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Submitted by Adams Funeral Home Robert B. Wilson, 87, of Little York, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, Indiana. Robert was born on September 9, 1938, in Washington County, Little York, Indiana, to Gordon and Leo (Collins) Wilson. He grew up in the community he loved and carried his strong work ethic and devotion to family throughout his life. A 1957 graduate of Salem High School, Robert went on to attend Purdue

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Larry Joe Cottongim, age 62, of Salem, Indiana, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Larry was born on December 2, 1963, in Salem, Indiana, to Lee Ralph and Dorothy Louise (Winslow) Cottongim. On April 15, 1995, he married Sandra Annette Greene, and together they built a life centered on family, faith, and the farming community he loved. Larry attended Eastern High School and Prosser Vocational School. A lifelong farmer, he began w

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Robert Klinglesmith, age 49 of Seymour, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. Mr. Klinglesmith was born October 31, 1976 in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of William Elmer Klinglesmith and Melanie Claire Curtis Stephens. He was a member of the Cornerstone Community Church. He spent his professional career pastoring others the word of God. Mr. Klinglesmith is survived by his children, Kaylea and Elijah Klinglesmith both of Salem, his mothe

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Lee Roy Smith, age 83 of Salem, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at Meadow View Health and Rehab. Mr. Smith was born July 4, 1942 in Little York, Indiana, the son of Warden Smith and Flora Roberts Smith. He was a member of the United Auto Workers and was retired from GM in Bedford. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandra Lewis Smith, they were married on July 9, 1972. He is also survived by his children: Rick Batchelor (Susie

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Lawrence "Larry" J. Dick, age 84, of Salem, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, in New Albany. Born September 7, 1941, in Jasper, he was the son of the late Linus and Frances (Henke) Dick. On August 15, 1970, Larry was united in marriage to Diana. Larry was a faithful member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Throughout his life, he was actively involved in his community and was a past member of the Salem Lions Club and the Salem Moose Lod

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home James “Randy” Carroll departed this life on May 31, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1946, in Columbus, Indiana, to Almon and Gladys Huff Carroll. On August 12, 1972, he married the love of his life, Joyce Mull Carroll, who preceded him in death in 2005. In 2007, he met his second great love, Rebecca Money, and together they shared nearly twenty years filled with love, laughter, and life. Randy was a dedicated funeral director, graduating from

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Randel Edmondson, age 86, of Salem, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at the Meadow View Health and Rehab in Salem. Born May 1,1940 in Tazewell, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Clyde and Gladys (Heath) Edmondson. On April 15, 1972, he married Martha (Heath) Edmondson. Randel is survived by his wife Martha; three children: Alicia Whittle, Vicky (Randall) Pearson and Randy Edmondson; one brother: JC Edmondson and one sister: Lottie

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Hannah was born March 5, 2000 in New Albany, the daughter of Nick Ray and Misty (Brown) Ray. Hannah graduated from Borden High School in 2018 and went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Indiana University Southeast in 2022. She fulfilled her calling as a second grade teacher at Borden Elementary School where she loved her students and was dedicated to helping them learn, grow, and feel valued. Hannah was an active member

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Deborah Jean Jackson, age 73, of Salem, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her residence. Born August 29, 1952 in Scottsburg (Little York), she was the daughter of the late Humphrey Craig McCauley and Geneva Eileen (Sturgeon) McCauley. On July 5, 1986 she married Dr. Michael Edward Jackson who preceded her in death. Deborah is survived by her daughter, Hannah Michelle McCauley-Jackson (Cole Chrisbacher); and 3 sisters: Diana Bush, D

Submitted by Ochs-Tetrick Funeral Home Richard Lee Hayes, 84, of Salem, IN (formerly of Orleans, IN) was surrounded by family as he left his earthly body and was welcomed into Heaven’s gates on May 28, 2026. Richard was born on February 22, 1942, in Lawrence County, Indiana, the second child of Freddie and Dorothy (Hunter) Hayes. On August 26, 1960 he married his high school sweetheart, Janice Lee (Chatham) Hayes, who survives. He attended Leipsic School and later graduated f

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Charlene Tullis, age 75, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in New Albany. Born October 3, 1950 in New Albany, she was the daughter of Clarence and Tennessee Louise (Perry) McKillip. Charlene was married to JR Tullis, her late husband of 50 years and was a proud teacher in Special Education at the East Washington School. She is survived by her three children: Aaron (Shannon) Tullis, Josh Tullis (Samantha Stensrud) and Nathan (T

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Donald W. Morris, age 72 of Salem passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 in his home. Mr. Morris was born May 1, 1954 in Salem, the son of Irvin Leon Morris and Hazel Brown Morris. He was a member of the Canton Christian Church. Mr. Morris is survived by his sons, Brian Morris of Salem, Indiana, Michael Morris (Kirstin) of Salem, Indiana, Joseph Gibson (Jesi) of New Albany, Indiana and Chris Gibson (Jessica) of Warrensburg, Missouri. He is also