All Obituaries

Patricia “Patty” Reisa, 71 of Greenwood, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. She was born to the late Charles and Hazel Bridges. Patty worked for many years for Cook Medical in the human resources department. She will be missed by her family and many friends. Patty is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Reisa; two daughters, Lisa (Ron) Williams and Tammy (Dell) Taylor; a brother, Tommy Bridges; five grandchildren, Matthew VanPelt, Megan...

Mary Jo Altum, 93, of Whiteland passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Mary was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Clyde and Mary Cron. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and one sister. Mary is survived by 6 children; Sharron Moore (Michael), Robert Altum Jr. (Susan), Linda Lee Altum, Mary Williams (Brad), Ronald Altum (Lisa) and Nancy Altum, 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great...

Alma Taylor, 88, of Whiteland, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018. She was born to Leander Tungate and Etta Tungate-Spalding in Lebanon, KY, on January 28, 1930. Alma worked for Franklin College in the cafeteria for 10 years. She retired in 2002. Alma was a member of the Senior Center of Franklin for 28 years. She loved to go bowling, being in leagues throughout her life. Alma enjoyed playing card games. Alma spent her summers in the garden, loving to can. She loved spending...

Tonda J. Boughner, 67, of Franklin, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2018. She was born to the late Glenn and Thelma Keppel in Shelbyville, Indiana on January 25, 1951. Tonda spent her life being a homemaker. She enjoyed working on needle point. Tonda enjoyed being around her family. Tonda is survived by her four children, Diann (Jeff) White of Franklin, Rabecca Wiarek of Franklin, Ronald (Melinda) Boughner of Greensburg, Maggie...

Viola M. (Ellett) Pierce, 96, of Providence, passed away on Friday, April 13, 2018 at the Indiana Masonic Home. She was born on April 18, 1921 in Waverly, Indiana to the late James and Pearl (Smith) Ellett. Viola married Chester Pierce on October 15, 1940 in Waverly, Indiana, he preceded her in death on February 11, 2003. She was employed at Arvin Industries in Franklin for over 40 years. Viola is survived by two sisters, Dorothy Dine and Helen Richart and many nieces and...

Arthur “Art” E. Shadaon passed away Thursday, April 12, 2018 in Franklin, Indiana. Art was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 13, 1948. Art is a veteran of the U.S. Army. In Art’s free time he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, Trey and Kylea. He also enjoyed fishing and loved to watch his Western movies. Art is preceded in death by his parents. Art is survived by his wife of 42 years, Patty Shadaon. One daughter, Melissa McAdam...

Betty M. Farris, 73, of New Whiteland, passed away, Wednesday, April 11, 2018. She was born to Elija and Sarah Patrick in Frenchburg, KY on November 13, 1944. Betty was a waitress at Shoney’s. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She had a dog named Smokey, that she loved dearly. Betty loved the outdoors, she enjoyed going fishing, and camping in the summer time. Betty loved to cook and crochet. She enjoyed playing...

Robert L. Jent passed away Wednesday April 11, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Virgil and Nettie Jent. Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Army. In Robert’s free time he enjoyed fishing, hunting and woodworking. It always put a smile on his face to tease the ones he loved. Robert is preceded in death by his parents. Robert is survived by his wife of 61 years, Johnnie Jent, three children; Robin Seale (Ronald),...

Carolyn Frakes passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018 in Greenwood, Indiana. She was born to Edwin and Florence Smith May 27,1929. Carolyn married the love her life, Donald Frakes, on June 14, 1953. Together, they owned Arlington Flower Shop for over 50 years. Her tireless work-ethic kept her busy, but in her free time, she enjoyed reading, traveling, spending time with her family, and spoiling her grandkids and great grandchildren. Carolyn is preceded in death by her...

Anna J. Adams, 79, of Greenwood, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2018. She was born to Everett and Florance Adams in Beech Grove, on June 5, 1938.  She was a homemaker. She is survived by her son, James Adams. She was the mother of Cheryl Boyd.  No services are planned at this time. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to...