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Kathryn F. Robertson

Kathryn F. Robertson

Apr 24, 2026

Kathryn F. Robertson, 66, of St. Paul, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Morning Breeze in Greensburg.

She was born on November 14, 1959, in Greenfield, the daughter of the late Donald Lee and Frances (Dake) Robertson.

In 1978, Kathryn graduated from Triton Central High School. After High School she furthered her education, receiving an associate’s degree in computer programming...

Marty Burr Mart

Marty Burr Mart

Apr 20, 2026

Marty Burr Mart, 84, of Morristown, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Indiana University Methodist Hospice in Indianapolis surrounded by family.

He was born on April 4, 1942, in Peru, the son of Clyde “Marty” and Helen (Conwell) Mart. On November 17, 1963, he married his wife of 62 years, Clarissa M. Himelick, and she survives.

In addition to Clarissa,...

Eleanor Kay Stamper

Eleanor Kay Stamper

Apr 20, 2026

Eleanor Kay Stamper, 85, of Shelbyville, passed away and was reunited with her loving and devoted husband and parents in heaven on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Willows of Shelbyville.

She was born on December 10, 1940, in Madison, the daughter of Edgar “Boone” and Lenice (Harms) Elgan. On November 22, 1959, she married Marvin Stamper and he preceded her...

Mark J. Baker

Mark J. Baker

Apr 19, 2026

Mark J. Baker, 62, of Shelbyville, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his home.

He was born on November 2, 1963, in St. Petersburg, Florida, the son of John Baker and Winifred (Homrighous) Mitchell.

Mark is survived by his daughter, Sarah Jean Baker of The Colony, Texas; brothers, Paul Baker of Shelbyville, and Mitch Mitchell of Boggstown; and best friend...

James Edwin "Jim" Willard

James Edwin "Jim" Willard

Apr 18, 2026

James Edwin “Jim” Willard, 91, of Shelbyville, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at his home.

He was born on November 1, 1934, in Fountaintown, the son of Cortland and Grace (Snider) Willard. On March 28, 1953, he married Barbara Gayle Ewick, and she preceded him in death on February 10, 2025.

James is survived by his daughters, Carol Fowler and...

James Richard "Dick" Hanahan

James Richard "Dick" Hanahan

Apr 17, 2026

James Richard “Dick” Hanahan, 93, of Shelbyville, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Willows of Shelbyville.

He was born on September 21, 1932, in Shelbyville, the son of Elmo and Mary (Slifer) Hanahan. On June 25, 1960, he married his wife of 65 years, Linda Stang, and she survives.

In addition to Linda, Dick is survived by his children,...

Beverly Hatten Aldous

Beverly Hatten Aldous

Apr 15, 2026

Beverly Aldous 78, a devoted wife, grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed away on

April 15, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and kindness.

Born and raised in Shelbyville Indiana, Beverly attended St. Joseph Catholic Schools and later

graduated from Shelbyville High School. The values she developed during her early years—

spirituality, community, and compassion—remained with her throughout her life.

Beverly dedicated over...

Robert Eugene "Bob" Carlton

Robert Eugene "Bob" Carlton

Apr 12, 2026

Robert Eugene “Bob” Carlton, 93, of Morristown, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at his home.

He was born on June 29, 1932, in New Palestine, the son of Elmer Robert and Florence B. (Noe) Carlton. On August 28, 1970, he married Tonya Ann Mitchell, and she preceded him in death on February 10, 2024.

Bob is survived by his children,...

Sandra F. Delk

Sandra F. Delk

Apr 10, 2026

Sandra F. Delk, 82, of Fairland, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, at her home.

She was born on August 10, 1943, in Benham, Kentucky, the daughter of Samuel M. Cope and Eula Gertrude (Neely) Cope Harrell McCarty. On November 30, 1973, she married Bruce Wayne Delk, and he preceded her in death on May 17, 1995.

Sandra is survived by...

Ferris D. Ware

Ferris D. Ware

Apr 9, 2026

Ferris D. Ware, 93, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

He was born on October 1, 1932, in Cass City, Michigan, the son of Leo and Mardell (Starr) Ware. On December 20, 1958, he married his wife of 67 years, Carol Hempton, and she survives.

In addition to Carol, Ferris is survived by his daughters, Wendy Ware of San...

Raymond Joseph "Ray" Barrett Jr.

Raymond Joseph "Ray" Barrett Jr.

Apr 7, 2026

Raymond Joseph “Ray” Barrett Jr., 77, of Shelbyville, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Cypress Run in Morristown.

He was born December 20, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, the son of Raymond J. and Margaret Mary (Gooder) Barrett. On October 18, 1980, he married Cheri Ann Monroe, and she preceded him in death on April 19, 2022.

Ray is survived by...

Lowell Everett Williams

Lowell Everett Williams

Apr 2, 2026

Lowell Everett Williams, 97, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at MHP Medical Center in Shelbyville.

He was born June 9, 1928, at Ray’s Crossing in Shelby County, the son of Carl Everett and Ivy (Steward) Williams. Lowell married his high school sweetheart, Olive Lou Monroe, on July 9, 1950. They were completely devoted to each other for...

Jerald L. "Jerry" Gahimer

Jerald L. "Jerry" Gahimer

Apr 2, 2026

Jerald L. “Jerry” Gahimer, 70, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his home.

He was born on November 26, 1955, in Shelbyville, the son of Norman and Rosemary (Thomas) Gahimer. On September 10, 1977, he married his wife of 48 years, Kim Sichting, and she survives.

In addition to Kim, Jerry is survived by his daughter, Miranda Compton...

Carolyn Ann McNamara

Carolyn Ann McNamara

Apr 1, 2026

Carolyn Ann McNamara, 79, of Fountaintown, a devoted Christian, mother, wife, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, Nana and friend passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Franciscan Saint Francis Health in Indianapolis.

She was born June 20, 1946, in Marion County, the daughter of Wilbur C. and Mary Ellen (Fuller) Mosiman. On October 29, 1977, she married, Dale McNamara, and he preceded...

Lynn Sue Conway

Lynn Sue Conway

Mar 28, 2026

Lynn S. Conway, 77, of Shelbyville passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

She was born on January 18, 1949, to Clifford B. and Lois Ann (Willis) Sipes. She married the love of her life Ronnie “Joe” Conway on January 28, 1967. He passed away in 2016. Almost 50 years.

She had one sister, Gail Bratcher (husband, Joe) of Caneyville, Kentucky, one...

Edith Aileen Bettner

Edith Aileen Bettner

Mar 28, 2026

Edith Aileen Bettner, 95, of Waldron, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Hope.

She was born on April 23, 1930, in Shelby County, the daughter of Wesley Corydon and Flora (Medsker) Crosby. On July 2, 1948, she married Howard Earl “Red” Bettner, and he preceded her in death on February 4, 2025.

Edith is survived by...

Mearl Clayton May

Mearl Clayton May

Mar 27, 2026

Mearl Clayton May, 83, of Fairland, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida.

He was born May 18, 1942, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Porter and Stella (Terry) May. On January 20, 1968, he married his wife of 58 years, Amelia Barbara “Molly” Fechter, and she survives.

In addition to Molly, Mearl is survived by his sons, Gary...

Roselyn Keppel

Roselyn Keppel

Mar 21, 2026

Roselyn Keppel, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at her home in Indianapolis.

She was born October 12, 1947 in Shelbyville, the daughter of Edward “Bud” and Catherine (Hey) Keppel.

Roselyn is survived by her niece, Cindi (Alan) Livingston, nephew David (Arlene) Parker, great-nephews Ian Livingston and Benjamin Parker; and great-nieces Eileen Livingston, Caitlyn Parker, and Emily...

Tammy Doreen Bear

Tammy Doreen Bear

Mar 19, 2026

Tammy Doreen Bear, 59, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her home.

No services are being observed.

Final arrangements were entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St., in Shelbyville, Indiana

Michael Wayne Tucker

Michael Wayne Tucker

Mar 18, 2026

Michael Wayne Tucker, 77, of Shelbyville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis.

He was born on January 27, 1949, in Shelbyville, the son of Donald and Marcella (Heppner) Tucker.

Mike is survived by his daughters, Chrissy Tucker of Shelbyville, Kelly Ellis of Greensburg, and Laura Mount of Shelbyville; sister, Sheryl Vise and husband, Robert, of...

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