Obituary for Joseph Clinton Chandler

JOSEPH CLINTON CHANDLER

Joseph Clinton Chandler, 85 of Milroy, passed away on October 24, 2021, at his home. He was born in Laurel to the late Martha Gladys (Dunn) Chandler and William Howard Chandler on April 21, 1936. He worked at Admiral Corporation as a mill worker and was foreman over the mill room for 35 years and also worked for Rockwell International Corporation. Joseph is a member of Big Flat Rock Christian Church. His interests were refurnishing old homes and rebuilding old cars. Most of all he loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Joseph loved to travel and spoil the children.

He is survived by the love of his life, Irma Jean Moore (Burgay) Chandler, children, Joseph Lee (Patricia) Chandler , John Allen Chandler (deceased) , widow, Suzie Love, Angela Jean (Brent) Huffman, Andrea Jane (Perry) Boles, Goddaughter, Gail (Pete) Wilder; brother Clarence “Bud” (Linda) Chandler of Indianapolis and sister, Katherine “Katie” (companion, Ron) Reed of Greencastle. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Amy Jo (Tom) Daugherty, Jonathan David Allen Chandler, Timothy Allen Sorrell, Megan Susanne Renee Chandler, Sylvia Jane Sorrell (Adam) Thomas and Perry David (companion, Taylor Winzenread) Boles II, Alyssa Jane Boles and 13 great-grandchildren.

Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, son, John Allen Chandler; grandson, Jerran Lee Chandler, siblings Hubert Gerrian, Patricia Matney, Bill Chandler, Bonnie Chandler, and Jerry Chandler.

Services will be held on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at 10 a.m. in Moster Mortuary, with Pastor Mitchell Beard presiding. Friends are welcome to visit the family from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, in the mortuary. Burial will be held in East Brook Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made out to Big Flat Rock Christian Church.

Obituary for Carol A. Litmer

CAROL A. LITMER

Carol A. Litmer, age 81 of Enochsburg, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Born March 22, 1940, in Covington, Kentucky, she is the daughter of Loretta (Nee: Anthe) and William Fisher and was a graduate of New Point High School. Carol was class president and valedictorian of her 1958 graduating class. She married Dan Litmer October 10, 1959, at St. John’s Church in Enochsburg. They were a great dancing team and most Saturday nights you could find them on the dance floor of the Eagles Club in Batesville with their friends. She worked at JAWACDAH Farm and the Fireside Inn for many years.

Carol had a love for animals, especially horses and dogs. Pets’ Pal the horse and Velvet the terrier were her favorites. She raised Boston Terriers for years and spoiled many puppies over that time. Other interests included she and Dan frequenting tractor shows where Carol would shop for bargains at the flea markets. She loved history, especially the Civil War and the ancient Egyptian pyramids and watched countless hours of the History Channel. Intrigued by mysteries, she also watched Forensic Files in addition to reruns of the western Gunsmoke. Carol was quite proud of the rose bush in front of her house she nurtured, which through the years has become as large as it is beautiful. According to her family, recounting stories from the past always put a smile on her face. They also teased that her family job was to worry, she served as Dan’s caretaker/warden depending on who you asked and that she was a black belt ninja with a fly swatter … and she wasn’t afraid to use it on the boys.

Carol is survived by her sons Scott (Elena) and Chris (Kimberly) Litmer of Enochsburg and grandchildren Konstantin Paramonov and Luci Grubb. In addition to her husband and parents, she is also preceded in death by her son William Litmer and sisters Jeanette Litmer and Margie Litmer.

Visitation will be Saturday, October 30, from 9 – 11 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Enochsburg. Funeral services follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Bill Ehalt officiating and burial in the church cemetery. The family requests memorials to the New Point Volunteer Fire Department or Our Hospice.

Obituary for Carol Sue Hooten

CAROL SUE HOOTEN

Carol Sue Hooten, 62, of Greensburg, passed away on October 24, 2021. She was born to Alma and Gilbert Vierling in Batesville, on December 23, 1958.

Carol is survived by her three sons, Jason Walston (Amanda), Rocky Hollin (Allison), and Steven Hollin (Racheal); grandchildren, Darian Walston, Trealan, Railea, Ryder, Miles Hollin, Grayson Hollin, and one on the way; siblings, Rosie Gaulk, Mary Spaulding, Sandy Vierling, Linda Morris, Ann Graves, Laura Halcomb, Lloyd Vierling, Ralph, John, and Bruce Vierling; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alma and Gilbert Vierling; nephews, Jonathan Vierling and Jared Wilson; and niece, Serina Vierling.

Services and burial will take place at a later date.

Obituary for Robert H. Bucker

ROBERT H. BUCKER

Robert H. Bucker, age 95 passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at the Waters of Batesville. The son of Anthony and Mary (Schwertfeger) Bucker was born on February 10, 1926, on his family farm in Batesville.

Robert was a proud US Army WWII veteran serving in Europe during the war. He was a life-long farmer working his farm in Batesville. Robert was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church.

Visitation will be Wednesday, October 27, 2021, from 10-11 a.m. followed by 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial all at Holy Family Church in Oldenburg. Fr. Carl Langenderfer OFM officiating. Burial to follow in Holy Family Church Cemetery with military with graveside military honors conducted by the Batesville VFW Post #3183 and Prell-Bland American Legion Post #271.  

Obituary for Marva Jane Perkins

MARVA JANE PERKINS

Marva Jane Perkins, 83, of Connersville, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021. She was born on December 7, 1938, in Connersville, to the late Harry Gibson and Marguerite Davis Gibson.

Marva was a graduate of Connersville High School in 1957.

On June 15, 1982, she married Dennis Perkins Sr. in Connersville. She was a devoted member of Higher Praise Worship Center, where she was involved in the ministry in serving in the nursery and in the hospitality side of the church, helping serve dinners when needed. Marva enjoyed being in the Connect Group at Higher Praise, was a Deaconess, on the Praise Team and being a greeter. She loved being surrounded by her church family.

When Marva wasn’t at church, you could often find her surrounded by children and her family, she took great pride in taking care of her family. She loved to cook and try new recipes with her friends, Layne Allen and Sharon Gaines. Marva also enjoyed going on a nice road trip.

Marva is survived by her loving husband Dennis of 39 years; sons, Jeff Gibson, Rick Gibson and Dennis (Kristin) Perkins; a sister, Birdie Gibson; grandchildren, Ashley Watkins, Randy (Amy) Watkins and Jayda Perkins; great grandchildren, Taylor Watkins, Dontae Watkins, Tianna Wagers and Aden Jerrell; sister in laws, Pat Gibson and Bashanna Pickering; a cousin, Pam Craig and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Melvin Gibson; an Aunt Isabell Craig; cousins, Duane Craig, James Herman Craig and Timothy Craig; and brother in law, Terry Collins.

Visitation for Marva will be held on Friday, October 29, 2021, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Higher Praise Worship Center, 812 W. Ziegler Road, Connersville. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. with Pastor Richie Ware officiating. Urban Winkler funeral home is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.

Obituary for Cathy Marie Spicer

CATHY MARIE SPICER

Cathy Marie Spicer, 68, of Connersville, passed away Wednesday evening, October 20, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

She was born October 14, 1953 in Connersville, one of nine children of Estel and Joyce Feeback Marcum.

In February of 2002, Cathy married Garland Spicer in Centerville. Mr. Spicer survives.

For a number of years, she was a laundry attendant at Pinehurst in Centerville.

In her leisure, Cathy enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time on her computer playing the game “Vegas World.”

Survivors include her husband, Garland Spicer; two daughters, Jennifer (J.R. Roberts) Marcum of Falmouth and Ashley Blake of Connersville; a granddaughter, Breeanna Corn of Connersville; and seven siblings, Bobby (Linda) Marcum of College Corner, Ohio, Sharon (Leon) Fisher of Connersville, Gary (Renee) Marcum of Hagerstown, Regina (Joe) Baxter of Surgoinsville, Tennessee, Amy Marcum of Connersville, Darlene (Steve) Robinson of New Castle, and Marlene (Jason) Molar of Cambridge City. She is also blessed with a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents; twin grandchildren, Faith and James Roberts; a grandson, Roscoe James Roberts; and a brother, James Estel Marcum.

Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home with Pastor Roy Redd officiating. Burial following cremation will be in Laurel North Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesday and anytime online at millermosterrobbins.com.

FC Court News (Civil)

Provided by the Franklin Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

Civil Court

Default Judgment

First Financial Bank vs. Nicholas A. Gregory for the plaintiff in the amount of $5,826.01, plus interest at the statutory rate of 8 percent per annum and court costs.

Velocity Investments, LLC assignee of Prosper Funding LLC assignee of WebBank vs. Daniel Contz AKA Daniel A. Clontz for the plaintiff in the amount of $22,128.50, plus interest at the statutory rate of 8 percent per annum and court costs.

Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Mark L. Johnson for the plaintiff in the amount of $979.63 together with post-judgment interest thereon at the rate of 8 percent from the date of judgment until satisfied plus costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Stacy A. Riehle AKA Stacy Abercrombie for the plaintiff in the amount of $821.59 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Charles Webb for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,711.44 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Daniel Clontz for the plaintiff in the amount of $16,506.37 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Cassie Roth for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,940.59 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and costs.

Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. vs. Nate A. Garrett for the plaintiff in the amount of $5,902.42.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Zackery Mills for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,000.23 plus continuing post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum and costs.

Capital One Bank (USA), N.A. vs. Heather E. Roberts AKA Heather E. Brewer for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,042.09.

Discover Bank vs. Timothy J. Eads for the plaintiff in the amount of $12,339.24 which shall accrue interest at the statutory rate of 8 percent per annum.

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Gregory Creekmore for the plaintiff in the amount of $818.12.

Midland credit Management Inc. vs. Brittany Sparks for the plaintiff in the amount of $825.81 together with post-judgment interest thereon at the rate of 8 percent from the date of this judgment until satisfied plus costs.

Absolute Resolutions Investments, LLC vs. Cynthia K. Sweney for the plaintiff in the amount of $5,500.91 plus costs.

Indiana Farmers Mutual Insurance Company as subrogee of Erika Lane, Tayonna Mitchell and Amanda Mitchell vs. Logan Stillions for the plaintiffs in the amount of $45,597.42 plus post-judgment interest at the rate of 8 percent per annum until paid in full.

Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Colleen M. Burch for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,277.62 together with post-judgment interest thereon at the rate of 8 percent from the date of this judgment until satisfied plus costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Buddy Marcum for the plaintiff in the amount of $3,449.54.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Ashley Walls AKA Ashley Holt for the plaintiff in the amount of $952.76.

Eagle Loan Company of Ohio Inc. vs. Cody Elza and Jessica Elza for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,151.73 and thereafter from the date of judgment at 8 percent per annum plus costs.

Judgment

Midland Funding LLC vs. Scott Martin for the plaintiff in the amount of $552.07 plus costs.

Midland Funding LLC vs. Amber Carr for the plaintiff in the amount of $728.73 plus costs.

Somerset Place Apartments LLC AKA Fry Estates Apartments vs. Logan E. Williams for the plaintiff in the amount of $2,262 plus interest from the date of judgment at the rate of 8 percent per annum until paid plus costs.

OneMain Financial Group LLC successor by merger to Onemain Financial Services, Inc. as servicer for (Asf) Issuer Loan Trustee for Onemain Financial Issuance Trust 2019-A vs. Daniel D. Wilson for the plaintiff in the amount of $11,218.83 plus $185 costs.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Zackery Mills for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,192.23.

One Advantage LLC vs. David C. Ferry for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,888.36 plus post-judgment interest at 8 percent and $185 costs.

Agreed Judgment

Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Danny Markland for the plaintiff in the amount of $721.21 plut costs and post-judgment interest at the statutory rate of 8 percent per annum.

Summary Judgment

Cavalry SPV I, LLC vs. Clarence E. Tibbetts Jr., for the plaintiff in the amount of $3,139.15 plus judgment interest hereafter at the rate of 8 percent per year and costs herein.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Denise Pence for the plaintiff in the amount of $563.12 with post-judgment interest on the total damages at a rate of 8 percent per annum plus $185 costs.

Divorce

Caressa Miles and Logan Catron, dissolution of marriage granted.

Christopher D. Ladd and Maranda M. Ladd dissolution of marriage granted.

Small Claims

Agreed Judgment

Finance System of Richmond Inc. vs. Hillary Lee Harrison for the plaintiff in the amount of $1,479.12 plus post-judgment interest and sheriff’s service fee.

Obituary for Donald E. Kramer

DONALD E. KRAMER

Donald E. Kramer of Batesville, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021, at Margaret Mary Health. He was 91 years old. Born on November 20, 1929, in Batesville, he was the son of Arthur E. and Edna (Crowell) Kramer.

The proud US Army Veteran serving during Korea. Donald married Lillian Prackel and she passed away in 1996. He worked for Batesville Casket Company for 44 years before retiring in January 1992.

Donald was a long-time member of the Batesville Masonic Lodge #668 F & AM and served as Master five times throughout the years. He was a member of the Scottish Rite of Indianapolis and York Rite of Greensburg.

Donald was a life member of the Batesville VFW and the National Rifle Association (NRA). He also belonged to the Prell-Bland American Legion and the National Muzzle Loaders Rifle Assoc. (NMLRA) along with Tri-County Coon Hunters and the Laughery Valley Firearms. Obviously, Donald loved his guns and was a gunsmith. He hand-made various muzzle loader rifles and enjoyed shooting them.

Visitation will be Friday, October 29, 2021, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. with Masonic Services at 1 p.m. all at Meyers Funeral Home in Batesville. Burial will follow at St. Mark Cemetery with graveside military honors conducted by the Batesville VFW Post #3183 and Prell-Bland American Legion Post #271.  

Memorial donations may be made to Shriner’s Hospitals for Children by bringing to services or mailing to, Meyers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 202, Batesville, IN 47006. You are welcome to leave a message here for the family in the online guestbook.

FC Arrests from October 14 through October 16

Provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department

October 14

Kenneth D. Bentz, 58, Greendale, was arrested at 1 p.m. at the Dearborn County Jail by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy R. Gordon on an Arrest Warrant.

Ethan L. Hamilton, Iowa Avenue, Connersville, was arrested at 3:46 a.m., at the intersection of Indiana 1 and Laurel Road, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy D. Enzinger on two Arrest Warrants.

Nathan A. Seitz, 33, Rising Sun, was arrested at 1 p.m., at the Dearborn County Jail by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy R. Gordon for Criminal Recklessness and Criminal Mischief.

October 16

Jordan M. Bowlin, 35, Carlisle, Ohio, was arrested at 11 p.m. at Laurel, by Franklin County Sheriff’s Department Deputy K. Hartman for Disorderly Conduct.

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There was a light in the corner of my room…

Theological column by Adrienne Greene

Q:                                                                                                                                     

Dear Pastor,

Two weeks before my husband died, we both saw a bright light in the corner of our bedroom. It came again the following week and he died soon after. What was that?

A:

First, I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband. Please know that the Lord is near to widows and orphans. He has a special place in his heart for them (Jeremiah 49:11.) As strange as it may seem, press your broken heart toward Jesus and ask him to fill up the void that death has left inside you; your home and your world. As we all know, death is a part of life. But it’s the worst part.

I was a Chaplain for many years in a hospital near Terre Haute, Indiana. As a result, I saw many supernatural things occur as I made my rounds down the hospital hallways and into the rooms of those who needing spiritual assistance. I know exactly what you and your husband saw: the entrance to heaven and/or the appearance of heavenly hosts. This phenomenon, which is not a mirage, a fantasy, a ghostly specter or a psychotic vision, is almost always present when a believer in Christ dies. Heaven comes to retrieve those who belong to Jesus. He himself appears to his beloved…or he sends the angelic hosts to help the departing cross-over. As I sat next to the bedsides of folks who were dying, these unusual sights of light or angels or Jesus himself, occurred. If the person could still speak, they would often talk about what they saw. Sometimes, only the dying could see the light. Other times, everyone in the room… those whose spirits were filled with the Holy Spirit through salvation in Jesus Christ…could observe this strange experience.

Hymns have been written about this heavenly light as the saints of old reminded us about God’s sparkling presence. People who die and come back often remember a blinding light that guided them and helped them to return. God himself is made up of this light, so wherever heaven breaks in, there is always light: “And there will no longer be any night; and they will not have need of the light of a lamp nor the light of the sun, because the Lord God will illumine them; and they will reign forever and ever” (Revelation 22:5, NASB95.)

There are many episodes documented in the Bible where heaven meets earth and light breaks out. But there is no specific scripture for what I’m saying. I’m simply relaying to you what I know from personal experience: heaven comes down to retrieve its own. The light was observed by both you and your husband as a mercy from our Lord. He may have sent an angel to open the heavenly portal that your husband would soon pass through. The light may have helped to prepare you for what was to come.

That said, not every person who reads my commentary and writes to me, are Christians. If your home is not Christian, then that changes things a bit. The Bible says this: “The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.” (2 Peter 3:9) This means that God never sends anyone to hell. No, people choose it for themselves when they reject the cross of Christ. God’s desire is for everyone to be saved and to come with him to heaven when they die. If you and your husband were not believers, this light is God’s pursuit of your souls.

It is my belief that our God stalks unbelievers throughout their lives…even to their last breath. Jesus comes to the bedside of the dying to ask one last time if they will accept him as their Savior. That light could have been the precursor to that moment, if your husband was not a Christian. The angelic beings were paving the way for the Savior to visit on that final time. For you, if you are not yet receiving Christ, you now have the information, through my response here, to understand that God is good, he loves you and he yearns for you to believe in him. Either way, your light was God. The heavenly realm entered your room. I would praise the Lord in deep worship for this privilege of seeing something so magnificent.

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 videos and insights.

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