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Obituaries

Notices and remembrances from local sources across the region.

Obituary information for Sandra Clifford

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Greene County · 47441 · Sep 15, 2026

Wayne "Alan" Farley Obituary (1962 - 2026)

Wayne "Alan" was born on July 5th, 1962 and passed away on September 16th, 2026 at the age of 64

Jackson County · 47274 · Sep 15, 2026

Obituary information for Linda D. Sturgeon

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Lawrence County · 47421 · Sep 15, 2026

Clara Rae Wiser - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Clara Rae Wiser 90, of Mooresville, passed away on September 14, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. Clara was born on April 17, 1936 in Yosemite, Kentucky to the late Estil and Hazel (Wesl

Monroe County · 47401 · Sep 15, 2026

Charles Hawkins

Charles Minter Hawkins, 86, of Gosport, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, September 11, 2026.Born August 15, 1940, in Owen County, Indiana, Charles was the son of Elmer and Rachel (Smith) Hawkins. On December 31, 1959, he married Barbara "Joan" Bean in Spencer, Indiana. Together they shared many years of marriage, family, and memories before Joan’s passing.Charles retired from General Electric in Bloomington, where he was a founding member of I.B.E.W. Local 2249. He served the local with pride as both Treasurer and Vice President. His dedication to his work and fellow members reflected the dependable, hardworking person he was throughout his life.He found joy in life’s simple treasures: visiting thrift stores and yard sales, watching Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, and, most of all, spending time with his family. Charles loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Mt. Olivet Christian Church.Charles never met a stranger and delighted in sharing stories from his life with anyone willing to listen. He was especially known for his “Dad” jokes, his warm sense of humor, and his ability to make people laugh. He loved laughter and was happiest when he could share it with those around him.He is survived by his children, Charles Hawkins Jr., Kevin Hawkins, Chris (Raeanna) Hawkins, Kathy Hawkins, and Tammy Norris; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Linda Dwyer and Mary Alice Corbin.Charles was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Barbara Joan Hawkins; son, Dennis Hawkins; son-in-law, Ron Norris; daughters-in-law, Pam Hawkins and Judy Hawkins; and siblings, Earl "Dick" Hawkins, Tom Hawkins, Eugene Hawkins, Margaret Patton, Susie Hawkins, Fannie West, Juanita Baugh, Mary Ellen Hawkins, and Helen Anna Hawkins.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2026, at West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home of Walton Funeral Service Inc., 105 N. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana 47460, with Sam Hobbs officiating. Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery.Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.westparrishpedigo.com.

Greene County · 47441 · Sep 15, 2026

Obituary information for Charles Minter Hawkins

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Greene County · 47441 · Sep 15, 2026

Randall A. Rogers - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Randall A. “Randy” Rogers, 76, a longtime resident of Morgan County, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026. Born in Indianapolis on April 15, 1950, to the late Chester and Lola Mae (Black)

Monroe County · 47401 · Sep 15, 2026

Obituary information for Sandra Clifford

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Greene County · 47441 · Sep 15, 2026

Kathy (Curry) Malwitz-Onate - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Kathy (Curry) Malwitz-Onate, 68, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, at The Waters of Martinsville. She was born in Martinsville on June 25, 1958, to the late Bobby and Janice (Stout) Curry

Monroe County · 47401 · Sep 14, 2026

Obituary information for Robert Stanley "Stan" Gruell

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 14, 2026

Obituary information for Jerry Lee Floerke

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Lawrence County · 47421 · Sep 14, 2026

Remedios A. “Remy” Navarro - Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory

Remedios A. “Remy” Navarro 81, of Indianapolis, passed away on September 9, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Remy was born on October 23, 1944 in Pasay City, Philippines to the late Le

Monroe County · 47401 · Sep 14, 2026

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Nicholas "Nick" E. Godfrey Obituary (2026) - Indianapolis, IN - Indiana Funeral Care

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