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Carl Eugene Hargrove - September 04, 1928 - May 04, 2024

Departed: 05/04/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Carl Eugene "Bud" Hargrove, age 95, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on September 4, 1928 in Morristown, Indiana to Clarence A. and Rose Mae (Benifield) Hargrove. He was raised in Morristown, Indiana and was a 1941 graduate of Morristown High School. Bud was united in marriage to Betty M. Leap on December 19, 1970 at the Switzerland Baptist Church in Vevay, Indiana. Bud was a supervisor at Allison General Motors in Indianapolis, Indiana and retired after 30 years on June 1, 1981. After moving to Vevay permanently, he owned and operated Hargrove Sales and Service for many years. Bud enjoyed playing euchre and boating, but was happiest being in his garage. Bud passed away at 3:02 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana.

Bud will be missed by his wife of 53 years, Betty M. (Leap) Hargrove of Vevay, IN; his sons, Ronnie Hargrove of Madison, IN and George Hargrove of Tennessee; his step-daughter, Linda Jones of Vevay, IN; his step-son, Jerry Jewell and his wife, Robin of Rising Sun, IN; his several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and his many friends over the years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence A. and Rose Mae (Benifield) Hargrove; his step-mother, Anna Hargrove; his brothers, Denzil Hargrove and Richard Hargrove; his sisters, Evelyn Barber and Alice "Toots" Phares; his brother-in-law, Robert "Bob" Phares; his daughter, Cindy Hamilton; his son, Tom Hargrove and his grandson, John Jewell.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., by Pastor Larry Spoores at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to Vevay American Legion Post #185 or Mike J. Leap Memorial Fund (please make checks payable to CFSCI). Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Willowdean Virginia Niccum - June 05, 1927 - May 04, 2024

Departed: 05/04/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Willowdean Virginia (Kelly) Niccum, age 96, daughter of David E. Kelly and Cleta F. (Stewart) Kelly, was born on June 5, 1927 near Florence in Switzerland County, Indiana and passed away at her home in Ohio County on May 4, 2024.

Willowdean lived with her parents and brother in Ludlow, Kentucky for the first three years of her life and the rest was spent in Switzerland and Ohio Counties. She attended grade school at Quercus Grove and graduated from Patriot High School in 1944.

She was united in marriage to Ralph L. Niccum on July 31, 1946. They operated a dairy farm for many years and raised chickens and turkeys for market. Three daughters were born to them: Karen Lee, Kathy Fay, and Ruth Ann. As the girls grew, she became a 4-H leader agreeing to take over "until they found someone else" and finally after 20 years "they found someone"! She was active in PTA at the girls schools, worked on charity fund drives, and cashiered for Ray Walton, auctioneer for 20 years.

Willowdean gave her life to Christ as a teenager and worked for her Lord in many ways. She became a member of Quercus Grove Methodist Church and transferred membership to Aberdeen United Methodist Church when they moved to the farm near Aberdeen. She played the piano for services and served as treasurer for 50 years. She made over 200 little quilts for church mission projects and area nursing homes.

She enjoyed book work, was an avid reader, and enjoyed word puzzles. (Ralph said she wrote down EVERTHING. She was very organized as evidenced by writing this, her own obituary with fill in the blanks with dates and places.) She liked to bake cookies for and with the grandkids and great-grands.

As her health failed and she became frail, she was lovingly cared for at her home at her request by her daughters, grandson Andy and his wife Patty, grandson Danny, granddaughter Jo, and great-great-grandson Eli.

Willowdean is survived by her daughters, Karen Owen and her husband, Vincent of Aberdeen, Indiana and Kathy Niccum and her companion, Dave Kruse of Aberdeen, Indiana; her grandchildren, Andy McKinley and his wife, Patty, Chanda Hart and her companion, Jesse Covington, Danny Hunt and his wife, Bridget and Lauren Jo Mayer and her husband, Jason; her great-grandchildren, Joshua Turner and his companion, Bridget, Jacob Turner and his wife, Shanda, Lane Hart, Kelli Hart and her companion, Trisston Hayes, Ryan Hart, James McIntosh, Alice Mayer and Henry Mayer; her great-great-grandchildren, Eli Turner, Coltyn Turner, Lanie Fangman, Ashtyn Fangman, Dahlia Fuson, Magnolia Turner, Heidi Koerner, Trinity Moore and Emily Moore; her sister-in-law, Doris Niccum of Harrison, Ohio; her nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, David E. Kelly and Cleta F. (Stewart) Kelly; her husband, Ralph L. Niccum; her daughter, Ruth Ann Hunt; her son-in-law, Ernie Hunt; her brother, Lewis Kelly Sr. and his wife, Virginia Kelly.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., by Pastor Roger Parrott at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to Aberdeen Community Church. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Earl Ray Jackson - November 17, 1951 - May 03, 2024

Departed: 05/03/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Earl Ray Jackson, age 72, of East Enterprise, Indiana, entered this life on November 17, 1951 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was the son of the late, Leon Jackson, Sr. and Evelyn (Napier) Hamilton. Earl was raised in Pineville, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio where he attended Hughes High School. He earned his degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Cincinnati and also his Licensed Practical Nursing degree from Ivy Tech Community College in Madison, Indiana. Earl was united in marriage to Diane Lynn Hall on April 13, 1973 in Newport, Kentucky. Earl retired as an engineer from Grand Victoria Casino & Resort in Rising Sun, Indiana, after several years of service. He loved working at the casino where he made long lasting friendships with his co-workers. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and spending time with his family. Earl passed away at 12:25 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Norton King's Daughters' Hospital in Madison, Indiana.

Earl will be deeply missed by his wife of over 51 years, Diane Lynn (Hall) Jackson of East Enterprise, IN; his son, Keith Jackson and his wife, Susan of Fort Wayne, IN; his daughter, Laura Cope and her husband, Lance of Indianapolis, IN; his honorary son, Jody Hensley of Switzerland County, IN; his grandchildren, Claire Evelyn Jackson, Maddie Jackson, Lydia Cope and Jackson Cope; his honorary granddaughter, Raychel Hensley; his brothers, Benny Jackson, David Jackson, Harold "Harry" Jackson, Howard "Pete" Jackson and Bill Bingham; his sisters, Juanita Brothers, Melvina Wellbrock and Sandy Vierling and his several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leon Jackson, Sr.; his mother, Evelyn (Napier) Hamilton; his brothers, Leon Jackson, Jr. and Renfro Bishop and his sisters, Loretta "Betty" Hensley and Shelia Lynette.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., by Pastor David Jackson, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the New Liberty Cemetery in East Enterprise, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Liberty Cemetery. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Oliver Harry Lockwood - May 01, 1938 - May 01, 2024

Departed: 05/01/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Oliver Harry "Ollie" Lockwood, age 86, of Rising Sun, Indiana, entered this life on May 1, 1938 in East Enterprise, Indiana. He was born to the parents of Leland Scudder Lockwood and Nina Pauline (Smith) Lockwood Jacobs. He was raised by his grandparents, Fred and Opal (Scudder) Lockwood in East Enterprise, Indiana where he attended school. Ollie was inducted into the United States Air Force on September 1, 1955 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was transferred to the reserves on October 8, 1957 and was honorably discharged with the rank of Airman 2nd Class on August 31, 1961. In 1965, Oliver was employed as a line operator for Seagram's Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, retiring in 1995 after 30 years of service. He belonged to the Union Local #6 and was a lifetime member of the Rising Sun American Legion Post #59 and the Aurora Fraternal Order of Eagles, as well as, the Aurora Moose Lodge. Oliver enjoyed playing pull tabs, gambling horse races and going to casinos. Oliver died Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his residence.

Oliver is survived by his caregiver, Davette Glenn-Kinnett and her husband, Rick Kinnett of Lawrenceburg, IN; his daughter, Volena Lynn Wells; his son-in-law, Forest McClain of Bennington, IN; his grandchildren, James McClain and his wife, Sonja of East Enterprise, IN and Daniel McClain of Milton, KY; his half-sisters, Paula Kershner of Indianapolis, IN and Betty Reynolds and her husband, James of Carmel, IN; his half-brother, Steven Jacobs and his wife, Jan of Avon, IN, Robert Jacobs of Indianapolis, IN and Terry Jacobs and his wife, Jackie of Indianapolis, IN and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leland Scudder Lockwood; his mother, Nina Pauline (Smith) Lockwood Jacobs; his daughter, Deborah Ann McClain; his grandparents, Fred and Opal (Scudder) Lockwood; his sister, Nancy Jo Hughes; his brother, Loren P. Jacobs, Jr.; his nephew, Brandon Thomas Hughes; his step-father, Loren Paul Jacobs, Sr. and his step-mothers, Bernice B. (Sullivan) Lockwood Pike, Gladys (Walton) Lockwood Peelman, Corene (Smith) Heath Lockwood and Norma Lee (Bovard) Sherman Lockwood.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043. Interment and full military rites will follow in the New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rising Sun American Legion Post #59 Color Guard. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Colton Keith Penick - May 05, 1999 - April 22, 2024

Departed: 04/22/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Colton Keith Penick, age 24, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, formerly of Switzerland County, Indiana, entered this life on May 5, 1999 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He was the loving son of Trevis and Stacey (Wilson) Penick of Bennington, Indiana. Colton grew up in Switzerland County, Indiana and graduated with the class of 2016. In high school, Colton was known for his love and talent for swimming. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was an Honor Graduate of Squadron 324/Flight 116 on January 20, 2017. He pursued a career in teaching and health care, working and residing in the Louisville, Kentucky area. Colton will always be remembered for his enormous heart and deep devotion to the well-being of others as well as his love for animals. He was compassionate about working with both children and adults in need. Colton had a persistent soul for always striving to do more and was proud to make a difference in their lives. Colton left us much too soon, with many unanswered questions, but not without leaving his mark in so many lives. His departure comes as a great shock and deep wound that is greatly felt by his family and countless friends. We will all miss his wit and big, beautiful smile.

Colton will be deeply missed by his parents, Trevis and Stacey (Wilson) Penick of Bennington, IN; his sister, Meagan (Chase) Kilborn and her husband, Zack of Bennington, IN; his nephews, Masen and Zaiden Kilborn of Bennington, IN; his paternal-grandmother, June (O'Day) Edwards of East Enterprise, IN; his maternal-great-grandfather, Amie Peelman, Jr. of Lexington, KY; his aunt and uncle, April (Wilson) and Brian Mahoney of Vevay, IN; his great-aunts and great-uncles; his cousins, Bradley Wilson of Minot, ND and Lane Penick of Vevay, IN; his very special feline companion, Lamar and numerous friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal-grandfather, Donald Alan "Donnie" Wilson; his maternal-grandmother, Linda "Winnie" (Peelman) Wilson; his paternal-grandfather, Luther Allen "Butch" Penick, Jr.; his maternal-step-grandmother, Mary Gladys (Burnett) Peelman; his maternal-step-grandmother, Nancy (McKay) Wilson and his paternal-step-grandfather, Ronald C. "Ron" Edwards.

Private Celebration of Colton's Life will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Switzerland County Animal Shelter. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Robert Charles Slover - May 10, 1933 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Robert "Bob" Charles Slover, age 90, of Mt. Sterling, Indiana, entered this life on May 10, 1933 in Passaic, New Jersey to Charles F. and Ella E. (Keener) Slover. He was raised in northern New Jersey and graduated from Reading Senior High School, class of 1951. Bob graduated with a bachelor's of science degree in economics from Penn State University. Bob was inducted into the United States Army and was honorably discharged on November 17, 1967 with the rank of Captain Transportation Corps. Bob was united in marriage on March 24, 1956 to Ana Jane White in Middleton, Pennsylvania. This happy union was blessed with two sons. Bob and Ana shared over 68 years together until his passing. He was a former administrator for Greene Oaks Healthcare Center in Xenia, Ohio for several years. He was also employed in manufacturing management for several companies over the years. His hobbies included muzzleloading, shooting sports, photography, hunting, camping and gardening. He was also a single engine aircraft pilot. Bob was a former member of the Rotary Club, first president of Save The Valley and was past president of Madison Chamber of Commerce. He was a faithful member of the St. Peter's Lutheran Church near Bear Branch, Indiana. He formerly served on the Regatta committee and was a former auditor for Switzerland County. He greatly admired Charles Lindbergh and often spoke about his accomplishments. Bob passed away at 3:05 p.m., Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana.

Bob is survived by his wife, Ana Jane (White) Slover of Mt. Sterling, IN; his sons, Matthew T. Slover and his wife, Julie of Butler, KY and Addam P. Slover of Vevay, IN; his grandchildren, Caitlin Slover, Daniel Slover and his wife, Haley, Hannah Slover and Isaac Slover; his great-grandchildren, Claire Lou Slover and Sabrina Jo Slover and his brother-in-law, David White of Jacksonville, FL.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles F. Slover and his mother, Ella Elizabeth Slover.

Visitation Gathering will be held from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Memorial Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2024, by Pastor Mona Safley, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Peter's Lutheran Church or Heart House of Aurora, Indiana. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Virginia Lea Kelly - June 15, 1929 - April 17, 2024

Departed: 04/17/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Virginia Lea "Jinny" (Romans) Kelly, age 94, of Rising Sun, Indiana, entered this life on June 15, 1929 near Aberdeen, Indiana. She was the loving daughter of Arthur and Nellie (Chandler) Romans. As the eldest of seven children, Jinny was often called upon to assist her mother with household duties which included caring for her younger siblings which she did in a diligent and caring manner. Jinny also had the opportunity to help her father with farm chores before and after school. She attended Allensville Elementary through grade 8 before advancing to Vevay High School where she continued her education until her family moved to the town of Patriot which resulted in Jinny finishing her education at Patriot High School. On October 12, 1946, she was united in marriage to Lewis "Bud" Kelly Sr. To this union, two sons were born. In 1952, the family moved to the Kelly farm on Quercus Grove Road; where they raised corn, hay, tobacco and milked cows for many years. In the early 1960’s, Jinny drove the huckster wagon for Kelly’s Grocery Store in Aberdeen. The job was physically demanding, but she loved being able to serve the community by visiting with old and new friends along her route, as most of her route included much of Ohio and Switzerland Counties. After driving the huckster wagon for many years, Jinny changed jobs over the years. She worked at The Master Chef and Ullrich’s Drug Store before accepting a job at the plastic factory from which she retired in 1974. Jinny was an active member of the Quercus Grove Methodist Church since childhood and very much enjoyed baking bread for Communion Sundays. Jinny and Bud were longtime members of the Hoosier Modulators CB Club and the Switzerland County and Franklin County Antique Tractor Clubs which they often displayed their antique tractors. No matter what activities they shared, the most important aspect of their lives was the boys, the grandchildren, the great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. One year, Jinny and Bud put all six grandchildren they had at the time into the car and took them Christmas shopping. Everyone was amazed at how well the grandchildren behaved, but they were out with their Nanny and Papa and they would never do anything to ruin such a memorable experience. After Bud passed away in 2010, Jinny decided to sell the family farm and move to the Senior Citizens Apartments in Rising Sun. She already had many friends who resided in the building including her sister-in-law Hazel Huffner. She and Hazel enjoyed taking walks and going shopping together. She was surrounded by friends and the Hoosier Boy which enriched her already very full life. Jinny loved her family more than anything in the world. She cared for her brothers and sisters, her own boys, and she was never too busy to care for one of the grandchildren or great-grandchildren. She often said she has had a child on each hip since she was 15 but she enjoyed every minute of it. She was always ready to cook a meal if someone showed up unexpectedly and no one left hungry. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, a sister, an aunt, a friend, and she was loved by all. She will be greatly missed. Jinny passed away at 6:55 a.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at The Waters of Rising Sun in Rising Sun, Indiana.

Jinny will be missed by her sons, Lewis Kelly Jr. (Violet) of East Enterprise, IN and Rick Kelly Sr. (Kathy) of Rising Sun, IN; her grandchildren, Sheila Kelly (Paul) Fletcher, Rhonda Kelly Covington (Paul), Kristal Kelly Scott (Jason), Karoline Kelly Green (Jamie), Angel Kelly Clements (Jace), Casie Kelly Rohrback, Rickey Kelly Jr. (Ashlee), Kayla Kelly Green (Alex), Christy Duvall (Stacey) and Dustin Carfield; her great-grandchildren, Ashley, Abigail, Jakob, Amanda, Olivia, Lindsay, Michael, Alexis, Aaron, Courtney, Taylor, Kimber, Kelsea, Noah, Braxton, Koby, Maddelynn, Jessica and Derek; her great-great-grandchildren, Kaydin, Karter, Remington, Jaylee, Lucas, Payton, Ellie, Nico and Grace; her sister, Janice Meadors (Tom) of Patriot, IN; her sisters-in-law, Willowdean Kelly Niccum of Aberdeen, IN, Joyce Romans of Pelion, SC and Hazel Huffner of Rising Sun, IN and her several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Lewis "Bud" Kelly Sr.; her unborn infant son; her parents, Arthur and Nellie Romans; her brothers, Claude (Ruth) Romans, Harold Romans and Vernon Romans; her sisters, Patricia (Gene) Hunefeld and Naomi (Frank) Endres; her daughter-in-law, Debbie Kelly; her grandsons-in-law, Larry (Pup) Norfleet and Gene Siekman; her nieces, Julie Hunefeld Walton and Ruth Niccum (Ernie) Hunt; her nephews, Greg Romans, Brian Romans and Michael W. "Mike" Romans and her brother-in-law, Ralph Niccum.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 22, 2024, by Rev. Mike Jones, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Liberty Cemetery Fund or Keeping Pace Cancer Fund c/o CFSCI. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com Pallbearers: Paul Covington, Jason Scott, Jamie Green, Jace Clements, Rickey Kelly Jr., Alex Green, Stacey Duvall, Jakob Williams, Michael Scott, Aaron Lafollette Honorary Pallbearers: Braxton, Koby, Kaydin and Nico

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Judith Ann Oeffinger Cole - August 06, 1949 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Judith A. "Judy" (Burch) Oeffinger Cole, age 74, of Cross Plains, Indiana, entered this life on August 6, 1949 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter of Nathan Christopher and Dorothy I. (Beasley) Burch. She was raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and was a 1967 graduate of Robert A. Taft High School. Judy was united in marriage to William Carl "Bill" Oeffinger on September 14, 1968. This union was blessed with five children and they shared over 21 years of marriage together until his passing on March 27, 1990. Judy graduated with a nursing degree from Ivy Tech in Madison, Indiana in 1991. Judy was later united in marriage to George L. Cole on August 29, 2001 in Madison, Indiana. Judy and George shared nearly 23 years of marriage together. Judy was a former employee for the Switzerland County Life Squad for 24 years. She was later employed for The Water's of Clifty Falls in Madison, Indiana and for Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana. Judy was formerly employed at Gallatin County Nursing Home in Warsaw, Kentucky. Judy was last employed as the school nurse for Jeff-Craig Elementary School in Vevay, Indiana for five years. She was a member of St. John's Catholic Church in Osgood, Indiana. Judy was a hard worker and enjoyed her church family and gardening. She was a wonderful homemaker and loved baking. Nana's last little joy she had was spending time with her great-grandson, Cooper Keenan. Judy passed away at 7:53 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

Judy will deeply missed by her husband, George L. Cole of Cross Plains, IN; her sons, Adam Wayne Oeffinger of Jeffersonville, IN and Christopher "Chris" Carl Oeffinger (Jamie) of Indianapolis, IN; her daughter, Kimberly Sue Oeffinger-Reed (Travis) of Cross Plains, IN; her step-daughters, Lisa Ray (Paul) of Vevay, IN and Julee Sanabria (Hector) of Vevay, IN; her step-son, David Cole (Heather) of Geneva, IL; her daughters-in-law, Sarah Oeffinger and Carol Oeffinger; her grandchildren, Brenna Oeffinger (Brian), Mercedes Parham (Thomas), Sierra Hamilton (Tyler), McKayla Oeffinger, Kristina Oeffinger, Jillian Oeffinger, Caleb Oeffinger, Ariel Oeffinger, Keirstan Oeffinger, Terra Oeffinger, Leilah Oeffinger and Jenna Martin; her step-grandchildren, Grant Priest (Abigail), Lauren Cole (D'Andre), Evan Cole, Cainen Sanabria, Cole Zanabria, Eva Zanabria, Estrella Zanabria and Pierce Cole; her several great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; her sister, Nancy Nordman of Cincinnati, OH and her several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Nathan Christopher Burch; her mother, Dorothy I. (Beasley) Burch; her 1st husband, William Carl "Bill" Oeffinger; her sons, Keith Edward Oeffinger and William Paul "Bill" Oeffinger; her sisters, Laura Jean "Jeannie" Chandler and Phyllis Dean Burch; her brother-in-law, Thomas Nordman; her nieces, Dorotha Hele and Rebecca Madden and her nephew, Allen Chandler.

Visitation Gathering will be held from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the St. John's Catholic Church, 331 South Buckeye Street, Osgood, Indiana 47037.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024, by Father Binu Mathew, at the St. John's Catholic Church, 331 South Buckeye Street, Osgood, Indiana 47037.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John's Catholic Church. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Albert "Les" Leslie Reuter - October 06, 1942 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: “Farming looks mighty easy when your plow is a pencil and you’re a thousand miles from the cornfield.” - President Dwight Eisenhower

Mr. Albert Leslie “Les” Reuter, age 81 of near Pleasant, Indiana, peacefully passed away at 9:10 p.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at his residence. The son of Lester Reuter and Juanita (Trinkle) McEntire, Les grew up in northern Switzerland County and graduated from Vevay High School in 1960.

Known for his hard work, mechanical repair skills, love for International tractors and passion for horses, Les was a life-long farmer with multiple side enterprises ranging from hauling lime, roofing, bulldozing to building silos across area counties.

In 2008, the Farm Services Agency named Les Switzerland County Farmer of the Year. Les’ agricultural career primarily focused on tobacco, grain, cattle and alfalfa production. On Jan. 27, 1962, he was united in marriage to Linda Sue Brown. Twin daughters blessed this union of 54 years.

Les will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Letha Engelman and her husband John of near Pleasant, IN and Retha Parsley and her husband Larry of Carmel, IN; his grandchildren, Taylor (Johnny), Lee (Lizzie), Lauren and Hayden; his great-grandson Canaan; his sisters, Ruthie Curry and her husband Arnold of Hanover, IN and Jo Ann Gullion and her husband Butch of Mt. Sterling, IN and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Linda Sue (Brown) Reuter on March 24, 2016; his brother Lloyd T. Reuter and his sister-in-law Charlotte L. (Elston) Reuter.

Family and friends will close Les’ gates to keep the cattle in, but never the Gate of Remembrance that recalls and cherishes Les Reuter’s passion for farming, multiple skills, signature ways, friendship and love.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Grandview Memorial Gardens in Madison, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Trust for the Benefit of Hayden J. Clark, Les' grandson for special needs. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

Form secured by GivingTools online giving. In all his dealings, Les was committed to principle. Like his furrows, his life ran straight and true. He often quoted, “Facts are facts.” “Truth is truth.”

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Edith Mae Gibbs - October 18, 1933 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Edith Mae "Beadie" (Hatton) Gibbs, age 90, of Louisville, Kentucky, entered this life on October 18, 1933. She was born to Leslie E. Hatton and Hazel Louise (Ferguson) Hatton Mathews. After the death of her father, Edith was adopted by Herschel and Helen Marie (Hatton) Lowe and was raised in Switzerland County, Indiana where she helped on the family farm. Beadie graduated from Vevay High School and grew up in the Mt. Sterling Baptist Church. Beadie was united in marriage in September 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to William Edward "Eddie" Gibbs. This union was blessed with two sons Monte and Robert. Beadie was a former employee for the Vevay Grocery Store and for the 5 & Dime Store in Vevay, Indiana. She was later employed for a cafe in Louisville, Kentucky. Beadie was a member of the Beechmont Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. She was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed gardening, listening to gospel music, cooking, baking and reading. Beadie went to be with her Lord and Savior at 5:12 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at her residence in Louisville, Kentucky.

Edith will be missed by her sons, Monte G. Gibbs and his wife, Tonya of Hardinsburg, KY and Robert L. Gibbs of Louisville, KY; her grandson, Troy Gibbs of Louisville, KY; her half-sisters, Bonnie Detraz and her husband, Edsel of Sheridan, IN, Phyllis Christman of Bennington, IN, Sharon Johnson and her husband, Dave of Madison, IN, Kathy Scott of Toccoa, GA and Linda Ricketts and her husband, Larry of Edinburgh, IN; her half-brothers, Raymond "Bimbo" Mathews and his wife, Bonnie of Madison, IN, Mickey Mathews and his wife, Bev of Patriot, IN and Jim Mathews of Vevay, IN and her several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her biological father, Leslie E. Hatton, died November 20, 1934; her biological mother, Hazel Louise (Ferguson) Hatton Mathews, died November 12, 2001; her adopted father, Herschel Lowe, died October 6, 2010; her adopted mother, Helen Marie (Hatton) Lowe, died September 27, 2002; her husband, William Edward "Eddie" Gibbs, died May 28, 2011; her daughter, Michelle Gibbs, died February 6, 1978; her half-brothers, Otis Henry Mathews, died April 12, 1953 and Nelson Wayne Mathews, died November 10, 2022 and her half-sister, Wanda Sullivan, died October 28, 1982.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday, April 15, 2024, in the Rising Sun New Cemetery in Rising Sun, Indiana.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m., Monday, April 15, 2024, in the Rising Sun New Cemetery in Rising Sun, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hosparus Health of Louisville, Kentucky. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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David "Mike" Michael Bear - July 11, 1950 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. David Michael "Mike" Bear, age 73, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on July 11, 1950 in Jefferson County, Indiana. He was the son of the late Lowary Ray and Virginia Ann (Brooks) Bear. He was raised in Vevay, Indiana and was a 1968 graduate of the Vevay High School. Mike later graduated from Indiana Barber College in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike was united in marriage to Carol "Sue" Griffin on February 15, 1969 in Fairview, Indiana. He owned and operated Golden Shear Barbershop in Vevay, Indiana, from 1972-2017. Mike served on county council from 2014-2021 and also served on the Switzerland County Tourism Board. Mike also organized and managed On the River' Car Show in Vevay, Indiana, from 2006-2016. Mike was a member of the Olive Branch Baptist Church in Bear Branch, Indiana. He was an avid car enthusiast and enjoyed buying and selling cars and fishing. Mike passed away with his loving family by his side at 8:57 a.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024, at his residence.

Mike is survived by his wife, Carol "Sue" (Griffin) Bear of Vevay, IN; his daughter, Traci Earls and her husband, Clinton of Vevay, IN; his son, Mike Bear of Vevay, IN; his grandchildren, Paige Earls, Mallory Bear, Brinley Bear and Pailyn Earls; his sisters, Beverly Jones and her husband, Ronald of Lebanon, TN, Debbie Gregory and her husband, Eddie of Florence, IN and Cathy Bear and Wade Eldridge of Charlestown, IN; his brother, Gerald R. Bear of Vevay, IN; his brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jimmy and Theresa Griffin of Vevay, IN and Vicki Bear of Moorefield, IN and his several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Sue Bear, died June 8, 1975; his father, Lowary Ray Bear, died May 24, 2018; his mother, Virginia Ann (Brooks) Bear, died January 22, 2020; his brothers, Calvin Gregory Bear, died June 11, 1973 and Elbert Lynn Bear, died November 16, 2000; his sister, Sharon LeMasters, died May 7, 2023; his nephew, Clayton Gregory Bear, died January 20, 2010; his infant niece, April Lynn Griffin, died July 4, 1972 and his niece, Samantha Nicole "Sami" Griffin, died June 24, 2014.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2024, and from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., by Pastor Patrick Lanman, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Olive Branch Cemetery, Bear Branch, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olive Branch Cemetery or American Diabetes Association. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Jerry Rush Raisor - August 25, 1937 - March 25, 2024

Departed: 03/25/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Jerry Rush Raisor, age 86, of Milan, Indiana, entered this life on August 25, 1937 in Rising Sun, Indiana. He was the son of Miles Herbert and Minnie Harriette (Duncan) Raisor, both of whom preceded him in death. He was raised in Ohio County, Indiana where he attended Rising Sun High School. Jerry was united in marriage on August 24, 1957 to Donna Jean Driver in Rising Sun, Indiana. This happy union of over 66 years was blessed with four children, Melinda Sue, Michael Wayne, Michelle Marie and Melody Lynn. Jerry and Donna loved taking their children to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina every year. Jerry was employed as a semi driver for Good Speed in Aurora, Indiana, for seven years. He was later employed for Stedman's Foundry in Aurora, Indiana, for three years. Jerry also mowed the Rising Sun Golf Course for four years. He was later employed as a fork lift operator in the shipping department for Schenley Distillery, retiring in 1988, after 30 years of service. Jerry was a member of the New Liberty Baptist Church in East Enterprise, Indiana. He farmed all of his life and enjoyed golfing and mowing grass. Jerry especially loved spending time with his family and coaching several softball leagues over the years. Jerry passed away at 12:10 a.m., Monday, March 25, 2024, at the St. Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Donna Jean (Driver) Raisor of Milan, IN; his daughters, Melinda "Sue" Carfield and her husband, John of Bennington, IN, Michelle Marie Manlief and her husband, Tony of Westport, IN and Melody Lynn Cutter of Dillsboro, IN; his son, Michael Wayne Raisor and his wife, Trish of Aurora, IN; his grandchildren, Gerri Jean Covington, Jon Erik Covington, Jesse Covington, Jimmy Carfield, Jesse Carfield, Jeremy Carfield, Christina Tiano, Melisa Raisor, Misty Weiss, Craig Ridener, Megan Manlief, Katlynn Cutter and Mason Cutter and his numerous great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Miles Herbert Raisor, died July 16, 1973; his mother, Minnie Harriette (Duncan) Raisor, died July 3, 1973; his son-in-law, William Joe "Billy" Cutter, died July 13, 2023; his brothers, Miles D. Raisor, died March 26, 1985 and Phillip Lowell Raisor, died April 24, 1952 and his sisters, Corrilla Marie "Junie" Kelly, died June 29, 2022 and Martha Ann (Raisor) Knigga, died January 2, 2022.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 28, 2024, by Pastor Jay Baker, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the New Liberty Cemetery in East Enterprise, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to Mr. Jerry Rush Raisor Memorial Fund c/o Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Gordon Dean Peelman - February 23, 1934 - March 14, 2024

Departed: 03/14/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Gordon Peelman, age 90, of Lawrenceburg, Indiana, entered this life on February 23, 1934 in Vevay, Indiana. He was the son of the late Frank Edward "EP" and Mary Naomi (Fulton) Peelman. He was raised in Vevay, Indiana where he attended school. Gordon was united in marriage to Wanda Peelman and later to Barbara (Jones) Peelman. Gordon was employed for Dearborn Mills in Aurora, Indiana and for Pierson Hollowell in Greendale, Indiana. He was also a former painter and roofer in Aurora, Indiana. Gordon was a member of the Son's of the American Legion Post #231 of Aurora, Indiana. Gordon loved going on walks, fishing and playing bingo. You would never catch Gordon without a hat on and pens in his pocket. Gordon passed away at 2:01 a.m., Thursday, March 14, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, Kentucky.

Gordon is survived by his daughters, Verna Hamilton and her companion, Paul Cornett of Sunman, IN, Pam Peelman of Cincinnati, OH, Sally Stuart and her husband, Ralph of Cincinnati, OH and Peggy Mae Barrogon of Dillsboro, IN; his step-daughters, Kathy Taylor Cochran of Versailles, IN and Becky Emery and her husband, Donald of Lawrenceburg, IN; his step-sons, Donnie Taylor and his wife, Toni of Bear Branch, IN and Russell Leon Taylor of Nashville, TN; his numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; his brother, Ron Peelman of Mayesville, SC and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Edward "EP" and Mary Naomi (Fulton) Peelman; his daughters, Donna Peelman and Tina Rose Peelman; his son, Larry Wayne Peelman; his step-daughter, Ruth Ann Taylor; his step-son, Ricky Taylor; his brothers, Eugene, Bobby and Chuck Peelman and his sisters, Virginia Peelman, Betty Tomlinson, Roberta Kearney, Linda Peters, Shirley Ann Marsh and Mary Downing.

No services are being held at this time.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of the Donor's Choice. Cards are available at the funeral home.

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Richard "Dickie" Allen Knox - July 25, 1951 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Richard Allen "Dickie" Knox Sr., age 72, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on July 25, 1951 in Vevay, Indiana. He was the son of the late Willie D. and Patricia L. "Pat" (Scott) Knox. He was raised in Switzerland County and was a 1970 graduate of Switzerland County High School. Dickie was united in marriage on August 15, 1971 to Nancy "Janie" Laughlin at the Mt. Sterling Baptist Church. This happy union of nearly 43 years was blessed with two sons, Ricky and Steven. Dickie was employed for the US Shoe Factory in Madison, Indiana and later for Teledyne Packaging in Carrollton, Kentucky. Dickie was employed as a security officer for Belterra Casino & Resort in Florence, Indiana, retiring in 2017 after several years of service. Dickie was a member of the Mt. Sterling Baptist Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing and farming. Dickie passed away at 12:45 a.m., Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

Dickie will be missed by his sons, Ricky Knox of Aurora, IN and Steven Knox and his wife, Amanda of Vevay, IN and his grandchildren, Jordan Knox, Mahaila Grace Knox, Madison Patricia Knox and Keylie Jo Knox.

He was preceded in death by his father, Willie D. Knox, died January 26, 1996; his mother, Patricia L. "Pat" (Scott) Knox, died July 16, 2014 and his wife, Nancy Janie (Laughlin) Knox, died January 27, 2014.

Memorial Services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 23, 2024, by Pastor Pat Lanman at the Olive Branch Baptist Church in Bear Branch, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to Mr. Richard Allen "Dickie" Knox, Sr. Memorial Fund c/o Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Kenneth Wayne Turner - June 04, 1948 - March 12, 2024

Departed: 03/12/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Kenneth Wayne "Kenny" Turner, age 75, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on June 4, 1948 in Madison, Indiana. He was the son of the late Damon and Wilma Dean (Barnes) Turner. He was raised in Switzerland County and was a 1966 graduate of Vevay High School. During high school, Kenny played basketball and baseball and was vice president of his senior class. Kenny was a great baseball catcher and was headed for MBA pro but said they didn't pay enough back then! Kenny's humor always shined even when his health started declining. Kenny was inducted into the United States Army on April 3, 1968 in Louisville, Kentucky. He heroically served in the Vietnam War for 11 months and 28 days. He received the Purple Heart ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars and the Vietnam Campaign Medal with device 60. He was transferred to the reserves on April 2, 1970 at Fort Carson, Colorado. Kenny was honorably discharged on April 2, 1974 with the rank of Specialist 4th Class. In 1966, Kenny was employed for Reliance Electric Company in Madison, Indiana, retiring in 2007 after 41 years of service. In 1980, Kenny met the love of his life, Regenia Lea Lyons and the rest was history! Kenny and Regenia tied the knot on June 30, 1990 in Warsaw, Kentucky. He often said he had no choice because Regenia proposed to him! Kenny was a lifetime member of the Vevay American Legion Post #185 and the Vevay VFW Post #5396 where you would often find him. He was also a member of the Switzerland Masonic Lodge No.122 F&AM. Kenny had several nicknames such as, KT, Tubby, Ace, and Captain Ken from his friends and you bet he had nicknames for them too. He loved a good round of golf and having a good time socializing with his friends. He loved watching IU basketball and the Cincinnati Bengals. Kenny loved cruising around town in his '89 Ford Festiva and often times stopping to have a cold one before heading back home to his fur babies and faithful wife. Kenny was of the Baptist faith and was a proud Vietnam Veteran who truly loved his country. He had a great appreciation for the military and was very patriotic. In the last several years when Kenny's health started to decline, Regenia faithfully tended to his care and every need while listening to his many embellishments and his witty remarks. Kenny passed away at 1:05 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at his residence.

Kenny will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Regenia Lea (Lyons) Turner of Vevay, IN; his sister-in-law, Popsie Smith of Madison, IN; his close friend that was like a son, Charles Lorch and his wife, Kari of Rosemount, MN and their children, Sarah, Travis and Jamie; his nephews, John Craigmyle of Madison, IN and Clinton Smith of Madison, IN; his cousins, Martha (Barnes) Smith and her husband, Clair, Phil Lock, Nancy Hertz and James Gibson and his furry faithful companions, Brandie and Stella.

He was preceded in death by his father, Damon Turner, died October 20, 1989; his mother, Wilma Dean (Barnes) Turner, died January 13, 1989; his brother, Larry Gene Turner, died October 20, 2021; his nephew, Travis Smith, died December 24, 2022 and his faithful furry companion, Moosie, died October 30, 2015.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2024, and from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home 208 Ferry Street Vevay, Indiana 47043. Masonic Services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m, Friday, March 15, 2024 at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., by Pastor Pat Lanman, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment and full military rites will be conducted by the Honor Guard of the Vevay American Legion Post #185 and the Vevay VFW Post #5396 in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Norton King's Daughters' Hospital, Switzerland County Animal Shelter or Vevay American Legion Post #185 Building Fund. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Howard Bruce Williams - November 08, 1943 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Howard "Bruce" Williams, age 80, of Vevay, Indiana, was born November 8, 1943 at the Freeman Greene County Hospital in Linton, Indiana. He was the son of Raymond and Doris (Lynch) Williams. He was raised in Greene County, Indiana, having lived in Bloomfield and near Koleen. Bruce graduated from Bloomfield High School, class of 1961. On February 5, 1962, Bruce joined the United States Navy in Bloomington, Indiana and went to boot camp in San Diego, California. He went to Airframe School at Millington Naval Air Station near Memphis, Tennessee. Bruce's next duty station was at the Moffett Field near Sunnyside, California. He received the Good Conduct Medal and was honorably discharged as a Third Class Petty Officer on June 3, 1966. Bruce was honorably discharged from the Naval Reserves with the rank of Aviation Structural Mechanic Third Class on February 4, 1968. On July 1, 1967, Bruce became a member of the Indiana State Police and was assigned to the Connersville Post. He was later assigned to the Versailles Post until retirement in September 2001. Bruce was united in marriage on March 2, 1968 to Patricia Long at the First Christian Church in Bloomfield, Indiana. They shared 56 years of marriage together and was blessed with two sons, Patrick and Eric. Bruce was a former detective for 21 years and was a detective squad sergeant for eight of those years. He later worked for the Switzerland County commissioners for 16 years as a commissioner's assistant and county manager, retiring in 2020. Bruce served as a board member on various boards for Switzerland County. He was a charter member of the Switzerland County Lions Club and was a member of the Vevay American Legion Post #185. Bruce was a member of the Mt. Sterling Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and trustee. Bruce enjoyed reading British mysteries and watching his five grandchildren play sports, as well as, mushroom hunting, traveling and boating on the Ohio River. Bruce passed away at 1:20 a.m., Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Norton King's Daughters' Hospital in Madison, Indiana.

Bruce will be missed by his wife, Patricia (Long) Williams of Vevay, IN; his sons, Patrick Bruce Williams and his wife, Natalie of Vevay, IN and Stephen Eric Williams and his wife, Erin of Vevay, IN; his grandchildren, Jacob Patrick Williams, Isaac Werner Williams, Nathaniel Bruce Williams, Bowe Huntington Williams and Otto Collis Williams all of Vevay, IN and his several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Williams, died June 5, 2002; his mother, Doris (Lynch) Williams, died March 13, 2007; his brothers, R. Beuford Williams, died March 28, 1964, Otto Ward Williams, died February 17, 2010 and Ronald Lee Williams, died December 17, 2015 and his sister-in-law, Sondra Williams, died December 19, 2023.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2024, in the Walnut Grove Cemetery in Bloomfield, Indiana with Pastor Mike Sawalich, officiating. Full military rites will be conducted by the Honor Guard of the Bloomfield American Legion Post #196. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Sterling Baptist Church or Switzerland County YMCA. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Tonya L. Dilger - September 13, 1967 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Tonya L. (Higgins) Dilger, age 56, of Union, Kentucky, formerly of Canaan, Indiana, entered this life on September 13, 1967 in Madison, Indiana. She was the loving daughter of John Frederick and Barbara Ann (Hart) Higgins of Canaan, Indiana. She was raised in the Canaan, Indiana community and attended the Brushy Fork Baptist Church. She was a 1986 graduate of Madison Consolidated High School. Tonya received her bachelor's degree from Mount Holyoke in South Hadley, Massachusetts in 1990. Tonya was united in marriage on July 24, 1992 to Nikolaus Johannes Bernhard Dilger in Grossmehring, Germany. This happy union of nearly 32 years was blessed with eight children, Daniel, Patrick, Carmen, Lucas, Isabella, Alexander, John-Daniel and Maximilian. Tonya was formerly employed by AAFES in Vilseck, Germany. She was later employed by Fidelity Investments in Covington, Kentucky. Tonya was currently employed by Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati, Ohio since July 2011. Tonya was a member of St. Timothy Catholic Church in Union, Kentucky. Tonya enjoyed scrapbooking and photography. Her children were her pride and joy. Tonya passed away unexpectedly at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, Kentucky.

Tonya will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Nikolaus Johannes Bernhard Dilger of Union, KY; her triplets, Lucas, Isabella and Alexander Dilger of Union, KY; her twins, John-Daniel and Maximilian Dilger of Union, KY; her parents, John Frederick and Barbara Ann (Hart) Higgins of Canaan, IN; her brother, John Matthew "Joey" Higgins and his wife, Debbie of Canaan, IN; her mother-in-law, Ilse (Maschmeier) Dilger of Bochum, Germany; her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bettina Dilger and Gerhard Rocholl of Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Alexander and Katrin Dilger of Dortmund, Germany; her nieces and nephews, Julia and Christopher Rocholl and Fabian and Sophia Dilger; her aunts and uncles, Donna Hart of Charlestown, IN, Larry and Donna Higgins of Columbus, IN and William Robert Hart of Madison, IN and her several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her children, Patrick Jakob Nathan "Pat-Pat" Dilger, died November 10, 1996, Carmen Barbara Tonya Dilger, died January 20, 2005 and Daniel Nikolaus Johannes Dilger, died April 17, 2018; her maternal-grandparents, Harold Hart, died June 3, 2001 and Della Frances (O'Connell) Hart, died September 22, 2002; her paternal-grandparents, John Isaacs Higgins, died May 28, 2005 and Mary Perle (Clements) Higgins, died February 9, 2010; her niece, Jacqueline Elaine "Jacqui" Higgins, died April 21, 2013; her uncles, Charles Hart, died February 28, 2016 and Harold David "Doc" Hart, died September 8, 2020 and her father-in-law, Bernard Dilger, died June 2, 2016.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday, March 11, 2024 and from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2024, by Pastor Chris Clemans, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Caledonia Cemetery near Moorefield, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Caledonia Cemetery. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Freda Mae Gray - September 20, 1932 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Freda Mae (Walston) Gray, age 91, of Bedford, Kentucky, entered this life on September 20, 1932 in Patriot, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late John Madison and Opal Gertrude (Koons) Walston. She was raised in Patriot, Indiana and was a 1951 graduate of the Rising Sun High School. Freda was united in marriage on December 25, 1952 to Luther J. Gray in Rising Sun, Indiana. This happy union of nearly 56 years was blessed with seven children. Freda was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed gardening, flowers, playing cards and watching romance shows. Freda passed away with her loving family by her side on Friday, March 1, 2024, at the Signature Healthcare in Carrollton, Kentucky.

Freda will be missed by her daughters, Donna Jean Johnson of Lexington, IN, Judy Kay Gray of Madison, IN and Melinda Gray of Bedford, KY; her sons, Michael Lee Gray of Bedford, KY, Jeffrey Allen Gray of Bedford, KY, Luther Darrell Gray and his wife, Bonnie Lou of Carrollton, KY and Timothy Wayne Gray and his wife, Jody of Madison, IN; her several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; her brother, Roger Walston and his wife, Rita of Oxford, OH and her several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, John Madison Walston; her mother, Opal Gertrude (Koons) Walston; her husband, Luther J. Gray; her brothers, Roy, Wayne, Bernie, Halbert, Jay and Charles and her sister, Jeanne Campbell.

No services are being held at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to Mrs. Freda Mae (Walston) Gray Memorial Fund c/o Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Barbara Jean Lucas - July 13, 1959 - February 28, 2024

Departed: 02/28/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Jean "Barb" Lucas, age 64, of Moorefield, Indiana, entered this life on July 13, 1959 in Madison, Indiana. She was the loving daughter of the late John Ervin and Dorothy Louise (Andrew) Lucas. She was raised in Moorefield, Indiana and was a 1977 graduate of the Switzerland County High School. Barb was raised and baptized in the Long Run Baptist Church in Moorefield, Indiana. Barb was formerly employed for the Vevay License Branch and for Peoples Trust in Vevay, Indiana. Barb was employed in 1990 for Farm Service Agency, retiring in December 2022, after 32 years of service. She was an active 4-H leader and served on the board for the Switzerland County 4-H Fair. In 2021, Barb was selected to be Mrs. Switzerland County due to her dedication to the 4-H program. She was always there to lend a helping hand to others in her community. Barb also volunteered for the local food banks in Switzerland County. Barb was a former member of the Vevay Gamma Chi of Tri Kappa and served as past treasurer. Barb was awarded in 2014 The President's Volunteer Service Award presented by the Corporation for National and Community Service for her commitment to strengthening our Nation and for making a difference through volunteer service. Barb enjoyed spending time with her family and loved being a Granny to her grandchildren. In her spare-time, she enjoyed sewing, quilting, cooking and baking, as well as, singing. Everything she did was with a smile and could always find a reason to laugh. Barb's acts of kindness will be forever treasured and missed by her community. Barb passed away with her loving family by her side at 1:49 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at the UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Barb will be deeply missed by her sons, Andy Lucas and his wife, Shelby of Quercus Grove, IN and Willie Self of Moorefield, IN; Granny's grandchildren, Ava Self, Adeleigh Lucas, Case Lucas, Weston Self and Archer King; her brothers, James William Lucas and his wife, Sharon of Rising Sun, IN and John Robert "Bob" Lucas and his wife, Debi of Moorefield, IN; her aunts, Nell Jaynes of Anderson, IN, Betty Lucas of Madison, IN, Mary Lucas of Moorefield, IN, Becky Lucas of San Antonio, TX; her special nieces, Randa Combs and her husband, Josh and family and Tiffany Wooten and her husband, Tevin; her several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins; her faithful dog, Lily and her lifelong best friends, Donna Tinker of Fairview, IN and Lorrie (Carfield) LaPenna of Vevay, IN.

She was preceded in death by her father, John Ervin Lucas, died December 24, 2015; her mother, Dorothy Louise (Andrew) Lucas, died November 17, 1968; her infant sister, Ruth Ann Lucas, died April 20, 1961; her sister-in-law, Nancy Kay (Burgess) Jellison Lucas, died May 19, 2009 and her great-nephew, Luca James Wooten, died January 25, 2020.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Sunday, March 3, 2024 and from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024, by Pastor Pat Lanman, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Switzerland County 4-H or Moorefield Community Fire Department. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Marlene Jeanette Faulkner-Martin - February 19, 1965 - February 27, 2024

Departed: 02/27/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Marlene Jeanette (Nicewonder) Faulkner-Martin, age 59, of Patriot, Indiana, entered this life on February 19, 1965 in Covington, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Willard Daniel "Bill" and Dorothy Manalee (Barrett) Nicewonder. She was raised in Independence, Kentucky where she graduated from Simon Kenton High School. Marlene was united in marriage to William Faulkner and this union was blessed with two sons, William Nicholas Allen Faulkner and Preston William Lee Faulkner. Marlene was later united in marriage to Thomas Jay "TJ" Martin on September 5, 2008 in Erlanger, Kentucky. Marlene was formerly employed as a forklift operator for ZF Sachs Company in Florence, Kentucky for 15 years. She enjoyed shopping, watching TV, traveling and spending time with her family. Marlene passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at her residence in Patriot, Indiana.

Marlene will be deeply missed by her husband, Thomas Jay "TJ" Martin of Patriot, IN; her son, Preston Faulkner and his wife, Lauren of Vevay, IN; her granddaughter, Presli Faulkner of Vevay, IN; her close friends, William Faulkner of Crittenden, KY and Darlene Wimer and family's of Walton, KY; her sister-in-law, Linda Fisk of Patriot, IN and her niece, Amber Cole and her husband, Clint of Rising Sun, IN.

She was preceded in death by her loving son, William Nicholas Allen Faulkner, died January 22, 2007; her father, Willard Daniel "Bill" Nicewonder, died July 24, 2011; her mother, Dorothy Manalee (Barrett) Nicewonder, died August 2, 1979; her sister, Patricia Osborne; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Woodrow and Virginia (Turner) Martin.

Marlene's wishes were to be cremated and to be laid to rest by her son she deeply missed in the Floral Hills Cemetery, 5336 Old Taylor Mill Road, Taylor Mill, Kentucky 41015. Memorial contributions may be made to the Switzerland County Animal Shelter. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Hope Ann Phillips - January 04, 1965 - February 23, 2024

Departed: 02/23/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Ms. Hope Ann Phillips, age 59, of Vevay, Indiana, died Friday, February 23, 2024, at her residence. Hope entered this life on January 4, 1965 in Nashua, New Hampshire and was the daughter of the late William J. Webb and Sherry Irene (Gilbert) Phillips. No services are being held. Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana.

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Marietta Elaine Hon - September 01, 1981 - February 15, 2024

Departed: 02/15/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Marietta Elaine (McClure) Hon, age 42, of Pleasant, Indiana, entered this life on September 1, 1981 in Madison, Indiana. She was the loving daughter of, Nelson Wayne and Sharon (Green) McClure. She was raised in Pleasant, Indiana and was a 1999 graduate of the Switzerland County High School. On May 16, 2009, Marietta was united in marriage to Donald Ray "Donnie" Hon, Jr. at the Quercus Grove United Methodist Church in Quercus Grove, Indiana. Marietta and Donnie shared five years of marriage together until his passing on May 19, 2014. Marietta was a former cook for six years at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana. She was also employed as a cook for Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Madison, Indiana for three years and for Belterra Casino Resort in Florence, Indiana, for seven years. Marietta enjoyed reading and cooking. She had a deep love for her nephew, Wyatt and loved playing with him and being his aunt. Marietta passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Kindred Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

Marietta will be missed by her mother, Sharon (Green) McClure of Pleasant, IN; her sister, Ashley Brinson and her husband, Matt of Cross Plains, IN; her nephew, Wyatt Brinson of Cross Plains, IN; her aunts and uncles, Phyllis and Dennis Chase of Florence, IN, Karen Green of Vevay, IN, Wanda Aldridge of Scottsburg, IN, Deborah Vest of Madison, IN, Karen McClure of Madison, IN, David and Shelby McClure of Milton, KY, Steve and Judy McClure of Madison, IN and Kenny Hord of Madison, IN; her companion, Joey Roark of Pleasant, IN and her several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her father, Nelson Wayne McClure, died December 17, 2017; her husband, Donald Ray "Donnie" Hon, Jr., died May 19, 2014; her maternal-grandparents, Earl J. Green, died June 26, 1997 and Geneva L. (Tucker) Green, died February 15, 2022 and her paternal-grandparents, Nelson G. McClure, died June 19, 2010 and Leona (VanTyle) McClure, died December 4, 2015.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, by Rev. Mike Jones, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Macedonia Cemetery, 3583 North Greenbrier Ridge, Madison, Indiana 47250. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marietta Hon Memorial Fund c/o Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Glenn A. Richards - February 09, 1944 - February 02, 2024

Departed: 02/02/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Glenn A. Richards, age 79, of Rising Sun, Indiana, was born on February 9, 1944 in Rising Sun, Indiana. He was the son of the late Harry L. and Edith Katherine (Matthews) Richards. He was raised in Rising Sun, Indiana and attended the Rising Sun High School. Glenn was raised in the Rising Sun Nazarene Church in Rising Sun, Indiana. Glenn attended Green River Community College in Auburn, Washington, for two years. Glenn was inducted into the United States Army on August 23, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana and served during the Vietnam War. He was transferred to the reserves and was honorably discharged with the rank of Specialist 4th Class on August 22, 1967. Glenn was a former meat cutter for Rising Sun Frozen Food Locker in 1950. He later worked for Washington State Local #81 as a meat cutter for 32 years, retiring in September 2000. Glenn also worked for Safeway Food Market in Seattle, Washington. Glenn resided in Seattle, Washington from 1962 - 2001 and later moved back to his hometown community in Rising Sun, Indiana. Glenn was a member of the Rising Sun American Legion Post #59. Glenn enjoyed fishing and gardening, as well as, tinkering on his '65 Thunderbird. Glenn passed away at 7:10 a.m., Friday, February 2, 2024, at the Boonespring Skilled Nursing Facility in Union, Kentucky.

Glenn is survived by his sons, Glenn Richards and his wife, Lena of Germany and Dale Richards and his wife, Cheryl of Las Vegas, NV; his daughter, Rebecca Richards and partner, Lalena Simmons of Auburn, WA; his grandson, Matthew Richards; his great-grandson, Jay Richards; his brother, Danny "Butch" Richards of Aurora, IN and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry L. and Edith Katherine (Matthews) Richards; by his ex-wife, Sharon (Soper) Richards; his granddaughter, Elizabeth K. "Liz" Richards; his brothers, Harry Lester Richards, Dale E. Richards, John Richards, Ernest O. Richards, Sr., Robert Wayne "Bobby" Richards, Albert Richards and William "Bill" Richards and his sisters, Margaret Richards and Bessie Detmer.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 21, 2024, by Rev. Mike Jones, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment and full military rites will follow in the Cedar Hedge Cemetery, Rising Sun, Indiana, conducted by the Honor Guard of the Rising Sun American Legion Post #59.

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Florence Marie Peters - November 26, 1933 - February 01, 2024

Departed: 02/01/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Florence Marie (VanTyle) Peters, age 90, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on November 26, 1933 in Rising Sun, Indiana. She was the loving daughter of the late Lawrence Earl and Mary Eliza (Sherman) VanTyle. She was raised in Rising Sun, Indiana where she attended Rising Sun High School. In later years, she received her GED through Jac-Cen-Del High School in Ripley County, Indiana. Florence was united in marriage on December 17, 1949 to Robert Earl "Bub" Peters in Vevay, Indiana. This union of nearly 36 years was blessed with two children. Florence was employed for Swiss Market in Vevay, Indiana for several years. She was later employed for Plastic Molding Factory in East Enterprise, Indiana, retiring after 20+ years of service. During retirement, Florence worked part-time for IGA in Vevay, Indiana for a few years. She was a member of the Florence Church of Christ in Florence, Indiana. Florence enjoyed crocheting, knitting, spending time with family, working puzzles, as well as, working crossword puzzles and word search games. Florence passed away at 4:45 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana.

Florence is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Jo Peters of Vevay, IN; her son, Kerry Peters and his wife, Judy of Madison, IN; her grandchildren, Roberta Marie "Bobbie" Peters of Vevay, IN, Mandy Kay Holcroft (Scott) of Madison, IN and Lisa Marie Brawner (Rick Jackson) of Dillsboro, IN; her great-grandchildren, Andrew Holcroft of Orlando, FL, Allison Holcroft of Madison, IN, Lane Brawner of Dillsboro, IN and Josie Brawner of Dillsboro, IN; her step-great-grandchildren, Kyle, Kanen and Morgan Jackson; her sisters, Doris Ann Shadday of Madison, IN and Lois Brooks of Columbus, IN; her brother, Lawrence Leslie VanTyle and his wife, Shirley of Cleves, OH; her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Barbara and Earl Bowling, Harriet Bovard and Mason Uhlmansiek and her several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Earl and Mary Eliza (Sherman) VanTyle; her husband, Robert Earl Peters; her infant sister; her brother, Elmer Nelson VanTyle; her sisters, Lutha Mae Nieman and Mavis Carole Uhlmansiek; her nieces and nephews; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lewis and Alma Peters; her sister-in-law, Frances Pike White and her brothers-in-law, William D. Shadday, Richard Nieman, James Aldred, James "Jimmy" Brooks, Paul Vernon "Jack" Peters, Ralph "Red" Pike and Jessi White.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2024, by Rev. Mike Jones, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of the Donor's Choice. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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Gayle Dean Harmon - January 13, 1940 - January 31, 2024

Departed: 01/31/2024 (Vevay)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Gayle Dean Harmon, age 84, of Florence, Indiana, entered this life on January 13, 1940 in Trimble County, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Lloyd Lee and Lola Mae (Brown) Harmon. Gayle was raised in Trimble County, Kentucky where he attended school. On November 2, 1957, Gayle was united in marriage to Ruth Ann Farrell in Carrollton, Kentucky. This happy union of nearly 62 years was blessed with four children, Timothy, Lisa, Pam and Debbie. Gayle was formerly employed for Madison Precision, as well as, Weinberg's in Madison, Indiana, for several years. Gayle retired from M&T Chemicals in Carrollton, Kentucky, after several years of service. In his younger years of life, he enjoyed camping and fishing. Gayle enjoyed watching The Cincinnati Red's with his wife and spending time with his family. He enjoyed his daily country cruises around the county, sitting on his front porch and spending time at the river watching the barges and boats go by. Gayle passed away with his loving family by his side at 2:40 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, Kentucky.

Gayle will be deeply missed by his son, Timothy Gayle "Tim" Harmon, Sr. and his wife, Leanna of Florence, IN; his daughters, Pam Mays and her husband, Marv of Florence, IN and Debbie Cunningham of Florence, IN; his sons-in-law, George Claypoole of Florence, IN and Raymond Cunningham of Florence, IN; his 12-grandchildren, Robbie (Dietra) Cunningham, Sean (Kelly Faulkner) Cunningham, Jennifer (Daniel) DeBaun, Jessica (Rob) Nace, Amanda Beuther, Liz Harmon, Tammy (John) Claypoole, Karissa Kietzman, Misty (Jeremy) Saylor, Jeremy (Crystal) Romans, Tara (Casey Scudder) Romans and Tiffany (Travis Eldridge) Claypoole; his numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; his brothers, Steve (Olivia) Harmon of Okeana, OH, Johnny (Wanda) Harmon of Madison, IN, Keith (Sharon) Harmon of Bedford, KY and Tony (Charlotte) Harmon of Madison, IN; his sisters, Diane (Donnie) Hensley of Carrollton, KY, Nadine (Daniel) McCane of Milton, KY and Joyce Romans of Madison, IN and his numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Lee Harmon, died March 23, 1977; his mother, Lola Mae (Brown) Harmon, died May 22, 1993; his wife, Ruth Ann (Farrell) Harmon, died September 20, 2019; his daughter, Lisa Kay (Harmon) Claypoole, died November 14, 2022; his grandson's, Justin William Claypoole, died July 13, 1997, Timothy Gayle Harmon, Jr., died April 16, 2015 and Jeremy Kenneth Beuther, died January 17, 2016; his brothers, Robert "Bobby" Harmon, Rodney "Dell" Harmon and Ernest Harmon; his sister, Ernestine Harmon; his half-siblings, Francis McFarland, Byrl Rae Westrick, Virginia Pierce, Ople Harmon, Ruby Harmon and Myrl Faye Fox; his daughter-in-law, Jill Ann (Davis) Harmon, died May 4, 2006 and his son-in-law, Mike Ferguson, died November 4, 2010.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, by Rev. Mike Jones, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, Indiana 47043.

Interment will follow in the Vevay Cemetery, Vevay, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Keeping Pace Cancer Fund c/o CFSCI. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com

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A Full Range of Funeral Services

Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home offers a comprehensive range of funeral services designed to cater to the unique needs and preferences of each family. From traditional funerals and memorial services to cremations and celebrations of life, their experienced team will work closely with you to create a personalized tribute that honors your loved one's memory. Their services include:

• Traditional funerals with visitation and burial
• Cremation services with memorialization options
• Personalized celebrations of life
• Pre-planning and pre-funding options
• Grief support and counseling resources

A Facility Designed for Comfort and Reflection

The Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home facility is a warm and welcoming space that provides a serene atmosphere for families to gather, reflect, and say goodbye. The funeral home's interior features beautifully appointed rooms, comfortable seating areas, and ample parking. Their state-of-the-art equipment ensures that every service is conducted with dignity and respect.

A Team Dedicated to Your Needs

The staff at Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home is comprised of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. From licensed funeral directors and embalmers to administrative staff and support personnel, every team member is committed to ensuring that your needs are met with compassion, understanding, and attention to detail.

Community Involvement and Partnerships

Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the Vevay community and actively participates in local events, charities, and organizations. They believe in giving back to the community that has supported them for so many years. Some of their community partnerships include:

• Vevay Chamber of Commerce
• Swan Township Volunteer Fire Department
• Vevay Public Library
• Local hospice organizations

Pre-Planning: A Gift to Your Loved Ones

Pre-planning your funeral arrangements can be a thoughtful gesture to your loved ones, alleviating the burden of decision-making during an already difficult time. Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home offers pre-planning services that allow you to make informed decisions about your final wishes, ensuring that your desires are respected and carried out.

Grief Support: A Continuation of Care

Losing a loved one is never easy, but having access to grief support resources can make a significant difference in the healing process. Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home offers bereavement support groups, online resources, and referrals to local counseling services to help you navigate the grieving process.

Contact Us: We're Here to Help

If you're facing the loss of a loved one or simply want to plan ahead, Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home is here to provide guidance, support, and comfort. Contact them today to schedule a consultation or learn more about their services.

You can reach them at:

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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 is usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and acquaintances of the deceased's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who knew them. They help to notify people of the passing, share details about the funeral or memorial service, and offer a sense of closure for those who are grieving.

What information is typically included in an obituary?

A standard obituary usually includes the deceased's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include details about the funeral or memorial service, such as the date, time, location, and any special requests or instructions.

Who writes an obituary?

The obituary is typically written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, a friend or colleague may also contribute to the writing process.

How long does it take to write an obituary?

The time it takes to write an obituary can vary depending on the complexity and length of the piece. On average, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours to craft a well-written and comprehensive obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is possible to write your own obituary in advance. This is often referred to as a "self-written" or "pre-written" obituary. Writing your own obituary can be a therapeutic exercise and can ensure that your life story is told in the way you want it to be remembered.

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

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, you will typically need to contact the paper's obituary department directly. They will provide you with guidelines on word count, format, and submission deadlines. You can also check their website for online submission forms or email addresses.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral home websites allow you to publish an obituary online. This can be a convenient way to share the news with a wider audience and provide access to those who may not have access to traditional print newspapers.

How long does an obituary stay online?

The duration that an obituary remains online varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep it available for a few weeks or months, while others may archive it permanently.

Can I edit an obituary after it has been published?

In most cases, it is possible to make corrections or edits to an obituary after it has been published. However, this may depend on the policies of the newspaper or online platform where it was published.

What is the cost of publishing an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some papers may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or flat fees.

Is it necessary to include a photo with an obituary?

Including a photo with an obituary is not required but can be a nice touch to help personalize the tribute. Many online platforms and newspapers offer options for adding photos or other multimedia elements to the obituary.

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. This can add a personal touch and help capture their personality or spirit.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive details about the deceased's life or death that you prefer not to share publicly, it's best to omit them from the obituary. Focus on sharing positive memories and accomplishments instead.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes, it is common to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary. This allows friends and family to make a donation in memory of the deceased instead of sending flowers.

What is the purpose of an online guestbook?

An online guestbook allows friends and family to leave messages of condolence, share memories, and pay tribute to the deceased. It provides a virtual space for people to express their sympathies and connect with one another during a difficult time.

How do I respond to condolences expressed in an online guestbook?

You can respond to condolences expressed in an online guestbook by posting a reply message or sending a private message to the individual who left the condolence. A simple "thank you" or acknowledgement can go a long way in showing appreciation for their support.

Can I create a memorial page for my loved one?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to create a memorial page for your loved one. This can be a permanent tribute where friends and family can visit, leave messages, and share memories over time.

How do I cope with grief after losing a loved one?

Coping with grief is a unique and individual experience. It's essential to allow yourself time to process your emotions, seek support from friends and family, and consider seeking professional counseling if needed.

What resources are available for those who are grieving?

There are many resources available for those who are grieving, including support groups, counseling services, online forums, and bereavement organizations. Your funeral home or hospice organization may also offer additional resources and guidance.

Can I plan my own funeral in advance?

Yes, planning your own funeral in advance is possible. This can involve making arrangements with a funeral home, selecting burial options, and even pre-paying for services. Planning ahead can help alleviate some of the burden on your loved ones during a difficult time.

What is the significance of including survivors in an obituary?

Including survivors in an obituary acknowledges the people who were closest to the deceased and provides important context about their relationships. It also serves as a way to notify these individuals of the passing.

Can I include pets in an obituary?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly common to include pets in an obituary as they are often considered part of the family. This can be especially meaningful for those who have lost their beloved companion animals.