Obituary Listing

February 17, 2025

John Edward Bihr, of Cincinnati, was born on August 14, 1955, in Batesville, Indiana, a son to Albert Joseph (Pete) and Martha Sartin Bihr.  He graduated from Ball State University and worked in admissions at UC for many years.  John loved going to performing art shows and frequently took his mother along.  He also enjoyed traveling, live theatre, and...

February 5, 2025

Stephanie Lee Allen, of Sunman, was born on February 3, 1995 in Batesville, Indiana, a daughter to Jimmy Wayne Mathis and Kimberly Goodpaster. She was a graduate of South Dearborn High School. Stephanie married Victor Allen and together they raised 3 children. She enjoyed softball and loved to fast pitch in high school, she also enjoyed spending time with...

February 2, 2025

Melvin Honeycutt, of Milan, was born on October 16, 1945, a son to Baxter Sr. and Elizabeth Calhoun Honeycutt.  He served his country with the United States Air Force in the Vietnam War. Melvin later married Marleen Davidson on March 10, 1972 in Greensburg and together they raised three children.  Melvin worked for many years at Batesville Casket Company,...

January 31, 2025

Joanna Lynn Eilers, of Everton, was born on January 4, 1979, in Cincinnati, OH, a daughter to Robert and Lowita Rieman Gauck. She married David Scott Eilers on December 21, 2011, in Brookville, and together they raised 4 beautiful children. On Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 46, Joanna passed away peacefully at Reid Health in Richmond....

January 27, 2025

Monica Ann Hildebrand, of Sunman, was born on January 2, 1947 in Vine Grove, Kentucky, a daughter to Denis and Alice Byerly Brown.  She married Marvin Hildebrand on October 14, 1972 in St. Leon and they shared 44 years together before his passing on January 10, 2017.  Monica earned her master's degree in education from Ball State University and...

January 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Corinne "Reeny" Johnson, who peacefully departed this world on January 17, 2025. She was a beacon of love, faith, and joy, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Corinne Johnson was a woman of unwavering faith, always putting God and...

January 13, 2025

Roy Kenneth Mosmeier, of Sunman, was born on January 24, 1935, a son to Harris and Willa Mae Campbell Mosmeier.  He married Barbara Ann Ecklar on January 21, 1956, in College Corner, Indiana, and they enjoyed 53 years of marriage before her death on December 31, 2010. Roy was employed with Hill-Rom as a welder and he also owned...

January 12, 2025

Lois F. Barton, of Sunman, was born on August 31st, 1943 to Ralph and Hester Gutzwiller. Lois married Rufus Barton in June 17, 1962 and divorced in 1987. Together, they had three children. Lois was a homemaker and took pride in raising her children. She was a very firm believer in her faith and attended Sunman Community Church routinely....

January 8, 2025

James E. Wendelman, of Sunman, was born on June 5, 1935, in Milan, a son to Irvin and Myrtle Schwipps Wendelman. He was a graduate of Milan High School, Class of '53.  Jim was a key contributor to the Milan basketball legacy, helping guide the Indians to the 1953 state semi-finals, just one year before the school's historic state...

January 3, 2025

Janet M Deutsch, of Brookville, was born on April 3, 1941, a daughter to Charles and Alma Hildebrand Knecht.  She married Donald Deutsch on November 26, 1966, and he preceded her in death on December 28, 2014, after 48 years of marriage.  Janet was a caregiver her entire life, starting her career as a NICU nurse and then babysitting...

January 1, 2025

Clarence L. Jansing, of Brookville, was born on October 25, 1932, in St. Mary's, Indiana a son to Richard and Bertha Kruthaupt Jansing.  He was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Army. Clarence married Laverne Rosfeld at St. Peter's Catholic Church in 1955 and they shared almost 70 years together and raised five children.  He owned...

December 22, 2024

Rebekah Meyer, of Brookville, was born on August 14, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky, a daughter to Hugh and Lillie Wren White.  She graduated from Valley High School and later earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in education. Becky married David Meyer on April 24, 1976 in Louisville and he preceded her in death on December 9, 2013.  She taught...

December 21, 2024

William H. Mears, formerly of Brookville, was born on February 11, 1944 in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, a son to William H. and Juanita Kunkel Mears, Sr.  After graduating from Har-Brack High School he served his country in the United States Air Force.  While stationed in South Carolina, Bill met the love of his life, Joan Threlkeld and they were...

December 8, 2024

Gary Shaw, of Brookville, was born on April 23, 1936 in Hamilton, Ohio, the son to Virgil and Della Laudemann Shaw. After graduating from Ross High School, Gary began farming with his uncle.

Gary married Nina Shaw on August 28, 1972 in Jellico, Tennessee and together they raised four daughters, Melanie, Tami, Trisha and Chelsea. Gary farmed...

December 6, 2024

Frank H. Stallo, of Brookville, was born on July 25, 1964, in Cincinnati, Ohio a son to Edward and Wilma Tobergta Stallo.  He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. On Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 60, he passed away unexpectedly at his residence.

Survivors include his siblings Ron (Terry) Stallo, Donald (Barb)...

December 2, 2024

Barbara (Kaiser) Reed, of West Harrison, was born on June 14, 1963, in Connersville, a daughter to Harry and Viola Singer Kaiser.  After graduating from Brookville High School, she attended Cincinnati State and received her associate degree. Barb married David Reed on November 24, 1990, at Holy Guardian Angel Catholic Church and together they raised two daughters, Emily and...

November 27, 2024

Alma Julia (Riehle) Laker, 90, of Sunman passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at The Chateau in Batesville. Alma was born on July 3, 1934 in Ripley County to parents Edward and Edna (Forthofer) Riehle. Alma was united in marriage to Harry Laker on July 12, 1958 at St. Nicholas Church and together they had six children. She attended...

November 23, 2024

Sarita Perry, of Sunman, was born on August 11, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio, a daughter to Henry Hall and Wilma Wood (Hall). She is survived by her husband, Fred Perry, whom she married on December 24, 1977.  She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. On Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the age of 63, she...

November 16, 2024

David Frank Rockafellow, age 74, of Brookville, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, surrounded by family. He was born on February 7, 1950, in Flint Michigan to Allen and Oral (Murray) Rockafellow.  He married Darlene Richmond on July 2nd, 1981, in Oscoda, Michigan. Together they had six children: Cindy Rockafellow, of Florida, Stacy (Suzann) Robinson, of Martinsville IN,...

November 9, 2024

Clifford Carl Sucietto was born on July 15, 1933, in Cincinatti, OH a son to the late John and Mary (Purcell) Sucietto. He proudly served his country in the US Army.  Clifford was a member of the Purcell Knights of Columbus and St. Michael's Catholic Church in Brookville. He married his wife of 68 years, Clare McDonald on December...