Obituaries
Obituaries
Frank J. "Buster" Hayes
Dec 17, 2016
Frank J. “Buster” Hayes, 88, of New Castle passed away Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Henry Community Health. He was born March 12, 1928 in Mauckport, Indiana, a son of the late Jerome Hayes and Thelma Fern (Best) Tinkle. He Owned and Operated Busters Cement Products, Hayes Landfill and Big B Rubbish Removal in New Castle. In his early years,...
Susan Gay Byers
Dec 16, 2016
Susan Gay Byers, 66, of New Castle passed away Friday, December 16, 2016 at Hickory Creek. She was born May 16, 1950 in New Castle a daughter of the late Glen and Eva Marie (Holmes) Byers. Susan was a very kind person who loved being at home with her family. She had worked at Raintree Industries for many years. Susan...
Opal O. Vaught
Dec 16, 2016
Opal O. Vaught, 96, of New Castle died peacefully Friday, December 16, 2016 in her home. Opal was born September 27, 1920 in Farmers, KY a daughter of the late Luther Jackson and Elizabeth Choat McClurg. A longtime New Castle resident, she had been employed at Worl’s Laundromat and the cafeteria in New Castle High School. An inspiration to family...
Barry L. Gurley
Dec 16, 2016
Barry L. Gurley, 60, of Knightstown, passed away unexpectedly Friday. He was born June 27, 1956 in New Castle, a son of the late Gerald and Ruby (Lee) Gurley. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Barry was stationed in Germany for three years. He loved working in his garage with his son, building things for his sisters, and was always...
Eva Lucille Gibson
Dec 15, 2016
Eva Lucille Gibson, 77, of Lynn passed away Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Reid Hospital following an extended illness. She was born July 25, 1939 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Hershel and Vinnie (McGill) Huckelby. Eva worked at Kabert Industries in Lynn for over 40 years. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren....
Jayne Taylor
Dec 14, 2016
Jayne Taylor, 53, of Greenfield passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the home of her sister. She was born June 22, 1963 in New Castle. Jayne was employed as a Legal Secretary with Barnes & Thornburgh, LLC in Indianapolis and in Georgia. She was a baptized member of First Christian Church in Knightstown. She enjoyed scuba diving, flying, shopping...
Logan "Bud" Frost
Dec 12, 2016
Logan “Bud” Frost, 80, of New Castle, passed away peacefully, Monday, December 12, 2016 at his home with family and friends present, offering him love and prayers as he entered into the open arms of the Lord Jesus Christ. He was born October 18, 1936 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Wetson and Ruby (Garrett) Frost. He was a life-long...
Pansy Sue Criswell
Dec 12, 2016
Pansy Sue Criswell, 69, of New Castle, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016 at the Heritage House of New Castle. She was born December 8, 1947 in New Castle, Indiana to the late Walter and Vera (Moses) Smith. A homemaker, she enjoyed crocheting. Survivors include a daughter, Tammy Hilton of New Castle; four grandchildren, Sasha Criswell, Dustin Perdue, Brock Perdue,...
Ewell K. Barnes
Dec 11, 2016
Ewell K. Barnes, 65, of Shirley, passed away Sunday evening at his home. He was born November 29, 1951, a son of Herschel and Freya (Whitely) Barnes. He is survived by two sons, Gregg (Carrie) Barnes of Nineveh, and Luke (Mel) Barnes of Ft. Benning, GA; five grandchildren, Greggory, Kaitlyn, Hoye, and Freya Barnes, and Emilie Barnes; two sisters, Donita...
Gary E. Bennett
Dec 11, 2016
Gary E. Bennett, 64, of Carthage, passed away Sunday evening at his residence, following an extended illness. He was born October 16, 1952 in Greenfield, a son of the late Rex and Rosetta Bennett. Gary was a member of the American Legion and the Eagles Lodge, both of Rushville. He enjoyed fishing, working on lawn mowers, and loved spending time...
Sarah Ann "Sally" Hoke
Dec 8, 2016
Sarah Ann Hoke, 87, of New Castle, Indiana passed peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at the Pavilion of Marquette in Indianapolis. Known as Sally for most of her life, she was born on April 10, 1929 in Elwood, Indiana to the late Francis W. and Sarah M. (McAvoy) Lesko. Sally graduated from Tipton, Indiana High School in 1946 and...
James "Bo" Bowen
Dec 6, 2016
James “Bo” Bowen, 67, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born September 3, 1949 in Watseka, IL, a son of the late Elmer and Ruth L. (Gaffield) Bowen. A 1968 graduate of South Newton High School in Kentland, IN, Bo was kitchen manager and cook for several years...
Doris B. Steward
Dec 6, 2016
Doris B. Steward, 78, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Kindred Healthcare in Greenfield. She was born October 3, 1938 in Jabez, KY, a daughter of the late Eddie and Lola (Frye) Roy. A 1958 graduate of Wilkinson High School, and a homemaker most of her life, Doris was an avid flower gardener, and entered her flowers...
Michael L. Doyle
Dec 6, 2016
Michael L. Doyle, 72, of Springport, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born July 7, 1944 in Anderson, the son of Leon and Isabell (Illyes) Doyle. He was a 1962 graduate of Madison Heights High School in Anderson. Michael retired from, Chrysler Corporation following 32 years of service. He loved to...
Marvin E. Dixon
Dec 2, 2016
Marvin Eli Dixon passed away on Friday, December 2. He was born on January 19, 1937 to Thomas Dixon and Mary “Faye” Chew Dixon Couch in New Castle, Indiana. Marvin attended New Castle Schools. He proudly served in the Air Force from 1954-1958. He was stationed in Thule Air Force Base, Greenland in the fire department. He completed his service...
Carolyn Finley
Dec 2, 2016
Carolyn Finley, 75, of Knightstown passed away Friday, December 2, 2016 at Brandywine Living Center in Greenfield. She was born August 5, 1941 in Anderson, IN to the late Noah Parson and Edna Mae (Henry) Arthur. Carol worked in customer service and retired from Bob Evans in Greenfield. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, music and most of all, Carol loved animals....
Rick Lane Ball
Dec 1, 2016
Rick Lane Ball, 59, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 1, 2016 at The Waters of New Castle, following an extended illness and courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 24, 1957 in New Castle, Indiana, a son of Raymond Ball and Kathyren (West) England. Rick loved Harley Davidson Motorcycles, was an avid Colts fan, and spending time...
Ernest "Ernie" J. Cavaletto
Nov 30, 2016
Ernest “Ernie” J. Cavaletto, 76, of Knightstown, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at his residence. He was born April 14, 1940 in Clinton, IN a son of Ernest and Lena (Bugni) Cavaletto, Sr. He owned and operated Ernie’s Market for over 50 years and had also been a local farmer for several years. Ernie was a member of St....
Virginia "Jenny" Jones
Nov 30, 2016
Virginia “Jenny” Jones, age 77, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at her residence. She was born August 27, 1939 in Soldier, Kentucky to the late Andrew and Bertha (Porter) Roberts. She was a home care provider, loved country music and working in her yard. Virginia loved her dog, Riley and enjoyed watching television. Survivors include her...
Martha C. Dalton
Nov 28, 2016
Martha C. Dalton, 79, of New Castle passed away Monday, November 28, 2016 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born July 27, 1937 in Scottsville, Kentucky to the late B.H. and Georgia (Cook) Marsh. She is survived by her son, David Lee Dalton of Indianapolis. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband,...
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