Obituaries

Nov 3, 2024

Ralph Cummins, 73, of Greensburg was called home by the amazing grace of God on Sunday, November 3, 2024. He was born on September 10, 1951 as the son of Russell and Bonnie (Tussey) Cummins.

Ralph loved family, especially a big gathering with food and family. He found joy in driving and fishing. His love for family...

Nov 2, 2024

Arlen H. Stirn, age 83, of Peppertown, IN was called home on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at The Willows in Greensburg, IN. Born on April 20, 1941, in Peppertown, IN, he is the son of Allen and Vivian (Nee: Holman) Stirn. He married Carol (Wilson) Stirn on January 6, 1963, in the little white church on the canal in...

Oct 31, 2024

John Peter "Pete" Goldsmith of Batesville was born February 1st, 1958 at Margaret Mary Hospital in Batesville, Indiana the son to Robert Goldsmith and Blanche (Karbowski). Pete went to Our Lord on Thursday, October 31st, 2024 at his residence, The Chateau of Batesville.

Pete worked for over 30 years for Batesville Casket Company. After retiring from Batesville...

Oct 26, 2024

Gayle L. Sarringhaus, age 80 of Batesville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at his daughter's house with family.  Born November 7, 1943 in Greensburg, IN, he is the son of Edna (Wirth) and Howard Sarringhaus. He graduated from Jac-Cen-Del High School in 1962.  He married, the love of his life, LaVonne Lillian Meyer on August 7, 1965,...

Oct 18, 2024

Eric Wayne Dwenger, 36, of Madison passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at his residence. He was born on August 19, 1988 in Batesville, Indiana as the son of Wayne and Carla (Simmermeyer) Dwenger.

Eric graduated Batesville High School in 2008. He then went on to further his education at the University of Northwestern Ohio where...

Oct 12, 2024

Patty Jane Herd, 71, of Greensburg passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. She was born on February 15, 1953 in Franklin County, Indiana as the daughter of Russell and Bonnie (Tussey) Cummins. She married William "Bill" Herd in 1971 and he survives.

Patty was a cheerful woman who worked as a waitress and also cared for...

Oct 12, 2024

Rodney Gray Burke, age 66, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away after a long battle with cancer on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Rodney was the fourth child of Harold and Roberta Burke, born on July 24, 1958.

Rodney was born deaf and started losing his vision at 17. Rod went to Oral School in St. Louis staying with...

Oct 11, 2024

Gregory Scott McDaniel, age 60, passed away on October 11, 2024. Born on August 18, 1964, in Batesville, IN, Gregory shared over 39 years of love and companionship with his wife, Tonya McDaniel.

Gregory was a man deeply connected to the world's natural wonders, finding peace and happiness in the beauty that nature offers. Whether walking quietly...

Oct 9, 2024

Joseph Anthony O'Connell, 71, of Versailles passed away on October 9, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 14, 1953 as the son of Leo and Anne (Danna) O'Connell.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia O'Connell; son, Joseph O'Connell II; daughter, Katharine Marsee; granddaughters: Autumn Marsee, Reece Marsee, and Reilly Marsee....

Sep 29, 2024

Thomas L. Camacho, 61, of Aurora passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. He was born on June 10, 1963 in Houston, Texas as the son of Thomas G. and Edith (Gonzalez) Camacho.

Thomas was a dedicated boilermaker by trade for several of his working years. A big socializer, Thomas loved to lend a helping hand to...

Sep 19, 2024

Sarah Katherine Aune passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in Batesville, Indiana. The daughter of Christopher and Chi (Kim) Aune was born on December 8, 1986. She was only 37 years old.

Sarah graduated from Batesville High School and received her BA from Indiana State University. She was currently working at Thrive Market in Batesville....

Sep 18, 2024

Gloria Elaine Riley, 88, of Batesville passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 in Greensburg. She was born in Lytton, Iowa on May 3, 1936 as the daughter of Theodore and Iva (Kneller) Denise.

She is survived by her children: Jennifer (Ryan) Schebler of Batesville, Jeff Riley of Huntly, Virginia, and Kim (Michael) Woodruff of San Diego,...

Sep 14, 2024

Carl Caudill passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at his home in Batesville. The son of Ettie & Byron Caudill was born in Letcher County, Kentucky on March 1, 1934. He was 90 years old.

Carl was a deeply dedicated husband & father.  While serving in the Army, Carl introduced himself to the love of his...

Sep 14, 2024

Mary Ruth Raymer, 87, of Batesville passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. She was born on April 24, 1937 as the daughter of Frank and Mayzella (Hall) Kiper.

She married Niney Raymer and he preceded her in death.

Mary is survived by her sons, Keith Raymer and Lloyd Raymer; sister, Bessie Laverne Williams.

Sep 12, 2024

Sharon Lynn Colvin, 51, of Milan passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at her residence. She was born on September 6, 1973 as the daughter of Kenneth and Rose (Feldman) Koch.

She had a special talent for making Christmas decorations and charming crafts. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Sharon...

Sep 11, 2024

Randy Lee Holt of Osgood, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the age of 57. He was born on October 5, 1966 in Batesville as the son of Raymond and Diona (Akers) Holt.

For many years, Randy "Pete" was a pillar of the Ripley County Sheriff's office, serving with unwavering dedication and a deep...

Sep 11, 2024

Ronald E. Duenne, 53, of Greensburg passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at his home. He was born on March 25, 1971 in Connersville, Indiana as the son of Joseph Duenne and Evelyn Chasteen.

For many years, Ronnie was an asphalt laborer. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He loved working on cars...

Sep 10, 2024

Susan (King) Wonnell, 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at St. Andrews Nursing Home in Batesville, IN.  Born on December 24, 1931 and raised in Lancaster, OH, she graduated from Lancaster High School in 1949.  Susan married James "Jim" E. Wonnell of Highland Park, IL on December 5, 1951 in Coronado Naval Air Station, CA where...

Sep 10, 2024

Jeffrey Bruehler Moore, age 83 of Batesville passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. The son of Harry & Elizabeth (Coe) Moore was born on September 26, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Jeffrey was a US Army veteran and worked in the insurance business as a underwriter for most of his career. He enjoyed being outdoors and floating...

Sep 9, 2024

Thomas E. Williams of Batesville, Indiana passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born on September 3, 1943 in New Brighton, Pennsylvania as the son of Clifford LeRoy and Lois (Morrow) Williams.

Tom was a devoted Marine who served his nation with courage and commitment from 1966 to 1972. He...