Jerome Paul Honkomp (“Jerry”/”Whitey”), 89, of Batesville, passed away on September 26, 2021. He was born in Cincinnati to Harry and Loretta Honkomp on September 5, 1932.
Jerry was a graduate of Elder High School and went on to proudly serve our country in the United States Air Force. He had a long career with the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier and later as a postmaster before retiring. After retiring, he continued to work part time as a realtor and security on the casino boat until he was 78 years old.
Jerry loved sports, especially the Cincinnati Reds. He enjoyed picking blackberries with his kids so they could have homemade cobbler, Top Hat beer when attempting to fix his car, HeeHaw, homemade goetta, ice cream and popcorn night!
Jerry is survived by his loving wife Geneva Honkomp; children Amber Elder, former wife Nancy Honkomp and their children David Honkomp (Donna), Venetia Honkomp (Irene), Angela Houston (Roger), Daniel Honkomp (Lisa), Marceil Moeller (Greg), grandchildren Eric Honkomp, Troy Honkomp, Sarah Blanton, Gabriel Houston, Noah Hummel; sister Donna Roy and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Bernice Gross, Lois Serraino, Lee Honkomp.
Please feel free to leave a memory or a message of comfort for Jerry’s family here in the online guestbook.
Mary Elizabeth Marcum, 68, of rural Fayette County, passed away early Thursday morning, September 30, 2021, at her home.
One of four children of Chester Lee Davis and Arlis J. (Morris) Mullen, Mary was born in Corsicana, Texas on June 2, 1953.
On June 17, 1967, Mary was married to Ruford Marcum, Jr. in Beaumont, Texas, and they made Fayette County their home in 1986. Mr. Marcum survives.
Mary was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, taking great pride in caring for her family. She was a member of Park Road Christian Center.
Besides her mother, Arlis J. Mullen, and her husband of 54 years, Ruford Marcum, Mary is survived by two children, Ruford “Buddy” (Sonja) Marcum, III of Rushville, and Michelle (Donnie) Madden of Connersville; nine grandchildren, Vanesa (Brad) McQueen, Makenzie (Tommy) Watts, Haley Ernstes, Matthew (Lindsey) Marcum, Katelyn Marcum, Steven (Morgan) Madden, Justin (Celena) Madden, Cortney (Dustin) Lakes, and Kristina Madden; 16 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Robbie (Sheila) Davis of Hubbard, Texas, Randy (Tisha) Davis of Baytown, Texas, and Ricky (Donna) Davis, of New Orleans, Louisiana; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mary was preceded in death by her father, Chester Davis; grandson-in-law, Kurtley Ernstes; father and mother-in-law, Ruford and Evelyn Marcum.
Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Reverend Lester Rose will officiate.
Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.
Mary Ann Hornsby Jackson McConkey, age 99, of Laurel, passed away on September 28, 2021, at Reid Hospital, Richmond surrounded by her family. She was born January 31, 1922, in Clay County, Kentucky to James Harvey Hornsby and Susie Short Hornsby. Her family moved to Laurel when she was 4 years old, and she grew up on the family farm along with her nine brothers.
She graduated from Laurel High School with the class of 1941 and was the recipient of the DAR award. She married her first husband, Sgt. William Preston Jackson, on August 26, 1944, in Gatesville, Texas where he was stationed at Camp Hood. They had two children, Patricia and Lindsay. Preston passed away on September 25, 1973.
Mary Ann married her second husband, Harold McConkey, on May 5, 1991. Harold passed away on March 16, 2013.
Mary Ann retired in 1987, from Schnadig Furniture Corporation in Rushville.
She enjoyed traveling and had visited all 50 states and several foreign countries. In her 50s, she began taking art lessons. Her paintings are cherished by family and friends. She also made each of her children and grandchildren a quilt.
Mary Ann was active in the community having served on the cemetery board and was a board member for the town of Laurel. She was instrumental in getting the Laurel Community Library built and was awarded the American Hometown Leaders award, receiving $5,000 for the library building project.
She was the oldest member of the Laurel Church of Christ where she had been a Sunday school teacher and treasurer.
Mary Ann is survived by her daughter, Pat (Joe) Combs of Laurel; son, Lindsay Jackson of New Fairfield; five grandchildren, Yolanda Swearingen of Laurel, Tonya Jones of Anderson, Monica Kibbey of Rushville, Aaron Jackson of Brookville, and Kelsey Feese of Crawfordsville; six great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her brother, Dixie Hornsby and his wife Mary Jo of Connersville; four step daughters, Carita and Charlie Davidson of Colorado, Marla and David Simpkins of Connersville, Janel and Larry Isaacs of Zionsville, and Janet and Ted Sinks of Delaware, Ohio.
In addition to parents and husbands, Mary Ann was preceded in death by two infant sisters; eight brothers, Aldridge, Theo, Paul, JB, Charles, Junior, Dale and Gale; and her daughter-in-law, Melody Jackson.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Pastor Larry Pittman will officiate. Burial will follow in Laurel North Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Laurel Church of Christ or Franklin County Library Art Fund. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.
Mildred Louise Slagle, 93, died on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at her residence.
Mildred was born on November 20, 1927, in Metamora to Louis and May Bell Keeler Baker. She married Rev. James Slagle on November 18, 1944, at the Methodist Parsonage in Brookville. Mildred was a homemaker and a member of the Lighthouse Gospel Tabernacle in Metamora. In her younger days, she was active doing farm chores on her grandfather’s farm. She loved animals, especially her dog Spike. Mildred enjoyed sewing, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Mildred is survived by three daughters: Donna Schwarz (Charles) of Connersville, Mary Jane “Janie” Kesler (John) of Laurel, and Connie Sizemore (Danny ) of New Palestine; grandchildren: Michael Scott Slagle, Nathan Slagle, Shelly Dean, Amanda Gill, Lori Sizemore, Michael Lamb, Raven Huffer, and Nichole Conrad; 16 great grandchildren; and a brother: Louis “Bud” Baker Jr.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, who died October 22, 2008; two sons: James Slagle Jr. and Jerry Lewis Slagle; a daughter: Betty Jean Slagle; great-grandchildren: Tanner Lewis Long, Kristen, Christofer, and Andrew Field; and nine siblings.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Monday, October 4, 2021, at Metamora Church of God ~ 20152 US-52 Metamora, IN with Pastor Wayne Ison officiating. Interment will be in Cupps Chapel Cemetery. Friends may visit at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service where memorial contributions may be made to Metamora Church of God.
For more information, to send condolences or to sign the online guestbook, go to www.cookrosenberger.com. The Staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to serve Mildred’s family.
Donald “Don” Holman, 88 years old of Brookville, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021. Don was a devoted husband to Rita and wonderful father to four children, eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Don enjoyed working his farm of feeder pigs and cattle, raising corn and hay to feed the animals. His children remember the true hard work of bailing hay every summer with him. Don was an avid fisherman and hunted for rabbit and squirrel as well as raccoons for their fur. Another of his hobbies was beekeeping and kept many beehives around the farm where he rendered honey. Don shared his talents by mentoring others and would frequent the beekeeping meetings in Oldenburg. A man of many talents, Don also loved working with wood. He enjoyed building furniture, helping with house remodels, and making wood crafts including bowls, pitchers, platters, and ornaments all of which he shared with his family and friends. Walking through his fields, Don enjoyed picking wildflowers and made the most beautiful bouquets to bring home. Don was a lifelong Boy Scout and leader of Boy Scout Troop No. 70.
Don will be deeply missed by his wife of 68 years, Rita Holman, and children Randy (Linda) Holman of Brookville, Donna (Herb) Zahnle of Connersville, Debbie (Will) Summey of Brookville, Dave (Patty) Holman of Osgood; sister Anita Bischoff of Brookville; eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Donald is preceded in death by his parents Norman and Maurice Holman and brother Frank (Ann) Holman.
The Holman family will receive family and friends from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 30, at Holy Guardian Angel Church at 405 U.S. Highway 52, Cedar Grove, IN 47016. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. with Fr. Vince Lampert presiding. Burial will immediately follow. Memorials can be made to Holy Guardian Angel Cemetery Fund. Memorials will be accepted at the visitation or can be mailed to Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home at 25615 State Rt. 1, Guilford, IN 47022. Please visit www.andres-wuestefeldfh.com to offer condolences or sign the guestbook.
Jeremy James Raider, 48, of Rushville, passed away September 26, 2021. He was born in Greensburg, on April 17, 1973, to James and Rickie Raider.
Jeremy grew up in Franklin County and was a graduate of Franklin County High School. He was a hard worker who enjoyed spending his free time with his friends and family.
He will be deeply missed by his parents, Rickie and James; sister Gretchin Wilson; nephew Xander Wilson; and several aunt and uncles.
Jeremy was preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Virginia Raider; brother-in-law Jason Wilson; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Robert “Bob” Drew 81, of Connersville passed away on September 24, 2021. He was born on September 24, 1940, to his parents John D. Drew, and Louella (Hamilton) Drew.
He married his lovely wife Hazel Smith on January 25, 1963, in Connersville.
Bob served four years in the National Guard Army Reserves, he was the manager of a sewage plant in Connersville for many years, he worked at Green Manufacturing for 30 years, and retired at 69 from MEG in Cambridge City.
Bob loved going to the Senior Center, playing pool, spending time outdoors doing things like mushroom hunting, garage sales, and in his early years, riding his motorcycle and racing cars at Whitewater in Liberty. He had a unique and special bond with his precious fur baby, Macy as well.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his children; Robert E. Drew Jr. and his wife (Brandy), Michele Frasher of Connersville, Angela (Kevin) Bramer of Laurel, his brothers; John (Jean) Drew, Jerry Drew, and Jimmy Drew all of Connersville, his sisters; Virginia (Lloyd) Griffin, and Mary (Rick) Durham of Connersville, Carol (Eric) Hultberg, and Bonnie (Marty) Nistler of Minnesota.
He is also survived by his 12 grandchildren, Bryce and Brock Drew, Megan Gregory, Ashlie Simmons, Amber and Adam Frasher, Kaleb, and Austin Bramer, Kyleah Steele, Brandon, Kasey, and Zach Allen. He also leaves behind 12 great grandchildren and one on the way, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a brother James Drew, and sisters, Phyllis Meeks, Sharon Bauer, Ethel Meadows, and several brothers and sister in laws.
Visitation for Bob will be held on October 5, 2021, from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Urban Winkler Funeral Home 513 W. 8th St Connersville Indiana 47331. The Funeral service will begin at 5 p.m. with Pastor Randy Sherwood officiating.
Reverend Andrew Wallace Durham Sr., 92, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family on Monday, September 27, 2021, at his home. He was born on March 3, 1929, in Jackson County, Kentucky to Milford Durham and Cynthia Hundley Hennings.
On August 18, 1956, he married his beloved wife Norma Jean Reatherford, together they raised 16 children.
Andrew was a faithful member of New Life Ministries in Connersville.
He retired from WCI.
Andrew’s life consisted of going to church, being an Evangelist and serving the Lord. He would help anyone and everyone he could, always making sure to speak to them about the Lord. He loved singing and playing his tambourine, some even named him the tambourine man. Most importantly he cherished his time spent with his family. As Andrew would say, “I wouldn’t take nothin’ for my journey.”
Along with his loving wife, Norma of 65 years, he will be greatly missed by his children, Brenda (Wayne) Griffee, Peggy (Eddie) Green, Jerri (Stanley) Allen, Andrea (Ronald) Webb, Theresa (Ray) Mullins, Wally (Angel) Durham, Walter (Shelia) Durham, Gladys (George) Murray, David Durham, Mary (Jimmy) Stewart, Sheila (Phil) Satterfild, Bill (Marsha) Durham, Milford Durham, Rebecca (Michael) Parrigin and Deborah Durham; 89 grandchildren, 135 great grandchildren and 21 great great grandchildren; his siblings, Calvin (Phyllis) Durham, David (Mary) Durham, Steve Hennings, John (Sharon) Bevis, Jimmy (Joyce) Bevis and Alice Himes; and many nieces and nephews.
Andrew was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Andrew W. Durham Jr.; and several siblings and other loved ones.
Visitation for Reverend Andrew will be held on Thursday, September 30, 2021, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Park Road Christian Center, 120 W. 25th St. Connersville. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. at the church with Pastor Jeff Meadows of New Life Ministries officiating. Burial will follow in West Point Cemetery. Urban Winkler Funeral home is honored to be assisting the family with the arrangements.
To sign the online guestbook or to leave the family with a personal message visit www.urbanwinklerfuneralhome.com.
