Obituaries

Mar 16, 2026

Walter Laurenti, 62, born in Rome, Italy, and who resided most of his life in Columbus, IN, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at The Waters of Batesville.

He was born on February 1, 1964, in Rome, Italy, the son of Mare Sante and Helen Roberta (née Scott) Laurenti.

Walter graduated from Columbus East...

Mar 15, 2026

James Edward Gilbert, 73, of Sunman, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Born on June 22, 1952, in Batesville, Indiana, Jim was the son of Andrew E. and Emma (née Browning) Gilbert. He married Edna Gilbert, who preceded him in death.

He proudly served his country in the United...

Mar 14, 2026

Andrew "Andy" Gridley, 52, of Osgood, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his home. He was born August 18, 1973, in Batesville, Indiana, to Robert Shaw Gridley Sr. and Lorraine (née Sloane) Gridley.

Andy worked as a logger for many years, operating equipment and harvesting timber in the local area. He took pride in...

Mar 9, 2026

Anna Mae Weiler, age 97, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, surrounded by her daughter, Becky, and her two grandchildren, Jennifer and Elaine. She was born on June 26, 1928, in San Bernardino, California, the daughter of Elmer and Floris (née Rosson) Estes. She was married to Wilfred Weiler, who preceded her in death in...

Mar 8, 2026

Gloria Valentina Ferkenhoff, 92, of Cincinnati, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at The Wellington at North Bend Crossing. She was born on February 10, 1934, in Batesville, Indiana, the youngest child of Harry and Mathilda (née Billman) Ferkenhoff.

Gloria earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The Ohio State University and later a...

Mar 7, 2026

Bobby W. Bane, Sr., age 84, of Batesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, at Arbor Grove Village nursing home in Greensburg, Indiana.

He was born in Bluefield, Virginia, to parents Hallie and Lillian Bane on January 10, 1942 (deceased). Bob was one of nine children and was preceded in death by his four brothers...

Mar 5, 2026

Gary Lee Kunkel, 70, of Greensburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on December 8, 1955, in Batesville, the son of Clifford and Ruth (née Harmeyer) Kunkel.

Gary was a 1974 graduate of North Decatur High School. He built a successful career as a skilled drywall installer and dedicated construction worker. He...

Mar 4, 2026

Ralph E. Hochstetler, 75, of Batesville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Margaret Mary Health in Batesville.

He was born January 17, 1951, in Nappanee, Indiana, the son of Robert and Catherine (née Sanders) Hochstetler. He married Linda Varner on June 1, 1974; she preceded him in death.

Ralph graduated from Ball...

Mar 2, 2026

Ronald R. Francis, 79, of Holton, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 2, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on August 14, 1946, in Brockport, New York, he was the son of the late Raymond and Wanda (née Maxwell) Francis.

Ron proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, retiring after...

Feb 26, 2026

John Michael "Johnny" Bevis, 55, of Greensburg, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Willows of Greensburg, following a courageous two-year battle after suffering a stroke. He was born on May 10, 1970, in Batesville, Indiana, the son of John R. Bevis and Carmen Nunlist.

Johnny proudly served his country in the United States Army,...

Feb 20, 2026

Ollie Belle Koch, 93, of Batesville, passed away on February 20, 2026 at the Waters of Batesville. She was born on January 3, 1933, in Geneva, Alabama, the daughter of Oscar and Ollie "Queen" Owens.

She was a devoted homemaker for her family. She loved staying active with daily exercise and always had a good book in...

Feb 10, 2026

Lloyd W. Klusman, age 88, of Batesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Margaret Mary Hospital. He was the son of William F. and Cleona H. (née Crowell) Klusman, born at home in Morris, Indiana, on October 25, 1937.

Lloyd married the love of his life, Pearl Ann Hensley, on May 13, 1961, at...

Feb 7, 2026

Robert "Bob" E. Weiler, age 77, of Batesville, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 16, 1948, in Batesville, the son of Anna (née Estes) Weiler. Bob married the love of his life, Carleen Walterman, on September 8, 1972, at Huntersville Church in Batesville.

Bob graduated...

Feb 2, 2026

Vergie M. Bane, 86, of Batesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at The Waters of Batesville nursing home.

She was known for her sweetness and kind heart, and she was happiest when surrounded by her entire family. She especially cherished being "Mamaw" to her 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Born on June...

Jan 28, 2026

Nathan Alan Blunt, born June 23, 1976, returned to his Heavenly home on January 28, 2026. Nathan was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Alan and Sherry Blunt. He was the oldest of their four children and was a wonderful big brother to his sisters, Jen (Nate), Amanda (Bill), and Larissa, and his brother Dallan. He held so...

Jan 22, 2026

Adelia Lavon Priebe of Sunman passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the Waters of Batesville.  The daughter of William Sr. and Irma Stroman was born on January 12, 1943 in Jacksonville, FL. She just celebrated her 83rd birthday.

Adelia married Larry Keith Priebe and together they celebrated 48 years of marriage before he passed away...

Jan 17, 2026

Barbara Lou Broughton, age 80, of Harrison, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born on November 15, 1945, in Barbourville, Kentucky, the daughter of Ike and Monita (Jordan) Merida.

She married Curtis Broughton in Knox County, Kentucky, and together they shared 61 years of marriage marked by love, faith, and devotion. She worked...

Jan 16, 2026

Judith Ann Doyle, age 76, of Pleasanton, Texas, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. The daughter of Edward and Georgia (Smith) Doyle was born on September 1, 1935, in Batesville, Indiana.

Judith grew up in Batesville and graduated from Batesville High School in 1953. She went on to become a teacher for life. First teaching school...

Jan 14, 2026

Deloris Irene Brebberman, age 87 of Batesville, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at St. Andrews Health Care.  The daughter of Alfred and Flora (Meyer) Thie was born on July 29, 1938, in Batesville.

In 1956, Deloris graduated from Batesville High School, and in the fall of 1958, she married her sweetheart, Arthur H. Brebberman. Deloris...

Jan 5, 2026

Daniel F. Rosier III, 55, of Batesville, passed away on January 5, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1970, in Sarasota, Florida, the son of Daniel F. Rosier Jr. and Jackie L. (Elam) Rosier.

He resided at one of the New Horizons assisted living houses, where he was supported with care and dignity. He enjoyed music,...