Obituaries

Feb 17, 2022

Helen Angeline Nice, age 83, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Salem Crossing with her husband by her side.  She was born on January 4, 1939 to Cecil and Hester Watson.  On February 1, 1958, she married Kenneth (Bud) Nice.

Helen was a member of Livonia Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband,...

Feb 9, 2022

Burma F. Coomer, age 74, of Salem passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at her residence.  Born August 3, 1947 in New Albany, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Russell Pendleton and Rhoda (Pennington) Pendleton.

Burma retired from Silvercrest Childrens Development Center in New Albany and was a member of Campbellsburg Christian Church.

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Feb 8, 2022

James David Stuart, age 47, formerly of Salem, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at IU Health Bloomington.  Born November 12, 1974, he was the son of the late David William Stuart and Leanna Sue Barnes who survives.

James was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Linton, Indiana and was formerly employed at McDonald's of Salem....

Jan 28, 2022

Michael A. Brading, age 62, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022 at his residence.  He was born June 28, 1958 to Leon and Edith (Reynolds) Brading at Washington County Hospital.

He was a carpenter by trade before having to go on disability.

Family that preceded him in death were Edith and Leon Brading, Timmy Brading,...

Jan 27, 2022

Ronald "Bub" Wayne Rickard, age 79, of Borden, Indiana passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 at his residence.  Born December 14, 1942, he was the son of the late Donovan Rickard and Gladys (Campbell) Rickard.

Bub retired from Colgate and was a farmer and owner and operator of Rickard's Sawmill.

He is survived by 2...

Jan 23, 2022

Geraldine Hauser, age 83, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.  Born June 20, 1938 in Whitley City, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Ova Griffith and Laura (Mowery) Griffith.

Geraldine was a homemaker and Baptist by faith.

She is survived by 2 children: Loretta Hauser...

Jan 20, 2022

Shawn Edward Schuppert, age 57, of Salem, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.  Born October 11, 1964 in New Albany, he was the son of Gerald Schuppert who survives and the late Sandra Kay (LaDuke) Schuppert.

Shawn was lead press operator with V.G. Reed & Sons in Louisville; he was an avid...

Jan 16, 2022

Thomas Ellison Churchman, age 90, of Pekin, Indiana passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022.  Born September 2, 1931 in Pekin, he was the son of the late Ellis Churchman and Josie (Graves) Churchman.  On November 20, 1954, he married Shirley (Pirtle) Churchman who survives.

Tom was a licensed real estate agent and broker, owning Tom Churchman Real...

Jan 15, 2022

Marylou Elliott Faunce Hemmick, age 88, of San Jose, California passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022.

Marylou was born August 15, 1933 in Indiana at home, the daughter of Frank and Leota (Elliott) Faunce.  She was employed for over 30 years at Varian Associates Medical Systems in Palo Alto, California as a Quality Control Inspector.  Upon...

Jan 7, 2022

Roger Lee Napier, age 61, of Pekin, Indiana passed away Friday, January 7, 2022 at his residence.  Born July 6, 1960, he was the son of the late Earl Napier and Margie (Helton) Hurst.

He was a retired general carpenter.

Roger is survived by 1 son: Eric Balentine; 1 daughter: Dakoda Balentine; 4 siblings: Greg...

Dec 22, 2021

Marie Carolyn Wall, age 76, of Pekin , passed away Wednesday. December 22, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville Indiana. She was born December 8, 1945 in Concord California. She was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife and Mother. Having been a member of the Christ Gospel Church for 55yrs in which she shared the love of the...

Dec 19, 2021

Rex Goins, age 61, of Salem, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.  Born April 18, 1960, he was the son of the late Jack Goins and Hazel (Tompkins) Goins.

Rex was a former employee of Tecumseh and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pekin.

He...

Dec 18, 2021

Marvin Wayne Brewer, age 81, of Salem, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 at his residence.  Born October 7, 1940 in Saltillo, Indiana, he was the son of the late John Brewer and Margaret (Slaughter) Brewer; he was raised by his grandparents, Alfred Berry Slaughter and Celia Slaughter.

Marvin retired from Cummins Engine Company with 31 years...

Dec 15, 2021

Carol Ann Lewis, age 67, of Borden, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at her residence.  Born February 6, 1954 in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Alan J. Robertson and Nancy L. (Morgan) Robertson who survives.

Carol retired from PC Lumber in Sellersburg and was a devoted member of Carr Township Baptist Church where...

Dec 13, 2021

Linda Sue Winters, age 65, of Salem, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Clark Memorial Hospital.  Born July 16, 1956 in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Jack Saulmon, Jr. and Evelyn (Dobbins) Saulmon.

Linda was a retired Registered Nurse with 20+ years of service; was a member of Old Blue River Christian Church;...

Dec 8, 2021

Cody Lane Brueche passed away at the age of 6 years old on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.  He was a special little boy who touched the hearts of many with his beautiful smile and determination.  He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and an inspiration to many.

He is survived by his parents, Jamie and Christina Brueche;...

Dec 2, 2021

Carl L. Balentine, age 92, of Borden, Indiana passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.  Born November 24, 1929 in Pekin, he was the son of the late Claudie Ray Balentine and Irene (Martin) Balentine.

Carl was a retired mechanic; retiree of Haas Cabinet; was the eldest member of Borden Community Church; and...

Nov 30, 2021

Mary Ethel Motsinger, age 85, of Salem, Indiana passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Salem Hospital.  Born June 11, 1936 in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Edna Mae Harvey.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Perry Lee Motsinger, who passed away April 5, 2016.

Mary was a...

Nov 28, 2021

Leroy Taylor, age 95, of Salem passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Scott Memorial Hospital.  Born August 11, 1926 in Borden, Indiana, he was the son of the late Hobart Taylor and Flossie (Morris) Taylor.

Leroy retired from the Ford Motor Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky with 30 years of service; was a World War...

Nov 24, 2021

Ellis Richard Chambers, age 57, died Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Indiana. Born July 22, 1964, he was the son of John Chambers who survives and Perley Chambers who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his father, John; 2 children: Tyler and Amber; sister, Regina Chambers; and grandson, Kingston Brading.