OBITUARIES

Dec 30, 2024

Connie L. McGaughey, 71, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on December 30, 2024.

She was born on September 13, 1953, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, to Lawrence R. McGaughey and Mary Rusk McGaughey. Connie grew up in Greencastle, where she attended school and formed cherished memories that stayed with her throughout her life.

Connie is survived by her son, Paul McGaughey; her brothers, Kim...

Dec 29, 2024

Phillip Paul Larson, 76, passed away on December 29, 2024 in Columbus, IN. He was born on September 2, 1948 in Sandwich, IL, to Phillip & Mary (Rasmusen) Larson. He is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 27, 2024

Dec 25, 2024

David Alan Smith, 57, passed away on December 25, 2024, in Nashville, IN. He was born on March 10, 1967 in La Porte, Indiana, to Michael & Judith (Norton) Smith. He is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 22, 2024

Lawrence Wayne Gorman, he is known to his friends and family as Larry, at the age of 73, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. His departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him, along with an abundance of cherished memories that will...

Dec 21, 2024

Joni Lynn (Hessman) Burris , 61, passed away on December 21, 2024, at Our Hospice, Columbus, IN. She was born on June 25, 1963 in Indianapolis, IN, to Charles & Ruth (Polston) Hessman. She is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 21, 2024

Larry Edward Hicks, 68, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Bloomington, IN. Born on July 31, 1956, in Miami, FL, he was the son of Carl  Chester Hicks and Gladys Ilene (Hall) Hicks.  Larry served in US Army for 4 years and is a US Veteran.

Larry is preceded in death by 4 brothers and 3 sisters, which one brother,...

Dec 20, 2024

Burton Lee Hall, 95, made his final journey to join his beloved parents and brother John in Heaven on Friday, December 20th, 2024. Mr. Hall was born on July 16th, 1929, in Eureka, Illinois, to Frank Richards Hall and Maeta Vissering Hall. Burton grew up in West Lafayette, Indiana, where his father was a professor at Purdue University. Mr. Hall...

Dec 20, 2024

Tina D. Jewell, 58, passed away on December 20, 2024, at Franciscan Health. She was born on August 15, 1966 in Bedford, IN, to Albert Jifkins & Betty (Sons) Jifkins. She is survived by many beloved friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 20, 2024

Monika was born in Riga Lativa on Sept. 24, 1964. She is survived by her daughter, Anna Ovsyannikova; her twin sons, Maxim Alexander Potashov (Tabatha Ann Miller); and Daniel Mark Potashov (Logan Chandler Johnson); as well as her two grandchildren, Robin Sterling Potashov & Brynnly Danielle Potashov. Monika's interests included travel, language, fashion, art, history & music. Before she passed...

Dec 19, 2024

Daniel Hermosillo, born on June 18, 1980, passed away on December 19, 2024, in Mishawaka, Indiana. He was a factory worker at Smoker Craft, where he dedicated his career to crafting quality boats. Daniel's craftsmanship not only showcased his talent but also reflected his commitment to producing fine products for the community and beyond.

Daniel's family includes his daughters, Desiree Hermosillo,...

Dec 18, 2024

Diana Sego, 73, passed away on December 18, 2024, at IU Health. She was born on August 23, 1951 in Bedford, IN, to Gordon & Anes (Kinder) Fish. She is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 17, 2024

Austin Leon Sims III, 56, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Columbus, IN. Born on January 12, 1968, in Bloomington, IN, he was the son of Austin Leon Sims Jr. and Rebecca Daryle Vaught. He is survived by his wife Tammy L. (Babbs) Sims and several other family members and friends. Cremation was chosen.

Dec 17, 2024

Rita Stacey, 59, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Columbus, IN. Born on August 8, 1965, in Augusburg, Bayner, she was the daughter of Fritz and Hildgard Lettenmeyer. She is survived by her spouse Thomas Stacey, among many other family members and friends. Cremation was chosen.

Dec 16, 2024

Robert Ross,  77, passed away on December 16, 2024, in Louisville, KY. Born on December 20, 1946, in Fort Bragg, NC, he was the son of, Chester and Emma (Sanders) Ross. He is survived by his wife Deborah Ross and many family members and friends. Cremation was chosen.

Dec 15, 2024

David A. Osborne, 86, of Shelbyville, passed away peacefully on December 15th at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana.

He was born in Shelbyville on September 26, 1938, to Ralph and Virginia (Young) Osborne.

David is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Janet (Frederick) Osborne, his daughter, Dee (Norman) Cox and son, John (Julie) Osborne. Also surviving are his sister...

Dec 14, 2024

Thomas Hillman, affectionately known to all as 'Tommy', went to his heavenly home on December 14th. Tommy was born in October of 1941. He was employed at Automotive Armature until he retired. He never met a stranger, and was always happy to pass the time of day with anyone. He enjoyed watching westerns, WWE, and listening to old Country and...

Dec 12, 2024

Cameron Stacey Louis Hammonds, age 47, passed away on December 12th, 2024 at 3:25 P.M. at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born on June 17, 1977, to Robert O. Hammonds and Dorothy Ann Hicks.

He is survived by one son, Cameron Hammonds Jr.; brothers, Robert Hammonds and his wife Kaitlyn, Bobby Hammonds, Mark Hammonds, Darrell Hammonds, Agene Hammonds, Andwelle Hammonds,...

Dec 11, 2024

Tina Marie Ison, 55, passed away on December 11, 2024 , at U of L Hospital. She was born on September 29, 1969 in Louisville, KY, to Donald Shumate & Debra Whitman. She is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Dec 10, 2024

Morne Charles Beeton, 47, passed away on December 10, 2024, at Columbus Regional Hospital. He was born on April 24, 1977 in South Africa, to George James & Edna (DeBeer) Beeton. He is survived by several family members and friends.

Halo Cremations has been entrusted with the arrangements.