Obituaries
Obituaries
Timothy "Michael" Stephens
Apr 27, 2024
Timothy “Michael” Stephens, 37, of Muncie passed away in his sleep on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at his residence following a battle with cancer. He was born February 26, 1987 in Greenfield to Timothy Lee Stephens and Sheila (Wells) Porter.
Michael’s kindness and infectious positivity made him truly unique. His genuine warmth and ability to bring smiles to people's faces were...
Sue Shirrell
Apr 27, 2024
Sue Shirrell, 91, of New Castle passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024 at Glen Oaks. She was born on August 22, 1932 in Byrdstown, TN to the late William Lee and Esta (Rhule) Morningstar. Sue entered the Mansion over the hill top with the Pearly Gates and where the streets are made of Gold.
She worked as a house parent...
Sandra Diane Decker
Apr 25, 2024
Sandra Decker, 73, a resident of New Castle passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the Rawlins House of Pendleton. She was born June 17, 1950 in Indianapolis to the late James Arthur and Glendora Muriel (Smith) Adams, Sr.
Sandy retired from New Castle Community Schools where she was employed as secretary to the superintendent for 32 years. She and her...
Jeffrey Glenn Mathis
Apr 24, 2024
Jeffrey Glenn Mathis, 63, of Muncie passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at IU Health Methodist Hospital following a two-year battle with esophageal cancer. He was born September 18, 1960 in Muncie to Glenn Russell and Judith Kay (Taylor) Mathis-Day.
Jeff was a 1979 graduate of Wapahani High School then joined the US Army, serving four years while stationed in Germany....
Vada E. Collins
Apr 24, 2024
Vada E. Collins, age 90, of Mount Summit, passed away on April 24, 2024, at Henry County Community Health. Born on April 10, 1934, in Farmers, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late James Ernest and Mary Oak (Atchison) Moody.
Vada was a diehard Kentucky Wildcat basketball and devoted NASCAR Jeff Gordon fan. Her greatest joy came from her children...
Brenda Riggs
Apr 24, 2024
Brenda Riggs, 70, of Kennard passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at her residence. She was born September 17, 1953 in New Castle the daughter of Everrett and Bessie (Collins) Shelton.
Brenda was a 1971 graduate of Knightstown High School and was a bank manager at Star Financial. She was active in Knightstown First Baptist Church and then Memorial Baptist Church...
William "Bill" Chester Drake
Apr 23, 2024
William “Bill” Chester Drake, 93, of Knightstown passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Henry Community Health. He was born May 17, 1930 in Cromwell, KY to the late Chester W. and Iva (Renfrow) Drake.
He retired from Jefferson-Smurfit Paper Mill in Carthage at the age of 62 after 40 years of service. He attended the Shirley United Methodist Church. Bill...
Ethel M. "Shorty" Province
Apr 22, 2024
Ethel M. “Shorty” Province, 101 of Mt. Summit passed away peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024 in her home. She was born on February 6, 1923 in the home of her parents, Charles Leonard and Maude (Williams) Waters.
Ethel grew up on the Waters/Williams farm with her four brothers and three cousins who were just across the drive. Her constant playmate...
Mary Lenora "Nory" Emmons
Apr 21, 2024
Mary Lenora “Nory” Emmons, 99, a resident of New Castle passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 at her home. She was born September 22, 1924 in Washington, Indiana to the late Roy Nathan and Mary Frances (Wilson) Belcher.
Mary retired from Kentucky Fried Chicken after nearly 20 years of service. She had previously worked at Brooks Canning Factory in Mt. Summit...
Carolyn Sue Hahne
Apr 21, 2024
Carolyn Sue (Koger) Hahne, 86, of New Castle went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Glen Oaks Health Campus. She was born April 7, 1938 in Pulaski County, Ky to the late Roy and Ona (Muse) Vaughn.
Carolyn was a 1956 graduate of New Lisbon High School. She had been employed as a bookkeeper...
Paul King
Apr 20, 2024
Paul King, 92, of Springport passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024. He was born March 5, 1932, in Shoopman, McCreary County, KY.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Christopher and Talitha King, his loving wife of 61 years, Nora Juanita King, 6 brothers, Dester King, Estel King, Chris Jr King, Dewitt King, Robert King, John King, 2 sisters, Maudia...
Bo Green Ritchie
Apr 19, 2024
Bo Green Ritchie, 8 months of Springport, IN passed away on April 19, 2024 at his home. Bo was a cancer survivor. He was known for his contagious smile and adored his big brother Bentley. He was a hero to many.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Steve Ritchie; his great grandfather, and namesake, Calvin Green Neace; as well...
Donald "Don" Atkinson
Apr 18, 2024
Donald “Don” Eugene Atkinson, 95, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 18, 2024. He was born on June 30, 1928 in Muncie, IN a son to the late William Jackson and Edna Elsie (York) Atkinson.
Don retired from Delco Remy after 30 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking and was a devoted Christian who...
Monique "Moe" Danielle Caldwell
Apr 18, 2024
Monique “Moe” Danielle Caldwell, 37, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, April 18, 2024. She was born December 14, 1986, in New Castle, IN.
A 2005 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, she was employed at Henry Community Health as a CNA. She had also been a traveling CNA, and just began working for the Henry County Clerk’s Office...
Donald Ray Wise
Apr 16, 2024
Donald Ray Wise, 69, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. He was born on June 17, 1954 in New Castle, IN a son to the late William and Nina (Kearney) Wise.
Most folks in New Castle know Don for being a weightlifter and an accomplished one at that. In 1973, at the age of 19, Don won...
Anna M. Anderson
Apr 16, 2024
Anna M. Anderson, 87, of Knightstown passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born August 19, 1936 in Albany, Kentucky the daughter of William and Bertha (Dulworth) Wright.
Anna was a graduate of Clinton County High School and was employed by RCA Records as an inspector for 18 years, retiring in 1982. She...
James "Jim" Ray Speer
Apr 15, 2024
James “Jim” Ray Speer, 91, of Charlottesville passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at his residence. He was born December 5, 1932 in Jennings County the son of Everett and Helen (Manlief) Speer.
A graduate of Charlottesville High School, Jim was a member of Nameless Creek Christian Church since his early youth. He was a member of the Charlottesville Lions Club,...
Linda "Kay" Phelps
Apr 15, 2024
Linda “Kay” Phelps, 78, of New Castle passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Henry Community Health. She was born July 5, 1945 in New Castle to the late William and Vonnie (Hurst) South.
Kay was a graduate of Knightstown High School and attended Ivy Tech. She served as director of the Latch Key Program at Tri Elementary School for several...
Jeff "JC" Clidinst
Apr 14, 2024
Jeff “JC” Clidinst, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on April 14, 2024, in Muncie, Indiana. He was born on December 13, 1969, and was raised by Wayne and Marilyn Clidinst. Jeff married his loving wife, Kristina, in 1996. Together, they raised three children: Valerie, Mic, and Les. Throughout his life, Jeff was known for his kind heart and generosity. He...
Vivian C. Whittle
Apr 14, 2024
Vivian Cossett Whittle, 88 of New Castle passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born on March 18, 1936 a daughter to the late Leo Dillard and Fleetie Mary (Piercy) Dishman.
Vivian moved to New Castle in 1950 and attended New Castle Chrysler High School. She attended Knightstown Bethel Holiness Church...
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