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Obituaries

Notices and remembrances from local sources across the region.

Obituary information for George Weymouth

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Greene County · 47441 · Sep 2, 2026

Obituary information for William Kirby

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Greene County · 47441 · Sep 1, 2026

William Kirby, Jr.

William E. "Bill" Kirby Jr., 89, of Worthington, passed away peacefully at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, at Greene County General Hospital. He was born August 22, 1937, in Terre Haute, Indiana, the son of William E. Kirby Sr. and Carolyn (Payton) Raves. Bill worked for most of his life in the coal-mining industry, including at Minnehaha Coal Mine and MX Coal Company. He was a member of the Worthington American Legion, the Linton Elks Lodge, and the United Mine Workers of America. He was an avid mushroom hunter and enjoyed collecting guns and playing softball. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family and his beloved dog, Duke. Bill is survived by his son, Michael Kirby (Maryann); grandchildren, Joshua Kirby, Rachel Banek Kirby (Joe), Sarah Saldivar (Jason), Anna Ossewaarde (Brian), and Melanie Kirby;  special companion; Wilma Cochran; his sister, Earlene Johnson (James); 10 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; his niece, Jamie Johnson; and his favorite dog, Duke. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Genevieve Kirby; his brother, Tom Kirby; and his stepfather, Barnie Raves. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026, at Welch & Cornett Funeral Home in Worthington, with Pastor John Pierce officiating. Burial will follow at Worthington Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Welch & Cornett Funeral Home of Walton Funeral Service, Inc. Online condolences may be shared at www.welchcornett.com .

Greene County · 47441 · Sep 1, 2026

Steven Louis Mascher - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Steven Louis Mascher, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1947, in Indianapolis to the la

Monroe County · 47401 · Sep 1, 2026

Judith H. Brown - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Judith H. Brown, 80, of Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2026. She was born in Franklin, Indiana, on October 21, 1945, to the late Lyman and Gail (Kellams) Hougland. Judith gr

Monroe County · 47401 · Aug 31, 2026

Obituary information for William Kirby

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Greene County · 47441 · Aug 31, 2026

Joseph Sanders

Joseph “Joe” Allen Sanders, 66, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Owen Valley Health Campus in Spencer, Indiana.Joe was born April 13, 1960, in Linton, Indiana, to Edwin and Donna (Welsh) Sanders. He was a 1978 graduate of Owen Valley High School and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, Joe dedicated many years to the Bloomington Police Department, retiring after a respected career in law enforcement.Joe found joy in the simple things that made life meaningful: reading, cooking, riding motorcycles, and, above all, sharing time with family and friends. He will be remembered for his service, his steady presence, and the love he held for those closest to him.He is survived by his children, Heather Sanders; Hana (Josh) Dodds; Holli (Bradley) Sterrett; and Hunter (Colte) Sanders. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kit Collier, Rhett Dodds, Waylon Sterrett, Harlan Sanders, Huxley Sanders, and Elwyn Sanders; and by his siblings, Hilda Denny and Roe Sanders.Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Donna Sanders, and his brothers, Bob Sanders and Dan Sanders.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home, 105 N. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Lutheran Cemetery in Patricksburg.West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home of Walton Funeral Service Inc. has been entrusted with the arrangements.Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.westparrishpedigo.com

Greene County · 47441 · Aug 29, 2026

Obituary information for Joseph Allen Sanders

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Greene County · 47441 · Aug 29, 2026

Obituary information for Brenda G. Spencer

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 28, 2026

Mary Inez Stapleton - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Mary Inez Stapleton 87, of Mooresville, passed away on August 25, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. Mary was born on January 19, 1939 in Lee County, Virginia to the late Lloyd and Florenc

Monroe County · 47401 · Aug 27, 2026

Obituary information for William "Bill" G. Sallee

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Orange County · 47452 · Aug 27, 2026

Obituary information for Travis Lee Camden

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 26, 2026

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