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Robert Dirk Cheatham - January 20, 1955 - November 15, 2019

Departed: 11/15/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Robert "Dirk" Cheatham, age 64, of Madison, Indiana, and the son of the late Robert "Buck" and Nancy Lou (Slider) Cheatham, was born on January 20, 1955, in Madison. He graduated from Madison High School and attended Indiana University. He was united in marriage to the former Nancy LaVerne Jester on March 24, 2000 in Carrollton, Kentucky.

He was the owner and operator of A-1 Heating and Air for over forty years and was a 45-year member of the Western Fire Company #3. He was also a member of the Madison Elk's Lodge and the Sons of the American Legion. He loved animals, especially his dog, Charlie. He was an avid sports fan, primarily enjoying the Indiana University Hoosiers, Cincinnati Reds, and the hydroplane races during the Madison Regatta. He loved to sit and talk about old times and enjoyed vacationing in Florida. Mr. Cheatham passed away Friday, November 15, 2019 at the King's Daughters' Hospital in Madison.

His life will be cherished by his wife Nancy of 19 years of Madison; his sister: Lisa Liter and her husband, Montane, of Madison; his brothers: Michael Cheatham and Kevin Cheatham and his wife, Carla, both of Madison; his step-daughters: Cheryl Hacker of Madison and Kim Ralston and her husband, Duane, of Lexington, Indiana; his step-son, Shane Kuppler and his spouse, Michael, of St. Petersburg, Florida; five step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Steven Wayne Cheatham.

Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 W. Main Street, Downtown Madison, with the Western Fire Company #3 memorial service to be included.

Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel from 4:00 PM until time of service on Wednesday.

The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Western Fire Company #3, Madison. Contributions may be made at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes or below.

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Joan Woodcox Short - August 02, 1940 - June 09, 2019

Departed: 06/09/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Joan Woodcox Short, age 78, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at Thornton Terrace Health Campus in Hanover, Indiana. Born August 2, 1940 in Caneyville, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Albert and Claudia (Durbin) Woodcox. She owned and operated D & J Furniture and Lodging in Madison. On April 11, 1988, she was united in marriage to Dusty Short. She was a published writer, created stained glass, enjoyed music and played the Dulcimer, and loved to spend time with friends and family-especially her grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Dusty Short; her sons and daughters-in-law: Tony and Barbara Fulton, Chris and Stephanie Fulton, and Tim and Kristi Fulton, all of Madison; her sister, Alberta Bryant of Ormond Beach, Florida; her brother, Jerry Woodcox of Louisville, Kentucky; her grandchildren: Josh, Jeremy, Jacob, Ryan and Chadrick Fulton, Lynsy Monroe, and Alyssa Duncan; and many great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters: Betty Straub, Brenda Meldrum, and Regina Woodcox. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM Friday, June 14, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Madison. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, June 14, 2019. The family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Joseph Children's Home. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations.

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Bonnie L Hopper - March 22, 1949 - June 06, 2019

Departed: 06/06/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie L. Hopper, age 70, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at King's Daughters' Hospital. Born March 22, 1949 in Madison, she was the daughter of Alvin Durlin Harrison and Pauline Juanita (Farrell) Harrison-Brandon. Mrs. Hopper was a 1967 graduate of Madison Consolidated High School. She retired after fifteen years of service as a patrol inspector for Madison Precision Products, Inc. She formerly worked for the Kawneer Company of Carrollton, Kentucky, the former Rogers Drug Store and U.S. Shoe, both in Madison, and owned Bonnie's Ceramics and Gifts for many years. On February 14, 1981, she was united in marriage to Gary L. Hopper in Madison. Mrs. Hopper was a member of First Baptist Church, and a former member of the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed reading, puzzles, shopping, cooking and baking for others, helping people, swinging in her yard swing, the Christmas season and her family. She will be sadly missed by her husband; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Michele Hopper of Hanover, Indiana; three daughters: Julie Davidson and her companion, Drew Roberts of Indianapolis, Indiana, Teresa Watterson and her husband, Andy of Madison, and Sonia Rhye of Beaver Dam, Kentucky; one half-sister, Amanda Garbrough and her husband, David of Charlestown, Indiana; three grandchildren: Kaylee Serna of Garden Grove, California, and Allison Blankenship and McKensie Rhye, both of Beaver Dam; two great grandchildren: Genesis Frisque of Garden Grove and Gunner Cash of Beaver Dam; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Judy Thornton; one brother, Kenny Harrison; and one son-in-law, Anthony Rhye. Reverend Randy Crutchfield will conduct funeral services at 3:00 PM Sunday, June 9, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Downtown Madison, with interment to follow in Grandview Memorial Gardens. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Sunday. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations.

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Doris J. Humphreys - October 11, 1924 - June 03, 2019

Departed: 06/03/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Doris J. Humphreys, age 94, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at Hickory Creek at Madison. Born October 11, 1924 in Madison, she was the daughter of Clarence and Florence (Santschi) Duke. On December 8, 1945, she was united in marriage to James W. "Woody" Humphreys. She was a homemaker, and formerly managed the concession stand at Crystal Beach for Eva and Bob Crum. She previously worked for the former Page's Department Store and the Charlestown Ammunition Plant. Mrs. Humphreys was a member of Hanover Baptist Church and the Madison Moose Lodge. She enjoyed camping, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by two daughters: Patty Cole and her husband, Donald of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Barb Lowrance of Madison; one son, Jim Humphreys and his wife, Rhonda of Madison; nine grandchildren: Missy Holt, Tracie Richards, Tammy Vutner, Debbie Cole, Mike Humphreys, Andrew Davidson, Thomas Davidson, Ashley Rea and Meshia Moore; eighteen great grandchildren: Taylor, Chase, Trey, Peyton, Kinsley, Colton, Brierly, Stephanie, Tyler, Harlei, Keleigh, Xzavyer, Gabriel, Saphira, Christopher, Eric, Chris, Haydin, and Kahlin; and two great great grandchildren, Callen Grimes and Meadow Steward. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband on March 7, 2009; one sister, Edna Sargent; three brothers: Don Duke, Robert L. Duke, and Harold Duke; and one son-in-law, Harry Lowrance on April 8, 2019. Reverend Frank McGee will conduct funeral services at 1:00 PM Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison, with interment to follow in Hebron Cemetery. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday, June 8, 2019.

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Dean Alan Monroe - June 08, 1964 - May 28, 2019

Departed: 05/28/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Dean Alan Monroe, age 54, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at his residence in Madison. Born June 8, 1964, in Batesville, Indiana, he was the son of Robert E. "Bob" and Sherry (Block) Monroe. Dean was a 1983 graduate of Madison Consolidated High School. Over the years, he had worked at several businesses including Chandler Chevrolet and most recently, North Vernon Industry Corporation Cullman Casting. At times, his family would attend First Baptist Church in Madison. He was an avid Cincinnati Bengals fan and enjoyed fishing, watching NASCAR, and spending time with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by his parents, Bob and Sherry Monroe of Madison; his wife, Jennifer Monroe; his children: McKenzie, Nathan, Destiny, Robert Alan, Junior, and Jackson; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Louis Block and Jean Block, and his paternal grandparents, Bob and Norine Monroe. Pastor Robby King will conduct funeral services at 2:00 PM Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop, with interment to follow in Grandview Memorial Gardens. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Sunday, June 2, 2019. The family requests memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations.

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Robert "Bob" Adams - Unknown - May 14, 2019

Departed: 05/14/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Robert "Bob" Adams, age 70, of , passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Norton Hospital Brownsboro in Louisville, Kentucky. Funeral arrangements and additional information are pending while the family finalizes arrangements. Please continue to check this website for updated information. Thank you.

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Chris Mattern - April 05, 1981 - May 04, 2019

Departed: 05/04/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Chris Mattern, age 38, of Milton, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 in Madison, Indiana. Born April 5, 1981 in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of William Henry and Rosemary Claire (Kramp) Mattern. He graduated from Highland Park, Illinois High School in 1999 and from the Kelly School of Business at Indiana University. Chris was the second shift plant manager at Madison Precision Products. He was raised catholic and was a certified trainer in The Zero Suicide Initiative, which is a part of the Healthy Communities Initiative at the KDH Foundation. He was also a member of the Rotary Club, where he worked with the "I Like Me" book program. He loved playing guitar, was a fan of the Ramones, collected vinyl records of his favorite bands and enjoyed writing. He was also an avid Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs fan. He will be sadly missed by his sister, Kelly Mattern of Milton; his nephew, Billy Mattern and his girlfriend, Brandie of Louisville, Kentucky; his niece, Payton Mattern of Milton; his great niece, Kaylee Rose Mattern; his dog, Dixie and cat, Joey Ramone. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM Friday, May 10, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, on Madison's Hilltop. Friends and family may call at the funeral home from 4 PM to 7 PM, Friday, May 10, 2019. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Chris Mattern Memorial Fund, C/O Lytle Welty Funeral Homes. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Friday May 10, 2019 4:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Friday May 10, 2019 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Reception Location: The Electriic Lady Address: 202 East Main Street MADISON, IN 47250

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Carolyn Sue Gibson - January 15, 1943 - May 04, 2019

Departed: 05/04/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Carolyn Sue Gibson, age 76, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at The Waters of Clifty Falls in Madison. Born January 15, 1943 in Scott County, Indiana, she was the daughter of William R. "Billy Bob" and Wilma Jean (Means) Conover. She worked eleven years as a nursing assistant at Westminster in Clarksville, Indiana and at earlier at Grote. She will be sadly missed by her daughters: Pamela Luckett Sutter and her husband, Mark of Hanover, Indiana and Jama Sue Gibson and her spouse, Chasity of Louisville, Kentucky; her brothers: Lloyd "Johnny" Conover and his wife, Debbie and Michael Conover and his wife, Vicki, all of Lexington, Indiana; her sister, Janice Spillman and her companion, Dale Cope of Madison; her step daughters: Sheila Gibson of Hanover, Julienne Gibson of Madison, Laura Sadler of Madison and Stephanie Gallahar of New Albany; two grandchildren: Brittany Luckett and Jessica Short; and three great-grandchildren: Liliana Short, Braelyn Burris, and Isabella Luckett. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Jeffrey Luckett; one sister, Donna Jean Hash; one granddaughter, Courtney Short; an aunt, Eva Clark; and granddog, Tia. Reverend Aaron Fluke will conduct funeral services at 7:00 PM Friday, May 10, 2019 at New Bethel Church, 9248 West New Bethel Road, Lexington, Indiana. Friends and family may call at the New Bethel Church from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, May 10, 2019. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Colon Cancer Foundation. Contributions may be made at the church or any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Friday May 10, 2019 5:00pm - 7:00pm Location: New Bethel Church Address: 9248 W. New Bethel Road Lexington, IN 47138 Service When: Friday May 10, 2019 7:00pm Location: New Bethel Church Address: 9248 W. New Bethel Road Lexington, IN 47138 Reception Location: New Bethel Church Address: 9248 West New Bethel Road LEXINGTON, IN 47138

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Mickie Edwards - August 21, 1943 - April 29, 2019

Departed: 04/29/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Mickie Louise "Mousey" Edwards, age 75, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2019 at The Waters of Clifty Falls in Madison. Born August 21, 1943 in Madison, she was the daughter of Ellis and Ella (Cull) Robertson. Mrs. Edwards formerly owned and operated Miss Mickie's Pub in Downtown Madison, and was formerly employed at a coin operated laundromat, IVY Tech Community College and the Waters of Clifty Falls. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, loved Mickey Mouse, angels, and her Teacup Chihuahua, Lucas. She will be sadly missed by one sister, Peggy Edwards of Milton, Kentucky; one brother, Butch Smith of Hanover, Indiana; her step-children: Keith Johnson of Carrollton, Kentucky, Janette "Sissy" Jones and her husband, Tim of Eminence, Kentucky, and Bumper Johnson Jr. and his wife, Candy of Brooksburg, Indiana; five grandchildren: Katherine "Kathy" Edgington and her husband, Charles of Hanover, Robert "Bobby" Tingle, Jr. and his wife, Ashley of Hanover, Casey Chadwell and his wife, Jenny of Carrollton, Alaina Duncil and her husband, Christian of Madison, and Tausha Thomas of Madison; and sixteen great grandchildren: Coragen, Josef, Violet, Lindsey, Logan, Miley, Gabe, Kadence, KimberLee, Jeremy, Bryson, Micah, Blake, Quinton, Alexis and Madison; and one great great-grandchild, Luna Mai. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Kimberly Gay Maddox; two sons: Gary Ray Maddox and Robert Rand Tingle, Sr.; one sister, Mary Harsin; one brother, James Edwards; and her former husband, Bumper Johnson Sr. Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Downtown Madison. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2019. Interment will be in Moffett Cemetery, Milton, Kentucky at a later date. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Mickie Edwards Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Thursday May 2, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Thursday May 2, 2019 6:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Moffett Cemetery Address: Moffett Cemetery Road MILTON, KY 40045

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William Dennis "Fergie" Ferguson - November 06, 1949 - April 28, 2019

Departed: 04/28/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: William "Fergie" Dennis Ferguson, age 69, of Milton, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at his residence in Milton. Born November 6, 1949 in Bridgeport, Illinois, he was the son of William Oliver Ferguson and Captolia Mary (Craig) Ferguson. On February 17, 1973, he was united in marriage to Docie C. Freeman. He retired in 2009 as a welder for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 440 of Indianapolis, Indiana, where he moved from Terre Haute Local 157. He served in the United States Navy and was a Kentucky Colonel. He enjoyed woodworking, riding his Harley Ultra Classic, and loved his boxer, Gus. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Docie of Milton; his daughter, Lori Baird and her husband, Kevin of Milton; his sons: Steve Ferguson and his wife, Vicki, and Aaron Ferguson, both of Gainesville, Florida; his sister, Sue Trosper of Marietta, Oklahoma; his aunts, Kate Dale of Bridgeport, Illinois, Maxine Rodgers of Robinson, Illinois; two grandchildren: Jakob Ferguson and Jaiden Baird; and one great-grandson, Lucas Fremin; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Oliver Ferguson and Captolia Mary Hill. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, May 3, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop, with interment to follow in the Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, May 2, 2019, and from 12:00 PM until the time of service on Friday. The United States Navy and Major Samuel Woodfill Post #9, American Legion Honor Guard will conduct military honors. Service Details. Visitation When: Thursday May 2, 2019 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Friday May 3, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Friday May 3, 2019 1:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery Address: 1415 N. Gate Road MADISON, IN 47250

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Doris L. Hubbs - January 14, 1924 - April 24, 2019

Departed: 04/24/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Doris Lee Hubbs, age 95, of Hanover, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at Hanover Health and Rehab in Hanover. Born January 14, 1924 in Huntington, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Audley and Letha (Harless) Hensley. On February 23, 1943, she was united in marriage to Harry B. Hubbs in Rockhold, Kentucky. Mrs. Hubbs moved to Madison in 1951. She was a nurse for the King's Daughters' Hospital and retired after many years from the Madison State Hospital. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Madison, the Madison-Jefferson County Senior Citizens, and Red Hat Society. She was also a long time member and volunteer at RSVP in Madison, and a member of numerous doll and quilting clubs. She was an avid quilter, doll maker and seamstress, and enjoyed crocheting hats for newborns for the King's Daughters' Hospital with the Senior Citizens. Her retirement years were spent enjoying her family, traveling, and volunteering for the many organizations she loved. She will be sadly missed by one son and daughter-in-law: Larry and Lorie Hubbs of Dubois, Indiana; two daughters: Nadja Keech and her husband, Mark of Hanover, and Debbie Powell Flower Mound, Texas; seven grandchildren: Jeff Knox and his wife, Cherri of Madison, Leann McCrady of Lexington, Indiana, Elizabeth Walter and her husband, Tim of Mason, Ohio, Allison Layton of Sandy, Utah, Jay Powell of Denton, Texas, Christina Hoppenjans and her husband, John of Ferdinand, Indiana, and Matthew McGee, Dubois; twelve great-grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in February 1998; three brothers: Richard Hensley, Harold Hensley and Wink Hensley; two sisters: Ann Ubri and Dorthy Wilson; one grandson, Kevin Knox; and one great granddaughter, Katelyn Bruner. Reverend Mike Hamby will conduct graveside services at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Grandview Memorial Gardens, Madison, with interment to follow. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM Saturday, April 27, 2019. Service Details. Visitation When: Saturday April 27, 2019 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Saturday April 27, 2019 11:00am Location: Grandview Memorial Gardens Address: 9306 US 421 N MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Grandview Memorial Gardens Address: 9306 US 421 N MADISON, IN 47250

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Carole Sloan - February 27, 1939 - April 22, 2019

Departed: 04/22/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Carole Yater Sloan, 80, of Madison, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019, at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on February 27, 1939, in Madison, she was the daughter of Melvin James and Martha Madge (Oldaker) Yater. In 1957 Carole graduated from Madison High School, where she was Custer Oratorical Contest winner, class officer, and a member of the band, Girls' Athletic Association, Sunshine Club, and the Honor Society. Carole was an active member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority at Hanover College from which she graduated in 1961. She received her master's degree in elementary education from Indiana University Southeast in 1971. Carole began her teaching career in Martinsville, Indiana, before returning to Madison where she taught at E.O. Muncie. She then stayed home with her children for several years before working at the optometry office of her husband, David. Returning to education she taught for 20 years at Southwestern Elementary in Hanover. As a child, Carole attended Trinity United Methodist and Madison Presbyterian churches. Later she became a member of Christ Episcopal Church where she was an involved parishioner, serving on the Vestry and Altar Guild. In 1974 Carole and her husband, David, went on a Volunteer Optometrist in Service to Humanity mission trip to Haiti to provide examinations and glasses. Together they also participated in the Madison Ulster Project, and traveled to Ireland in 2005 to attend its international conference. Carole was involved in several other community organizations including Hanover Chapter 525 of the Order of the Eastern Star, Tri Kappa Women's Sorority, Indiana Teachers' Association, Indiana Retired Teachers' Association, and Historic Madison Inc. She was active in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts as a leader. She served as a docent for Historic Madison, Inc. Carole was a kind and compassionate woman with a sweet spirit, who loved spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted daughter, mother, and grandmother. She was her children's biggest cheerleader. She was also host mother to six exchange students from four countries: Horacio, Johanna, Sandra, Sara, Rocio, and Jan. She was an avid reader, card player, theater lover, world traveler, IU basketball fan, and lover of fine wine. Carole will be missed by her children: Sheila Butler and her husband, Prince, of Bloomington, Indiana, and their children, Nate, Cameron, and Ryan; Eric Prime and his wife, Karla, of Bargersville, Indiana, and their children, Andrew, Alden, and Alec; Shannon Dattilo and her husband, Daniel, of Madison, Indiana, and their children, Devin, Adrianna, and Brycen; Shelli Anderson and her husband, Mark, of Bargersville, Indiana, and their children, Gavin, Samuel, and Sydney; and her "sister" cousin, Sarah Jane Green and her husband, Gene, of Hanover, Indiana; several other cousins, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Dr. David Weeks Sloan in 2013, and her parents, Melvin James Yater in 1958, and Martha Madge Yater in 1997. The Reverend Evelyn Wheeler will conduct funeral services at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Christ Episcopal Church, 506 Mulberry Street, Madison. Inurnment will follow immediately afterward at the church columbarium. Friends and family may visit at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, May 17, 2019. The Hanover Chapter 525 of the Order of the Eastern Star will honor Carole with a special ceremony at 6:45 PM. The family requests gifts to honor Carole's memory be made to Jefferson County Public Library or The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. Service Details. Visitation When: Friday May 17, 2019 4:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Saturday May 18, 2019 2:00pm Location: Christ Episcopal Church Address: 506 Mulberry Street Madison, IN

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Linda Susan Massie - March 26, 1951 - April 22, 2019

Departed: 04/22/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Linda Susan Massie, age 68, of North Vernon, Indiana, formerly of Madison, Indiana passed away on Monday, April 22, 2019 at Lake Pointe Village in Scottsburg, Indiana. Born March 26, 1951 in Madison, she was the daughter of Charles Samuel and Charlotte Wanda Sue (Bear) Hyden. On January 18, 1971, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Eugene Massie. Mrs. Massie began her career as a certified nursing assistant at the Hanover Nursing Center and later provided in home care. She also worked at the U.S. Shoe Factory and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Legion and she enjoyed watching TV, computer games, and taking care of her chihuahuas, Buddy and Duke. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Kenneth of North Vernon; her daughters: Tina Fergison and her husband, George, of North Vernon, Tammy Lewis and her husband, Donnie Sr., of Austin, Indiana, and Jennifer Massie and her companion, Julie Sebree of North Vernon; her mother and step-father, Charlotte and Freddie Carlisle; her sister: Brenda Charline Adams of Deputy, Indiana; her brother: Donnie Hyden of Splinter Ridge, Indiana; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and one great grandchild who is expected to arrive in September of 2019. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles; her brothers: Charles Hyden, David Hyden, and Garmen Carlisle; her sister: Norma Carlisle; and two granddaughters: Chelsea Breeden and Amanda Hendrix. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 AM Friday, April 26, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop, with interment to follow in Grandview Memorial Gardens. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, April 25, 2019, and from 9:00 AM until the time of service on Friday. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Linda Massie Memorial Fund. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Thursday April 25, 2019 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Friday April 26, 2019 9:00am - 10:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Friday April 26, 2019 10:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Grandview Memorial Gardens Address: 9306 US 421 N MADISON, IN 47250

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Cynthia Ann Johnson-Miner - September 11, 1952 - April 21, 2019

Departed: 04/21/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Cynthia Ann Johnson-Miner, age 66, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at her residence in Madison. Born September 11, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of Harold C. and Eleanor C. (Gent) Johnson. On August 11, 1995, she was united in marriage to Steven D. Miner in Wheaton, Illinois. Steve and Cynthia lived in Addison, Illinois where she was the Assistant Director of Transportation at the Naperville School District 203 for eight years. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Marklund Hyde Center and was a member of Willow Creek Church in Wheaton. In 2012, they moved to Madison where they became partners at North Madison Christian Church and have really enjoyed spending time with their "Madison friends." She also enjoyed fishing, reading, looking at model homes and spending time with her grandbabies. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Steve of Madison; her sons: Adam Ristich and his wife, Kim of Villa Park, Illinois and James Michael Fabian and his wife, Susan, of Round Lake, Illinois; her sister, Roberta Misturak of Grays Lake, Illinois; her brother, Lawrence Johnson of Sun City Center, Florida; three grandchildren: Jack Norman Ristich, Charlie Mae Ristich, and Ava Koenig; one nephew, John, and two nieces, Amy and Robin. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Robert "Robbie" Ristich who passed away this past September. No formal services are planned at this time. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Marklund Hyde Center. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations.

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Tammie Sue Riddell - January 13, 1960 - April 19, 2019

Departed: 04/19/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Tammie Sue Riddell, age 59, of Milton, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Born January 13, 1960 in Madison, Indiana, she was the daughter of Thomas Christopher, Jr. and Betty Jean (Smith) Eden. She was a painter and a convenient store manager. She enjoyed swimming, flowers, yards sales and decorating. She will be sadly missed by six sisters: Wanda Smith and her husband, Ozzie of Madison, Rose Stogner and her husband, Ed of Mississippi, Viola Stucker of Madison, Charla Bear and her husband, Jeff of Kentucky, Penny Eden of Lexington, Kentucky, and Leta Taylor and her husband, Mark of Madison; two brothers: Teddy Eden and his wife, Charlene of Madison, and Donnie Brinson and his wife, Carola o Pleasant, Indiana; the love of her life, Bobby Wilson; her longtime companion, Charley Smith; her pet companion, Nugget; two grandsons: Israel Lee Madden and Tommy Wynn, Jr. both of Madison; and granddaughter Cheyenne Wynn of Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Randal Riddell; and one daughter, Shawta Garvey; one sister, Laura Eden Segrest; and three brothers: Tony Eden, David Stucker and Roger Stucker. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Madison. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday. Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements. Service Details. Visitation When: Tuesday April 23, 2019 4:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Tuesday April 23, 2019 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250

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James "Boonie" Boone - June 09, 1929 - April 17, 2019

Departed: 04/17/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Our beloved father James Robert Boone (Boonie) passed away peacefully on April 17, 2019 with his wife of 63 years Rita Kelly Boone, his children and Fr. Chris, from Prince of Peace at his bedside. He was at born at home on June 9, 1929 in New Haven, KY to Emmett and Mary Lottie Boone. He is one of seven children who were raised and worked on the farm in Big Lick Holler, KY. Boonie served in the U S Army in Germany from 1953 to 1955. After receiving a Dear John letter he returned home and spent a month sweet-talking his beloved Rita into agreeing to marry him. They married October 29, 1955 six months after his return. The young couple set up house in Bardstown, KY and he worked at Barton's Whiskey Distillery. In 1957 he and his wife decided to move to Madison where he took a leap of faith and started Boonies Blue Flame Gas Business, faithfully delivering heating fuel all over the region, at all times of day and night, in all types of weather for twenty three years. In 1963 he added the water filtration service to his business better known as Boonies Water Company. He had the foresight to see the need for quality water and how it could improve lives. He established an exclusive relationship with Hague Quality Water Equipment and proceeded to simultaneously win over the hearts of thousand of residential customers and winning too many salesmanship and quality workmanship awards to mention. He was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, the National Water Quality Association and Indiana Quality Association. He was requested by Hague to be the sales representative for the states of IN, KY and TN. He was also a Water Quality Association Certified Dealership. The company has been handed over to his son Joe and is still in operation today. Boonie was an active member of the community with years of involvement with the Catholic Schools and Church of Madison. Boonie was a member of The Knights of Columbus, the American Legion, Moose Lodge and the old Madison Country Club. He had a special interest of the Elks Lodge which awarded him the special honor of the Kentucky Colonel for his lifetime of service and generosity. Things that Boonie Enjoyed: Boonie was a social man enjoying his Faith, Family and Friends in which he was true to until the end. The weekends were occupied with long horseback rides on his favorite horse Little Bit (sometimes known as "you S.O.B."). He loved going to the Tennessee Walking Horse shows with Louis Kelly, Troy Bailey and his youngest son Todd; enjoying the horses, the barn, the camaraderie and the showmanship. He loved his garden and he loved watching people work in his garden in his later years as he sat in the shade and took a nap. For years he enjoyed floating the river on a pontoon boat with a vodka tonic, good music and friends while watching a beautiful sunset. One of his favorite places to visit was their cabin over in KY. Boonie and his wife Rita entertained family and friends and more raccoons than they wanted!!!!! A Loving Family Boonie will be missed by his loving wife Rita Kelly Boone (Ree Ree), and his children; son Joe and his wife Nadja Boone (Madison, IN), daughter Linda and husband Bob Huber (Cincinnati, OH), daughter Collista and husband Blaine Krebs (Spokane, WA), son Todd and wife Mary Beth Boone (Madison, IN), his beloved son Bob Kelly passed in January 2018. His grandchildren; James Boone, Clinton Huber, Thomas Boone, Chase Huber, Sam Boone, Ramzy Bejjani, Connor Boone, Raja Bejjani, Riley Boone. His great grandchildren: Lily Boone, Pyper Stone, Mila Huber, Mackenzie Huber, Taylor Huber and Piper Huber. His sisters; Ann Hagan (New Haven, KY), Charlotte Blair (Austin, TX), Amanda Battcher (Louisville, KY) and many beloved nieces and nephews. The Reverend Chris Craig will celebrate The Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 PM Friday, April 26, 2019 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, with interment to follow in Saint Patrick's Cemetery. Friends and family may call at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Downtown Madison from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday, April 25, 2019 and from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Friday. Elk's Lodge #524 services will be at 7:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Volunteers of America or Shawe and Pope John Schools. Service Details. Visitation When: Thursday April 25, 2019 4:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Friday April 26, 2019 11:30am - 1:30pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel Address: 423 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Friday April 26, 2019 2:00pm Location: Prince of Peace Catholic Church Address: 413 East Second Street Madison, IN 47250 Interment Location: St. Patricks Cemetery Address: 202 State Street MADISON, IN 47250 Reception Location: Madison Elks Lodge #524 Address: 1251 West Main Street MADISON, IN 47250

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Louis R. "Donnie" Singer - March 21, 1947 - April 17, 2019

Departed: 04/17/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Louis R. "Donnie" Singer, age 72, of Madison, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at the King's Daughters' Hospital. Born March 21, 1947 in Pineville, Kentucky, he was the son of LeRoy and Pauline (Asher) Singer. On September 12, 1967, Mr. Singer was united in marriage to Vicki Lynn Madden in Middlesboro, Kentucky. He worked in the maintenance department of Grote Industries for thirty-seven years. When he was fourteen years old, he worked in the mill at the Kent Feed Store and enjoyed farming for most of his life. He enjoyed camping, blacksmithing, and watching Bonanza and Gunsmoke on TV. He will be sadly missed by his wife; one son, Brian Singer of Kent; one grandson, Brandon Singer; his "grand-dog" Tyson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Shirley Cutshall and Kathy Bower; and one brother, Danny Singer. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday, April 22, 2019 at Grandview Memorial Gardens, with interment to follow. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison, is in charge of the arrangements. Service Details. Service When: Monday April 22, 2019 11:00am Location: Grandview Memorial Gardens Address: 9306 US 421 N MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Grandview Memorial Gardens Address: 9306 US 421 N MADISON, IN 47250

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Linda Kay Kessler - June 23, 1941 - April 13, 2019

Departed: 04/13/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Linda Kay Kessler, age 77, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at her residence. Born June 23, 1941 in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of Wallace and Mildred (Martin) Brown. Mrs. Kessler retired from Reliance Electric after many years. She was united in marriage to Paul Kessler. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, traveling, old family photo albums and telling many stories about her family's history. She will be sadly missed by her sons: Darren Anderson and Shane Anderson, both of Madison; two grandchildren: Erik Anderson and Rachel Anderson, both of Madison; and one great granddaughter, Nora May of Madison. She was preceded in death by her husband on November 24, 2007, and her parents. Private interment in Hebron Cemetery will be held at a later date. Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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Harry L. Lowrance - January 18, 1947 - April 08, 2019

Departed: 04/08/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Harry L. Lowrance, age 72, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 at his residence. Born January 18, 1947 in Madison, he was the son of Harold S. and Mary Katherine (Taylor) Lowrance. His working career started at Steinhardt Hanson and continued at Kentucky Utilities in the maintenance department, where he retired in 2001 after 28 years of service. Since 2004, he had been working at IKT Trucking as a dump truck operator. On September 1, 1967, he was united in marriage to Barbara J. Humphreys in Madison. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Madison and was an avid fan of racing, including boats, motorcycles, and cars. He loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and owned a couple of his own. He especially enjoyed poker night with his buddies and visiting Belterra. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Barbara Lowrance of Madison; his daughters: Missy Holt and her husband, Rob, and Tracie Lowrance-Richards and her husband, Todd, both of Madison; his sister: Sharon Dupont and her husband, Larry of Jacksonville, Florida; four grandchildren: Trey Holt, Peyton Holt, Taylor Rowlett and Chase Rowlett; several nieces and nephews; Gina Center and Kevin Wisman; his sister-in-law: Patty Cole and her husband, Donald; and his brother-in-law: Jimmy Humphreys and his wife, Rhonda. He was preceded in death by his parents. Reverend Frank McGee will conduct funeral services at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop, with interment to follow in Hebron Cemetery. Friends and family may call at the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, April 12, 2019, and from 10:00 AM until the time of service on Saturday. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Jefferson County Youth Shelter. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Friday April 12, 2019 3:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Saturday April 13, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Saturday April 13, 2019 11:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250

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Dorothy Louise "Mama Doofy" Graves - May 23, 1931 - April 03, 2019

Departed: 04/03/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Louise "Mama Doofy" Graves, age 87, of Milton, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at Hosparus Health Inpatient Care in Louisville, Kentucky. Born May 23, 1931 in Nabb, Indiana, she was the daughter of Gail Botts and Pansy Bernice (McCreary) Stackhouse. On May 9, 1947, she was united in marriage to Oma Odell Graves in the home of Judge Ward in Milton. Since the young age of fifteen, Mrs. Graves always worked on the farm, cleaned houses, and was a supportive wife and mother to her family. She was baptized at Middlefork Christian Church but attended Milton United Methodist Church for over thirty years. Later in life, she attended Salvation Army Church in Madison, Indiana. She enjoyed traveling, reading, sewing, crossword puzzles, making quilts, gardening, canning, and spending time with family and friends. She will be sadly missed by one son, Larry Graves and his wife, Angela of Milton; three daughters: Linda Surratt and her husband, Lonnie of Milton, Susie Napier and her husband, Terry of Sevierville, Tennessee, and Karen Evans of Milton; one sister, Catherine Shepherd and her husband, Bill of Lexington, Indiana; two brothers: Robert Stackhouse and his wife, Marcella and David Stackhouse and his wife, Betty, all of Dupont, Indiana; her grandchildren: Shannon Hoskins and her husband, Jim, Shane Surratt and his wife, Stephanie, Anissa Kirchoff and her husband, Tim, Melissa Jamiel, and Crystal Chandler and her husband, Tony; her great-grandchildren: Casi Oakley and her husband, Chris, Chris Hoskins, Destinee Surratt, Tyler Surratt, Dakota Surratt, Dylan Chandler, Madisyn Chandler, Ashley Jamiel, Jacob Kirchoff, Mckayla Kirchoff, and Caden Kirchoff; her great-great-grandchild, Lexi Monroe; ten nieces; six nephews; several great nieces and nephews; her longtime companion dog, Penny, her dog, Luckie, and her cats, Princess and Tiger. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in August 1986; four sisters: Margaret Stackhouse, Leona Bellamy, Mary Ann Garrett and Shirley Mills; one brother, Donald Stackhouse; one grandchild, John Michael Sanders; and one great grandchild, Caleb Kirchoff. Reverend Mike McArter, Lt. Vinal Lee, and Capt. Brenna Lee will conduct funeral services at 11:00 AM Friday, April 12, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison's Hilltop, with interment to follow in Moffett Cemetery, Milton. Friends and family may call from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday, April 11 and from 9:00 AM until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Salvation Army in Madison. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Service Details. Visitation When: Thursday April 11, 2019 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Friday April 12, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Friday April 12, 2019 11:00am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Moffett Cemetery Address: Moffett Cemetery Road MILTON, KY 40045 Reception Location: North Madison Christian Church Address: 1400 E. State Road 62 MADISON, IN 47250

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Victor Bongard Jr. - October 27, 1939 - March 30, 2019

Departed: 03/30/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Victor Bongard, Jr., 79, Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey (October 27, 1939-March 30, 2019). Born in Bishop, California on October 27, 1939, son of Marguerite (nee Olson) and Victor Bongard, Sr. He had three sisters, Barbara Rogers, now living in North Carolina, Phyllis Pfranger (deceased) and Victoria Dobson (deceased), passed away on March 30, 2019. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Sharon Gercken Bongard, his sons Victor Bongard III (Emily Austin) and Eric William Bongard, his daughter Alexandra Bongard Stremler and her husband Alexander Stremler. He is also survived by his much loved grandchildren Victoria, Mattias, William, Christian and Griffin and many nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors, family and friends. Victor was known for his good nature. Victor will be remembered for his kindness, his caring and his lovely smile. Victor graduated from Westwood High School in 1956, then spent a postgraduate year at Perkiomen School. He attended Duke University where he participated in varsity track and was a member of the ΣAE fraternity. Following his time at Duke, Victor served in the U.S. Marine Corps and later earned a Masters of Business Administration degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He worked as a financial market analyst with Dun & Bradstreet for many years. After retirement, he traveled to many foreign and US destinations. Victor enjoyed spending time with his family-especially his grandchildren with whom he rarely missed a band concert, marching band event, soccer or baseball game, track meet or Boy Scout function. Victor served on the Woodcliff Lake Zoning Board for twenty- two (22) years, valued for his evenhandedness, serving both Democrats and Republicans alike. His sense of humor and his kindness brightened many lives. A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 13 at 11 a.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Woodcliff Lake. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, April 19, 2019 at Fairmount Cemetery, with interment to follow. The Honor Guard from Major Samuel Woodfill Post #9, American Legion and the United States Marine Corp will conduct military rites at the graveside. Lytle Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Main Street Chapel, 423 West Main Street, Madison, is in charge of the arrangements. Service Details. Service When: Friday April 19, 2019 1:00pm Location: Fairmount Cemetery Address: Michigan Road MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Fairmount Cemetery Address: Michigan Road Madison, IN 47250

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Benjamin B. "Ben" Taylor - January 07, 1988 - March 30, 2019

Departed: 03/30/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Benjamin (Ben) B. Taylor, age 31, of Hanover, Indiana, formerly of Columbus, passed away at 11:32 AM March 30, 2019 at his residence. He is survived by his mother, Christine Taylor, brother Tolby, wife Rachel, daughters Rylee and Jolee, and sister Brandy. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Bow Bear and his cat, Snuggles. Benjamin was born at Langley Air Force Base on January 7, 1988. He lived a life rich with education, completing NJROTC from 2002-2003 in Bloomfield, Indiana, and graduated from McDowell in 2006. He later graduated from Ivy Tech Community College, Columbus in 2017 with an Associates degree in General Studies. He was working hard to become an automotive engineer. In his spare time, he loved working on cars, and working on his two vehicles, Yoshi and Bowser. His favorite movies were the Aliens series, a passion he shared with Jolee. He met Rachel in 2016 and they were married on March 29, 2019. Benjamin was also a 14th generation America, with a pending application to the Sons of the American Revolution. Ben courageously fought Cancer for 17 months, surviving multiple treatments and surgeries. He was a strong, kind soul and will be forever loved and greatly missed by all who knew him. Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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Catherine M. Wyatt - August 13, 1930 - March 22, 2019

Departed: 03/22/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Catherine Marie Wyatt, known forever as Birdie, reached the end of her life on Friday, March 22, 2019. The oldest of four daughters, she was born on August 12, 1930 in Goshen, Kentucky, to Murrel and Mary Sanders Lyle, known as Grand Mama and Grand Daddy. Like her father, Catherine passed away from throat cancer in the spring of her eighty-eighth year. The love of her six children follow her: Shari Wilson of Madison, Gary Purvis of Seabrook, Texas, Ilea Mannering of LaGrange, Kentucky, Chris Wyatt of Louisville, Kentucky, and both Debra Conklin and Mark Wyatt whom she now joins. She will be missed by seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She has two surviving sisters, Delores Van Wye and Linda Pritchett, both of Madison. She was preceded in death by her sister Margaret Neace and grandchildren Megan Conklin and Gerald Purvis. With deep roots in Oldham County, Kentucky, she was a proud resident of Harrods Creek, Kentucky where she owned and operated an alterations shop. Her customers weren't just acquaintances but personal friends with whom she shared life's joys and challenges. Previous to opening the shop, Birdie enjoyed many years working and laughing along side friends at Cissell Manufacturing in Louisville, Kentucky. Upon retirement, she settled on a small farm near her beloved Madison, Indiana. It's here where she found peace among her antiques, fine china and many collectables while continuing to sew and socialize at the local Kroger store. Her family will remember her for her intelligence, eccentric style, determination, love of shopping, unconventional humor, flair for design, ease of conversation and appreciation of good food. She loved singing in the Prospect Baptist Church choir and playing the piano by ear. She was a sympathetic listener who never gave up on the ones she loved and always chose to see the best in them. Birdie was always the magnet people gravitated to at family reunions for her colorful stories and her genuine joy in hearing about the lives of all she met. Above all she was a survivor who made it through life with dignity and social grace. The Reverend Ferrill Davis will conduct funeral services at 10:30 AM Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison. Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday in Resthaven Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, with interment to follow. Friends and family may call at the from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, March 26 and from 9:30 to 10:30 AM Wednesday. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations. Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel, 117 Holt Drive, Madison is in charge of the arrangements. Service Details. Visitation When: Tuesday March 26, 2019 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Second Visitation When: Wednesday March 27, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Service When: Wednesday March 27, 2019 10:30am Location: Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Vail Chapel Address: 117 Holt Drive MADISON, IN 47250 Interment Location: Resthaven Memorial Cemetery Address: 4400 Bardstown Road LOUISVILLE, KY 40218

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Wilma M. Stewart - May 12, 1934 - March 09, 2019

Departed: 03/09/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Wilma M. Stewart, age 84, of Madison, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Baptist Health, Floyd Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. Born May 12, 1934 in Madison, Indiana, she was the daughter of John and Cora (Buchanan) Kidd. For thirty years, she worked as a machine operator at Grote Industries. She was a member of the Auxillary of the American Legion, Post #9 and loved playing bingo.. She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Laura Stewart of Madison; her son, William Stewart of Lexington, Indiana; her sister, Juanita Jumps of Madison; her grandchildren: Markietta Burns, Rockco Burns, Justin Klingler, Cindy Rowlett, Shawn Stewart, Billie Jo Stewart, Ruth Ann Stewart, Jennifer Stewart, Aaron Stewart, Wayne Stewart, Keith Stewart and John Stewart; and many more great grandchildren, including Felicia Rector, Allie Rector and Whitney Rector; and several great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Stewart in 1992; and her son, Allen Wayne Stewart. Services will be private. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the donors choice. Contributions may be made at any of the Lytle Welty Funeral Homes & Cremation Service locations.

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Robert J. Cline - June 17, 1926 - March 08, 2019

Departed: 03/08/2019 (Madison)

Obituary Preview: Robert J. Cline died Friday March 8, 2019. He was a native of Osgood, Indiana and a 1944 graduate of Osgood High School serving in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Following discharge from the Armed Forces, he entered Indiana University and was graduated with two degrees; and in 1999 honored by IU as a member of its Distinguished Alumni Class. He was a life member of the Indiana University Alumni Association. He joined the Indiana State Police in January of 1948 and rose to the rank of Colonel, serving each rank from Trooper to Assistant Superintendent. His Indiana State Police life covered 34 years and was his passion. Robert was a graduate of the FBI National Academy and a member of the FBI National Academy Associates for 47 years. He later served as Criminal Investigation Director for the Indiana Department of Environmental Management and Chief of the Hanover College Security Police. Robert Cline married Rita Holzer, March 18, 1948, at the Methodist Parsonage on Madison's West Main Street, The Rev. Frank Templin officiating. Their marriage lasted sixty-two and one half years before Rita's passing in November of 2010, They have one daughter, Amanda Marie. His parents Arley and Emily Cline preceded him in death, and he is survived by his daughter Amanda Ferris of Greenfield, a granddaughter Heather Guntrum of Carmel, two great grandchildren, Ethan Robert and Eva Marie Guntrum; plus sister Florence, nephew Michael Haberer, and niece Sarah Jane West, living in Texas. Robert was a life member of the National Model Railroad Association and a life-long member of the National Rifle Association. He is Past Master of the Brookville, Indiana Masonic Lodge. His retirement fervor was web master for a site titled "Madison Came Running" where he featured Historic Madison to the internet-public. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 PM,Sunday March 17 at the Madison Presbyterian Church with burial at Greendale Cemetery in Osgood, Indiana next to his wife, Rita. Robert Cline was 92. Service Details. Service When: Sunday March 17, 2019 1:30pm Location: Madison Presbyterian Church Address: 202 Broadway Street Madison, IN 47250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also providing essential information to those who need to know about the passing. They help to notify people of the funeral or memorial service details, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences to the family.

What information is typically included in an obituary?

A standard obituary usually includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, such as the date, time, location, and any charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

Who writes an obituary?

In most cases, the family of the deceased writes the obituary with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. The writer will gather information from the family and create a draft, which is then reviewed and revised by the family before publication.

How long does it take to write an obituary?

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Can anyone write an obituary?

Yes, anyone can write an obituary. However, it's often helpful to have someone with writing experience or a professional obituary writer assist with the process to ensure that the final product is well-written and accurately captures the essence of the deceased.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic details such as name, age, date of birth and death, and funeral service information. An obituary, on the other hand, provides a more detailed biography and tribute to the deceased.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper, online platform, or funeral home. Some publications may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or discounts for longer notices.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many newspapers and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the notice and provide a visual tribute to the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary for publication?

To submit an obituary for publication, you'll typically need to contact the newspaper or online platform directly and provide them with the written notice and any accompanying photos. Be sure to check their submission guidelines and deadlines in advance.

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In some cases, it may be possible to make minor corrections or updates to an obituary after it's been published. However, this is not always possible, especially if it has already been printed in a newspaper. It's essential to review the notice carefully before submission to ensure accuracy.

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The length of time that an obituary remains online varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them available indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period. It's essential to check with the publisher for their specific archiving policies.

Can I reprint an obituary at a later date?

Yes, you can usually reprint an obituary at a later date for special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays. You may need to obtain permission from the original publisher or provide proof of relation to the deceased.

What is an online obituary guestbook?

An online obituary guestbook is a virtual space where friends and family can leave condolences, share memories, and upload photos in tribute to the deceased. These guestbooks are often linked to the original obituary notice.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives like Newspapers.com or GenealogyBank.com. You can also contact local libraries or genealogical societies for assistance in finding archived newspapers or records.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to control how they're remembered and ensure that their legacy is preserved accurately. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and accomplishments.

Is it appropriate to include humor in an obituary?

Yes, incorporating humor into an obituary can be a fitting way to celebrate the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure that any humorous elements are respectful and won't offend mourners.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can be included in an obituary as a way to add depth and personalization. Choose selections that resonate with their values or personality.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you discover errors or inaccuracies in an already-published obituary, contact the publisher immediately and provide corrected information. They may be able to issue a correction or update the notice accordingly.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes, social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can be effective ways to share an obituary with a wider audience. You can post a link to the original notice or share key details along with your own personal message.

How do I preserve an online obituary for future generations?

You can preserve an online obituary by saving it as a PDF file or printing out a hard copy for safekeeping. You may also consider creating a digital archive or scrapbook dedicated to your loved one's memory.

What is the purpose of an obituary beyond informing about a death?

Beyond announcing a person's passing, an obituary serves as a celebration of their life, achievements, and relationships. It provides comfort to mourners by sharing stories and memories that help keep their legacy alive.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, you can include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary. This allows mourners to make contributions in memory of the deceased if they wish.

How do I ensure that my loved one's story is told accurately in their obituary?

To ensure accuracy, gather information from multiple sources like family members, friends, and colleagues. Verify facts whenever possible, and involve others in the writing process to capture different perspectives on your loved one's life.