Obituary for Robert Schubert

ROBERT SCHUBERT

Robert Schubert, age 88, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday February 3, 2022, at Oxford Health Care in Oxford, Ohio. Bob was born on May 12, 1933, in Harriman Tennessee. He was one of 12 children of the late J.L. and Annie Hazel Van Schubert. 

On August 19, 1991, he married the former Virginia Osborn. They enjoyed 30 years together before she passed on January 3, 2022. 

He was a member of the Orange Christian Church and had served in the US Army. He retired from Amedco in Richmond after 12 years of service and had also work at Gear Works in Richmond for 17 years. 

He enjoyed fishing, playing horseshoes, and working on garden tractors.

He is survived by a daughter, Charlene (Bob) Clark; sons, Frank (Kim) Denton, Michael (Paula) Schubert, Larry Scott (Teresa) Adams and Vincent Ray (Dottie) Adams; brothers, John, Kenneth, Jack, Melvin and Joe Schubert; 12 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; eight great great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is preceded by his first wife, Ramona Beach Schubert; brothers, James and Jerry Schubert; sisters Willie Davis, Betty Davis, Robbie Lucille and Margaret Pelfry; and a grandson, Robert C. Schubert.

Per Robert’s wishes there will be no public services.

Urban Winkler Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with the services.

To sign the online guestbook or to send the family a message, please visit www.urbanwinklerfuneralhome.com

Obituary for Dennis W. Osborn

DENNIS W. OSBORN

Dennis W. Osborn, 62, of Connersville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 5, 2022 after a two month stay at Reid Health, Richmond.

Dennis was born March 17, 1959, at Reid Health in Richmond, to Evan S. Osborn and Anna L. Gindling, and he was a 1977 graduate of Connersville High School. He grew up with his sister, Virginia, and brothers, Evan, Ronald, and Charles Osborn. In his younger years, he spent his time with his siblings and parents on the farm and learned to work on cars from his dad and brothers. He later was known for doing body work and painting vehicles and motorcycles at Scripture Chevrolet and also for friends and family.

Before his illness, he worked at Hogan Stamping in Harrison, Ohio.

In May of 1995, he married Amy Taylor and they share his most prized possession, his son, Evan D. Osborn, born in October, 2003.

Dennis enjoyed car shows, mowing with his John Deere, riding his Harley, being with his son and attending his school activities. He was very well known with all of the band kids.

He leaves behind his only beloved son, Evan D. Osborn of Connersville; two brothers, Ronald Osborn and Charles (Leona) Osborn, both of Connersville; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Virginia Schubert; and his brother, Evan Osborn.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 9, 2022, where friends may visit from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Pastor Shawn O’Connor will officiate. Burial will be at Webb Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Park Place Church of God Scholarship Fund for the benefit of Evan’s ongoing education.

Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

Obituary for Sandra Kay Ingram

SANDRA KAY INGRAM

Sandra Kay Ingram, 74, of Rushville, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022, at her residence.

She was born January 16, 1948, in Rushville, to Fred and Marjorie Kennedy Campbell.

On April 27, 1974, she married Winright Ingram in Rushville. Mr. Ingram passed away February 20, 2013.

A devoted homemaker, she always had her home open to her family and others. She enjoyed acquiring dolphin collectables, coloring, and going to Bingo games. She was also an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan.

Survivors include her children, Sheila Love of Greensburg, Tammie Cress of Rushville, James (Anthony) Moore of Newpoint, Wendy (Charles) Isaacs of Laurel, Michele Gray of Rushville, Rachel (Boyd) Isaacs of Laurel, Christina (Joby) Ingram of Connersville, Barbara Ingram of Greensburg, Gloria (Ronnie) Stapler of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Helen Frasher of Connersville, June (Bob) Harvey of Laurel, and a bonus daughter, Tammy (Joe) Bergen of Rushville; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; two brothers, David Cross and Jeff Cross, both of Rushville; several siblings who reside in California; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Winright Ingram; her parents; her bonus dad, Everett “Moe” Cross; two sons, William Moore and Dennis Ingram; a daughter, Ruth Ingram; and a brother, Daniel Cross.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 12, 2022, where friends may visit from 11 a.m. until the time of service at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Burial will be at East Hill Cemetery in Rushville.

Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com. 

Obituary for David Owen Duncan

DAVID OWEN DUNCAN

David Owen Duncan, 62, formerly of Connersville, passed away Saturday evening, February 5, 2022 at Our Hospice of Southeastern Indiana in Columbus.

David was born August 9, 1959, in Connersville, one of seven children of Stanley Glenn and Shirley Ann Myers Duncan.
For more than 20 years, he owned and operated D&D Tree Service.

On June 4, 2005, he was married in Connersville to Nellie Marie Hammond. Mrs. Duncan passed away February 8, 2010.

He was an avid cannabis connoisseur. He enjoyed many outdoor activities, including hunting, fishing, and searching for mushrooms, rocks, and ginseng. He was also an Indianapolis Colts fan.

Survivors include his companion, Maranda Hollingsworth of Somerset, Kentucky; eight children, Misty (Jeff) Storey of Columbus, Stormi (Brady) Peters of Trenton, Ohio, Kimberly Ritchey of Peachland, North Carolina, Benjamin Duncan, Kevin (Rebecca) Duncan, Devin Duncan, and Michael (Nicole) Richmond, all of Connersville, and Adam Ritchie of Williamstown, Kentucky; many grandchildren and one great-grandchild; four siblings, Steve (Annette) Duncan of Greenfield, Yvonne (Larry) Davis of Connersville, Beverly Isaacs of Columbus, and Donald Duncan of Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Besides his wife, Nellie Marie Duncan, he is preceded in death by his parents; a son, David Duncan, Jr.; two brothers, Ricky Duncan and Phillip Duncan; and a sister, Linda Loyd.

Funeral services will be conducted at 5 p.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2022, where friends may visit from 3 p.m. until the time of service at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Eric Hopkins will officiate.

Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

Obituary for Levi Stephen Marcum

LEVI STEPHEN MARCUM

Levi Stephen Marcum, 80, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Friday morning, February 4, 2022, at Reid Health of Richmond where he had been a patient for the past 10 days.

Levi was born in Laurel, on October 12, 1941, one of seven children of Steve and Isabelle Johnson Marcum and was a 1961 graduate of Laurel High School where he was a member of the Laurel Varsity Basketball team.

A proud veteran, Levi served his country for four years with the United States Navy and traveled throughout the world.

For 34 years, he was employed for Philco-Ford, retiring in 2000.

On September 22, 1989, he was married in Connersville to Cathy Lee Hilbert, who survives.

Levi was a faithful member of Everton Southern Baptist Church where he had been Sunday School Director. For some years, he had attended the Laurel Pentecostal Church. An ordained minister, he had also preached at various churches.

He was an avid golfer and fisherman. Some of his favorite memories were spent with his family and church family fishing. In his leisure, he coached both boys and girls basketball, T-ball, and softball, and was known to many as “Coach”.

Besides his wife of 32 years, Cathy Marcum, survivors include five daughters, Lora (Bruce) Price of Connersville, Kristie (William) Vail of Liberty, Jana Lynn Conaway of Glenwood, Jennifer (Doug) Miller of Indianapolis, and Julie (Ryan) Watson of McCordsville; 14 grandchildren, Stephen (Ashley) Price of Connersville, Bradley (Kinsey) Price of Connersville, Patrick (Kenzie) Price of Clarksville, Tennessee, Zachary (Lacey) Price of Liberty, Trevor Vail of Richmond, Kate (Skyler) Walling of Connersville, Jacob (Kelsi) Johnson of Connersville, Elena (Collin) Jennings of Liberty, Austin (Cierra) Conaway of Metamora, Rayfe Conaway of Glenwood, Maci and Lyla Miller of Indianapolis, Graci and Callie Watson of McCordsville; many great grandchildren; two sisters, Virginia “Jenny/Sis” Youngman of Batesville, Indiana and Louise Miller of Berea, Kentucky; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents and four siblings, Tom L. Marcum, Mary Lou Smallwood, Bertha “Sue” Marcum, and an infant brother.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Everton Southern Baptist Church with Reverend Tom Marshall officiating. Friends may visit from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in Dale Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by Fayette County Veterans Council. Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Everton Southern Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

Obituary for Terry L. Meyers

TERRY L. MEYERS

Terry L. Meyers, age 60, of Brookville, died Monday morning February 7, 2022, at Indiana University Hospital Medical Center in Indianapolis, following a lengthy illness. 

Born January 29, 1962, in Rushville, he was the son of the late John Robert and Mary Ruth (Alfred) Meyers. On June 21, 1985, he was united in marriage to the former Cinda Sue Cooley, and she survives.

Terry worked in construction for many years until his health began to fail.  In his leisure, he enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren; and volunteering his time at the Franklin County Animal Shelter, walking and caring for the shelter animals. 

Besides Cinda, his loving wife of more than 36 years, survivors include a daughter, April Geiling of Brookville, a step-daughter, Angie Knight of Connersville; his grandchildren, Ava Geiling and Axton Geiling; as well as a brother, John Eugene Meyers of Laurel.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Loretta Davidson and Tracy Lynn Bost; and a brother, Wendell Randall Meyers.

Services will be held for the family with burial at Everton Cemetery in Everton. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Meyers family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences to the family please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.

Obituary for Jackie (Jack) Wayne Collins

JACKIE (JACK) WAYNE COLLINS

Jackie (Jack) Wayne Collins, age 76, of Metamora, passed away peacefully at home on February 3, 2022, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

Jack was born March 19, 1945, in Harlan, Kentucky to Dewey and Berniece Collins (Stewart).

Jack joined the United States Army in 1961, and proudly served his country from 1961 to 1965.

On October 1, 1966, he married the love of his life Mary Ann Collins (Egbers). They had six children Jennifer Schnitker (Greg) Brookville, Todd Collins (Christin) Darrtown Ohio, Jacque Collins (Kevin Banks) Metamora, Tiffany Collins Laurel, Jason Collins (Kate) Metamora and Nicole Marshall (Jim) Brookville.

Jack was a Carpenter until retirement. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and softball before losing his sight. After losing his vison, Jack became active in new adaptive sporting events. He participated in The Veterans Golden Age Games, The Blind Golf Association Tee Tournament, Summer Sports Clinic and Winter Sports Clinics. Jack had always been able to put words to rhyme, but after losing his sight he enjoyed writing inspirational poetry and sharing his poems with nearly everyone he met. 

 Preceding him in death were his parents Dewey and Berniece Collins and sister Bobbi Colebank.

Jack is survived by his wife Mary, their children, and grandchildren. Grandchildren include Stephanie, Ryan, Mathew, Tyler, MacKenzie, Tim, Sophia, Samantha, Megan, Brady, Karly, Karly and Faith. Great-grandchildren include Rylee, Liam, Millie, Oliver, Luellen, and Benjamin. His siblings: James of Ft Meyers Florida, Carol (Mark) November of Cincinnati Ohio, Rhonda Bishop of Lawrenceburg, Dave (Carol) Collins Lawrenceburg, Cathy (Mike) McHenry of Lawrenceburg and in-laws and many nieces and nephews.

The family has chosen to have a Celebration of Life at a later date.  The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Collins family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .

Obituary for Freda F. Davis

FREDA F. DAVIS

Freda F. Davis, age 97, of Brookville, died Thursday, February 3, 2022, at the Knolls of Oxford where she had been a resident for several years.    

Born December 11, 1924 in Aberdeen, Ohio she was one of five children born to the late Fred M. and Maude Elizabeth (Baber) Gray. She was united in marriage on September 8, 1945, to the late Marvin L. Davis, and he preceded her in death on December 22, 1987.

A homemaker, in her leisure time she enjoyed flowers and flower gardening, as well as following the Cincinnati Reds.

Survivors include six children, Loren “Butch” (Maria) Davis of Osgood, Rick (Joanne) Davis of Connersville, Melody Brummett of Brookville, Mary Sue (Jamey Conrad) Rutledge of Brookville Jeff (Joyce) Davis of Brookville, and Joel Davis of Brookville; 21 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, as well as three great-great grandchildren with another on the way in.

 In addition to her parents, and husband Marvin, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Melinda Knippenberg; four brothers, Fred Gray Jr., Dodson Gray, Bill Gray and Harold Gray.

Family and friends may visit from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Jerry Rader will officiate the Funeral Services on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, 11 a.m. at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, with burial following in Dale Cemetery in Connersville.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the EW Tatman Underprivileged Childrens Fund. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Davis family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences to the family please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.

Obituary for Gene A. Manuel

GENE A. MANUEL

Gene A. Manuel, age 76, of Laurel, died Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Reid Health in Richmond. 

Born January 14, 1946, in Roane County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Huel “Pete” and Bertha A. (Lowery) Manuel.  

He was retired, having worked for many years as a well driller, and in construction. In his leisure time, he enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing.   

Survivors include a daughter, Lavetta Ritchie of Texas, a sister, Rease White; as well as several grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons, David and Mark Anthony, three sisters, Nellie Manuel, Effie Frost, and Nancy Melton, as well as two brothers, James Slover and Joe Manuel.

Family and friends may visit from 12 Noon until 1 p.m. on Monday, February 7, 2022, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

His nephew John Frost will officiate the Funeral Services on Monday, February 7, 2022, 1 p.m., at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home. Burial will then follow in Haytown Hill Cemetery in Metamora. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Manuel family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences to the family please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com.

UC candidates for Primary Election

Provided by Union County Clerk’s Office

Clerk

Susan Ray, Democrat

Assessor

Diana L. Baker, Democrat

Recorder

Loree A. Persinger, Democrat

Tammy K. Davis Hartman, Republican

Shelby (Baker) Robbins, Republican

Sue A. Rude, Republican

Sheriff

Jeffrey D. Franklin, Democrat

Jeffrey Wayne Adams, Republican

Zach Bostick, Republican

Kirk A. Bryson, Republican

County Council District 1

Ravenna Gavin Brown, Republican

County Council District 2

Jim Hensley Jr., Democrat

Tyler Clavell, Republican

County Council District 3

Nancy Witter, Republican

County Council District 4

Trisha Dearth Persinger, Republican

County Commissioner

Howard N. Curry, Republican

Prosecutor

Andrew (A.J.) Bryson, Democrat

Surveyor

Ted Young, Republican

Judge

Matthew R. Cox, Republican