All Obituaries

Clay Curtis, Jr., born November 21, 1942, after a two-year battle with pulmonary fibrosis, suffered a heart attack and passed away on August 12, 2022 at the age of 79. Youngest child of 10 born to Clay and Pearl (Conkright) Curtis, he grew up in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. He joined the Army in 1961, serving part of his term in the Army National Guard of Indiana, and was honorably discharged in 1968. Clay met his future wife, Rebecca Jean Austrew, in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1962 and was...

Donald Gene Erlenbush, 83, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022 in Franklin. Donald was born August 23, 1938 in Mount Pulaski, Illinois to the late David Walter and Gladys (Pugh) Erlenbush. Donald is survived by his lifelong friend, Glenn Schroader, and three grandchildren, Beth Martinie, Joseph Erlenbush, and Shannon Erlenbush. Donald was preceded in death by his son, Mark Erlenbush, his daughter, Natalie Erlenbush, and his parents, David and Gladys Erlenbush. No...

Robert Dale Shoemaker, 94, of Bargersville, Indiana, went to his eternal home on August 8, 2022. Bob was born July 14, 1928 in Worthington, Indiana to Luther and Minnie (Horton) Shoemaker. During his childhood, he and his family moved frequently as his father was a foreman building bridges across the south. Bob joined the Marines in 1946 where he served as a member of the Marine Air Detachment as an aircraft mechanic. His time of service was during World War II and the Korean War....

Peggy Sue (Lewis) Williams, 80, of Whiteland, Indiana, passed away at her residence on Saturday, August 6, 2022. Peggy was born June 11, 1942 in Whiteland to the late Jewell and Gertrude (Coovert) Lewis. She was one of 18 children. Peggy delivered mail for 32 years in Whiteland and was known as “the mail lady” by the community. Peggy was a very family-oriented person, a shoulder to lean on, and a foundation to the family. She was a kind hearted person who would go the extra...

Helen (Stucker) Hamilton, 92, of Whiteland, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Helen was born April 2, 1930 in Franklin, Indiana to the late Oscar J. and Lydia (Lowe) Stucker. Helen’s most recent job was working for Pleasant Township as the assessor. Prior to that, she worked as a secretary at IU Medical Center for the Director of Surgery. Before working for IU, she aided her husband with his building business and started her work career at the...

Harvey William Short, 82, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Harvey was born December 25, 1939 in Geneva, Indiana to the late Cecil and Helen (Myers) Short. Harvey is survived by his three sons, Harvey C. (Jackie) Short of Ft. Wayne, IN, Randall L. (Stacie) Short of Barryton, MI, and Jeffrey A. Short of Lake, MI; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Harvey was preceded in death by his wife, Janet L. (Syx) Short, and his...

Christopher Charles Weber, 31, of New Whiteland, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Christopher was born January 6, 1991 in Franklin, Indiana to Michael D. Weber and Susan K. (Lawyer) Bennett. Christopher graduated from Whiteland Community High School and later worked as an industrial welder. He enjoyed playing his guitar and videogames, working in the garage, and spending time with his family. He treasured his animals and liked to be outdoors...

Michelle Renea Hunstable, 51, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 in Franklin. Michelle was born July 24, 1971 in Columbus, Indiana. Michelle always put others before herself and both her family and faith were the most important things to her. The happiest moments in her life were when she was with her grandchildren. She touched a lot of people’s lives and she will be loved forever by many. As Michelle would always say, “it’s gonna be...

A tribute to a Young Angel who soared within our hearts. Caitlyn Grace Greathouse passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 10:21 PM. She came into our lives on February 5, 2018. Caitlyn started out as a late blooming flower that needed extra help and care. Her life started out on a rugged road with many obstacles. She needed a guiding hand to help her along her short road of life.  My family aided her and gave her the support that was required to help Caitlyn along her journey. In...

James Arnold Caudell, 87, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2022 in Indianapolis. James was born July 22, 1935 in Indianapolis to the late Paul Augustus and Marie (Holmand) Caudell. James proudly served in the United States Army and later worked as a manager at Safeway Grocers until his retirement. James is survived by his four children, Tony (Karen) Caudell, Mildred Townsend, Linda (Jay) Marlin, and Edgar (Jerretta) O’Haver Jr.; eight grandchildren and...