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Sam Roberts, age 80, of Bennington (Bear Branch), passed away early Friday morning, May 28, 2010 at his home. He was born February 27, 1930 in Manchester, KY to John Roberts and Rue Hammie Roberts. Sam was employed for many years as a truck driver for Dearborn Gravel Co. In 1963 he was married to Anna Lee Marshall, and she passed away on March 20, 2008. Sam loved spending time working around his farm, and being with his grandchildren, who he loved very much. Sam was a loving father, grandfather, and friend to many, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Sam is survived by 8 children and 2 stepchildren; Vernon (Darlene) Roberts, of Versailles, Kenneth (Mary) Roberts, of Bennington, Eddie Ray Roberts, of Lowell, IN, Carol Ann (Jay) Weaver, of Demotte, IN, Sam Jr. (Laura) Roberts, of Bennington, Mary Lou Roberts, at home, John Raymond (Jennifer) Roberts, of Lawrenceburg, and Les Davidson, of Lowell, IN; 1 brother, Charlie (Lucy) Roberts; 1 sister, Nancy Ann Chase; and a very close dear friend, Dolores Jaeger; 14 grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Lee Roberts; his daughter, Loretta Robinson; brother, Arnold Roberts; Stepson, Don Davison, and grandson, Sam Justin Roberts.   Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Sam's family will meet friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. Memorial contributions in his memory may be given to the Ohio County EMS.

Lawrence E. Kinnett, age 78, of Aurora, passed away Tuesday morning, May 11, 2010 at his home following a long illness. Lawrence was born February 9, 1932 in Aurora to Chester Kinnett and Lottie Virginia Slayback Kinnett, and was a lifelong resident. On September 5, 1954, Lawrence was married to Doris Houze, who has faithfully cared for him at home these past several years. He retired on August 31, 1993 from Monsanto Chemical Company following 38 years of employment. Lawrence was a volunteer with the Aurora Fire Company #2 for 20+ years, and was a member of the Aurora Eagles and the Dillsboro Sons of American Legion. Surviving is his wife, Doris Kinnett, who has been a faithful employee of Filter-DeVries Funeral Home for several years, and 1 brother, Albert "Bud" Kinnett, of Aurora; 1 Aunt, Lorena McCool, a sister-in-law, Lois Kinnett; 2 brother-in-laws, Gaylord (Carol) Houze, and Noel (Eileen) Houze, all of Aurora; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 1 brother, Chester Kinnett, Jr; and 1 sister, Deanna Miller.  Funeral services will be Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will be in Mt. Sinai Cemetery in Aurora. Visitation at the funeral home will be Friday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given in his memory to the Aurora or Dillsboro Emergency Units, or to Mt. Sinai Cemetery.

Doris Elizabeth Champe, age 89, of Dillsboro, passed away Friday evening, April 23, 2010 at her daughter-in-laws home in Dillsboro following a long illness. Doris was born on October 15, 1920 in Etowah, Tenn to James Gettis Case and Sarah Elizabeth Robinson Case. She graduated from Knoxville High School in Knoxville, Tenn and from National Business College in Knoxville. On April 27, 1940 she married Alan Champe, and he passed away following 28 years of marriage. Doris moved to the Versailles area from Knoxville in 1960, and joined Tyson United Methodist Church. She was a good Christian, who supported her church and worked as a church secretary for 5 years. She was also church treasurer for several years. She was employed at Purdue Extension Service in Versailles for 27 years, and at Southeast Feeder Pig Auction for many years as a secretary and bookkeeper. Besides her husband, Alan Champe, Doris was also preceded in death by her son, Gary Stephen Champe, in 2008; 1 brother, James Richard Case; 1 sister, Martha Jean Case Kenny. She is survived by her daughter-in-law and loving caregiver, Beverly Champe, of Dillsboro, and her grandson, Jeffrey Champe, of Indianapolis. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with her pastor, Rev. James Byerly officiating. Visitation at the funeral home will be Tuesday from 12 Noon until 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Cliff Hill Cemetery at Versailles. Memorials may be made to Tyson United Methodist Church in Versailles or to Margaret Mary Hospice.

Alice Rita Leedy, age 89, of Lawrenceburg, a former long time resident of Dillsboro, passed away Tuesday morning, April 20, 2010 at Shady Nook Care Center. She was born January 8, 1921 in Cincinnati to John Ludwig and Caroline Cline Ludwig. She graduated from Seton High School and Miller Business College, both in Cincinnati, and on April 16, 1946 Alice was married to Willis Harvey Leedy. In 1975 they moved to Dillsboro. Her husband, Willis, passed away on August 18, 1996. While living in Dillsboro, Alice and Willis and their family were communicants of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Aurora. Alice was a wonderful mother, and was proud of being known as the family 'short order cook' in the morning. She would cook anything they wanted, and was a very good baker. She enjoyed sewing, crosstitch, and working in her garden. She was a member of the Dillsboro Happy Homemakers Club for many years. In 2001 Alice moved to Cincinnati to live with her daughter, Claudia for several years. She also lived with her son, Matthew, in Aurora for a period of time. In 2006, her health forced her to move to Shady Nook Care Center. Alice is survived by 3 sons; Matthew A. (Angela) Leedy, of Aurora, Greg (Nancy) Leedy, of Villa Hills, KY, and Jeff (Dietta) Leedy, of York, PA; 2 daughters, Claudia Leedy, of Cincinnati, and Stephanie (Owen) Branam, of Wichita, Kansas; 16 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis, and 1 brother, Stanley Ludwig. The Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 23, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Aurora, with Fr. Stephen Donahue as celebrant. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Cincinnati. Visitation with the family will be Friday morning, April 23, 2010 from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimers Association.

Ellen Ann Carroll age 83, of Dillsboro, passed away Sunday evening, April 18, 2010 at Ripley Crossing in Milan. She was born May 29, 1927 in Cincinnati, OH to Ralph H. Cutter and Grace Marie Turner Cutter. Ellen graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1945 and Christ Hospital School of Nursing in 1948. In 1949 she married Floyd Davies, who passed away in April of 1982. She then was married to Schuler Carroll in 1984, and he passed away in 2002. Ellen was employed at Fernald as an RN from 1953 until 1970, and at Proctor & Gamble as an RN from 1970 until she retired in1984. Ellen was a long time member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. She is survived by two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Snyder, of Cincinnati, OH and Frances Davies of Cross Plains, IN; several cousins and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Richard Kolaskey officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Memorials in her memory may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro.

Mary A. Eaglin, age 89, of Loveland, OH, a former Dillsboro resident from 1945 to 1996, passed away late Thursday evening at her home in Loveland. She was born in Chicago to James Rice and Mary Burns Rice on July 16, 1920. Mary served her country in the US Army from 1943-45. On September 15, 1945 she married Russell Eaglin, who passed away March 4, 1994. She and Russell and their children attended St. Lawrence Catholic Church, and Mary was employed for 30 years at Seagrams Distillery. Mary was a member of the American Legion Auxillary, the Bunco club, and the 50+ club, all in Dillsboro. She was also active in the Home Economics Club. Besides her husband, Russell, Mary was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Patrick, William, and James Rice. Surviving are 3 daughters, Eileen (Jerry) Lutze, of Fishers, IN, Diane (Dennis) Phillips, of Loveland, OH, and Cathy (Charlie) Hale, of Carmi, ILL; 5 grandchildren,  Lori Doss, Cathy Herren, Gina Johnson, Shannon Wik, and Jennifer Matz; 1 brother, Jack Rice; 2 sisters, Theresa Stevens and Eileen Jaklinski; a sister-in-law, Irene Jackson. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 2:00 p.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Lawrenceburg with Fr. Peter Gallagher as celebrant. Visitation at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro will be Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer's Association or the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

James W. Kinnett (Bill), also known affectionately as "P"by his friends, age 72, of Vevay, formerly of Dillsboro, passed away very unexpectedly at his home on Monday evening, April 12, 2010. Bill was born in Lawrenceburg on Oct 3, 1937 to William Edward Kinnett and Jaunita Martin Kinnett. He came to Dillsboro when he was a Junior in high school and graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1955. He joined the National Guard and served for 3 years. On Sept 1, 1956 he married Anna Mae Kuster Kinnett, who survives. Bill was employed as a Machine Operator and Foreman at Monsanto Chemical for 33 years, retiring in 1993. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and taught gun safety classes for the DNR. He enjoyed hunting out west in Colorado. Bill also enjoyed a game of golf occasionally. His hobby was woodworking. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Anna Mae; 1 son, Bill (Christie) Kinnett, of Frankton, IN; 2 daughters, Debi Jones, of Aurora, and Linda (Robet) Martin, of Moores Hill; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren. Friends may meet his family Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Services will be private. Memorials may be given in his memory to the Vevay Life Squad.

Iona "Ony" Margaret Luhrsen, age 87, of Aurora, passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening, April 11, 2010 at her home. Ony was born August 24, 1922 in Valley View, Garrand County, KY to James Hughes and Lillian Nordica Hughes. She resided in Kentucky until The family moved to Indiana where she met and married her husband, Harry William Luhrsen on October 18, 1941.Ony and Harry moved to the Aurora area where they spent their entire married life. Iona was very active in the Mt. Tabor community, where she was a member of the Washington Township Home Economics Unit and the Missionary Society of Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church. Ony and Harry were active in social events at the Grange Hall at the corner of Cole Lane and US 50 until it was torn down to make way for the rebuilding of the highway. She was an avid gardener and always grew huge patches of produce, which she gave away, and Ony also had a mum patch that was her greatest joy in gardening. In May of 1994 her husband, Harry passed away. Surviving is her daughter, Bonnie Jean (Robert) Hudson, of Aurora; 2 grandsons, Jon McElfresh and Michael McElfresh; 4 sisters, Lillian Wagner, Edith Ransom, Jackie (Jack) Rininger, and Jean Nay; a sister-in-law, Mary Lou Hughes, and many cousins and friends. Preceding Ony in death were 2 brothers, John Hughes and James Hughes, and 1 sister, Norma Rueter. Funeral services will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with her pastor, Rev. Dennis Alstott officiating. Visitation at the funeral home will  be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to her church, Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church or the the Heart Fund.

James E. McKittrick, age 79, of Aurora, passed away Easter Sunday morning, April 4, 2010 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. He was born August 7, 1930 in Decatur County, IN to James McKittrick and Helen Parsons McKittrick. On January 18, 1957, he was married to Sandra Bailey McKittrick, and she survives. Jim was employed at Western Auto Store in Milan, IN for 23 years, working for his uncle, prior to purchasing the business. He and his wife owned and operated the store for 8 years before moving to Florida in 1982. While in Florida, Jim worked as a groundskeeper at a golf course before retiring in 2001. Upon retirement, Jim and Sandra moved to Aurora, where they have resided since. Jim formerly attended Washington Baptist Church in Elrod, IN. Surviving besides his wife, Sandra, is one son, Douglas (Cindy) McKittrick, of Lebanon, OH, and one daughter, Deborah (Emmert) Leffler, of Aurora; 2 brothers, John and David McKittrick; 2 sisters, Rita Pulley and Betty Cook. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no services or visitation. Arrangements entrusted to Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Thelma G. Clore, age 85, of Dillsboro, passed away Sunday morning, February 28, 2010 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born in Switzerland County, IN on November 8, 1924 to Dale Seymour and Golda Jackson Seymour, and graduated from high school. In 1949 she was married to Harry R. Clore, and they resided in Dillsboro until Harry's retirement. They then moved to Crossville, Tenn, where they lived for 15 years, until moving back to Rising Sun. Her husband, Harry, passed away in 1996, when she moved back to Dillsboro. Thelma loved arts and crafts, and being a grandma to her granddaughter, and her 3 great grandsons. A year ago, she moved to Ross Manor, where she lived until her passing. Thelma was a former member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro. She was also preceded in death by a son, Johnny Dale; 1 grandson, Brent Alan Dubay, in 1995, and her brother, Kenneth Seymour in 1996. Surviving is her daughter, Sharon (Gary) Eaglin, of Lawrenceburg; 1 granddaughter, Amy (Keith) Ertel, of Batesville; 3 great grandsons, Jordan, Mitchell, & Conner; her sister, Evelyn Elder, of Dillsboro. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Visitation at the funeral home will be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given  to Oakdale Cemetery Trust.

Alberta Luhrsen, age 89, a resident of Ripley Crossing in Milan, and formerly of Aurora, died Sunday morning, Feb 14, 2010 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born Dec 22, 1920 in Valley View, KY to Charles Daugherty and Maude Perkins Daugherty. In April of 1942 she was married to John Luhrsen, who died in1972. Alberta was a former member of First Baptist Church in Aurora, and a long time member of the Washington Twp Homemakers Club. She worked as a PTO Volunteer at her childrens schools and in later years she worked part time at Teaney' s Grocery Store in Aurora. Due to her health, she was forced to move to Ripley Crossing in 1995. Surviving are her 2 sons, John (Anna) Luhrsen, of Georgetown, IN, and Roger Luhrsen, of Aurora; 1 daughter, Phyllis (Robert) Johnson, of Florence, KY; 6 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Barbara Jean Daugherty and Lucy Russell. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; 1 daughter, Vicki Luhrsen; 1 grandaughter, Leslie; 1 brother, and 3 sisters. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimers Assoc.

Leslie Carroll Hudson, age 68, of Dillsboro, died Saturday, January 30, 2010 at his granddaughters home in Lawrenceburg, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 25, 1941 in Warsaw, KY to Howard Hudson and Bessie Kinman Huson. Leslie was employed at Alton Box Co. as a Press Operator for several years. On December 24, 1960 he was married to Arlene Sullivan, who survives. He worked as a coach and helper at the little league field in Dillsboro diligently, while his sons played baseball. He loved to play his guitar, and was a Big Brother for several years. Surviving is his wife, Arlene; 4 sons, Chuck Keller, David Hudson, and Melvin (Kimberly) Hudson, all of Aurora, and Rory (Angie) Hudson, of Versailles; 2 daughters, Patty Hudson, of Milan, and Kim (Bill) Vinup, of Dillsboro; 18 grandchildren, and many great grandchildren; 1 brother, Robert Hudson. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 1 brother, Raymond Hudson, and 1 sister, JoAnn Hudson. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. from Bear Creek Baptist Church in Friendship, with Pastor Sherman Hughes officiating. Interment will be in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to the family to help with medical expenses.

Della V. Carter, age 91, of Dillsboro, died Sunday, January 24, 2010 at Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville. She was born in Monroe, Tennessee on January 8, 1919, and lived in Vermont for many years with her former husband. She was employed for several years at GW Plastics Corp while living in Vermont. She also resided in Cincinnati for several years prior to moving to Dillsboro in 1985. Della was a loving mother and grandmother, and was loved by her entire family. She is survived by 3 sons, James Clark, of Cincinnati, John (Faye) Mulholland, of Owensboro, KY, and Ron Mulholland, of Florida; 3 daughters, Bernadine Jenkins, of Georgia, Charlene Mulholland, and Carol (Wayne) French, both of Dillsboro; 1 brother, Lloyd Scott, of Franklin, OH; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. Della was preceded in death by 7 brothers and sisters and 1 son, Fred Gerhardt. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Hope Baptist Church on US 50, West of Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating.  Interment will be in New Craven Cemetery. Friends may meet her family at Hope Baptist Church on Thursday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Joshua Samuel Gabbard, age 24, of Dillsboro, died Sunday morning, January 17, 2010 very unexpectedly at Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville. Josh was born July 28, 1985 in Cincinnati to Rick Gabbard and Tina Taylor Gabbard. He attended grade school in Dillsboro, and high school in Milan. Josh worked as a machinist in Cincinnati for Gerte Machine Co, a job that he enjoyed. He was a caring and intelligent young man, who loved the simple things in life. Josh loved his friends and family, and enjoyed fishing, video games, collecting guns, and playing music. He had a laugh that would fill the room and a smile that would warm your heart. He lived at home with his Dad and his dog, and they will miss him immensely! Surviving are his parents, Rick Gabbard and Tina Taylor Lepolt; 1 brother, Gregory Lepolt II, of Cleves, OH; 2 sisters, Tosha Gabbard-Jines, and her husband, Jeremy, of Aurora, and Holly Lepolt, of Cleves, OH; a niece, Hailey Jines; his grandparents, Walter & June Holbrock, of Ross, OH, and Ron Taylor Sr; his great grandmother, Ethel Guard Meyer. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sam & Bessie Gabbard. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Friends may meet his family from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery, Dillsboro. Memorials may be left at the funeral home for the family.

Shauna Lynne Hamilton, age 55, of Moores Hill, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 13, 2010 at her home following a long illness. Shauna was born January 23, 1954 in Milan, IN to Lloyd Rullman and Dana Miller Rullman. Shauna married Roy C. "Chuck" Hamilton II in 1976 and he died on March 28, 1997. Shauna worked as a Temporary at Seagrams until the end of September, when her illness forced her to retire. She lived out in the country, where she loved her horses and dogs, and was an all around "tomboy". She was a long time member of the American Legion Post 292 Auxillary. Shauna is survived by her mother, Dana Rullman, of Dillsboro; 1 son, Cody Charles Hamilton, at home; 2 daughters, Kami Hamilton, of Lawrenceburg, and Jessie Hamilton, at home; 1 grandson, Gage; her sister, Sheila Creek, of Moores Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chuck, her father, Lloyd Rullman, and 2 brothers, Ed and Mark Rullman. Friends may meet her family Friday, January 15, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Funeral services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat, with Pastor Richard Wilkie officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, next to her husband. Please make memorials to the family.

Betty Jane Peters Brunner, age 79, of Aurora, died Saturday morning, January 9, 2010 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born July 15, 1930 in Aurora, the youngest daughter of John and Myrtle Brown Peters. She graduated from Aurora High School in 1948, and was employed at Aurora Telephone Company as a telephone operator for 2 years. For 10 years she was a secretary at Coca-Cola. On June 15, 1956 Betty married Edmond Brunner, who survives, and they were devoted to each other during their 53 years of marriage.  She glorified God with her gentleness and kindness.  Physical challenges did not limit Betty's caring spirit.  She was a loving and devoted wife sister, and aunt.  Betty was a lifetime member of Aurora United Methodist Church, and an active member of Tri-Kappa Sorority in Aurora for 25 years.  Betty was preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister, Dorothy Uhlmansiek, and a niece, Gail Turner.  In addition to her husband, Edmond "Eddie" Brunner, she is survived by her sister, Evelyn Boyd, of Milan; 1 niece, Anita Morris, of Milan; and a nephew, John Ulmansiek and his wife, Glenda, of Aurora; several great nieces and nephews, Paula, Amy, D.J., Rusty, Austin, Allison Meg, Abbie, and Megan.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Rullman-Hunger Funeral Home in Aurora, with Pastor Damon Soper officiating.  Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery.  Friends may meet her family at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the service time on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Aurora United Methodist Church.  Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.  

M. Alexina "Zene" Pruss, age 97, of Farmers Retreat, died unexpectedley Thursday, January 7, 2010 at her home. Zene was born March 23, 1912 in Aurora, Indiana at her family farm home to Harry Abbott and Bess Hurd Abbott. She was forced to leave school in the 11th grade due to illness, and in March of 1936 she married Irvin Pruss, who passed away in 1989. She and her husband owned and operated Pruss General Store in Farmers Retreat from 1950 until 1987. Zene loved animals, and was well known in Farmers Retreat for taking care of any stray or injured dogs that came her way. Zene absolutely loved dancing, and she was dancing at senior centers in the area until just a few months ago. Zene was a really neat lady who had a great number of friends. She is survived by 2 sons, Barry (Judy) Pruss, of Aurora, and Terry (Jill) Pruss, of Farmers Retreat; 2 grandchildren, Tracy Pruss Karceski, and Terry "Scotty" Pruss; 2 great grandchildren, Paulina Pruss, and Griffin Karceski. She was preceded in death by her husband, and 2 sisters. There will be a committal service in the spring at Oakdale Cemetery that will be announced later. Memorials may be given in her memory to the Friendship Fire Dept First Responders.

Stanley E. Walston, age 63, a lifelong Dillsboro area resident, died Monday, January 4, 2010 at Ripley Crossing in Milan, Indiana. Stan was born in Cincinnati, OH on June 18, 1946 to Floyd Walston and Anna Redfern Walston. He served his country in the US Air Force during the Viet Nam Conflict from 1964-1968. Stan was a carpenter by trade, and was a member of Union Local 126. He was a member of the American Legion Post 292 in Dillsboro, and enjoyed golfing and outdoor activities. He enjoyed doing remodeling work, and he loved to cook. Surviving are 2 brothers, Charles (Sue) Walston, of Aurora, and Lloyd Walston, of Dillsboro; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother, Floyd Walston. Friends may meet his family at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society.

Norman A. Holtegel, age 82, a lifelong resident of Dillsboro, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2010 at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg, IN. Norman was born in Ripley County on April 4, 1927 to Harold Holtegel and Bessie Hallgarth Holtegel. He graduated from high school, and in 1945 he joined the Merchant Marines, serving until 1947. He married Ruth Collier on January 11, 1948, and they were blessed with 1 son and 3 daughters, Bradley, Becky, Bonnie, and Brenda. Norman was a partner with David Graver in the Texaco Service Station in Dillsboro for many years. He served Dillsboro as a volunteer firefighter for several years, and was a Shriner and member of the Dillsboro Masonic Lodge. Norman was a member of Dillsboro American Legion Post 292, and was a member and volunteer at the Friendly Seniors of Dillsboro. He was a long time member of the Dillsboro United Methodist Church, where he served on various committes and on the board for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, and made beautiful crosses and baskets, and gave them as gifts to his friends. His biggest joy was his wife and children and grandchildren, he enjoyed all of them very much. Surviving is his wife, Ruth; 1 son, Bradley Holtegel, of Dillsboro; 3 daughters, Becky (Mike) Heller, of Aurora, Bonnie (Nick) Kretler, of Fountaintown, IN, and Brenda Kellenberger, of Urbana, Ohio; 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, 12 step great grandchildren; 1 sister, Rita Roberts, of Versailles. Funeral services for Norman will be Monday, January 4, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at Dillsboro United Methodist Church, with his close friend and Pastor, Dennis Alstott officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation with his family will be Sunday, January 3, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Masonic Services will be Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to his church or to Oakdale Cemetery.

Charlotte A. Tolle, age 86, of Dillsboro, passed away Wednesday, Dec 30, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. She was born February 24, 1923 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Frank Laake and Agusta Koester Laake. She graduated from high school, and on June 27, 1942 she married Ralph E. Tolle, who passed away November 25, 2004. Charlotte was a homemaker, and loved dogs, cats, and gardening. Flowers were very important to Charlotte and she enjoyed her garden. Besides her husband, Ralph, Charlotte was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Surviving is 1 son, Ronald E. (Pat) Tolle, of Cleves, OH; 3 daughters, Charlene (James) Payne, of North Vernon, IN, Marietta (Larry) Metzler, of Paragould, Ark, and Barbara Sess, of Bear Branch, IN; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; 1 brother, Louis Laake, and 1 sister, Betty Morse. Funeral services will be Monday, January 4, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Fr. Steven Donahue officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Monday from 8:30 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be given to the Activity Fund of Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor.

Patricia Elaine Warren, age 59, of Dillsboro, died Sunday, December 13, 2009 at her home following a long illness. Pat was born November 4, 1949 in Cincinnati, OH to Dan O'Malley and Hazel Ashcraft O'Malley. In 1968 she graduated from Western Hills High School in Cincinnati. She was married to Jerry Warren in October of 1990, and he died October 13, 2003. In 1994 Pat earned her LPN degree and was employed at Dillsboro Manor for a few years. For several years following, she was employed at Grand Victoria Casino as a PBX operator. Pat took care of anyone who needed help, and was a caretaker for her mother from 1990 to 2002. She also raised her grandson, Jesse. Surviving are 2 daughters, Colleen (Shawn) Johnson, of Beaver Creek, OH, and Rhonda (Troy Hall) Deitsch, of Dillsboro; her step-son, Jason (Holly) Warren, of Cincinnati; 5 grandchildren, Amber, Ashley, Kyle, Jesse, and Kayla; 1 great grandson, Andre; 2 sisters, Cora Schoestein, of Florence, KY, and Peggy Roll, of West Bend, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jerry, and 1 sister, Pamela Weller. Memorial services will be Saturday, December 19, 2009 from 1-3 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Milan, with Pastor Jerry Miller officiating. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangements are by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

James L. Eichler, age 86, formerly of Moores Hill and Aurora, died Monday, December 7, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg. He was born October 6, 1923 in Rising Sun, IN to Emerson Eichler and Jeanette Carver Eichler. In 1945 he was married to Lois Girkin and they were blessed with two children, Danny and Jeannine.  They were later divorced. He married Geneva Webb in 1975, and she passed away in 2002. James was a Lathe Operator at Setco, near Cincinnati for several years prior to his retirement. He enjoyed go carts and racing stock cars with his son, Danny at Lawrenceburg Speedway. He was a member of Aurora United Methodist Church. Surviving is his son, Danny Eichler, of Fortville, IN, and his daughter, Jeannine (Steve) Ashcraft, of Guilford, IN; 2 grandchildren, Jennifer Eichler and Amanda Korb; 2 great grandchildren, Sofia Foley and Lillian Foley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva, 1 sister, and 1 brother. Friends may meet his family at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday at 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given in his name to Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Evelyn Mockbee, age 86, of Sun City, AZ, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2009 in Sun City. Evelyn was a lifelong resident of Dillsboro until four years ago when she moved to Sun City to be closer to her children. She was born Oct 8, 1923 to Raymond Oral Oneal and Mable Kraus Oneal. In 1957 she married William Mockbee, who died in 1994. She was a long time member of Hope Baptist Church, and formerly owned a truck stop in Aurora. Surviving are her children, Clarence (Sylvia) Timberlake, William (Debbie) Carver, Steve (Lek) Carver, Randy Cornett, and Robbie Mockbee; 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; all of Arizona. A visitation will be Wednesday, December 9, 2009 from 6-9 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. At 8:30 there will be a brief funeral service. Interment will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Wilmington Cemetery, near Aurora. Memorials may be given in her memory to Hope Baptist Church.

Dale L. Spangler, age 83, of Dillsboro, passed away Friday, November 20, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. Dale was a lifelong resident of Dillsboro, born on July 18, 1926 to George and Helen Roder Spangler. He graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1944. During WWII he served his country in the Philippines. Never one to talk about the horrors of war, he delighted in sharing humorous stories of his Philippine escapades.  Dale married Martha Banes on June 14, 1952, and they were blessed with two daughters, Kimberly and Robyn. Dale worked at Joseph E. Seagram & Sons as a  distiller for 35 years, and during breaks, he learned to drive a golf ball from  the roof of the distillery. (He, however, never understood the fascination with chasing a little ball around a cow pasture.) In addition, he ran a farm for cash crops - tobacco, green peppers, and pumpkins. He delighted in experimenting with techniques to raise giant pumpkins and won a prize for his 412 pound beauty at the Versailles Pumpkin Show in 1982. He loved racing, and especially the World of Outlaws Spring Car Series. After retirement, he followed the racing circuit around the country to watch his favorite driver, Steve Kinser. In recent years, he spent time solving the problems of the world with his cohorts at the Reservation Restaurant in Milan. Surviving are his 2 daughters, Kimberly, with whom he resided for several years, and who was his faithful caretaker, and Robyn (William) Epstein, of Palos Verdes, CA; one grandson, Alex Epstein. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bob Spangler. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, November 24, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given in his memory to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit or to the charity of your choice.

Richard "Scratch" Benning, age 64, of Farmers Retreat, died Sunday, November 22, 2009 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born September 22, 1945 in the same residence in which he lived his entire life. His parents were Harland Benning and Esther Grelle Benning. Richard graduated from Dillsboro High School, and spent 1965 to 1967 in the US Army, serving in Vietnam. On April 2, 1977 he was married to Vera Fields, who survives. "Scratch" was employed at Seagrams as a distiller for 30 years, and then at Argosy/Hollywood Casino for 12 years. He was devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, and did anything he could for them. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat, the Milan VFW, and the Dillsboro American Legion. Besides his wife, Vera, "Scratch" is survived by his children, Michael (Karen) Lawhorn, of Logan, IN, Margaret "Beth" (Darrell) Weaver, of Aurora, Pamela Sue (David) Davies, of Dillsboro, Amy Marie (Carl) Fryman, of Farmers Retreat, Kimberly Renee Caldwell, of Aurora, and Heather Ann Rump, of Farmers Retreat; 11 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 1 brother, Dean Benning, of Farmers Retreat. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat, with interment in St. Johns Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Friday, November 27, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given in his memory to the Milan VFW, Hospice of Dearborn County, and the Dillsboro American Legion.

Esther A. Hankins, age 89, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Dillsboro Manor. She was born September 27, 1920 in Ohio County to William Thomas and Lena Nienhizer Thomas. On May 8, 1943 she was married to Mitchell F. Hankins, who preceded her in death in 1978. Esther was a longtime member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Dillsboro, and the 50+ Club, also in Dillsboro. She was employed for 14 years at Gas Light Pantry, a convenience store in Versailles. Surviving are 3 daughters, Sandra (Tony) Simon, of Osgood, IN, Debbie (Otis) Holdcraft, of Greendale, IN, and Tammie (Wally) Bryant, of Indianapolis; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and 1 great great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell F. Hankins, 1 grandchild, Scott Singleton, in 2001, and 6 sisters. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. from St. Peters Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Visitation with the family will be Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Memorials may  be given to the church in her memory. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Darlene Fay Moore, age 51, of Aurora, died late Monday evening, Nov 9, 2009 at her residence. She was born Jan 9, 1956 in Versailles, IN to Jesse Moody and Virginia Piper Moody. Darlene was employed several years at Grand Victoria/Argosy Casino as a housekeeper. On Nov 9, 1977 she married James Moore, who survives. Darlene and Jim loved traveling around to 42 different states in their 18 wheeler. She had a CB handle of "gypsy lady" and enjoyed her CB friends around the country. Darlene was a member of Hope Baptist Church and had many friends there. Surviving is her husband, Jim; 1 son, James W. Helton, of Florida; 2 daughters, Vanessa Moore, of Rising Sun, and Mildred "Millie" Moore, of Florida; 1 brother, John Moody, of Jeffersonville, IN; 4 sisters, Betty Hudson, of Dillsboro, Janet Draper, of Lawrenceburg, Diana Bradley, of Dillsboro, and Virginia McPeek, of Moores Hill; 3 grandchildren, Deserae, Cameron, and Hayden. Preceding her in death were her parents, 9 brothers and sisters, and 2 grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, Nov 14, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Hope Baptist Church on Hwy US 50 in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating. Visitation with the family will be Friday, Nov 13, 2009 from 5-8 p.m., also at the church. Donations in her memory may be made to the family. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Leo Kenneth Justice, age 74, of Dillsboro, formerly of Moores Hill, passed away Sunday evening, Nov 8, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born July 31, 1935 in Milan, IN to Howard Justice and Violet Loomis Justice. Leo was employed as a truck driver for several trucking companies prior to his retirement. Surviving is one son, Chris Justice of Dillsboro; 2 daughters, Brandy (Mike) Hicks, of Indianapolis, IN, and Sharon Henson, of Scottsburg, IN; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Nina Davies, of Dillsboro, and Elaine Gray, of Elrod. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 1 brother. Private family services will  be held. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

John M. Stasa, age 43, of Dillsboro, died Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born April 4, 1966 in Lansing, MI  to Gerald Stasa and Rosemary Kelly Stasa. On July 25, 1998 he married Lorena Ehle. John was a very caring, loving husband and father, and was a friend to everyone he met. He loved his race cars, and working on cars. John was very opionated about his beliefs, and enjoyed camping, traveling, and fireworks. He is survived by his loving wife, Lorena 2 children, Ryan Frazier, and Paul Ehle, both living at home. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. at Cedars of Lebanon Church, US 50 at Hwy 262 in Dilllsboro, with Pastor Charles Hill officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be made to the family. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Helen L. Transier, age 86, of Dillsboro, died Friday, Oct 30, 2009 at The Waters of Dillsboro. Helen was born April 23, 1923 in Dearborn County to Milton Eckler and Lena Boyd Eckler, and was a graduate of Dillsboro High School in 1941. Helen was a homemaker, and a long time member of Delaware United Methodist Church. She was a former resident of Pierceville, IN.  Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Transier, in 1968,  a daughter, Cherri Transier, and a brother, Leroy Eckler. She is survived by 2 sons, David (Judy) Transier, of Versailles, and Steven (Melissa) Transier, of Batesville, One daughter Sharon (Lary) Alcorn of Cincinnati; 3 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and 4 step grandchildren. In keeping wih Helen's wishes, the visitation and funeral service will be private for the family only. Interment will be in Washington Cemetery in Elrod. Memorials may be given in her name to the Dillsboro Life Squad. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Ellen E. Conaway, age 89, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, Oct 27, 2009 at The Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. She was born July 4, 1920 in Middleburg, NY to Neil Quackenbush and Emily R. Voelker Quackenbush. Ellen graduated from East Islip, Long Island, NY High School in 1938, and from Cornell University in 1942 with a degree in Education. She worked a short time for Republic Aviation before starting her teaching career in Washingtonville, NY, where she taught Home Economics. On Feb 18, 1946 she married Preston Conaway, and moved to the Dillsboro area. She taught Home Economics in grades 7-12 in Dillsboro, Holton, and S. Ripley, Ind for 35 plus years. Ellen was an active member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and was active in the Womens Society. Ellen knitted caps and booties for newborn babies at Dearborn County Hospital, and was active as a Girl Scout Counselor. Ellen is survived by her husband, Preston Conaway; 2 sons, Robert (Bretta) Conaway, of Dallas, Texas, and Edward Conaway, of Portland, OR; 2 grandchildren, Beth Parker, and Karen Armstrong; 7 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Rose Frangella, of Coeymans, NY. She was preceded in death by 1 brother, Victor Quackenbush. Funeral services will be Monday, Nov 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Sunday, Nov 1, 2009 from 4-7 at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Dillsboro Food Pantry.

Charles Willard Steuver, age 94, of Dillsboro, passed away Monday afternoon, Oct 26, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. He was born Sept 6, 1915 in Dillsboro to Edward F. Steuver and Clara E. Neaman Steuver, and graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1933. He served in the US Army from 1942 to 1946, serving in the Philippines and New Guinea. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star 4 times. He was employed at Texas Gas Transmission Corp for several years. Charles loved gardening and taking care of his fruit trees, and in later years he assisted his sister, Hilda in his home. He was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church and Northcut-Laaker American Legion Post #292 in Dillsboro. Charles is survived by several nephews and nieces, among them John & Marlene Steuver. Preceding him in death were 3 brothers, William Leonard, Hubert, and John Steuver; 3 sisters, Marie and Hilda Steuver, and Melba Jordan. Funeral services will be Thursday, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Full military rites will follow at Oakdale Cemetery by Post 292 in Dillsboro. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Post 292 Winter Coat Christmas Program.

Cora "Corky" Mae Stevens, age 88, of Dillsboro, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Dillsboro Manor. She was born June 29, 1921 in Elizabethtown, Ohio, and lived in Elizabethtown the first part of her life. On April 16, 1941 she married George Harrell Mendel and he passed away on January 13, 1971. In 1977 she married Earl Stevens, who survives. Corky, as she was known by, worked for 35 years at the Elizabethtown Schools as a cook, a job she enjoyed very much, and was very talented at. Corky moved to Dillsboro in 1977, and enjoyed her home very much. She decorated the yard every holiday, and loved flowers. She had many African Violets in her home, which she was very proud. She is survived by her husband, Earl Stevens; 1 daughter, Linda (Larry) Starker, of Aurora; 2 step daughters, Sharon (Robert) Cutter, of Aurora, and Debbie (Richard) Graver, of Enon, Ohio; 3 grandchildren, Jason Cutter, Jared Cutter, and Kyle Graver; 1 great granddaughter, Emma. Corky was preceded in death by her first husband, George Harrell Mendel, and her sister, Betty. She and Earl were members of Dillsboro United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Oct 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment Elizabethtown Cemetery in Elizabethtown, Ohio. Friends may meet her family at the funeral home Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to Dillsboro United Methodist Church or to Dillsboro Life Squad.

Sam Justin Roberts, age 25, of Bear Branch, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Oct 18, 2009 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Hebron, Ky. Sam was born in Lawrenceburg, IN on Sept 26, 1984 to Sam Roberts Jr. and Laura Gomez Roberts. He graduated from Rising Sun High School in 2009, and attended Northern Kentucky University. Sam was employed at Citibank for 4 years in sales, prior to going back to college at NKU. He loved sports and music, and doing things his way. Sam loved his nieces and nephews and was famous for playing tricks on them. He is survived by his parents, Sam and Laura Roberts, of Bennington; his twin sisters, Christina Roberts and Raquel (Jason) Roberts Skipworth, both of Rising Sun; his 2 grandmothers, Conception Gomez, of Tampa, FL, and Myrtle Burkhart, of Lowell, IN; his grandfather, Sam Roberts, of Bear Branch; nieces and nephew, Alexis, Desiree, & Daniel; uncles, aunts, & cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Anthony Gomez, and his step grandmother, Anna Roberts. Sam also lost his girl friend, Brittany Holtzman, in the same automobile accident. Visitation for family and friends will be Thursday, Oct 22, 2009 from 6-9 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Aurora. The funeral service will be Friday at 4:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Aurora. Memorials to the family would be appreciated. Arrangements are entrusted to Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Elsie E. Fry, age 88, of Aurora, passed away Monday evening, Oct 12, 2009 at Kings Daughters Hospital in Madison. Elsie was born Sept 17, 1921 in Versailles to James Courter and Alta Johnston Courter, and was a lifelong area resident. She was married to Delbert Lee Fry, who passed away in April of 1976. Elsie loved to fish at Hartford Pike and in Sunman, and loved catching catfish. She was an excellent cook, and always baked a special birthday cake for her daughter every year. She also loved to crochet and do embroidery. Surviving is her daughter, Lynda Sue (Marvin) Roland, of Aurora; 2 grandaughters, Jutanna Roland and Ladonna (Kelly) Gregory; 2 great grandaughters, LeighSue Roland and Natasha Kay Roland; 1 brother, Albert Courter; 2 sisters, Lois Fischer and Marjorie Kuhlmeier. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert; 2 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral services will be Friday, October 16, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. from First Baptist Church in Aurora, with Pastor William Secrest officiating. Visitation with the family will be at the church from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Interment Forest Hill Cemetery in Moores Hill. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimers Association in her memory. Arrangements are entrusted to Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Geneva G. Riley, age 91, of Dillsboro, passed away Friday, October 9, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. Geneva was born in Tipton County, IN on March 13, 1918 to David Partlow and Margaret Loring Partlow, and resided in Kokomo, IN most of her life. Geneva was employed at Delco Electronics in Production Control for several years. In March of 1968 she married Joseph Riley, who survives. In 1980 she moved to Dillsboro with her husband, Joe, and was very involved with babysitting grandchildren, gardening, and just being "grandma" to everyone in town. Geneva & Joe were known in town for walking all over the area, all the time. They would walk all the way down Hwy 50 to the round barn and back, and they covered every street in town. She walked until she was 89 years old, and her health prevented her from doing it. She & Joe were members of Dillsboro Church of Christ. Besides her husband, Joe, Geneva is survived by 1 daughter, Nancy O'Brien, of Dillsboro; 4 step daughters, Patricia Sturn, of Ft. Wayne, IN, Pamela Guest, of Fredericksburg, VA, Gracie Sowry, of Roseville, CA, and Monica Harper, of Columbus, OH; 2 step sons, Tony Riley, of Roseville, CA, and Albert Riley, of Florence, KY; 3 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters, 3 brothers, 1 step daughter, Tillie Riley, and 1 son-in-law, Jimmy O'Brien. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Dillsboro Church of Christ, with Pastor Dave Fogle officiating. Visitation with the family will be Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the Dillsboro Church of Christ. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Bonnie Stanley Walston, age 48, of Dillsboro, passed away Monday evening, October 5, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital following a long illness. Bonnie was born June 10, 1961 in Dearborn County to George Stanley and Betty Siefort Stanley. She was a lifelong area resident, and was a homemaker. Bonnie loved old movies, and was a member of the American Legion Auxillary. Bonnie was married to Lloyd Walston, who was a wonderful caregiver to her during her long illness. She was a member of the Presbyterian faith. Besides her husband, Lloyd, Bonnie is survived by her daughter, Leslie (Zach) Allen, of Greendale; 1 step daughter, Karalyn (Mike) Smith, of Rising Sun; 2 grandchildren, Kylie, and Colten; 2 brothers, Jerry Stanley and Kenny Stanley; 1 sister, Laura Lyons; 2 step grandchildren, Brittany Smith and Michaela Smith; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Bonnie will be Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Visitation with the family will be Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the family.

Mary Ann Colter, age 43, of Helenwood, TN, formerly of Dillsboro, died Friday, Sept 18, 2009 at Methodist Medical Hospital in Oakridge, TN. She was born Jan 25, 1966 in Cincinnati to Fred Pitman and Joyce Surgenor Pitman. Mary attended Gamble Jr. High School prior to attending Western Hills High School. While in high school, she met Clarence Colter, Jr., who she later married. Mary was employed at Lyric Optical and Diversified Labs while living in Cincinnati. She and Clarence also resided in Portland, IN, and in 1998 they moved to Dillsboro, IN, where Mary was employed at Gardens Alive in Lawrenceburg, and they were members of Dillsboro United Methodist Church. In 2004 they moved to Helenwood, TN, their current home.  Mary Ann was a loving wife, mother, sister, and aunt; devoted to her family and helpful and loyal to her friends. She enjoyed caring for her plants and her family pets, and always had a book in her hand when not busy with something else. She had a wonderful sense of humor. Mary Ann is survived by her loving husband, Clarence Colter, Jr., 2 sons, Clarence Colter III "Bubba", and Kevin Edward Colter; 1 daughter, Sheila Pitman; 1 brother, Fred Junior Pitman, and 1 sister, Theresa Ann Leppert; one aunt Frankie Smith, two uncles, Richard and Elmer Pitman. Her Mother-in-law Geraldine Rose Wilson, her father-in-law and step mother-in-law, Clarence & Connie Colter. She was preceded in death by her parents, and 1 sister, Barbara Ann Silbey. Friends may meet her family on Thursday, Sept 24, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with a memorial service to follow at 8:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family.

Paula Rose Taylor, age 56, of Moores Hill, passed away Tuesday, Sept 8, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born on October 19, 1953 in Cincinnati to Arden Watson and Pauline Wheeler Watson. Paula was employed for several years as a bartender at Frankos Cafe in Cincinnati. She suffered from diabetes for most of her life, and still maintained her dignity by having several children and running a family. She enjoyed old time movies and 'being the boss' around the house. Her recliner was something that she enjoyed, and her sense of humor was something that no one will forget. When her health permitted, Paula enjoyed attending Hope Baptist Church. She is survived by 1 son, Robert (Pamela) Hopping, of Bennington, IN; 5 daughters, Jennifer (Johnny) Decker, of Middletown, OH, Jeannine (Keiron) Ashurst, of Fairfield, OH, Gwendollyn Hopping, of Cincinnati, Christine (Todd) Bowlin, of Hamilton, OH, and Sherry (Donald) Hollins, of Moores Hill; 4 brothers, Jerry, Gerald, Johnny,  and Paul Wayne Watson; 4 sisters, Pamela Cummins, Glenna Cantwell, Peggy McIntosh, and Jacqueline Seaver; 21 grandchildren;; 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 grandchildren and 1 brother. Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. from Hope Baptist Church on Highway 50, West of Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating. Interment South Sparta Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 2 hours prior  to the funeral service. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Matthew  Thomas Meyers, age 19, of Dillsboro, died Friday, August 7, 2009 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Matt was born May 6, 1990 in Madison, IN to Michael Meyers and Ginger Fryer Meyers. He graduated from S. Dearborn High School in the class of 2008, and was currently employed at NAPA Auto Parts as a delivery driver. Matt was a 10 year member of 4H, and enjoyed shooting sports and showing beef cattle and swine. He was excellent at making models of ships, and has several that he has completed. Matt is survived by his parents, Mike and Ginger  Meyers; 3 sisters, Chelsea, Deanna, and Megan Meyers; his paternal grandmother, Nora Meyers, of Dillsboro; maternal grandparents, Jim & Linda Fryer, of Milan; 3 aunts, Jane & Duane Ohlmansiek, Janet & Bob Negley, and Leisa Fryer; 3 uncles, Mark & Lois Meyers, Jimmy Fryer, and Adam Fryer; several cousins, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Murrell Meyers, and his uncle, Jerry Fryer. Memorial services will be Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. from Dillsboro United Methodist Church, with his friend, Pastor Richard Wilkie officiating. For a more lasting memorial, please make donations to the Dearborn County Shooting Sports Program. Envelopes will be available at the service. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Evelyn G. Race, age 92, a long time resident of Dillsboro, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Ripley Crossing in Milan, IN. Evelyn was born July 5, 1917, in Antioch, Harrison County, KY to Sidney Ecklar and Laura Kearns Ecklar. Her parents moved to Lawrenceburg with her when she was an infant. She married John Elbert Race on March 28, 1942 in Cynthiana, KY and he preceded her in death, Dec 4, 1993. John & Evelyn lived in Dillsboro, IN. their entire married life. She was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church for 52 years and the Am Legion Auxiliary Post 292 in Dillsboro for 60 years. Evelyn was a homemaker and worked as a nurse's aid at Dillsboro Manor for a few years. In 2007, due to health problems, she moved to Ripley Crossing in Milan, IN. She is survived by her two children, John. L.(Judy) Race, of Bear Branch, and Velma (Basil) Peugh, of Lake Wales, FL; 1 grandson, Jeffrey Dickerson, of Milan, IN; 2 granddaughters, Heather Race, of Bear Branch, and Lee Ann (Mark) Boggs, of Vevay; 2 great granddaughters, Carlee Boggs and Maggie Dickerson; 1 step grandchild, Brian Peugh, of Dillsboro, and 1 step great grandchild, Cameron Peugh; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro with the funeral service Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Dillsboro United Methodist Church. Interment Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to Oakdale Cemetery Trust Fund.

Evelyn Joyce Ankenbauer, age 80, of Cross Plains, IN, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at her home. She was born Dec 27, 1928 in Cincinnati, Oh. to Theodore Blackburn and Cecilia Fester Blackburn. On August 6, 1949 she was married to Howard Ankenbauer, and they would have celebrated their 60 wedding anniversary the day after she passed away. Evelyn and Howard resided in Cincinnati for several years, while Howard was employed at Proctor & Gamble. 25 years ago Howard built a home for Evelyn and himself in Cross Plains, and they have resided there ever since. Evelyn enjoyed living in the country; she loved fishing, hunting, and camping, She was an excellent marksman and a first ever computer wiz. She loved animals, birds, and all of nature. Most of all she loved her family, and they loved her. Evelyn is survived by her husband, Howard; 3 children, Cheryl Ankenbauer-ruehl  Mark Ankenbauer, and Lynn (Steven) Bolin, all of Cincinnati; 6 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug 8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Friends may meet the family from 4:00 p.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the National Rifle Assoc. or to the Diabetes Foundation.

Melinda Gayle "Mindy" McIntosh, age 26, of Moores Hill, IN, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009, at University Hospital in Cincinnati due to complications of an undisclosed lung disease. Mindy was born March 8, 1983 in Batesville, IN to Mark & Katrina McIntosh, and graduated from south Dearborn High School in 2001. Mindy had 2  best friends, her brother Matt, who passed away on  July 5 of the same disease, and Jenne Proffttr a very close friend. She was working part time this summer at Dillsboro IGA, and was planning on going to Ivy Tech College this fall to study accounting. She was a member of Emanuel Lutheran  church in Greendale, and was a big hearted, sweet gal. Mindy is survived by her 'parents, Mark and Katrina Marquardt McIntosh, of Moores Hill; 1 brother, Christopher of Shelbyville, IN; her maternal grandfather, Roger Marquardt, and his wife,  Rita, of Napoleon; her paternal grandmother Ruby June McIntosh, of  Dillsboro; several uncles, aunts, cousins, and a multitude of friends. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Alvin McIntosh, 2 uncles, and her brother, Matt McIntosh. Funeral services will be Friday, July 31, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 570 North Sheldon St. in Greendale. Visitation will be Thursday, July 30, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the church with a time for remembrances by her friends at 8:00 p.m. There will also be a visitation at the church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time, Interment  will be  at St. Johns Lutheran Cemetery in Napoleon. For a more lasting tribute, please make memorials to the family for med1cal expenses or to Emanuel Lutheran, Church Youth Group. The family is being served by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Helen Frances Mason, age 66, of  Dillsboro,  passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at the Waters of  Dillsboro - Ross Manor. Helen was born May 19, 1943 in Birmingham, AL. to Ralph Mason and Helen Masterson Mason. She was an excellent student, and received her Masters Degree and worked as a Librarian for several years at the Rising Sun City Library. She moved to this area 30 years ago from Warren, PA, and resided with her niece, Kathleen Sharpshair. Helen was known as the "cookie aunt" to all of her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed baking and cooking, as well as word puzzles and reading books. Helen was a member of Bear Creek Baptist church in Friendship. Surviving are 2 nephews and 6 nieces, along, with aunts and uncles and many great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and  3 sisters, Virginia, Ona, and Rachael.  A memorial service will be Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Bear Creek Baptist Church in Friendship, with a luncheon following. Memorials may be given in her memory to her church. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Wayne W. Peterson, age 66, of Lawrenceburg, died Sunday July 26, 2009, at. his home. following a brief illness. He was born Jan 12, 1943, in Cleveland, OH  to William Peterson and Helen Harris Peterson.  Wayne was employed for 30 years at AT &T as a Technical Electrician, working out of Solon, Ohio. On January 25, 1982 he was married to Betty Cutter, who survives.. Wayne is also survived by 1 son, Kurt Peterson, of Lawrenceburg; a step son, Clark Kuhling, with the U.S Army, stationed in Germany; his brother, Alan Peterson, of Clarkston, MI; 1 sister, Lynn (Kim) Schneider, of White Salmon, WA. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. from Filter- DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation  with the family will be from 10 to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday.  Interment  St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery in Bear Branch. Memorials may be given to the American cancer Society.

Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Wells, Jr. age 39 of Aurora, died Sunday, July 19, 2009 in Dearborn County Hospital. Ronnie was born Aug.21,1969 in San Diegto, Ca. to Ronald Wells Sr. and Sadie Calahan Wells. In 1988 he graduated from South Dearborn High School, and was employed at the sugar factory for a period of time. He married Krista Goodpastor in 1989, and they wee divorced in 2006. Ronnie was the father of Brandon, Brett, and Brianna, and enjoyed many activities, such as boating,the outdoors and working on cars. He was a handyman and never met a stranger. Ronnie had many friends who will miss him very much. Surviving is his father, Ronald Wells Sr.and his wife Linda of Okeana, Ohio; his mother Sadie Wells of Lawrenceburg; his three children Brandon, Brett and Brianna, his ex-wife and the mother of his children, Krista; his fiance; Amy Henry of Aurora; two sisters, Kim (Charlie) Kostas, of Lawrenceburg and Shelly O'Brien, of Aurora; his brother-in -law Scott Good, of Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his sister, Tanya Good and one nephew, Matt Good. Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. from Fitch-Denny funeral home in Lawrenceburg. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the family for a fund for his children. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Mrs. Wayneoka Louise Worley, age 75, of Dillsboro, died Monday, July 20, 2009 at  Dearborn County Hospital following a long illness. She was born Maroh 6, 1934  in Martin, KY to Wayne Hagans and Mae Allen Hagans. Wayneoka has lived in Dillsboro the past several years, and for 25 years was a resident at the Waters of Dillsboro. She had many friends at the Waters, and enjoyed crafts, painting,  sewing, drawing,  needle-points, and any kind. of  music. She really enjoyed her music - any kind!  Prior to  being at the Waters, Wayneoka workad a few years at Schneley Distillery and at New Horizons in Batesville. Wayneoka was a Christian and believed in the Lord and was a member of Allen First Baptist Church. She is survived by 2 sons, James (Patty) Worley, Jr., of Montgomery, Al. and Mike (Sandy) Worley, of Aurora; 1 brother, Paul. Hagans,  of Langley, KY.;  3 sisters, Pat McCarty, of Aurora, and. Barbara Sue Kelley and Linda Thacker, both of Louisville, Ky; 4 grandchildren, Michael, James Dusti,  and Amber; 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 1 sister, Kay Bowen, and 1 brother, Jack.Hagans. Funeral services will be Friday, July 24,  2009 at 1:00 p.m. at  the Hall Funeral Home in Martin, KY.  Visitation will be Thursday  from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to the Maytown Baptist Church  Sanctuary Fund.  Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Matthew Paul "Skinny" McIntosh, age 19, of Moores Hill, IN, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 at University Hospital in Cincinnati due to complications of an undisclosed lung disease. Matt was born Aug 1, 1989 in Lawrenceburg, IN to Mark and Katrina McIntosh, and graduated from South Dearborn High School in 2008. Matt loved playing the drums, and was the drummer in a band called "Strange on Display" with his 2 best friends, Jimmy Wenstrup and Mike Dittmer. He was an active member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Greendale, and had an infectious smile that everyone loved! Matt is survived by his parents, Mark and Katrina Marquardt McIntosh, of Moores Hill; his sister, Mindy, who lives at home; 1 brother, Christopher, of Shelbyville, IN; his maternal grandfather, Roger Marquardt, and his wife, Rita, of Napoleon; his paternal grandmother, Ruby June McIntosh, of Dillsboro; several uncles, aunts, cousins, and a multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Alvin McIntosh and 2 uncles. Funeral services will be Friday, July 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Emanuel Lutheran Church, 570 North Sheldon St in Greendale. Visitation will be Thursday, July 9, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. AT THE CHURCH with a time for remembrances by his friends at 8:00 p.m. There will also be a visitation at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Friday. Interment will be at St. Johns Lutheran Cemetery in Napoleon. For a more lasting tribute, please make memorials to the family for medical expenses or to Emanuel Lutheran Church Youth Group. The family is being served by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Esther L. Dennis, age 93, a lifelong resident of Bear Branch, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at Ripley Crossing in Milan, IN. She was born on April 15, 1916 in a log cabin in Bear Branch to Henry Sommer and Adelia Longcamp Sommer. She attended school in Bear Branch, and on May 16, 1936 she was married to Frank L. Dennis. He preceded her in death on May 15, 1974. Esther was a lifelong member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Bear Branch, and was a retired homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Judy (John) Race, of Bear Branch, her son-in-law, Everett (Janet) Walton, of Rising Sun; 2 grandchildren, Heather Race, of Bear Branch, and LeeAnn (Mark) Boggs, of Vevay; 1 great grandaughter, Carlee Boggs; 1 brother, Earl (Aldine) Sommer, of Bear Branch; 1 sister, Juanita Hill, of Dillsboro. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Frank; her daughter, Wanda Walton; and 1 brother, Alfred Sommer. Funeral services will be Friday, June 26, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Peters Lutheran Church in Bear Branch. Interment Althoff-Marker Cemetery in Bear Branch. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to St. Peters Lutheran Church, St. Peters Cemetery Fund, or to a charity of the donors choice.

Willard Roberts Sr., age 90, of St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Lawrenceburg, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2009 in Florida. He was born January 18, 1919 in Rockcastle County, KY to Joe Roberts and Lilly Ward Roberts. He was married to Margaret Cash Roberts, who survives. Willard was employed for many years at E.I. Dupont prior to his retirement. Willard and Margaret have resided in St. Petersburg for 25 years, moving there from Lawrenceburg. He was a member of the Elks Lodge for over 40 years, and he and Margaret enjoyed square dancing. They attended many square dance conventions over the years. Surviving is his wife, Margaret; 2 sons, Willard E. (Linda) Roberts Jr. "Gene", of Okeana, OH, and Gregory I. (Linda) Roberts, of Viera, FL; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Ora Alsop, of Cross Plains; 1 sister-in-law, Margaret Roberts. He was preceded in death by 1 brother, David "John" Roberts. Funeral services will be Friday at 3:00 p.m. at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, with visitation at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Gladys Lorraine Ulrich, age 97, of Dillsboro, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 at The Waters of Dillsboro, Dillsboro Manor. Gladys was born Nov 5, 1911 in Manchester Townsship to James M. Cross and Florence Rumsey Cross. She graduated from Moores Hill High Schoold in 1930, and in 1937 she was married to Donald Ulrich. She & Donald resided in Moores Hill and Dillsboro and Gladys assisted her husband for many years in operating the Ulrich Funeral Home in Dillsboro. They retired in 1971 and enjoyed traveling throughout the United States together. She was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church, the Southeast Indiana Shrine Ladies Auxiliary, Phi Beta Psi Sorority, Theta Gamma Associate Chapter in  Aurora, and the Dillsboro Civic Club. In May of 1985 Gladys and Donald were named King and Queen of the Dillsboro Homecoming Parade. She also enjoyed playing Bridge and was a member of the Homemakers Club. She was preceded in death by her brother, Arthur, as an infant, and by her sister, Mildred Beatty. Surviving is a sister, Thelma Slater, of Puyallup, Wa; 2 nieces, and 2 nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday at 3:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Thursday from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment Forest Hill Cemetery in Moores Hill. Memorials may be given to the Dillsboro Food Pantry.

\John W. Bailey Sr., age 64, of Dillsboro, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday evening, June 10, 2009 at his home. John was born on February 14, 1945 in Indianapolis, IN to Raymond Bailey and Mabel Porter Bailey. John served his country during the Viet Nam Conflict from 1962 to 1968. On August 23, 1985 he was married to Tara Shelton Bailey, who survives. John was a collector of antiques and coins; he acquired a lot of items at auctions, garage sales, and flea markets. He was excellent at refinishing furniture. He spent 13 years at Argosy Casino, working in maintenance until 2009. At the time of his death, he and his wife were in the process of forming a company to do maintenance and repair on buildings in Dearborn County. Surviving is his wife, Tara; 2 sons, Johnny W. Bailey Jr., of Rising Sun, and Jay F. Scudder Jr., of Sunman; 4 daughters, Kimberly  S. (John) Dick, of S. Carolina, Tabatha S. Bailey, of Aurora, Angelia J. Sturgeon, of Greendale, and Renee (Jason) Pennington, of Evansville; 12 grandchildren; 9 brothers and sisters. The funeral service for John will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating. Visitation with the family will be Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Operation "Thank You" in Cincinnati to benefit families of servicemen who are fighting in the war.

Clinton Todd Gentry, age 38, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. Todd was born in Lawrenceburg on Oct 10, 1970 to Clinton Gentry and Betty Harvey Gentry. He graduated from South Dearborn High School in 1990 and on July 13, 1990 he married his high school sweetheart, Angl Clark. Todd was a machinist, and very good at it! He worked for Stedman Machine Co and Obara Machine. He was a good Dad, coaching soccer and attending his kids sporting events. Even though he and Angl were divorced, they remained good friends and supported their children together. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Kennie Gentry. He is survived by his ex-wife, Angi Clark; 1 son, Lukas Todd Gentry; 2 daughters, Chelsea Beth Gentry and Morgan Beth Gentry; 1 sister, Penny Jones, of Minneola, FL. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 12 Noon from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with visitation at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the service time. Memorials may be given to the family for expenses.

Anna Marie Peters, age 87, of Dillsboro, formerly of Aurora, died Wed, May 13, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro. She was born in Kyle, IN on June 5, 1922 to Henry Molter and Mathilda Lang Molter. In September of 1952 she married to Almond C. Peters, who died September 4, 1989. Her husband was a well known jeweler in Aurora for many years. Anna was a beautician and owned the Clip & Curl in Aurora for 40 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Aurora for many years, and in 1990, when she moved to Dillsboro, she became a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Hillforest Society, and was very active in 50+ Club in Dillsboro. In 1974 she was named "Woman of the Year" for area 12 of Dearborn County. She was also President of the local chapter of AARP. Besides her husband, Almond, Anna was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by 2 nephews; Gary Molter and Keenan Molter; 1 niece, Renee Molter; and a very close personal friend and helper, Mary Patterson. Funeral services will be Monday, May 18, 2009 at 12 Noon from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the service time. Interment in Riverview Cemetery, Aurora. Memorials may be directed to the 50+ Club in Dillsboro or to the First Presbyterian Church in Aurora.

JoAnn Gentry, age 67, of Alexandria, KY, formerly of the Aurora,Lawrenceburg, and Dillsboro area, died Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at Hospice of Bluegrass at St. Luke East Hospital in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was born in Dayton, KY on April 4, 1942 to Wilbert Bechtle and Vera Woodruff Bechtle. She married her first husband, George Robbins at an early age, and he passed away while still in his mid 20's. In 1963 JoAnn married Claude Gentry, and they were blessed with one son, Barry. Claude, otherwise known as "Tobby" passed away in 1995. JoAnn was a stay at home Mom for several years. In her later years she became an RN, and worked in nursing home in Indiana and Northern KY. In 2001 she moved to West Palm Beach, FL, and became the nurse at Armour Correctional Center. In 2006 she moved back to Northern KY. Besides her 2 husbands, JoAnn was also preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey Robbins. She is survived by her son, Barry Gentry, of Alexandria, KY; a grandson, Jeffrey Jason Robbins, and a great grandson, Jeremy Robbins. She also is survived by nieces and cousins, who care very much for her and have been very helpful to her in her illness. The family will meet friends on Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. The funeral service will be at 12 noon at the funeral home. Interment will be private at Oakdale Cemetery. The family would appreciate donations to her son Barry, who will begin his new life living on his own.

Daniel A. Moreland, age 53, of Dillsboro, IN, formerly of Cleves, OH, died Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at his home. Danny was born Nov 19, 1955 in Cincinnati to Jack A. Moreland and Rose Mary Guard Moreland. He graduated from Taylor High School  in Cleves in 1975, and was employed as a welder for several years at Ammbusher Industries in Dillsboro. Danny was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church, where he had many friends. He had a number of physical problems that prevented him from living an active life, but Danny was always happy and pleasant to be around. His father, Jack Moreland, passed away in December of 2008, and he leaves behind his mother, Rose Mary Moreland, of Dillsboro; 2 sisters, Leeanne (Thom) Maltbie, of Dillsboro, and Jane Moreland, of Yorktown, VA; a niece, Emily (Mike) Bennett, and a nephew, Tanner Maltbie. Visitation will be Saturday from 2-4 p.m. at Dillsboro United Methodist Church, with the memorial service following at 4:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Dillsboro Community Food Pantry. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Rhonda Sue Clift, age 43, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, March 24, 2009 unexpectedly at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born May 23, 1965 in Dearborn County to Rondald Ritter and Bonnie Stopher Ritter. On Feb 16, 1982 she was married to Carl "Chris" Clift, and they were the parents of 2 children, Christopher Raymond and Renda. Rhonda loved to draw and take walks in the woods. She loved her grandchildren and spending time with them. Rhonda attended Grace Baptist Church in Milan. Surviving is her husband, "Chris" Clift; her 2 children, Christopher Raymond Clift, of Dillsboro, and Renda Clift (Noah Stamper), of Dillsboro; 4 grandchildren, Kalyb, Karygan, Makiah, and Aiden; 2 sisters, Anya Ritter, and Carly; her parents, Rondald and Bonnie Ritter. Funeral services will be Monday, March 30, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. from Grace Baptist Church in Milan , with Pastor Charles Miller officiating. Interment Rising Sun Cemetery. Visitation with the family will bne Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the service time at the church. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Melissa Ann Cunningham, age 47, of Dillsboro, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. Melissa was born Oct 23, 1962 in Cincinnati to Robert Steelman and Carolyn Moses Steelman, and has been a resident of the Dillsboro area since 1992. Melissa was a member of Cedars of Lebanon Church, and enjoyed the fellowship of her fellow Christians at the church. She loved taking care of her family, especially her 2 grandchildren, who she loved very much. Holidays, especially Christmas, were important events to her, and she always made them special for her family. Melissa was married to Barton Cunningham on February 18, 1983. She is survived by her loving husband, Bart; 2 sons, Robert B. Cunningham and Tony A. Cunningham (Jessica Pope), both of Dillsboro; 1 daughter, Samantha Jewel Cunningham, of Dillsboro; her mother, Carolyn Steelman, of Delhi, OH; 2 grandchildren, Hayden and Braeden Cunningham; 3 brothers, Bobby, Ricky, and Ronald Steelman, and 1 sister, Linda Parton, all of Delhi, OH. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Steelman, and her sister, Connie J. Steelman. The funeral service for Melissa will be Monday, March 23, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. from Cedars of Lebanon Church in Dillsboro, with Pastor Charlie Hill officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Visitation will be at the church Monday from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be given to the family.

Norman L. Utter, age 83, of Dillsboro, passed away Thursday,  March 12, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. Norman was born Sept 3, 1925 in Dillsboro to Harley Utter and Louella Heath Utter. He graduated from Dillsboro High School and Hanover College. In 1953 Norman was married to Phyllis Struben, who survives. During WWII he served his country in the US Marines. Norman was employed for 37 years as a Supervisor with Seagrams Distillery, retiring in 1983. Norman and Phyllis also farmed for many years at a farm they owned on Arlington Road. He was a member of the Dillsboro Masonic Lodge and Dillsboro United Methodist Church, and enjoyed playing the fiddle and guitar. Surviving is his wife, Phyllis; 1 son, Randy Utter, of Dillsboro; 2 daughters, Linda (Robert) Goshert, of Indianapolis and Andrea (Ron) Nappier, of Dillsboro; 3 grandaughters; 4 brothers, James Utter, John Utter, Jerry Utter, and Stephen Utter; 2 sisters, Mary Decker and Scharline Field, both of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, 1 brother, and a grandson. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 15, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment Oakdale Cemetery with full military rites. Visitation with the family will be Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Dillsboro Emergency Unit, the Cancer Fund, or Dillsboro United Methodist Church.

Donald H. Young, age 66, of Moores Hill, passed away Friday, February 13, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born February 10, 1943 in Cincinnati, Ohio to William Young and Rosella Neiheisel Young. In May of 1967 he was drafted into the US Army and served just short of 2 years during the Vietnam Conflict. On May 28, 1971 Donald was married to Carol Forbes, and she was a very special person in his life. Donald and Carol lived in Aurora until 5 years ago, when they moved to a house that Donald built himself in Moores Hill. He enjoyed painting and woodworking, and was an active member of the Vietnam Vets Chapter 71, and a lifetime member of the VFW Post in Aurora/Rising Sun. He and Carol were associated with the Grace Baptist Church in Milan. Surviving is his wife, Carol; 2 sons, Anthony Wayne Young, of Paint Lick, KY, and Donald H. (Michelle) Young, of Williamstown, KY; 1 daughter, Susanne (Todd W.) Anderson, of Moores Hill; 1 sister, Joyce Sprecker, of Cincinnati; 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Charles Miller officiating. Interment will be in New Craven Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Vietnam Vets Chapter 71.

Judith Diane Schaefer, age 63, of Milan, passed away Friday, Feb 6, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro. She was born March 3, 1945 in Indianapolis to Herman Schaefer and Shirley Schafer Schaefer. Judy was a special person, and was employed at New Horizons in Batesville for many years. She was currently a resident of the Milan Group Home, and was loved by the staff and other residents. Judy is survived by 2 sisters, Debbi Schaefer, of Palm Harbor, FL, and Patti (Jack) Keene, of Indianapolis. A memorial service will be held in 2 weeks, time and the date will be announced. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Joyce VanWinkle, age 62, of Dillsboro, passed away Thursday, Feb 5, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital very suddenly. She was born in Cincinnati on July 14, 1946 to Jesse Moody and Virginia Piper Moody. Joyce was a homemaker and enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She loved taking photographs and collecting figurines and Indian articles. In her later years she was confined to her home due to Parkinson's disease. She is survived by 4 sons, Tim Beam, of Lawrenceburg, Rick Beam, of Cincinnati, Anthony (Carol) VanWinkle, of Moores Hill, and Joe (Jen) Van Winkle, of Dillsboro; 2 daughters, Diana Jenkins, of Dillsboro, and Laura Pilot, of S. Carolina; 1 brother, John Moody; 5 sisters, Bettie Hudson, Janet Draper, Diana Bradley, Darlene Moore, and Virginia McPeek; 14 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Hope Baptist Church on US 50, west of Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating. Interment wii be in Mt. Sinai Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, February 9, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Tanya Louise Good, age 46, of Burlington, KY, formerly of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at St. Luke's Hospital West, in Burlington, KY. She was born in Dearborn County on November 17, 1962 to Ron Wells and Sadie Callahan Wells. Following graduation from S. Dearborn High School,she married Scott Good in 1979, and they were blessed with 3 children; Matthew, Anthony, and Katie Jo. Tanya was a military wife, and as such she moved to several different areas. She has lived in California, North Carolina, and in Aurora, Lawrenceburg, and Dillsboro. While her husband was in the service, she enjoyed working in arts and crafts and helping people. While living in Indiana, she worked at Rescare, a home for developmentally challenged people. She truly enjoyed her interactions with the residents there. Tanya also worked part time at Target for a while, which she enjoyed very much. In 1984, her son, Matthew, was tragically killed in and automobile accident in Dillsboro. Tanya is survived by her husband, Scott Good; her 2 children, Anthony "Andy" (Jessica) Good, of Norfolk, VA and Katie Jo (Jason) Rogers, of Burlington, KY; 3 grandchildren, Emily Good, Tara Rogers, and Ryann Rogers; her parents, Ron and Sadie Wells; 3 brothers, Ronnie Wells, Wayne Webster, and Donnie Webster; 3 sisters, Kim (Charlie) Kostas, Shelly O'Brien, and Donna Dixie Webster. Funeral services will be Saturday, 11:00 a.m. February 7, 2009 from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Friday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Fred Edward Emley, age 78, of Moores Hill, died Saturday, Jan 31, 2007 at his home. Fred was born Nov 27, 1930 in Middletown, OH to Vernon Emley and Nola Quinby Emley. They were blessed with one son, Edward. Fred graduated from high school and attended college at the Conservatory of Music studying trumpet, until he met Dolores Erb, and they were married Sept 1, 1950. In 1950 Fred joined the US Navy, and served his country for 3 years.He sold clothing for a few years before joining the Cincinnati Fire Dept. Fred attained the rank of Lieutenant before retiring in 1983.Following his retirement, Fred and Dolores moved to land they had purchased in Moores Hill, and became "gentleman farmers". Fred was the founder and publisher emeritus of the "Over 50 Magazine" until selling it to the Register Publications. He was a proud member of the American Legion Post 292 in Dillsboro and played the trumpet at military funerals for years. Fred was a member of the Southeast Indiana Shrine - Murat Temple, he was also proud to be a "Kentucky Colonel". He was past president of the S.E. Indiana Shrine Club. He and Dolores purchased Schuettes Huckster truck and sold groceries in many towns in Dearborn County for a period of time. They also owned Queen's Vineyard for several years, raising grapes. In later years Fred was appointed to the board of SEI and attended meetings across the country for SEI. He was also very active in the Chamber of Commerce. Fred and Dolores were active members of Dillsboro Church of Christ. Surviving is his wife, Dolores; one son, Edward (Joyce) Emley, of Cleves, OH; 2 grandaughters; 3 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Feb 4, 2009 at 12 Noon from Dillsboro Church of Christ. Friends may meet the family from 10:00 a.m. until the service time at the church. Interment will be in South Sparta Cemetery with full military rites by American Legion Post 292. Memorials may be given to Southeastern Indiana Shrine Club. Arrangements are by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Betty M. Stanley, age 80, of Dillsboro, passed away Monday, Jan 26, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born in Dillsboro on March 3, 1928 to Claude K. Seifert and Edna Klinkerman Seifert. On August 16, 1945 she was married to George Stanley, and they were blessed with 5 children, Jerry, William Kenneth, Laura, Bonnie, and Donald. Betty was a lifelong resident of Dillsboro, and attended the Presbyterian Church for a period of time. She enjoyed Crocheting, and reading books. Betty was a quiet person who kept to herself and enjoyed being at home. Her children and grandchildren were important to her, and she enjoyed spending time with them. Betty was preceded in death by her son, Donald, in 2000, and her husband, George in 2005. She is survived by her four children, Jerry (Linda) Stanley, of Dillsboro, William Kenneth (Saundra) Stanley, of Rising Sun, Laura (Daniel) Lyons, of Aurora, and Bonnie (Lloyd) Walston, of Dillsboro; 12 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Doris Seifert. Funeral services will be Friday, January 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation with the family will be Friday from 9-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Dearborn County Cancer Fund or to the family.

Mary Julia Robinson, age 100, of Lawrenceburg, died Thursday, January 22, 2009 at the Waters of Dillsboro. She was born in Buffalo, NY on April 13, 1908 to Raymond J. Ryan and Grace Lang Ryan. In 1942 she was married to James Robinson and they were blessed with one son, William J. Robinson. Her husband, James, passed away on Sept 30, 1967. From the 1940's until 1968 she lived in Seymour, IN, and in 1968 she moved to Dearborn County after her son started the Aurora location of the Apostolic Bible Church. While living in Seymour, IN she was employed at the ammunitions plant making wartime products, and also at 1 hour Martinizing plant as a presser. Her husband, Jim, helped in the construction of the Freeman Field airbase during WWII.  She loved walking and would spend time walking each day. Surviving is her son and his wife, Pastor William J. and Janet Robinson of Lawrenceburg; 3 grandchildren, Catherine Taylor, Robert Robinson, and Cynthia Chappell; 7 great grandchildren, David, Dennis, and Elizabeth Wright, Cooper and Jessica Robinson, Jordan and McKenzie Chappell; 3 great great grandchildren, Andrew, Gracie, and Aubrey. Mrs. Robinson will be interred in Riverview Cemetery in Seymour, Indiana on Monday at 1:00 p.m. On Saturday, Jan 31, 2009  at 2:00 p.m. there will be a memorial service for her at the First Apostolic Bible Church located at 123 E. Center in Lawrenceburg. Pastor William  Robinson will officiate. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements are being made by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Charles W. Huddleston Sr., age 84, of Aurora, died Friday, January 16, 2009 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born Nov 21, 1924 in Williamsburg, KY to Wymer Huddleston and Susie Taylor Huddleston. On July 3, 1942 he was united in marriage to Jewell Chasteen, and to this union 5 children were born; Charles, James, Ronnie, Bob, and Linda. They lived in Kentucky for a period of time, where Charles was employed at the coal mines. While living in Harlan, KY, Charles was a full time fireman, and was named "fireman of the month" while there. He loved to fish, and playing horseshoes was one of his pastimes. He also loved watching the Cincinnati Reds play baseball. Charles was employed for 30 years at Batesville Products as a Foundry Worker, retiring in 1989. On May 7, 1985, his wife, Jewell passed away. Charles became a Christian and was baptized on Sept 22, 2002 at Cedars of Lebanon  Church in Dillsboro. Surviving are his five children; Charles (Harriet) Huddleston Jr., of Versailles, James (Diane) Huddleston,  and Ronnie (Barb) Huddleston, both of Lawrenceburg, Bob (Shirley) Huddleston, of W. Harrison, IN, and Linda (Sonny) Ryle, of Dillsboro; 10 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Jess and Raymond; 2 sisters, Marie and Stella. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Jim & Claude; and 1 sister, Ethel. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Cedars of Lebanon Church in Dillsboro. Visitation will also be at the church on Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Cedars of Lebanon Church or to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Gertrude Emilie Johnston, age 94, of Milan, died Wednesday, 7, 2009 at Ripley Crossing. Gertrude was born June 5, 1914 in Farmers Retreat, IN to Frank Licking and Mary Willman Licking. On Sept 14, 1935 she was united in marriage to Albert L. Johnston, and they were blessed with four children; Jim, Mary, Anita, and Jerald. Gertrude was a wonderful wife, mother, and homemaker. She was the organist at St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat for many years, and when they transferred to Trinity Lutheran Church in the 1940's, Gertrude  became involved in teaching Sunday School for many years. She was a big help on the farm, doing the mowing, plowing, and any other chore that needed doing. She loved to do canning, gardening, and crocheting. Gertrude worked at Hueseman Insurance Agency  for many years, retiring at age 81. Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert, who died in 2003; and two sisters and two brothers. Surviving are her four children; Jim & Marilyn Johnston, of Dillsboro, Jerald "Mick" and Diana Johnston, of Dillsboro, Anita (Glen) Rahe, of Elrod, and Mary (Cletus) Seufert, of Versailles; 11 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. fromTrinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Richard Kolaskey officiating. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or to the Alzheimers Assoc.

Hazel M. Rice, of Williamsburg, VA, formerly a long time resident of Aurora, died on her 87th birthday, Monday, December 29, 2008 at Sentra General Hospital in Williamsburg, VA. She was born December 29, 1921 in Dillsboro, IN to Grant Johnston and Myrtle (Johnson) Johnston. She married William L. Rice on Nov 31, 1940 and they were the parents of 6 children; Larry, Bill, Richard, Raymond, Carol, and Timothy. Her husband, William, died in February of 1981. Hazel lived in Aurora most of her life, until 2001 when she moved to Williamsburg, VA to be closer to her two sons, Richard and Raymond. Her son, Richard and his wife, Brenda, welcomed her into their home and gave her the care she needed until just a short time ago. Hazel was a homemaker and raised six children. She held the family together and was the person who knew what was going on at all times with her family. Hazel was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Rice, in 1981; her son, Timothy Rice in 1999; and 3 sisters, Thelma, Fern, and Ethel; 1 brother, Estel. Surviving are her 5 children; Larry (Sue) Rice, of Vass, North Carolina, Bill (Nancy) Rice, of Vevay, IN, Ricky (Brenda) Rice, of Williamsburg, VA, Raymond Joe Rice, of Williamsburg, IN, and Carol Elaine (Rusty) Slayback, of Aurora; 1 sister, Wanda Walker; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Rullman-Hunger Funeral Home in Aurora. Visitation will be at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Aurora Emergency Unit. Arrangements are being made by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Martha Elizabeth Block, age 72, of Dillsboro, died Saturday, Dec 27, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor, following a long illness. Martha was born April 5, 1936 in Dillsboro, the fourth child of Frank E. Meyer and Agatha (Johnston) Meyer. In 1954 she married Charles E. Block, and they were blessed with two daughters, Melissa and Melody. Martha and Charles were long time members of the Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro. Martha enjoyed reading, and absolutely loved George Strait's singing. She was a homemaker, loving wife, and a wonderful mother to her two daughters. She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Melody Dawn Block. Surviving is her loving husband, Charles; one daughter, Melissa (Dale) LaFollette, and one grandson, Jason Charles LaFollette; 2 brothers, Norman Meyer of Lawrenceburg, and Melvin Meyer, of Guilford. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Lung Association or the Diabetes Association.

Patricia Ann Rowlette, age 75, of Dillsboro, passed away Sunday, Dec 21, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. Patty was born Sept 26, 1933 in Patriot, IN to Reuben Rollins and Anna McAllister Rollins. In 1960 she was united in marriage to Lloyd Rowlette, who passed away very unexpectedly in an industrial accident  in 1978. In 1984 Patty started working as a cook at the Waters of Dillsboro, a job she really enjoyed and made many friends. She retired from her job in 2004. Patty loved to vacation around the ocean and the beaches, and she loved her grandchildren very much. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends. Her grandchildren were very special to her; they called her Mamoo, and she loved it! Surviving are her 2 children; Mark Rowlette of Auora,and his friend, Denice Anneken,of Cincinnati, and Susan (Donald) Grace, of Dillsboro; 4 grandaughters, Lindsay, Lauren, Trisha, and Kayla; her brother, Charles Rollins, of Moores Hill. The funeral service for Patty Rowlette will be Tuesday, Dec 23, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Friends may meet the family on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the service time. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society, the American Lung Assoc, or to a charity of your choice.

Pamela Jean Underwood, age 48, of Aurora, died Sunday, Dec 14, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born May 17, 1960 in Covington, KY to Robert Earl Underwood and Juanita Cochran. Pamela was employed at Amazon.com in Hebron, KY. She loved to sew quilts and spend time with her grandchildren. Her wholel world was her grandchildren. She is survived by her friend, Mike Clore, of Aurora; 2 sons, Michael Shane Murry and William Jeffery Mosley; 3 brothers, Dennis James Underwood, William Jeffrey Underwood, and Kevin Jarred Underwood; 1 sister, Janice Kay Underwood;  4 grandchildren, Alexis Murry, Michael Murry, Tuesday Burke, and Douglas Wayne Burke. Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 9-11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to her grandchildren.

Jack A. Moreland, age 78, of Dillsboro, died Saturday, Dec 6, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born May 6, 1930 in Hooven, OH to John Wesley Moreland and Margarette Arnold Moreland. Jack graduated from Taylor High School in North Bend in 1948. On Sept 30, 1950 he was married to Rose Mary Guard, and they resided in Cleves, OH. From 1952-54 Jack served his country in the US Marines, during the Korean Conflict. He was employed for 25 years as a machinist at Seagrams. In 1978 Jack and Rose Mary moved from Cleves to Dillsboro. Jack enjoyed woodworking, and made many pieces of furniture, not only for his home, but for relatives homes as well. It seemed he always made 2 of everything. Jogging was also very important to Jack - he even ran the Cincinnati Marathon at age 60! He enjoyed his motorcycles, which was a hobby his wife did not share! He was an animal lover, especially his 2 dogs, Pepper and Tassey. Surviving is his wife, Rose Mary; 1 son, Daniel A. Moreland, of Dillsboro; 2 daughters, Leeanne (Mrs. Thom) Maltbie, of Dillsboro, and Jane Moreland, of Yorktown, VA; 2 grandchildren, Emily Bennett and Tanner Maltbie; a cousin, Betty Clark, of Dillsboro. A memorial service will be Wednesday, Dec 10, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. from Dillsboro United Methodist Church, with Pastors Dennis Alstott and Richard Wilson officiating. Friends may meet the family Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to P.A.W.S or to Dillsboro Community Food Pantry. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro.

Deanna Elaine Miller, age 69, of Dillsboro, died Monday, Nov 24, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. She was born Sept 22, 1939 in Kentucky to Chester Kinnett and Lottie Slayback. In 1973 she was married to Harvey Miller,  and he passed away in 1985. Deanna lived in Dillsboro for many years until moving to Versailles in 1988. She was involved in the Amvets in Versailles/Osgood. Deanna liked to watch videos at home. She is survived by 2 sons, Terry (Cathy) Griffin and Tim Griffin, both of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; 2 brothers, Albert "Bud" Kinnett, and Lawrence (Doris) Kinnett; a special niece, Monna Ferreira, a nephew, John Kinnett, and her sister-in-law, Lois Kinnett. Funeral services will be Friday at 7:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with pastor Charles Hill officiating. Visitation with the family will be Friday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the family.

Dora Ann Ernst, age 76, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday afternoon, Nov 25, 2008 at Deaconess Hospital in Cincinnati following a brief illness. She was born Oct 21, 1932 in Irondale, OH to Elmer Golden and Margaret Dallas Golden. Dora attended Ohio State Univ and later returned to graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a teaching degree.  She taught in grades K-2  for 18 years at Oak Hills local school district in Ohio. Dora was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro for over 20 years, and served on Session for 12 years and as Clerk for 6 years. She married her husband, Richard Ernst in 1954, and he survives along with her 2 daughters, Debra A. (Edgar) Tullius, of Cincinnati, and Dori L. (William) Martz, of Dillsboro; 5 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Walter and William Golden, and 3 sisters, Jean Bender, Alice Zoller, and Margaret Hutton. A memorial service will be Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. from Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro with Pastor Dana Stout officiating. The family will receive friends at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro on Saturday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Memorials may be given to Hopewell Presbyterian Church.

Louise J. Laaker, age 84, of Dillsboro (Farmers Retreat) died Sunday, Nov 9, 2008 at Ripley Crossing in Milan, IN. Louise was born Aug 25, 1924 in Alexandria, KY to Henry Lauer and Martha Sand Lauer. On Dec 30, 1944 she married Delver Laaker, and he passed away on Sept 12, 1969. Louise was employed at Schenley Distillery as a line worker from 1963 until she retired in 1989. Louise was a long time member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat. She enjoyed working outdoors in her yard and garden, and kept the outside of her house up beautifully. She also received great joy in ironing clothes, and made sure that her family had immaculate clothing. Before her husband, Delver, passed away, they enjoyed traveling together. Surviving is her son, Garry (Patricia) Laaker, of Cincinnati; 2 grandsons, Jason (Kimberly) Laaker, and Adam (Katie) Laaker; 2 great grandaughters, Jordyn and Ashley; her brother, Robert Lauer, of Erlanger, KY; 2 sisters-in-law, Luella Ropers and Mary Lauer. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. from St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat with Pastor Richard Wilke officiating. Interment St. John's Cemetery in Farmers Retreat. Visitation will be at St. John's Church on Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to the church or to Dillsboro Life Squad. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Gilbert L. Foreman Jr., age 62, of Friendship, IN, passed away Monday, Oct 13, 2008 at University Hospital in Cincinnati following complications of a stroke. He was born Oct 27, 1946 in Indianapolis to Lt. Col Gilbert L. Foreman and Evelyn Wilson Foreman. Gilbert graduated from Pike High School in Indianapolis in 1964 and attended Indiana State University and Purdue University. On August 23, 1969 he was married to Kea Hardisty, and they were blessed with 2 children, Jeremiah and Angela.Gilbert was a true renaissance man - he loved nature, animals, and the out of doors. He was an Eagle Boy Scout, and a member of Kunieh Society of scouting. Gilbert worked on the Rensburg Boy Scout project, Lake Monroe Camp project, among others. He and Kea owned a dive shop on Turks and Caicos Island in Fla, and he was a diving coordinator for marine biology on a university program. He was gifted with a love of animals, and even owned a pet racoon. We could go on and on, Gilbert was a one of a kind wonderful man. He is survived by his loving wife, Kea; 1 son, Jeremiah (Kerry) Foreman, of Noblesville, IN, 1 daughter, Angela Foreman, of Friendship; 2 grandchildren, Cole Gilbert Foreman and Maili Parker Foreman; his mother, Evelyn Wilson Foreman, of Dillsboro; 2 sisters, Rev. Carol Alice Foreman and Rev. Carolyn (Donald) Earhart. He was preceded in death by his father, Lt. Col. Gilbert L. Foreman Sr., and by his grandparents, William O. Johnston and Martha Alice Johnston. Funeral services will be Thursday, Oct 16, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. from the Church on the Word, located at 5210 English Ave in Indianapolis. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home,  Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to the family or to the Boy Scouts of America.

Betty Jean Gentry, age 76, of Dillsboro, formerly of Aurora, died Wednesday, Oct 8, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born Jan 21, 1932 in Owsley County, KY to William Harvey and Lucy Becknell Harvey. On July 9, 1949 she was married to Clinton Gentry, and he passed away on Nov 30, 1978. Betty moved to the Aurora area in 1960 from Dayton, KY. She was employed at Dillsboro Manor as a  beautician for many years. Her children and grandchildren were very important to her. In her later years, Betty moved to The Waters of Dillsboro Manor, where  she had many friends and enjoyed the activities there. Betty is survived by 2 children, Todd Gentry and his fiancee, Amanda Taylor, of Aurora, and Penny (Michael) Jones, of Minneolla, FL; 6 grandchildren, Heather Kostin, Chelsea Beth Gentry, Lukas Todd Gentry, Morgan Beth Gentry, Kennie Douglas Gentry, & Brittni Jones; 2 great grandchildren, Garrett Baxter & Collen Baxter; 2 brothers, Bob Clem, of Lexington, KY and Ralph Clem, of Shelbyville, IN; her sister, Francis Smith, of Latonia, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Gentry, on Nov 30, 1978; her son, Kennie Gentry, in 2004; 2 brothers, Lawrence and Bruce Harvey; and her sister, Mary Lee Harvey. Funeral services will be Sunday, Oct 12, 2008  at 3:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro. Visitation will be from 12 Noon until 3:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Dustin Allyn Rump, age 32, of Dillsboro, son of Larry and Cherie (Harmeyer) Rump, was born on October 24, 1975 at Dearborn County Hospital, and died Friday, September 26, 2008 at Dillsboro. He was the devoted father of Isaac Allyn Rump and step-father of Ty York. He was the loving husband of Lorrie (York) Rump. Other surviving family includes two brothers, Devin Lee and Derek Tyler, both of Dillsboro; grandfather, Arnold Rump, of Dillsboro; and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, classmates, and friends. Dustin was preceded in death by one son, Mason Aaron; his paternal grandmother, Evelyn (Shelton) Rump, and his maternal grandparents, Carl and Virginia (Stevens) Harmeyer. He was a graduate of South Dearborn High School and Cincinnati State Technical College. He was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church and was currently employed by Belcan Engineering Group of Blue Ash, OH. Dustin was an Engineering Designer and CAD Operator at Belcan, and prior to his employment at Belcan, he was employed at Siemens of Cincinnati. Dustin loved hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors. His love of sports combined with the great love of his son led him to coach Peewee baseball. He played Legion ball with the traveling team, and was a son of Dillsboro Northcut Laker Post 292. A visitation will be Tuesday, September 30, 2008 from 4-8 p.m. at the Dillsboro United Methodist Church, corner of Bank and Front Streets. The funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at the Dillsboro United Methodist Church, with Rev. Dennis Alstott officiating. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. The family asks to please make donations to the family as a lasting memorial. Arrangements entrusted to Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro.

Ralph D. Marshall, age 86, of Dillsboro, died Thursday, Sept 4, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. He was born Aug 19, 1922 in Friendship, IN to Lorenzo Marshall and Myrtle Delap Marshall. In 1941 he graduated from Cross Plains High School. In 1942 he joined the US Navy and served during WWII. He was discharged in 1946, and began working for Seagrams Distillery as a bookkeeper. He spent 46 years working for Seagrams. On May 29, 1948, he was united in marriage to Georgena Marksberry, and they were blessed with 2 children; Douglas and Connie. Ralph loved to refinish furniture for people, and he dabbled in remodeling jobs in the Dillsboro area. He was an avid golfer, and he was most proud of his hole-in-one that he made in Milan. You would not find a more avid IU basketball fan than Ralph Marshall! He loved watching the basketball games on television. He was a member of the Scottish Rite and Hopewell Lodge #80 in Dillsboro, and the Northcutt Laker American Legion Post #292 in Dillsboro. Surviving is his wife, Georgena; his daughter, Connie Jo (Kent) Conover, of Lawrenceburg; 3 grandaughters, Carrie (Jim) Fenner, Kendra Conover, & Kristin Marshall; 2 great grandchildren, Lily Lynn Fenner and Jayden Fenner; 1 brother, Norman F. (Linda) Marshall, of Pittsburg, PA. He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas W. Marshall on May 10, 2008, his brother, Leonard Marshall, and his sister, Leona McKnight. Funeral services will be Monday, Sept 8, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro. A Masonic service will be at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment with full military rites will be at Oakdale Cemetery, Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to Oakdale Cemetery or to Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Joyce Wanette Davidson, age 75, of Milan, died Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. She was born June 19, 1933 in Canalou, MO to Aubrey Davidson and Edith Hinchey Davidson. Joyce was a homemaker, and dearly loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was a hard worker, who sacrificed  everything she could so her family could have what they needed. Joyce came from a large family, and she dearly loved her brothers and sisters and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Leon and Wayne Davidson; 1 grandson. Surviving are 5 sons, Eugene Ledbetter, of Dillsboro, Dwayne Bruce, of Trenton, OH, James Bruce, of Dillsboro, Steven Bruce, of Hamilton, OH, Michael Evans, of Frankfort, KY, 2 daughters, Sandra Duckett, of Granite City, ILL, and Denese Anderson, of Milan, IN; 6 Brothers; Charles Davidson, of Glen Carbon, IL, Jerry Davidson, of Edwardsville, IL, Morris & Carrell Davidson, of Springfield, MO, and Randy & David Davidson, of Tulsa, OK; 4 sisters, Paula & Linda Davidson, of Charleston, West VA, Lisa Kirksy, of Dover, Tenn, and Rita Pauluhn of Florissant, MO; 18 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Sept 3, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. from Hope Baptist Church, 15593 US 50 in Dillsboro, with Pastor Tom Holt officiating. Interment is at Craven Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to the family.

Dallas C. Gibbs, age 74, of Aurora, died Sunday, August 17, 2008 at Mercy General Hospice in Western Hills, OH. He was born in Aurora, IN on Oct 2, 1933 to Ewing Gibbs and Nannie Baxter Gibbs, and attended school in Aurora. In 1953 he joined the US Air Force, and served his country until 1956. On March 29, 1963 he was married to Lorena L. Morehead, who survives. Dallas was employed  at Aurora Casket Co for 35 years, working in shipping and receiving. Dallas was musically inclined, he played with a group while stationed in the Air Force, and when he returned from service. He was gifted, in that he could play several instruments. He also was into sports; the Cincinnati Reds, and Bengals were his passion for many years. He also loved to watch wrestling and Nascar racing. Surviving besides his wife, Lorena, are 4 children; Darryl Gibbs, of Lawrenceburg, Bryon (Tracy) Gibbs, of Aurora, Cheryl Gibbs, of Aurora, and Tricia (Osborne) Gibson, of Rising Sun, IN; 15 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 1 brother, Chalmer Gibbs, and 1 sister, Mildred Kerney. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 12 Noon from the Aurora Fire & Rescue building, 5950 Dutch Hollow Road in Aurora. (at the top of the hill)  Visitation will be the same day from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the Fire & Rescue Building. Arrangements are being handled by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Benjamin Arthur Davidson, age 82, of Aurora, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at his residence following a long illness. He was born Dec 24, 1925 in Wewoka, OK to George William Davidson and Jenny Elizabeth Keefer Davidson. He graduated from high school in Oklahoma and in his early years he worked with horses, breaking them in so people could ride them and they could be useful for other purposes. He also worked in the California ship yards as a welder. In Nov of 1952 he married Jean Reed. Ben worked as a pipe fitter at Seagrams for 26 years. He worked on race cars, and was an avid collector of many items. Ben served his country in the US Navy for 2 years, and served in the South Pacific Theatre. He enjoyed his memberships in the Aurora VFW, American Legion, and the Aurora Moose Lodge. His wife, Jean, passed away in April of 1970. On Jan 5, 1974 he was married to Mary Carole Ross, who was a wonderful caregiver to him these past years during his illness. Besides his wife, Mary Carole Davidson, Ben is survived by 1 son, Benjamin (Collisha) Davidson, of Aurora; 3 daughters, Darlene (Orvell) Johnston, of Bright, Sheri (Jim) Edwards, of W. Milton, OH, and Gena (Tony) Winn, of Picayune, MS; 2 brothers, James Davidson and Raymond Leroy Davidson; 3 sisters, Naomi Jeske, Betty Jeanne Paschall, and Shirley Ann Riggs; 21 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; 3 step children; Vicki (Mike) Fraley, Sherry Rosner, and Geoff Washnock. Besides his first wife, Jean, he was preceded in death by 3 brothers, 1 sister, and 1 daughter in infancy. Funeral services will be Monday, Aug 11, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. from Holmes Hill Church of Christ in Aurora. Visitation will be Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the church. Interment is at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to Holmes Hill Church of Christ or to Oakdale Cemetery. Arrangements are being made by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Ruth L. Cutter, age 85, of Farmer's Retreat, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital.  Ruth was born Jan. 1, 1923 in Friendship, IN to Jesse Linkmeyer and Hulda Vinup Meyer. On June 1, 1940 she was married to Raymond E. Cutter, and he preceded her in death in 1985.  Ruth was a lifelong resident of Farmer's Retreat and St. John's Lutheran Church.  She was very active in her church, including the Ladies Leagues.  Ruth was an excellent cook and loved her family dearly.  She was a retiree of Seagrams.  Surviving are her 2 sons; Robert(Rebecca) Cutter, of Versailles, and Ronald (Jane) Cutter, of Georgetown, KY; 4 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Esther Gilland ofOlean, IN, and Marylou Narwald, of Batesville.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; 2 sisters, Thelma and Dorothy; 1 brother, James Linkmeyer; and 2 grandchildren.  Funeral services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. from St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmer's Retreat.  Interment is at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.  Memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Cemetery or to Friendship Fire Dept.

Charles L. "Charlie" Lang, age 82, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro Ross Manor. He was born in Clay Township, Dearborn County on June 1, 1926 to Albert Lang and Edith Schill Lang. In 1942 he joined the US Army and served during WWII in Italy and Germany. Charlie was a POW for 30 days after being captured during the Battle of the Bulge. He returned home in 1944 and started again at Lawrenceburg High School where he graduated in 1946.  On Sept 27, 1949 he was married to Darlene Disbro. Charlie worked at Schenley Distillery from 1950 to 1988. He was a member of Northcutt-Laaker American Legion Post #292, Aurora VFW Post 5312, the Aurora Moose Lodge, and Hopewell Masonic Lodge #80 F&AM in Dillsboro. Charlie was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene, in 1990, and by a grandson, Keith Lang, and his brother, Lawrence Lang. Surviving is his son, Gene (Sandra) Lang, of Aurora; his daughter, Connie Lang, of Dillsboro; 2 grandaughters, April Lang and Amy Lang and her finance' Geoff Ashcraft, and his brother, Alfred Lang of Greenwood, IN. Funeral services will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral homel will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. There will be a Masonic service Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Mrs. Anna M. Sizemore, age 79, of Aurora, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro in Dillsboro, Indiana. She was born June 29, 1929 in Ohio County, IN to Blevy Gabbard and Susan Barrett Gabbard. Anna was an active member of Greendale Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for many years. She loved children and working with them at church. Anna was also active in the church choir for several years. She loved gardening and flowers. In 1986 Anna was married to George Sizemore. She was employed as a care giver for AMPM Health Care, working in Cincinnati. In later years her health failed, and she was a resident of Dillsboro Manor for several years. Surviving is her husband, George Sizemore; 1 son, Danny (Brenda) Clem, of Aurora; 1 step daughter, Deborah (Mike) Cochran, of Milford, Ohio, and 1 step son, Gregory Sizemore, of Oneida, KY; 1 grandson, Daniel Clem; 4 step grandchildren; 2 sisters, Maudie Adams, of Marion, IN and Dorothy "Dottie" Farrel, of Dillsboro. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Greendale Baptist Church. Interment Greendale Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to the Gideons.

Ethelena Sophia Berkemeyer, age 86, of Bear Branch, passed away Saturday morning,  July 19, 2008 at her residence. Ethelena was born on Feb 6, 1922 in Pike Township in Ohio County to John Nienhiser and Elanora Benne Nienhiser. She graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1940, and was united in marriage to Raymondl Berkemeyer Dec 17, 1942 in Oaklahoma City, where Raymond was stationed with the US Army. Her husband passed away  August 17, 1991 after 49 years of marriage. Ethelena enjoyed her life; she and Raymond lived most of their married life on the farm that she grew up on. She enjoyed her friends, and playing cards with them. St. Peter's Lutheran Church at Milton Bear Branch was where she worshipped with her husband for pretty much her entire life, and this was a very important part of her life. Ethelena was in good health until the last few years, when she suffered  with her illness. It was on Saturday morning, July 19, 2008  at 1:30 a.m. that she passed away and went home to be with her Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, John & Elanora Nienhiser, her brother, Loraine, her sister, Leona, and her husband Raymond, along with several cousins and friends. She is survived by her nephews; Harris Junior and Margaret Stegemiller and family, and Norman & Linda Stegemiller and family, all of Rising Sun; care givers Teresa York and Martina Mosley, several great nieces and great nephews, cousins and friends. Her funeral service will be Wednesday, July 23, 2008 from St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Bear Branch. Interment will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to St. Peter's Lutheran Church memorial fund, or to St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery.

Florence R. Lade, 91, of Dillsboro passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 at Ripley Crossing in Milan. She was born on March 3, 1917 at Gothenburg, Nebraska to Charles and Louisa Younghands Brestel. She was married to the Rev. Alvin R. Lade on November 24, 1935. Florence was a true pastor’s wife, working along side her husband when he was pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church from 1967 to 1977. She loved quilting, doll making, and later in life became Activities Director at Dillsboro Manor. Her husband passed away in 1987. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter on January 6, 1939. Surviving are 9 children: Monica (Ray) Parker, Larry (Brenda) Lade, Rev. Charles Lade, Marcus Lade, David (Barb) Lade, Ella (Ron) Colwell, Kathy (Dean) Cutter, Jonathan (Hwei Jean) Lade, and Joy (Bob) Richards; 26 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Vera VanAlmen, Betty Kaaz, and Maxine Schnoor. The funeral service will be Saturday, July 19 at 11am at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Burial will be in the Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5pm to 8pm at the Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to the Lutheran Hour.

Sylvia “Jeannie" Hubbard, age 64, of Dillsboro, died Wednesday, July 10, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro. Jeannie was born April 23, 1944 in Milan, IN to Wilbur and Lucy Baker Hubbard. Jeannie lived with her parents for many years, and was employed at Wildridge's Restauraurant in Aurora and The Coffee Cup Restaurant in Dillsboro for many years. She loved to play the piano, and attended Olive Branch Baptist Church for many years. She is survived by her uncle, Lonnie Hubbard,of Moores Hill, and her aunt, Mae Voris, of Lawrenceburg; numerous cousins and friends. The funeral service will be Monday, July 14, 2008 at 1:00pm at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro. Visitation will be Monday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the activity fund of Dillsboro Manor.

Mrs. Alma Marie Beckman, age 101, formerly of Aurora, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2008 in Cincinnati. She was born May 19, 1907 in Ohio County, IN, to Gilbert & Mary Brandt Walston. She was married to Theodore Beckman, who died in 1995. She was a retired homemaker and was formerly a piano teacher. She was a past member of Aurora First Baptist Church. Surviving is her son David (Camille) Beckman, of Lawrenceburg, and her daughter, Marjorie (Donald) Marksberry, of Gaithersburg, MD; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday at 1:00 p.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, IN. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation Monday 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank Riverview Nursing Home in Cincinnati for the wonderful care given to Alma over these past several years.

Paul H. "Mike" Stegemiller, age 89, of Dillsboro, formerly of Farmers Retreat, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. Mike was born May 15, 1918 in Caesar Creek Township to William Stegemiller and Mabel Cutter Stegemiller. Mike graduated from Versailles High School in the class of 1936. In 1948 he was united in marriage to Carrie L. Cartwright, and she passed away in December of 1998. Mike was a US Navy Veteran, serving his country from 1944-1946. He was a farmer in the Farmers Retreat area for many years, and was a Township Trustee for 12 years in Caesar Creek Township. Preceding him in death besides his wife, Carrie, are 3 brothers; Herbert "Bud", Francis "Fritz", and Howard "Short" Stegemiller. Surviving are 2 sisters; Ruth Marsh, of Greendale, IN, and Jeanette Tufts, of Cincinnati; 2 sisters-in-law, Ruth Stegemiller, of Greenwood, IN and Mary Jeanette Stegemiller, of Cross Plains, IN; 9 nieces and 7 nephews. Funeral services will be Monday, May 4, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment with full military rites will be at Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials: Oakdale Cemetery trust fund.

Wilma Evelyn Walston, age 82, of Dillsboro, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro. Wilma was born Oct 25, 1925 in Sidney, Nebraska, to Frederick Bushman and Clara Reker Bushman. On April 8, 1947, she was united in marriage to Donald Walston, and he passed away on May 29, 1981. In the 1940's and 50's she resided in Bear Branch, before moving to Friendship for 2 years. For the past 47 years, Wilma has been a resident of Dillsboro. During WWII she was employed at Conn Organ Company in Madison, and in later years worked as a clerk at J & J Liquor and at the Drug Store in Dillsboro. She was active in the 50+ club in Dillsboro, and Wilma was a very active member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She was active in the  LWML of Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by 2 sons, Jay (Melissa) Walston, of Dillsboro, and Tim  (Becky) Walston, of Versailles; 8 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald; 1 son, Steven Walston; and 1 brother, Dale Bushman. Funeral services will be Monday at 11:00 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro will be Sunday from 4-7 p.m. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Improvement Fund or to Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Melba G. Campbell, age 83, a native of Aurora, and presently a resident of  Waters of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital.  She was born in Aurora on April 17, 1925 to G.Cletus Campbell and Louise Fisk Campbell.  Melba graduated from Aurora High School in 1943.  She resided in Florida for 10 years, and spent most of her adult life in Indianapolis working in the insurance business.   She loved singing and being around people.  She is survived by 1 son, John R. Ferguson, of Indianapolis, and 1 grandson, John T. Ferguson, of North Carolina; 3 sisters, Mary Tobias, of Florida, Peggy (Robert) Sanford, of West Chester, OH, and Rita (Bill) Cunningham, of Lawrenceburg; many nieces & nephews, and 1 Brother -in-law, Bernie Skidmore.  She was preceded in death by  a granddaughter,Chrissy; and 2 sisters, Sue Skidmore and Evelyn Siegel.  Funeral services will be Saturday at 12 Noon from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with visitation 1 hour prior to the service.  Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Brian Sulllivan, age 32, a lifelong Dillsboro resident, died unexpectedly on Wed, April 9, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. He was born July 28, 1975 in Lawrenceburg to William "Ron" Sullivan and Janice Kuhlman Sullivan. He graduated from Dearborn High School in 1993, and was a Mason and a member of the American Legion Post 292. He served his country in the US Army from 1993-2001. On April 26, 1997 he was married to Cassie Abele, and even though they divorced,  Brian & Cassie remained close friends and have been wonderful parents to their children. Brian also was a former volunteer fireman for Dillsboro Fire Dept. He was employed at Lawrenceburg Distillery as a supervisor. Brian was preceded in death by his father,  "Ron" Sullivan, and his grandparents, Harold and Sadie Kuhlman and John and Helen Creech. Surviving is his mother, Janice Sullivan, of Dillsboro; his 2 children, Jackson Hunter Sullivan and Emma Makenzie Sullivan; and his brother, Jason Mark Sullivan. He is also survived by the mother of his children and his close friend, Cassie Abele. Funeral services will be Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Interment is in Oakdale Cemetery with full military honors from American Legion Post 292. Visitation will be at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro Sunday from 4-7 p.m. with Masonic rites at 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family.

Amos E. McClellan, age 76, of Franklin, IN, formerly a long time Dillsboro resident, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro. Amos was born Sept. 2, 1931 in Ohio County to Haskell and Helen Hall McClellan. In April  of 1962 he married Dorothy Myers, who died in July ofl 1994. Amos was a partner of the former AE Pitcher Construction Company; a member of the Trafalgar United Methodist Church, Murat Shrine and past President of the Director's Staff; member of Johnson County Shrine, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Indianapolis, Southport Lodge No. 270 F & AM, and the Royal Order of Jesters. Amos had a lot of friends who were very important to him. Surviving is his daughter, Gayla (Gary)  Scott, and grandson Zachary, of Dillsboro; his granddaughter, Stacy (Sam) McConnell, of Fairfield, OH; his great granddaughter, Natalie McConnell; 2 brothers, Lowell McClellan, of Butlerville and Robert (Sue) Mc Clellan, of Greenfield; 2 dear friends, Leon McGuire and Carol  Lower, of Franklin, Ind; a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Paul & Leroy, and his wife, Dorothy. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 p.m.. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Childrens Hospital or to the Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro.

Joseph G. McKeever, age 53, of Dillsboro, died unexpectedly Friday, April 4, 2008 at his home. He was born July 24, 1954 in Ft. Dix, NJ to Gerald McKeever and Audrey Crupi. McKeever.  Joseph graduated from high school, and began doing construction work. He served his country in the US Army from 1973-74. On July 24, 1995, he was married to Kathy Henry, who survives.  They lived in Florida until 2005 when they returned to Dillsboro. Joseph was a member of Post 292  American Legion in Dillsboro. Besides his wife, Kathy, Joe leaves his daughter, Josie McKeever, of Dillsboro;  a step daughter and son-in-law, Heather and Mark Cutter, of Dillsboro; his cousin, Anita and Jeffrey Jones, of Aurora; mother-in-law, Marcella Henry, of Dillsboro; 2 grandchildren; Johnathon Cutter and Dalton Cutter. Funeral services will be Monday, April 7, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Monday from 5-7 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family.

Gary J. Witteride was born February 9, 1953 in Cincinnati to Harry Witteride and Louise Art. He was married to Bonnie West in 1973, and they were blessed with 2 children, Lori and Greg. Gary was a family man, he loved his home and doing things around the house. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a good dad and husband. Gary was employed at Kroger since 1970, and had just retired March 1 of this year. It was on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 that he suffered a heart attack and passed away unexpectedly. He leaves to mourn his wife, Bonnie, his 2 children, Lori (Donnie) Klaver and Greg Witteride; his mother, Louise Witteride; 3 grandchildren, Tristin, Nathan, & Grayce; 1 sister, Rosemarie Page, and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jim, and his father, Harry. Gary's family will miss him dearly, but they know he is in a better place. A graveside service will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora with Pastor Charlie Hill officiating. Visitation will be held at Rullman-Hunger-Denny Funeral Home in Aurora Monday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to Aurora Little League or PAWS. Arrangements are under the direction of Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Anna Lee Roberts was born March 28, 1929 to Raymond Marshall and Lottie Hodge Marshall in Sale Creek, Tenn. Anna married Sam Roberts in 1963 and they enjoyed 45 wonderful years of marriage together. Anna loved to plant flowers and work in the garden. She and Sam built a farm from the ground up, and she enjoyed working on the farm. Anna enjoyed sitting on the porch with her family after a hard day at work at the Waters of Dillsboro/Ross Manor. Anna spent 35 + years working in housekeeping with the residents and was a well loved employee. Many of the residents considered her a part of  their families. Surviving is her husband, Sam Roberts; 2 children, John Roberts and his fiancée, Jennifer Artressia, of Bear Branch, and Mary Lou Roberts,  of Bear Branch; her step children, who she loved  and treated as her own children; Sam Roberts, Jr., Eddie Ray Roberts, Carol Ann Weaver, Vernon Roberts, Kenneth Roberts, and Leslie Davidson. She also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren, and her brother, Leon Marshall, of Cleveland, Ohio. It was on late Thursday evening, March 20, 2008 Anna went home to be with the Lord at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Her family will miss her greatly, but they know where she is and they will see her again some day. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 25. 2008 from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro beginning at 11:30 a.m. Visitation at the funeral home will be Monday from 6-8 p.,m.  Memorials may be given to Dearborn County Cancer Society.

Richard C. Hallgarth, age 74, of Dillsboro, died Friday evening, March 14, 2008 following a long illness. "Dick" as he was known, was born May 19, 1933 in Vineland, NJ to Clarence and Elizabeth Crothers Hallgarth. He graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1951, and entered the US Air Force in 1952 where he served until 1956. Upon returning to Dillsboro, he met  Mary Jane Diefendahl and they were married on Dec 23, 1956. Dick worked in California for McDonnell-Douglas from 1956 until 1974. Dick & Mary Jane moved to Arizona where he was employed at the Salt River Project and the Navajo Generating Station until 1994. They returned to Dillsboro. Dick is a past Master of the Hopewell Masonic Lodge in Dillsboro. In 1999 his wife, Mary, passed away. In 2007 he met Judie Hamby, who became a wonderful friend, and the second love of his life. During Dick's illness, she became a caregiver like no one has ever known! Dick is survived by his wonderful friend and caregiver, Judie Hamby; 2 sons; James (Trina) Hallgarth, of Dillsboro, and Richard (Lisa) Hallgarth, of Moores Hill; 2 daughters, Elizabeth (Steve) Blair, of Dillsboro, and Deborah Hallgarth, of Shelton, WA; 5 grandchildren; Alica, Kyle, Kortney, Katheryn, and Mary; 6 great grandchildren; Cristal, Auriana, Tanner, Janelle, Payton, and Bai'Leigh. Memorial services will be Thursday, March 20, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. from the Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro, with Rev. Arnold Cutter officiating. Masonic services will follow. Memorials may be given to the Hospice of Dearborn County. Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro is serving the family.

Jesse "Junior" J. Shelton, Jr., age 78, a lifelong Dillsboro resident, died Friday evening, March 14, 2008 at the Waters of Dillsboro. Jesse was born April 14, 1929 in Ripley County to Jesse Shelton Sr., and Alma Niemeyer Shelton. He was a builder and contractor for many years in the Dillsboro area, and was co-owner of Shelton & Rump Contractors. Jesse was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church and served on the board of directors of Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro.  On May 1, 1948, he was united in marriage to Frances Oak, who survives. Jesse was an avid collector of old Ford Tractors and old farm tools. Jesse and Frances were named King & Queen of the Dillsboro Homecoming Parade in 2000. In 2003, Jesse was named the Dillsboro Outstanding Citizen of the Year at the Homecoming Parade. He loved mowing grass and being outdoors working. His family was so very important to him, especially the grandkids. Having family over with big meals was a wonderful thing that Jesse enjoyed. Above all of his accomplishments, he was an outstanding husband, father, and grandfather, and he provided for his family above and beyond.  Surviving besides his wife, Frances, are his 6 children; Kenny (LeeAnn) Shelton, of Aurora, Don (Tami) Shelton, of Dillsboro,  Bill (Kelly) Shelton, of Aurora, Linda (Mike) Kreinhop, of Aurora, Sharon (Ken) Cleeter, of Aurora, and Sarah (Danny) McClellan, of Dillsborol; 14 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 1 brother, Bobby Shelton; 1 sister, Nancy Smith; and his former business partner and brother-in-law, Arnold Rump. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister. The funeral service will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. from Dillsboro United Methodist Church . Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-9 p.m. also at Dillsboro United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Oakdale Cemetery or to the Alzheimers Assoc. Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro is serving the family.

Ruby Lois Cutter, age 72, of Dillsboro, died Sunday, March 9, 2008 at Ripley Crossing, in Milan, Indiana. She was born Nov 17, 1935 in Ripley County, IN to Dewey and Aldean Peelman Ricketts. She attended school in Friendship, IN, and in 1953  she married Carroll Cutter. Ruby and Carroll were blessed with 4 children; William, Mary, Melody, and Rick. Ruby was a member of Dillsboro Church of Christ, and enjoyed playing bingo with her friends. She raised Pekingese dogs for many years, and enjoyed it. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll, in 1992, and her son, Rick, in 1990. Surviving are her 3 children; William (Bill) "Melody" Cutter, of Dillsboro, Mary Kephart, of Tenn, and Melody (George) Barber, of Dillsboro; 1 brother, Dale Ricketts, and her sister, Eva Fern Jackson; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with visitation at the funeral home Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Dillsboro Emergency Unit  or Ripley Crossing Activity Fund.

Norma H. Melson, age 92, passed away Tuesday, Feb 26, 2008 at Dearborn County Hospital. A lifelong resident of Aurora, Norman was born Aug 31, 1915 in Mt. Sinai to John E. House and Anna Maria Dittmer. She was married to Samuel M. Melson and he passed away Sept 4, 1987. She was a retired homemaker, who enjoyed music, flowers, and animals. Surviving are her 2 sons; Samuel M. (Vickie) Melson Jr., and David Eric Melson; 2 grandchildren;  Samuel J. Melson and  Benjamin Melson; 1 sister, Dorothy Brady; many, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 5 brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment Mt. Sinai Cemetery. The family will meet friends at the funeral home Friday from 12 Noon  until service time. Memorials: First United Methodist Church in Aurora.

Margaret V. Seaver "Boots" 81, of Dillsboro passed away on Wednesday, February 13,2008 at Dearborn County Hospital.  She was born on November 7, 1926 in Cincinnati, OH to Elzie and Mollie Elkins Willman.  Survivors include two sons;  Johnnie R. Seaver (Jackie) of Dillsboro and Bobby Bowman (Barbara) of Cleves, OH, two brothers:Herbie Willman (Vickie) of Aurora and Cliffy Willman (Loretta) of Stateline Rd.  one sister: Lillian Cox of Cincinnati, OH Six grandchildren: Johnnie Seaver Jr., Shawn Seaver, Chasity Seaver, Bobby Bowman Jr., Timmy Bowman, J.B.Bowman.  Several Great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and many friends.  She was proceeded in death by her parents and several brothers and sisters.  Margaret was employed for several years at Beverly  Industries and many years at Friendship flea market.  She was also a member of the  Ripley County Democratic Party for several years. Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 11:00AM at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home.  Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00PM Thursday in Dillsboro.  Memorials are for the 50Plus Club.

Joy Pelsor , age 80, of Muncie,  IN, formerly of Dillsboro, died Saturday , December 22, 2007 at Muncie Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born Dec 2, 1927 in Moores Hill, IN, the daughter of Frank Cole and Mary Griffin Cole. Joy graduated from Dillsboro High School, class of 1945, and in 1946 she was united in marriage to Lee Pelsor, who passed away in 1982.  Joy was a long time member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church, where she was active in many organizations. She and her husband both were employed at Seagrams for many years. Joy was a member of the Versailles Chapter 333 of the Eastern Star, and held district and state offfices. She was most proud of her family, she loved her  children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Joy put herself into whatever she did - being with friends, traveling, and socializing with her many friends in Dillsboro. In  1992 she moved to Muncie to be closer to her daughter. While in Muncie, she became an associate member of Gethsemane United Methodist Church. She is survived by her 2 daughters; Greta Cope, of Parker City, IN, and LuAnn Pelsor, of Nashville, IN; her sister, Elizabeth (Paul) McBride, of CA; 2 grandchildren, Kevin (Kenna) Cope, & Karrie (David) Osborne; 8 great grandchildren; Micky , Noah, & Carolyn Hill, Josh, Leah, Katie, & Jennifer Osborne, and Ashton  Cope; 1 very special friend, Marcella Gulley. Funeral services will be Friday, Dec 28, 2007 from Dillsboro United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Sherrie L.  Drake officiating. Visitation at the Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. with Eastern Star services at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be given to Dillsboro United Methodist Church, or to the activity fund of Muncie Rehabilitation Center.

Donald Walter Smith was born on June 13, 1918 to Lewis Franklin Smith and Clara Selmeyer Smith in Versailles. He passed away on Wednesday, Dec 18, 2007 at Shady Nook Care Center in Lawrenceburg. He attended local schools, and graduated from high school in Dillsboro. On June 16, 1945 he was married to Evelyn Vornheder, and they were blessed with 3 children; Philip, Thomas, and Kimberly Sue. Don was a lifelong member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Dillsboro, where he taught Sunday School for 50 years, and was a tenor in the church choir. His family remembers him as a loving, Christian man, undoubtedly the most Christian man they knew. He loved to talk and write about what was in the Bible – he knew his Bible very well! He was a loving family man; he truly loved his family more than anything else. He loved to tell stories, and was the “Brownie Bear” fictional character. Don and Evelyn loved to dance to big band music. He was a hard worker, he did construction work, and was employed at Aurora Casket Company for many years. Donald is survived by his wife, Evelyn; 2 sons; Phillip Luther Smith (Mary Ann) of Cincinnati, and Dr. Thomas Brian Smith (Adrienne) Smith, of Penn; 1 daughter, Kimberly Sue (Bob) Temple, of Bedford, KY; 7 grandchildren; Alexandra Smith, Lauren Smith, Garrett Smith, Mattie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Quenton Temple, and Katie Temple. Don & Evelyn also raised 5 nieces and nephews as their own children in their home; a nephew, Mark Jonathon Vornheder, a niece, Terry Dee (Edward) Conway, 2 great nephews; Mitchell and Andrew Conway; 1 great niece, Mindy; also surviving is 1 nephew, Jim Robins, of CA. Don was preceded in death by 2 sisters. Funeral services will be Friday, Dec 21, 2007 from St. Peter Lutheran Church, 12963 North St. Dillsboro at 11:00 a.m.  Interment Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Filter-DeVries funeral home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to St. Peter Lutheran Church.    

Earl Edwin Scudder, age 84, of Dillsboro, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. He was born Sept 5, 1923 in Switzerland County to Edwin Stoops Scudder and Olive Slack Scudder. He graduated from Patriot High School, and was employed at Seagrams and as a builder for a period of time. In 1942, he joined the US Coast Guard and served time in Greenland during WWII. In 1950 he was discharged from the Coast Guard, and came back home to the Dillsboro area. That same year he married Nora LeRichie, whom he met while in the service. For 37 years, Earl was employed at CG &E (Cincinnati Gas & Electric) as an operator. Earl loved Reds baseball, Notre Dame football, and Indiana basketball. During his wife's illness, he was a wonderful help to her and took good care of her until she passed away on August 19, 1994. Because of poor health, Earl has spent the last 14 years at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. It was here that on Wednesday, Dec 12, 2007 he was taken home to be with his Lord. He is survived by  his 2 sons, Jay Fred Scudder & his wife, Loretta, of Guilford, and Carroll Edwin Scudder & his wife, Shannon; 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Carroll & Mavis Scudder, Leland & Faye Scudder, and John Scudder; 1 sister, Bonnie & Ralph Niles. He was preceded in death by 1 brother, Rennie Scudder, and 1 sister, Elizabeth Cheek. Funeral services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro, with interment in New Liberty Cemetery, East Enterprise, with military rites under the direction of American Legion Post 262. Visitation Friday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home with Masonic rites at 7:30 p.m. by Hopewell Masonic Lodge in Dillsboro.

June Carol Scott, age 70, a resident of Moores Hill for many years, died Sunday, Dec 9. 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. She was born Sept 5, 1937 in Cincinnati to Thomas William Scott and Darlis Hendren. June lived with her parents on the family farm, and served as a caregiver to her mother in later years. She formerly attended the Apostolic Church in Lawrenceburg. Surviving are her cousins, Earl & Pam Kaiser and Bill & Kaye DeVoe. The funeral service will be Wednesday, Dec 12, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be from 12 Noon until service time. Interment Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro. Memorials: Activity Fund at Ross Manor or P.A.W.S.

Glenn D. Marksberry, age 72, of Aurora, died Friday, Nov. 16, 2007
suddenly at his home.  Glenn was born June 4, 1935 in Aurora to
Fredrick and Grace Lientz Marksberry.  He served his country in the US
Army from 1957 to 1959. On Jan. 17, 1965 he was married to Donna
Owens, who survives.  Glenn was well known as the Pilot on the Aurora
Ferry for many years.  Following his retirement, he worked with his
friend, Joe Tandy, at Valley Enterprises, selling groceries to
towboats, and doing general maintenance work. He absolutely loved his
grandchildren, and doing anything outdoors. Glenn and his wife were
active members of Community United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Surviving besides his wife, Donna, are his 2 children; David (Denise)
Marksberry, of Richmond, VA, and Amy Marksberry, of Aurora; 1 brother,
Don Marksberry, 3 grandchildren; Anthony & Kristian Spencer, and Rhys
Marksberry. He was preceded in death by  his parents. A memorial
service will be held Saturday, Nov 24, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from
Community United Methodist Church in Aurora, with Pastor Duane Loos
officiating. Memorials may be given to the Aurora Life Squad.
lArrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home,  Dillsboro.

Wilbur Fredrick Knigga, age 93, of Dillsboro, died Sunday morning, Nov
11, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro, Ross Manor. He was born Dec 22,
1913 at Farmers Retreat to Arthur Knigga and Clara Vinup Knigga, and
attended schools in Dillsboro, graduating from Dillsboro High School
in 1933. On Sept 12, 1942, he was married to Esther Scholle, and they
lived on the farm near Farmers Retreat their entire life. Wilbur was a
former member of the Farmers Mutual Aid Society Insurance, and the
Men's Club of St. John's Lutheran Church, of which he and Esther were
lifelong members. In his spare time, he enjoyed bowling in the Men's
bowling league at church. Wilbur is survived by his wife, Esther; his
2 children, Ken Knigga, of Dillsboro, and Carol (William) Lovins, of
Milan; 2 grandchildren, Tom Lovins and Denise Roark; 4 great
grandchildren, Norman Roark, Tanner Roark, Casey Lovins, and Cody
Lovins; his sister, Hazel Pabst, of Cincinnati. Preceding him in death
was his brother, Denton Knigga, and a sister, Mildred Knigga. Funeral
Services will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. from St. John's Lutheran
Church in Farmer's Retreat, with burial at St. John's Cemetery at
Farmers Retreat. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at
Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to the
Friendship Fire Dept or to St. John's Cemetery

Melvin Frazier, age 60, of Hammond, LA, formerly of Aurora, died
Wednesday, Nov 7, 2007 at Hospice House in Hammond. He was born in
Milan, IN on June 16, 1947 to Charles Frazier and Carrie Lozier
Frazier. He served his country in the US Marines from 1966 to 1971,
receiving several combat medals. Melvin was employed as an electrician
at REMC for several years. In 1985 he married his wife, Sylvia, and
she passed away in 2006.He was a member of the VFW in Hammond, LA.
Surviving is his daughter, Melissa Pryor, of Martinsville, IN; his
sister, Shirley Turville, of Trinity, Texas; 1 step son, Larry
Holbrook; 2 step daughters, Diane and Debbie Holbrook; a nephew,
Darrel Powers, and a niece, Peggy Garwood. He was preceded in death by
his parents, his wife, Sylvia, and one brother. A graveside service
for Melvin will be Wednesday, Nov 14, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Riverview
Cemetery, Aurora, with military rites by the VFW in Aurora.
Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro.

Kathryn L. Johnson, age 81, of Aurora, passed away Thursday morning,
Nov 8, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro. She was born in Constance, KY
on Sept 12, 1926, to Earl Souther and Mae Dolwick Souther. Kathryn was
married to James Johnson Jr. on March 8, 1947, and they were blessed
with 6 children; James, Leslie, Terry, Mary, Evelyn, and Larry.
Kathryn and Jim were farmers in the Aurora area for many years. They
were active, faithful members of the Alliance Church in Aurora their
entire life. In 1978 Kathryn lost her husband, Jim, and in 2001 her
son, Larry Dale Johnson passed away. Kathryn was a wonderful mother
and farm wife. She enjoyed the cattle very much, and her life was her
children and grandchildren. She loved music and being involved in the
life of her church. Surviving are her 3 sons, James Johnson, of
Manchester, Leslie Johnson, of Wilmington, and Terry (Tricia) Johnson,
of Aurora; her 2 daughters, Mary Johnson, of Aurora, and Evelyn
Stevenson, of Aurora, and her daughter-in-law, Debbie Johnson, of
Aurora; 1 brother, Earl Everett Souther, and 1 son Grace Cooper. Also
surviving are 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.Funeral
services will be Tuesday, Nov 13, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from Aurora
Alliance Church, 105 Conwell St., with Pastor Dean Greenwood
officiating. Interment Forest Hill Cemetery, Moores Hill. Visitation
will be Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the Aurora Alliance Church. Memorials
may be given to the Church. Arrangements by Filter-DeVries Funeral
Home in Dillsboro.

Carolyn Ann Baker, age 69, of Farmers Retreat, Ind, died Thursday, Sept 27, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro. She was born Sept 1, 1938 in Milan, IN to Marwin and Mable Taylor Luke. She graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1956, and attended Cosmetology College for 1 year. In 1957, she married James Baker, and they became lifelong residents of the Dillsboro/Farmers Retreat area. Besides being a beautician, Carolyn made wedding dresses and wedding cakes for many people in the area. She was also involved in a logging business with her husband, and worked for 5 years for Congressman Lee Hamilton. Carolyn also was a tour guide for Stewart Tours for several years. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat, and the quilting club of Lawrenceburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Baker, in 1991, and her parents.Surviving are her 4 children; Russell (Shannon) Baker, of LaGrange, IN, and William (Rachel) Baker, of Dillsboro, Melissa (Jay) Walston, of Dillsboro, and Pamela (Tom) Lewis, of Moores Hill, In; 12 grandchildren; 1 sister, Joanne Holt. Funeral services will be Monday at 11:00 a.m. from St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmer's  Retreat, with visitation Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to St. John's Lutheran Cemetery Fund, or to the Ladies Mission Kitchen Fund of St. John's Lutheran Church.

Wiley Joe Deckard, age 60, of Moores Hill, IN, died Friday, Sept 14, 2007 at his home following a long illness. Joe was born Feb 24, 1947, in Covington, KY to Carl & Elva Powers Deckard. He graduated from Rising Sun High School in 1965, and was employed at I & M for 36 yearss as a team leader. Joe married Jacqueline Reamer on June 24, 1988. His work at I & M was a very big part of his life; he worked in the control room which produced electricity. His accomplishments at work were many, and he enjoyed his co-workers and supervisors both as friends and as business associates. Joe loved the out-of-doors, the horses at the farm, the squirrels, and the hummingbirds. His grandkids were very important to him, and he loved to go to the creek with them and throw rocks and play in the creek. Surviving is his wife and close friend, Jacqueline; 2 sons, Joe Kevin Deckard, of Milan, and Rodney Deckard, of Rising Sun; 2 daughters, Brandy Kochert and April Whkiteford, of Dillsboro; 12 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Cheryl Hyde, and Carlee Wilson; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Sept 18, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Friends may meet the family Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the family.

Mr. Albert Ohlmansiek, age 82, a lifelong Dillsboro area resident,
until moving to Greensburg, IND 2 years ago, died unexpectedly Sunday
morning, Oct 7, 2007 at Decatur County Hospital in Greensburg. He was
born in Dillsboro on August 6, 1925 to Albert Ohlmansiek Sr. and Laura
Housemeyer Ohlmansiek. He graduated from Dillsboro High School, and
served his country in the US Army during  WWII, being discharged in
1947. On Oct 8, 1955 he was united in marriage witn Annabelle Martin,
and they were blessed with 2 daughters, Becky and Marsha. Albert was
employed at I & M in Lawrenceburg for a period of time before
purchasing his parents farm south of Dillsboro. He farmed until 2005,
when he  and Annabelle retired and moved to Greensburg. He also drove
school bus for a long period of time for Dillsboro High School, and
later on for the Dillsboro School System. He and his wife were active
members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro for many years, and
were members of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Greensburg the 2 years
they lived in Greensburg. Surviving is his wife, Annabelle; 2
daughters, Becky (Steve) Starek, of Carmel, Ind, and Marsha
Ohlmansiek, of Greensburg; 2 step grandchildren, Jon & Greg Starek; 1
sister, Verna Schuette, of Farmers Retreat; and 1 aunt, Mildred
Schnanholt, of  Dillsboro. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be Thursday, Oct 11, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from
Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Interment Oakdale Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries
Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to the American
Cancer Society.

Minnie Ann Jewett, age 106, of Dillsboro, died Monday, Sept. 3, 2007 at Ripley Crossing in Milan.  She was born on Feb. 26, 1901 in Friendship, IN, to Henry Damon and Elizabeth Fayne Damon.  On Dec. 22, 1922, she married Charles Wilson Jewett, and he died on Dec. 14, 1971. Her late husband was a State Senator in the 1940's.  Minnie and Charles were very active in Dillsboro, owning a dry goods, grocery, and furniture store.  Minnie was an active member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church and taught Sunday School; she also was a member of the Dillsboro American Legion Auxillary.   Surviving are both her nephew and her niece; Judy Goodman, and Larry (Dorothy) Damon.  Funeral services will be Thursday, Sept 6, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.  Interment in Oakdale Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home on Thursday.  Memorials may be made to Hopewell Presbyterian Church.

Doris A. Biddle, age 93, passed aways late Tuesday evening, July 31st, 2007 at her residence, The Waters of Dillsboro. Doris was born July 12, 1914 in Okeana, Ohio, the daughter of Douglas Hiler and Grace Smithe Hiler. On January 27, 1933. She was married to Earl D. Biddle and he preceded her in death on March 14, 1990. Doris was a homeaker and enjoyed taking care of her home and her family. She enjoyed fishing and her children have fond memories of going fishing with her after church on Sundays when they wre small. She was an excellent cook and in the 1960's she cooked at the restaurant and tavern in Friendship. In her later years Doris enjoyed being a member of the 50 plus club in Dillsboro and of the village senior citizens. For much of her life she was an active member of the Bear Creek Baptist Church in Friendship, In. She is survived by her two daurghters; Janet (Charles) Bressert, of Versailles and Susan (Charles) Huddleston, of Versailles; one son Joe (Mary) Biddle, of Denver, Co; one daughter-in-law, Betty Biddle, the widow of her late son, David D. Biddle. Also surviving are her eight grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl; two sons, Douglas, who died in infancy, and David B. Biddle; her grandson, David W. Biddle, two brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 4th, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. from Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Interment Maple Gorve Cemetery, Brookville. Visitation at the funeral home will by Friday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to Dearborn County Cancer Fund, or a charity of one's choice.

Mr. Robert D. Frey, 71, of Dillsboro, formerly of Moores Hill, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro. He was born on November 15, 1935 at Parkersburg, West Virginia the son of Harry and Ethel Gabbard Frey. As a young man he moved to this area and on February 9, 1954 he was married to Sondra Moehring. From 1953 to 1956 he served his country in the US Army working as a cook. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the outdoors. Survivors include his wife Sondra; sons Robert (Natalie) Frey, Jr. of Wyoming and Darvin (Melissa) Frey of Beattyville, Kentucky; one daughter Brenda (Bruce) Roeder of Dillsboro; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one step-brother Curtis Rattlif. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter Tracy Brown. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 1^st at 11am at the Ulrich-Filter-Devries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Burial will be in the South Sparta Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm. Memorials may be given to Charlie McKinley’s ministry.

Mr. Donald W. Stevens, age 56, of Yorkville, died Thursday July 26, 2007 at his home following a long illness. Don was born in Milan, In.  on Oct. 20, 1950 to William Stevens and Eleanor Snyder Stevens. Don graduated from Dillsoboro High School in 1968 and Western Kentucky University in 1972.  In 1972 he was employed for many years as an auditor for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. He and Bev were active members of Bethlehem Lutheran Chursh in Greendale. Don loved to hunt and fish and he very much enjoyed keeping up with high school, college,  and neighborhood friends. Don was big on NASCAR racing and one of his most prized possessions is a #3 cap signed by Dale Earnhart. His most favorite mode of transportation was his 1954 Chevrolet pickup truck. Besides his wife, Don is survived by one son, Christopher Stevens, of Lawrenceburg; one sister, Susan (Kenneth) Cowan of Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Monday, July 30, 2007. at 11:00 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-8 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-Devries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to Oakdale Cemetery Trust,  Hospice of S.E. Indiana, or to Dearborn County Cancer Fund.

Betty J. Davies, age81, of Dillsboro, died Friday July 6, 2007 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was born Feb 13, 1926 in Switzerland County, IN, the daughter of John Perkins and Jessie Leep Perkins. Following high school, she attended college for I year to become a nurse's aid. In 1941 she married Denver F. Davies, and he preceded her in death on August 1, 2000. Betty was employed for several years at the Franklin Masonic Home as a nurse's aid. She was an active member of Bear Creek Baptist Church in Friendship. Betty was known as a caregiver and a helping person to anyone who asked for her help. She is survived by 1 son, Denver (Carol) Lynn Davies, of Dillslboro; 7 grandchildren, John, Daren, Brett, Belinda, Terri, Bonnie, and Sheana; 1 brother, John Perkins. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Denver, and 1 son, John Franklin Davies. Visitation and Funeral Services will be Monday at the Ulrich-FilterDeVries Funeral Home for close friends and family only. Interment will follow at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery at Glean. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Esther G. Benning, age 99, of Farmers Retreat, died Sunday, July 1, 2007 at the Waters of Dillsboro Manor. She was born Feb 12, 1908 in Caesar Creek Twp, the daughter of William Grelle and Anna Hueseman Grelle. She was a retired Secretary for Johnson Electric in Cincinnati and retired from IRS. In 1942 she married Harland Benning, and he preceded her in death in 1998. Surviving are 2 sons, Dean William Benning aod Richard Allen (Vera) Benning, both of Farmers Retreat; 6 grandchildren, Heather Ann Benning Rump, Michael Lawhorn, Betl Weaver, Pamela Davies, Amy Fryman, and Kimberly Wesemann;  11 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, July 6, 2007 at 11 :00 am. from St. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to Alzheimer\s foundation or to Friendship Fire Dept.

Mrs. Dolly J. Holland, 81, of Canaan died Sunday, June 24, 2007 at her home. She was born January 15, 1926 at Milan to Thomas and Tena Schmaltz Gordon. On July 5, 1946 Dolly was united in marriage to Houston D. Holland and they have been lifelong area residents. She was a retired homemaker and a member of the Church of God. She enjoyed traveling to the Feast of Tabernacles for her church and working in her garden. Surviving is her husband Houston, children Mike (Debbie) Holland of Dillsboro, Joyce Ann Holland of Batesville, Stephen (Kathleen) Holland of Texas, Mark (Janet) Holland of Benham, Randy (Kathy) Holland of Canaan, and Tim Holland of Madison; 9 grandchildren; three brothers, Albert, Jerry, and Thomas Gordon; one sister, Betty Grace. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother. Funeral services will be held at 11am Wednesday at the Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Burial will be in the Oakdale Cemetery at Dillsboro. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm. Memorials may be given to Prophetic Ministries.

Helen  E. Filter, age 91, of  Cincinnati, died Monday, June 18, 2007 at   West Park Retirement Village in Cincinnati. She was born in Cincinnati on May 25, 1916 to Elmer Henschen and Laura Lanvermeyer Henschen. Following her high school, she was married to Otto Filter, and they made their home in Cincinnati. Helen was a long time member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Cincinnati, and was active in the church dinners and in entertaining the pastors and their families with meals in her home. She was also a very talented seamstress, doing alterations and sewing dresses for Mariannes Bridal Shop for many years. Helen and Otto were blessed with four children who survive; Paul (Karen) Filter, of Dillsboro, IN, Timothy (Nancy) Filter, Fay (Milton K.) Blersch, and Lois (Steve) Oyler, all of Cincinnati; 8 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. . Funeral services will be Friday at 10:30 am from Concordia Lutheran Church, 1133 Clifton Hills Ave, Cincinnati. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to the  Concordia Lutheran Church or to Hospice of Cincinnati.

Mr. Paul Edward Leive, age 94, of Dillsboro, died early Wednesday morning, June 7, 2007 at Waters of Dillsboro. He was born August 10, 1912 in Dillsboro to Edward Leive and Elizabeth Graver Leive, and graduated in 1931 from Dillsboro High School. He worked on the family farm for several years before becoming employed at Cocharan Chair Company. In 1942, he was drafted into the US Army during WWII.   Mr. Leive had a very distinguished military career for 3 years, receiving 3 bronze stars, the purple heart, and being a POW for a time. Upon his return from the Army, Mr. Leive was employed at Jim’s Radio Service, doing wiring and insulating houses. In 1968 he became employed at Dearborn Mills, and eventually became part owner of the business. In 1983 he retired and worked part time for a few years. Mr. Leive was a quiet , studious person, who was very well read, especially in the Bible. He was an active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. He leaves to survive several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, 2 sisters, and 1 brother. Funeral services will be Monday at 11:00 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials may be given to the Trinity Student Aid Fund or to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Robert L. Hummel, 63, of Moores Hill passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at his home with his family by his side. Robert was born October 14, 1943 in Cincinnati the son of William and Rosella Schwab Hummel. On October 20, 1962 he was united in marriage to Charlotte Fehling and they were blessed with three children, Andy, Kathy, and Christie. They resided in the Dillsboro/Moores Hill area most of their life while Robert was employed as a facility engineer at Anchor Glass. Robert was a devoted husband, father, and friend to many and enjoyed his golf game very much. His family was important to him and he enjoyed working around his property and keeping it up. He and Charlotte enjoyed their home in Florida very much. The last while has not been easy as Robert suffered with cancer at his home in both Florida and Moores Hill. Early on Tuesday morning, May 29, 2007 Robert was taken from us with his family by his side at his home in Moores Hill. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Charlotte; son Andy Hummel and his wife Beth of Moores Hill; daughters Kathy Seymour of Aurora and Christie Spaulding and her husband Todd of Strongsville, Ohio; grandchildren Robby and Tara Tiettmeyer, Tyler and Hayden Hummel, and Taylor and Zachary Spaulding; three brothers Bill, George, and Joe Hummel. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service to honor his memory will be Saturday at 11am at Oakdale Cemetery with a luncheon follow at the Dillsboro Civic Club. Memorials may be given to the Hospice of Dearborn County, Hospice of Florida, or the Dillsboro Emergency Unit.

Alfred A. Schmidt, 78, of Aurora passed away Tuesday May 29, 2007 at the Woodland Hills Nursing Center in Lawrenceburg. He was born in Aurora on December 29, 1928 the son of Andrew and Martha Richards Schmidt. He attended Purdue University School of Pharmacy until he joined the US Air Force in 1951. He served during the Korean War for 4 years working as a pharmacist until his discharge in 1955. Upon his discharge from the Air Force he worked as a tax accountant for the IRS for many years. He was the “blind man” in the St. John’s Passion play for 10 years and enjoyed being in the arts. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, June 1^st at 12 noon at Filter-Devries Funeral Home in Aurora. Visitation will be from 10:30am until time of services at the funeral home. Interment with full military rites will be at the Riverview Cemetery. Memorials may be given to St. John’s Passion   Play.

Winifred “Winnie” J. Sidebottom, age 79, of Dillsboro, died Thursday, April 19, 2007 at her residence. She was born July 5, 1927 in Kingston On Thames, Surrey, England, to Harry Trussler and Annie Louise Turner Trussler.   Winnie met a young man during WWII in England named Russell L. Sidebottom, and they were married on July 28, 1946. Her late husband was in the service for 20 years, and they moved to the United States after their marriage. Winnie and Russell were blessed with   4   children; Gary, Teresa, Rebecca, and Linda. Winnie enjoyed being a homemaker, and loved plants and gardening. On July 2, 1985 her husband, Russell passed away. For the past 17 years, Winnie and Arnold Rump, a friend who lost his wife, have been companions and friends. Winnie also lost   2 of her daughters, Rebecca Greenwell and Linda Anderson. Also preceding her in death was her sister, Olive Topple and 2 brothers, Reginald and Ron Trussler. She leaves behind her close friend, Arnold Rump; her son, Gary Sidebottom; of Burlington, KY; and her daughter, Teresa (Mike) Taylor, of Overland Park, Kansas; 12 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday , April 23, 2007 at 11 a.m. from Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Sunday from 4-7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Fund.

Vicki J. Luhrsen, age 51, of Aurora, died Sunday, April 8, 2007 at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg.   Vicki was born August 31, 1955 in Batesville, IN to John and Alberta Daugherty Luhrsen Sr.   She attended and graduated from local schools, and then went to Ball State University, where she graduated with a degree in education. She even went back and received her Masters Degree!   Vicki was a person who loved kids and teaching, and taught at Manchester School for 29 years. She mostly taught 3^rd grade, however she had her stints in 4^th grade, and even kindergarten. She loved the 3^rd graders, and they certainly loved her! Besides teaching, Vicki served her profession as a member of South Dearborn Education Assoc, where she currently was serving as President. She also was active in the Indiana State Teachers Assoc, and the NEA, National Education Assoc. Every year she enjoyed going to the NEA conventions in cities around the country. In her spare time she loved to crochet, and spent as much time with her 5 nieces and nephews and 11 grand nieces and nephews as she possibly could.   All 16 of them were like her own kids! Vicki was a member of First Baptist Church in Aurora. She leaves behind her mother, Alberta Luhrsen; her 2 brothers, John & Roger Luhrsen; and her sister, Phyllis Kay Johnson. She was preceded in death by her father, John Luhrsen, Sr. Memorial Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2007 from 3-7 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorial services will follow at 7 p.m. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Assoc. or to the Vicki Luhrsen Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Mrs. Lavonia R. Mead, age 91, of Aurora, died Monday, March 26, 2007 at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg. She was born Sept 3, 1915 in Aurora to Royal Canfield and Anna Meyer Canfield.   She attended schools   in Aurora, and in 1949 she was married to Myron Mead. He passed away in 1965.Lavonia raised 3 children by herself, and was a hard worker. In her earlier years, she worked at the chair factory in Aurora. Lavonia was a member and church organist at the Church of the Nazarene in Rising Sun for many years. In later years, she sold Avon products and enjoyed that very much. She had 2 main priorities in life; getting her hair done on Saturday and playing the organ at church on Sunday. She is survived by 2 sons; Noel and his wife, Eillen Houze, and Gaylord, and his wife, Carole House, both of Aurora; 1 daughter, Doris and her husband, Lawrence Kinnett, of Aurora; 1 step daughter, Dorothy Handy, of Fairfield, Ohio; 1 brother, Glenn Canfield; 6 grandchildren; and   9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 1 sister, Audrey; and her daughter, Sharon Dyer, in 1988. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 11 a.m. from Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Aurora. Visitation will be Wed from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mt.Sinai Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Rising Sun   Church of the Nazarene or to Mt. Sinai Cemetery.

Earl M. Lawson, age 88, of Cynthiana, KY, formerly of Dillsboro, IN, died Friday, March 16, 2007 in Cynthiana.  In 1944 he married Helen Stager, and she passed away in 2000.  He was employed at GM as an assembler and order clerk for many years, and was a WWII Veteran of the US Army.  He was the first soldier from Kentucky to return from WWII.  Mr. Lawson was a 52 year member of Post 19, American Legion in Ft. Thomas, KY.  Surviving is his daughter, Nancy (Alan) Edwards, of Sweetwater, TN; 2 brothers; Robert Lawson and Douglas Mc Arthur Lawson; 1 granddaughter, Elizabeth Cypher, and 1 great grandson, Corey.  Funeral services will be 12 Noon Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Dillsboro, IN.  Interment at St. Stephen Cemetery, Ft. Thomas. Visitation 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Martha A. Schulenburg, age 98, of Farmers Retreat, died Sunday, March 11, 2007 at ShadyNook Care Center in Lawrenceburg. She was born Nov 21, 1908 in Ripley County to H. William Schulenburg and Emma Knollman Schulenburg. Martha lived on a farm her entire life in Farmers Retreat, and in addition to helping on the farm, she worked as a waitress in restaurants in Dillsboro. She was a very active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, and for many years was the organist. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. She is survived by 1 nephew and 6 nieces, and was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 3 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery in Farmers Retreat. Memorials may be given to the church memorial fund.  Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.

Denver Jewett, age 53, of Dillsboro, died Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at Hospice of Cincinnati following a long illness. He was born March 18, 1953 in Milan, the son of Thomas and Dorothy Block Jewett. Following graduation from high school, he enlisted in the US Air Force, serving 4 years until a knee injury forced him to take an honorable discharge. Denver was employed in the Dillsboro area, and was very active in the American Legion Post in Dillsboro. He cooked at Legion dinners, little league dinners, and worked military funerals. He loved his 2 grandsons, and was good to them. Denver was a member of the Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Dillsboro. Surviving are his parents; Tom & Dot Jewett, of Dillsboro; 1 son, Shane, & his wife Dana, of Moores Hill; 2 grand children; Cory f& Tristan; 1 brother, Keith (Beth) Jewett, of Okeana, Ohio; 2 sisters, Karen (Gary) Kirkpatrick, of Lawrenceburg, and Beth (Robert) Strassell, of Milan. Funeral services will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries funeral home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Mercy Franciscan Hospice.

Mrs. Viola L. Mollman, age 87, of  Aurora and Rising Sun, IN, died Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Dearborn County Hospital. She was born March 6, 1920 in Dearborn County, the daughter of John P. Probst and Anna Hornig Probst. She graduated from Aurora High School, class of 1949, after going back to school later in life. Viola was a lifelong area resident, and on Aug 15, 1940 she married Kenneth Mollman at Walton, KY. He preceded her in death on Feb 24, 1971. Viola was a volunteer in Girl Scouting for 24 years, and was a member of the OES Lodge for 50 years. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Surviving are her 3 daughters; Chandra Mattingly, of Rising Sun, IN, Kay Wind, of Ravenna, OH, and Lea Mollman, of Youngstown, OH; 3 step sons; Lee Mollman,  of Piqua, OH, Don Mollman, of Mason, OH, and Jerry Mollman, of Columbus, OH; 1 brother, John P. Probst Jr., of Aurora; 1 sister, Mary Ann Warren. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanna Lynn, on Oct 2, 1967. Visitation will be Thursday, March 15, 2007 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Filter-DeVries Funeral Home, Aurora, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Aurora.

Bonnie Louise Beatty age 44 was born on Oct 2, 1962 in Lawrenceburg to Cecil and Verna Lakker Beatty.  She graduated in the second graduating class of the new  South Dearborn High School in1980. Bonnie was employed at the Waters of Dillsboro for 25 years, working in dietary, housekeeping , and finally as housekeeping manager. She loved bookkeeping and income tax work, and had many hobbies. Teddy Bears were an important part of her life, she loved collecting them, along with Longabergar baskets. She absolutely loved her 3 cats, Sugar Bear, Teddy Bear, and Fuzzy Wuzzy! She also loved Boyd’s Bears, and collected them. This past year her family took her on a trip to Pigeon Forge and the Smokey Mountains, and she just had to go further into N. Carolina so she could say she was in another state! Bonnie was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Bonnie has been ill for some time, and on Saturday morning, March 10, 2007 with her family at her side, she passed away and went home to the Lord . Surviving is her mother, Verna Beatty, and her sister, Karen Beatty; her Aunts & Uncles, Virgil & Donna Laaker, and Bill & Esther Goldfuss, also several cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father in July of 1988. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 11, 2007 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dillsboro. Interment is in Oakdale Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 4-8 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Dillsboro Life Squad, Trinity Lutheran Church, or the American Cancer Society.

Annette Mae Heffelfinger, age 55, passed away Tuesday morning, March 6, 2007 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. Annette was born in Milan, Indiana on  July 13, 1951 to John and Hilda Sims Anderson. In 1970 she was married to Larry Lee Heffelfinger, and since he was a career man in the military, she was able to do what she really loved, and that was travel. Annette and Larry lived in Germany, California, Washington State, and Virginia. Annette was a family person, she absolutely loved family gatherings and parties. Larry and Annette were blessed with 2 children, Tony and Adam. They  were the proud grandparents of 3  grandchildren; Torri, Lybbi, and Rylli. They were absolutely spoiled by Annette! Very suddenly, following surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital, on March 6, 2007, Annette was taken from us. She leaves behind her 2 sons and daughter-in-law, Tony (Amy) and Adam Heffelfinger, her 3 grandchildren, and 4 brothers; John & Tommy Anderson, and Bill & Mike Stevens. Her husband, Larry, preceded her in death in 2004. her family will miss her enthusiasm for life, and they know they will see her again. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Ulrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home,  at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation Friday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to the Dillsboro Life Squad. Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5-8 p.m. Memorial may be given to Dillsboro Life Squad.

Martha McClellan, age 62, passed away Wed, February 28, 2007 at 11:45 a.m. at her home following a brief illness. Martha was born July 29, 1944 in Hazard, Ky to Wallace & June Cornett. She has lived most of her life in the Dillsboro/North Vernon area.  In September of 1963 she was married to Lowell McClellan, and to this union 2 children were born, Ed & Vicky. For many years, Martha worked in the Dietary Dept at Muscatutuck State Hospital. She loved her family and her home, and collected Angels. She loved to sew and be with her family and friends. Martha was a member of Greendale Church of Christ. She leaves behind her loving husband, Lowell; her 2 children, Ed (Prim) Mc Clellan and Vicky  (Charles) Mc Daniel; 3 grandchildren, Levi McDaniel, Megan McDaniel, and Christopher McClellan, and 1 great grand child. Also surviving  are her brothers and sisters; John  “Buck” Cornett, Coy Cornett, Margaret Harney, and Brenda Atkins, all of Viper, KY. She was preceded in death by her father and mother. Her family is saddened by their loss, however they are grateful that she did not have to suffer a longer time with her illness. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 3, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. from Ullrich-Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Visitation will be Friday, March 2, 2007  from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Hospice of Jennings

Irene Rumph, age  97, passed away early Saturday morning, Feb 10, 2007 at Margaret Mary Hospital Batesville.  She was born August 16, 1909 in Ohio County to J. Henry Knigga and Louise Nolker. Irene lived on a farm as a child, and has many fond memories of ice skating before school and her mother hanging out a red cloth telling her it was time to go to school. She came from a large family, 5 girls and 1 boy. They worked hard on the farm, but had many good times as well. Irene was fortunate to graduate from Indiana State Univ in Terre Haute and became a teacher. She started out in a 1 room school house in Clayback, New Hope, and Murray Branch, eventually teaching in Rising Sun and for many years in Dillslboro.  On April 22,1941  she married Loran F. Rumph and they were blessed with one daughter, Karen. Irene was very involved with her church, St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church in Bear Branch, which she was a lifelong member.  She was also involved with “Internationally Yours”, an organization whose members corresponded with people of other countries; was a member of Ind Retired Teachers Assoc, and loved sewing, and visiting with her friends. Irene spent her last years at  Manderley Care Center in Osgood, where she had many fiends. Her family, although small, loved her and she loved them. They know she is with her Lord and Savior now and they will see her soon.

Charles A. (Sonny) Yeary, age 68, of Dillsboro, Ind., died suddenly Sunday, February  4, 2007, at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind.  He was born Feb. 18, 1938 in Big Stone Gap, VA.  He was the son of the late Jess Yeary and the late Nancy (Davis) Yeary.  On July 18, 1959 he married Pat Dunn, who survives.  Charles was employed at Alton Box Board for many years and retired in 1993 due to poor health.  Surviving besides his wife Pat, are 2 children;  Charles (Connie) Yeary, of Dillsboro, and Jackie (Jim) Woll, of Cincinnati;4 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Carl Yeary and Kyle Yeary, both of Tenn.; 3 sisters, Ann Kelly, Christine Johnson, and Rose Blanton, all of Virginia.  Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter DeVries Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM Wednesday, February  7, 2007.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral DeVries  Home at 11:00 AM Thursday, February  8, 2007 .  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.  Memorials may be made to The American Heart Assoc.

Dale E. Niebrugge, age 55, of Aurora, Ind., died Sunday, January 14, 2007,
at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind.   Dale was a self employed
trucker.  He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Sons of the Legion,
and the Eagles of Aurora.   He was the son of the late Charles Niebrugge and
Helen (Westmeyer) Niebrugge.  Surviving is his wife Kathy Niebrugge;   one
daughter, Jeanna (Niebrugge) Little of Ohio,  one son,  Brian Niebrugge of Illinois,
two sisters,  Janet Gilbert  and Barbara Lade,  one brother,  Fred Niebrugge,.
and   six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday , Jan 19, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. from Ulrich-
Filter-DeVries Funeral Home in Dillsboro.  The  family will receive friends from
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM  Thursday, January 18, 2007 at the funeral home. Interment
will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.  Memorials may be given to
the family.

Robert John Gall, age 67, of Moores Hill, Ind., died Saturday, December 30, 2006, at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind.   He was in the class of 1957 in  the Dillsboro High School.  Robert was employed by Stedmans  Foundry for 9 years and  Fermco - Fernald for 37 years, as senior accountant.  He was a member and treasure of Trinity  Lutheran Church. He was the son of the late Raymond W. Gall Sr. and the late Mildred (Maley) Gall.  He is survived by his wife A. Louise (Homann) Gall;  Two Sons;  Daniel W. Gall of Dillsboro, Ind. and  Michael A. Gall of Milan, Ind.,  one brother,  Raymond W. Gall, Jr. of Hudson, Fla. and three grandchildren, Ryan, Megan, and Julia. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, January  2, 2007. The Funeral service will be at Trinity Lutheran Church at 11:00 AM Wednesday, January  3, 2007 , Rev. Richard Kolaskey  officiating.  Interment will be at St. John's Lutheran cemetery in Farmers Retreat, Ind.  Memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Farmers Retreat, or Dillsboro Emergency Unit or Trinity Lutheran Church.

Crystal (Mookie) Sowards, age 24, of Versailles, Ind, died Monday, Christmas Day at University Hospital in Cincinnati. She was born August 16, 1982 in Lawrenceburg, Ky to Roger A. Sowards and Melinda R. Hyatt Sowards. Crystal graduated  in 2001 from South Ripley  High School, and loved the Kentucky Wildcats. She was employed for a period of time at the Friendship Bar & Grill  as a cook. Crystal was preceded in death  by her father, Roger A. Sowards. She is survived by her mother, Melinda R. (Hyatt) Sowards  and special friend Carl Brown,  of Friendship, Ind; her brother, Raymond G. Sowards, of Friendship; her maternal grandfather, Gene Hyatt, of Dillsboro; and her paternal grandmother, Eleanorl Sowards, of Ross, Ohio; her uncle, Michael Hyatt, of Dillsboro. Also preceding her in death was her maternal grandmother, Rose Hyatt, and her paternal grandfather, Paul Sowards. Funeral services will be Friday, Dec 29, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Bear Creek Baptist Church in Friendship, In, with Pastor Sherman Hughes officiating. IntermentArlingteon Memorial Gardens in Cincinnati will follow the service. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Ulrich-Filter Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be given to the family.

Robert Wickizer, age 84, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Thursday, December 21, 2006, at Waters of Dillsboro Manor in Dillsboro, Ind.   He was born Feb 11, 1922 in Pittston, PA ,  and moved to this area as a young man. On Sept 30, 1945 he was married to Grace Folsom, who survives. He was a WWII Veteran , and was retired from Stedman Foundry in Aurora in  1976. He was then employed by Dillsboro Manor in  maintinance, retiring  in 1987. He was a member of St.  John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat. Robert was a former member of  the school board of Dearborn Schools, a former member of the board of  Ind. Vocational School, and a former trustee of Ceasar Creek Twp for 8 years. Surviving is his wife, Grace Wickizer; 1 son,  Richard Lee Wickizer, of Osgood, Ind;  2 daughters, Roberta J. Luke and Brenda S. Thayer, both of  Dillsboro; 2 brothers, Donald Wickizer, of Fleetville, PA, and John Wickizer, of Cinnaminson, NJ; 1 sister, Grace Erickson, of Westland, MI; 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters and 4 brothers; his son-in-law, James Thayer, in 2002.  Funeral Services will be Wednesday,  Dec 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Ste. John's Lutheran Church in Farmers Retreat. Interment will be in St. Johns Cemetery in Farmers Retreat. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home in Dillsboro. Memorials may be made to St. Johns Lutheran Church or Cemetery.

Arthur W. Luke, age 68, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Saturday, November 25, 2006, at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind.  Mr.  Luke was employed by the Carpenter Union  and was a volunteer fireman for the Dillsboro Fire Department.  He enjoyed working with his wife in the catering business for five years.  Arthur was a member of St. John's Lutheran   Church, Farmers Retreat IN. and did repair work at the church.  He loved his neighbors, family, and new Kabota garden tractor. .He was the son of the late  Walter Luke and the late  Ruth (Niederbaumer) Luke. He is  survived by his wife Annis (Burlage) Luke;  Twodaughters,Sharon (Clint) Pollard of Aurora, Ind., and  Kimberly (Jeremy) Grimes of Indianapolis, Ind.  Two Sons,Jim (Tracy) Luke of Carmel, Ind. and Steve Luke of Charleston, S.C., Three Brothers,  Paul Luke, Ralph Luke, and Richard Luke,  Four grandchildren, Todd, Erica, Emma, and Sam. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home,  PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, November 28, 2006.  Funeral service will be at St. John's Lutheran Church, Farmers Retreat IN at 1:00 PM Wednesday, November 29, 2006 , Rev. Richard L. Wilkie officiating. An hour  of visitation will be prior to the service. Interment will be at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Farmers Retreat, Ind.

Mary Louise (Jefferies) Wehmeyer, age 81, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, September 25, 2006, at St. Lukes Hospital East in Fort Thomas, Ky.   Mary was a homemaker.  She was the daughter of Rossie Jefferies and Stella (Stewart) Jefferies, who are no longer living. She is survived by her husband Omer P. Wehmeyer; one daughter; Linda Wehmeyer of Lawrenceburg, Ind.;  two sons, Danny Wehmeyer of New Smyran Beach, Fla. and Jim Wehmeyer of Rising Sun, Ind.; one sister, Mickey Heffelmire of Rising Sun, Ind.;  two brothers;  David Jefferies and Paul Jefferies; seven grandchildren and  eleven great-grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, September 29, 2006.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Saturday, September 30, 2006. Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind. Memorials may be sent to Dillsboro Life Squad or Dearborn Hospice.

Janice Elaine Slater, age 70, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died Monday, September 25, 2006, while visiting her brother, John, in Puyallap, Wash.  She was the daughter of the late Milton Slater and Thelma (Cross) Slater, who survives.  She is also  survived by her  two brothers;  James M. Slater of Ledyard, Conn., and  John F. Slater of Puyallap, Wash.  She was born in Milan on September 14, 1936 and went on to graduate from Hanover  College in 1958.  She began her teaching career in Tipton, IN., and then went on to the Oak Hills school district in Cincinnati where she remained until her retirement in 1991. Janice continued her work with others in the community for the preservation of Carnegie Hall in Moores Hill, In. and served as president of Carnegie Historic Landmarks Preservation Society for many years before giving that up in 2005.  She will be missed by her family and her numerous friends and will be remembered as a very giving and caring person. Visitation will be between 2 and 3 p.m. and a service at 3:00 p.m. Sunday Oct. 1st at the Methodist Church. Memorials may be sent to Carnegie. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind.

Rosemary “Rosey” Watkins, age 88, of Aurora, and one of its most prominent citizens, passed away Saturday, Sept 16, 2006 at her home following a brief illness. Rosey was born Oct 30, 1917 in Pleasantville, IN to Raymond and Maude Walters McCammon.  A long time resident of Dearborn County, she was one of the fortunate people in her era to attend college and even obtain a Masters Degree. She graduated with a Bachelors degree from Indiana State and a Masters of Science from Indiana State Univ. In 1940 she was married to Ralph E. Watkins, who passed away on Sept 11, 1994. A dedicated teacher, Rosemary taught high school at Carlyle, Fulton, Wadina, and Reynolds schools. For 25 years, she taught 4th thru 8th grade at Aurora, Moores Hill, and Willmington schools in Dearborn County. She was past president and a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, teachers group; a member and past President of Phi Beta Psi, associate chapter; a member and past Regent of the D.A.R. and a member and past Guardian of Jobs Daughters. Rosemary was an active member of the Eastern Star, having served as past Worthy Matron. One of her greatest interests, however, was 4H, where she served as a leader for over 25 years, and was a former president of the Dearborn County 4H Fair Board. Her awards were many; she received the Honorary Achievement Award for the Indiana Assoc. of County and District Fairs; a 50 year award from the Indiana Extension Homemakers Assoc., and she was named Dearborn  County Citizen of the Year in 1997. Rosemary was very active in her church, Mt. Sinai United Methodist Church of Aurora, and held many leadership offices. Surviving are her 3 daughters; Marjorie  Farrer, of N. Carolina, Betty Watkins, of  Texas, and Nancy Truex, of Fishers, IN; 4 grandchildren; John, Ryan, Anne, and Sarah; 1 brother, Nelson McCammon, of Wisc; 3 sisters, Esther Schinbeckler,  of Columbia City, IN, Ann Jane Murray, of Ft. Wayne, IN, and Ruth Adkins, of S. Carolina. Funeral services for Rosemary will be ednesday at 10:00 a.m. at FILTER FUNERAL HOME IN Aurora. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Aurora. The family will meet friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. Memorials: Phi Beta Psi Cancer search or Mt. Sinai Methodist Church.

Miriam (McIlvian) Scheiner, age 80, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Saturday,
September  9, 2006, at University Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. 
Miriam was a homemaker and was a Co-owner, with her husband. of
S.P. Designs-Dillsboro, IN, for 27 years.  She was a  Methodist.  .She was the
daughter of the late William Mc Ilvian and the late Hilda (Tomlinson) Mc Ilvian.
She is  survived by her husband Robert W. Scheiner;  One Daughter,
Kimberly Sue Dolan of Miami Heights, Ohio;  Two Sons, Robert E.
 Scheiner of Mason, Ohio, and Matthew A. Scheiner of Rushville, Ind.
One Brother,  Edwin Mc Ilvain of Morrow, Ohio; and eight grandchildren.       
Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box
146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 11:00 AM
to 2:00 PM Thursday, September 14, 2006.  Funeral service will be at
Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 2:00 PM Thursday, September 14, 2006 ,
 Pastor Sherman Hughes   officiating.  Interment will be at Richland
 Cemetery in Richland, Ind.  Memorials may be made to Dillsboro Park
Walking Trail Arboretum.

Mrs. Grace Evelyn (Woods) Hall, age 50, of Bennington, Ind., died Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at her residence in Bennington.  She was employed by Tente Casters MFG.  Grace was the daughter of the late John Woods and the late Norma ( Schaffer ) Woods.   She is survived by her husband, David Hall; two daughters, Misty Marie Woods and Norma Dubose; one son, David John Hall of Bennington Ind. and three grandchildren.  The family will have a private service.  Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, In.

Janet M. (Lichterberg) Meyer, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Sunday, September 3, 2006, at her residence.  She was a member of the Cedar of Lebanon Fellowship in Dillsboro.  Janet was the daughter of the late George Lichterberg and the late Marcella (Ratterman )  Lichtenberg.  She is survived by her husband, Winston E. Meyer; one daughter, Cindy Meyer of Cincinnati, Ohio; two sons, Winston E. Meyer, III of Cincinnati, Ohio and Ted Lange Feld of Versailles; one sister, Jeane  Grant of Missola, Mont.; and one brother. George  Lichtenberg of Batavia, Ohio; and five grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, IN., where the family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Friday, September 8, 2006.The Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter funeral Home at 12:30 PM Friday, September 8, 2006, Pastor Charles Hill officiating.  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, IN.  Memorials may be given to the family.

Mr. Larry Lee Eaglin, age 46, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Thursday, August 31, 2 006, at Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis, Ind.  Mr. Eaglin was employed by Pri-Pac.  He was the son of the late Lester Eaglin and the late Irene (Disbro) Eaglin. He is also survived by his  brother-Mr. David Eaglin of Dillsboro, Ind. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 5, 2006.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Wednesday, September  6, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman   officiating.  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.  Memorials may be given to the family.

Bob Clark, age 61, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, August  7, 2006,
 at his residence in Dillsboro, Ind.   Bob was employed by Union
 Local #1142.  He was in the National Muzzleloaders Rifle Assoc.
and enjoyed camping  at Friendship.  He operated a stand with his
 wife, Marty,where they sold items at Friendship during the shoots.  .
He was the son of Harry Clark and the late Wanita (Collins) Clark.
He is  survived by his wife Martha  (Marty) Clark;   One Daughter,
Kristy Clark;  Two Brothers,  Dickie Clark and  John Clark  five
grandchildren; Matt , Andy, Amber, Sam, and Tevin.    
Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home,
PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends
 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Friday, August 11, 2006.  Funeral service
 will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Friday, August 11, 2006 ,
 Earl R. Clark   officiating.  Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind.
 Memorials may be given to the family.

Goldia R. (Johnston) Jewett, age 95, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, July 31, 2006, at Waters of Ross Manor in Dillsboro, Ind. She was a homemaker and was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder, Treasurer, and chior member.  She was the president of the PTA in Dillsboro and the president of the Senior Citizens Club. She was an active member of the Dillsboro Bridge Clubs.She was the daughter of the late Louis Ruhlman and   the late Ella (Johnston)  Ruhlman. She is survived by her   son, Tom (Dot) Jewett of Dillsboro,   Ind.,  five grandchildren,  ten great-grandchildren, and  four great-great grandchildren . Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Wednesday, August  2, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Wednesday, August  2, 2006, Rev. Don Thompson and Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind. Memorials may be given to the Oakdale Cemetery Trust fund or Hopewell Presbyterian Church.

Philip Lee Deamron, age 82,of Dillsboro, Ind., died Saturday, July 22, 2006, at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind. He is the son of the Dee Clifford Deamron and the late Tinnie (Garriott) Deamron. Mr. Deamron was an independent trucker who delivered gas and fuel oil for Phillip 66 for 47 years.He also farmed several acres at the family farm. He was a member of the Hosanna Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife Jean Deamron, three daughters; Debbie (Rod) Hamilton of Dillsboro, Ind., Melody Richardson of Dillsboro, Ind. and Pamela (David) Kitchell of Dillsboro, Ind., three sons, Lee (Amy) Deamron of Aurora Ind., Larry Ray (Jean) Deamron of Versailles, Ind., and Randy Lee (Lora) Deamron of Dillsboro, Ind., two sisters; Marie Chilton of Aurora, Ind. and Irene Fischer of Lawrenceburg, Ind. One Brother, Clifton Deamron of Dillsboro, Ind., Twenty Grandchildren and several Great-Grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM  to 8:00 PM Tuesday, July 25, 2006. Funeral service will be at Hosanna Assembly of God Church in  Aurora at 10:30 AM Wednesday, July 26, 2006,  Pastor Pete Bryk officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Robert  (Bobby) J. Scott, age 76, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Wednesday, July 19, 2006, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio  He was employed by Texas Gas Transmission as Laborer. He played fiddles and had several in his collection. He was the son of the late Robert Scott and the late Ethel (Meyer) Scott. He is also survived by his wife Mary (Elder) Scott; Dillsboro, IN Also Survived by Two Daughters, Daughter-Kathy (Fred) Niebrugge of Dillsboro, Ind. Daughter-Peggi (Mark) LaGreca of Dillsboro, Ind. Three Sons, Son-Danny on)Scott of Tennessee Son-Gary (Gayla) Scott of Dillsboro, Ind. Son-Rob (Sharon) Scott of Dillsboro, Ind. One Brother, Brother-Bill Scott of Rising Sun, Ind. Six grandchildren, Chrissy, Michele, Ronnie, Stacy, Zach, Tyler Five great-grandchildren, Kaylin, Brittany, Trevor, Adam, Evan Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, July 21, 2006.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Saturday, July 22, 2006, Brother Phillip Peace officiating.  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind. Memorials may be given to American Diatetes Foundaiton or Aurora Life Squad.

Mr. Stanley E. Scmidt, age 70, of Dillsboro, passed away Saturday morning, July 15, 2006 at Dillsboro Manor in Dillsboro, IN. He was born in Center Twp. Iowa on November 1, 1935. He served his country for several years in the United States Air Force as a Licensed Practical Nurse.  His service time included several years during the Viet Nam Conflict. He was married to Toshiko Schmidt, and she passed away several years ago. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Graver, of Dillsboro, and 2 grandchildren.  He was alsot preceded in deathe by his parents, and 2 brothers, Emil and Cletus.  Visitation will be at Ulrich-Filter Funeral Home Monday from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. and the graveside service will be at Oakdale Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to SE Ind. Hospice.

Dorothea Margaret (Schwing) Ross was born on October 19, 1918 in Aurora, IN.  age 87, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Friday, July 14, 2006, at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind.   She was known as "Dottie".  Dottie was the daughter of Reverend Adam and Elfeldea Littell Schwing.  Her brothers Charles and George and sister Ruth preceded her in death. Dottie graduated from Lawrenceburg High School in 1936.  She was married to Paul Brown Deaton in 1938.  This union resulted in the birth of  5 children.  Paul died in 1946.  Dottie met a gentleman, Dellas Milliken Ross, who became her life’s companion and "Dad" to the children through 59 years of marriage.  They made their 59 years an adventure by moving to Dillsboro in 1948,  where she shared in building and operating the Dottie Dell Dress Shop for 11 years, creating and administering Dillsboro and Ross Manors for 20 years.  Operating the White Crane Fitness Center for several years and creating the Ross Foundation for Dillsboro.  In a loving and caring environment, she helped raise her 5 children and care for several family members. Dottie was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Greendale and a Sparrow Club Member of Robert Schuler's Crystal Cathedral.  She strongly supported the Oakdale Cemetery Trust Fund.  Dottie leaves her husband Dellas Ross, Dillsboro five children, James Deaton, Dillsboro, Robert Deaton, Stevenensville, Mi, daughters, Barbara Ruble, Scottsdale, AZ, Phyllis Masing of Marion, IN and Karen Donahue of Tuscon, AZ.  11 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren   Family and friends will cherish many fond memories of Dottie. Funeral service will be at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Greendale, IN at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 19, 2006 , Rev. Gary Anderson and Rev. Jeremiah Russell officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday 2-7 PM at the home of Dottie and Dellas Ross, 12915 Catalpa St. , Dillsboro, IN.  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind. Memorials to Oakdale Cemetery Trust. Arrangements by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, Dillsboro, IN , www.filtersfuneralhome.com

Anna (Betsy) E. (Ham) Schneider, age 82, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Tuesday, July 11, 2006, at her daughter’s residence in Dillsboro, Ind.  She  was employed for 25 years at the Busy Bee Restaurant in Clifton  and was a member of Assembly of God, Paris IL.  She was the daughter of the late Caleb Ham and the late Willie Belle (Francis) Ham. She is  survived by her:
Three Daughters, Daughter-Sandra (J.C.) Privett of Dillsboro, Ind. Daughter-Francie (Ronald) Bien of Harrison, Ohio Daughter-Phoebe (Rick) Petticrew of Paris, Ill. Three Sons, Son-John (Annita) Schneider of Moores Hill, Ind. Son-Peter (Christine) S. Schneider of Harrison, Ohio Son-James Schneider of Dillsboro, Ind. Two Sisters, Sister-Katherine (Arthur) Brill of Cincinnati, Ohio Sister-Myrtle (Virgil) Hudnall of Indianapolis, Ind.

Thirty Four grandchildren
Thirty Four great-grandchildren
She was preceded in death by parents and brothers and sisters.
Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Friday, July 14, 2006.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 3:00 PM Friday, July 14, 2006 , Brother Buddy Hamm officiating.  Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind. Memorials may be made to Jim Schneider Memorial Fund.

Marcia Kay (Fischer) Walston, age 57, of Ventura, Calif., died Thursday, June 29, 2006, at her daughter's Home in Rising Sun, Ind.   Walston was employed as supervisor of Child Development Resources Ventura County, CA.  She leaves behind a daughter Karalyn M. Smith son-in-law Michael E. Smith, 2 granddaughter Brittnay L. and Michaela Smith of Rising Sun, IN.     She was member of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer in Ojai, CA. She graduated from Dillsboro High School She was the daughter of the late Kenneth Fischer and Reca (Rabe) Arnoldy. She is also survived by her One Daughter, Daughter-Karalyn Mae (Mike)(Walston) Smith of Rising Sun, Ind. One Sister, Sister-Brenda Fischer of Aurora, Ind. Four Brothers, Brother-Robert (Betty) Fischer of St. Leon, Ind. Brother-Dale (Chi) Fischer of Dillsboro, Ind. Brother-Terry Arnoldy of Greendale, Ind. Brother-Richard (Lisa) Arnoldy of East Enterprise, Ind. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday, July  3, 2006 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Dillsboro.  Funeral service will be at Trinity Lutheran Church at 11:00 AM Monday, July  3, 2006 , Rev. Richard Kolasky officiating.  Interment will be at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Farmers Retreat, Ind. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or Dearborn Co. Cancer Fund.

Mrs. Helen Stewart (Jackson) Massengale, age 94, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died Monday, May 29, 2006, at Waters of Ross Manor in Dillsboro, Ind.  Mrs. Massengale was employed by Seagrams for 10 years. She then owned and operated the Blue Grill Restaurant in Rising Sun for several years.  Then she worked at Kroger in Cincinnati. She was the daughter of the late Albert Jackson and the late Helen (Nee) Jackson. Helen married William Stewart on August 7, 1929, and to this union three sons were born; Robert, Donald, and  Russell.  William passed away in 1964.  Helen married Golden Massingale on June 20, 1970, who preceded her in death on Oct. 8, 1985. She is also survived by her  Two Sons, Robert Stewart of Cincinnati, Ohio  and Russell Stewart of Boise, Idaho,  five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, thirteen nieces, two nephews and one sister-in-law, Mary Propst. She was also preceded in death by one son, Donald Stewart, one sister, three brothers and three nephews. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from  11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 31,  2006.  Funeral service will be at Ulrich  Filter Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Wednesday,  May 31, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman   officiating.  Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind.  Memorials may be given to Dillsboro Emergency Unit  or the Heart Fund.

Mrs. Virginia Ruth “Jeanie” Mix, 79, died Sunday, May 21, 2006 at The Inn at Wingate, Barboursville, West Virginia. She was born in Ripley County on September 4, 1926 to Robert and Leatha Reynolds Adams and was a resident of Aurora most of her life. She was employed on the bottling line for Seagrams for many years. Three years ago she moved to West Virginia to be closer to her daughter. While living there, Jeanie was a member of the Red Hat Society of Wingate. Surviving are her two children; Sonny (Sharon) Mix of Aurora, and Mary Sue (Lewis) Christian of Proctorville, Ohio; grandchildren Rick Christian, Mick Christian (Carol), and robin Wiggers; 5 great-grandchildren, Brooke and Morgan Christian, Kaela, Alexis, and Isaac Wiggers. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2pm at the Filter Funeral Home in Aurora with Rev. Martha Emery Hoffman officiating. Interment will be in the New Liberty Cemetery at East Enterprise. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm at the funeral home and Wednesday one hour prior to the services. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Col. Gilbert "Gib" Leroy Foreman, Sr., age 86, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind. Col. Foreman was employed by United States Government. He served in the U S Air Force. In WW II he was based in Deophen Green England. Later he served in the 122 nd Fire Squadron in Terre-Haute. He served his country for 30 years. After service he sold restaurant equiptment for 20 years for his own company, US Slicing Machine Aency in Indianopolis. He was the son of the late Alpha Foreman and the late Eva (Klipsch) Foreman. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Evelyn (Wilson) Foreman; two daughters; Rev. Carolyn Jane (Foreman) Earhart of Indianapolis, Ind and Rev.Carol Alice Foreman of Tennessee, One Son, Mr. Gilbert Leroy Foreman, Jr. of Dillsboro, Ind. and One Sister, Eleanor, and One Brother, William Foreman, Four grandchildren and Six great-grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, May 11, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 10:00 AM Friday, May 12, 2006 , Rev. Carolyn Jane Earhaert and Rev. Carol Alice Foreman officiating. Interment will be at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 12, at Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis, Ind. Memorials may be made to the Boy Scouts or St. Peters Luthern Church or the charity of your choice

Delmar “Bine”B. Stevens, age 75, of Dillsboro, IN died Monday, May 1, 2006 at Dearborn Co. Hospital.  He was born in Dillsboro March 13, 1931 to the late John and Minnie Daugherty Stevens.  He enlisted in the Air Force in 1950 during the Korean War.  He retired from Monsanto in 1990.  Funeral Services will be May 4, 2006, Thursday, at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, Dillsboro, IN at 11:00 AM.  Visitation is Wednesday, May 3, 2006, 5:00-8:00PM.  Burial is at Oakdale Cemetery with Military Graveside Services by Northcutt Laaker Amer. Legion Post #292, Dillsboro, IN.  Memorials may be made to the Dillsboro Emergency Unit or Oakdale Cemetery Trust Fund.  He is survived by 2 sons, William B. and Michael W. Stevens, both of Dillsboro, and 6 grandchildren.  Also 2 brothers, Paul and Earl Stevens of Dillsboro,  Sister,  JoAnn Reif of Milford, OH.  Preceding him in death were his parents;  Brothers, Stanley, David, William L. Stevens; Sisters, Inez Calender, Ruby Clayton, Virginia Harmeyer. .He was a 1949 graduate of Dillsboro High School, a member of Northcutt Laaker American Legion Post #292

Anna M. Walston, age 85 passed away Sunday, April 30, 2006 at Waters of Ross Manor, Dillsboro.  She was born on March 13, 1921  in Osgood, IN to the late Charles and Frannie Murphy Redfern.  She was united in marriage to Floyd Walston, who preceded her in death.  They were blessed with 4 sons, Charles G. Walston, Aurora, IN, Lloyd T. Walston, Dillsboro, IN, Stanley E. Walston, Dillsboro, IN and  Floyd Walston, who preceded her in death.  She had 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Anna was employed by Walmart for 10 years.  Funeral service will be Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 1:00 PM, Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, Dillsboro, IN, visitation is from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM.  Memorials may be given to Diabetes Foundation or Oakdale Cemetery Fund.

Mr. Victor Scott Barnes, Jr., age 18, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Thursday, April 20, 2006, at his home in Dillsboro, Ind. Mr. Barnes was employed by J&J Excavating. He loved his Mustang and had a lot of friends and loved to shop. . He was the son of Jennifer (Hopping) Decker and Johnny Decker. He is also survived by his Two Sisters, Brandy Barnes and Corrie Barnes. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, April 24, 2006. Funeral service will be at the Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 25, 2006 , Pastor Tom Holt officiating.

Lorraine Edwards, age 85, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, April 17, 2006, at Waters of Dillsboro Manor in Dillsboro, Ind. Mrs. Edwards was a homemaker and was a member of Westwood First Presbyterian. .She was the daughter of the late William Heubach and the late Lillie (Neirt) Heubach. She is survived by her niece, Jenny Murry, and a sister-in law, Lois Heubach. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind..

Mr. John Raymond Kyle, age 78, of Aurora, Ind., died Saturday, April 8, 2006, at Manderley Health Care Center in Osgood, Ind. Mr. Kyle was employed by Reliance Electric and was a member of Community U. Methodist Church. He was a former Dearborn County Commisioner for one term of 4 years. He was a member of the Dearborn County Republican Mens Club. He was the son of the late Raymond Kyle and the late Beatrice (Miles) Kyle. He is survived by his daughter-Mrs. Gretta (Kyle) Christensen of Los Alamos, NM and a daughter-Mrs. Ava (Kyle) Reece of Charleston, S.C. and two sons, Mr. Warren Kyle of Aurora, Ind. and Mr. John Kyle of Moores Hill, Ind. Two sisters, Mrs. Margaret, Peg, (Kyle) Zieber of Lawrenceburg, Ind. and Patricia Kyle of South Bend, Ind., One Brother, Mr. Bill Kyle of Aurora, Ind. Thirteen grandchildren and Two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Filter Funeral Home, 310 Fourth St., Aurora, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, April 13, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ludlow Hill Baptist Church at 11:00 AM Friday, April 14, 2006 , Pastor Murray Douglas officiating. Interment will be at Wrights Corner Cemetery in Manchester Twp., Ind.

Mrs. Mary Etta (Goodpaster) McClellan, age 72, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, March 27, 2006, at her residence in Dillsboro, Ind. Mrs. McClellan was employed by Seagrams. She was the daughter of the late Carl Goodpaster and the late Murial (Eaglin) Goodpaster. She is survived by her daughter-Ms. Tina (McClellan) Spaulding of Dillsboro, Ind. a son-Danny McClellan of Dillsboro, Ind. Two Sisters, Janet Oak of Dillsboro, Ind. and Kay Scott of Dillsboro, Ind. Three Brothers, Ronald Goodpaster of Dillsboro, Ind., Kenneth Goodpaster of Aurora, Ind., and Robert Goodpaster of Versailles and Three grandchildren . Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, March 30, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Friday, March 31, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Mr. Charles Lawrence Jameson, age 83, of Greenfield, Ind., died Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at Hancock Memorial Hospital in Greenfield, Ind. Mr. Jameson was employed by National Lead Co.. He was the son of the late Harry Jameson and is survived by his daughter-Mrs. Deborah (Jameson) Martin of Indianapolis, Ind. and one Sister, Willa Mae Russell of Aurora. Arrangements are being handled by Filter Funeral Home, 310 Fourth St., Aurora, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday, March 25, 2006. Funeral service will be at Filter Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 25, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind.

Susan (Strong) Watts, age 82, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, March 6, 2006, at Woodland Hills Care Center in Lawrenceburg, Ind. She was employed by the Dillsboro Manor and was a member of Dillsboro United Methodist Church. She was a member of United Methodist Women, the Dillsboro Senior Citizens, the American Legion Auxillary, and the Fifty Plus Club in Dillsboro. . She was the daughter of the late John Srtong and the late Dora (Short) Strong. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy (Watts) Ryan of Aurora, Ind. One Son,Michael Allen Watts of Dayton, Ohio and one grandchild and one great-grandchild . Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, March 8, 2006. Funeral service will be at Dillsboro United Methodist Church at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 9, 2006 , Pastor B. Ted Hamrick and Rev. Arnold Cutter officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Gilbert William John Nolte, age 91, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Saturday, March 4, 2006, at Waters of Dillsboro Manor in Dillsboro, Ind. Nolte was a farmer and was a member of St. John`s Lutheran Church, Farmers Retreat IN. He was also instrumental in the restoration of St. John`s one room school and museum. He was the former manager of the Southeastern Indiana Feeder Auction in Versailles. For 55 years he was the sexton and caretaker of the St. John`s Cemetery in Farmers Retreat. He served in the US Army during WW II. He was a former Dearborn County Councilman.. He was the son of the late John Nolte and the late Amelia (Miller) Nolte. He is also survived by his neice Elverda (Don) Kaiser and his neice Lorene Westmeier, and his great neice Teresa (Patrick) Martini. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, March 6, 2006. Funeral service will be at St. John`s Lutheran Church, Farmers Retreat IN at 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 7, 2006 , Rev. Richard L. Wilkie officiating. Interment will be at St. John`s Lutheran Cemetery in Farmers Retreat, Ind.

Laverna Gale Mc Clellan, age 73, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Friday, March 3, 2006, at home in Dillsboro, Ind. She was employed by Reliance Electric and was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Dillsboro IN. . She was the daughter of the late Irvin Cutter and the late Lena (Stevens) Cutter. She is survived by her Two daughters, Gayla (Mc Clellan) Scott of Dillsboro, Ind. and Tamelena Shelton of Dillsboro, Ind. Two Sisters, Loretta Libbert of Silver Springs, Fla. and Lois Kinnett of Aurora, Ind. and One Brother, John L. Cutter of Dillsboro, Ind. and five grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, March 5, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Monday, March 6, 2006 , Pastor Don Thomason and Rev. Arnold Cutter officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Harvey James Tharp, age 61, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Thursday, February 16, 2006, at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind. Tharp was employed by Stegner Foods and was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cincinnati. He was also a member and a long time leader of the Boy Scouts of America. .He was the son of the late Richard Tharp and the late Mazine (Chillas) Tharp. He is also survived by his wife LInda Tharp; Four Daughters, Denise B. Tharp of Cincinnati, Ohio , Tracy R. Tharp of Columbus, Ohio, Step-Daughter- Lisa Wolf of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Step Daughter-Tonia Mulligan of Cincinnati, Ohio, and One Son, Mr. Harvey J. Tharp, III of Cincinnati, Ohio Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday, February 21, 2006. Funeral service will be at St. Mary`s Church at 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 22, 2006 , Father Joe Robinson officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Ms. Mary Loretta Baxter, age 88, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Thursday, February 16, 2006, at Waters of Dillsboro Manor in Dillsboro, Ind. Ms. Baxter was employed by the US Post Office for over 50 years. During the last twenty years, from 1971 to 1995, she was the Postmaster of the Dillsboro Post Office. She was a member of Hogan Hill Baptist Church..and the 50 + Club. She was the daughter of the late Joseph Baxter and the late Eva (Lucas) Baxter. She is also survived by her two sister-in-laws and 18 nieces and nephews. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Sunday, February 19, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Monday, February 20, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Bertha Emma (Yentsch) Beetz, age 87, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Sunday, January 29, 2006, at St. Elizabeth South in Cross Plains, Ky. Beetz was a homemaker and was a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church. . She was the daughter of the late Henry Yentsch and the late Laura (Ullman) Yentsch. She is also survived by her Two Sons, Gregory H. Beetz of Dillsboro, Ind. and Charles P Beetz, Jr. of Erlanger, Ky. One Sister, Ida Barber of Big Sandy, Texas and ..Three grandchildren Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, January 31, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 1, 2006 , with Rev. Ron Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Evelyn Louise (Campbell) Siegel, age 84, of Greendale, Ind., died Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at Morgan County Medical Center in Martinsvilles, Ind. Siegel was employed by Seagrams as a Registered Nurse and retired in 1989. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Aurora. She was also a member of Lawrenceburg American Legion Post Auxillary Member . She was the daughter of the late George Campbell and the late Elizabeth (Fisk) Campbell. She is survived by her Daughter-Sue (Siegel) Ruddell of Martinsville, Ind. Four Sisters, Melba Campbell of Indianapolis, Ind., Mary Tobias of Deerfield Beach, Fla,. Peggy Sanford of West Chester, Ohio, and Rita Cunningham of Lawrenceburg, Ind. and Three grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Filter Funeral Home, 310 Fourth St., Aurora, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, January 27, 2006. Funeral service will be at Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 28, 2006 , Rev. Wayne Haun officiating. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind.

Mr. James F. Leek, Jr., age 74, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Tuesday, January 10, 2006, at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind. Mr. Leek was employed by the Gravel Quarry and was a member of First Baptist Church of Cheviot. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was the son of the late James Leek and the late Margaret (Feathercowl) Leek. He is also survived by Two daughters, Brenda Davis of Aurora, Ind. and step daughter-Kim Goodpaster of Aurora, Ind., Eight Sons, James ,Carroll Leek of Lawrenceburg, Ind. Greg C. Leek of Lawrenceburg, Ind., Darrin C. Leek of Lawrenceburg, Ind., Step Son-Michael Ryan of Cincinnati, Ohio, Step Son-James Ryan Middletown, Ohio, Step Son-Jerry Ryan of Manchester, Ind., Step Son-Steve Ryan of Aurora, Ind., and Step Son-Donald Ryan of Elrod, Ind. Two Sisters, Mary Cash of Lawrenceburg, Ind., and Evelyn Waldon of Lawrenceburg, Ind. Fifteen grandchildren and Seven great- grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, January 12, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Friday, January 13, 2006 , Pastor Larrie Waters offciating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.

Robert Gordon Elder, age 89, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Monday, January 9, 2006, at Waters of Ross Manor in Dillsboro, Ind. Elder was employed by the Telephone Company. He was a member of theHopewell Masonic Lodge number 80 for fifty years. He was also a past member of the American Legion Post. number 292. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He was the son of the late William Elder and the late Maude (Holbert) Elder. He is also survived by his wife Evelyn Elder; One Daughter, Victoria Elder of Atlanta, Ga. Two Sons, Dennis Elder of Aurora, Ind. and Richard Elder of Cincinnati, Ohio, Two Sisters, Elsie Widing of Jupiter, Fla. and Mary Opal Scott of Dillsboro, Ind. Four Brothers, Marvey Elder of Greenmsburg, Ind., Bill Elder of Rising Sun, Ind., Vernon Elder of Dillsboro, Ind., and Larry Elder of Dillsboro, Ind. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, January 13, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 14, 2006 , Rev. Arnold Cutter officiating. Interment will be at Olive Branch Cemetery in Bear Branch, Ind.

Melba Jean "Bobbie" Myers, age 80, of Aurora, Ind., died Thursday, January 5, 2006, at Shady Nook Care Center in Lawrenceburg, Ind. She was a homemaker and was a member of Aurora United Methodist. . She was the daughter of the late Harry Trester and the late Wilma (Caseldine) Trester. She is survived by her husband Robert F Myers; Two Daughters,Martha Block of Greendale, Ind. and Diane Goodwin of Greendale, Ind. Four grandchildren and Three great-grandchildren . Arrangements are being handled by Filter Funeral Home, 310 Fourth St. Aurora, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Sunday, January 8, 2006. Funeral service will be at Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Monday, January 9, 2006 , Pastor Damon Soper officiating. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery in Aurora, Ind.

Charles Ray Snelling, age 77, of Dillsboro, Ind., died Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at Dearborn Co. Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Ind. He was employed by US Post Office. He was the son of the late Otto Snelling and the late Carrie (Harrington) Snelling.He is also survived by his two Sons, Charles A. Elliott and Lowell F. Coleman ; Two Sisters, Marjorie Oakley of Dillsboro, Ind., and Francis Rodgers; One Brother, Eugene Snelling. Seven grandchildren and several great- grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by Ulrich Filter Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Dillsboro, Ind., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, January 6, 2006. Funeral service will be at Ulrich Filter Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 7, 2006 , Pastor Tom Fehrman officiating. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Dillsboro, Ind.