All Obituaries

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stella M. Phenis, a dedicated and compassionate servant of God, on September 27, 2023. Born on September 23, 1951, in Richmond, Indiana, Stella was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. Her charismatic and generous spirit will be remembered by the many lives she touched in her 72 years. Stella was a faithful member of the Abundant Life United Pentecostal Church in Winchester, Indiana. She served with passion and...

John P. Engle, 82, passed away on September 24, 2023 at the Randolph Nursing & Rehabilitation of Winchester, IN. He was born April 14, 1941, to the late Glen O. Engle and Harriett (Beavers) Engle, in Winchester, IN. John was a 1959 graduate of Winchester High School. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant of the United States Army, having served at Camp Casey, Korea and at the Berlin Brigade, Berlin, Germany. He worked for and retired after 43 years, in 2004 from the United States...

We are saddened, and yet somehow still chuckling, to announce the passing of a local legend, James A. Clevenger, who departed this world on September 20, 2023, at the spry age of 87. Born on the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day in 1936, in Losantville, In, the town that would always be his home, James was as reliable as a John Deere. In the words of Mark Twain, “The secret of getting ahead is getting started,” and boy, did Jame know how to get started,...

With deep respect, we honor the life of Noel Arthur, known affectionately as "Doc", who was born on the 1st of January, 1924, in Harrisville, Indiana, and passed away on the 14th of September, 2023. A courageous and dedicated man, Noel was a beacon of inspiration to his family, friends, and community. He demonstrated his talent in various pursuits, most notably as a star basketball player during his high school days at Spartanburg High School. His love for his family and country...

It is with a mixture of sorrow and joy that we remember the exceptional life of William Donald Richardson, also known as the man who could make any engine purr like a kitten and who never met a joke he didn't like. Born on September 5, 1952, in Muncie, Indiana, William spent an impressive 47 years as a beloved member of the Farmland community. His time in Farmland was marked by his compassionate soul, his loyal friendships, and, not least of all, his witty sense of humor. William was a...

Betty Eileen (Holland) Wise, a spirited and loving matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023, at the age of 93. Born in Lynn, Indiana on April 15, 1930, Betty's life was marked by her dedication to her family and the land she nurtured. Her loyal and unwavering spirit shone brightly through her work on the farm and in every stitch of her hand-sewn creations. Betty's love for her family was her pearl, her greatest treasure. Betty was a lifelong resident of Lynn, where she...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bonnie B. Disinger on September 5, 2023. Bonnie was a beacon of love and light, born in Montpelier, Indiana on April 17, 1930, and spending 93 remarkable years in Dunkirk, Indiana. Her life was an embodiment of the quote by Maya Angelou, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Bonnie's loving, thoughtful, generous, and...

Robert L. (Bobby) Warner, Jr., passed away September 4, 2023 at Ayden Healthcare of Greenville, OH, where he resided for the last 2-3 years. He was born March 17, 1957 in Randolph County, the son of Robert L (Bob) Warner, Sr. and Deanna J. (Ingle) Warner. He was a lifelong resident of Randolph County. Bobby was a 1975 graduate of Randolph Southern High School in Lynn, IN. He was active in bowling and choir. He enjoyed riding bicycles and horses with his sister, as a kid. He loved animals,...

Today, we're here to honor the life of Jerry Halstead.  Born on May 15, 1964, in Muncie, Indiana, Jerry spent his 59 years adding a sprinkle of humor to the lives of those lucky enough to know him. Jerry was a life-long resident of Indiana, spending all of his years in Parker City. He was a dedicated construction worker for the better part of 40 years. He enjoyed spending his leisure time hunting, fishing and working on engines. Jerry, a man never married but deeply loved, is...

Into God’s arms of love and protection, Carl Springer entered Heaven on August 25, 2023 with family at his side. Carl was born on August 22, 1941, to Virgil Deloss Springer and Edith June Shoemaker Springer, the oldest son of two siblings. He graduated from Desoto in 1959. During his high school years he worked for a nearby farmer named Bob Richey. He gained a great deal of knowledge with working on that farm. He was also grateful he had the experience of going to second grade in a...