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William “James” Billy McCloud
The family of William “James” Billy McCloud mourns his passing. Born December 27, 1934 at Mountain Head, Tennessee to William Theodore McCloud and Susie Moss McCloud. Entered into rest September 3, 2008 at Bloomington Hospital.
His memory will be cherished by children, Scott Douglas McCloud of South Dakota, Betty Ann Grider of Ellettsville, Vickie Lynn Patton of Bloomington; siblings, Lillian Womack of Alabama, Frank McCloud of Georgia, Ron McCloud, Bob McCloud, Bill McCloud all of Bloomington, Jerry McCloud of Georgia, Judy McCloud of Alabama; 12 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren.
He is reunited in the presence of our Heavenly Father with both parents; wife, Betty Arlene McCloud; daughter, Wanda Kay Key; sister, Evelyn Hackney.
Funeral service for the family is private.
William Jackson “Jack” Weddle
William Jackson “Jack” Weddle, 79, of Nashville Indiana died Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Brown County Health & Living Community. He was born September 25, 1928 in Columbus, Ind., to Freemont “Monte” and Martha (Snyder) Weddle.
He was a teacher with the Brown County Community School Corp. for over 30 years. He was a member of the Indiana State Teachers Association. In his post retirement years, he was a part-time naturalist at Brown County State Park. As an avid outdoorsman and craftsman, he had numerous hobbies.
He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
Survivors: His wife, Kay (Myers) Weddle of Nashville; sons, Scott of Bloomington and Kurt (Stacey) of Trafalgar; daughters, Amy (Steve) Crabtree of Nashville, Erica (Tom) DeGlandon of Nashville and Wendy (Tony) Butiste of Spearsville; 11 grandchildren and one sister, Sarah Voland of Crawfordsville, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life service is 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at Abe Martin Lodge in Nashville’s Brown County State Park.
Contributions in memory of Jack Weddle can be made to Brown County Historical Society Building Fund, P.O. Box 668, Nashville, IN 47448 or Brown County State Park General Donation Fund, P.O. Box 608, Nashville, IN, 47448.
David D. Buratti
David D. Buratti, 72, of Bloomington, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008. He was a retired Professor at Indiana University. David was a founding member of the Burch Farm Commune near Stanford, an agrarian and beekeeper.
He is survived by his sons Justin David Buratti of Israel, Aaron Craig Buratti of Bloomington; grandchildren Elazar Menachem Buratti, Meir Simcha Buratti, Bracha Buratti all of Israel; and former wife Vicki Buratti of Bloomington.
Funeral service will be conducted graveside, 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Burch cemetery, 8000 South Burch Road, near Stanford.
Bruce Emory Wilson
Bruce Emory Wilson, 57, of Bloomington, entered into rest August 31, 2008 at Bloomington Hospital, surrounded by family and friends.
Born May 15, 1951 in Chicago, IL to the late Emory and Barbara (McKernin) Wilson. He was raised in South Bend, IN and graduated from Central High School in 1969. He then earned a BA in Inner Asian & Tibetan Studies here at IU Bloomington.
Bruce has been a student of Buddhism since 1974. He studied with many great teachers including Gehlek Rinpoche, and briefly was a fully ordained monk. He co-founded Ganden Dheling Buddhist Temple, here in Bloomington in 1989. In 1998, he was recognized as an incarnation of High Lama (teacher) from Inner Mongolia, Padkar Hothogthu Rinpoche. Bruce’s compassion and devotion to Buddhism was apparent to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed in the local and international Buddhist community.
He leaves behind his loving wife Theresa Halter and siblings David Wilson (Marie) of St. Charles, MO, Elizabeth Wilson (Bruce deGrazia) of Vienna, VA, Paul Wilson (Leslie) of Bloomington and Margaret Gianoulis (John) of Ballwin, MO. Along with nieces and nephews, David, Hillary, Mallory, Barbie, Charles, Ian and Max.
The family invites you to an Irish, Bohemian, Buddhist Celebration of Bruce’s life at the home of Paul and Leslie Wilson, 4040 Gran Haven Dr. September 6 at 6:30.
Donations may be made to the Ganden Dheling Buddhist Temple, P.O. Box 2242, Bloomington, IN 47402 or the Diabetes Foundation in Bruce’s name.
Linda Kay Gorby
The family of Linda Kay Gorby mourns her passing. Born November 4, 1947 at Springfield Illinois to Franklin Gorbett and Betty Crowder Gorbett. Entered into rest August 30, 2008 at home surrounded by loving family.
Her memory will be cherished by husband, Michael Gorby; children, Missy Vandeventer, Sheena Klein, Kelly Woodall; siblings, Brian Gorbett, Eddie Gorbett, Twila Gorbett, Sheri Neff, Waco Wiatt; grandchildren, Steven Gorbett, Justin Gorbett; great-grandchildren, Xavier Gorbett, Amaya Gorbett.
She is reunited in the presence of our Heavenly Father with both parents.
Funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Thursday September 4, 2008 at Jasonville Assembly of God with Pastor David Lutes officiating. Friends may call on the family from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.
Interment to follow in the family plot of the Hymera Knights of Pythias cemetery.
Mabel L. Mather
Mabel L. Mather, age 94, of Bloomington, IN died Friday, morning, August 29th, at her residence.
Born January 5, 1914, in Malden, Missouri, she was the daughter of George and Ollie (Howell) Simmons. She was born prior to and raised during the Great Depression.
Her early life was spent in Missouri and Tennessee but she lived most of her life in Michigan with some early married
years in the Seattle, Washington area. She was mostly a homemaker raising four children but during the war years worked in a machine bolt factory. The last ten years she resided in Bloomfield, IN and Bloomington, IN where she was a member of the Bloomfield First Presbyterian Church, and then of the Bloomington United Presbyterian Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters: Myrna Harrison of Flint, MI, Margaret Mortenson of Venice, FL, and Gladys Hestand of Flint, MI; her husband, Gerald A. Mather of Warren, MI, her daughter, Shirley J. Epley of Frankenmuth, MI., and one Great-Grandchild.
She is survived by three sons, Rev. Robert E. “Bob” Lorimer (Mary S.) of Bloomington, IN, George H. “Herb” Lorimer (Adla) of Lansing, MI, and Errol L. “Lynn” Lorimer of Fayetteville, AR., 12 Grandchildren, 28 Great-Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Great Grandchildren
Cremation services were handled by the Nathan Butler Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at United Presbyterian Church in Bloomington, IN at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, September 30th. She will be interred at a later date beside her husband at Flint Memorial Park cemetery in Flint, MI.
James J. “Mr. Dynamic” Hartfield
James J. “Mr. Dynamic” Hartfield, age 67, of Bloomington, was born in Brooklyn, New York, on February 10, 1941, to the proud parents, James J. Hartfield, Sr. and Thelma (McNeal) Hartfield. Mr. Hartfield had his home calling celebration on Monday, August 18, 2008 at the South Lake Methodist Hospital in Merrillville, Indiana. James moved to Bloomington in the early 1970s, where he later met his loving wife and partner of 30 years, Ammie M. (Harris) Hartfield.
He is survived by his wife, one brother, one son, three daughters, three step-children, seventeen grandchildren and one great-grandson. James was preceded in death by his parents.
James was a devoted husband, co-worker, and retired from the Schulte Corp. factory in 2003. Mr. Hartfield is better known to the Bloomington community as “Mr. Dynamic” of the famed Jazz and Blues band, “The Dynamics.” He loved music and the entertainment business. He was a devoted member of the B.G. Pollard Lodge #1242 and past state president of the Elks Lodge. He was also a long-time member of the Masons as well as a lifetime member of Bethel A.M.E., where he was a choir member.
James “Mr. Dynamic” Hartfield was loved and gave love to his wife, children, grandchildren and friends.
The family wishes to offer their thanks for your support. They appreciate your condolences, prayers and flowers during this time. Special thanks to Bethel A.M.E. Church for all their support. May God bless all of you.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Church with Rev. Patricia Efiom officiating. Burial will follow in Valhalla Memory Gardens. Friends may visit the family on Friday at Bethel A.M.E. from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The family suggests memorial contributions be given to the James J. Hartfield fund at Monroe Bank.
Mary E. Murphy
Mary E. Murphy, 85, of Bloomington passed away at St. Francis Hospital and Health Center in Beech Grove on Thursday, February 3, 2011.
Mary was bornSeptember 17, 1925 in Evansville to Edward and Florence (Garrison) Couch. She retired from RCA in Bloomington. After retirement she spent many years caring for others through her service to Indiana Home Health. Mary was a devoted Christian and spread the Lord's word through evangelism, at one point, leaving her job for 3 years in order to fulfill her calling. Those that remember her recall her inability to ever meet a stranger. She always had an open door and most importantly an open heart for those who needed it most. Mary was a member of the Pillar of Fire Church in Bedford.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Steve Murphy and brothers, Ted Couch and Phillip Couch.
Mary is survived by her children, Florence Sears and Dallas Murphy both of Greenwood and Kay Oliver of Smithville; grandchildren, Benjamin Sears and fianc Kriss Ball of Greenwood, Kelly Anderson of Greenwood, Bryan Oliver and wife Melissa of Spencer, and Beth Ritter and husband Jade of Bedford; great-grandchildren, Zachary Anderson, Katy Anderson, Carter Ritter, Lexi Ritter, Kaylynn Ciscoe and Sean ball; brother, David Couch and wife Helen of Oolitic; sister-in-law, Mary Collings of Bloomfield; and dear friends, Mary Quick, John Dixon, and Marlene Rice.
Funeral services will be held at Chandler FuneralHome in Ellettsvilleon Monday, February 7, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Marlene Rice officiating. Entombment is to follow at ValhallaMemory Gardens.Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday from 11:00 until the time of services.
James Arthur “Flap” Fender
The family of James Arthur “Flap” Fender mourns his passing. Born January 10, 1948 at Bowling Green, Indiana to Russell Fender and Elsie (Long) Fender. Entered into rest August 17, 2008 at Owen Valley Health Campus.
His memory will be cherished by children, Teresa Collins, David Fender, both of Spencer, James Fender of Bloomington; siblings, Edna Hammock, Barbara Solarsky, Lewis Fender, Steven Fender, Russell Fender; 4 grandchildren.
He is reunited in the presence of our Heavenly Father with both parents; brother, Frank Fender.
Jim served his country honorably in the US Army in Viet-Nam, earning the National Defense Service Medal, was trained in Military Justice and Code of Conduct and a marksman on the M14 rifle.
His family gave him the greatest pleasure. Jim was known for his skill at building and repairing Harley Davidson motorcycles and enjoyed riding with friends.
Funeral service for the family is private. His earthly remains will be interred in the family plot with his parents and ancestors, early settlers of Owen County.
Linza James Payton
Linza James Payton, 60 of Bloomington passed away August 15, 2008 at home. Born August 18, 1947 at Monroe county, Indiana to Jasper Payton and Mable Sexton Payton. His memory will be cherished by children, Franklin James Payton, Lorietta Foudray and Jackie Lynn Payton; half sisters, Mitzie Reichmann, Barb Dubois, Ruth Ann Walcott, and Roberten Linthincom; step-sisters, Joann Rydle and Joyce McCourtny; grandchildren, Tessa Payton, Brittney Payton, Josh Payton, Stephnie Payton, Cody Payton, Mark Payton, Ashley Payton, Kirsten Payton, and Reagan Foudray; ex-wife, Jeanette Payton.
She is reunited in the presence of our Heavenly Father with both parents; half-sister, Mary Ann; step-sister Judy Hosapple; step-father Clarence (Jack) Collier.
Graveside service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Tuesday August 19, 2008 at Burgoon cemetery with pastor Charles Evans officiating.
Martin “Marty” Hunter
Martin “Marty” Hunter, 52, passed away in the early morning of Thursday, August 14, 2008, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and Mike Irwin, in Camby, Indiana, after battling ALS for a year and a half. Born on January 4, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of William B. Hunter (deceased) and Barbara L. (Hall) Hunter, who survives him, along with his siblings, William F. Hunter, Joan M. Hunter, George E. Hunter, Beverly (Hunter) Irwin and John D. Hunter, and several nieces and nephews.
Marty was a patrol officer with the Marion County Sheriff’s Department for 27 years, officially retiring in October, 2007 from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (the newly merged Indianapolis Police Department and Marion County Sheriff’s Department). Marty earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees from Indiana Weslyan University.
A confirmed bachelor, he had a deep and abiding belief in our Lord Jesus and studied the Bible faithfully. He was motivated by a desire to serve others and was always a compassionate and caring friend to everyone he knew. He had a very generous and gentle nature, a great sense of humor, and a keen wisdom. He was loved by a good many people. He had a passion for gardening and home remodeling which was evident in a showcase garden and a beautiful home on the Southside of Indianapolis. He is and will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be on Monday, August 18, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with funeral service from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Flanner and Buchanan Mortuary, 5463 Kentucky Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana. Procession will begin at 1:00 p.m. to Washington Park North cemetery, 2702 Kessler Boulevard, West Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Julian W. Couzens
The family mourns the passing of Julian W. Couzens, August 11, 2008, in Bloomington, IN. Julian was born in Newark, New Jersey on November 27, 1909, son of the late John and Antoinette (Dobrowolski) Kuszynski.
Julian and his wife, Evelyn, moved to Bloomington, Indiana, in 1987, following their retirement, he as an architect in private practice in Westfield, New Jersey, and she as financial assistant to the Dean of the School of Education at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Julian was awarded his degree in Architecture in 1934 from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York. After working for a major architectural firm in New York City, Julian settled into private practice in Westfield. He was an active fellow of the American Institute of Architects and served as chairman of the New Jersey Committee on Building Laws and Regulations. He was a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and was also licensed in Connecticut, New York, and Pennsylvania. Julian also served on the Westfield Board of Appeal, the Joint Civic Committee and the Mayor’s Committee on Culture and Beautification. He was a Rotarian with senior active classification. His practice included residential, commercial, and public architectural design projects. One of his proudest and most admired design achievements was the Echo Lake Church of Christ in Westfield.
Julian was a man of varied interests. In particular, he had a passion for tennis and enjoyed competing and following professional tennis well into his retirement years. He was also a musician, having studied the violin as a young man, and an active member of the Westfield Choral Society. Reading, studying and listening to music provided a source to feed his imagination and nurture his creativity. He was a keen observer, always jotting down notes and ideas for further investigation. He always managed to incorporate his own life experiences and observations into the fabric of his work. He leaves behind an unfinished manuscript on the psychology of space as its delineation reflects the designer and the inhabitant.
Julian is survived by his loving wife of forty years, Evelyn Stauffer Couzens; two daughters, Judy (John) Smitka of Swansboro, North Carolina and Dona Couzens of Freehold, New Jersey; step-daughter Susan (Roland) Coté of Bloomington, Indiana; grandchildren Dona Michele (Richard) Daesner, Leanne Morrison, Robert Morrison, Michael (Jennifer) Zazzarino, and Amy (Philip) Kronenthal; great grandchildren Alexis Daesner, Hannah Daesner, Lindsay Dickerson and Marin Zazzarino: and several nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Alexander Kuszynski, his sister, Stella (Kuszynski) Augenstein, and his grandson, Darren Dickerson.
The immediate family will join together with close friends in a private memorial service honoring his life. The family requests that contributions be made in memory of Julian W. Couzens to Hospice of Bloomington Hospital, P.O. Box 1149, Bloomington, Indiana 47402.
