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Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Melody Ann Coats, age 50, passed away on June 11, 2026, at Norton Hospital. She was born on August 13th, 1975, to Roberta and Loren Coats in Washington County Hospital. She attended Eastern High School in Pekin, Indiana. Melody was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt, cousin, and friend. She is survived by her husband, Clint Bruce; her mother-in-law Gayle Bruce-Doyle, her children Isaac VanDurme (Stephani), Gage Castro

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Mrs. Luella May Purkhiser, age 95, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026. She was born on February 27, 1931 to Chester Graves McKinley and Dessie Gibbons McKinley. Luella married James Willard Purkhiser on May 25, 1951. They had one son, James Eli Purkhiser. She was a member of the High Street Church of Christ, Community Club 31, The Piece Makers Quilt Guild, of which she was a Charter Member. She was a past member of The Farmer's Club a

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Klarene Marie Cartee, age 80 of Sellersburg, Indiana passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Baptist Health Floyd New Albany. Born January 17, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late William G. and Ruth B. (Hetler) Kahler. She was a retired employee of American Cold Storage and Cracker Barrel in Scottsburg; from the time they opened for 15 years. She loved and was very proud of her grandchildren. Also had a great love for all

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Larry James Byrd, age 74 of Salem, IN passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 in the comfort of his own home. Larry was born March 19, 1952 in Louisville, KY and was the son of the late Wymon Byrd and Frances Byrd. On June 26, 1973 he married the love of his life, Martha Louise (Cobbs) Byrd who survives him. They had a long and loving marriage of over 52 years. Larry was a dedicated provider for his family, working both for American Standard and th

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