All Obituaries

Gregory Allen Cantwell, 57, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2019 in Houston, Texas. He was born September 22, 1961 in Frankfort, Germany, son of Franklin C. Cantwell and the late Christina "Teany" (Sellers) Cantwell. During his high school years, Greg and his dad Frank owned and operated Schwanholt Service Station and Wrecker Service for several years. He then worked for Fernald Uranium Plant for 23 years. Greg then went on to work in wind and solar...

Barbara Marie Richards, 52, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Thursday January 10, 2019 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. She was born January 3, 1967 in Lawrenceburg, IN, daughter of the late Joseph Jackson and Marlene (Lynch) Jackson. Barbara loved to be on the computer, especially playing games, mainly Poker.   She enjoyed watching crime shows and drinking coffee.  She loved her cats, Sweetie and Rick.  Barbara enjoyed time with her family and she will be greatly missed by...

Mr. George Luther Smith Jr. passed away at 9:39 am, Sunday, January 6th, 2019, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis after spending 8 days there with his family by his side. George, age 85, of Aurora, Indiana, entered this life on February 23, 1933, in Rising Sun, Indiana. He was the son of the late George Luther and Jennie Louella (Liggett) McPherson Smith. He was raised in Rising Sun, Indiana, and was a 1951 graduate of Rising Sun High School.  He was united in marriage on...

Karen Kay Huffner Rodgers, 68, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Saturday January 5, 2019 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. She was born December 8, 1950 in Rising Sun, Indiana,  daughter of the late Lawrence Huffner and Jo Ann (Mathews) Huffner. Karen was a dedicated nurse for over 30 years and showed a true compassionate and giving spirit in the care that she gave her patients and coworkers.  Karen was a very supportive wife ,mom, grandma and nana.  Her caring and fun side showed up...

Eugene "Gene" Houze 70, of Aurora, Indiana,  passed away Friday January 4, 2019 in Aurora, Indiana. He was born March 21, 1948 in Aurora, IN, son of the late Cecil Houze and Rowena (Riley) Houze  He served his country as a member of the United States Army during Vietnam. He worked at Schenley Distillery for 21 years and then worked for Kroger.   He was a former member of Lawrenceburg Eagles.  Gene loved to hunt, fish, play cards, and Corn Hole.  He was a...

Robert L Martin, aka Bob Shannon, from WSCH radio, 70, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away on New Year's Day at his Hogan Township home following a battle against lung cancer. He was born December 21, 1948 in Bellview, KY, son of the late James Martin and Mildred (Deitz) Martin.  Bob served in the United States Army in 1969 and 1970, during the Vietnam War, earning a combat infantryman badge for his service. Bob had a 44 year career in local radio, most of which was with Eagle...

Maxine Rae "Max" Hunter 80, of Aurora, Indiana, formerly of Greendale, IN, passed away Sunday December 30, 2018 in Aurora, Indiana. She was born August 6, 1938 in Aurora, Indiana, daughter of the late Ralph Jackson and Margaret (Turner) Jackson  She worked as a Cashier for Kroger, retiring after over 25 years of service. Maxine enjoyed working with and meeting people in all her 25 years.  She was a member of Dearborn Baptist Church and former member of the Aurora Eagles...

Wyvonia "Bonnie"  Carson, 83, of Lawrenceburg, Indiana,  passed away Sunday December 30, 2018 in Amelia, OH. She was born April 5, 1935 in Pineville, KY,  daughter of the late Neally Warren and Effie (Bain) Warren.   Bonnie worked as a LPN for several nursing homes in the area.  She enjoyed sewing and being outdoors.  Her faith was important to her.  She was a very generous women and loved to spend time with the family, especially the...

Geneva "Jo" Lester 88, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Tuesday December 25, 2018 in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.  She was born February 22, 1930 in Corbin, KY, of the late Vernon Ingle and Rachel (Combs) Ingle.    Jo attended the First Baptist Church of Aurora. She enjoyed flower gardening, vegetable gardening, and canning in her youth.  Jo also enjoyed quilting and embroidery.  She often took in, and cared for stray animals.  Jo is survived by son,...

Robin Wm. "Rob" Allen, 65, of Aurora, Indiana, passed away Monday December 24, 2018 in Aurora, Indiana. He was born October 20, 1953 in Dearborn County, IN, son of the late Herman Allen and Ethel (Hinman) Allen. He was an owner/operator at Don's Wrecker Service.   He was a member of Hogan Township Fire Company, and a former member of the Aurora Eagles. Rob enjoyed racing cars and watching tractor pulls. Robin is survived by his loving spouse Brenda (VanTyle) Allen and son,...