All Obituaries

Linda Elliott Ash, 53 of rural Pittsboro, passed away peacefully at her home in the early hours of September 24, 2020.  She was surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born and raised in Bridgeport, West Virginia.  She graduated from Marshall University. After college, Linda traveled around the country living in North Carolina, California, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota before moving to Pittsboro, Indiana. Linda has always been an active community member. From the moment her...

Betty L. Ellis, 98 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family in her home on September 15, 2020.  Betty was born in Indianapolis on February 10, 1922 to Kenneth and Esther (Morgan) Israel.  She graduated from Ben Davis High School and was a devoted mother and homemaker.  On August 30, 1941 she married J. W. Ellis, a loving union that lasted until his passing on September 9, 1995. Betty was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and of...

Edward Allen Shelton, 85, of Roachdale, IN, passed away peacefully Thursday evening at home with his loving family by his side. “Lil Eddie” was born March 4th, 1935 in Arlington County, Missouri to a large family. Growing up, he was one of eight children and despite his mother’s best attempts to get him into his sisters’ socks, Lil Eddie never succumbed to the pressure and lead a long, happy, and successful...

Beverly Stone, 81 of North Salem, Indiana, peacefully passed away with her loving family by her side on August 31, 2020.  Arrangements are currently pending in the care of Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services.  All are encouraged to keep her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

John Robert Brown of Lizton, IN went to be with Jesus on August 27, 2020.  He was a successful farmer and businessman, a loving husband and father, and a good friend to many.  He was born on September 6, 1928 to Fern and N.C. Brown.  He attended Culver Military Academy and graduated from Purdue University with a mechanical engineering degree.  He served in the United States Air Force as a pilot during the Korean War.  He met his wife Jeri on a blind date and they...

Dale Allen Bolinger, 73 of Indianapolis, passed away August 26, 2020. Dale faithfully served his country in the United States Army and will be laid to rest in the Marion Nation Cemetery in recognition of his service. All are encouraged to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Pittsboro, IN.  

Tony Smith, 69 of Avon, Indiana, peacefully passed away on August 17, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Tony was born on April 29, 1951 in Mecca, Indiana to Charles and Talma (Wilhite) Smith.  He was retired and loved to ride motorcycles in his much deserved and well-earned free time.  In addition to his parents, Tony is preceded in death by his daughter, Dawn Smith. Tony is survived by his beloved wife, Pat (Wynne) Smith; his son, Brian Mitchell; his four...

Lloyd W. McCormick, 81 of Lebanon, Indiana, peacefully passed away with his loving family by his side on August 11, 2020 at Witham Health Services in Lebanon.  Lloyd was born in Crawfordsville, Indiana to Albert Franklin and Doris Mae (Marts) McCormick.  After graduating from high school, he married the love of his life, Linda McCormick, on January 2, 1959.  He then joined the Navy and was on the world’s first guided missile cruiser, the USS Boston.  He was a member...

Jo Ellen Gregg, 60 of Brownsburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on August 10, 2020 with her loving daughter by her side at St. Vincent Hospice.  Jo was born on March 17, 1960 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Russell and Marcella (Moon) Morris.  She attended Ben Davis High School and was a loving stay at home mother.  She most recently was a cashier at Kroger for over eight years, which she enjoyed very much. Jo is preceded in death by her mother and father as well...

Judith Pankop, 80 of Pittsboro, Indiana, peacefully passed away on August 5, 2020 in her home surrounded by her loving family.  Judith was born on June 1, 1940 in Kendallville, Indiana to Cecil and Frances (Becker) Feller.  She loved her family and her church, Corinth Church, where she attended bible study. Judith is survived by her daughter, Sherry (husband Michael) Lang; her son, Douglas (wife Vicki) Pankop; her brothers, Richard (wife Lola) Feller and Rex (wife Sue) Feller; her...