Denver Simpson, of Sunman, was born on June 2, 1940, in Frankfort, Kenucky, a son to Frank and Bertha Collett Simpson. He married Donna Widener on September 14, 1996, in Lawrenceburg. Denver was a foreman at Asplundh Tree Service; he worked there for more than 30 years. He also worked for Nelson Tree Service. Denver really enjoyed trimming trees; however, when he was not doing that, he loved to spend time with his family and friends. On Monday, March 30, 2021, at the age of 80, Denver passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones.
Those surviving who will cherish Denver’s memory include his wife of more than 24 years, Donna Simpson of Sunman; four daughters, Jeraldeen, Glenda, Bonnie, and Barbara; one step-daughter, Mary; two sisters, Brenda and Gladys; and two brothers, James and Earl. Denver was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Joseph; one daughter, Ladonna; three brothers, Paul, James, and Harm; two sisters, Litha and Loretta.
Cremation was chosen by the family and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be directed to the family to assist with the cost of funeral expenses. Checks may be made payable to Donna Simpson and mailed to 328 S. Meridian Street, Lot 130, Sunman, IN 47041.
To sign the online guestbook or to leave personal memories, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Denver Simpson.
Phillip Davidson, of Sunman, was born on January 12, 1934, a son to Kenis and Elizabeth Wilson Davidson. He married the late Gerri Davidson on December 21, 1957, at Asbury Tabernacle in Cincinnati. Phillip was a member of the Harrison Church of the Nazerene, Gideon International, and he was also a Kentucky Colonel. He had a love for classic cars, which he collected and sold, fishing, bluegrass music, and most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. On, Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at the age of 87, Phillip passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family.
Those surviving who will cherish Phillip’s memory include his three daughters, Pamela (Larry) Fette of Harrison, Ohio, Phyllis Knueven of Sunman, and Tonja (Mark) McClain of Redkey; seven grandchildren, Karl (Crystal) Zoller, Kara (Joe) Schott, Ashley Knueven (Nick Johnson), Cade Knueven, Emily Carnder, Shelby McClain and Sarah McClain; seven great-grandchildren, Karmen Zoller, Kaylin Zoller, Aidan Roberts, Masen Roberts, Logan and Ava Schott and Rowan Johnson; three brothers, Harold, Saul, and Ben Davidson; one sister, Alma Hamblin; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 60 years, Gerri Davidson; three brothers; as well as one sister.
Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home in Sunman, from 12 noon until the time of service at 2 p.m. Burial will follow immediately after in St. Paul Cemetery in Sunman. Memorial contributions can be directed to Shriners Hospitals for Children in memory of Phillip. You can do so by going to the website at www.lovetotherescue.org and clicking donate and then checking the box to dedicate my donation in honor or in memory of someone.
To sign the online guestbook or to leave personal memories, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to serve the Davidson family.
Provided by the Franklin Circuit Court Clerk’s Office
Criminal Court
Possession of Methamphetamine
Janna Marie Pursifull pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 18 months in the Franklin County Security Center (FCSC) with 17 months suspended to probation. She was fined $250 and $185 costs. She was placed on probation for 17 months and was ordered to pay the Probation Users’ Fee (PUF) of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay an Administrative Fee of $100 and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. As an additional condition of probation, 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. Upon successful completion of executed sentence and probation, the defendant can petition for the judgment of conviction to be reduced to a class A misdemeanor, and the state will not object, if the defendant is eligible by statute.
Brandy M. Lohrey pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 14 months in the FCSC with 12 months suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed in another felony case. She was given good-time credit for time spent in Inpatient Treatment at Meridian from March 1, 2020 to April 1, 2020. She was fined $250 and $185 costs. She was placed on probation for 12 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. She pleaded guilty to Possession of a Narcotic, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 14 months in the FCSC with 12 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I. She pleaded guilty to Possession of a Syringe, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 14 months in the FCSC with 12 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I and II. As an additional condition of probation, 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.
Brandy M. Lohrey pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed in another felony case. She was given good-time credit for time spent in Inpatient Treatment at Tara Treatment Center from November 19, 2020 to December 19, 2020. She was fined $250 and $185 costs. She was placed on probation for 14 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. She pleaded guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Syringe, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I. She pleaded guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Legend Drug, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I and II. She pleaded guilty to Maintaining a Common Nuisance, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 16 months in the FCSC with 14 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I, II and III.
Theft
Myranda M. Schwarm pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. She was fined $1 and $185 costs. She was placed on probation for 365 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and $500 in restitution to the victim. She is to have no contact with the victim.
Residential Entry
Robert E. Bunch pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 24 months in the FCSC with 12 months suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 12 months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $100 plus a $30 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $100 Administrative Fee. He was ordered to have no contact with the victim. The state is not opposed to the defendant serving the executed portion of his sentence through Fayette County Community Corrections. The defendant is responsible for his own medical expenses while on home detention.
Public Voyeurism
Jacob Vest pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 12 months in the FCSC with six months suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for six months and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee. Defendant shall serve the executed sentence on Home Detention to be monitored by the Fayette County Community Corrections.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident
Dustin L. Bunch pleaded guilty as a class B misdemeanor and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with 120 days suspended to probation. He was given credit for seven days served and he will not receive a license suspension. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 120 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. He was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee.
Possession of a Narcotic Drug
Matthew K. Hamilton pleaded guilty as a Level 6 Felony and was sentenced to 24 months in the FCSC with 15 months suspended to probation. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was placed on probation for 15 months and 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, 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 pleaded guilty to Possession of a Syringe, as a Level 6 Felony, and was sentenced to 24 months in the FCSC with 15 months suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I.
Possession of Paraphernalia
Andrew S. Matthews pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC with all time suspended. He was fined $5 and $185 costs. He was ordered to pay a $200 Countermeasure Fee.
Possession of Marijuana
Joseph E. Cregar 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 and a $200 Countermeasure Fee.
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Shawnya A. Zurborg pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 120 days in the FCSC. She was fined $1 and $185 costs. She was ordered to pay a $200 Countermeasure Fee.
Traci L. Minniear pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with all time suspended to probation. She was fined $1 and $185 costs. She was placed on probation for 365 days and was ordered to pay the PUF of $50 plus a $20 monthly fee. She was ordered to pay a $50 Administrative Fee and a $200 Countermeasure Fee. As an additional condition of probation, 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. As an additional condition of probation, the defendant shall continue receiving treatment with Groups, recover together program.
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated
Dylan L. Gilreath 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 Operators License was suspended for 60 days retroactive to the finding of Probable Cause. For the purpose of the plea agreement, the state will stipulate this was not a chemical test refusal. He was ordered to pay $3,152.67 restitution to the victim. As an additional condition of probation, 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.
Eddie N. Cotton 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 60 days retroactive to the administrative state of suspension, March 9, 2020. As an additional condition of probation, 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.
Andrew M. Welke pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 365 days in the FCSC with 345 days suspended to probation. He was fined $250 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 345 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 retroactive to the finding of Probable Cause on June 10, 2019. As an additional condition of probation, 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.
Timothy J. Wilson pleaded guilty as a class C misdemeanor and was sentenced to 60 days in the FCSC with 38 days suspended to probation. He was given credit for 11 days served. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. He was placed on probation for 38 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 retroactive to finding of Probable Cause on January 8, 2014. He pleaded guilty to Failure to Stop, as a class B misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC with 158 days suspended to probation to be served concurrent to the sentence imposed in Count I.
Criminal Trespass
Kevin L. Paquette pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 230 days in the FCSC. He was given jail-time credit from November 21, 2020 until the date of sentencing, March 18. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was ordered to stay away from Midtown Tavern for one year effective on the date of sentencing, March 18. He pleaded guilty to Resisting Law Enforcement, as a class A misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 230 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent with the sentence imposed in Count I. He pleaded guilty to Public Intoxication, as a class B misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 180 days in the FCSC to be served concurrent to the sentences imposed in Counts I and II.
Conversion
Eric A. Benge pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 240 days in the FCSC. He was fined $1 and $185 costs. He was ordered to pay $700 in restitution to the victim. And defendant shall have no contact with the victim and shall stay off his property.
Driving while Suspended
Michael W. Pecoraro pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 20 days in the FCSC to be served consecutive to a sentence imposed in another misdemeanor case. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. His Operator’s License was suspended for one year effective on the date of sentencing of March 9.
Michael W. Pecoraro pleaded guilty as a class A misdemeanor and was sentenced to 126 days in the FCSC to be served consecutive to sentences imposed in two other misdemeanor cases. He was fined $1 and $185.50 costs. His Operator’s License was suspended for 180 days effective on the date of sentencing of March 9.
Is it wrong to contact the dead? I’d like to talk to someone on the other side.
A:
Thank you for picking up on the fact that our Christian season of Lent and Good Friday (April 2) certainly does bring death and darkness into focus: it is the day Jesus was tortured then murdered on a cross. Yet we call the day “good” because it is good news for those who believe in the Savior, Jesus Christ, who then rose from death three days later on Easter Sunday. He has secured our passage to heaven through his blood.
YES, it is wrong to contact the dead. The Bible is very explicit regarding activities which fall under paganism, occultism, witchcraft, white magic and black magic—countless scriptures dealing with what God calls, “divination,” easily located via a simple internet search of the word. What is the Bible saying? These practices are rooted in satanic magic and are forbidden; they are counterfeit activities seeking to impersonate Holy Spirit powers, yet in fact, draw down evil sources of the supernatural. When we participate in anything Satan authors, we inadvertently partner with him and open a door within our minds, bodies and souls. Once doors are open to darkness; demonic influence walks through those openings. It then begins operating harmful, if not, lethal agendas which are clearly stated by Jesus: “The Devil comes only to steal and kill and destroy.” Jesus also explained in that same scripture that he, the Savior, is the one who brings us life (not death.) “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” (John 10:10, 11) Jesus then leaves questions for us to answer: Do we believe the Bible is true? Are we seeking life or death?
When we are pursuing supernatural realms of darkness (like speaking with the dead), we are setting God aside and trying to work around him through powerful means he has declared forbidden. While this may seem exiting, daring, and rebelliously taboo, it is dangerous. Further, when we love someone, we want to be their priority; their focus. Christians say, by the label they wear, that they love God. Yet using anti-Christian means to accomplish anything clearly does not communicate our love to God. We lie when we say we love God yet involve ourselves in what he forbids.
God also tells us in Scripture that our trust in him must be a priority. If we believe Jesus is our Savior, then we’ve signed up for a relationship with Almighty God. Like any relationship, it must be built on trust. When someone contacts the dead, they are usually looking for information. Yet God has given us prayer and prophecy to find that information we seek; and the Holy Spirit delivers it to us personally. We must trust that God provides our answers in this way and in his time—not on-demand like a medium, psychic or fortune teller who has been paid to deliver their services. Those individuals do indeed have power, but it is not from God. They do contact beings in another realm, but it is rarely the person their patron is seeking. Most of the time, entities contacted on the other side are demons impersonating someone we love. It’s what they do as predators. Predators? Yes. Most demons require a body, a human being, to host their evil spirit and successfully infiltrate this world to accomplish their work. Even this fact is a perfect example of the Devil’s counterfeit of our indwelling, Holy Spirit. As believers, we become hosts of our God. The Enemy seeks hosts for his gods, too.
When someone we love dies, we must trust the Lord more than ever. He was the author of their life and the lover of their soul. We must trust that God has handled their death and afterlife via his kind, compassionate and loving means. We cannot change circumstances, regardless, so we must find a way to choose life and not seek death. God is near to the broken-hearted, my friend. He will get you through this, I promise.
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.
Robert “Bob” Jackson, 82, of Brookville, died Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Bradford Place Nursing Home in Hamilton, Ohio.
Bob was born to Andrew and Grace Lassiter Jackson in Panama City, Florida, on August 29, 1938. He attended Bay High School in Panama City, graduating with the class of 1957. On June 10, 1965, Bob married the former Doris Jean Hensley. Bob was an engineer in the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War. He was proud to serve his country from 1958 until his retirement in 1979. Bob was an avid reader. He enjoyed taking care of his canine companions, as well as the birds that visit his yard. Bob will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Doris; sons: Scott Jackson of Brookville, Stephen Jackson and his wife Christine of Maryland; grandson: Nicholas S. Jackson; many friends.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents.
At the request of the family, a private burial service will be conducted at a later date. Showalter Blackwell Long, Fosdick Chapel, Liberty has been entrusted with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society.
Karen A. Reisinger, 63, of Connersville, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Reid Health in Richmond. She was born on February 24, 1958, in Connersville, and is the daughter of the late Joseph Rowe and Linda Lane Rowe.
On March 31, 1992, she married Ray Reisinger in Memphis, Tennessee. They were able to enjoy almost 30 years together.
Karen had been employed at Pizza Hut and Family Dollar. She loved spending time with her family and cherished the moments with her grandkids and kids.
Along with her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Crystal (Ronnie) Lakes and Sharon (David) Parsley, both of Connersville; a son, Jon (Shannon) Lakes, of Connersville; three stepdaughters, Martha (Chad) Price, Kimberly (Eddie) Craig, and Kelly (Shane) Robinson, all of Connersville; two brothers, Chris (Sandy) Rowe, and Robert Rowe; a brother-in-law, Wayne Richardson; grandchildren, Damian Barksdale, Kristina Barksdale, Felicity Lakes, Madison Lakes, Lennon Lakes, Gavin Parsley, Skylar Parsley, Skylar Isaacs, Baylea Isaacs, Kelsie Craig, Brendan Robinson, and Cain Robinson; along with her great-grandchildren, Adalynn Newton, Kayden Bunch, Lanie Lakes, and Slater Isaacs, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Besides her parents, Karen was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother-in-law, Jean Richardson and Kathy and Bill Horn; a brother, Phillip Rowe, and two nephews, Bryan Rowe and JJ Rowe.
Visitation for Karen will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, Connersville. The funeral service will begin at 7 p.m., at the funeral home.
A Political Column by Larry Wiwi, a Franklin County resident
Dear Indiana Senator Raatz and Representative Lyness,
I do appreciate the updates you regularly send regarding the work you are doing in the State of Indiana – budget, education, covid, power balancing among the state government branches, etc., it is important work and glad you are working it especially the power balancing work, however there is a much larger balance of power effort you seem to be missing entirely – federal power versus state power.
I am not certain that you completely grasp the implications of the outcome of the 2020 elections and seem to be complacent to focus on state issues while doing nothing to check the actions of the federal government which is frankly trampling all over Indiana citizens which I will explain later, but first need to remind you how the Constitution was set up to share power between the people, the states and the federal government: Prior to the ill-conceived 17th amendment, citizens exercised power on the federal government by electing members to the House, and the states exercised power on the federal government by the selection of Senators via state legislatures. It is unfortunate that this power was removed from the states, but the point is states are expected to use their authority to keep a balance of power with the federal government and keep it in check – your scope of responsibility is much greater than simply within the bounds of the state’s borders.
If you don’t believe me, then consider this from Alexander Hamilton in Federalist 85: “We may safely rely on the disposition of the State legislatures to erect barriers against the encroachments of the national authority.”
The party largely in control of congress and certainly the White House has done or is pursuing things seriously threatening or trampling Indiana citizens’ rights and here are some top examples:
The $1.9 trillion “covid relief bill” has significant funds to bail out blue states who, due to poor policies were already deeply in debt before the covid pandemic, and now Hoosier voters who have wisely voted for sound fiscal management in our state are being forced to pay for the mismanagement of the blue states – a subtle form of slavery, yet I hear no protest or actions from you.
The opening of the borders and allowing this resurgence of illegal immigration is a serious threat to Hoosiers in multiple ways: 1) The sheer number of illegals puts downward pressure on wages and raises the cost to Indiana taxpayers for education, law enforcement, etc,: 2) Our personal safety is at risk since more than a fair share of these illegals have criminal backgrounds and the sheer numbers of illegal crossings make it far easier for terrorists to enter our country; 3) Covid infection rates of 10-25% have been reported among illegals but they are not being quarantined and instead are being transported throughout the country. Despite these risks, what do we hear from our state capital? Nothing.
The proposed HR 1 voting bill and proposed gun control laws if passed, will only further add to the rights of Hoosiers being trampled.
That said dear sirs, exactly what will it take to spur you to action?
Michael David ‘Mike” Vanover, 72, of Connersville, passed away early morning Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at his home.
He was born June 4, 1947, in Lynch, Kentucky, but grew up in London, Kentucky. His parents were Jack Vanover Sr. and Mary Louise Reams Vanover. He served in Vietnam from August 10, 1966 to June 5, 1968. His service was in the Army.
He moved to Connersville in 1970, and worked at Roots Blower until he became manager at Plaza Lanes, which he later purchased.
He married Beth Greene June 10, 1989, in the First United Methodist Church in Connersville.
He was a member of Warren Lodge #15 F&AM and was proud of his son who became Worshipful Master. He also was a member of the Lions Club.
In his leisure time, he bowled in tournaments here and out of state. But his real love was playing golf with his many friends.Going home to see his family in Kentucky or taking trips with his Indiana family gave him much joy.
He also supported the CHS bowling team by providing a place to practice and lending his expertise. Saturday, March 27, the team was in Fort Wayne at State and received third place. They posted they had lost a leader, mentor, and friend. Gone but not forgotten. #strikeformike
Those that knew him well would say he was laid back and calm but look out for that wicked sense of humor, guaranteed to bring a laugh or smile. That will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his wife, Beth, and their only child, Kelsi Vanover; a son, Matt Vanover, and grandson, Aaron Vanover, and a stepson, Darrin Shelley. Both were sons with his first wife, who passed away. He is also survived by two brothers, Russell (Helen) Vanover Sr., Randall Vanover, and Jack Vanover, all of London, Kentucky; two sisters, Linda Burkhart and Martha (Tracy) Baker, of London, Kentucky; two sisters in law, Kristi (Jeff) Martin, of Connersville, and Lisa (Brad) Caldwell, of St. Peters, Missouri; and his father and mother-in-law, Dr. Phil and Donna Greene. Also surviving are a nephew and nieces in Missouri, one niece and three nephews in Connersville; five nephews and one niece in London, and five great nephews and six great nieces in London.
Deceased grandparents are Mack and Minnie Cochran Reams and George Vanover Sr. and Maggie Hobbs Vanover, of London, Kentucky; and Beth’s grandmother, Pansye Neal, of Connersville, to whom he was very close.
Visitation for Mike will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 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 Pastor Frank Oakman officiating. Burial will follow in Dale Cemetery.
Sally Marie Apple, 84, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord early Monday morning, March 29, 2021, at Reid Health, Richmond.
Sally was born October 21, 1936, in Connersville, to Delmar and Helen Sherwood Brown.
For more than 32 years, she was employed at GTE as a switchboard operator in various facilities, and she retired as a supervisor in 1993.
On December 28, 1989, she was married to Gary L. Apple of Richmond, and they made Connersville their residence.
For 17 years, she was the church secretary for Centerville Christian Church. She also frequently attended Connersville Baptist Church with her husband.
In her leisure, she enjoyed painting, sewing, cutting grass and working around her home. While as the church secretary, she enjoyed displaying photos of all the church’s newborn babies in her office.
Survivors include her husband, Gary L. Apple; a daughter, Robin Bolduc of Valrico, Florida; three step-children, Jerry (Wendy) Apple of Louisville, Kentucky, Bill (Ruth) Apple of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Andrew C. Apple of Dade City, Florida; two granddaughters, Megan Jackson of Connersville and Rebekah Jackson of Seffner, Florida; two great grandchildren, Emily Sweet and Ryann Jae Boggs; a great-great granddaughter, Nova LayPoole; a sister, Dianne (Robert) Reynolds of Connersville; and a brother, Doug (Sandy) Brown of Connersville. She is also blessed with several step-grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a great-grandson, Tucker Jackson, and four brothers, Marion DuBois, William Dubois, Loral Dubois, and Bernard Brown.
Friends may visit from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thursday, April 1, 2021, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, April 2, 2021, at Centerville Christian Church, 111 Morton Avenue, with Pastor Wes Sewell officiating. Burial will follow at Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Sally to the Fayette County Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.
