One of the events to kickoff the Union County Bicentennial was the fishing tournament held Saturday, June 5. Sponsored by Frame’s Outdoor Sports Supplies of Liberty, winners were recognized with medals, while all participants received official Bicentennial tokens.
Obituary for Bonita Joyce Plont
BONITA JOYCE PLONT
Joyce Plont, 59, of Bentonville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. She was born on April 13, 1962, in Hamilton, Ohio, and is the daughter of the late George Helton and Margaret Moore Helton. On December 17, 2012, she married David Plont.
She was a member of New Life Church of Nazarene. She had worked for NSK in Liberty for several years.
Bonita enjoyed going camping and fishing, and spending as much time as possible with her children and grandchildren. She lived her life for her family, she made time for everyone. She loved fiercely and freely because she knew we are not promised tomorrow. She believed in loving unconditionally and the power of forgiveness. She was always the light in the darkness, never held anything back, she lived life like she loved-fiercely. Never would wonder what she was thinking because she would boldly tell you what she thought and not mince any words. She is loved by so many and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her husband, David; two daughters, Amber Ogden and Ashley Plont; five sons, David Fields, Jamie (Kaley) Plont, Alex Plont, David Plont Jr., and Jeremy (WrayDeana) Bell; a sister, Gail (Jody) Tincher; four brothers, Clarence (Cindy) Brannon, David (Gloria) Brannon, Jeffrey Brannon, and Dale Brannon; 11 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Kay, and a brother, Mike Helton.
Graveside services for Bonita will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at 3 p.m., at College Corner Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at The Junction.
Obituary for Harold Eugene Reese
HAROLD EUGENE REESE
Harold Eugene Reese, of Brookville, was born on October 14, 1947, in Batesville, a son to Elmer and Ella King Reese. He married Patricia Schuck on December 4, 1971, at St. Michael Church, and together they raised five children. Harold retired from the Brookville Street Department in 2010. Family was everything to Harold, and he enjoyed spending as much time as possible with them. On Monday, June 14, 2021, at the age of 73, Harold passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones.
Those surviving who will cherish Harold’s memory include his wife of more than 49 years, Patricia Reese; five children, Angie (Bobby) Schlachter of Cincinnati, Lonnie (Maryann) Reese, April (Chad) Isaacs, Nick (Olivia) Reese, and Amy Reese, all of Brookville; eight grandchildren, Ashley, Tia, Zak, Tori, Zoie, Lacy, Lilly, and Lane; one great-granddaughter, Hazely; three brothers, Maynard (Pam) Reese, Ralph Reese, and Ray (Vicki) Reese; as well as one sister, Rosie Reese.
Besides both of his parents, Harold was preceded in death by several siblings and other loved ones.
Friends may visit with the family on Friday, June 18, 2021, at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, 929 Main Street, Brookville, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Pastor Mike Holman will officiate the service and burial will follow immediately after in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice.
To sign the online guestbook or to leave personal condolences, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Harold Reese.
FC Court News (Criminal)
Provided by the Franklin County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office
Criminal
Leaving the Scene of an Accident
Phuong D. Nguyen pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the Franklin County Security Center (FCSC) with all time suspended. No probation was mentioned. He was declared indigent and all fines and fees were waived.
Tony D. Pursifull pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 180 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee.
Operating while Intoxicated
Tyler J. Riggle pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with 305 days suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed in another misdemeanor sentence. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 305 days and was ordered to pay the Probation Users’ Fee (PUF) of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee. He was not assessed a Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year retroactive to the notice form from the BMV on May 13.
Andrew S. Eckstein pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC with 50 days suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 50 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year effective at the date of sentencing with specialized privileges for work purposes. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
James Winston Smith pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with 275 days suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed in another misdemeanor conviction. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 275 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for 180 days effective at the day of sentencing. He also pleaded guilty to Leaving the Scene of an Accident, as a class B misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with 90 days suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I.
Jordan T. Rooks pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 60 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for 40 days retroactive to the finding of probable cause on April 20, 2021.
Carrying a Handgun without a License
Ryan J. Sizemore pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 12 months in the FCSC. He was fined $250 and $185 costs and the costs for In-Home Detention. The State is not opposed to the defendant serving the executed portion of the sentence via In-Home Detention to be monitored by the Ripley County Probation Department.
Possession of Methamphetamine
A jury found Phillip W. Richardson guilty as a Level 6 Felony, and he was sentenced to 30 months in prison. He received 22 days of jail-time credit. He was fined $250 and $185 costs. He was ordered to pay a $200 Countermeasure Fee. The Indiana State Public Defender’s Office was appointed to serve as his appeal’s counsel.
Possession of Marijuana
James W. Smith pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with 90 days suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed for another misdemeanor conviction. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 90 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. As a condition of probation, the defendant is ordered to receive a drug and alcohol evaluation and comply with any and all recommendations. He also pleaded guilty to Possession of Paraphernalia, as a class C misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I.
Battery
Raymond N. Wagers pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 180 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
Maintaining a Common Nuisance
Derek Gaddis pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 18 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 14 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations. He was ordered to testify to the truth of the matter in all companion cases. He pleaded guilty to Possession of Marijuana, as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to six months in the FCSC with two months suspended to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I. He pleaded guilty to Possession of Paraphernalia, as a class C misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I and II.
Operating a Vehicle without Ever Receiving a License
Anthony E. Pierce pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to six days in the FCSC. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs.
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated with a ACE of .15 or More
Blake A. Duenne pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 365 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for 180 days retroactive to the notice of administrative suspension on March 16, 2021. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
Operating a Vehicle as a Habitual Traffic Violator
Johnny Rebel Adams Jr., pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 18 months in the FCSC with 10 months suspended to probation to be served consecutive to the sentence imposed in another felony conviction. He was given credit for one day served. The executed portion of his sentence will be served in home detention monitored by the Decatur County Probation Department. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 10 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay an Administrative Fee of $100. His Operator’s License was suspended for 30 months effective at the date of sentencing.
Resisting Law Enforcement
Christopher L. Kessinger pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with 305 days suspended to probation. He also pleaded guilty to Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated Endangering a Person with Prior Conviction, and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 14 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year retroactive to the notice of administrative suspension on April 15, 2019. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated Endangering a Person with Prior Conviction
Christopher L. Kessinger pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation consecutive to the sentence imposed in a misdemeanor conviction. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 14 months and was ordered to pay the PUF $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year retroactive to notice of administrative suspension notice on April 15, 2019. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated with a Prior Conviction
Kevin M. Hayes pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 12 months in the FCSC with 11 months suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 11 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year retroactive to the finding of probable cause on November 20, 2019. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations.
Trespass
James R. Lawrence pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 180 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee. He was ordered to stay off the property of the victim.
Public Intoxication
Tiffany D. Murphy pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with 110 days suspended to probation. She was given credit for 35 days jail-time credit. She was ordered to complete 10 hours of Community Service. She was fined $1 and $185 costs. She was put on probation for 110 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay the Administrative Fee of $50.
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated Endangering
Matthew P. Seibert pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 365 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. His Operator’s License was suspended for 180 days retroactive to the finding of probable cause on Feb. 19, 2021. As an additional condition of probation, if deemed necessary, the defendant shall schedule an appointment for evaluation at a treatment facility approved by probation within seven days of release from incarceration and comply with all recommendations. He was ordered to pay Duke Energy $1,491. He also pleaded guilty to Minor in Possession of Alcohol, as a class C misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I.
Obituary for Carl William Fehlinger
CARL WILLIAM FEHLINGER
Carl William Fehlinger, 82, passed away on Friday morning, June 11, 2021, at his home after an extended battle with cancer.
The second of six children born to Carl Otto and Anna (Selm) Fehlinger on Sept. 1, 1938, in Brookville, Billy graduated from St. Michael School and remained a lifelong parishioner. He was part of Brookville High School’s Class of 1956, competing in varsity football and track/field.
Bill served in the U.S. Navy from 1957-60. Stations included Maryland, California and Washington state, as well as Atsugi in Japan. He was proud of playing competitive basketball and also met two-time Olympic Gold Medal swimmer Mike Troy while overseas.
Upon his honorable discharge, he met and soon married the love of his life – “Schatzi” – Helga Schwarz on Aug. 24, 1963, at St. Teresa of Avila, Cincinnati. In 1972, the family moved to the yellow house with its wrap-around porch that became home for the six Fehlinger children and countless visitors, young and old.
Bill retired from Monsanto in 1993, after more than 30 years in the storeroom. At an old-timer’s basketball game at Spartan Bowl that fall, Bill suffered cardiac arrest and was revived by EMT Chris Shorter, whose heroism provided the family with nearly 30 more years of memories.
Family was paramount to Bill. He enjoyed bike rides with young ones as long as he was able and taught each of his kids to play tennis. As funny as the day is long, Bill held court at long card games around the kitchen table – no person or subject was off limits.
Bluegrass and country music – especially gospel – were special to Bill, and he appreciated tunes from 33 RPM up to Alexa. An important friendship was with the late Aubrey Holt of The Boys from Indiana, a Monsanto coworker. He loved dancing and attended many dances with Helga at the Cincinnati Donauschwaben Society. Bill was patriotic, faithful, pro-life and loved children. He was named a Kentucky Colonel.
Surviving are Helga, his wife of more than 57 years; children David of Brookville, Darren (Doris) of San Antonio, Dennis (Leslie) of Cincinnati, Holly (Bill) Mappes of Indianapolis, William of Brookville and Elizabeth (Joe) Bath of Brookville; grandchildren Megan, Trevor, Haidyn and Andrew Fehlinger of Cincinnati, Emma, Jake and Grace Mappes of Indianapolis, Connery and Devin Fehlinger of San Antonio and Spencer, Claudia and Gwyneth Bath of Brookville; brother Michael (Sherry) of Brookville; sisters Maryanne Fehlinger and Vickie Prybyla of Brookville; cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws.
Preceding him in death, along with parents, were brother James Fehlinger and sister Regina (Tom) Hoff and many aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws.
Friends and family may visit Cook-Rosenberger Funeral Home, 929 Main St., Brookville, IN 47012 from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16. Father Vincent Lampert will officiate a Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael. Burial will follow at St. Michael Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Bernard Hurst Post 77. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Michael School.
The staff of Cook-Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Fehlinger family. To leave condolences online, visit cookrosenberger.com.
Vehicle pursuit reaching 100 mph on U.S. 52 ended in a crash and five charges
By John Estridge
A police chase that reached 100 mph on U.S. 52 just east of Brookville resulted in a property damage accident and five charges levied against a Colorado man.
Martin C. Crawley, 22, Monte Vista, Colorado was charged with Resisting Arrest, as a Level 6 Felony, as well as four misdemeanors – two class A and two class B — after being apprehended in a field belonging to White’s Sale Barn.
According to a Probable Cause Affidavit penned by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Tyler Ford, around 11 p.m., Saturday, June 5, Ford was in his police cruiser heading eastbound on Fourth Street in Brookville.
He was going to turn left or north on Mill Street. As he was making the turn, he observed a Red Blazer approach the same intersection, blow through the stop sign and proceed south onto Weber’s Lane. Ford turned his cruiser around to follow the Blazer.
While approaching the intersection of Weber’s Lane and High Street, Franklin County Communications Center issued a dispatch that a red Blazer had just left the scene of an accident in the Sixth Street area of Brookville. Ford advised dispatch he believed the Blazer in question was in front of him.
As Ford came up to the High Street/U.S. 52 intersection, he observed the Blazer was traveling at a high rate of speed weaving between lanes to get around vehicles. At that point, Ford activated his lights and siren and went in pursuit east on U.S. 52. As the Blazer approached the hillcrest east of U.S. 52’s intersection with Blue Creek Road, the Blazer began to weave in and out of traffic going around 100 mph.
In the area of Orschell’s Curve on U.S. 52, Ford said the Blazer had sparks coming from beneath the vehicle, and it began fishtailing up the hill. The Blazer also “…moved into the westbound lane and almost struck a passenger car head on before swerving back into the eastbound lane,” Ford wrote in the affidavit.
“In the curves going up the hill, the vehicle proceeded into the westbound lane and continued to stay in that lane in total disregard for any vehicle that may be coming around the curve,” Ford continued in his affidavit.
When the Blazer got to the intersection of U.S. 52 and Holland Road, Ford said the Blazer attempted to make the turn onto Holland Road, but the driver began to lose control of the vehicle. The Blazer fishtailed several times before going through a wooden cattle fence owned by White’s Sale Barn. Spinning several times, the Blazer crashed through the other side of fence coming to rest facing west in the middle of the field.
Ford got out of his vehicle and approached the Blazer on foot with his weapon drawn. He said he could see the driver inside the vehicle frantically trying to get the Blazer moving again. However, the driver apparently realized at some point, the Blazer was inoperable.
Ford ordered the driver out of the Blazer. The driver was unable to exit through the door because of the damage to the vehicle and asked if he could climb out the window. To that, Ford acquiesced. Once outside the vehicle, Ford had the driver lay flat on the hood of the Blazer. The driver told Ford his operator’s license was in his billfold. When Ford retrieved the billfold, he found the driver was Crawley.
After searching Crawley, Ford put Crawley in the rear of Ford’s vehicle and went with FCSD Deputy Kyle Hartman to search the Crawley vehicle. According to the affidavit, they found an open alcohol container and a green and orange marijuana pipe.
EMS arrived on the scene and checked out Crawley. They surmised Crawley did not have any injuries other than bruises. Ford then transported Crawley to the Franklin County Security Center. While Ford went inside the FCSC to seek a search warrant for Crawley’s blood to determine if he was impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, a jailer came out and watched Crawley.
Ford called Franklin Circuit Court II Judge Clay Kellerman. After telling Kellerman the facts of the case, Kellerman authorized a warrant. Ford then drove Crawley to Margaret Mary Hospital in Batesville. En route, Crawley told Ford he had been using crystal, which means methamphetamine. Crawley said he last used it three to four days ago. He had not been able to sleep for several days and was depressed.
At the hospital, a lab technician took a blood sample from Crawley. Then, a video conference was set up for Crawley to talk with a mental health specialist from Lawrenceburg.
After those things, Crawley was transported back to the FCSC. He was eventually charged by Franklin County Prosecutor Chris Huerkamp with Resisting Law Enforcement, as a Level 6 Felony; Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated Endangering a Person, as a class A misdemeanor; Criminal Mischief, as a class A misdemeanor; Leaving the Scene of an Accident, as a class B misdemeanor; and Reckless Driving, as a class B misdemeanor.
If convicted of a Level 6 Felony, Crawley could receive six months to two-and-a-half years in the FCSC. A class A misdemeanor conviction can result in a sentence of up to one year while a class B misdemeanor conviction is up to 180 days in the FCSC.
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Obituary for Gregory Lynn Lakes
GREGORY LYNN LAKES
Gregory Lynn Lakes, 62, of Connersville, passed away Tuesday morning, June 8, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, following a motorcycle accident that occurred Monday evening in Fayette County.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Lovett officiating. Burial will be in Lick Creek Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 until 3 p.m., on Tuesday.
Dreams from God are increasing
Theological column by Adrienne Greene
Q:
Dear Pastor,
Many people seem to be having God-dreams these days. Why is this happening and what is it for?
A:
All kinds of creatures dream. Owners of dogs and cats have watched with fascination as our beloved pets experience their dreams with lively animation. Throughout human history, God has used dreams to speak to people. Folks dream in colors of black and white or vibrant kaleidoscopes; some never remember their dreams; others retain every detail. Nightmares, traveling dreams, falling dreams, flying dreams, sexual dreams—human beings are prolific dreamers. Naturally, our God…who has a difficult time getting the attention of most of us in our waking hours…will look for a reliable communication channel when he wants to speak. Dreams are an unedited, unfiltered, wide-open format God uses to inform, warn and explain things to his beloved family. Friends of mine quip, “God has to knock us out so we’ll shut up and listen.” Very true.
Countless Bible stories assure us of God’s frequent use of the dreamscape. Our Judeo-Christian forefathers all dreamed dreams that impacted their world and the human race. Abraham, who was destined to become the father of many nations, was spared death because God had a conversation with an enemy king in a dream (Genesis 20:1-7.) Jacob was promised a destiny for his life (including the geography attached) as God walked through his dreamscape, explaining his future and land (Genesis 28:11-13.) God-dreams were considered so important to the nation of Israel, that Moses was given laws to protect their integrity, should anyone use that venue for personal gain and not God’s (Deuteronomy 13:1-5.) Christians will recall how Joseph the carpenter was instructed to marry a virgin carrying a baby; and then warned to relocate to a safe city after the birth—all in dreams (Matt. 1:20; Matt. 2:13.) Even our friend Daniel, a famous dream-interpreter and prophet of old, received portions of the Book of Revelation and a glimpse of the end of the world in one of his dreams (Daniel 7.)
Why do people seem to be dreaming more now? Because I believe we are living in days prophesied by the prophet Joel in his second chapter: “It will come about after this that I will pour out My Spirit on all mankind; and your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams and your young men will see visions. Even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days” (Joel 2:28, 29, NASB 1995)
The world is accelerating its corrupt systems of what theologians call the “Babylonian spirit” or the “Luciferian spirit.” Cultures and nations around the world are moving farther and farther away from God’s parameters, boundaries and commandments. It is becoming confusing, foggy and dark; spiritually speaking. Christians must have no fear of this, since it is always darkest before the dawn. Glory, revival, harvest of souls—all of these are words the Church uses to describe a period in time where the presence of God is nearest to his people. “The Glory is coming,” has been proclaimed lately by important Christian leaders and prophets. When this happens, the light invades the dark. People are dreaming a lot right now because God is sending out information to whoever will receive it and take action as we prepare for this coming season of God’s invading light.
The spirit of prophecy is behind all this dreaming. It is a gift from the Holy Spirit sent to instruct the Christian Church. If you are dreaming and curious about what this important spiritual gift is all about, please read First Corinthians chapter fourteen. Still curious? Read You May All Prophesy by Steve Thompson (MorningStar Publications, 2007.) It’s an exciting time to be alive and dreaming!
Do you have a question or comment for Pastor Adrienne? Send your inquiries to: info@adriennewgreene.com or write to P.O. Box 214, Harrison, OH 45030. For more information and resources, please visit www.askpastoradrienne.com or the “Ask Pastor Adrienne” YouTube channel for sermons and insights.
Obituary for Phillip Keller II
PHILLIP KELLER II
Phillip Keller II, 36, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was born on January 21, 1985, in Richmond to Phillip Keller and Diana Roberts.
Phillip was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Connersville.
Phillip was a freelance Journeyman electrician. He was a member of the Eagles.
Phillip was the head football coach at Connersville Middle School. He was a highly active coach for many other sports throughout the community; such as Spartan baseball, the Mid West Astros, Indy Dragons and Indiana Crush. Many children throughout the community including his very own adored Phillip, and it can be heard that he was one of the greatest coaches they have had. He was dedicated in helping these children become some of the best people they could be.
When Phillip was not on the field coaching, you could find him hunting and traveling. He was a proud Republican. His family always came first; he cherished the quality time spent with his family. He was well loved by many. Phillip was a momma’s boy; he knew just how to make her smile. He could make anyone smile and enjoyed being goofy. He was truly one of a kind.
Phillip will be greatly missed by his mother, Diana; wife, Melanie Sullenberger Keller; children, Isaac Keller, Brayden Keller and Olivia Keller; brothers, Joshua Roberts and Darrell “Chopper” (Leah) Johnson; sisters, Constance (John) Hancock and Heidi (JJ) Eldridge; nieces and nephews, Maggie, Dravyn, Hunter and Payton; an aunt, Debbie Warren and cousins Kassondra Warren, Adrienne “Nicole” Freeman and Sarah Schindley; his paternal grandmother, Nan Keller; and several, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Raymond D. Keller Sr., and maternal grandmother, Mary A. Johnson.
A memorial service for Phillip will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at 12 p.m. with Pastor John Reynolds at Calvary Baptist Church, 309 W. 24th St. Connersville. Friends and family may visit the church from 11 a.m. until the start of the memorial service.
Obituary for Shawna Lee Curtsinger
SHAWNA LEE CURTSINGER
Shawna Lee Curtsinger, age 55, went to her Heavenly home on June 8, 2021, at 8:50 a.m. at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born on May 9, 1966, to Robert Lee and Leola Marie Mackey Curtsinger in Fallon, Nevada.
Shawna attended several schools for the deaf, Oregon School for the Deaf in Salem, Oregon, Beverly School for the Deaf in Beverly, Massachusetts and Austine School for the Deaf in Brattleboro, Vermont.
Shawna loved working summers in the camps for the deaf.
Shawna never met a stranger and was always SIGNING “I Love You.” She loved doing arts and crafts (with a secret talent for painting), loved karaoke, playing her computer tournaments, her animals and anything purple and tie dyed.
Shawna is survived by her mother, Leola Curtsinger; Donna Way and husband Dave; special friends she called sissy, Christi LaRoche and Ginny Halcomb, John Halcomb and Ed Akers; along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Lee; grandparents, J.C. and Evelyn Curtsinger, Frank and Ann Weiderholt and Paul and Ida Mackey, several aunts and uncles, family and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at 12 p.m. at Laurel North Cemetery with Pastor Chris Lovett officiating.
Urban Winkler funeral home is honored to be assisting the family.
To sign the online guestbook or to leave the family a personal message visit www.urbanwinklerfuneralhome.com.