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Notices and remembrances from local sources across the region.

Daniel Joseph “Joe” Kirkman

Daniel Joseph (Joe) Kirkman, 88, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026 at Stonebridge Health Campus. Joe was born in Avoca, son of Roscoe and Bernice Kirkman. He began working at age 15 at Nick’s Ser…

Lawrence County · 47421 · Aug 14, 2026

David “Dave” Robert Allbright

MITCHELL – David “Dave” Robert Allbright, 75, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at Majestic Care of Bedford. Born June 8, 1951, in Daviess County, he was the son of Oscar Benjamin and Betty Jacq…

Lawrence County · 47421 · Aug 14, 2026

Rebekah Pope

Rebekah Ann “Becky” (Frye) Pope, 74, of Spencer, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, August 14, 2026.Born in Bloomington, Indiana, on June 15, 1952, Becky was the daughter of Thomas and Mary Ellen (Chambers) Frye. She was a graduate of Spencer High School and later married Donald Pope in 1999. Becky retired from Cook Inc. after many years of dedicated service.Becky had a special affection for animals and found great joy in caring for her dogs and cats and the strays around the neighborhood. She will be remembered for her kind heart, devotion to her family, and quiet care for those around her.She is survived by her brother, Robert (Karen) Frye; and her nieces and nephews, Shawn (Amanda) Frye, Melanie (Tim) Lighter, and Emily Robertson.She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Mary Ellen Frye; and her husband, Donald Pope.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2026, at West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home, 105 N. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow the service at Chambersville Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Owen County Humane Society.Arrangements have been entrusted to West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home of Walton Funeral Service Inc.Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.westparrishpedigo.com.

Greene County · 47441 · Aug 14, 2026

Obituary information for Rebekah Pope

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Greene County · 47441 · Aug 14, 2026

Obituary information for David Wayne Chandler

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 13, 2026

Obituary information for Rusty Ray Newman

Martin County · 47553 · Aug 13, 2026

Joan Rosalie Stanley

Joan Rosalie Stanley, 88, of Mitchell, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Redcrest Hospice House in Bloomington, Indiana. Born January 14, 1938, at home, in Knightstown, Indiana she was the…

Lawrence County · 47421 · Aug 12, 2026

Margaret “Patty” Henry - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Margaret “Patty” Henry 74, of Monroe, Tennessee, formerly of Mooresville, passed away on August 9, 2026, at the Vanderbilt Health Center in Nashville. Patty was born on May 10, 1952, in Indianapol

Monroe County · 47401 · Aug 12, 2026

Ronald D. “Sox” Norris - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Ronald D. “Sox” Norris 70, of Mooresville, passed away on August 11, 2026 at home, surrounded by his family. Sox was born on Valentine’s Day in 1956 in Martinsville, Indiana to the late Marvin E

Monroe County · 47401 · Aug 12, 2026

Obituary information for Sharon L. Quackenbush

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Lawrence County · 47421 · Aug 12, 2026

Judy Sullivan

Judy Ann (Cox) Sullivan, age 64, of Linton, passed away on Thursday August 6, 2026. Judy was a beloved Gram, sister, mother, and friend. Born on August 3, 1962, to Mary Lou and Bud Conklin.Judy was one of those people who could turn almost anything into a craft. She loved to color, draw, paint, and create, and was proudly known as the “Duct Tape Queen.” If there was something that could be decorated, painted, colored, or made into something new, Judy could find a way to do it. She was obsessed with cows, loved all animals, especially her beloved Charlie.One of Judy’s greatest joys was watching her grandchildren play sports. She loved being in the stands, cheering them on. She loved her Thursday trips to the Pub, where she enjoyed a good meal and the familiar company.Judy spent many years as a stay-at-home mother before later working at Dollar General, where she met so many people who came to love her.She coached her daughter’s softball teams and spent years bowling on a team. One of the greatest things about Judy was that she never limited her love to the child she gave birth to. She was a second mom to many. Her home was always full.Her grandchildren were among the greatest joys of her life.Judy was also someone who believed that love didn’t have to end when relationships changed. She remained close with her former husband, Joe Sullivan, after more than 20 years of marriage, and shared a warm relationship with his wife, Martha Sullivan, as well.She is survived by her daughter, Summer Joe Ann Sparks; and son-in-law, Trevor Sparks; her grandchildren, Ryder Joe, Baya Ray Ann, and Gracelynn Sparks; her brother, Larry Cox and his wife Anna; her sisters, Belldonna Hancock and her husband Dennis, Sharren Anderson and her husband Don, and Teresa Carpenter and her husband Danny; as well as her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, MaryLou and Bud Conklin, her brothers, Glen Cox, Owen Cox, and Rodney Cox; and her sister, Tina Collins.Rest easy, Mom.We will carry you with us.Arrangements have been entrusted to Welch & Cornett Funeral Home of Walton Funeral Service Inc.A Celebration of Judy's wonderful life will be held at a later time.Online condolences can be shared at www.welchcornett.com.

Greene County · 47441 · Aug 12, 2026

Obituary information for Carol Jean Kramer

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Greene County · 47441 · Aug 11, 2026

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