All Obituaries

Richard Lee West Jr., 55, of Frankfort, passed away at his residence, March 22, 2019.  He was born May 9, 1963 in Frankfort to Richard and Gracie (Harness) West, Sr.  He was a “Jack of all trades” and had many jobs over his years.  Two of his favorite were working for Valley Farm Center Feed Mill in Monticello, KY and trimming trees with the family business.  He enjoyed playing cards, chicken fighting, listening to family play music, and spending time with his...

John R. Louks, 92, of Frankfort, passed away at his residence, Friday, March 22, 2019. Arrangements are pending.  Please check back for service details and a full obituary.

Ronald Ray Nance, 71, of Greenfield, formerly of Frankfort, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2019. Visitation will be held 2pm until the time of the service at 3pm, Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort.  Burial will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. Please check back for a full obituary.

Glenda Gay (Lowry) Oilar, 83, of Flora, is now awaiting to be joined by her family and friends in her new heavenly home.  She died on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo.   She was born on August 11, 1935 to the late Porter A. Lowry and Dola May Lewis. She married Richard Howard Oilar, and cherished their 64 years of marriage together.  He precedes her in death.  Glenda was a graduate of Prairie Township High School in Tipton County, IN and...

Tammy Annette Kelly, 45, of Kirklin, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Witham Hospital in Lebanon.  She was born March 23, 1973 in Frankfort.  She was a 1992 graduate of Avon High School and worked for Skjodt Barrett in Lebanon.  She was a member of Indy Dive Club, enjoyed scuba diving, reading, and loved turtles and her family.  Tammy is survived by her fiancé, Bill Cook of Kirklin; sons, Ian (Tosha) Kelly of Albany, KY, Nash (Chelsi) Kelly of Michigantown;...

Mr. & Mrs. George Vernon and Erma Mae Dixon, long time Frankfort residents, passed away within days of each other.  Vernon was born December 12, 1927, in Tell City, to George Ivan and Mamie (Brumfield) Dixon.  Erma was born September 4, 1934, in Lebanon, to John J. and Mary (McClain) Scott.  They were married on July 22, 1953, at First Baptist Church in Lebanon; together they shared 65 years of marriage. In 1947, Vernon graduated from Frankfort High School and then...

David E. Bodine, 71, of Rossville, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2019, at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, surrounded by his family.  He was born August 4, 1947, in Danville, Ill., to Robert “Bob” and Louise (Chew) Bodine.  On December 17, 1967, David married Linda Anderson at Perrysville Methodist Church; she survives.  In 1965, David graduated from Covington High School and attended Indiana State University in Terre Haute for one year before completing...

Florence “Lucille” Sharp, 96, of Frankfort, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019, at Aperion Care of Frankfort.  She was born August 26, 1922, in Frankfort, to Earl and Lillie (Vail) Reed.  On October 16, 1943, Lucille married Quincy O. Sharp; he preceded her in death on October 24, 2007. Lucille had attended Owen Township Schools.  She had lived in Frankfort for the majority of her life but had moved to Niles, Michigan, then Moran before returning to her home...

Nancy O. Gibson, 86, of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.  She was born April 4, 1932, in Frazier, Kentucky, to Everett B. and Tilda Love (Taylor) Smith.  She had worked for Green Giant and later Pillsbury in Lafayette, before working in auction sales for Slabaugh Auctions which Nancy greatly enjoyed.  Nancy was a member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary and also worked at the Eagles Lodge.  She enjoyed traveling...

Richard T. Purcifull, 85, of Frankfort, passed away on, Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Aperion Care of Frankfort.   He was born April 4, 1933 in Frankfort to Raymond Orval and Emma (Thompson) Purcifull.  In 1950, Richard graduated from Jackson High School. He had worked at a garment factory for a few years and had also worked on the family farm in Jackson Township across the road from the Scotland Christian church. Richard was a member of the Scotland Christian Church and enjoyed...