Obituaries

Nash Plankenhorn

Nash Plankenhorn

Jun 27, 2017

Nash Alan Plankenhorn, infant son of Stephanie Sokol and Brent Plankenhorn of Fountain City, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Tuesday, June 27, at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville, Ohio.    Nash will always be remembered by his mom and dad, his big brother, Pierce Lee Plankenhorn; maternal grandparents, Steve & Virginia Leah Sokol; paternal grandmother, Cheryl L. Farley; and his...

Sam Hubbell

Sam Hubbell

Jun 27, 2017

Samuel V. “Sam” Hubbell, 77, of Fountain City, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.    He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio on September 25, 1939 to James and Mamie Jean Farish Hubbell. Following Mr. Hubbell’s death when Sam was a child, his mother married Dr. Paul Mauer, who stepped in as Dad. Sam...

Charles Cole

Charles Cole

Jun 23, 2017

Charles C. Cole, 88, of Fountain City, passed away in the comfort of his home, in the presence of his family, on Friday, June 23.    He was born in Nicholasville, Kentucky on December 20, 1928 to Charley and May Daugherty Cole. He served in the US Navy during World War Two. He and the former Ruth Brown were married...

Jan Clements

Jan Clements

Jun 20, 2017

Mr. Jan Clements, 53, of Fountain City, passed away on Tuesday, June 20 at his residence.    Jan was born in Richmond, Indiana on October 6, 1963 to Kenneth B. & Sarah E. Arnett Clements, both of whom preceded him in death.    Jan was a 1981 graduate of Northeastern High School. He attended Ball State University.  He worked many years...

Ruth Welch

Ruth Welch

Jun 7, 2017

Mrs. Ruth E. Welch, 94, of Winchester, passed away on Wednesday, June 7 at Reid Health.    She was born on March 2, 1923 in Richmond, Indiana to William E. & Lora Huntsinger Hieger. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School.    Ruth married Floyd E. Welch on September 5, 1943. They were blessed with four children and shared...

Rhea Martin

Rhea Martin

Jun 4, 2017

Rhea A. Martin, 85, of Fountain City, passed away on Sunday, June 4 at Arbor Trace.    She was born on January 1, 1932 on the family farm on Seaney Road to Elmer and Marie Harding Hill, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a graduate of Fountain City High School.    She was a member of the...

Richard "Dick" Wise

Richard "Dick" Wise

May 29, 2017

Richard William “Dick” Wise, 81, formerly of the Economy and Williamsburg area, passed away on Monday, May 29.    He was born in New Castle, Indiana on December 2, 1935 to Leonard and Frances Mae Beard Wise. He farmed and was also a carpenter, having worked for Oberle and Delucio & Sons. He enjoyed driving antique tractors, visiting with his...

Johnnie Poynter

Johnnie Poynter

May 19, 2017

Mr. Johnnie L. Poynter, 76, of Greens Fork, passed away on Friday, May 19.    He was born in New Castle, Indiana on August 23, 1940 to Lester and Mary Stefandel Poynter. He graduated from New Castle High School and attended Ball State University. He served in the US Air Force from 1962-1966.    Johnnie worked for Dana Corporation prior...

Barbara Abbott

Barbara Abbott

May 8, 2017

Barbara Mae Abbott, a.k.a Mimi, entered eternal life on May 8, 2017.  Everyone who met Mimi loved her.  She always had a kind word for everyone!    She was born on October 13, 1930 to the late George and Jennie Retz. She married her childhood sweetheart, Norman “Bud” Abbott, on February 23, 1948. Barbara was a lifelong resident of Lynn, Indiana.     ...

Clare McQuiston

Clare McQuiston

Apr 30, 2017

Clare G. McQuiston went home to be with his Lord on April 30, 2017. He was 88.    He was born May 13, 1928 in Richmond to J. Raymond and Olive Hunt McQuiston and lived all of his life in Fountain City and Richmond. He was graduated from Fountain City High School in 1946 and received a degree in General...

Tim Raider

Tim Raider

Apr 20, 2017

Timothy Kyle “Timo-Supremo” Raider, 29, laid down on 4/17 and took off again on 4/20.    He was born in Greenfield, Indiana on September 7, 1987.    Tim enjoyed being a stay-at-home Dad. He also enjoyed playing video games, drawing, building models and tattooing. He was also a Juggalo and enjoyed playing music. His last act on earth was to...

Kenton Anderson

Kenton Anderson

Mar 31, 2017

Kenton Alfred Anderson, 68, of Williamsburg, passed away on Friday, March 31 in the comfort of a home filled with family.    He was born in Winchester, Indiana on September 6, 1948 to Junior and Glenna Ruth Davis Anderson. He was a 1966 graduate of Williamsburg High School.    Kenton worked over 30 years with Belden before retiring as a...

Charles "Chuck"  Blunk

Charles "Chuck" Blunk

Mar 26, 2017

Mr. Charles W. “Chuck” Blunk, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 26 at Arbor Trace in Richmond.    He was born in Mitchell, Indiana on October 4, 1935 to Woodrow “Hank” and Mary Thornburg Blunk. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1954. He married the former Nancy Mills on July 4, 1954. They shared nearly 63 years together...

Gene Stamper

Gene Stamper

Mar 24, 2017

Mr. Gene Stamper, 86, passed away on Friday, March 24 at his residence.    He was born in Kimbrell, Kentucky on February 17, 1931 to Henry and Sarah Elizabeth Abney Stamper.    Gene worked on the Pennsylvania Railroad before entering the US Army on Nov. 13, 1952. He was a combat veteran of the Korean War, serving in Co. G...

Joan Crome Ray

Joan Crome Ray

Mar 20, 2017

August 17, 1938 – March 20, 2017    Our family is saddened to announce that Joan, cherished and much loved wife of Hendren Ray Jr., passed away peacefully at home.    They were married on June 29th, 1958 at the Webster Methodist Church and have lived happily ever after! Joan graduated from Ball State University and Wayne State University and...

Edward "Ted" Cook

Edward "Ted" Cook

Mar 16, 2017

Mr. Edward T. “Ted” Cook, 75, passed away on Thursday, March 16 at Reid Health due to complications from pneumonia and influenza.    He was born in Greenville, Ohio on March 20, 1941 to Samuel Edward and Ester Smock Cook.    Mr. Cook worked in the drafting room at Hobart Manufacturing until his retirement. He was a member of Fraternal...

George "Boog" Halcomb, Jr.

George "Boog" Halcomb, Jr.

Mar 11, 2017

George G. “Boog” Halcomb, Jr., 41, of Lynn, passed away Saturday, March 11, in Columbus, Ohio.    He was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 11, 1975 to George Sr. & Debra Caldwell Halcomb. He was a 1993 graduate of Randolph Southern High School and earned an Associates Degree from ITT Technical Institute. He worked in construction doing hotel renovation...

Daren "Luey" Smith

Daren "Luey" Smith

Mar 6, 2017

Mr. Daren J. “Luey” Smith, 46, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly to be with the Lord on Monday, March 6.    He was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 16, 1970 to William Earl and Wilma Jean Brandenburg Smith. He was a 1989 graduate of Northeastern High School and went on to earn Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Civil Engineering...

Olivia Dawn Daugherty

Olivia Dawn Daugherty

Mar 5, 2017

Olivia Dawn Daugherty, 28, of Williamsburg, passed away on Sunday, March 5.    Olivia was born in Richmond, Indiana on May 25, 1988. She attended Northeastern High School and National Trail High School. Olivia loved her boys more than anything. She loved animals and dreamed of having a garden. She loved her family, which is left broken-hearted by her passing....

Charles R. Spurrier

Charles R. Spurrier

Mar 1, 2017

Charles R. “Chuck” Spurrier, 99, of Richmond, passed away early on Wednesday, March 1, at Reid Health.    He was born in Jonesville, Virginia on November 30, 1917 to Enos Bird and Rebecca Jane Ely Spurrier. He had lived in Wayne County since 1943. He farmed in the Fountain City area and was a tool maker at Alcoa, retiring in...