Obituary for Shirley Ann Frasur

SHIRLEY ANN FRASUR

Shirley Ann Frasur, 83, of Liberty, died Thursday, December 8, 2022, at her residence following a brief illness.

Shirley was a native and lifelong resident of Liberty, born April 24, 1939, the fifth of eight children born to Joseph and Eleanor Schneider Frasur. She was a 1957 graduate of Short High School in Liberty.

Shirley was a member of the Church of Christ, Liberty and had been employed at the Connersville Credit Bureau for many years.

Shirley enjoyed bowling, traveling, and scratch off tickets.

Shirley is survived by her brother, Richard Frasur of Liberty; a sister, Patricia Frasur Sizemore of Connersville; nieces and nephews; great nieces and great nephews; great-great nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Lois Frasur; and many many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Eugene, Robert, Joe Eddie, and Chuck Frasur; her sister, Mary R. Snyder; brother-in-law, Keith Snyder; and sister-in-law, Margie Frasur.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Southview and Reid Hospice, Tonya and Courtney for the care and support given to Shirley and her family.

Following Shirley’s wishes cremation has been chosen. Everyone is invited to a graveside service at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at West Point Cemetery in Liberty. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity, Union County Cancer Fund, or Eleanor Frasur Fund at the Union County Foundation benefiting the West Point Cemetery.

Online Condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

Obituary for Kathleen Marie (Volgelsang) Jenner

KATHLEEN MARIE (VOLGELSANG) JENNER

On Tuesday, January 3, 2023, Kathy (Vogelsang) Jenner, loving mother and grandmother, passed away at the age 70.

Kathy was born on February 29, 1952, in Batesville, to Charles and Dorothy (Zimmer) Vogelsang. On January 30, 1971, she married Wayne Jenner. They raised two sons, Neil and Evan in their hometown of Sunman.

Being a Leap Year baby, Kathy was quick to point out that she was still a “teenager” in her later years and very young at heart. Her favorite past time was shopping at yard sales and attending the occasional auction. This is where she developed her skill of negotiation and bargain hunting as well as her entrepreneurial spirit which she carried through several career paths. She began in the insurance industry from the early 70s up through the mid 90s, she co-founded a vending business with her son Evan and had a successful career in the local real estate market the past few years. Kathy was the family’s in- house travel agent always planning for the next family trip and developing itineraries to ensure her family was able to make fond memories of each adventure. In the event one’s memory may not be as good she was also the family photographer and story book writer in the family photo albums to help provide context to the pictures. In addition, Kathy enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren and had a way of making each one feel loved and special. When it came to the holidays, Christmas was her number one priority. Her decorating would rival that of any department store or Hallmark Christmas movie. Thankfully, Kathy was fortunate enough to enjoy this special time with her loved ones one last time before she was called to heaven.

Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Charles, and her mother, Dorothy. She is survived by her children, Neil (Angela) Jenner and Evan (Leanne) Jenner, her brother Tom Vogelsang, six grandchildren Hailey, Brody, Zachary, Charles, Annalyn, Henry and former husbands Wayne (Janet) Jenner and Ray Duty.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church Hubbell’s Corner from 11 am to 1 pm with funeral services to follow at 1 p.m. with Pastor Rob Cooley officiating.

Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Sunman Food Pantry could be offered in Kathy’s name. To send condolences or sign the online guest book go to, www.cookrosenberger.com. The Staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home was honored to assist Kathleen’s Family with the arrangements.

Obituary for Thomas “Tom” Charles Volkening

THOMAS “TOM” CHARLES VOLKENING

Thomas “Tom” Charles Volkening, age 72, of Eagle, Michigan died Friday, December 9, 2022, at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, following a brief illness.    

Born March 11, 1950, in Port Huron, Michigan he was the son of the late Burt Austin and Carol Louise (Pepper) Volkening.

Tom Volkening graduated in 1968 from Marysville High School in Michigan, received his B.A degree from Oakland University in 1972, and his M.L.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1976. He joined the Michigan State University Libraries in 1984, as the Engineering Librarian after serving seven years as a librarian at the University of Detroit.

Tom recently retired in July of this year, having been a Librarian at Michigan State University School of Engineering for many years. He was the 2020 recipient of the MSU Libraries Career Achievement Award and the 2021 recipient of the Homer I. Bernhardt Award from the American Society for Engineering Education-Engineering Libraries Division. He was a member of the American Library Association, Association of College and Research Libraries, Special Libraries Association, Michigan Academic Library Association, and the American Society for Engineering Education – Engineering Libraries Division.  In addition, he was a member of the American Horticultural Society and the Seed Savers Exchange (heirloom seeds).

In his leisure time, he enjoyed family and friends as well as gardening, baking, photography and travelling.

 Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Jane (David) Chesham of Chicago as well as cousins:  Anne Fetrow, Doug (Sharon) Pepper , Greg (Colleen) Pepper, Susan (Don) Freeman, Joan Pepper (Brian Averette), David (Missy) Pepper and nephews Richard Volkening II, Richard (Dawn) Stone and niece Michelle Volkening.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Richard (Susan) Volkening and uncle Richard “Dick” (Jean) Pepper.

Family and friends may visit from 1 to 3 p.m. at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville, funeral service will follow the visitation.

Greg Pepper will officiate the Funeral Services on Saturday, January 7, 2023, 3 p.m. at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Brookville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the MSU Department of Horticulture (https://www.canr.msu.edu/hrt/giving), the Seed Savers Exchange (https://www.seedsavers.org/donate) and the Ten Pound Fiddle (https://www.tenpoundfiddle.org/),

The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Volkening/Pepper Family. To sign the online guest book visit  www.phillipsandmeyers.com. Personal condolences to the family may be sent to Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, P. O. Box 203, Brookville, IN  47012-0203.

Obituary for Edgar Fish Jr. (complete)

EDGAR FISH JR.

Edgar Fish Jr., age 94, of Harrison, Ohio and formerly of Brookville, died Monday, January 2, 2023, at Mercy West Hospital in Cincinnati.    

Born July 30, 1928, in Lexington, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Edgar Sr. and Mollie (Dulaney) Fish. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict, having served with the 3RD Armored Division, Company B, 761ST Tank Battalion. On September 13, 1957, he and the former Juanita Jean Duncan were united in marriage, and she preceded him in death on October 11, 2007. 

He was retired, having been employed for more than 44 years with Cincinnati Gas & Electric.   

Survivors include three sons, Micheal (Deborah) Fish of The Villages, Florida, Steven Fish of West Harrison, and Douglas (Brenda) Fish of Sunman; a sister, Joyce Zinser of Cincinnati, Ohio; four grandchildren, Megan Fish, Brian Fish, Gregory Fish, and Sara Fish.

In addition to his parents, and wife Juanita, he was preceded in death by a son, Gregory L. Fish who died November 4, 2006; a grandson, Michael James Fish, a sister, Ruth Delph, as well as a daughter-in-law, Donna Fish.

Family and friends may visit from 9 until 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Darrell Ingle will officiate the Funeral Services, which will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville, with burial following in Maple Grove Cemetery in Brookville.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.  The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Fish family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences to the family please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.

High-speed chase ends in arrest of Rush County man on arrest warrant

By John Estridge from court documents filed by Franklin County Sheriff Department and the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office

After a high-speed car chase through much of the western part of the county, a fugitive from Rush County was caught near Laurel on Vanetta (Rabbit) Hollow Road Saturday night, Dec. 31, 2022.

According to documents initiated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department and the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office, Jamison D. Hunter, 25, Manilla, was eventually charged with Auto Theft and Resisting Arrest, both as Level 6 Felonies; a second count of Resisting Arrest, as a class A misdemeanor; and Reckless Driving, as a class C misdemeanor.

Hunter had an outstanding warrant from the Rush County Circuit Court for his arrest for Probation and Parole violations, which had been filed Dec. 9, 2022, concerning a felony case in Rush County.

According to an Investigative Narrative filed by FCSD Deputy Dustin Hill, several police officers gathered near a residence around Buena Vista to serve the arrest warrant on Hunter. As the officers approached the property, a red passenger car with a body style like a PT Cruiser and having a loud exhaust left the premises, turning left on Longbranch Road and heading toward Stipps Hill Road.

Deputies Hill and Dylan Enzinger were in Hill’s police vehicle sitting on a private driveway off Stipps Hill Road. They witnessed the vehicle in question disregarding a stop sign at the intersection of Longbranch and Stipps Hill roads and then turn eastbound (toward U.S. 52) on Stipps Hill Road

When Hill tried to make a traffic stop, the vehicle in question sped away. Hill’s in-car video and his audio recording system were activated. He said the roads taken during the pursuit were wet.

Hill said his vehicle was near 100 mph on Stipps Hill Road in pursuit and was not gaining on the vehicle he was chasing. The person driving the vehicle turned westbound on U.S. 52, again disregarding the stop sign, and then reached speeds up to 90 mph on Jackson Hill and farther west on the curvy, hilly highway.

According to Hill, the vehicle being chased went left of center several times and there was traffic in the eastbound lane during the chase. From U.S. 52, the chase went left on Chapel Road where speeds reached in excess of 70 mph. From Chapel Road, the chase went onto Bulltown Road where the speed went in excess of 80 mph.

During the chase, Enzinger was able to see the license plate information and it was discovered the vehicle belonged to a male from Laurel.

As the chase progressed, heading once again for U.S. 52, FCSD Deputy Kyle Hartman attempted to use Stop Sticks at the intersection of Bulltown Road and U.S. 52. However, the vehicle’s driver swerved off the road to the right to avoid the Stop Sticks. Another stop sign was blown, according to Hill, as the chase went east on U.S. 52. The speed on the highway was in excess of 80 mph.

From U.S. 52, the vehicle then went eastbound on Old U.S. 52 at Lakeview. Speed on that road was in excess of 70 mph.

The vehicle then went left (north) onto Vanetta (Rabbit) Hollow Road. While on Vanetta Hollow Road, Hill believes the combination of road conditions and speed caused the vehicle’s driver to lose control, causing the vehicle to travel off the left side of the road into a gravel parking lot. Hill pulled into the parking lot and collided with the vehicle’s passenger side. Somehow the vehicle kept going and went back onto Vanetta Hollow Road. This caused Laurel Police Officer Roger Reams’ vehicle to collide with the vehicle being chased on the right rear quarter panel. Spinning 180 degrees, the vehicle being chased went over an embankment on the road’s east side.

All the officers approached the vehicle and the driver was ordered out of the vehicle. Hill recognized the driver as Hunter. Hill said Hunter was taken to the ground for officer safety and to make sure Hunter was not carrying any weapons. During this time span, Hill said Hunter continued resisting arrest as he kicked at the officers.

EMS personnel were called to the scene to examine Hunter for any injuries and to treat Reams’ hand which was cut as he reached into the vehicle containing Hunter.

Indiana State Police were called to the scene to investigate the accident, and Ron Jolliff Towing was asked to tow the car which held Hunter and Reams’ police car.

EMS transported Hunter to Margaret Mary Hospital in Batesville to see if Hunter was well enough to be incarcerated. Hunter was accompanied to the hospital by FCSD Deputies Tyler Ford and Chris Maxie.

While the others were still at the accident scene, Hill was told by Franklin County Communications the Laurel resident who owns the vehicle had just reported it stolen by his cousin, who he identified as Hunter.

After medical personnel cleared Hunter for incarceration, Hunter was transported to Franklin County Security Center, and Rush County authorities were notified.

In the Rush County case where the warrant was issued, Hunter pleaded guilty to Criminal Recklessness with a Deadly Weapon, as a Level 6 Felony and Reckless Driving, as a misdemeanor. Charges of Criminal Confinement in a Vehicle, as a Level 5 Felony; and Resisting Arrest Using a Vehicle, as a Level 6 felony, were dismissed.

If convicted of the Franklin County charges, Hunter could receive six months to 2.5 years in the Franklin County Security Center on each Level 6 Felony charge. Hill said he was assisted in this situation by the beforementioned Franklin County deputies and Laurel Police Officer Reams as well as Conservation Officers Michael Long, Travis Wooley and Chris Southerland

Obituary for Rhonda Lynn Abshear

RHONDA LYNN ABSHEAR

Rhonda L. Abshear, age 62, of Metamora, died unexpectedly, Saturday, December 31, 2022, at her residence in Metamora.      

Born October 11, 1960, in Hamilton, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Coolie and Patricia (Shelton) Calihan. On August 10, 1984, she was united in marriage to Richard A. Abshear, and he survives.

She was a member of the Buena Southern Missionary Baptist Church.  Her greatest joys in life were her children and grandchildren, and she loved spending time with them. She also enjoyed flowers and gardening, fishing, and mushroom hunting.

Besides Richard her husband of more than 38 years, survivors include four children, Kelly Abshear, Harold ‘Gus’ Cockefair, Randall Cockefair, Richard C. Abshear; five grandchildren, Rylan Cockefair, Molly Abshear, Tinley Cockefair, Kylin Abshear, Ricky Abshear; six sisters, Tammie (Howard) May, Donna Hildebrand, Kathy Cone, Angie (Kevin) Westerfeld, Jenny (Ronnie Jr.) Jolliff and Beth (Jeff) Eley; as well as many aunts, uncles, family and friends.

Family and friends may visit from 9 until 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 5, 2022, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Rev. Rob Edwards, pastor of Buena Southern Missionary Baptist Church, will officiate the Funeral Services on Thursday, January 5, 2022, 11 a.m., at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville. Burial will follow in Peppertown Cemetery in Peppertown.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Abshear family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences to the family please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.

Obituary for Daryl Stephen Hokey

DARYL STEPHEN HOKEY

Daryl Stephen Hokey, 57 of Liberty passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022. He was born on February 28, 1965 in Batesville to Reverend Forest Hokey Sr. and Dorothy Reed Hokey.

Daryl grew up attending Pentecostal churches and was affiliated with Full Gospel Holiness Church in Connersville.

On May 28, 1988, he married Jamie Squires in Geneva, Florida.

Daryl was known as the Wheel Man. He owned and operated his own business called Wheel Specialist where he repaired wheels for many vehicles and dealerships in the surrounding counties and states.

You could often find Daryl fishing or mushroom hunting, but when it was time for food, he was headed home to enjoy his wife’s cooking he loved to eat. Most importantly, he cherished the time spent with his family; he was a true family man and would do anything for them.

Along with his wife Jamie of 34 years, he is survived by his daughter, Taylor McClure; a granddaughter, Kora Belle McClure; brothers, Mark Hokey, Jeff Hokey and Eric Hokey; sisters, Cheryl (Dan) McQueen, Vickie Dawson, Jennifer (Kevin) McNealy, Rebecca (Garry) Land and Tammy (Tim) Welch; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Daryl was preceded in death by his father and mother, Reverend Forest Hokey Sr. and Dorothy Hokey, brothers, Forest “Frosty” Hokey Jr., Brian Hokey, Curt Hokey, William and Thomas Hokey; and an infant sister, Katherine Hokey; and his mother and father in law, Bobby Jeanne and D.C. Francis Squires.

Visitation for Daryl will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 11 am until 1 pm at Urban Winkler Liberty Funeral Home, 310 N. Main St., Liberty, Indiana 47353. The funeral service will begin at 1 pm with Pastor Jeff Hensley of Full Gospel Holiness officiating. Burial will follow in Cupps Chapel Cemetery.

To sign the online guestbook or to leave the family with a personal message visit www.urbanwinklerfuneralhome.com.

Obituary for Dorothy Purkey nee Kunkel

DOROTHY PURKEY NEE KUNKEL

Dorothy Purkey, nee Kunkel, 90, of Camino, California died peacefully at home, Sunday, November 6, 2022, surrounded by family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

Dorothy was born in Klemme’s Corner, on June 12, 1932, to Ohmer and Verena Schwegman Kunkel. Dorothy married Edward Purkey on October 17, 1953, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. After being an Air Force wife for eight years, Dorothy and her family moved to Southern California where she would help her husband run a car business. Later, they settled in Camino, in a home she would lovingly call “The Farm.” In town, Dorothy and Edward opened a video store, which they maintained until their retirement. Dorothy loved to play tennis and enjoyed being outside where she was often found fishing, or mowing grass. She had a beautiful smile, and a warm laugh that could brighten any room. She was an avid card player who was always ready to play a game. She loved to travel and made a number of road trips all across the country. Later in life, Dorothy’s main hobby became watching Patrick Mahomes, of the Kansas City Chiefs play football. He was her favorite, and she would never miss a game.

Perhaps, more than anything, Dorothy loved spending time with her family, particularly on her farm. Nothing would brighten her day quite like a surprise visit from those she loved.

In addition to her husband of more than 69 years, Dorothy is survived by two children: Melinda George and David Purkey; four grandchildren: Matthew George, Rebecca George Dolcini, Nicole Purkey Gocke, and Christopher Purkey; eight great-grandchildren; Abbigayle George, Olivia Dolcini, Charlotte Dolcini, Emma Gocke, Easton Gocke, Colt Gocke, Presley Purkey, and Caden Purkey; three brothers: Orville Kunkel, Virgil Kunkel, and Ohmer Kunkel Jr.; two sisters: Jean Drewes, and  Florence Lunsford; and many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Annette Kuntz, and brother, Lester Kunkel.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Father Vince Lampert officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church or to the St. Peter’s Cemetery Fund.

For more information, send condolences, or sign the online guest book, please go to, www.cookrosenberger.com. Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home assisted with the arrangements and is honored to care for Dorothy’s family.  

Obituary for Randy Cox

RANDY COX

Randy Cox, of Brookville, was born on February 8, 1951, in Connersville, a son to Albert and Mary Lou McMillan Cox. He married Rebecca Moore on August 29, 1970, in Metamora and together they raised one son. Randy worked for and retired from Hillenbrand in Batesville. He loved mowing his own lawn, so he started a lawncare business in Brookville, working in yards and mowing until his health no longer allowed. Randy also enjoyed reading, riding his scooter, taking drives and was a huge Reds fan. On Friday, December 30, 2022, at the age of 71, he passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati.

Those surviving who will cherish Randy’s memory include his loving wife of over 52 years, Rebecca Cox and son, Scott Cox. Also surviving are his brother and sister-in-law, Rick and Wanda Cox of Batesville and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ronald Cox.

Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, January 4, 2022, from 4 until 7 p.m. at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, 929 Main Street, Brookville. Pastor Wayne Ison will officiate the funeral service on Thursday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home and burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be directed to Good Samaritan Hospital and can be brought to the funeral home or mailed to the Good Samaritan Foundation, 375 Dixmyth Ave., Cincinnati OH 45220, or submitted online at trihealth.com. To sign the online guestbook or to leave a personal condolence, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to care for the family of Randy Cox.