Obituaries
Obituaries
Ralph Edward Franklin
Jan 8, 2025
Ralph Edward Franklin, 87, of New Castle, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Addison Place Assisted Living. He was born on June 18, 1937, in Portland, Indiana, to Frederick Christian and Lula Esther (Grile) Franklin.
Ralph began his lifelong career in the grocery industry at the age of 16 with Marsh Foods and retired from Marsh after...
Kathryn L. Cashdollar
Jan 7, 2025
Kathryn L. Cashdollar, 90, of New Castle, entered the presence of her Savior on January 7, 2025. A devoted Christian, Kathryn lived a life of unwavering faith, grace, and joy, leaving a legacy of love and kindness that will forever inspire those who knew her.
Born May 3,1934, in Sulphur Springs to the late Carl and Elpha (Hinshaw) Wilson, Kathryn attended...
Richard E. Lamb
Jan 7, 2025
Richard E. Lamb, 74, of Knightstown, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital. He was born December 19, 1950 in New Castle, the son of Roy and Loretta (McConnell) Lamb.
Richard retired as an over the road truck driver, hauling grain for Bunge Corp. He previously worked at Myers Furniture and Appliances in New Castle for 12 years....
Sylvia A. Rigney
Jan 7, 2025
Sylvia A. Rigney, 91, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 07, 2025 at her residence. She was born June 4, 1933 in Albany, Kentucky to the late Henry and Elizabeth (Neal) Foster.
Sylvia was a valiant, self-educated, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She would help anyone in need and loved caring for others. Sylvia...
Walter A. Renfro
Jan 6, 2025
Walter A. Renfro, 86, of Okeechobee, Florida and formerly of New Castle passed away January 6, 2025. He was born on August 23, 1938 to the late George and Ithel Renfro.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly Renfro; 2 children, Rodney Renfro and Andrea Reece (Dan Bupp); 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren, 2 step daughters, Linda Foster and Cherry Poynter;...
Dixie Sue Royer
Jan 6, 2025
Dixie Sue (Acton) Royer, 85, a resident of New Castle passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. She was born March 12, 1939 in Henry County to the late Bert Eugene and Thelma May (Minnick) Acton.
A graduate of New Castle High School, she was voted prom queen runner-up during her senior year. During her teenage years, she worked at Kresge Dept....
Oradean Lee
Jan 4, 2025
Oradean Lee, 92, a resident of Knightstown passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Reid Hospital in Richmond. She was born April 17, 1932 in Byrdstown, Tennessee to the late John Wright and Ora Hazel (Craig) Mansfield.
Oradean was a faithful member of the South Side Church of Christ in New Castle where she was involved in the Ladies’ Bible Study....
Cheryl L. Slettvet
Jan 3, 2025
Cheryl L. Slettvet, 61, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 3, 2025 in her home. She was born February 26, 1963 in New Castle, a daughter of Ronnie Prince and Diana Sue (Clapp) Engle.
A 1981 graduate of Tri High School, she was a loving mother, super funny, outgoing, and family oriented. She was a Christian, and she lived...
Jeffrey Davis
Dec 31, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeff Davis, a beloved husband, papaw, son, brother, stepdad, friend, and inspiration to all who knew him. Jeff passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of family and friends.On January 1st, 1998, Jeff married the love of his life, Dee (Tumilty) Davis, in Gatlinburg, TN, and she survives. He...
Marlene Elizabeth Crabtree
Dec 30, 2024
Marlene Elizabeth (Aichorn) Crabtree, age 93, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 in New Castle, Indiana where she resided for 42 years.
She was born to Arthur and Sylvia Madge Aichorn of Indianapolis on June 9, 1931. They preceded her in death, as did her sister Barbara. Mrs. Crabtree is survived by her husband of 42 years, Logan Crabtree.
She graduated...
Matthew "Matt" A. Townsend
Dec 29, 2024
Matthew A. “Matt” Townsend passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning at his residence. He was born on September 7, 1983, in Indianapolis, the son of Gregory and Dana Townsend.
A 2002 graduate of Perry Meridian High School, Matt worked as a Property Maintenance Engineer for several years at JLL Commercial Real Estate, Inc. in Indianapolis.
Matt loved God and enjoyed attending services...
Jimmey "Rex" Sneed
Dec 29, 2024
Jimmey “Rex” Sneed, 80, of New Castle passed away December 29, 2024, at his home. He was born in New Castle on December 29, 1944, to the late Ira and Mary (Bertrum) Sneed.
He was a 1963 graduate of New Castle High School. Rex served in the United States Marine Corps. After 30 years Rex retired from Chrysler in 1998. A...
LuAnn Sutton
Dec 29, 2024
LuAnn Sutton passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29th, 2024 surrounded by her family. Born September 4th, 1953 in Delaware County, Indiana to Lynn A. Turner and Janice (Hall) Turner, LuAnn was a resident of New Castle, IN and a beloved sister, wife, mother, and grandmother.
LuAnn graduated from Walter P. Chrysler Memorial High School in 1971 where she was a...
Jack L. Richardson
Dec 28, 2024
Jack (Jackie) Richardson, 75, of Spiceland, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at home with his loving wife by his side. He was born June 5, 1949 in Muncie to James Bryan and Oreatha (Leuman) Richardson.
He grew up in the Springport area and was a 1967 graduate of Blue River Valley High School. He began working at Chrysler after graduation....
Kenneth R. Loveall
Dec 27, 2024
Kenneth R. Loveall, 87, of Spiceland passed away Friday, December 27, 2024 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1937 in Rushville to the late William Cyrus and Stella Marie (Porter) Loveall.
Kenny was a handyman and jack of all trades, being able to fix anything. He retired from Detroit Steel following many years of service. Kenny was an avid...
James Lorn Troxell
Dec 26, 2024
James Lorn Troxell, 89, peacefully left this world at home on December 26, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1935 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Wesley and Mamie (Crabtree) Troxell.
James and his family moved to New Castle, Indiana at a young age but he frequently returned to Wayne County, Kentucky. It was there he met and married...
Danny B. Lacy
Dec 25, 2024
Master Sergeant Danny B. Lacy, 76, a resident of Anderson passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at his home. He was born March 28, 1948 in New Castle to the late Donald B. and Ellen (Stigall) Lacy.
Dan entered the US Air Force on a delayed enlistment program upon graduating Spiceland High School in 1967 and served for 24 years. He...
Sally Jo Jones
Dec 25, 2024
Sally Jo Jones, 65, of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Glen Oaks Health Campus in New Castle. She was born on June 24, 1959, in New Castle, to the late James R. and Sarah E. (Sheppard) Bates.
A 1977 graduate of New Castle High School, Sally held various roles throughout her career,...
Perry Shelvy Frost
Dec 25, 2024
Perry Shelvy Frost, 87, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at Henry Community Health. He was born December 9, 1937 in Gap Creek, Kentucky to the late Lafe and Winnie “Mammie” (Piercey) Frost.
Perry was a graduate of New Lisbon High School where he was the valedictorian. He worked as a brick mason for over 60 years all...
Ruth Sant Brammer
Dec 23, 2024
Ruth Sant Brammer of Livingston, MT passed away, while surrounded by family, on December 23, 2024. She was 79 years old.
Ruth was born on February 21, 1945 in Newark, NJ to Harold and Ruth O’Toole. Following her parents’ passing, she was adopted by Jack and Charlotte Sant. As a child, Ruth lived in Pennsylvania, Washington, and New Jersey before graduating...
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