Obituaries
Nicole A. Cossman
Oct 31, 2026
In Loving Memory of Nicole Ann Motley-Cossman
Nicole Ann Motley-Cossman was born on March 18, 1982, in Waukegan, Illinois, to her parents, Louis Widner and Myrene Rost. She passed away on October 31, 2026.
Nicole was a sassy, fun-loving, dedicated woman who was spontaneous and full of life. She had a personality that was impossible to forget, a sense of...
Michael Warren Goins
Oct 31, 2026
Michael "Mike" Goins, age 62, of North Vernon, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 13, 1963 to Warren and Margaret Goins.
For most of his life, Mike was a dedicated truck driver who took pride in his work and the many miles he traveled. Outside of...
Thomas "Tommy" E. Cartwright
Oct 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas "Tommy" E. Cartwright, who left us on October 26, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on January 22, 1968, in Seymour, Indiana, Tommy lived a life full of adventure and passion.An HVAC technician by trade, Tommy was known for his exceptional skills in heating and cooling, always...
Mary Dean Hofelich
Oct 24, 2026
"DaMama," Mary Dean Hofelich, passed quietly and gently on Saturday, October 24 at IU Health Methodist Hospital after surgeries and complications, surrounded by grandchildren and her children holding her hands. Our tiny little feisty matriarch was 85, born on January 14, 1941, and she never let us forget it. Her response for almost any conflict was always, "When you're my...
Rebecca Ann Ude
Oct 20, 2026
Rebecca Ann Ude, 46, of Carmel, formerly of Scipio, passed away at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Crossroads Community Church, 9550 N. County Rd. 700 W. Elizabethtown, IN 47232. Rev. Tracy McIntyre will officiate.Visitation will be on...
Darlene Kay Suhre
Oct 8, 2026
Darlene Kay Suhre, 75, of North Vernon, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2026. She was born on October 30, 1950, in Seymour, IN, and lived her life with kindness, warmth, and a zest for family and friends.Darlene dedicated years to serving her community at St. Vincent-Jennings Hospital after her time at Regal Rugs. A proud graduate of...
Kenneth Lester Blair
Sep 27, 2026
Kenneth Lester Blair, 80, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Hickory Creek of Columbus. Born on May 20, 1946, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, Kenneth spent his life pursuing his passions and spreading joy to those around him. He was a proud graduate of Columbus High School and dedicated many years of his life to manufacturing work.Kenneth had a...
David Anthony Lawson
Sep 23, 2026
David Anthony Lawson, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the age of 66. David was born on March 7, 1960, in Bloomington, Indiana. He worked for notable companies forming concrete like Dave O'Mara Contractor and Lawson & Eller Contracting, and even ran his own business, Monroe County Contracting, for a...
Merrill Salyers
Sep 22, 2026
Merrill Salyers, a cherished father, grandfather, educator, and veteran, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on September 8, 1934, in Martin, Kentucky, he devoted over four decades of his life to the education of young minds as a teacher at Jennings County Schools, where he was instrumental in developing the Industrial Arts Program...
Robert R. Aldridge Jr.
Sep 22, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert R. Aldridge Jr., who left us on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the age of 51. Born on August 31, 1975, in Columbus, Indiana, Robert spent his life in Holton, where he was known as a free spirit who embraced life on his own terms.Robert had a special...
Mary Jane Vogel
Sep 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Vogel, who left us peacefully on September 21, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on October 3, 1939, to Frances and Geneva (Nichter) Horstman. She married Clarence Vogel on November 26, 1959. Clarence and Mary Jane enjoyed 65 years of wedded bliss. He proceeded her in...
Vera Wilcox
Sep 13, 2026
Vera Wilcox of North Vernon was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She passed away at home on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the age of 62.Vera was born on December 16, 1963, in Salyersville, KY, the daughter of Jesse Lee and Carla Sue Collinsworth Adams.Vera dedicated her life to making people feel beautiful. She worked for several years...
Michael Albert Nelson
Sep 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Albert Nelson, 62, of North Vernon. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Mike was born on March 16, 1964, in Seymour. He was the only son of Patti and Darrell Funke Nelson. He passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at home with his family.
As...
Bliss Michelle Sutton
Sep 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Bliss Michelle Sutton, who left us on September 8, 2026, at the age of 55. Born on October 28, 1970, in Seymour, Indiana, Bliss spent her life as a devoted homemaker, nurturing her family and spreading joy to everyone around her. She will be deeply missed by...
Dora Deane Byram
Aug 14, 2026
Dora Deane "Deanie" Glaze Byram was born March 19, 1928, in St. Bernice, IN to Darryl and Mabel Pearman Glaze. She spent many hours serving in the Wesleyan Church as a young girl and was baptized in the Wabash River at the age of nine.
She moved to North Vernon her freshman year and graduated from North Vernon High School in...
Grace M. Aich
Aug 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Grace M. Aich, aged 86, who left us on August 3, 2026. Born on October 5, 1939, in Madison, Indiana, Grace was a beloved mother and dedicated worker, spending over twenty years in dietary at Muscatatuck State Developmental Center. Her warm-hearted nature and nurturing spirit will be profoundly missed...
Friederike Anna Foster
Jul 31, 2026
It is with heavy but grateful hearts that we announce the passing of Friederike Anna Foster, our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She left us peacefully on July 31, 2026 at the age of 92.
Friederike was born in Muschau (Mušov), Czech Republic, and after a long journey through Vienna and Karlsruhe, she made her home in North...
Patti Jean Nelson
Jul 30, 2026
Patti Jean Nelson, age 90, of North Vernon, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at her home. Born on March 19, 1936, in North Vernon, Patti led a life filled with dedication, love, and service to her community. She dedicated forty-eight years of her life as a secretary at the North Vernon Water Company, where her commitment to...
Charlie Campbell
Jul 21, 2026
Charlie Campbell, 91, of North Vernon passed away on July 21, 2026. He was born on September 11, 1934, in Napfor, Kentucky, to Irvine and Viola (Lewis) Campbell. He married Joyce DeCamp on May 23, 1957, in Jennings County.
Charlie served his nation with great honor in the United States Navy, where he retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer after...
Mary Catherine "Katy" Matthews
Jul 11, 2026
Mary Catherine "Katy" Matthews, 82, of Columbus, formerly of North Vernon passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the home of her daughter.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 17, 2026, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Father Chris Craig will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. A Rosary Service will...
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