Obituaries
Obituaries
Anita Dorn
Sep 24, 2026
Anita Dorn, 68, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026. She was born on April 24, 1958, in New Castle to the late William and Juanita (Robinson) Retz.
A 1976 graduate of Shenandoah High School, Anita enjoyed a life centered around her family. Staying home and raising her children was of the most importance for...
Barbara A. Carnes-Severance
Sep 24, 2026
Barbara A. Carnes-Severance, 82, gained her wings Thursday, September 24, 2026 after more than a year-long battle with cancer. She was born September 6, 1944 in New Castle to Carlile “Bud” and Lois “Annie” Carnes.
Barbara was a 1962 graduate of Union High School. She retired after 35 years from Henry County Memorial Hospital. Barbara spent her early years in Blountsville,...
Rebecca "Becky" J. Hammer
Sep 24, 2026
Rebecca J. Hammer, 89, of Shirley, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Becky, as she was known, was born on August 3, 1937, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, to the late W. Wayne Topper and Alice C. Charley, the youngest of six children. She graduated from Spiceland High School in 1955 and later followed her passion...
Clarence Martin Emerson Sr.
Sep 22, 2026
Clarence Martin Emerson Sr., 92, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026. He was born May 8, 1934, in Weston, West Virginia, to Howard and Pearl Emerson.
Clarence was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth “LaRue” Emerson, with whom he shared 69 years of marriage until her passing in November 2024. Their long life together was filled with family,...
Brent Skip Harter
Sep 21, 2026
Brent Skip Harter, 65, passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, friendships, stories, and people who were better simply because they had the privilege of knowing him. Born on March 3, 1961, in New Castle, Indiana, Skip was raised in Mt. Summit, Indiana, by his parents, Gary and Louise Harter, who preceded him in death.
Skip...
Mitzie Eileen Devine
Sep 21, 2026
Mitzie Eileen Devine, 91, of New Castle passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026. She was born on August 25, 1935, Olive Hill, KY, to the late Ivan L. and Letha (Crank) Rose.
Mitzie was a 1953 graduate of Walter P. Chrysler High School and a longtime devoted member of First Christian Church in New Castle. Mitzie had a kind...
David P. Hall
Sep 21, 2026
David P. Hall, 74, of New Castle, passed away September 21, 2026. He was born December 23, 1951, in Beardstown, Illinois.
He was a 1970 graduate of Hagerstown High School and attended International Business College of Fort Wayne. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church in New Castle.
In May of 2002, David retired following 30 years of service as a...
Georgie Baker
Sep 20, 2026
Georgie Lee Baker, 78, of New Castle went to Heaven on Sunday, September 20, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 17, 1947, in Monticello, Ky to the late Fred Wallace and Bonnie Jean (Lester) Kelsay.
She was first and foremost a loving and devoted wife, mother and nanny. Georgie loved spending time with her family, especially her...
James John Williams, Sr.
Sep 19, 2026
James John Williams, Sr., 81, of Greenfield, passed away on September 19, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 12, 1945, in Perry County, KY, to the late Joseph and Maggie (Baker) Williams.
James lived a life marked by steady work, deep love for his family, and a quiet, humble spirit. He worked as a crane operator for...
Wilma M. Sharpe
Sep 18, 2026
Wilma M. Sharpe ,97, of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026. She was born June 26, 1929 in Greensboro, IN to the late Maurice and Helen M. (Archey) Bassett.
Wilma was a devoted member of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church for over 71 years, where her faith, love, and dedication were an important part of her life. Throughout the...
Carina Dionne Prince
Sep 18, 2026
Carina Dionne Prince, 46, of New Castle passed away Friday, September 18, 2026 at Henry Community Health following a brief illness. She was born July 17, 1980 in Greenfield to Rodney Claywell and Sheila (Sidwell) Stigall.
Carina was a naturally warm and gentle soul. A sweet, goofy, and fiercely loyal mother and grandmother, she adored children and cherished every moment spent...
Lillian R. Lowe
Sep 18, 2026
Lillian R. Lowe, 85, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 18, 2026 at home while surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on November 7, 1940 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Lige and Naomi (Guffey) Davis.
Lilli shared a devoted marriage with the love of her life, Robert “Danny” Lowe, whom she...
Mary Lou (Shively) Dye
Sep 18, 2026
Mary Lou (Shively) Dye was born March 15,1929 in Henry County, Indiana. Her parents were J. B. Shively and Mary Chambers Shively. Mary Lou was the eleventh child of what would become a family of twelve. She was a 1946 graduate of Mt. Summit High School. Mary Lou and Cloyd Dye were married for almost 50 years until Cloyd’s death...
Diane L. Foster
Sep 18, 2026
Diane L. Foster, 78, a resident of New Castle passed away Friday, September 18, 2026 at IU Health-Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born November 13, 1947 in New Castle.
Diane attended Lewisville schools and graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1966. She worked at Dana Corp, both in Hagerstown and New Castle for 23 years. She was a lung transplant...
Lindsay Marie Hall
Sep 16, 2026
In loving memory of Lindsay Marie Hall, 41, of New Castle. She was born on December 23, 1984 in Richmond, IN. Lindsay’s sudden death has left her whole family at a loss. She will be missed and loved.
Lindsay was the sweetest person to everyone she met. She is survived by her son, Dallas Allen; mother, Charlotte Hollingsworth; two sisters, Jamie...
Jerry Lee Terry
Sep 15, 2026
Jerry Lee Terry, 60, a resident of New Castle passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born August 4, 1966 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Jerry worked in construction and was an accomplished roofer for many years. He enjoyed fishing, drinking and cleaning his guns.
Survivors include two daughters: Jennifer Lynn Terry and Allison Jean Terry, both...
Randall "Randy" Anderson
Sep 15, 2026
Randall “Randy” Anderson, 61, of Knightstown passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Hancock Regional Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 25, 1965 in Greenfield, the son of Huelon and Shirley (Walker) Anderson.
A dedicated public servant, Randy retired from his role as the Town Works Manager/Water Operator for Knightstown after 33 years of service. Passionate...
William Arthur Shorter
Sep 14, 2026
William Arthur Shorter, a beloved son, brother, husband, and friend, passed away on September 14, 2026, after a lengthy battle with a heart condition. Born on January 24, 1968, in South Bend, Indiana, William lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
William was the cherished son of Earl and Allie Shorter which preceded him in death along with...
James Robert Miller
Sep 12, 2026
James Robert Miller, 56, of Shirley passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born January 28, 1970 in Fort Wayne, the son of James and Karen (Atkins) Miller.
James worked in the fast food industry, at Krogers and Stroughs Supermarket, as well as a semi and dump truck driver. James enjoyed motorcycles, cars,...
Caleb Dean Asberry
Sep 6, 2026
Caleb Dean Asberry, 35, of New Castle, passed away on September 6, 2026. He was born in New Castle, IN, on June 18, 1991, to Tonya Roy and the late Troy Asberry.
Caleb completed most of his education at Knightstown Schools. He went on to work as a CNC Machinist in a factory, applying the same intelligence and determination that showed...
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