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Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Ruth Ann Davidson, age 80 of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in her home. Mrs. Davidson was born March 7, 1946 in Clay County, Kentucky the daughter of Bev Robinson and Vernie Thompson Robinson. Mrs. Davidson was a homemaker and a member of the Highland Baptist Church. Mrs. Davidson loved going to auctions, camping and listening to country music. Mrs. Davidson is survived by her daughter, Kimberley Davidson of Hamilton, Ohio,

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Derek Medlock, age 47, formerly of Salem, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 at Waters of Indianapolis. Born December 1, 1978 in Salem, he was the son of Darrell Medlock and the late Pauletta (Roll) Medlock. Derek is survived by his father, along with a half-brother and sister. He is preceded in death by his mother and half-brother; Eric Benham. Cremation has been chosen at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date a

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Justin A. Nicholson, age 45, of Salem, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Lake Placid, Florida. Born March 30, 1980 in Salem, he was the son of Christopher and Jennifer Nicholson and Jeannia Burnett and Thomas Lockard. Justin enjoyed spending time with his family and being outdoors. He especially loved hunting, fishing, working on cars, and was in the process of starting his own mechanic shop. Justin is survived by his wife, Joyce (We

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Thomas Elmer Moore Sr. age 91 of Clarksville, passed on to his rewards on March 12, 2026 in his home. Mr. Moore was born October 20, 1934 in Washington County, the son of Golden Moore Sr. and Margaret Nelson Moore. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and a member of the American Legion he was a Borden Class of 1954 graduate. Mr. Moore was in the Army and retired from the US Navy in 1980. Mr. Moore is survived

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Emari Grace Cheatham, age 12, of Borden, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026. Born October 30, 2013, she was the daughter of LaTosha Cheatham (AJ Jackson) and Joshua Lee Cheatham (Jessica Guetig). Emari was a 6th grade student at Borden. She had so much love to give and was known for her kind spirit and big heart. She loved Jesus deeply, cherished her family, and had a special love for all animals. Emari is survived by her parents ; tw

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Larry Shanks, age 84 of Salem, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 in his home. Mr. Shanks was born March 14, 1941 in Washington County, the son of Lowell "Chic" Shanks and Naomi Chastain Shanks. He was a life member of the VFW in Salem, a past state President of The Fraternal Order Eagles and was a Charter Member of the Moose Lodge of Scottsburg. Larry was a retired heavy equipment operator for Myers Construction and Triangle Construction

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Michael "Mike" Chastain, age 75, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully Friday, March 6 at his home. Mike was born May 8, 1950, in New Albany, Indiana, the son of Herman and Ivalou Colglazier Chastain. He was a member of Westview Christian Church, Columbus Elks, Salem Moose Lodge, Seymour Eagles, Racers Emergency Support Group, Racers for Christ, Legendary Whitey Wednesday Club and the North West Ohio Tractor Pullers Association Blue Shirts,

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home JoeAnn Brown, age 91, of Pekin, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at Norton Clark Memorial Hospital. Born November 22, 1934 in Harlen, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert Burgan and Josie (Blanton) Burgan. She is survived by 4 children: Darrell Brown (Velma), Connie McQuigg (Joe), Stanley Brown, and Penny Knollenberg (Ralph); 9 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert an

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Eddie Roark, age 61, of Salem, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Monday, March 2, 2026. Born October 8, 1964 in Salem, he was the son of the late Orville and Betty (Bargo) Roark. Eddie was formerly employed at Kimball International of Salem; he proudly served his country as a member of the Indiana Army National Guard; and, above all, Eddie was a Christian by faith. Eddie is survived by his brother, Marty Roark, and sister, Char

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Isaiah Charles ”Rudy” Bugh age 21 of Salem, Indiana went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at home. Born December 14, 2004, in New Albany, Indiana. He is the son of C. Randy Bugh and Susan E (Walker) Bugh. He was a member of First Baptist Church Campbellsburg, and attended Woodville Baptist Church in Mitchell, Indiana and Alice Drive Baptist Church in Sumter, South Carolina. Isaiah was a life resident of Washington County and a 2023

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Clyde B. Perkins, age 89, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026. Clyde was born on July 25, 1936, in Senatobia, Mississippi, to the late Douglas Henry Perkins and Lavina Perkins. As the son of a devoted pastor, Clyde’s childhood was filled with travel as his family served congregations in various places. Of all the places they lived, he always lovingly referred to Denver, Colorado as “home,” as it was where he

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Paula K. Minton, age 70 of Salem, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Hampton Oaks Health Campus. Paula was born on December 21, 1955, in New Albany, the daughter of George Bobo and Dorothy Nelson Bobo. Paula is survived by her sons: Patrick Chastain (Robin) of Scottsburg, Indiana, Joseph Chastain (Nicole) of Milwaukee WI, Cameron Gibson (Autumn) of Salem and Ryan Minton of Salem, her daughter: Holly Hedrick (Bobby) of Salem, her brother