Obituaries

May 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry L. Hensley of Columbus. A cherished father, grandfather, brother and friend, who left us on May 25, 2025, at the age of 70.

Terry was born on October 27, 1954, in Greenfield, Indiana. He was the son of Henry "Bud" and Winifred Faye Trapp Hensley....

May 23, 2025

Allan "Merrill" Wilson, 83, of North Vernon passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Our Hospice of South-Central Indiana Inpatient Facility in Columbus.

Born on February 28, 1942, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, Merrill was the son of Lindsey and Carrie (Cadell) Wilson.

A beloved mechanic and racing legend, Merrill is leaving behind a legacy of...

May 23, 2025

Loren E. Montgomery, 85, of North Vernon passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Our Hospice of South-Central Indiana Inpatient Facility. A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Sawyer - Pickett Funeral & Cremation Service. Interment will be in Rock Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. until the...

May 22, 2025

Jody S. Ebinger, 73 of North Vernon passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Rev. Jerry Byrd will officiate. A Rosary Service will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Sawyer - Pickett...

May 15, 2025

Betty Lou Wissel, 93, of North Vernon, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Covered Bridge Health Campus in Seymour. A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Sawyer-Pickett Funeral and Cremation Service. Deacon Larry French will officiate. Burial will follow the service in the Vernon Cemetery. Visitation will be...

Apr 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Dale Watts, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, who entered into eternal rest on April 14, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on September 21, 1953, in Gary, Indiana, Robert was the son of James and Barbara Squires Watts. He graduated from Jennings County High School...

Apr 13, 2025

Beth Ann Steiner 8/17/1944 - 4/13/2025 Beth passed peacefully with family surrounding her and was ready for her next life in the Kingdom of Heaven. Beth's life was always filled with family and community activities. She enjoyed growing up on the farm and helping with the outside chores. She was a 10 year 4-H member and never stopped being...

Apr 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence Albert Vogel, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Clarence passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by his family. He is leaving behind a legacy built on his unwavering dedication to farming, family, and faith. A Funeral Mass will be...

Apr 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura Ruth Hammersley, lovingly known as Ruth, who left us on April 3, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on February 10, 1931, in Danville, IL, Ruth was a gentle soul whose spirit brought joy to all who knew her. She married Lester Hammersley on October 4,...

Mar 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra S. Graham, who departed this life peacefully on March 26, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 8, 1943, in Queensville, Indiana to Charles Ervin Robbins and Cleonia Louise (Cooper) Robbins. She married William E. Graham on October 23, 1970 in Vernon, Indiana. She spent her...

Mar 17, 2025

Anna (Horn) Perkinson, 82, of Madison, passed away on March 17, 2025. Born on April 18, 1942 in Irvine, Kentucky, Anna was the loving daughter of Beverly and Amanda Horn. She graduated from Holton High School in 1960 and retired from Lowe's Distribution Center after many years of service. She was a member of the First Church of God...

Mar 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the untimely passing of Gabriel Jackson Schmidlapp, who left us on March 16, 2025, in a tragic automobile accident. Born on November 21, 2004, in Lexington, KY, Gabriel was a bright light in the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of friendship and passion for cars and animals.

Gabriel, known to...

Mar 15, 2025

Rebecca Lucille (Nelson) Boggs, 74, of North Vernon, fell asleep in death at 9:05 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving husband of 54 years, Dennis C. Boggs and daughter Amanda Walp. Rebecca had been in the care of Hospice after many years of battling cancer.

Visitation will be held from 4:00...

Mar 14, 2025

Von Branson, 76, of Holton, passed away at 8:50 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville, KY.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Sawyer-Pickett Funeral and Cremation Service. Rev. Frank McGee will officiate. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the...

Mar 3, 2025

Evan Max Dubben, 26, of North Vernon, passed away at 4:26 p.m. on Monday, March 3, 2025, at home.

A visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Sawyer-Pickett Funeral and Cremation Service.

Born on February 19, 1999, in Columbus, Evan was the loving son of Justin...

Mar 1, 2025

Clarence Earl Moore, 91, of Butlerville passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 11:31 p.m. at St. Vincent – Jennings Hospital.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Sawyer – Pickett Funeral & Cremation Service. Rev. Debi Black will officiate. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until...

Feb 28, 2025

Wanda K. Dewar, 78, North Vernon, passed way at 1:38 a.m., on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Schneck Medical Center in Seymour.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Sawyer-Pickett Funeral and Cremation Service. Rev. Dezmien Williams will officiate. Burial will be in the Vernon Cemetery. Visitation will...

Feb 18, 2025

James "Jim" A. Breidenbaugh, 78, of Butlerville, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Born June 10, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Wilma (Stamm) Breidenbaugh. He married the love of his life, Yolanda (Ott), on June 19, 1971. They enjoyed 53 years of loving marriage.

Jim was...

Feb 2, 2025

Andrew J. "Ewzzy" Rayburn, 38, of Indianapolis, formerly of North Vernon, passed away at 8:44 AM on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Sawyer – Pickett Funeral & Cremation Service, 115 S. State Street North Vernon, IN.  Visitation...

Jan 30, 2025

Tracy Thompson passed away peacefully at home at 3:16 AM on January 30, 2025, at the age of 65. In his final moments, he was surrounded by his wife, Amy, and his children.

He was born on August 16, 1959, in Seymour, the son of Charles and Erma Massey Thompson. He married Amy Gwin on May 30,...