formerly of Mount Auburn, died Wednesday December 2, 2021, at Columbus Regional Hospital. Born July 4, 1931, in Mount Auburn, he was the son of James Holman and Frances (Treon) Ford.

He married Ruth David on March 10, 1951 and she preceded him in death on November 26, 1986.  He married...

Stephonia Baker

Stephonia Baker

Dec 1, 2021

Stephonia Baker,49, of Especially Kidz passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021.  Stephonia's service will be held Tuesday, December 7 at 11:00 am with funeral to follow.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Stephonia's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.

Constance "Connie" Lynn Thomas

Constance "Connie" Lynn Thomas

Nov 30, 2021

Constance Lynn "Connie" (Goebel) Thomas, 84, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Waldron Health & Rehab.

She was born February 11, 1938 in Beech Grove to Charles Goebel and Dorothy (Windhorst) Goebel Siead.

She attended school in Fortville, IN.

She was employed at Kroger for 31 years before retiring.

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Randy Miles Sayre, Sr

Randy Miles Sayre, Sr

Nov 30, 2021

Randy Miles Sayre, Sr. "Muskie", 66, of Shelbyville, passed away November 22, 2022 at his residence.

He was born August 9, 1956 in New Castle, IN to Marion Sayre and Mary Kay Oldham "Katie".

Randy worked construction for 35 years and at PK USA for 8 years before retiring.  He was a lifetime resident of...

Lloyd "Sonny" Taylor

Lloyd "Sonny" Taylor

Nov 30, 2021

Lloyd "Sonny" Taylor, 84 of Shelbyville passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at Brickyard Healthcare-Brandywine Care Center.

He was born March 31, 1938 in Greenfield, IN to Paul V. Taylor and Dorothy L. (Bell) Taylor.

Sonny was a meat cutter at Standard Grocery for 39 years.    He loved working in the yard.  One of his...

Wanda K Blocher

Wanda K Blocher

Nov 30, 2021

Wanda K. Blocher, 74, of Shelbyville passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was born January 6, 1948 in Indianapolis to Lee Vernon Ginn and Mammie Ruth (Ramsey) Ginn.

Wanda graduated from Triton Central High School in 1967.

She was a CNA at Heritage House before retiring in...

Todd Clayton

Todd Clayton

Nov 30, 2021

Todd Clayton, 61, of Shelbyville passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Columbus Regional Health.

He was born August 16, 1960 in Franklin, IN to Robert Clayton and Patricia (Minor) Skaggs.

Todd was a former member of Town and Country Christian Church and current member of Shelbyville Community Church. He was very active in the...

Jeannene Martin

Jeannene Martin

Nov 29, 2021

W. Jeannene Payne Martin went to her eternal rest on Monday, November 29, 2021.

She was a resident of Morristown Manor.  She was born January 27, 1930 in Moral township to William C. and Lela M. Rouse.

Mrs. Martin was a life long Shelbyville resident.  She had worked for Tokheim Corp. (formerly-Gen Pro) and retired...

Clarence "Edward" Duncan

Clarence "Edward" Duncan

Nov 28, 2021

Clarence Edward Duncan, 54, of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Franciscan Hospital.

He was born July 11, 1967 in Seymour, IN to Clarence O.L. Duncan and Carolyn Sue (Dyer) Duncan.

Clarence was a state certified CNA.

He is survived by his mother, his siblings, Clarissa Mead (Mark), James Duncan (Connie),...

David L Pittman

David L Pittman

Nov 26, 2021

David L. Pittman, 77, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at Georgetown Community Hospital, KY.

He was born January 13, 1944 in Shelbyville, the son of Helen Fischer.

David retired from Continental Kitchen. His passion was fishing.  He also enjoyed making Native American jewelry.

He married Virginia (Biery) Pittman on September...

Rosemary Jones

Rosemary Jones

Nov 25, 2021

Rosemary Jones, 75, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Greensburg, IN.

She was born March 18, 1946 in Whitley City, KY to Henry Worley and Vadie (Halloway) Worley.

Rosemary enjoyed listening to country music.  Her most precious times were spent at family get togethers.

She...