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Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Jo Ellyn Reynolds, age 60, was born on July 16, 1966 and died on September 12, 2026. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, and the steadiness of her presence is what her family will miss most. She leaves behind her husband, Jeff Reynolds, with whom she shared a life built on ordinary days and quiet commitment. She was the mother of Samantha Anderson and Kyle Reynolds. Her family grew to include her son-in-law, Ryan Anderson,

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Brandon Goodhue, age 35, of Pekin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Schneck Medical Center. Born April 11, 1991, he was the son of David Goodhue and Denise Saling. Brandon was a machine leader at MPP; member of the Army National Guard; member of Graceland Baptist Church; and lifetime member of the NRA. He is survived by his parents: David Goodhue, Denise Saling, and Tom Schocke (Shelley); wife: Anissa Goodhue; 5 children: Al

Submitted by Naville & Seabrook Funeral Home Desiree Lane Freiberger, 26, of Salem, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Vallonia, Indiana. She was born in Columbus, Indiana on March 25, 2000. Desiree attended Floyd Central High School, in Floyds Knobs, Indiana. She enjoyed her time working as a secretary in the healthcare industry and retail, singing, creating digital content, hiking and fishing with her children, and attending services at Graceland Churc

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Erma Jean Di Carlo, age 83 of Greenwood, Indiana passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:26 pm, in Norton Hospital Louisville, Kentucky. Born November 23, 1942, in Salem, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Erman Hopkins and Mildred C. (Marcum) Hopkins. In 1960, she graduated from Eastern High School in Pekin and in 1971 she married Joseph George Di Carlo, who passed away 2023. Erma loved her garden and flowers while watching the

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Teresa Rickard, age 66 of Pekin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Jewish Hospital. Born November 13, 1959, she was the daughter of Steven and Christine Graves. Surviving to cherish her memory is her son, Joseph Ruckman (Jessica) of Pekin; four daughters, Cloresa Ruckman of Pekin, Megan Ruckman of Pekin, Claudia Lee (Bobby) of Pekin and Amelia Mollet (Dustin) of Pekin; sister, Sharon Graves of Pekin and great grandchildren, Jade B

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Delores "Judy" Louise Sparkman, age 95 of Salem, passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Schneck Medical Center surrounded by family. Ms. Sparkman was born March 10, 1931 in Washington County, Indiana, the daughter of Shelby and Vangie Neff. She was a Salem High School Graduate. Later, she retired from BF Goodrich after 22 years. She loved quilting, reading, puzzles and mushroom hunting and especially loved spending time with

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Steven Kent Voyles, age 74 of Borden, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at U of L Hospital. Mr. Voyles was born March 1, 1952 in Salem, IN, the son of Norman G. Voyles and Bonnie J. Voyles. He was retired from Ford Motor Company. Mr. Voyles was a member of the Salem VFW, Masonic Lodge Sellersburg and Eagles Club of Jeffersonville. Mr. Voyles is survived by his wife, Lillian Fay Voyles. He is also survived by his sons, Anthony Voyles

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Alzada “Sadie” Tankersley Marion Combs, 99, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at her residence. Sadie was born August 23, 1927, in Imboden, Virginia, the daughter of the late Burley R. Tankersley and Susie Jane (Clark) Tankersley. She lived in Dryden area of Virginia and was a 1946 graduate of Dryden High School. Sadie was a hard-working woman whose life was deeply rooted in her faith and her family. Sh

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home June 5, 1971 – September 8, 2026 Elena Lee Hurst, born on June 5, 1971, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2026. Elena was a loving mother, Mimi, sister, and daughter. She overcame many struggles throughout her life, found Jesus, and became a woman of strong faith. She loved reading her Bible and sharing God’s love, always striving to bring light into the lives of those around her, even during her own difficult times. Elena is survived by

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Kenneth Earl Nale Jr., lovingly known as Kenny, passed away on Sept. 4th, 2026, at Greenwood Healthcare Center. He was born on Nov. 12, 1939, to Kenneth Earl Nale Sr. and Mary Lou Holman Nale.     Kenny married the love of his life, Shirley Ann Nale, on Nov. 19, 1961. Their marriage was a beautiful example of a lifetime of love and devotion. Kenny loved his wife so very much. He was always happy to drive her wherever she wanted to go, whether it was

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Monty Gene Reisinger Sr., age 83, of Salem, passed away Monday, September 7, 2026, at his residence. Born January 15, 1943, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Melvin Reisinger and Jean (Burnett) Mauk. Monty was united in marriage to Nancy (Shepherd) Reisinger. Monty was a United States Army and Navy veteran and proudly served his country for 27 years and was stationed twice in Vietnam. He was also a member of VFW Pos

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Gladys Mae Stephens, age 91 of Charlestown, Indiana passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026 in her residence. Born October 3, 1934 in Scottsburg, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Frances Babbs and Mellie (England) Babbs. September 22, 1956 she married Franklin Stephens, who passed away August 5, 2021. She was a retired employee of the old Bata Shoe Company in Salem. She also worked at the old LeWeb Manufacturing facility. She was a member