Michael Richard Hotopp
Jul 17, 2025
Michael Richard Hotopp, 75, of Lawrenceburg passed away on July 17, 2025. Born on February 14, 1950, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of Richard and Elaine (Dupps) Hotopp.
He honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1975, embodying dedication and courage. After returning home, he built a fulfilling career as a...
Marlene Cosette Holton
Jul 15, 2025
Marlene Cosette Holton, 72, of Cincinnati, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at the Waters of Batesville. She was born on December 4, 1952 as the daughter of Harold and Lucia Beebe.
In her career, she brought precision and integrity to her work in accounting, and in her free time she loved exploring yard sales and...
David Thornsberry
Jun 30, 2025
David Thornsberry, 85, passed away on June 30, 2025, at Reid Health Hospital in Richmond, IN, following a brief illness.
David was born in Hindman, KY, on March 18, 1940, to Whitt and Dorothy (Watts) Young Thornsberry. He is preceded in death by sisters: Lois Jean Turner of Shelbyville, KY, Nettie Bentley, Bethel Seals, Ethel Vance, and...
Jesse Eugene Brummett Jr.
Jun 28, 2025
Jesse Eugene Brummett Jr., 51, of Sunman passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. He was born on June 16, 1974 in Indianapolis, Indiana as the son of Jesse Brummett Sr. and Betty Gail (England) Jones.
Jesse loved tinkering with cars and sharing drinks and laughter with friends. His generous spirit, quick wit and zest for life...
Howard Lee Biddle
Jun 27, 2025
Howard Lee Biddle, 82, of Sunman passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025. He was born on November 7, 1942 in Batesville as the son of Henry and Rosella (Haven) Biddle.
Howard married Doris Dwenger on February 12, 1966 and she survives. He retired from Sperry Rubber Company and was a member of the Sunman Fish...
Myron "Bud" William Scholl
Jun 26, 2025
Myron "Bud" William Scholl, 87 years old, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Bud was born on January 31, 1938, in Batesville, IN to Herman and Aleen Scholl.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Charleen "Tootie" Scholl; his sons: Mark Scholl (Susan) and Glenn Scholl (Melissa); his...
Betty Lou Barber
Jun 24, 2025
Betty Lou (Richardson) Barber, age 87, of Batesville, IN, and formerly of Livonia, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH.
Born on December 14, 1937, Betty Lou was one of eleven children born to Claude and Evelyn (Jacot) Richardson in Waterloo, NY. She grew up in Geneseo, NY, graduating...
Harry Elmer Hammond
Jun 21, 2025
Harry Elmer Hammond, 82, of Metamora passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at his residence. He was born on January 11, 1943 as the son of Harry and Grace (Hock) Hammond.
Harry married Juanita Claypoole on January 7, 1963 and she survives. He worked as a skilled electrician at Procter & Gamble, where he was known...
Virginia Maryann Ginn
Jun 15, 2025
Virginia "Ginny" Ginn (née Sontag), age 86, of Bright, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald R. Ginn (2018), and her parents, Ambrose Nicholas and Bernadetta (Klatte) Sontag. She was also the sister of the late Robert and William Sontag.
Ginny is survived by her...
Levi Stewart
Jun 14, 2025
Levi Stewart, 86, of Milan, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1939 in Clay County, Kentucky as the son of Marion and Lula (Davidson) Stewart.
Levi married Hazel Widener on March 1, 1978 and she survives. He honorably served his country in the United States Army before working for and...
Frank A. Bergman
Jun 13, 2025
Frank A. Bergman Jr., age 91 of Batesville, Indiana passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 at St. Andrews Health Campus.
The son of Frank H. Bergman Sr. and Lillian (Holle) Bergman was born at the family farm on December 12, 1933.
Frank graduated from Batesville High School, where he played football for the Bulldogs....
Anthony 'Tony' Wayne Blanken
Jun 13, 2025
Anthony "Tony" Wayne Blanken, formerly of Batesville passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 at University Hospital in Louisville. Born on June 27, 1947, he was the son of Lawrence and Frances (Brown) Blanken. He was 77 years old.
Tony proudly served his nation in the United States Army with two tours of duty during the Vietnam...
Frederick Leland Sparks
May 31, 2025
Frederick Leland Sparks of Milan was born on March 24, 1936 to Emma (Felix) Sparks and Edwin Sparks in Milan, Indiana. He entered into eternal rest on May 31, 2025.
Fred was a member of Hope Baptist Church in Dillsboro, Indiana. He loved God, his church and church family. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing, watching...
Vernon Russell Moody
May 25, 2025
Never knowing a stranger, Vernon Russell Moody, age 87 of Batesville, touched a lot of lives. On the evening of Sunday, May 25, 2025 he embarked on his heavenly journey, joining his wife Marjorie in eternal peace. That day commemorates the anniversary of Marjorie's passing.
Vernon was born July 15, 1937 the son of Lester and Marie...
Travis Bradford Harris
May 17, 2025
Travis Bradford Harris, 47, of Sunman passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at his home. He was born on August 14, 1977 in Iowa City, Iowa as the son of Steven and Marge Harris.
Travis married Alysha Fleek on February 2, 2009 and she survives. After graduation from high school, he honorably served his country in...
Kenneth "Ken" Dale Gutapfel
May 1, 2025
Kenneth "Ken" Gutapfel, 89, of Sunman passed away on May 1, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born on December 3, 1935 at home in Lawrenceville, Indiana as the son of Harold and Edna (Roberts) Gutapfel.
Ken's life was marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for his family and country. He...
William E. Linville
May 1, 2025
William E. Linville, of Batesville, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Margaret Mary Health in Batesville, Indiana. Born on September 22, 1958 in Batesville, he was the son of William Linville and Quita (nee: Griffin) Linville. He was 66 years old.
Bill graduated from Batesville High School in 1976. He married Cynthia Dickey on July...
Michael "Whitey" Roy Bauman
Apr 30, 2025
Michael "Whitey" Roy Bauman of Jonesboro, GA passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Born in Batesville, IN on February 22, 1957 to Nelson and Dorothy (nee Dieckmann) Bauman.
As a boy, Mike was an active Boy Scout, achieving the rank of Eagle. He also excelled at basketball, playing on...
Rickie Gene Johnson
Apr 28, 2025
Rickie Gene Johnson passed away on April 28, 2025. He was born on October 3, 1954, in Milan, Indiana, and spent most of his life in southeastern Indiana.
Rick is survived by his wife, Margo, his brother, Gary Johnson, and sister-in-law Diana Johnson.
Rick is also survived by six children: Derek Johnson of Versailles, Kara...
Dr. James Richard Hermanson Phd
Apr 27, 2025
Dr. James Richard Hermanson, PhD, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Denver, Colorado, on March 19, 1948, James was one of seven children and grew up with a love of learning and craftsmanship that would shape his life's journey.
He attended the University of Colorado in Boulder, later running...
