William E. “Bill” Hensley, 79, of Connersville, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Caroleton Manor. He was born on December 15, 1941, in Connersville, and is the son of the late Frank Hensley Sr. and Geneva Kern Hensley. He married Diane Larson on July 14, 1989, in Connersville.
Bill had worked at D&M for 28 years. He enjoyed going fishing, working in his garden, and collecting coins.
He is survived by two daughters, Nicole (Travis) Drew, of Pendleton, and Tonya Chaney, of Richmond; a sister, Erma Hawthorne, of Charlestown; a brother-in-law, Jerry Larson; four grandchildren, Shelby Drew, Whitney (Caleb) Jenkins, Joseph Chaney, and Samuel Chaney, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
Visitation for Bill will be held on Thursday, July 1, 2021, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, Connersville. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. on Thursday, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Dale Cemetery.
Elbert Dixon, 72, of Connersville, passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021, at Majestic Care of Connersville. He was born on March 23, 1949, in McKee, Kentucky, and is the son of the late Merle Bud Dixon and Alice Rachel McKinny Dixon.
Elbert was known as a jack of all trades and was very successful in the construction industry. He would help out anyone if he could.
Elbert is survived by two daughters, Mindy (David) Rowland and Angela Dixon; three sons, Shannon Dixon, Chad Dixon, and Christopher Dixon; four brothers, Riley (Juanita) Dixon, Earl (Brenda) Dixon, Lonnie (Hettie) Dixon, and Steve Taylor; six sisters, Vergie Sorrel, Dodie Reeves, Kathy Dixon, Myrt Dixon, Christy Russell Hoff, and Debbie Rose, along with nine grandchildren, including Shelby, Mason, and Bryson, who he was especially close with.
Besides his parents, Elbert was preceded in death by three sisters, Beulah, Bonnie, and Hazel; and five brothers, Jim Dixon, Bill Dixon, Bob Dixon, his twin, Elmer Dixon, and Gary Taylor.
Visitation for Elbert will be held on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, Connersville. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m., at the funeral home, with Kay Isaacs officiating. Burial will follow in Laurel North Cemetery.
Mary Lou Steiner, age 76, of Brookville, died Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Brookville Healthcare Center in Brookville.
Born October 15, 1944, in Cedar Grove, she was the daughter of the late John L. and Wilhelmina (Reuss) Steiner. She worked for many years at Northwestern Mutual Insurance Company, and later became a teller at the former Peoples Trust Co/Mainsource Bank in Brookville.
Survivors include six brothers, Henry (Mary) Steiner, Ed Joe (Linda) Steiner, Fred (Lisa) Steiner, Patrick (Mary) Steiner, Ronald (Karen) Steiner, Albert (Melissa) Steiner; two sisters-in-law, Dena Steiner and Sharon Steiner; as well as many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers John L. Steiner IV, and William F. Steiner.
Family and friends may visit from 9 until 11 a.m. on Friday, July 2, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.
Rev. Bill Farris will officiate the Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, July 2, 2021, 11:30 a.m., at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 145 East St. Michaels Blvd., Brookville. Burial will then follow in St. Michaels Catholic Cemetery in Brookville.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Michael Capital Campaign. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home are honored to once again serve the Steiner family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .
The Indiana Department of Transportation will close a bridge on Indiana 101 for construction near Liberty.
The bridge is about four miles south of US 27 and Ind. 101 intersection in Liberty. SR 101 will be closed in both directions between Scratch Gravel Rd and W 725 N. It is scheduled to close on Monday, July 5. The bridge is scheduled to reopen at the beginning of September.
Crews will be building new approaches to the bridge, giving it a new deck overlay and will be doing work under the bridge as well as new guard rail.
During the full closure, thru traffic will be sent on the detour routes. Local traffic will be allowed to access homes inside the closure.
Detours
During construction, traffic will be rerouted on a detour route. If traffic is coming from the North, they can take SR 44 WB to SR 1 SB back to SR 101.
If traffic is coming from the South, they can take SR 1 NB to SR 44 EB back to SR 101.
DNR biologists have confirmed a black bear sighting that occurred in northeast Vanderburgh County before sunrise this morning. The closest town to the location is Elberfeld, in Warrick County.
Biologists confirmed the bear from photos taken by the landowner.
“This is Indiana’s fourth confirmed black bear,” said Brad Westrich, DNR mammalogist. “With expanding bear populations in neighboring states, this is expected.
“Human-bear conflicts can be avoided if you remove or secure potential food sources from your yard. Bears can smell food from more than a mile away.”
Black bears are rarely aggressive toward humans.
If you see a black bear:
Do not feed it.
Observe it from a distance.
Do not climb a tree.
Advertise your presence by shouting and waving your arms and backing slowly away.
Provided by the Franklin Circuit Court Clerk’s Office
Civil Court
Default Judgment
Discover Bank vs. Brad R. Buckler and Pam Buckler for the plaintiff in the amount of $3,794.26, which shall accrue interest at the statutory rate of 8 percent per annum plus $185 costs.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC vs. Matthew Kirk for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,480.93 plus costs.
U.S. Bank National Association vs. Jennifer L. Swigart for the plaintiff in the amount of $10,441.93.
Goldman Sachs Bank USA vs. Katrina Widau for the plaintiff in the amount of $20,363.37.
Mariner Finance, LLC vs. William Borne for the plaintiff in the amount of $9,608.39 plus costs and service fees in the sum of $185 and post-judgment interest at 8 percent.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC vs. Edward K. Rains for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,190.64 plus costs.
Midland Credit Management, Inc. vs. Michael Wolfe for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,013.05 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and post-judgment costs of collection plus costs of $185 for a total due of $2,198.05.
Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. vs. Edward B. Herman for the plaintiff in the amount of $6,173.38 plus costs.
Agreed Judgment
American Express National Bank vs. Karin Tibbetts for the plaintiff in the amount of $11,600.61 plus costs.
Judgment
ADLP Investments LLC Series 3, successor in interest to Alford Motors, Inc. vs. Michael Lamb for the plaintiff in the amount of $4,798.29 with interest at the statutory rate per annum from the date of judgment plus $157 costs.
Cavalry SPV I, LLC vs. Lagena G. Allen for the plaintiff in the amount of $3,979.01 plus judgment interest hereafter at the rate of 8 percent per year and costs.
Divorces
Bradley Richardson and Khiree Richardson petition for dissolution of marriage granted.
Sara Elizabeth Bulmer and Justin Carl Bulmer dissolution of marriage granted and petitioner’s previous name of Sara Elizabeth Stern was restored to her.
Small Claims
Agreed Judgment
Finance System of Richmond, Inc. vs. Charlotte Pearson for the plaintiff in the amount of $5,221.94 plus pre-judgment interest and sheriff’s service fees.
Default Judgment
Finance System of Richmond, Inc. vs. Christy M. Schlenk for the plaintiff in the amount of $4,039.27 plus post-judgment interest and sheriff’s service fees.
The Indiana DNR has received reports of sick and dying songbirds from 15 counties statewide. As the investigation continues, the DNR recommends all Hoosiers remove their birdfeeders statewide.
The 15 counties are Clark, Delaware, Hamilton, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, LaGrange, Lake, Marion, Monroe, Newton, St. Joseph, Union, Washington, and Whitley.
DNR is working with the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (IN ADDL) and the USGS National Wildlife Health Center to determine the birds’ cause of death.
The affected songbirds showed neurological signs of illness as well as eye swelling and crusty discharge.
Several samples have been sent to IN ADDL. All bird samples submitted have tested negative for avian influenza and West Nile virus. Final laboratory diagnostic results are pending.
The following steps are recommended statewide:
• Use the DNR sick/dead wildlife reporting tool at on.IN.gov/sickwildlife to alert DNR staff. • Stop feeding birds until the mortality event has concluded. • Clean feeders and baths with a 10% bleach solution. • Avoid handling birds. If you need to handle birds, wear disposable gloves. • When removing dead birds, wear disposable gloves and place birds and gloves in a sealable plastic bag to dispose with household trash. • Keep pets away from sick or dead birds as a precaution. Additional information will be shared when final diagnostic results are received.
Joe Lake, 57, of Batesville, passed away on Wednesday, June 23 after a long battle with melanoma. He was born on December 2, 1963, to his proud parents Walter and Reba (Jones) Lake and spent his childhood in Centerville. He graduated from Centerville High School in 1982. Joe was known for his amazing athletic ability although he also excelled in the classroom. During the 1980s, Joe was simply known as “Joe Lake the Runner.” He received numerous awards and records for long-distance running in cross country and track. He went on to run at both Hanover College and the University of Southern Indiana where he continued to set and beat records! Finally, he received his MBA from Miami University in 1987.
Since graduating from Miami University, Joe spent more than 25 years with the Fortune 500 company Ashland Inc. in various Human Resources-related roles. His most recent role before retiring due to health reasons was leading Human Resources globally for the Valvoline division. This position took him to many parts of the world, and he would often share stories of his trips to China, Europe, India and more. He loved to meet new people and experience new cultures.
After retiring from Valvoline after 27 years, Joe worked as an independent contractor performing executive searches for the Satterfield Renzenbrink Associates. He really enjoyed establishing the company goals, assessing the talent, and then placing the talent in the correct roles as he executed the searches.
Joe was on many successful leadership teams including the Ashland Leadership Team, Valvoline Leadership Team, Board of Directors for the Ashland Credit Union, and Advisory Board member for Lithko Contracting construction business.
As successful as Joe was in his early life and professional life, his biggest role and proudest achievement is that of his family. Joe and Joy (Brown) Lake were married on August 11, 1990, and had almost 31 years of married happiness. They joyfully welcomed their only child, Alexandra Marie, into the world on May 21, 1993. It was often said you can’t better perfection, so she remains an only child. Joe and Joy did gain a son when Alexandra married Paul Johnson on July 7, 2018. The happiest role by far for Joe was becoming “Grandpa Joe” to his precious “Jonah boy.” A memory Jonah will always cherish is catching his first fish off Grandpa Joe’s dock! We know that Grandpa Joe is protecting grand baby number two who will be born in December.
Joe is grieved and remembered by so many friends and family. He will be sorely missed by his wife of 30 years, Joy, and his precious daughter, Alexandra Johnson along with her husband Paul and grand baby Jonah, and a future grand baby on the way. He is always beloved by his parents Walter and Reba Lake and they survive. His loving sisters are Tammi Poindexter (Steve) of Centerville, Andrea Falkner (Craig) of Fairfield, Ohio, and Ginger Frye (Steve) of Columbus, Ohio. He is loved by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins. Of course, we can never forget his many, many friends who have been by his side since childhood. He was preceded in death by both grandparents – Lt Walter E. Lake and Virginia R. Lake Eliason and Charles and Martha Jones.
Friends may pay their respects at the funeral home from 4 – 7 p.m. on Monday, June 28, with the funeral to be held 10 a.m. Tuesday June 29, at St Louis Catholic Church with Rev. Stan Pondo officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Knights of Columbus where Joe’s friends and family are encouraged to share their thoughts, stories and happy memories.
Interment will be in Joe’s hometown at Crown Hill Cemetery in Centerville at 2 p.m. Tuesday. As it is quite a distance from Batesville, we understand that many of our friends and family will attend in thought only. Contributions may be made to the Joe Lake Athletic Scholarship with the Ripley County Community Foundation
Donald Edward Volz of Oldenburg, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, after battling an extended illness. His beloved wife, Judy was by his side.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Judy Volz, brother, Dick Volz, sons, Brent Volz, Andy Volz (Shawna), Daniel Volz, Tim Meer (Teresa), daughter, Mindy Meyer (Brian), 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Ask any one of them and they will tell you “He is the BEST Papaw Ever.”
Donnie was an avid Notre Dame Fan who never missed a game. He was a member of the Elks, VFW, American Legion, Moose Lodge, The Eagles, and Knights of Columbus, where you would often find him pulling tabs and enjoying good laugh with friends. Donnie had an enthusiasm for scavenging for fossils to add to his expansive collection. His hopes were to pass along this same enthusiasm to his grandchildren.
Donnie joined the Navy at age 18 and later began a career as a plumber with Ford Motor Company where he retired after 40 years. He was a strong patriarch of his family, known for his quick wit and humor. A good friend to all; a man who demonstrated unconditional love and generosity.
He was a proud father who took pride in raising his children to pursue a life of happiness while exhibiting love, integrity, and respect.
Donnie was preceded in death by his parents, Stella Agnes (Hackman) and Edward J. Volz, his brother Bob Volz, sisters Mary- Barbara Parrish, (J Parrish), and Dianne Hanson, (Jim Hanson), son, Troy Meer, grandchildren, Marley Volz, Conner, and Kelsey Andrews.
Visitation is Sunday, June 27, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Monday, June 28, at Holy Family Church with Rev. Carl Langenderfer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military rites conducted by the Southeastern Indiana Honor Guard. The family requests memorials to the Eagle Fire Company.
