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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Feburar y 23, 2022 A-7 OBITUARIES Submit obituaries: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: obits@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg Deadline: 5 p.m. on Monday Obituary Deadline Every Monday at 5 p.m. CARROLL EDRINGTON Carroll Edward Edrington, 85, of Winslow, passed away February 16, 2022, at his res- idence. He was born February 7, 1937 to Doyle and Esther (Gentry) Edrington, in Spur- geon. He obtained his Master's Degree from Indiana State University and taught school at Winslow High School and Pike Central High School. He married his wife, Jessie (Ar- nold) Edrington on May 12, 1957. He is survived by his wife, Jessie; granddaughter, Paige (Ben) Dunn; a great grand- child, arriving in June; broth- er, Don Edrington; and sister, Margaret Chandler. He is preceded in death by his son, Tom Edrington; his parents; brother, Paul Edrington; and an infant sis- ter. Services will be 1 p.m. EST on Monday, February 21, 2022, at Harris Funeral Home in Petersburg, with pastors Joe Henson and Eddie Willis officiating. Visitation from 10 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, in Campbelltown. In lieu of flowers the fami- ly requests donations be made to PAWS of Petersburg at PO Box 63 Petersburg, IN 47567 or The Pike County Commu- nity Foundation Winslow High School Alumni at PO Box 587 Petersburg, IN 47567. Condo- lences may be made at www. odharrisfuneralhome.com. Harris Funeral Home is en- trusted with his care. EDWARD WOOLSEY Edward Eugene Woolsey, 65, residing in New Castle, passed away on November 11, 2021 at St. Vincent 86th St. hospital, in Indianapolis. He was born to the late David and Marilyn (Roche) Woolsey, in Vincennes, on Oc- tober 29, 1956. He was the first of three boys. He attended Pike Central High School, located outside of Petersburg. He worked for Contech in Michigan for sev- eral years, ran a muffler shop in Michigan, as well as work- ing as an Optical Tech for Len- scafters and Dr. Tavel in Indi- anapolis. He was a kind-heart- ed man, but would always joke around with everyone. He loved his mountain dew and cigarettes. He enjoyed play- ing softball and golf in his younger years. He was a won- derful man who will be deep- ly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his son Chris Woolsey; ex-wife Car- la Sumners Woolsey; broth- er Scott (Marilyn) Woolsey; stepmother Laurie Wool- sey; stepsister Missy ( John) Sowders; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother Mi- chael Woolsey. Cremation services were handled through Legacy Cre- mation and Funeral Service – Anderson. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. MARILYN A. PANCAKE Marilyn A. Pancake, 74, of Franklin, Ky., formerly of Winslow, passed away at 5:55 p.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Franklin Medical Center in Franklin, Ky. She was born to Melvin L. and Mable (Coleman) Jones in Washington, on August 1, 1947. She married Kenneth R. Pancake on June 25, 1966 in Velpen. He preceded her in death on October 3, 2016. She retired from the bill- ing department at Memorial Hospital in Jasper. She was a member of Winslow General Baptist Church. She enjoyed plants and flowers, reading Christian literature, antiqu- ing and spending time with family. Surviving her are two daughters, Teresa (Eric) Ar- teberry, White House, Tenn., Cynthia (Daniel) Roberts, Franklin, Ky.; and two grand- children, Chelsea ( Jason) Roberts-Norman and Brett Arteberry; four sisters, Shir- ley Bush, of Winslow, Barba- ra (Andy) Gray, of Winslow, Judy (Kenny) Doades, of Ot- well, Linda Jones, of Velpen; and two brothers, Hershel (Sandy) Jones, of Winslow, and Floyd (Sharon) Jones, of Ireland. Preceding her in death were her parents and her husband. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb- ruary 25, 2022, at the Bech- er-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper, Pastor Gary Watson will officiate. Burial to follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Velpen. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time, at Be- cher-Kluesner North Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Winslow Gen- eral Baptist Church or a favor- ite charity. Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner. com JAMES WHIT TEN James "Roar" Whitten, 60, of Princeton, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022, at the Marion VA Medical Cen- ter in Marion, IL. He was born to Mr. and Mrs. James R. Whitten on April 18, 1961 in Oklahoma City, Okla. He was a graduate of PCHS Class of 1979. He served in the US Navy from 1979 -1981. He had been a fork truck opera- tor at Penske. He enjoyed his Harley motorcycle and being outdoors. He is survived by his moth- er, Nancy (Nichols) Whitten; children, Savanah Whitten, of Mount Carmel, Ill., Jazmin Whitten, of Princeton and Ter- rance Whitten, of Illinois; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father; and brother, Daniel Whitten. There will be a Celebration of Life from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022, at the Owensville Community Center. Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton assisted the family with arrangements. You may offer condolences at www.colvinfuneralhome. com. Colvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the Whitten family. K ATHRYN McGILLEM Kathryn Fern (Davis) Mc- Gillem, 87, of Newburgh, passed away Saturday, Feb- ruary 19, 2022, at Hamilton Pointe Health and Rehab. She was born to the late Richard and Dicey Nancy (McRoberts) Davis, in Peters- burg, on October 12, 1934. She was very active in her church where she taught sign language. She was a lov- ing wife, mother, and grand- mother. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her son, Dennis (Cindy) McGillem, of Evansville; sister, Ruth Wil- hite, of Evansville; grand- daughter, Keri Davenport, of Miss.; three great-grandchil- dren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Ivan E. McGillem; son, Mike Davis; her parents; and sister, Patty Wilson. Private services will be at Browning Funeral Home, with burial at Memorial Park Cem- etery. The family would like to thank Hamilton Pointe Health and Rehab and Heart to Heart Hospice for their loving care and compassion. Condolences may be made online at browningfuneral.com. BARBAR A POMEROY Barbara Sue Pomeroy, 65, of Toulon, Ill., formerly of Peters- burg and Knox, left this world peacefully at 4:08 a.m. Thurs- day, September 30, 2021, at her home. She was born to Norval and Esther (Bratton) Wixomon on February 16, 1956, in Eu- reka, S.D. She married Leon Pome- roy on August 27, 1977 in Caldwell, Idaho. She graduat- ed with a Bachelor of Science in Christian Education from the former Gulf Coast Bible College in Houston, Texas, in 1979. She served in the min- istry alongside her husband, Rev. Leon Pomeroy. She was a tender and compassionate soul with the strength of a li- oness. The positive impact she made in the lives of those who crossed her path stands as evidence of her authentic love and genuine faith. She homeschooled her children for 26 years, and was an ac- tive member of many church- es in which her husband was pastor, most recently the Tou- lon United Methodist Church. Surviving her is her hus- band, Leon; six children, Jar- ed Pomeroy, of El Paso, Texas, Joshua Pomeroy, of Hartland, Mich., Justin ( Jana) Pomeroy, of Fishers, Joanna (Renee) Pomeroy, of Salem, Mich., Ju- lia (Matthew) Neuer, of Knox, and Joy Pomeroy, of Peters- burg; four grandchildren; two sisters, Kay ( Joe) Tira, of Min- den, Neb. and Mary ( John) Ja- mieson, of Longview, Wash.; and one brother, Don (Barb) Wixom, of Napa, Idaho. She was preceded in death by one daughter-in-law, Lau- ra Wood-Pomeroy; two sisters, Ruth Mickelson and Jeannie Wixom; and one brother, Da- vid Wixom. Her memorial service was at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at the Toulon United Methodist Church, in Toulon, Rev. Mary Kathryn Pearce of- ficiated. Visitation was from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial was at a later date at Crown Hill Cemetery in Knox. Haskell Funeral & Cremation Services in Wyoming was in charge of her arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Compassus Hos- pice or the Toulon United Methodist Church. CARY DEAN BURCH Cary Dean Burch, 81, of Vincennes, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022, while at his residence, sur- rounded by his loving family. He was born in Cato, to the late Orville Burch and Mae McDaniel Burch, on April 12, 1940. He was a member of the VFW 1157 and enjoyed play- ing golf. He retired from a ca- reer in sales and was a devot- ed family man. He is survived by his wife, Deborah (Stephens) Burch; children, Lisa (Tony) Sims, of Petersburg, Scott Burch, of Dyersburg, Tenn., and Chris (Tammi) Burch, of Newbern Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Todd (Kayla) Sims, Ashley ( John) Wilson, Rian (An- drew) Massie, Brent (Alli) Burch, Evan Burch, Nolan Burch and Garrett Lorax; two great-grandchildren, Kaydee Sims and Maverick Wilson; siblings, Juanita Burch White- head, Dana ( Janice) Burch; in- laws, Irma Burch, Jana Carie, Cathi Stephens Gains, Ter- ri ( J.R. Winkles) Parrott and Bruce (Laura) Stephens. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Justin Burch; two great-grandchil- dren, Tucker and Tillie Sims; brother, Charles Burch; and sisters, Lorena Burch Dors- ey and Patricia Burch Braun. Visitation will be on Thurs- day, February 24, 2022 from 10 :00 a.m. until noon, with a service immediately follow- ing at Fredrick and Son Mc- Clure-Utt Funeral Home, Vin- cennes Chapel. Burial will take place in Me- morial Park Cemetery. You may leave online con- dolences at www.fredricka- ndson.com. The staff at Fred- rick and Son McClure-Utt Fu- neral Home are honored to be entrusted with Mr. Burch's ar- rangements. e family of Melton Stilwell would like to thank Pike County EMS, First Responders, Pike County Sheriff 's Department, Indiana State Police, Mr. & Mrs. Lannie Williams, Trinity Transport Service, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Golden Living Center, Jasper Memorial Hospital, Highway Machine Company Family, First Federal Family, Pastor Scott Fulcher, Paster Spencer and Melissa Gaines, Pastor Brad Keenan, First General Baptist Church of Princeton, Harris Funeral Home: Nick Henson and Gretchen Harris, e Ole Flower Shoppe, Pallbearers: Jack Williams, Rick Williams, Dale Harpenau, Mark Gray, Mark Estes, Roger Higdon, Clint Lloyd, Keith "Bub" Doerner. Melton Stilwell ank you for the many calls, cards, visits, food, monetary donations, gifts sent to the funeral home, prayers, acts of kindness after his accident and after his passing. We are so grateful for the blessings of so many family and friends. I loved reading all your memories put in the "Melton's Memory Box." Such beautiful tributes to my love. We are missing our Husband, Step-Dad and Papaw Brenda Stilwell, Clinton & Devin; Oliver & Jameson Lloyd, Amanda Woods & Jimmy Hanson and Chloe Kelly THANK YOU The family of Betty Hargus would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to us during the loss of our mother and grandma. We appreciate the flowers, cards and prayers during this time. Thanks to Dr. Luff for his care of mother, Rev. Bob Deel and Harris Funeral Home for the service and the Bethel General Baptist Church for the meal. A special thank you to Heart to Heart for the exceptional care that was given to our mom. Also we would like to thank Nick and Vicki Smith. Sonya, Barry, Joy, Jerry, Nan, Amber, Joe, Jamie, Sam, Jonathan, Nolan and their families. ank You PEACE of MIND Let our 130 years of experience aid you in your selection of a meaningful memorial. SCHUM MONUMENTS, INC. Dale, Indiana www.SchumMonuments.com 812-937-4921 Local Representative RONALD WOODS 812-789-2009 DONNA FAYE CARUSO Donna Faye (Hurst) Caru- so, 78, formerly of Pike Coun- ty, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed from this world Friday, January 14, 2022, into the arms of Jesus. She was surrounded by family and went peacefully. She was born March 15, 1943 to Gladys Engleman and Oscar Hurst. She grew up in Pike Coun- ty, and moved to Indianapolis in 1970. She was the first fe- male sales rep in trucking and worked for a time in market- ing before transitioning to a job as a secretary and jill of all trades at Chapel Rock Chris- tian Church of Indianapolis, where she was an active mem- ber. She married the love of her life on November 27, 1988 in a surprise ceremony at the home of her mother, Gladys Engleman in Petersburg. She touched countless lives through her generosity, faith and care for those around her. She was known for her willing- ness to jump in when someone needed a helping hand, and was kind and unselfish of her time. She never made anyone feel anything less than loved and accepted. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren affection- ately referred to her as "The Shopping Queen" and she was always on the lookout for a deal and a way to make her friends and family smile with her pur- chases. She doted on her ani- mals, often preparing special treats for them, and never for- getting her family member's pets. She had a quick wit and loved to laugh and enjoy her life. Up until she passed, She enjoyed socializing and had a full calendar of events and meals with friends. Survivors include her moth- er, Gladys Engleman; siblings, Dave (Suzanne) Hurst, Don (Linda) Hurst, Kenny (Sha- ron) Hurst and Cathy (Mike) Bosler; children, Andrea (Ralph) Romine, J.R. Schro- eder, Marla Jan Schroeder; step-children, Theresa, Lar- ry and Ernie Slinker; grand- children, Andrew Schroeder, Raquel Mertz, Midas Romine, Sebastian Romine, Rosie Ro- mine and 3 great-grandchil- dren, James, Naomi and Els- peth. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne N. Caruso; father, Os- car Hurst, of Jasper; her grand- mother, Jennie Collins, of Pe- tersburg; her aunt, Fay Dyer, of Petersburg; cousin, Elaine Townley, of Petersburg; sib- lings, Mike Hurst and Greg Hurst, both of Jasper; and great-granddaughter Sunny Mertz, of Speedway. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. We are grateful that she is no longer in the body that held her captive. "But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isa- iah 40 :31 Memorial services will be at Chapel Rock Christian Church, in Indianapolis, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Visitation from 1 until ser- vice time with a celebration of life meal to follow after the me- morial service. grandchildren. Anne was a member of the Oakland City Lions Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie "Jim" Lee Shouse and son-in-law, Hal Fuquay. She is survived by her children, Michael Shouse, Robert Shouse, Ruby Fuquay; grandchildren, Blade Fuquay, Devin Fuquay, Dawnna Shouse, Shari Cook-San- tiago; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Danny Koenig and Don- na Hinkle. Services are 3 p.m. CST Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel in Oakland City with Pastor Gary Watson officiat- ing. Burial is in Montgomery Cemetery in Oakland City. Visitation is from 1 to 3 p.m. CST Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at the Chapel. Friends may send a condo- lence to the family at www. LambBasham.com. ANNE SHOUSE Anne Shouse, 86, of Oak- land City, Indiana passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at Good Samaritan Home and Rehabilitation Center in Oak- land City. Anne was born on March 28, 1935 in Vincennes to the late Jacob Fredrick and Helen (Hill-Steffy) Koenig. She was a member of First General Baptist Church for more than 40 years and sang in the choir. Anne was a read- er of romance novels, but the true joy of her life was her