Jackson County Indiana Obituaries

A Brownstown man died late Saturday morning when his motorcycle collided with a vehicle driven by a Medora man. Police said Milburn G. Adams, 24, of 220 W. Commerce St., Brownstown, died of decapitation. Police said he was traveling west on U.S. 50 four miles west of Brownstown on a motorcycle. He was not wearing a helmet and was believed to be killed upon impact, police said. Police said Leland Price Wayt, 77, Medora, was driving north on County Road 500W and had stopped at the U.S. 50 intersection. Wayt told police he was nearly across the edge line of U.S. 50 on the north side when Adams struck him. Wayt was reported in stable condition at Jackson County Schneck Memorial Hospital. He sustained facial lacerations. Damage to Adams’ motorcycle and Wayt’s vehicle was estimated between $1,000 and $2,500 each. Police cited Wayt for failure to yield the right of way on a through highway. The incident is still under investigation. Jackson County Sheriff David J. Rorig investigated. He was assisted by Jackson County Coroner Dr. Mark Bevers, Paul Starr of Medora Police Department, Chuck Greger of Brownstown Police Department and Brownstown Fire Department. A member of Brownstown Christian Church, Mr. Adams worked as a welder at Jeff Boat in Jeffersonville. He served for four years in the U.S. Navy. Born Nov. 26, 1965, in Seymour, he was the son of Wade and Mary Alice Overshiner. Both survive in Brownstown. Other survivors include two brothers, Wade Adams Jr. and Jacob Shawn Adams, both of Brownstown; and a sister, Sarah Beth Adams, Brownstown. Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Zabel Funeral Home, Brownstown. The Rev. Gary Morning will officiate. Burial will be in Smallwood Cemetery near Brownstown. Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Jackson County Juvenile Residence. – Seymour Daily Tribune – September 17, 1990 - submitted by Francie Ede

Bramble Adams, 85, of Clearspring, died at 7:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at his daughter's residence. He was a member of Valley Home Old Regular Baptist Church. He was a carpenter. He was born April 25, 1917, at Blackey, Ky., a son of the late John Adams and Ella Bach Adams. He was married Dec. 23, 1936, at Whitesburg, Ky., to Ethel Collins Adams, and she died July 9, 1998. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Lois Loudin of Seymour and Sharon Sturgill of Clearspring; a sister, Inez Majors of Indianapolis; and 10 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two sons, John W. Adams and O. D. Adams; a brother, Vincent Adams, and two grandchildren, Sarah Beth Adams and Milburn Adams. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Tuesday, at Valley Home Old Regular Baptist Church near Freetown with Brother Steve Day officiating. Burial will be at Valley Home Old Regular Baptist Cemetery. Friends may call from noon until service time today at the church. Zabel Funeral Home, Brownstown, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be given to Jackson County Hospice. – Jackson County Banner – February 25, 2003 - submitted by Francie Ede

A 19-year-old Brownstown woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident at 8:44 a.m. Saturday, April 13, on St. Rd. 11 north of Columbus. Police said Sarah Beth Adams was killed when she pulled her vehicle from the driveway of a business into the path of a northbound car driven by Elaine Powell, 48, Columbus. Both vehicles traveled down an embankment on the west side of the road. Adams was pronounced dead at the Bartholomew County Hospital. Powell and a passenger in her vehicle, Sherry Wilson, Columbus, were taken to the Bartholomew County Hospital where they were released after being treated for injuries. Police said rain was probably a contributing factor. Adams reportedly had traveled to Columbus on an errand for her father, John Adams. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at Zabel Funeral Home, Brownstown, with Rev. Gary Morning officiating. Burial will be in the Smallwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today, Tuesday, April 16, from 3 until 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of the service. Miss Adams was born Dec. 25, 1971 in New Albany to John Wade and Mary Alice Overshiner Adams. Her parents survive in Brownstown. She was a 1990 graduate of Brownstown Central High School and was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church. Survivors include the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bramble Adams, Brownstown Rt. 1; two brothers, John Wade Adams Jr. and Jacob Adams, both of Brownstown, and three nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother. Memorials may be made to the church youth group. - Jackson County Banner – April 16, 1991 - submitted by Francie Ede

Name of Deceased: Henry Alwes
Obit: Died. It is with feelings of sadness, that we today announce that the grim messanger, death, has again invaded our midst, and suddenly removed one of Seymours best known and highly esteemed citizens and business men in the person of Henry Alwes, aged 63 years 7 months and 8 days. Mr. Alwes attended to his arduous duties in the store yesterday, and at the usual hour retired to bed, last night, feeling as well as at any time for months, little thinking that his leave on life was so near at hand. Every thing passed as usual during thenight, till at fifteen minutes past midnight, his son Charles H. was awakened adn to his astonishment discovererd hisfather had just entered his bedroom, which Charles said "what's the matter, father, " and the latter said "I am choking, there is something in my throat." The son quickly responed by saying "cough it up, father, and you will feel better." HIs father said "I can't, go for someone." Charles said, I "can't leave you, father, but I'll take you back to mother's room, " which he did, and started hurriedly for the family physican, who reached the residence, but saw at once that nothing could be done, and in just ten minutes from the time Mr. Alwes made his first complaint he quietly sank to his eternal rest and his soul was wafted to the God that gave it. His trouble was pronounced to be heart disease. We learn that he had never been troubled with anything of the kind. On the occasion of the burning of the opera house Mr. Alwes was attending divine worship at the german M. E. church, and when the fire alarm was sounded he imagined his store was on fire, from the light, which gave him great uneasiness, and it preyed so heavily upon his mind, that he manifested pain about his heart. It is thought possible that this may have resulted in the trouble that caused his death.
Mr. Alwes was born on the 16th of July, 1824, at Wilfel, Hanover, GErmany. He emigrated to America, April 12, 1854 and settled at Cleveland, Ohio. From there he went to Louisville, Ky., where he worked at his trade, tailoring. In 1853 he went to New Albany, this state, where he engaged in teh dry goods and clothing business. He came to Seymour in the spring of 1868, and engaged in merchant tailoring in the room now occupied by Charles Bevins. He moved to his present location in the fall of 1876, where he engaged in the clothing and merchant tailoring business, and by economy, industry and honorable dealing with every one, he worked himself into notoriety as a first class business man and the complete confidence of all with whom he became acquainted. He was married to Miss Eliazabeth Kleiber, June 15th, 1856, at New Albany. To them ten children were born, six of whom-Mrs. W. H. Burkley, Charles H., Fred., Emma, Birdie, and Daisy-are living, all of whom reside here, except Fred., , who has been engaged in teh baking powder business at New Albany. Mr. Alwes had been consistent member of the german m. e. church for 25 years, and if there ever was a perfect christian gentleman in Seymour, or one who closely attended to his own affairs that man was Henry Alwes, whose sad death has thrown a gloom over the city. His bereaved wife and children have the warmest sympathies of their host of sorrowing friends. Mr. Alwes carried a life policy for $2,000.00. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon, from the german m.e. church, and the remains will be placed in the vault. All friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend.
County Name: Jackson State: In
Newspaper: Seymour Daily Republican February 24, 1888. Vol. 6 NO 61, the Friday Evening editionSubmitters Name: Diana Alwes Webb

Jacob Becker Seymour, Ind, April 23 Jacob Becker, a saloon keeper in this city, committed suicide this afternoon by shooting: himself. He went to the woodshed and, with a shot gun, shot himself in the neck. The members of his family rushed out and found him dead. The cause for the rash act is not known, but worry over financial affairs is the supposition. Becker had been in business here for a number of years and was a respected citizen. He was about sixty-five years old, and leaves a wife, two daughters and one son.
Indiana Journal April 28 1897

Alfred Campbell Sr., 64, of 615 Mill St., died at 9:20 p.m. Saturday at his home. He had been in failing health several months. Mr. Campbell retired in 1977 from the H.O. Canfield Co., Seymour, after 20 years’ service. He was a World War II veteran and was a member of Seymour Post 89, American Legion, and the local 40 et 8. Born Feb. 26, 1915, in Columbus, he was a son of Fred J. and Mayme E. Hoggins Campbell. On Nov. 21, 1934, he married Violet M. Henderson, who survives. Also surviving are five children, Alfred Campbell Jr., Little Acres; Barbara Deane Shipley, Merrill Lynn Campbell Sr., Michael Lee Campbell, all of Seymour; and Cynthia Gayle Piercefield, Columbus; 17 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Kathryn Geary, Indianapolis; and a niece. Services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday from Voss Chapel with the Rev. Ronald A. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, with military graveside rites. Friends may call at any time at Voss Mortuary. - Seymour Daily Tribune – October 8, 1979 - submitted by Francie Ede

Couple Found Dead in Car - A man and a woman were found dead in a car parked along a county road near Honeytown on Saturday morning, March 3. The pair apparently died of carbon monoxide poisoning. The victims were Norma Ann Campbell, 37, Brownstown, and William E. Martin, 32, Bedford Rt. 3. Their bodies were discovered at 9:16 a.m. on Co. Rd. 300-N near the White Creek Bridge east of Honeytown. According to police, a passing motorist, Jack McKain, saw the parked car and stopped to investigate. He found the pair in the front seat of the car and immediately notified the Jackson County Police Department. Sgt. Richard Goben, the investigating officer, said that when he arrived at the scene the car ignition was on and the radio playing, but the engine was not running, apparently having run out of gas. Jackson County Coroner Keith Burkholder, who was called to the scene, stated that carbon monoxide poisoning was the apparent cause of death. Burkholder reportedly said foul play had been “ruled out” of the investigation. The coroner placed the time of death at approximately 3:30 a.m. Saturday, about 6 hours before the couple was found. Mrs. Campbell was born Nov. 22, 1935, in Brownstown, the daughter of the late Otho and Uvah Green Overshiner. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and worked at Sparton Indiana, Inc. She was formerly married to Alfred Campbell Jr. Three children survive: Gordon Ray, serving with the U.S. Army in Frankfort, Germany; Bradley J., at home; and Herchana, also at home. Other survivors are 3 sisters: Mrs. Damon Reynolds, Brownstown; Mrs. James Johnson, Tampa, Fla.; and Mrs. John Adams, New Albany. Services were held Tuesday, March 6, from the Zabel Funeral Home, with the Rev. Larry Morris, assistant pastor of Brownstown Christian Church, officiating. Burial was in the Smallwood Cemetery. - Brownstown Banner – March 7, 1973 - submitted by Francie Ede

Violet M. Campbell, 70, of 816 Evergreen Drive, Seymour, died at 3:10 p.m. Saturday, at Jackson Park Convalescent Center, Seymour, after a four-month illness. She was a housewife. Born Feb. 1, 1917, in Jackson County, she was the daughter of Arthur Raymond Henderson and Flora Izora Davis. She lived her entire life in Jackson County. She married Alfred Campbell Sr. on Nov. 21, 1934, in Columbus. He preceded her in death on Oct. 6, 1979. Survivors include three sons, Alfred Campbell Jr., Seymour R4; Merrill Lynn Campbell Sr. and Michael L. Campbell, both of Seymour; two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Barbara D.) Shipley, Seymour R5, and Cynthia Gayle Piercefield, Columbus; 17 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Marvin Henderson, Frost Proof, Fla., and Oral Henderson, Seymour. Two brothers preceded her in death. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Voss Chapel, Seymour, with the Rev. D.G. Morris officiating. Burial will be at Riverview Cemetery, Seymour. Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and from noon until time of service Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund. Seymour Daily Tribune – April 6, 1987 - submitted by Francie Ede

Funeral rites were held Monday afternoon from the Winklepleck Funeral Home for 71-year-old Speed Harrison Collingsworth, who had been a resident of Brownstown for more than a half-century. Mr. Collingsworth, who had been in failing health for about seven years and bedfast a greater part of the time since suffering a stroke of paralysis a year ago, died about 3:30 o’clock Friday afternoon. His condition had been critical for two days. A native of Berea, Kentucky, he was born December 9, 1885, a son of the late Ed and Caroline Collingsworth. In 1903 he moved to Brownstown for residence. In February of the following year, he was married to Fannie Kindred and to this union were born ten children, five of whom are deceased. Those surviving are Harry Collingsworth, of Mishawaka; Mrs. Eva Barnes, of Indianapolis; Mrs. Hubert Ashcraft and Mrs. Vivian Weasner, of Seymour, and Mrs. William Rochner, of Brownstown. On June 3, 1942 he was married to Ethel Bidwell Lee, who survives. To this union was born one son, Speed Collingsworth Jr., at home. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Mr. Collingsworth was a laborer and was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church. Bob Martin, pastor of Vallonia Christian Church, was in charge of the funeral service and interment was in Fairview Cemetery here. - Brownstown Banner – July 31, 1957 - submitted by Francie Ede

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Name of Deceased: George Hester Conner County Name: Jackson State: IN Newspaper: Brownstown Banner
Obit: Geo. H. Conner, 64, Dies Sunday
Funeral Services Held Tuesday Afternoon-Had Been in Business In Brownstown 33 Years As Jeweler-
Was Former Telegraph Operator for Pennsylvania Railroad At Seymour.
     George H. Conner, age 64 years, a well known and prominent business man, passed away at his home in Brownstown Sunday morning at 10 O’clock. He had been ill for about two months but the immediate cause of his death was a cerebral hemorrhage.
Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday afternoon 2:30 o’clock with the Rev. John U. Phelps, pastor of the Christian church in charge. Burial is in Fairview cemetery.
     Mr. Conner was a life long resident of Jackson county. He was the son of Andrew A. and Nancy Watson Conner, both deceased, and was born at Rockford October 22 1879. He attended the Shields high school and for several years he was employed as a telegraph operator for the Pennsylvania railroad in Seymour and at other stations in southern Indiana. Later her moved to Brownstown with his parents, where for thirty-three years he was engaged in the jewelry business and with close attention to his work, met with success.
     On August 15, 1912, he was married to Miss Ethel Ball, who survives. He was a member of Washington Lodge, No. 13, Free and Accepted Masons of Brownstown. He was well known over the county and leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his death.
     Survivors besides the widow are three sons, Dr. Donald W. Conner, of Terre Haute, Dr. Merle Conner, of Chicago, and George H. Conner Jr. at home. One sister, Mrs. O.H. Burrell of Seymour, and two grandchildren survive.
Died Sunday July 9th, 1944
Buried Tuesday July 11th, 1944 in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown Indiana. Jackson County

Carl E. Defibaugh, 75, Brownstown, died at 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Memorial Hospital in Seymour. He had been ill for six months. He was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and was a World War II veteran. He retired in 1982 from Kieffer Paper Mill and was a former deputy with the Brownstown Police Department. He was a member of American Legion Post 112, Brownstown Veterans of Foreign Wars, Washington Lodge F&AM 13, Order of Eastern Star 264, Fraternal Order of Police, and Hickory Hills Golf Course where he was a board member for four years. He was born Jan. 26, 1920 in Richmond to the late Carl E. and Leona Corter Defibaugh. He moved to Jackson County in 1940. He married the former Rebecca Megan Gray on March 1, 1941 in Bedford, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 5, 1976. He married Roberta Jane Rochner on April 19, 1987 in Indianapolis, and she survives. Other survivors include three sons, Terry Dennis Defibaugh, Jackson, Miss.; Joseph Danny Defibaugh, Deputy, and M. Jonathan Rochner, Evansville; four daughters, Carla Jean Miller, Seymour; Kem Watts, Peru; Marcia McKinney, Indianapolis, and Rebecca Poe, Jeffersonville; 16 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. today, Thursday, Jan. 25, at Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home in Brownstown with Gary Morning officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown, with full military rites. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 8 a.m. until time of the service. Memorials may be made to the Brownstown Christian Church or the donor’s choice. - Jackson County Banner – January 25, 1996 - submitted by Francie Ede

Mrs. Anna Green, wife of William E. Green, owner of Green’s Market in Ewing, died early Sunday morning at her home here. Mrs. Green had been in a wheel chair since suffering a stroke of paralysis twelve years ago and her condition had been critical since a second stroke suffered about ten days ago. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from Brownstown Christian Church in charge of Bob Martin, pastor of Vallonia Christian Church. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery here. Mrs. Green, who was sixty-two years old, had spent all of her life in Brownstown where she was born on April 28, 1895, a daughter of the late Louis J. and Rosa K. Krantz Rochner. She and Mr. Green were married here on April 2, 1913. Surviving in addition to the husband are a daughter, Mrs. Otho Overshiner, of Brownstown, four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a brother, William E. Rochner, and a sister, Mrs. Ezra Young, all of Brownstown. Mrs. Green was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends. - Brownstown Banner – August 7, 1957 - submitted by Francie Ede

William E. “Bill” Green, 72, retired Brownstown merchant, passed away Saturday at 10 p.m. at the Rose Lawn Annex in Seymour after being in failing health for the past year. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the Brownstown Christian Church with Rev. Lacey Satterfield, pastor, in charge. Burial in Fairview Cemetery. Friends may call at any time at the Zabel Funeral Home in Brownstown and between 1 and 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Brownstown Christian Church. He was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church. Born November 16, 1891, in Brownstown Township, he was the son of the late Jacob A. Sr., and Alice Lewis Green. He was a life-long resident of Jackson County. On April 5, 1913, he was married in Brownstown to Anna Rochner. She preceded him in death on August 5, 1958. Surviving are four granddaughters, Mrs. Alfred Campbell, Jr., of Madison; Mrs. Wade Adams, of Brownstown; Mrs. James Johnson, of Columbus, and Mrs. Anna Margaret Overshiner, at home; three great-grandchildren; a brother, J. A. “Obb” Green, of Freetown R1; a sister, Mrs. J. M. Callahan of North Vernon, and two step-sisters, Mrs. Nellie Stilwell, of Freetown R1, and Mrs. Rella Goss, of Jonesville. One daughter, two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. - Seymour Daily Tribune – December 30, 1963 - submitted by Francie Ede

Couple Found Dead in Car - A man and a woman were found dead in a car parked along a county road near Honeytown on Saturday morning, March 3. The pair apparently died of carbon monoxide poisoning. The victims were Norma Ann Campbell, 37, Brownstown, and William E. Martin, 32, Bedford Rt. 3. Their bodies were discovered at 9:16 a.m. on Co. Rd. 300-N near the White Creek Bridge east of Honeytown. According to police, a passing motorist, Jack McKain, saw the parked car and stopped to investigate. He found the pair in the front seat of the car and immediately notified the Jackson County Police Department. Sgt. Richard Goben, the investigating officer, said that when he arrived at the scene the car ignition was on and the radio playing, but the engine was not running, apparently having run out of gas. Jackson County Coroner Keith Burkholder, who was called to the scene, stated that carbon monoxide poisoning was the apparent cause of death. Burkholder reportedly said foul play had been “ruled out” of the investigation. The coroner placed the time of death at approximately 3:30 a.m. Saturday, about 6 hours before the couple was found. Mrs. Campbell was born Nov. 22, 1935, in Brownstown, the daughter of the late Otho and Uvah Green Overshiner. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and worked at Sparton Indiana, Inc. She was formerly married to Alfred Campbell Jr. Three children survive: Gordon Ray, serving with the U.S. Army in Frankfort, Germany; Bradley J., at home; and Herchana, also at home. Other survivors are 3 sisters: Mrs. Damon Reynolds, Brownstown; Mrs. James Johnson, Tampa, Fla.; and Mrs. John Adams, New Albany. Services were held Tuesday, March 6, from the Zabel Funeral Home, with the Rev. Larry Morris, assistant pastor of Brownstown Christian Church, officiating. Burial was in the Smallwood Cemetery. - Brownstown Banner – March 7, 1973 - submitted by Francie Ede

Anthony "Tony" Maschino, 50, of 803 S. Poplar St., Brownstown, died at 5:19 p.m. Thursday at his home after an 18-month illness.
He attended St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Seymour, and retired in August 1986 after 30 years with Cummins Engine Company. Mr. Maschino was born on March 21, 1937, in Seymour, the son of Frank Maschino and Mary Vogel. They are both deceased. He is a lifelong resident of Jackson County. He married Marilyn Wilson on June 23, 1956, in Seymour. She survives. Also surviving are two sons, Kevin Maschino, aboard the USS Enterprise, U. S. Navy; and Greg Maschino, Brownstown; three daughters, Lisa Maschino, White Plains, New York; Mrs. Brad (Michele) Emerson, Phoenix, Arizona; and Gina Maschino, Brownstown; three brothers, Orville Maschino, Seymour; Marvin Maschino, Dell City, Oklahoma; and Joe Maschino, Fort Worth, Texas; seven sisters, Mrs. Ken (Mary Jean) Kvaal, White Bear Lake, Minnesota; Annie Hill, Tempe, Arizona; Helen Thoele, Dolores Maschino, Mrs. Ted (Loretta) Henkle, Mrs. Harrell (Dorothy) Hess and Mrs. John (Millie) Thomas, all of Seymour. He is preceded in death by a sister. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Winklepeck-Weesner Funeral Home, Brownstown. The Rev. Joseph Sheets will officiate. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until time of service Saturday. Memorials can be made to the Cancer Fund or donor's choice. - Seymour Daily Tribune - Died: March 26, 1987 - submitted by James D. VanDerMark

Martin McCammett, aged forty-one, died early this morning of chronic trouble. He leaves a wife and four children. The remains will be taken to Lexington tomorrow.
Indiana Journal Oct. 21 1896

Warren Murphy
Seymour, IN. Aug.30,1897
Warren Murphy age 57, and old soldier, was found dead Sunday morning at the rear of George Lahrman’s saloon at Medora. Mr. Murphy was a member of the 22 Indiana Volunteers, and has been an inmate of the Soldier’s Home at Marion. Death resulted from heart failure.

Following an illness of two months, David R. Overshiner, age 74, died at his home on Vallonia Rural Route Thursday. Death was due to complications. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. James Trowbridge Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Burial in the Vallonia Cemetery. Mr. Overshiner was a well-known and highly respected farmer. He was the son of Isaac and Melissa Medlock Overshiner, both deceased, and was born on April 18, 1871. In 1902 he was married to Sarah Rich, who survives. He was a member of the Driftwood Christian Church. Surviving besides the widow are two sons, Roscoe and Otho Overshiner, of Brownstown, and three step-children, Oral Griffin, of South Carolina; Mrs. Freda Leffler, of Brownstown, and Armour Griffin. One brother, Floyd Overshiner, of Washington County, also survives. - Brownstown Banner – June 27, 1945 - submitted by Francie Ede

Ethel M. Overshiner, 81, Brownstown, died at 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, at her residence. She had been ill six years. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and was a homemaker. She was born April 13, 1912 in Green County to the late Chester Owen and Bertha Coleman Bedwell. Survivors include three sons, William “Bill” Lee, Brownstown; Clifford Lee, Columbus, and Speed Collingsworth, Arlington, Tex.; one sister, Eva Robison, Dugger; six grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. Three brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at the Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home, Brownstown, with Rev. Doug Lee officiating. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. - Jackson County Banner – December 28, 1993 - submitted by Francie Ede

A heart attack suffered Friday morning proved fatal to Otho G. Overshiner, life-long resident of this area. Funeral rites were held Monday afternoon from the Zabel Funeral Home in charge of Evan Bolejack, pastor of the Brownstown Christian Church, of which the deceased was a member. Burial was in Smallwood Cemetery in the Ratcliff Grove community. Mr. Overshiner had been in failing health for six months. He was born in Brownstown Township, April 27, 1914, a son of David and Sarah Rich Overshiner and was married on November 21, 1934 to Uvah Green, who died on April 29, 1961. In November 1963, Mr. Overshiner married Ethel Malloy, who survives. Also surviving are: four daughters, Mrs. Alfred Campbell, Jr. of Seymour; Mrs. Wade Adams, New Albany, Mrs. James Johnson, Columbus and Miss Anna Margaret Overshiner, at home. He also leaves seven grandchildren, a brother, Oscar Overshiner, Brownstown R2, a half-brother, Oral Griffin, Romaria, South Carolina and a half-sister, Mrs. Freda Leffler, Brownstown R2. Mr. Overshiner was employed by the Meyers Construction Company of Salem. - Brownstown Banner – August 9, 1967 - submitted by Francie Ede

Mrs. Sarah Ann Overshiner, 78, of Driftwood Township, died at the home of her son, Roscoe Overshiner, near Brownstown Friday morning at 10 o’clock. She had been ill six weeks with a complication of diseases. Mrs. Overshiner was a life-long resident of Jackson County. She was the daughter of the late George and Anna Heimer Rich and was born in Driftwood Township November 15, 1872. She was married twice, first to W. W. Griffin September 5, 1894 and on April 18, 1904, to David Overshiner, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a member of the Driftwood Christian Church, and had many friends. She is survived by five children; Roscoe and Otho Overshiner and Mrs. Freda Leffler, all of Brownstown; Oral Griffin, of Pomaria, S. C., and Armour Griffin. One brother, Jacob Rich, of Indianapolis; 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the Johnson Funeral Home, Vallonia, Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock in charge of the Rev. James Trowbridge. Burial in the Vallonia Cemetery. - Brownstown Banner – September 5, 1951 - submitted by Francie Ede

Funeral rites were held Monday afternoon from the Zabel Funeral Home for Mrs. Otho Overshiner, who died Saturday at her home here after an illness of five years. E. Lacy Satterfield, pastor of the Brownstown Christian Church, was in charge of the service. Burial followed in Smallwood Cemetery, west of Brownstown. A native of Sullivan County, Mrs. Overshiner, the former Uvah C. Green, was born February 23, 1915, a daughter of William Green and the late Anna Rochner Green. She and Mr. Overshiner were married in Brownstown on November 17, 1934. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church. Surviving, in addition to the husband and father, are four daughters, Mrs. Alfred Campbell, of Madison; Mrs. John Adams, Clearspring; Barbara Sue Overshiner and Anna Margaret Overshiner, at home, and two grandchildren. - Brownstown Banner – May 3, 1961 - submitted by Francie Ede

DNAD 2 May 1849 p 2 c 4: Died, in this city on Sunday the 29th, Mr. William W. Peck, of Jackson county, aged about 45 years. Mr. Peck was an extensive dealer in pork and had been down the river on that business, where he had a severe attack of the cholera, from the effects of which he finally died. He reached here on his way home on Sunday just one week before his death and was unable to proceed farther. He has left a widow and several small children and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. It w___ be a consolation to them to know that he had medical aid of the head of our city, and that all that could be done was done for his recovery. He was a man of sterling integrity and universally beloved and esteemed by all who knew him. His family has lost an excellent husband and father, and the community in which he lived a worthy and useful member and one whose loss will be deeply and extensively felt. — NAD 3 May 1849 p 3 c 3: Died, in this city on Sunday the 29th inst., Mr. William W. Peck, of Jackson county, aged about 45 years. . . . dealer in pork . .

Date: 1877-09-29; Paper: Indianapolis Sentinel Mortuary Notice)

Death of Isaac N. Phipps, an old resident of this city, died at Cleveland yesterday morning. His death was caused by old age, he having reached 79 years. Mr. Phipps was born in East Tennessee, near Cumberland, and removed to Brookville, this state, when quite a young man. He left there in 1833 or 1834 and took up his residence in this city, and entered into business. At first he was successful, but afterwards met with reverse which he finally overcame, and he became wealthy. He retired from business four or five years ago, and has since lived in his suburban house near the arsenal. He was twice married and raised a family of ten children, his daughters marrying well known business men of this city. Mr. Phipps was the oldest Methodist in this city that joined the church here. He will be buried from Roberts Park church tomorrow.

Date: 1877-10-01; Paper: Indianapolis Sentinel

[Roberts Park Church; Isaac N. Phipps; Rev. J. H. Bayless]
Roberts Park church was crowded to it’s utmost capacity yesterday afternoon on the occasion of the funeral of the venerable and lamented Isaac N. Phipps. The services were conducted by the Rev. J. H. Bayless, who gave a history of the life of the deceased, who was steward of the church for 43 years, and was one of the original members of Roberts Chapel. He was before death the oldest Methodist in the city. After the conclusion of the services at the church the body followed to the cemetery by a large number of relatives and friends.
Transcribed & Submitted by Dawn Minard

Charles Rochner, aged 36, of Brownstown, expired suddenly in his automobile Sunday night of heart trouble, while on his way home from Scottsburg. His three companions, Hartley Hotchkiss, Robert Trowbridge and Wayne Malloy, did not know of his demise until they reached Brownstown, thinking that he had fallen asleep as they drove home. The party of four left Brownstown about five or six o’clock Sunday evening driving to Seymour, thence to Scottsburg, where they had planned to attend a picture show. But it was too late when they reached there and they did not go to the show. They left Scottsburg on their return home about 10:30 o’clock, reaching Brownstown about midnight. On their return Rochner asked Malloy to drive the car. As they drove along the other three said they heard Rochner snoring and concluded he had fallen asleep. When they reached here the other three stopped at the Brownstown Lunch for a few minutes leaving Rochner in his car whom they still thought was asleep. Hotchkiss then got into his own car and drove home, while Trowbridge and Malloy got back in the Rochner car and drove to Ewing stopping in front of the Peoples store. There, Trowbridge and Malloy tried to arouse Rochner and discovered that he was dead. The two then went over to the B & O Depot, and Earl Harmon, son of E. C. Harmon, night operator, drove them to the county jail, where they aroused Deputy Sheriff Meredith Stewart, who called Dr. Joe Cummings and Sheriff Otis Hays, and they went to the Rochner car and found Rochner was dead. It was thought that he expired soon after the party left Scottsburg. Coroner Wm. A Dickmeyer was notified and the remains were turned over to undertaker Frank Zabel. Coroner Dickmeyer held an inquest Monday and rendered a verdict that death was due to organic heart trouble. Deceased was 36 years, 8 months and 18 days old. He was a veteran of the World War and served eighteen months in France as a bugler in the 65th Regiment. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rochner, of Brownstown, two brothers and two sisters, viz: Ralph, William Ernest and Mrs. Wm. Green, of Brownstown, and Mrs. Ezra Young of Keego Harbor, Mich. Funeral services under the auspices of Jackson Post American Legion were conducted at the Christian church this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. E. E. Pedicord, officiating, followed by interment in Fairview Cemetery. - Brownstown Banner – November 27, 1929 - submitted by Francie Ede

George “Skunk” Rochner, 79, of Brownstown, died at 8:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 1, 2003, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was a World War II Army veteran, he was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church, a retired tool and die maker, and he was an avid fisherman, trapper and hunter. Born Dec. 3, 1923 at Brownstown, he was a son of Ralph Rochner and Beatrice Rochner. He married Lois Juanita Reynolds Rochner and she died in 1978. Survivors include a son, Robert Rochner of Warren, Mich.; two daughters, Susie Shell and Jeanie Skaggs, both Brownstown; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two brothers, Ralph Jr. and Floyd Rochner. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, at Zabel Funeral Home with Rev. Jack Shake officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday at the funeral home. Graveside military rites will be held. - Jackson County Banner – September 4, 2003 - submitted by Francie Ede

Lillian Marie Rochner, 80, Brownstown, died at 3:10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 8, at her residence. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church, Senior Citizens Club of Brownstown, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10807 Women’s Auxiliary of Brownstown. She was born March 4, 1917 in Jackson County to the late Speed and Fannie Elizabeth Kindred Collingsworth Sr. On Aug. 12, 1933, she married William E. Rochner, and he survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Shirley Brewer of Vallonia and Mrs. Roger (Jo Ella) Nierman of Brownstown; two sons, Charles Rochner of Atlanta, Ga. and Harry Rochner of Brownstown; a sister, Mrs. Don (Jean) Ray, of Brownstown; a stepbrother, Speed Collingsworth Jr., Mansfield, Tex.; 11 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, four sisters, an infant brother, and two infant sisters. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home, Brownstown, with Gary Morning officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. today, Tuesday, Sept. 9, and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of the service. Memorials may be made to Home Health Care of Memorial Hospital, Brownstown Christian Church, or the Alzheimer’s Association. - Jackson County Banner – September 9, 1997 - submitted by Francie Ede

Lois Rochner, 52, of Bartow, Fla., and formerly of Brownstown, died Friday morning, June 9, at the Lakeland General Hospital in Lakeland, Fla. She was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church and had lived in Florida for three and one-half years. She was born Nov. 26, 1925, in Brownstown, to the former Alga Goodpaster and the late Orval Reynolds. On Feb. 6, 1943, she was married in Brownstown to George Rochner, who survives. In addition to her mother and husband, other survivors include a son, Robert Rochner, of Bartow, Fla.; two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Brenda Sue) Kirts, of Mulberry, Fla., and Mrs. William (Junieta Jean) Skaggs, of Brownstown; four brothers, Richard, Glenn, Raymond, and Daymond Reynolds, all of Brownstown; a sister, Mrs. Dan (Doris) Bowman, of Brownstown; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on Sunday afternoon, June 11, from the Zabel Funeral Home, Brownstown, with the Rev. Elvin Gray officiating. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. - Brownstown Banner – June 14, 1978 - submitted by Francie Ede

Louis J. Rochner, age 73 years, died at his home in Brownstown Friday morning at 1 o’clock. Death was due to a stroke he suffered three days before. Funeral services were conducted at the Christian Church Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock with the Rev. William Richmond, pastor, in charge. Burial in Fairview Cemetery. Mr. Rochner was the son of James and Mary Rochner and was born in Harrison County, Indiana, February 24, 1867, and moved to Jackson County with his parents when a boy. In 1890, he was married in Brownstown to Miss Rosa Krantz, who died suddenly July 6, 1939. Mr. Rochner was one of Jackson County’s well-known carpenters in which occupation he had been engaged about thirty-five years. On account of failing health he retired ten years ago, most of the time he was confined to his home. He leaves many friends to mourn his death. He was a member of the Christian church and the Modern Woodmen Lodge. He is survived by two sons and two daughters, Ralph and William Rochner, Mrs. Anna Green and Mrs. Clara Young, all of Brownstown; two brothers, August Rochner, of Corydon; George Rochner, of Palmyra; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. - Brownstown Banner – September 25, 1940 - submitted by Francie Ede

Ralph “Junior” Rochner, 47, Brownstown, died Friday afternoon, Oct. 20, at his home. Death was attributed to a heart attack. Born in Brownstown, he was the son of the late Ralph John and Beatrice Dobbins Rochner. On May 17, 1945, he married the former Roberta Gray in Indianapolis, and she survives. He was assistant postmaster in Brownstown and formerly had served as postmaster of the Ewing Post Office. He had spent 23 years with the U.S. Postal Service. A member of the Brownstown Christian Church, he was also treasurer of the Brownstown Lions Club, a member of the board of trustees of the Knights of Pythias, past chancellor and secretary of the Knights of Pythias, and a member of Camp Jackson Post 112, American Legion. He was a veteran of World War II. Other survivors are one son; Mark, at home; 2 daughters; Mrs. Marsha McKinney, Aurora, Ill.; Mrs. Rebecca Evans, Medora; 2 brothers; George, Brownstown; Floyd, Jeffersontown, Ky. and one grandchild. Services were held Sunday afternoon, Oct. 22, from the Brownstown Christian Church, with the Rev. Evan Bolejack, minister, officiating. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. The Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home handled arrangements. Memorials were designated for the church building fund and Lions Club leader-dog program. - Brownstown Banner – October 25, 1972 - submitted by Francie Ede

“Natural Causes” Is Verdict Given in Death of Ralph Rochner - . Victor L. Burkholder, deputy coroner of Jackson County, has returned a verdict of “death from natural causes” in the death of Ralph John Rochner, of Brownstown, funeral rites for whom were held at 1:30 o’clock Monday afternoon from the Zabel Funeral Home and at 2 o’clock from the Brownstown Christian Church, with the pastor, Gene Dulin, and the Rev. E. E. Pedicord, retired Christian minister, in charge. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. Mr. Rochner was found dead in an automobile at the home of William Marcott about 6 o’clock Saturday morning. Deputy Coroner Burkholder fixed the time of death at approximately 11 o’clock the night before. Mr. Rochner was born in Brownstown May 23, 1900, a son of the late Louis J. and Rosa Catherine Krantz Rochner. In March of 1923 he was married to Beatrice Dobbins, who survives, as do three sons, George Louis Rochner and Ralph J. Rochner, of Brownstown and Floyd Rochner, of Louisville. Also surviving are a brother, William E. Rochner, of Brownstown and two sisters, Mrs. William Green and Mrs. Ezra Young, of Brownstown. Mr. Rochner, who was bartender by occupation, was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church, a veteran of World War II and a member of the Father’s Auxiliary to the V. F. W. - Brownstown Banner – October 22, 1952- submitted by Francie Ede

Mrs. Louis Rochner Dies Suddenly at Home in Brownstown - . Stricken while talking to members of her family, Mrs. Rose Catherine Rochner, age 68 years, wife of Louis Rochner, expired suddenly Thursday evening at her home in Brownstown. She had just finished eating supper and was sitting on the porch with members of the family when she suffered a heart attack and passed away before a physician could be summoned. Short services were held at the home Sunday afternoon at 12:30 o’clock followed by services at the Christian Church at 1 o’clock in charge of the pastor, the Rev. William Richmond. Burial in Fairview Cemetery. Mrs. Rochner, the daughter of John and Martha Samples Krantz was born in Brownstown Township May 18, 1871, and spent her entire life in Jackson County. She was married in Brownstown, September 4, 1890, to Louis John Rochner. To their union were born four children. Deceased was a member of the Christian Church and the Royal Neighbors Lodge. She was a most estimable woman and had a host of friends. She is survived by her husband, two sons, Ralph and William Rochner; two daughters, Mrs. Anna Green and Mrs. Clara Young, all of Brownstown; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. - Brownstown Banner – July 12, 1939 - submitted by Francie Ede

William E. Rochner, 87, Brownstown, died at 10:05 a.m. Wednesday, March 8, at his home. He had been ill since December. He was a member of the Brownstown Christian Church, where he had served as deacon; Brownstown Exchange Club, Brownstown Senior Citizens, Modern Woodmen of America, Brownstown American Legion, Brownstown Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the County Seat Fish and Game Club. He served on Brownstown Town Board for 12 years. He spent his early years in a log home on a Brownstown Township farm. His family moved to the Ewing area where he grew up, attending Brownstown High School. He played basketball on the 1931 team, which made it to the “Sweet 16” at Butler Fieldhouse. In 1944, he enlisted in the Navy, training at Great Lakes Naval Station and Norfolk, Va. before being assigned as cook for a destroyer escort, the DE449 Hannah. He had owned and operated two gas stations in Brownstown and had been custodian of Brownstown High School and had been the sexton at Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown, for many years. After retirement, he operated Bill and Lill’s Antiques throughout southern Indiana. He was born Sunday, March 10, 1912 in Jackson County to the late Louis and Rosa Kate Rochner. He was the youngest of eight children. On Aug. 12, 1933 he married the former Lillian Marie Collingsworth, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 8, 1997. Survivors include two daughters, Shirley Brewer of Vallonia and Mrs. Roger (Joella) Nierman of Brownstown; two sons, Charles Rochner of Atlanta, Ga., and Harry Rochner of Brownstown; 11 grandchildren, Denise Schnell, Jeff Brewer, Deb Stout, Angela Johnston, Dawn Rochner, Brian Nierman, Jason Nierman, Jill Nierman, Matt Rochner, Heidi Rochner, and Lindsi Jo Rochner, and eight great-grandchildren, Christy Schnell, Heather Schnell, Allison Schnell, Daniel Robert Stout, April Johnston, Rachel Johnston, Wyatt Johnston, and Shelby Nierman. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Anne M. Green and Clara B. Young, and five brothers, Frank Rochner, Charles J. Rochner, Lawrence Rochner, Ralph J. Rochner, and Clarence Rochner. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, March 11, at the Brownstown Christian Church with Doug Nuss and Chris Criminger officiating. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Brownstown. Memorials may be made to Brownstown Christian Church, Alzheimer’s Association, or the donor’s choice. Winklepleck-Weesner Funeral Home, Brownstown was in charge of arrangements. - Jackson County Banner – March 14, 2000 - submitted by Francie Ede

Mr. THOMAS THOMPSON, died at his home in Wilcox, Nodaway county, Mo., at the age of 79 years 10 months and 21 days. He was born in Franklin county, Ohio, May 19, 1809. He moved with his father to Jackson County, Indiana at the age of 10(?) He still remained with his father helping on his farm until 1832, when he engaged in the Black Hawk war. He remained in it one year and 26 days, at the close of the war, he returned home in 1833 and was married the same year to Miss Elizabeth Carr, and to them were born two sons and one daughter. The two sons are still living. He remained on a farm of his own until the death of his wife, Elizabeth. He remained single two years, and was united in marriage oct. 7, 1845 to Miss Mary E. Findley of Jackson county, Indiana, and to them were born ten children, three sons and seven daughters, of which eight are still living. He moved from Indiana to Iowa in 1851 in Monroe County, where they stayed during the winter season and moved in the spring to Adams county, Iowa and bought land lying near the East Nodaway river, which was the best land sale made in the county. He was one of the first settlers of Indiana and also of Iowa. He staid on his farm one year, and he became so crippled up with rheumatism that he rented his place, moving to Hawleyville, Page county, where he engaged in hauling goods from St. Joseph, Mo. to the above named place where he remained but a short time, returning to his farm, but was still employed in hauling goods and also overseeing the farm, where he staid 7 years, returning to Hawleyville for three years and moved from hence to Montgomery county where he purchased a farm and staid three years, selling this farm and moving to Adams county where he lived about 16 years until the past few years where he spent his last days, which were spent in a great amount of suffering. Rheumatism was the dread disease from which he has suffered more or less since the Black hawk war. Seven of his children and his wife were present with him in the last moments of his suffering, although for the last two days and nights, he was unconscious. He passed away as if in a sweet sleep. He was a firm believer in Christ since the year of 1860 when he was united to the Cumberland Presbyterian church by Rev. W.C. Means, pastor of the Mt. Zion congregation.
[transcribed by K. Torp from materials provided by Pat Lawrence]

WEEKLY

Name of Deceased: Mrs. Joshua Weekly
County Name: Jackson State: Ind
Newspaper: Seymour Daily Republican Date: 1888

Submitted by a Friend of Free Genealogy
Obit: Died, on Sunday near Freetown, of puerperal fever, Mrs. Joshua Weekly, aged about 38 years. She was an esteemed lady. A husband and six children survive to mourn their loss
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Florence Marie Wilson, 62, Brownstown, died at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, 2003, at Schneck Medical Center, Seymour. Mrs. Wilson worked at Hamers Variety Store and Lorenes Fashion Store, both of Brownstown, Stahl Shoe Store, Seymour, and Lutheran Community Home, Seymour, before retiring in January 2003. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers. Born March 30, 1941, at Seymour, she was a daughter of Oren John Wischmeier and Selma Minnie Darlage Wischmeier. She married Jack C. Wilson Feb. 12, 1960, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, and he survives. She also is survived by a daughter, Brenda (John) Tormoehlen, Seymour; her father, Oren Wischmeier, Brownstown; a grandson, Brandon Tormoehlen, Seymour; three granddaughters, Brooke Tormoehlen, Lexington, Ky., and Jaclyn and White Tormoehlen, both of Seymour; three brothers, Robert (Violet) Wischmeier and Wayne (Rita) Wischmeier, both of Brownstown, and Randall (Sandy) Wischmeier, Scottsburg; a sister, Flora (Mike) Wheeler, Westport; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Selma M. Wischmeier; and a sister, Ruth Ellen Wischmeier. The Rev. Craig Mulbach will conduct funeral services at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers, with burial at the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Myers Funeral Service, Burkholder Chapel, Seymour, and from 1 p.m. until time of service Tuesday at the church. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lutheran Hour or to her church. - Seymour Daily Tribune, September 15, 2003 - submitted by James D. VanDerMark

Miss Emma Woesner died suddenly yesterday morning of heart trouble, aged seventeen. She was highly respected, and is the third child of the family to die In the past seven months.
Indiana Journal Oct. 21 1896

Mrs. Ezra (Clara) Young, 76, Brownstown, died Tuesday morning, March 12, at her Crystal River, Fla., residence. She had been in poor health for several years. Born Dec. 28, 1897, in Brownstown, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Rosa Krantz Rochner. She married Ezra Young in 1923 at Clinton, Ill., and he survives. A member of the Brownstown Christian Church, she had taught school for several years, graduating from Danville Normal Teaching College. Survivors are a son: Robert Young, Crystal River, Fla.; a brother; William E. Rochner, Brownstown; 3 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A son, 5 brothers, and a sister preceded her in death. Services were held Saturday afternoon, March 16, from the Zabel Funeral Home with the Rev. Evan Bolejack officiating. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. – Brownstown Banner – March 20, 1974 - submitted by Francie Ede

Ezra “Spike” W. Young, 92, Hoosier Christian Village, Brownstown, died at 7:55 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, at the nursing home. He was born June 28, 1900 at Salem, Ill. He married the former Clara Belle Rochner on June 7, 1923 at Salem, Ill., and she preceded him in death on Mar. 12, 1974. He was a carpenter and a member of the Illinois National Guard. Survivors include one son, Robert “Dock” Young, Gloucester, Va.; three grandchildren, Jimmy, Donnie and Mark Young, and one brother-in-law, William Rochner, Brownstown. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. today, Thursday, Dec. 24, at the Zabel Funeral Home, Brownstown, with the Rev. Gary Morning officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 9 a.m. until time of the service. Memorials may be made to Hoosier Christian Village, Brownstown. - Jackson County Banner – December 24, 1992 - submitted by Francie Ede