Evalyn Hunt, age 85, of Brookville, died Thursday morning April 15, 2021, at her residence in Brookville.
Born November 1, 1935, in Morehead, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late David and Loraine Butler. She was united in marriage to Ruben C. “Maynard” Hunt, and he preceded her in death on June 29, 2008.
Evalyn was retired, having worked at the former Mounds Restaurant for more than 30 years.
In her leisure time she enjoyed spending time with her family and going to the casinos.
Survivors include five children, Shari (James) Bulmer of Metamora, Larry (Tina) Hunt of Metamora, Jerry Ruben (Margie) Hunt of Cedar Grove, Tracy (Janie) Hunt of Brookville, and Cathy (Martin Hockle) Hunt of Brookville; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren with another on the way.
In addition to her parents, and husband, she was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Alexis Hunt, as well as eleven brothers and sisters.
Family and friends may visit from 1 until 2:30 p.m., on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.
Rev. Vincent Lampert will officiate the Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, 2:30 p.m., at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home. Burial will then follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Leukemia Foundation or the New Mercies Food Bank of Brookville. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hunt family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .
Usually, when the Brookville Town Council members vote on a motion, the result is a unanimous decision.
Tuesday night, April 13, BTC member Catherine Pelsor voted against a motion to begin the process of creating a park board. However, she was the only dissenting vote, losing to the majority, 4-1.
BTC will now begin the process of creating the board. It will have four members, meaning three members will have to agree on a motion before it is approved, BTC President Curtis Ward said. No council members can sit on the park board. Council will appoint all four members. Supporters of the board said it will allow the town to be eligible to receive large grants to further improve the park. While council will lose control over what happens in the town park, and the other smaller parks in town, Ward said in past meetings, if council disagrees with the way the park board is taking the parks, then the council in charge at that time can refuse to approve money for the parks in general or specific projects.
Ward and council member Brooke Leffingwell have been the forces behind this move to a park board.
Ward allowed Pelsor to speak first on the subject. She was very succinct. She said she likes the park as it is and as it is being run. She would like to leave it that way. Basically, her attitude is if it’s not broke, don’t fix it.
After that, the speeches got much wordier as every other council member spoke in favor of having a park board.
Most reiterated the creation of a park board will enhance the town’s ability to get large grants. Many different grant programs start with the need of a park board to submit the grant application, council members have said at past meetings and again Tuesday night.
Ward and Leffingwell said they were strongly in favor of a park board. BTC member Chuck Campbell said it was too bad council members could not also be park board members, but he felt the risk was slight and the positives of a park board, mainly the ability to receive larger grants, outweighed the possible negatives.
Eric Johnson, another BTC member, said he also liked the town park as it now is, but he wished council had more concrete information about a park board. However, he said it is his belief the risk of forming a park board is slight compared to the benefits a park board entails. According to Johnson, anyone who would volunteer to be on the park board would surely have the park’s best interest at heart.
Before council’s discussion on the parks, Aaron Lambert addressed council about the Youth Softball League and any changes the initiation of a park board may have on athletic fields and youth athletic leagues in the park. At the last discussion about a park board at a council meeting, Pelsor had said she feared the park would become a sports center, pushing out the park’s current family atmosphere with its beautiful hiking trail, picnic areas and shelters.
Lambert said the youth leagues and others using the park for athletics do not want to change the nature of the park. Like others, they enjoy the trails, the river, shelters and other nice aspects about the park. He admitted the youth softball leagues just built a fourth diamond, but the money was donated to the youth league by the Meyer Family.
The new field will be named in honor of and memory of Nathan Meyer. A Franklin County Surveyor, Meyer died a few years ago from cancer. He was a very young father and husband at the time of his death. The family wanted to honor Nathan in that way, Lambert said. There will be an opening ceremony for the new field, and the community is invited to attend that, according to Lambert.
Lambert said they have received many donations from people like the Meyer family. He asked if youth leagues will still be allowed to accept donations after the park board is in place. None of the town council members addressed that.
According to Lambert, the youth leagues have done much to improve the property. Currently, about 150 girls take part in the youth softball leagues. Also, the organization is trying to revive the coed softball league.
He said the organization works with the church leagues as well as making the area available for car shows.
Lambert was concerned about a new park board working with the youth leagues. He asked if the improvements made to the athletic fields would remain the leagues or would become under the control of the new park board. He said the youth leagues have had good working relationships with past councils and the current council as well as Tim Ripperger, Brookville town manager, and Brent Riehle, the parks department superintendent. Lambert said he would like to see that good relationship regarding the youth league with councils and officials continue.
He then asked if the youth leagues could have one or more representatives on the park board.
Ward suggested the town enter into a long-term lease with the youth softball league as a way of allaying any fear of the parks board taking over the athletic fields, but Brookville Attorney Tammy Davis said that probably would not be possible with a park board being formed. The town would not have anything to lease as the park board would control the parks. However, she would look into it.
But Ward assured those at the council meeting who were representing the youth leagues, council would name someone from the youth leagues to be on the park board.
Brookville Town Council unanimously agreed on pool prices for this summer.
BTC members Catherine Pelsor and Brooke Leffingwell as well as Brookville Town Manager Tim Ripperger make up the pool committee, which made recommendations to the entire board. The recommendations were approved without change.
Leffingwell wanted and got a higher prices for out-of-town residents. She said town residents pay more than double in taxes when compared to what out-of-town residents pay; thus, town residents deserve a discount. BTC President Curtis Ward asked for clarification of Brookville residents. He asked if landlords living outside the corporation limits but owning property within the limits qualify for the discount.
Leffingwell said they do, along with businessmen.
Carla Hacker, who was in the audience and lives in the area, which may soon be annexed, said she thought it was unfair to charge those outside the town limits more. She said many people from out of town donated to the pool fund also. She and Leffingwell got into a sharp exchange over that point.
Hacker finally told Leffingwell, that Leffingwell would end up getting her way as she always does.
In answer to a another question from the audience, Ripperger said the committee will probably meet through the initial year of operation for the pool. The fact it is going to stay active through that time is to give those working at the pool guidance.
The rates are:
2 and under free
Daily pass, $7 for all ages
Single person season pass (in town), $75
Single person season pass (out of town), $100
Family pass of three (in town), $100
Family pass of three (out of town), $125
Family pass of four (in town), $125
Family pass of four (out of town), $150
Family pass of five (in town), $150
Family pass of five (out of town), $175
Just add $25 for every additional person in the family.
Pool party (two hours), $300
Aerobic classes (town will pay instructor $25 per hour with a minimum of five participants in the class), $5 for each participant.
With the pool party, $150 is due within 48 hours of booking. If the party is canceled due to weather, the party can be rescheduled or a refund given. However, if the person booking the party cancels the party, the deposit is forfeited.
There cannot be outside food and drink at the pool during regular hours, but people supply their own food and drinks to the pool party.
No alcoholic beverages are allowed at any time.
Pay for those working at the pool is: $8 an hour for guards, $10.50 an hour for the assistant manager and $11 an hour for the manager.
The hours will be 12-7 each day, beginning Saturday, May 29, of Memorial Day weekend. And it will remain that way until school starts, August 9. After that, it will be open on weekends through Labor Day weekend.
Leffingwell, said with that schedule, the payroll for the summer will be about $40,000 not including Social Security tax or any other payroll taxes the town must pay.
Indiana Department of Transportation press release
The Indiana Department of Transportation will close Indiana 3 from I-74 to IN 244 for bridge work.
IN 3 will be closed from I-74 near Greensburg to IN 244 in Rush County, seven miles south of Rushville.
The road will close at the end of the April. It is scheduled to reopen at the beginning of June.
During construction, the public is asked to slow down and be mindful of crews in the area. All work is weather dependent. For the latest information, follow @INDOTEast on Twitter and INDOT East Central on Facebook.
Kathleen (Kathy) Simonson, 65 years old, of Lawrenceburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. “Kathy with a K,” as she would commonly refer to herself, was a compassionate and creative person who never met a stranger. She loved to talk and could keep a conversation going as she always wanted to tell you one more thing. Kathy was very matchy – matchy and liked things to be just so. She loved girls night and would be the life of the party while she laughed and twerked with the teenagers. Married for nearly 40 years, Kathy and George never lost sight of each other after meeting at a bar in Harrison many years ago. Together they raised three adoring children and many pets along the way.
Kathy will be greatly missed by her husband, George, and children Angie (Matt) Wagner of Bright and Trish (Mike) Staton of Oxford, five siblings, and 14 grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son George E. Simonson III and her parents Clifford Kernan and Marilyn Borths.
Memorials for Kathy can be made to PAWS of Dearborn County and can be sent to Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home at 25615 State Rt. 1, Guilford, IN 47022. Please visit www.andres-wuestefeldfh.com to sign the online guest book or offer condolences.
Daniel Edward Fullenkamp, 31 years old, of Oldenburg, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021. He was born in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida on 10/12/89 and ironically weighed 10 lbs 12 oz at birth. Daniel worked several years for Heartwood where he developed a passion for wood working, which lead to contract construction work in Indianapolis. He was a great handyman that loved helping others. He also enjoyed working outside in the yard.
Daniel was a natural born athlete who excelled in football and basketball as a youth. He always prided himself on being FIRST during football or basketball drills. During his first year of youth league football Daniel scored a 99-yard touchdown for the Batesville Bombers. He was fast, extremely competitive and always wanted to win. His coaches often remarked on his talent, effort and attitude. Growing up he loved to watch the Bengals and the Reds, and despite their winning or losing seasons, he stayed an avid fan of both.
Daniel loved spending time with his sons, Brennan and Payton. He enjoyed watching them participate in their sports and was so proud of their accomplishments. While he loved to be outside throwing a ball, playing basketball, swimming, or riding bikes with his kids, he also loved being inside playing board games or watching a good movie with them.
Daniel was a talented artist who enjoyed drawing and creating music. He loved to sing karaoke and actually was pretty good. He enjoyed cooking and making big meals for his family.
Daniel will be greatly missed by his two sons, Brennan Kerker and Payton Fullenkamp; parents Doug Fullenkamp (Tray) and Jill Meyer (Dale); sister Anne Pratt (Cole) and brother Eykis Fullenkamp; Grandmother Gayla Hegwood; girlfriend Brittany Kreigh and her son Dylan. He was preceded in death by his son Callen, grandparents Ed and Jane Fullenkamp and Grandfather John Hegwood.
Daniel was cremated. The family would like to invite family and friends to Daniel’s calling on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., with a short service at 12 p.m., at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life and luncheon will follow at 1 p.m. at “The Hall” (Batesville Knights of Columbus). Masks are requested in order to keep the children safer from COVID transmission. Memorials can be made to Fullenkamp Children’s Education Fund and can be sent to the funeral home at P.O. Box 36, Batesville, Indiana, 47006.
Sharon June Pugh, age 75 of Batesville, passed away on April 12, 2021, at Christ Hospital. The daughter of Walter Jr. and Sarah (Sallee) Maple was born on February 26, 1946, in Greensburg. She married Charles D. Pugh, and he preceded her in death.
Sharon was a member of the Batesville VFW Post #3183 Ladies Auxiliary and the Greensburg Moose.
Many know Sharon from the years she worked in food service around the Batesville area. She had a small shop for years, Sharon’s Spicery and sold Tupperware. She was a manager for Skyline while it was still located uptown and went on to work for the Heritage House, Odd Fellows and LaRosa’s. Always a hard worker, Sharon liked keeping busy making crafts, and especially enjoyed making baby blankets for all the kids. Most of all she loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her sons, Dennis Pugh (Catherine) and Dewayne Pugh both of Batesville; eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one brother, James Maple of Pendleton.
Cremation was chosen and private services will be at a later date.
John Eric Shellberg, 82, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 14, 2021, with his fiancé by his side at his home in Connersville.
One of four sons of Francis Oscar and Marie Griffin Shellberg, John was born on February 11, 1939, in Jackson, Michigan.
For many years, John was employed as a mechanical engineer at Ford Visteon in Connersville.
John was a member of the VFW, AMVETS, American Legion, Eagles, and Moose lodges in Connersville and the Elks lodge in Rushville.
Besides his fiancé, Kathie Glass, survivors include three sons, Bradley Rogers of Jackson, Michigan, Christopher Shellberg of Ohio, and David (Laura) Shellberg of Connersville; four grandchildren, Cierra Caldwell, Ruthie Sumner, Dillon Rogers, and Lauren Shellbert; one great-granddaughter, Jaylin Steele; three brothers, Tom (Mary Lou) Shellberg of Jackson, Michigan, Jerry (Marti) Shellberg of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Michael (Lori) Shellberg of Ossineke, Michigan.
John was preceded in death by his parents; and two infant grandchildren, Jacob John Rogers and Alexis Shellberg.
In honor of John’s wishes, following cremation, a private graveside service with military honors provided by Fayette County Veterans Council will be conducted in Dale Cemetery. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Online condolences can be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.
Irma L. Swartz, age 86, of Cleves, Ohio, and a former longtime resident of Metamora, died Wednesday April 14, 2021, at Mercy West Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Born March 28, 1935, in College Corner, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Herschel B. and Blanche (Davis) Muddell. On June 8, 1956, she was united in marriage to Robert P. Swartz, and he preceded her in death on July 19, 1996.
Irma was retired, having worked for over 25 years as a teller at FCN Bank in Brookville.
She was a member of the Cleves United Methodist Church, and the Cleves Senior Center. In her leisure time, she enjoyed puzzles, traveling, and spending time with her family; and her Tuesday lunches with Phyllis and Bonnie.
Survivors include three daughters, Joyce Morgan, Jill Sargent, and Jane Schoener all of Cincinnati, Ohio; a sister, Joan Martin of College Corner, Ohio; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband Robert, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Nicholas Schoener, a sister Lois Watterson, as well as two brothers, Dale Muddell and Myrl Muddell.
Family and friends may visit from 10 till 11 a.m., on Monday, April 19, 2021, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.
Rev. Scott Meeker will officiate the Funeral Services Monday, April 19, 2021, 11 a.m., at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home with burial following in Metamora Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association.
The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Swartz family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.
A Richmond man was killed in a single vehicle crash on U.S. 227 near Gaar Road in Wayne County early this morning.
Preliminary investigation by Trooper Jacob Ridgway revealed William Caleb Miller, 28, Richmond, was traveling south on U.S. 227 when his 2002 Chevrolet Blazer traveled left of center and off the roadway edge. Miller lost control of his vehicle as he attempted to bring it back onto the roadway. He crossed U.S. 227 and went off of the right side of the road travelling through the yard of a nearby residence. As the vehicle crossed a driveway, it became airborne and flipped an undetermined number of times. Miller was ejected and came to rest underneath the vehicle. Miller was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Wayne County Coroner.
Investigators located approximately 42 grams of methamphetamine and three grams of “gray death,” which is a potent mixture of synthetic opiods, near the vehicle. They also located approximately $1,300 in US currency.
The crash remains under investigation pending autopsy and toxicology results. Excessive speed and drug use are suspected as being contributing factors.
Trooper Ridgway was assisted by the Richmond Police Department, Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Richmond Fire Department, Wayne County EMS, Wayne County Coroner, and Pardo’s Wrecker.
