All Obituaries

Ronald D. Robie, 74, of Fortville, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021, at his home.  He was born May 5, 1947, in Buffalo, Missouri to George A. and Leola P. (White) Robie.  He retired in 1985 from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant First Class after 20 years’ service where he was a 3-time recipient of the Army Commendation Medal and also received the Meritorious Service Medal. Ron later worked for Naval Avionics and then for Ivy Tech as a college recruiter. He finally retired...

Charles W. Weber, 66, of Pendleton, passed away on November 28, 2021, at his residence. He was born on September 14, 1955, in Scottsburg, IN to the late George Weber and Ella June (Bruce) Hayden.   Charlie worked at White’s Ace Hardware as a Helpful Hardware Man, later he worked for Connor Prairie where he cared for draft horses and drove wagons as a tour guide and interpreter.  He finally began his own landscaping company, C.W. Weber Company. He was a member of St. Thomas...

Byron E. Newhouse, 97, of Fortville, passed away at home on Sunday, November 21, 2021.  He was born December 15, 1923, in Hoopeston, Illinois to Chalmer and Bessie (Jarrett) Newhouse.  Byron graduated from John Greer High School in 1941 and immediately began his career.  He started his first full time job at Sprauge Sells Co for $15 per week, he moved to his next job at American Can Co. where he earned $18 per week.  Following these jobs Byron moved to Cleveland, Ohio to...

Lois M. Hanson, 91, of Fortville, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her home surrounded by family.  She was born August 5, 1930, in Waterloo, Iowa to Leroy and Frances (Flugge) Robarge. Lois was a loving mother, devoted wife, and medical receptionist, retiring in 1993.  She was very active in St. Thomas Catholic Church in Fortville. Lois was a member of choir, Women’s Club, Long Range Planning committee and was President of St. Ann’s Club from 1999 to the...

Coy E. Holden, Jr., 64, of Ingalls, passed away November 23, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born April 14, 1957, in Detroit, Michigan.  Coy was a concrete finisher for Sigler Concrete.  He was a musician, song writer and loved to play guitar.  Coy enjoyed driving race cars at Sun Valley (Anderson Speedway), racing go karts and attending motorcycle rallies. Coy is survived by mother Betty Sue (Parrish) Young of Indianapolis; brothers: Steve (Twila...

Kimberly Lynn Garst, 57, of McCordsville, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her home surrounded by family.  She was born August 23, 1964, in Beech Grove, IN.  Kim graduated from Warren Central High School in 1982 and attended IUPUI to become an X-Ray technician. She owned and operated Miss Kim’s Daycare since 1991 where she impacted the lives of hundreds of children over the years.  She was active for over 25 years in religious education at St. Thomas the...

Cathy Kay French, 70, of New Palestine, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021, in Indianapolis.  She was born May 25, 1951, in Lafayette, IN.  Cathy Kay attended Ball State University and received her bachelor’s degree from Indiana Institute of Technology in 1997.  She was a member of Heather Hills Baptist Church, enjoyed watching Scooby-Doo, singing in the church choir, reading and most importantly spending time with family. Cathy Kay retired from the Department...

James D. “Jay” Spaur, 52, of Fortville passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield.  He was born November 20, 1968, in Hammond, IN.  Jay worked for Keihin IPT MFG in shipping and receiving for 14 years.  He was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School and a member of the Fortville Church of the Nazarene.  Jay enjoyed Colts football, animals, tinkering with cars and woodworking.  Jay always had a project going at his...

Rosemary Meek, 73, of Fortville, passed away Thursday, October 21, 2021, in hospice care at Golden Living in Greenfield. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on January 10, 1948, to Melvin and Thelma K. (Weaver) Robinson.  Rosemary grew up in Liberty, Indiana where she met her husband, Jim. They were married on May 16, 1970, and lived in Durbin, Indiana for 6 years then they moved to Fortville, Indiana where they have resided their whole lives. Rosemary is survived by husband Donald...

Jacqueline S. Bransford, 72, of Greenfield, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at her home.  She was born February 12, 2021, in Greenfield to Yank and Lois (Jackson) Ward. Jacqueline was a 1967 graduate of Vernon Township High School and worked at Dollar General. Jacqueline is survived by son Heath (Karen) Brattain of Greenfield; grandsons: Christopher Summitt and Layne Brattain as well as siblings Rex, Drusilla and Jerry. She was preceded in death by her daughter Mija Summit and...