Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Greensburg, IN

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Greensburg, IN area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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James Lee Catron, Sr.

James Lee Catron, Sr.

Oct 8, 2021

On Friday, October 8, 2021, James Lee Catron, Sr., loving son, brother, and father of two, passed away at the age of 54.

James, or Jimmy as he was known to his family, was born on July 25, 1967, in Greensburg, Indiana to Ruth (Meeks) and Estell Catron, Jr.  He attended...

Howard Duane "Big Do" Mckinley

Howard Duane "Big Do" Mckinley

Oct 8, 2021

Howard Duane “Big Do” McKinley, 71, of Greensburg, Indiana passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 in Fishers, Indiana. Howard was born on September 20, 1950 in Milan, Indiana as the son of William “Bill” and Anna McKinley.

Big Do graduated from Jac-Cen-Del High School in 1968. After High school he went on to...

Carl R. "Dick" Rigby

Carl R. "Dick" Rigby

Sep 29, 2021

Carl Richard “Dick” Rigby, 81, Greensburg, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at his residence.

Born, December 17, 1939 in Greensburg, he was the son of Silas F. and Dorothea M. (Haley) Rigby.

He was educated in the Greensburg schools and at the age of 70 years, he earned his high school GED.

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Joann W. Rabideau

Joann W. Rabideau

Sep 29, 2021

Joann W. Rabideau, 88, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Joann was born on January 5, 1933 in Osgood, IN as the daughter of Horace and Mary Risk.

Joann loved many things in life. She enjoyed doing puzzles, cooking, gardening, and sewing. The thing that she loved most of all was...

John Albert Black

John Albert Black

Sep 28, 2021

John Albert Black, 80, Downeyville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at his residence.

Born, January 28, 1941 in Westport, Indiana, he was the son of John Elmer and Irene (Seal) Black.

John graduated from Sandcreek High School in 1959. He retired after 37 years at Cummins in 2001.  He then worked for...

Beverly Ann Osborn

Beverly Ann Osborn

Sep 27, 2021

Beverly Ann Osborn, passed away peacefully Monday, September 27, 2021, at Major Hospital in Shelbyville. Beverly was born on September 30, 1962, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Beverly was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force. She moved to Greensburg from Ohio in the late 1980s. She was a fiercely devoted single mother to her only son. She...

Zelma Maxine Collins

Zelma Maxine Collins

Sep 27, 2021

Zelma Maxine Collins, 87, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021, at her home surrounded by all who loved her. Zelma was born on September 13, 1934 in New Tazwell, Tennessee as the daughter of John and Nell Lynch.

Zelma married her late husband, Johnny Bee Collins Sr. on May 26, 1956. From this marriage they brought...

Mary Jo Fry

Mary Jo Fry

Sep 23, 2021

Mary Jo Fry, 83, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021, in Greensburg, IN. Mary was born on July 20, 1938 in Batesville, IN as the daughter of Arthur and Teresa Smith.

After high school Mary went on to further her education to become a CNA. She worked as a CNA at St. Francis Hospital from 1966...

Elizabeth Agnes Dilkes

Elizabeth Agnes Dilkes

Sep 20, 2021

Elizabeth Agnes Dilkes

Elizabeth Agnes Dilkes, 96, passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021 in Greensburg, IN. Elizabeth was born on September 25, 1924 in Greensburg as the daughter of Joseph and Laura Ernstes.

Elizabeth graduated from Greensburg High School in 1943. After high school she married the love of her life, Bobby E. “Sam”...

Dennis L. Noah

Dennis L. Noah

Sep 16, 2021

Dennis L. Noah, 69, Greensburg, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at the Decatur County Memorial Hospital.

Born, May 11, 1952 in Fayette County, Indiana, he was the son of Robert and Vivian (Drennen) Noah.

Dennis graduated from North Decatur High School in 1970.  While in school he was active in FFA and...

Norman Saylor

Norman Saylor

Sep 14, 2021

On September 14, 2021 Norman Saylor of Titusville, Florida passed away at the age of 54 years and is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior. Norman is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Patricia Saylor of Titusville, Florida; his children: Norman Edward Saylor (Allie), Laural Saylor, Robert Saylor (Jacintne), William Saylor, John Saylor (Ashley),...

Donald G.W. Balser Jr.

Donald G.W. Balser Jr.

Sep 13, 2021

Donald G.W. Balser, Jr., 76, Greensburg, Indiana, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was born in Columbus, Indiana, July 2, 1945. He enjoyed life as an avid fisherman, competing in several tournaments as a hobby. He was a member of the New Point Baptist Church in New Point, Indiana. He is survived by his wife, Mary Balser...

Susan Kay Closser

Susan Kay Closser

Sep 12, 2021

Susan Kay Closser (Gardner) was born November 11, 1955 in Norfolk, Virginia to Robert and Carolyn Gardner. Susie passed away on September 12, 2021 at the age of 65 in Shelbyville, Indiana after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by her loved ones who will honor her memory by living their lives to the fullest and always remembering the...

Joann Kress

Joann Kress

Sep 5, 2021

JoAnn Kress, 92, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. JoAnn was born in Decatur County, Indiana on March 21, 1929 to Otis and Mary Moore.

JoAnn married Carol R. Kress on July 19, 1947 and the two were together until his passing in 1982. She worked as a meat cutter for...

Ruth E. Duerstock

Ruth E. Duerstock

Sep 4, 2021

Ruth E. Duerstock, 88, Greensburg, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at the Aspen Place Health Campus in Greensburg. Born, January 13, 1933, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of George and Bertha (Scheurer) Kortzendorf. Ruth had attended Sacred Heart School in Indianapolis. She had worked at NTN-BCA, Union Bank & Trust, and Delta Faucet all in...

Rita Mcintosh Hilt

Rita Mcintosh Hilt

Sep 4, 2021

Rita McIntosh Hilt, 76, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Arbor Grove Village in Greensburg. Rita was born in Buckhorn, Kentucky on March 27, 1945 to Delbert and Nellie McIntosh.

Rita is survived by her brother, Hollis (Anne) McIntosh of Shelbyville; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by...

Carroll P. Hoeing

Carroll P. Hoeing

Aug 30, 2021

Carroll P. Hoeing, 80, passed away August 30, 2021, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born July 16, 1941, the youngest of nine children to Joseph and Agnes Hoeing, Greensburg IN. Carroll married Dorothy “Dottie” Scheidler on April 27, 1963, and she survives. Other survivors include children: Teresa (Steve) Nobbe, Brian (Kim) Hoeing, Keith (Kelly) Hoeing...

Russell Leo Burkhart

Russell Leo Burkhart

Aug 22, 2021

Russell Leo Burkhart, 85, of Greensburg, passed away on Sunday August 22, 2021. He was born on August 6, 1936 in Greensburg, IN to Raymond and Hilda Burkhart. Russell worked as an auto mechanic all his life until he retired from Don Meyer Ford in Greensburg. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Russell loved to collect...

Judith A. Richey

Judith A. Richey

Aug 20, 2021

Judith A. Richey of Greensburg passed away peacefully at Aspen Place Health Campus on August 20, 2021. She was born on January 26, 1942, in Greenfield, IN, to Paul E. and Izola M. Richey. She graduated from Greenfield High School with the class of 1960. She received her BS in Education in 1965 and her Master of Arts in...

Jerrell "Jerry" W. Brewsaugh

Jerrell "Jerry" W. Brewsaugh

Aug 19, 2021

Jerrell “Jerry” Brewsaugh 74 of Greensburg passed away on August 19, 2021. Jerry was born on December 30, 1946 in Decatur County as the son of Orville and Lucille (Moulton) Brewsaugh. Jerry graduated from Clarksburg High School on May 18th, 1965. During his high school years, he earned the nickname of “Hindu” that many of his friends still call...

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