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Sue Carol Smock
Sue Carol Smock, 91, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Witham Memorial Hospital in Lebanon, Indiana. Private burial of ashes will be held at Old Union Cemetery in rural Jamestown. Myers Mortuary and Boone County Crematory have been entrusted with her care.

Scott Carney
May 11 min read


Brenda Lee Black
Brenda Lee Black, 56, of Frankfort, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026. She was born in Elmwood, Indiana on June 4, 1969, a daughter of the late Wanda Shockley. She was a 1987 graduate of Kokomo High School. She was also a graduate of Kaplan University with a B.S. in Occupational Safety. Brenda is survived by her daughters, Heather (Tobias) Shepherd of Lebanon, IN and Brittany (Shelby) Breen of Sheridan, IN; her partner, Greg Black; stepson, Devin Black; siblings,

Scott Carney
May 11 min read


Jeanette Theresa (Quellhorst) Padgett
Jeanette Theresa (Quellhorst) Padgett, 91, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at her home in Lebanon, Indiana. She was born in Tipton, Indiana, on April 1, 1935, the youngest child of the late Raymond and Nellie (Tragesser) Quellhorst. Jeanette was a 1953 graduate of Lebanon High School in Lebanon, Indiana. She was a member of the Prom Queen’s Court, business manager of the Cedars yearbook and President of the Sunbeam Society. She attended Ball State University. On June 5, 1

Scott Carney
Apr 302 min read


JoAnne Fisher
JoAnne Fisher, 64, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis after a long illness. She was born February 9, 1962, to the late Phillip "Tuffy" Hoffman, Jr. and Barbara Ann (Salsman) Hoffman. From a young age, JoAnne developed a strong work ethic while helping her parents with their concession business. She carried that dedication throughout her life. JoAnne lived in Tennessee for many years, where she worked as a medical office manager and he

Scott Carney
Apr 302 min read


Toila “Jeannine” Clanton
Toila “Jeannine” Clanton, 77, of New Ross, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Ben Hur Health and Rehab in Crawfordsville, surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 1, 1948, in Shelby County, a daughter of the late Earl and Stella (Alexander) McDonald. Jeannine married Richard Clanton on December 12, 1965, and he preceded her in death on September 25, 2024. Jeannine dedicated much of her life to caring for others. She worked in nursing homes, helped operate th

Scott Carney
Apr 281 min read


Ruth Spear
Our sweet mother. Ruth Spear, peacefully left for Heaven on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, just 7 days short of her 101st birthday. We also send yet another thank-you to the over 180 kind-hearted Lebanon and County residents who generously made her 100th birthday 2025 that much more special by sending a 100th birthday card to mark her Century birthday last year, which was a source of great joy to her. She passed peacefully at home, where she has been living with her daughter sinc

Scott Carney
Apr 242 min read


Brenda Montgomery
Mrs. Brenda Montgomery, 72, of Lebanon, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026, at Witham Memorial Hospital in Lebanon. She was born August 27, 1953, in Lebanon, a daughter of the late James Dee and Anna Mae (Isenhour) Miller. Brenda married Dicky Lee Montgomery on November 29, 1974, and he preceded her in death on April 19, 2010. Brenda worked at several places throughout her life, including A & P Grocery Store, Safeway, Prairie Industries, and KFC. She later retired from Kauffm

Scott Carney
Apr 221 min read


Theresa June Parks
Theresa June Parks, 65, passed away at her home in Advance, Indiana on Thursday, April 16, 2026. She was born on November 7, 1960, in Christopher, Illinois, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Anne (Seddler) Barnouski. On November 18, 1989, she married Daniel Kirk Parks in Indianapolis; he survives. She graduated from Christopher High School in Illinois and studied nursing at SIU College. Theresa worked in the healthcare field for many years and was a dedicated homemaker. She

Scott Carney
Apr 211 min read


Keith Schneider
Keith Schneider, 60, of Lebanon, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 16, 2026. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on October 26, 1965. Keith was a Master Carpenter by trade and his hobbies included riding his motorcycle, cooking, especially for friends and family. You could always find him visiting with friends at the Legion or the VFW. While he was out, he’d always brag about his grandkids and most people would describe him as cantankerous and hard-head

Scott Carney
Apr 211 min read


Grace Ann Howe
Grace Ann Howe, 21, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026. She was born on September 1, 2004, the daughter of Christopher Joseph and Ehrin Janelle (Mast) Howe. Grace graduated from Zionsville High School in 2023. Grace was a friend to all. She was active in Choralaires where she was a section leader & was also an editor on the yearbook staff. Over the years, you may have seen her smiling face at Dunkin, The Animal Den, Starbucks, Moontown Brewing, & Papa John’s. Grace was pas

Scott Carney
Apr 211 min read


B. Lorraine Phelps
Mrs. B. Lorraine Phelps, 81, of Noblesville, passed away Monday, April 13, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Lorraine was born January 5, 1945, in Harlan County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Judge Finley and Cornie Daisey (Vaughn) Boggs. She married David Harrel Phelps on January 19, 1963, in Livingston, Tennessee, and he preceded her in death on November 15, 1995. Lorraine had a deep love for the arts and found joy in crafting and making dolls. Her

Scott Carney
Apr 161 min read


Michael Ray “Mike” Rudder
Michael Ray “Mike” Rudder, 57, passed away at his home in Jamestown, Indiana on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He was born on July 13, 1968, in Marion County, Indiana, a son of the late Donald and Barbara (Kernodle) Rudder. He graduated from Plainfield High School in 1986. Mike was employed at Aurora Auto Parts in Lebanon for many years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and horses. Most of all, Mike cherished time with his loved ones. He is survived by his companion of 15 years, Ama

Scott Carney
Apr 161 min read


Carol Joan Thomas
Carol Joan Thomas, 85, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Homewood Health Campus in Lebanon, Indiana. She was born in Lebanon on December 1, 1940, the daughter of the late Buren Eugene and Anna Louise (Isenhower) Rodgers. From 1960–1975, she was married to Gene Thomas. Carol was a 1959 graduate of Lebanon High School. She had worked in the banking industry for many years, including AFNB Indianapolis, Boone County State Bank, Lakeside Bank and Oak Brook Bank Chicago. Sh

Scott Carney
Apr 161 min read


Thomas Wayne Meyer
Thomas Wayne Meyer, 77, passed away at his home in Lebanon, Indiana on Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born on March 18, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, son of Louise Meyer. Thomas honorably served in the Army National Guard from 1969-1973. He is survived by his wife, Kristy L. (Yeich) Meyer of Lebanon; daughters, Melissa, Krystal, Jennifer, and Teresa; stepsons, Chad (Kris) Ewbank and Matthew Ewbank; grandchildren, Monica, Trinity, and Airik; great grandchildren; Xavier and A

Scott Carney
Apr 161 min read


Shelley Michelle Jamison
Shelley Michelle Jamison, 60, passed away at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, Indiana on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born in Lebanon, Indiana, on February 5, 1966, a daughter of the late Karen Sue (Scott) Lawson. She attended Lebanon High School. Shelley married Kenneth Leroy Jamison, Jr. in Lebanon. He preceded her in death on October 11, 2007. She worked at Pizza King in Lebanon and was a dedicated homemaker. Shelley enjoyed coloring, watching soap operas, and spend

Scott Carney
Apr 141 min read


Julia Ann Miller
Julia Ann Miller, 88, passed away at her home in Lebanon, Indiana on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born in Lebanon, on June 2, 1937, a daughter of the late Raymond R. and Dorothy I. (Cunningham) Heath. Survivors include her children, Tamra L. “Tammy” Miller of Arizona, Jacqueline A. “Jackie” Birsfield of Texas, and Elizabeth Sue Schnur of Kirklin; grandchildren, Alexia Lopez, Matthew McQuern, and Hunter Birsfield; and four great grandchildren. In addition to her parents,

Scott Carney
Apr 141 min read


Tina Marie Buckingham
Tina Marie Buckingham, 69, of Thorntown, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at St. Vincent Heart Center in Indianapolis. She was born in Lebanon on September 14, 1956; a daughter of the late William V. and Mary Margaret (VanMeter) Buckingham. Private Family Graveside Services will be held at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Thorntown, Indiana. Myers Mortuary has been entrusted with her arrangements. Memorials may be directed in her memory to the Humane Society for Boone Co

Scott Carney
Apr 131 min read


Frances Ann McElwee
Frances went to be with her savior on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from her home in Lebanon, Indiana. Frances was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother who always had a beautiful smile. Frances was the eldest daughter of Frank and Anna Catharine (Kincaid) Hiland who preceded her in death. She was a life-long resident of Boone County and was a graduate of Lebanon High School. Frances graduated from the Methodist School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse and spent he

Scott Carney
Apr 92 min read


Robert L. “Bob” Hochstetler
Robert L. “Bob” Hochstetler, 65, passed away at his home in Lebanon on Saturday April 4, 2026. He was born in Seymour, Indiana, on March 28, 1961. Bob graduated from Seymour High School in 1979 and received an associate’s degree from Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis. On August 18, 2001, he married Kathryn Jean (Stone) Hochstetler in Brownsburg. She passed away on March 7, 2018. Bob, a retired UPS mail carrier, was passionate about restoring old cars, enjoyed hotrods and socializi

Scott Carney
Apr 91 min read


Brian Michael Medley
Brian Michael Medley, 53, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was born on January 11, 1973, in Valparaiso, Indiana, to Linda Susan Medley and Jon Mark Medley. Brian grew up in Portage, Indiana, where he was actively involved in sports both through organized teams and countless neighborhood games. His love of sports continued throughout his life; he was an avid fan who enjoyed following teams, talking stats, and sharing in the excitement of the game with others, especially when

Scott Carney
Apr 82 min read
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