All Obituaries

Robert Lee Upton, 78, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Thursday June 4, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born March 21, 1942 in Dearborn County, IN, son of the late John Upton and Evelyn (Lipscomb) Chapin.  Robert worked in the salvage industry with over 20 years of service.   He served his country as a member of the United States Army, and was a member of Aurora American Legion. Robert loved to fish, read and watch Western movies.  He  loved his little chihuahua,...

Leonard J. "Inky" Jackson, 50, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Monday June 1, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born March 6, 1970 in Cincinnati, OH., son of the late Elizabeth (Vic) Williams. Leonard worked as a Receiving Manager for Gardens Alive, with over 10 years of service.   He loved to cook and grill.  He enjoyed fishing and his work, and a good cold beer after work.  Leonard had many friends at Gardens Alive.  He loved his dogs, Jakota and Jade. ...

Anna Mae Craft, age 92, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away on May 28, 2020. She was born April 2, 1928 in Lawrenceburg, IN, daughter of the late Ivan and Leona (Bidner) Vaughn. Anna had various jobs, from driving a school bus to owning her own restaurant.  She married Orville L. Craft on March 12, 1949. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, in Manchester, Indiana.  Anna enjoyed bingo, and reading, and she absolutely loved spoiling her grandchildren.   Anna is...

John Paul Frantz, 74, passed away Monday May 25, 2020 at his home in Burlington, Kentucky. He was born September 15, 1945 in Fort Wayne, IN, son of the late Darrel Frantz and Vivian (Swartz) Frantz.  John spent his childhood in Sidney, Indiana.  He graduated Purdue University, and worked for General Foods and Burger Chef.  Embracing the life of an entrepreneur, John was owner/operator of the Health Care S.E., for 21 years.  In addition, he was owner/operator of Hobby...

James Edward "Jim" Smith, 75, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Saturday May 16, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born August 10, 1944 in New Castle, IN, son of Gemma (Moles) Smith and the late Edward M. Smith.  Jim worked in construction for over 50 years, he was the owner/operator for Smith Builders.   He was a member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and Trustee. Jim loved nature and loved to be outdoors.  He enjoyed gardening.  Jim...

Victor Herbert Farrell Sr., 88, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He was born February 18, 1932 in Vevay, IN,  son of the late Paul Farrell and Martha (Williamson) Farrell.    Victor worked as a truck driver, retiring after over 30 years.  He was a long time member of Holmes Hill Church of Christ. Victor loved anything outdoors.  He enjoyed, camping, boating, RVing, and fishing.  His greatest joy was teaching the...

Dale L. Schuette, age 87, took the hand of the Lord and entered eternity on Friday, May 15, 2020, surrounded by his family.  Dale was born on December 15, 1932 to Edwin Schuette and Irma (Linkmeyer) Schuette in Milan, Indiana. Dale grew up and worked in the family business, Schuette's General Store, in Farmers Retreat, Indiana. He attended St. John's Lutheran School in Farmers Retreat, through the 8th grade and graduated from Dillsboro High School in 1951. After working...

Betty J. Lambert, 88, of Lawrenceburg, Indiana, passed away Thursday May 14, 2020 in Milan, Indiana. She was born July 25, 1931 in Osgood, IN, daughter of the late Dallie Kelley and Adeline (Purcell) Kelley.   She was a member of the Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church, the American Legion Auxiliary Versailles and the Aurora Eagles. Betty was an avid reader.  She loved her cats, especially Lucy.  Betty loved her family, and she always enjoyed watching them play...

Robert Edward "Bob" Powell, 59, of Guilford, Indiana, passed away Wednesday May 13, 2020 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He was born June 4, 1960 in Birmingham, Alabama, son of the late Kenneth Powell Sr.and Margaret (Archer) Powell. Bob worked as an Electrician, retiring after over 25 years of service.   Bob enjoyed golfing, fishing and gardening.  He loved his dogs, Sadie & Daisy. Robert is survived by his loving spouse of 27 years, Karen (Tice) Powell, sons, Robert...

Vickie L. Bishop, 68, of Versailles, Indiana, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020, in Versailles, Indiana. She was born April 12, 1952 in Batesville, IN, daughter of the late Charles Kenneth Gullion and Ruby (Johnson) Gullion. Vickie worked as a nurses aid for Three Rivers, Shady Nook and Silver Bell.   She attended the Church of Christ in Madison and North Vernon, Indiana. Vickie enjoyed dancing, listening to music and playing games on her phone.  In her younger years she loved to...