Robert E. “Bob” Cooper Jr., 78, of Frankfort, passed away June 3, 2026 in his home. He was born on June 26, 1947 in Oliver Springs, Tennessee to Robert E. Cooper Sr. and Carrie (Freels) Cooper. He married Christie Lynch in 1992 and she survives.
Bob earned his GED from Frankfort Schools and served in the United States National Guard as a medic. He was a demolition contractor in the Clinton County area and retired from Frito Lay after several years. Bob was a hard worker and loved to tinker around his property.
Surviving along with his wife: Christie are his children: Eric Cooper, Rene Ellis, and Chad Myers, siblings: Truman, Bonnie, Jane, and Phyllis, along with 3 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Winston, Paul, Lena, Linda, Mike, Peggy, Brenda, and Lori.
In accordance with Bob’s wishes, no services will be held. Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist with services. Memorial Donations may be made in Bob’s name to Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center to assist with final expenses or to the Clinton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 455, Frankfort, IN 46041. Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.
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Jerry Lee Austin, 73, of Rossville, passed away peacefully, Monday, June 1, 2026, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born August 1, 1952, in Oceanside, California to John and Anna (Young) Austin. He married Debra “Debbie” Clark, on January 7, 1984, and she survives.
Jerry was a graduate of Rossville High School class of 1970. He worked several jobs over his years, including Lafayette School Corporation, Biggs Pump and Supply, Kramer Lumber Company, and Zinn Kitchens. He was a member of Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church where he served faithfully until his passing. He enjoyed playing games and traveling. Jerry was a people person and loved spending time with his friends and family, especially his wife.
Along with his wife of 42 years, Jerry is survived by his brothers Jeff (Cindy) Austin and Jim Austin; sister-in-law Karen Fullmer; brother-in-law, David (Jonnie) Clark; four nieces and one nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his parent-in-laws; Sisters Jane Clark and Jenny Austin; great niece, Sarah Rotar; brother-in-law, Ed Fullmer; and sister-in-law, Kathy Clark.
Visitation will be held Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 2-5pm and 6 to 8pm at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church. Funeral Service will be held 10am Friday, June 5, at the church. Burial will follow at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery. Day & Genda Funeral Home ~ Bodine Chapel in Rossville is assisting with the arrangements.
]]>Stanley R. Duckworth, 88, of Frankfort, passed away May 29, 2026 in his home. He was born on March 23, 1938 in Kempton, Indiana to Ralph & Shula (Frazier) Duckworth. He married Carol King on June 23, 1962 in Michigantown and she preceded him in death on June 25, 2025.
Stanley attended school at Moran and was a lifelong Clinton County resident. He worked as a production Foreman for Carr Cabinet Company for 20 years and was a truck driver for Pelling & Pelling. Stanley was a lifetime member of the Eagles Lodge. He loved being with his grandkids and great-grandkids. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially rabbit hunting and fishing, and also enjoyed auctions.
Stanley is survived by his son, Mike Duckworth of Frankfort, son, Rocky Bell of Frankfort, daughter, Marsha Bell-Barber of Frankfort, brothers, Norman Duckworth, Ronald “Bud” K. (Donna) Duckworth of Monticello, sisters, Patty Jones of Kokomo and Mary Lee Duckworth of Frankfort, grandchildren, Michael Bell(Lizz), Alisha Stevenson-Rountree (Shawn), Josh Bell (Tia), Amanda Wallsmith (Richard), Jeramy Bell (Shayla), Ashtyon Bell, Addyson Bell, Starla Baker (Brad), and Randy Barber, great-grandchildren, Jordan, Caidyn, Carston, Holden, Madison, Roman, Sloan, Quinn, Chloe, Austin, Abi, Parker, Asher, Sophia, Landrie, Lynnix, Landon, Adalyn, Attlie, Callie and Adrik, along with a great-great-grandchild, Remi.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, 2 brothers, Rick and Harold Gene, sister, Suzie Pasco, daughter-in-law, Stella Bell, and grandchildren, Andrew Bell and Stacy Stevenson, and great-grandchild, Harper Bell.
Friends may visit 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main Street, Frankfort. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2026 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bacon Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made in Stanley’s honor to the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie #976, 408 N. Main Street, Frankfort, IN 46041. Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com where you may share a condolence with the family.
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Evelyn F. Wilson, 101, of Frankfort, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Milner Community Health Care. She was born on November 23, 1924, in Frankfort to William Edward and Grace Alice (Fuller) Obermiller. She married Oliver Shaw, and he preceded her in passing in December of1967. She later married Elmer Wilson and he preceded her in passing in October of 1982.
Evelyn attended Frankfort Schools and went on to work at PR Mallory. She also delivered newspapers for the Frankfort Times. She enjoyed playing bingo and traveling with the family. She was remembered by those in the neighborhood for spending her day out on the front porch enjoying the beauty of each day.
Evelyn is survived by her children Michael (Mary Ann) Shaw, Alice Whitaker, and Juanita Eldridge; thirteen grandchildren; and several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Along with her both of her husbands, she was preceded in passing by her parents; sons, Bernard and James Shaw; stepson, Richard Hall; sister, Eileen Johnson; and brothers, Tom, Alvin, and Richard Obermiller.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Pastor Alan Downing will officiate, and burial will follow at Bunnell Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Virginia Frances Bushman, of Nashville, Tennessee, formerly of Frankfort Indiana, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Trevecca Center for Rehal & Healing. She was born September 11, 1950, in Frankfort, Indiana to Richard E. Bushman Sr. and Violet M. Bushman.
Virginia attended Frankfort Senior High School. She was of Christian faith. Virginia enjoyed children and worked in childcare at the Baptist Tot Center in Frankfort. She also loved babysitting and spoiling her nieces and nephews and her neighbor’s grandchildren. Virginia had a very soft spot for all animals and especially loved her sweet little dog, Chloe. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, arts, crafts and painting.
After moving to Nashville with her sister Judy, they took to the roads traveling together to many different. states, enjoying the sites and making memories.
Virginia is survived by her sisters, Judy Rister of Nashville, Tennessee and Betty (Curt) Weaver of Frankfort, Indiana.
Aunts, Joyce Roller of Wyoming, Maryann Bushman of Indiana and Jean Bushman of Florida, nieces, Stephanie (Trey) Howland of Rosemary Beach, Florida, Janet Baber of Hermitage, Tennessee, Kylie (Branden) Harshbarger of Frankfort, Indiana and nephew, Matthew (Anne) Woods of Kokomo, Indiana. Also great-nieces, Lily Howland, Ashlyn (Christian) Vega, Cheyenne Woods and Jeandra Martin and great-nephews, Aiden Baber, Nolan Baber, Hudson Howland and Blake (Jazza) Harshbarger. Also many great-great nieces and great-great nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Richard Bushman Jr.
Visitation will be held Monday, June 1, 2026 at Day & Genda Funeral Home from 11 am until the time of the service at 1 pm, with Pastor Ken Rushing officiating. Burial will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left at dayandgenda.com
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Melvin H. Mohler, 88, of Rossville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at his home. He was born in Logansport on May 16, 1938, to Harry and Dora (Royer) Mohler. He married Eva Metzger on August 14, 1960, and she survives.
Melvin attended Carrollton High School. He worked for Kirby Risk for 40 years until his retirement in 2000. He enjoyed gardening, yard work, and spending time in his woodwork shop. He had a passion for people, and loved socializing and caring for others. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and loved spending time with his family. Melvin was an Elder and lifelong member of Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church where he served faithfully until his passing.
Along with his wife of 65 years, Melvin is survived by his children, Kristi (Larry) Miller, Lisa (Ivan) Lavy, and Beth (Kurt) Welk; twin brother, Marvin (Kathryn) Mohler; brother-in-law, Robert (Maxine) Metzger; 14 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister; and brother, Harold (Margaret) Mohler; brothers-in-law, David (Shirley) Metzger and Daniel (Dorothy) Metzger.
Visitation will be held Sunday, May 31, 2026, from 2 to 5pm and 6 to 8pm at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church. Funeral service will be held 10am, Monday, June 1, at the church. Burial will follow at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery. Day & Genda Funeral Home ~ Bodine Chapel is assisting with the services. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Frederick Allen “Fred” Snodgrass, age 86, passed away at his home in Pickard, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday morning, May 18, 2026. Born March 17, 1940, in Pickard, Indiana, he was the son of Leo Don and Mary Ann (Williams) Snodgrass.
He attended Sugar Creek High School. For many years Fred worked for Jerry Childers, who owned Childers Construction in Sheridan, Indiana. During his time with the company, Fred had a hand in helping shape the look of the town, working on many of the houses and businesses that line the streets throughout Sheridan, including Kercheval Funeral Home. Instead of a scrapbook or a shoebox full of pictures and memories, Fred and his family had an entire town.
Although he enjoyed construction, it was his time working with horses that captured his soul. It is difficult to remember time when horses weren’t a part of Fred’s life. Quarter horses and thoroughbreds were his specialty. He was an owner, a trainer, and a racer, but most importantly, Fred was an advocate for their care. His racing career spanned 42 years, and his years as a trainer even longer. He was a lifetime member of the Indiana Quarter Horse Racing Association.
Fred never met a stranger. He loved entertaining, especially if a cookout was involved, and always loved it when friends and family got together. He also enjoyed watching Indiana Fever games, but watching horse races was his go-to favorite. Horses and farming may have been his passion, but his family (especially the grandkids) were his life.
Fred is survived by his loving wife, Mary June (Walton) Snodgrass. She and Fred were married on August 26, 1962. Also surviving are 2 sons, Rick A. Snodgrass (Rebecca) of Pickard, and John W. Snodgrass (Jenny) of Pickard; daughter, Karen S. Cole of Pickard, 2 grandchildren, Shelby L. Hopwood (Jared) of Pickard, and Nathan A. Cole of Michigantown; 3 great granddaughters, Dakotah Ann Cole, Oakley Amanda Cole, and Bexley June Hopwood; brother, David Snodgrass (Sharon) of Frankfort; brother-in-law, James “Buzz” Mooneyhan of Mulberry; 3 sisters, Neva Favors of Ekin, Janet Rawlins (Gary) of Frankfort, and Debbie Vann (Bill) of Pickard; 3 sisters-in-law, Vicky Moore (Charles V.) of Sheridan, Viola Cooper Walton of Terhune, and Colleen “Cookie” Walton of Sheridan; and many, many, many, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Don and Mary Ann (Williams) Snodgrass; 5 brothers, Leo, Phillip R., Bruce, Charles D., and Joe; sister, Shirley Mooneyhan; brothers-in-law, Wayne Favors, James Junior Walton (and wife, Edith), George William Walton, and Paul “Cap” Walton; and sisters-in-law, Ruth Hancock (and husband, Glen), Betty Doty (and husband, Marvin), and Gloria DeVol (and husband, Ronnie).
A celebration of Fred’s life is being planned for a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kercheval Funeral Home in Sheridan.
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Mary “Janie” Jane Emens, 88, of Frankfort, passed away on May 26, 2026, at Eagle Point Senior Living in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Born on June 3, 1937, in Frankfort, Indiana, Janie was the daughter of Calvin and Thelma (Miller) Lashbrook. She graduated from Colfax High School in 1955. On September 2, 1956, she married the love of her life, Benson Emens, in Mason. Together they built a life centered around family, hard work, and community. Benson preceded her in death on March 20, 2022.
Janie worked as a bookkeeper for Green Acres Fertilizer Plant, a business owned and operated by her husband. She took pride in helping support the family business through many years of dedicated work.
A faithful and devoted member of Eastern Star for over four decades, Janie valued fellowship, service, and the lifelong friendships she made through the organization.
Surviving are her son, David (Ming) Emens; son-in-law, Dennis Leckrone; grandchildren, Adrian (Monalisa) Emens, Amie (Alan) Conley, Neal (Kasey) Leckrone, and Brooke (Riley) Eller; along with 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Benson Emens; daughter, Leisha Leckrone; sisters, Maxine (Elden) Braden and Vera (Frank) Minth; and brothers, Donald Lashbrook and Bill Lashbrook.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. A graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Greenlawn Cemetery. Pastor Shan Sheridan is officiating. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Patricia Ann Ridenour, 75, of Frankfort, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at St Vincent Ascension Hospital in Indianapolis surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on October 8, 1950, in Frankfort to
Theone and Betty Jane (Stevenson) Eggers. She was raised in Frankfort and grew up attending St. Matthew United Methodist Church. She later spent time living in Charleston, Illinois before eventually returning home to Frankfort where she remained deeply connected to her family, community, and the life she loved.
On December 15, 1967, she married the love of her life, Dan Ridenour. Together they built a life centered around family, compassion, laughter and love. She devoted much of her life caring for others. Over the years she worked at the YMCA, served as a substitute playground attendant at South Side Elementary School and provided home care of the elderly. Her caring nature extended far beyond her work through her involvement with the Red Cross, March of Dimes, and Meals on Wheels. She was generous, charitable, and always willing to help others however she could.
Patti was widely known for her incredible holiday decorating displays and her unmistakable personality. Whether it was themed outfits, festive earrings, Croc charms or decorations covering the house for every holiday, Patti brought joy and excitement everywhere she went. She had a way of making ordinary days feel special. She also enjoyed vacationing and traveling with her family, especially trips to Las Vegas, one of her favorite places. She had a passion for slot machines and scratch-off tickets and could often be found trying her luck at local casinos hoping to win big for the people she loved the most. Patti adored her porch cats and pet fish and the simple comforts of home. Her famous sweet tooth couldn’t resist a Pepsi and Fannie May Pixie treats.
But above all things, Patti took the greatest pride in being a wife, mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren remember her for being the biggest kid of them all. She loved playing cops and robbers, counting cars from the front porch, sharing funny stories, laughing together, and making memories that won’t be forgotten. Patti’s playful spirit, her ability to make others smile, and her kind and compassionate heart that made everyone feel welcome as soon as they walked in the door will be remembered and missed by those that knew her. Though her family’s hearts are broken, these memories, traditions, and love she gave so freely will continue to live on for generations to come.
Along with her loving husband, Patti is survived by her children, Missy (Steve), Laurie and Derrek (Allison); her grandchildren, Quentin (Maricela), Kierstin (Derek), Colby, Brinley, and Everly; her sister, Susan Storz; her mother-in-law, Ruby Ridenour; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.
Patti was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Teddy, Jim (Joi) and Edward.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort is assisting with the arrangements. Message of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
]]>Our sweet baby girl, Emerlie Ann Turner, was born into the arms of Angels on May 22, 2026.
Emerlie will be forever loved and remembered by her parents: Cierra Ann Miles and Gage Michael Elden Turner of Terre Haute, her brother: Hudson Eugene Turner at home, maternal grandmother: Patty Miles of Terre Haute, paternal grandparents: Jason & Tammie Turner of Frankfort and Lee VanMeter of Frankfort, paternal great-grandma: Tammy Lasiter, paternal great-great-grandma: Sue Camp, and great-great grandparents: Denny & Cheryl Lasiter, Edyth Bray, and Janet VanMeter, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandpa: Arlo Miles, paternal great-grandpa: Dick Bray, and paternal great-great-great-grandpa: Max Neidlinger.
A Private Family Service will be held at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort. Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.
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