Obituary for Whitney Ann Wilkens

WHITNEY ANN WILKINS

Whitney Ann Wilkins, 26, of Connersville, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 23, 2021.  She was born on October 20, 1994, in Oxford, Ohio, and is the daughter of David Wilkins and Gay Thornberry Wilkins. Whitney graduated from Connersville High School in 2013 and attended Indiana University.

She was a member of the Eagles and the Eagle Riders in Connersville. She had worked at residential CRF in the past and was currently employed at Taconic Bioscience.

Along with her parents, she will be greatly missed by her sister, Tina (Dave) Miller, her brother, Earnest (Toni) Wilkins, as well as many family and friends.

Whitney was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Melvin “Peanut” Thornberry and Betty Enochs, and her paternal grandparents, Earnest and Norma Wilkins.

Visitation for Whitney will be on Thursday, May 27, 2021, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, Connersville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be given by Father Dustin Boehm on Friday, May 28, at 11 a.m., at St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Dale Cemetery. In honor of Whitney’s love for animals, memorial contributions may be made to Fayette County Animal Shelter. 

FC property damage accidents May 20-21

Provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department

May 20

Michelle Sylvester, U.S. Highway 52, Metamora, at 8:27 a.m., was traveling east on Bath Road. A vehicle driven by Daniel Fenwick, Mounds Street, College Corner, was approaching the intersection nearing the stop sign, and he believed he was being waved through by the flagger and went through the intersection ahead of Sylvester’s vehicle. Sylvester’s vehicle struck Fenwick’s vehicle, causing him to fall over and slide to the side of the road. The accident was investigated by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jeremy Noah.

May 21

Douglas Marcum, Stone Church Road, Laurel, at 9:17 a.m., was eastbound on Fox Run Road and attempted to turn left into Fox Run Campground. Joshua Dillhoff, Indiana 252, Brookville, was operating a vehicle westbound on Fox Run Road. Marcum failed to yield the right away to Dillhoff by turning in front of Dillhoff, causing Dillhoff’s vehicle to strike the Marcum vehicle. Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Major Gregory Mehlbauer investigated the accident.

Branden Whittymore, Mt. Zion Road, Connersville, at 5:51 a.m. was southbound on Indiana 1 when he ran off the east side of the road, striking a utility pole. Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jason Robinson investigated the accident.

Derek West, Pearl Street, Batesville, at 6:20 p.m., was operating a vehicle, which was backing up out of a Pearl Street parking lot onto Pearl Street. He continued to back his vehicle out of the parking space, the parking lot and onto Pearl Street and hit a vehicle driven by Sara Nobbe, Water Street, Batesville, striking Nobbe’s vehicle in the driver side front corner with his driver side rear corner. Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Adam Henson investigated the accident.

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FC arrests from May 17 to May 24

Provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department

May 17

Dustin A. Buckave, 32, Winn Road, Brookville, was arrested at 9:10 a.m., at the BP gas station by Brookville Police Department Officer R. Geiser on an Arrest Warrant.

Brian E. Burris, 41, McQueen Road, Brookville, was arrested at 3:11 p.m., in Laurel, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Brad Lecher on an Arrest Warrant.

Derek R. Gaddis, 30, West Sixth Street, Connersville, was arrested at 3:30 p.m., at the Fayette County Jail by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy R. Gordon by order of the Court.

James A. Lawrence, 48, Hamilton, Ohio, was arrested at 12:30 p.m., at the Bartholomew County Jail, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy S. Stirn on an Arrest Warrant.

Anthony Pierce, 23, Duck Creek Road, Laurel, was arrested at 3 p.m., at the Fayette County Jail by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy R. Gordon, on an Arrest Warrant.

May 18

Tiffany D. Murphy, 39, West Seminary Street, Liberty, was arrested at 3:30 p.m., in Liberty, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy K. Hartman, on an Arrest Warrant.

May 19

Thomas J. Combs, 52, County Road 150 West, Connersville, was arrested at 9 a.m., at the Franklin County courthouse by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jeremy Noah, on an Arrest Warrant.

Vanessa H. Elliott, 47, Cincinnati, was arrested at 9:11 p.m., at the intersection of Main and Ninth streets in Brookville, by Brookville Police Department Officer D. Forsee, on an Arrest Warrant.

Jason C. Ott, 45, South Garrison Road, Connersville, was arrested at 6 p.m., at his residence by Indiana Conservation Officer Travis Stewart on an Arrest Warrant.

May 20

Jesse L. Dishmon, 22, Muncie, was arrested at 2:10 p.m., at the Franklin County courthouse by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy T. Shutters on two Arrest Warrants.

Randi E. Meyer, 34, McGuire Ridge Road, Metamora, was arrested at 10:50 a.m., with no arrest site given, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jeremy Noah, for Theft and Resisting Arrest.

Randi E. Meyer, 34, McGuire Ridge Road, Metamora, was arrested at 6:18 p.m., at the intersection of Seventh and High streets in Brookville by Brookville Police Department Officer R. Lackey for Theft and Resisting Law Enforcement.

May 21

Dustin L. Keller, 32, North Street, New Trenton, was arrested at 8:39 a.m., at his residence, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Brad Lecher on an Arrest Warrant.

May 23

Ross A. Hunt, 33, Miracle Road, Laurel, was arrested at 4:20 p.m., in Laurel, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Dusty Hill on an Arrest Warrant.

Brooke N. McCoy, 29, Stipps Hill Road, Laurel, was arrested at 10:50 a.m., in Laurel, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Dusty Hill for Possession of Marijuana/Hash Oil/Hashish/Salvia.

May 24

Bill C. Lynam, 19, North Depot Street, Batesville, was arrested at 2:05 a.m., at the intersection of Laurel and Ott roads for Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated and Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated Endangerment.

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Fourth lawsuit filed against FC and FCSD due to six drowning deaths on March 20, 2020

By John Estridge

A fourth lawsuit has been added against Franklin County and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department over the six drowning deaths that occurred March 20, 2020 after an approach to a bridge failed, and allegedly dispatchers failed to respond to warnings of the approach failure.

Lisa Hudson, as personal representative for the estate of Burton Spurlock Jr., filed the fourth lawsuit. She is represented by Wagner Reese LLP, the same Carmel law firm, which is representing Joshua Mosier. He is suing on the behalf of his two children who were also drowning victims. Spurlock was one of three adults who perished at the site. Spurlock was in a pickup with Shawn Roberts, who was driving. At around 5 a.m., the pickup truck carrying the two men was driving east on Sanes Creek Road and came upon the washout. Being dark and without warnings, the pickup was swept away. About 2.5 inches of rain had fallen in the past 48 hours prior to the failure and subsequent drownings.

The six people killed that morning were: Felina Lewis, 35, and her three children, 4-year-old KyLee Mosier, 7-year-old Elysium Lewis and 13-year-old Ethan Williams; and Shawn Roberts, 47, and Burton Spurlock, 48,

Like the other lawsuits filed against the county and the sheriff’s department, the plaintiffs are alleging three 911 calls were made to the Franklin County Communications Center at the Franklin County Security Center prior to the deaths. All three calls, according to the plaintiffs, warned there was a washout and/or severe flooding in and around the bridge.

According to the lawsuits, the two dispatchers on duty at the time failed to notify anyone in authority regarding the warnings. The only thing the two dispatchers did was make one of the calls an Information Call, which meant no responders, which includes sheriff’s deputies and the county’s highway department had to be notified.

Plaintiffs also allege the two dispatchers who were on duty at the time were posting to social median during the time in question. One of the two dispatchers was being trained and the other was the trainee.

According to media accounts, one of the two dispatchers was later terminated while the other remains an employee of the county.

A June 10 hearing is going to be held in the Franklin Circuit Court Courtroom regarding the consolidation of all the lawsuits. The consolidation motion was written by Wager Reese LLP.

All of the plaintiffs are seeking “judgment against all defendants in an amount commensurate with the injuries and damages, for the costs of this action, and for all other relief just and proper in the premises.”

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FCPLD: Library Corner

Submitted by FCPLD Director Susan Knight

Current Hours: Monday through Thursday 9:00 to 8:00, Friday 9:00 to 6:00, and Saturday 9:00 to 3:00.

Late Opening:  The libraries will open at 12:30 on Thursday, May 27, due to staff training.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

Expanded Services: The Libraries are open for “Grab-&-Go: services.  Patrons may enter the buildings to select books, movies, magazines, etc.  Computers are available by appointment.  Brookville’s study rooms are available by appointment.  Cushioned seating, toys, and video gaming systems will NOT be available.  Social distancing, sanitizing procedures, and mask usage are in effect.  Call-Ahead services remain in place for those choosing curbside delivery.

Meeting Rooms: We’re expanding usage to non-governmental entities who have health plans (including masks and social distancing recommendations) in place.  Room capacity is reduced.  Laurel’s meeting room accommodates 6, Brookville’s flex room holds 10, and Brookville’s large meeting room seats 20.  Call to make reservations.

Contact us: fclibraries.org; Brookville—765.647.4031; Laurel—765.698.2582

24/7 WIFI: Please feel free to utilize the WIFI provided 24/7 in our parking lots in Brookville and Laurel.  Just drive in and work from your car.

Summer Reading: Programs will kick off on June 23.  Details are forthcoming

Author Visit: Lori Foster will talk about her books.  Her writing covers several genres, but many are romances perfect for summer beach reads.  Her latest book, The Summer of No Attachments will be released June 22.  She’ll be speaking the next day, Wednesday, June 23, 5-7 PM, at the Brookville Library.

Art Display: During May, the Brookville Library hosts an art display curated and produced by the Whitewater Valley Arts Association.  All works are by local artists and some are for sale.

Laurel Temporary Exhibit: Laurel’s display case features spring flowers and gardening inspiration.  Vicariously enjoy a spring day while inside.  Choose a companion gardening book for how-tos.

Totspot Storytime: Alta Profitt is generously sharing her talent and experience in a new way—virtually. Sessions include a story, a craft, and, as Mrs. Profitt’s fans know, life lessons are sprinkled throughout.  

StoryWalks®: The StoryWalk® continues at the Mounds State Rec Area’s Wildlife Wander Trail with a new title: In the Trees, Honey Bees by Lori Mortensen.  The trail is .75 miles long and is perfect for families of all ages.  The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-HubbardLibrary. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Take-and-Make Crafts: Stop and pick up a take-and-make craft kit. Available at both libraries, at Brookville, they are located by the Children’s area.  Available until gone.

Wowbrary: Visit our website to sign up to receive weekly emails featuring our new books, DVDs, and ebooks. 

Fine Free:  Although patrons are financially responsible for lost items, we no longer charge late fees for our items. Did you know you can receive text alerts or email notifications about items ready for pickup?  Staff can set this up for you at your request.

Digital Books, Audiobooks, & eMagaziness: Want free access?  Download Overdrive’s new app, Libby, to your Android, iOS, or Windows 10 device, enter your library card account info and access any of these formats.  If you need assistance, please contact either library.

One Man’s Trash: If you come across no-longer-wanted photos, letters, papers, or mementos as you clean and tidy, please consider giving those items to our Genealogy department.  Such donations have solved several mysteries and have contributed valuable information to recent library publications. Please contact Julie: 765-647-4031.

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FC police allege same woman stole two vehicles in same day, Thursday, May 20, and was arrested both times

By John Estridge

A Franklin County woman accused of stealing a brown GMC Sierra at 6:07 p.m., on Thursday, May 20, in Brookville, received two more felony charges after police allege she tried to steal a Ford Bronco less than eight hours prior to the 6:07 p.m. instance.

Randi Meyer, 34, is now charged with two felony counts of Theft and two felony counts of Resisting Arrest. All four are Level 6 Felonies.

Police said in the Thursday morning event, Meyer stopped momentarily during the police chase and asked a homeowner for a cigarette, and in the evening event, police allege while she was driving the alleged stolen vehicle, she waved at the people she allegedly stole the vehicle from as they sat on their porch.

  According to an Affidavit for Probable Cause filed by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Major Gregory Mehlbauer, the day’s first incident began when the alleged victim called 911 at 10:08 a.m., saying Randi Meyer had just stolen his 1994 Ford Bronco and was southbound on McGuire Ridge Road.

Mehlbauer was westbound on U.S. 52 near its intersection with Shack Road, responding to the call, when he passed a vehicle matching the description of the stolen vehicle, and Mehlbauer said he recognized Meyer behind the wheel.

Unable to get turned on the Bronco, Mehlbauer contacted the Franklin County Communications Center asking the dispatchers to notify the Brookville Police Department of the situation. Mehlbauer later learned Brookville Police Department Sgt. Jeffrey Staat and BPD Officer Dakota Richardson were each stationary in their respective vehicles at the north end of Brookville awaiting the Bronco.

About four to five minutes later, Richardson was behind Meyer’s vehicle, with his lights and siren activated, traveling north on Indiana 101 near its intersection with Fairfield Avenue. Also, behind Meyer’s vehicle were Staat and FCSD Deputy Jason Robinson, in their respective vehicles.

Mehlbauer caught up with the police chase around Ind. 101’s intersection with Cooley Road. The vehicles were going near the speed limit for Ind. 101 at a rate of between 55-60 mph. After the vehicles passed the intersection with Golden Road along Ind. 101, Mehlbauer instructed Robinson to pass the Meyer vehicle, get ahead of the vehicle and then deploy Stop Sticks.

This was all done with the Stop Sticks deployed in the northbound lane of Ind. 101 north of its intersection with Pea Ridge Road.

However, Meyer steered around the Stop Sticks by traveling north in the southbound lane. Mehlbauer said she remained heading northbound in the southbound lane for about one-quarter mile with a southbound semi approaching Meyer’s vehicle. Just before a head-on collision occurred, Meyer went back into the northbound lane.

She continued northbound until she came to the Bath Road intersection where she turned right, which is east. After the pursuit continued along Bath Road for a while, Meyer drove off into a field and paralleled the road going now in a westbound direction, heading back toward Ind. 101. Officers remained on the road paralleling Meyer.

“At one point, when Meyer was off road, she drove into a residential yard, driving in between a tree and a home,” Mehlbauer said in the Affidavit. “The homeowner was outside at the time. I later found out, Meyer asked the homeowner for a cigarette (and) then drove off when pursuing officers got to her location.”

Meyer eventually turned south onto Ind. 101 with the police still in pursuit. At a field access lane, Meyer exited Ind. 101 and began doing donuts in the grassy field. At one point, she started heading toward a private campground. An officer responded to the campground, but Meyer went back into the field. Eventually, the vehicle entered a low-lying area of the field, and the Bronco became stuck.

The officers approached the vehicle with Richardson giving Meyer loud verbal instructions to exit the Bronco. Meyer was responding with screamed profanities. She eventually exited the vehicle but refused to get in a prone position. Robinson and Mehlbauer attempted to handcuff Meyer, but she resisted. Mehlbauer applied an arm-bar take down, and she was handcuffed.

She was taken to the Franklin County Security Center where she was later released on her own recognizance. Police said less than eight hours later, she stole the brown GMC Sierra in Brookville. At that time, she also refused to stop and eventually was arrested in a private drive off High Street in Brookville.

On Monday, May 24, Franklin County Prosecutor Chris Huerkamp filed a motion to have Meyer’s bond revoked or increased due to the subsequent arrest and felonious charges filed after she was released on her own recognizance.

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FC court news (criminal)

Courtesy of Franklin Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

Criminal

Possession of Marijuana

Michael T. Gates pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the Franklin County Security Center (FCSC) with 178 days suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 178 days and was ordered to pay the Probation Users’ Fee (PUF) of $50 and a $20 monthly fee. He was also ordered to pay the $50 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.

Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated

Alex M. Tebbe 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 $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 365 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 and 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 90 days retroactive to August 5, 2020. 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.

Battery

Mitchell Wayne Perry pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 12 months in the FCSC with all time suspended. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 12 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 and a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee. He was ordered to successfully complete a course in Anger Management.

Possession of Methamphetamine

Charles S. Courtney pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 24 months in the FCSC with six months suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for six months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 and a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay the $100 Administrative Fee and $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.

Gary W. Vaughan pleaded guilty as a Level 5 Felony and was sentenced to four years in prison with one year suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for one year 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 also pleaded guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 30 months in prison to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I. He pleaded guilty to Carrying a Handgun without a License, as a class A misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I and II.

Unlawful Possession of a Syringe

Charles S. Courtney III pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 24 months in the FCSC with six months suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed on another felony conviction. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for six 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.

Theft

Chad A. Parks 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 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. He was ordered to stay off the property of the victim. He also pleaded guilty to Trespass, as a class A misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation to be served concurrent to a sentence imposed in Count I.

No Drivers License

Stacy M. James pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC with all time suspended. She was fined $1 and court costs were waived.

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Obituary for Eddie Lee Howell

EDDIE LEE HOWELL

Eddie Lee Howell, 77, of Connersville, went home to be with his Savior, Sunday afternoon, May 23, 2021, at Reid Health of Richmond surrounded by his loving family.

Eddie was born in Connersville on July 29, 1943, one of four children of Edgar and Phyllis Foster Howell and was a 1962 graduate of Alquina High School.

For many years, he was employed for Design & Manufacturing. Later, Eddie was employed for Grandview Pharmacy and MediCenter Pharmacy.

On July 9, 1993, he was married in Richmond to Diana Faye Booher Hauri. Mrs. Howell survives.

Eddie was a faithful member of Connersville Baptist Temple where he was a guitarist for the praise and worship band. He was well known in the area as an excellent guitarist and keyboard player, playing in numerous bands across the tri-state. He also enjoyed using his talent to write songs.

Above all, Eddie had a great passion to share his faith with his family and friends.

In his leisure, he enjoyed gardening and taking care of his lawn.

Survivors, besides his wife of 27 years, Diana Howell, include three children, Eddie Lee (Tonya) Howell, Jr. of Shawnee, Oklahoma, John Fitzgerald (Bernadette) Howell of Denver, Colorado, and Kimberly Rae (Jeffrey) Fickas of Woodlawn, Tennessee; a step-son, Ryan Hauri of Connersville; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Rodney Howell of Cincinnati, Ohio; a step-brother, Charles Snider of Connersville; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Ed Snider; a brother, Michael Howell; a sister, Sandra Gribbins; and a step-daughter, Jenifer Hauri.

Friends are welcome to visit from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Connersville Baptist Temple. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., the same day at the church with Pastor Joe Ferreira officiating. Burial will be at Dale Cemetery. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorial contributions in memory of Eddie may be made to Connersville Baptist Temple. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

Obituary for Ellen Mae Howes (complete)

ELLEN MAE HOWES

Ellen Mae Howes, age 85, of Brookville, and formerly of Michigan, died Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville. 

Born October 18, 1935, in Hamilton Township, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Otto & Bernice (Story) Kissane.

She was retired, having worked for many years as a receptionist for a physicians’ office. In her leisure time she enjoyed quilting, flowers and gardening; and particularly enjoyed spending time near Lake Michigan, with Saugatuck Cliffs and Lions Park Beach in St. Joseph, Michigan being favorite spots.

Survivors include three children, Patricia Howes of Indianapolis, Indiana, Mary Ann (Perry) Booso of Brookville, and William (Ruth) Howes of Mecosta, Michigan, a son-in-law, Mark Muto of Wheaton, Illinois; two grandchildren, Hillary Loosli and Mike Muto; as well as two sisters, Linda Schaub of Spring Arbor, Michigan and Sherry Laurence of Lansing, Michigan.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Kissane; as well as a daughter Deana Muto who died in 2015.    

Family & friends may visit from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Pastor Perry Booso of the Brookville Church of Christ will officiate the Funeral Services on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, burial will then follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Brookville.

In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of her daughter, Deana Muto, memorial contributions may be directed to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.  The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Howes family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .

Obituary for Ruth Jones (complete)

RUTH JONES

Ruth Jones, age 94, of Brookville, died early Sunday, May 23, 2021, at the Brookville Healthcare Center in Brookville.

Born January 30, 1927, in Venice, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late William and Annie (Wilson) Lucas. She was united in marriage to Dane E.F. Jones on January 14, 1946, and they enjoyed nearly 75 years of marriage until his passing on December 6, 2020.

A homemaker, and farm wife, in her leisure time, she enjoyed working outside tending to her garden and flowers.

Survivors include two children, Brenda Tinch of Arcanum, Ohio and Jeffery (Susan) Jones of Brookville; four grandchildren, April Tinch, Jessica (Mike) Hager, Christie (Blake) Bauman and Randal Jones; five great-grandchildren, Emma Hager, Abby Hager, Maddie Hager, Grayson Bauman and Reagan Bauman; two sisters, Shirley Bath and Carolyn Bath both of Ohio. 

In addition to her parents and husband Dane, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Tim Tinch, a granddaughter, Amanda Tinch; a sister, Lucy Fox, as well as four brothers, William Lucas Jr., Bobby Gene Lucas, Charles Lucas and Larry Wayne Lucas.

Rev. Mike Holman, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Brookville, will officiate the Funeral Services on Thursday, May 27, 2021, 12 Noon at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.  Burial will then follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit from 10 a.m., until the time of the services at Noon on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Franklin County Cemetery Commission for the care of Wolf Creek Cemetery.  The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Jones family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.