Audree Mae Hobson, 22, of Salem, Indiana, passed away September 17, 2026, at Cleveland Clinic after a prolonged critical illness, with her Auntie at her side, holding her hand.
Audree was born August 9, 2004, in Clark County, Indiana, and graduated from Eastern High School in 2023. She was raised with immense love by her grandparents and custodial parents, Maurita “Mamaw” Green and the late Oscar “Papaw” Green, with her aunt and “bonus parent,” Leslie “Auntie” Green, playing a central role throughout her life.
Quiet and soft-spoken but remarkably strong-willed, Audree was clever, curious, meticulously tidy, and deeply loving. She adored animals, especially dogs, and once dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. She loved Taylor Swift, traveling, concerts, fuzzy socks, Dr Pepper, fast food, and Mamaw’s chicken ramen—one of the few things she still requested from her hospital bed.
Audree was also a notorious blanket hoarder, accumulating seven during her hospitalization. She especially loved blankets freshly washed in Mamaw’s fabric softener. When Auntie brought back freshly washed blankets, Audree would press one to her face, breathe deeply and say, “Mmm! Smells like home.”
Her final two and a half months were a cruel summer of critical illness at IU Health and Cleveland Clinic. Audree was deeply loved by the nurses who cared for her. They painted her nails, washed and braided her hair, talked with her, kept her company, and surrounded her with extraordinary tenderness through the end.
Audree is survived by her grandmother Maurita Green; her father, Jeremy Hobson; her aunt Leslie Green; her uncle Kyle Hobson (Meganne Jones); her aunt Kelley Greene; her uncle Tommy Hobson (Sandra Hobson); her cousins Tanner Hobson, Celina Paul, Aaron Contreras, Adam Hobson, Jude Hobson, Eric Contreras, and Ethan Contreras; her beloved dog, Bear; and many friends and extended family members.
Audree was bigger than the whole sky to those who loved her, and our thoughts will echo her name until we see her again.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather Oscar Green; her cousin Tommy Hobson, Jr.; and her beloved dogs JoJo and Hunny.
A private service will be held for family and close friends. Contact Leslie Green via Facebook for details.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Audree’s name to the Fair Haven Foundation in Indianapolis, whose support helped make it possible for her Auntie to remain near her side during her prolonged hospitalization at IU Health.
Long live all the magic she made.
Hughes-Taylor was entrusted with funeral care.
Jo Ellyn Reynolds, age 60, was born on July 16, 1966 and died on September 12, 2026. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, and the steadiness of her presence is what her family will miss most.
She leaves behind her husband, Jeff Reynolds, with whom she shared a life built on ordinary days and quiet commitment. She was the mother of Samantha Anderson and Kyle Reynolds. Her family grew to include her son-in-law, Ryan Anderson, and daughter-in-law, Patty Reynolds, who became part of the life she tended so carefully. Her grandchildren — Austin Reynolds, Roxanne Reynolds, Mila Martin, and Sadie Anderson — knew her as a constant source of warmth and attention. Her brother, Chad Beckett, and her nephew, Joseph Beckett, survive her as well.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Sharon Beckett; 1 son: Jacob Reynolds; and her sister, Michelle Beckett.
Jo Ellyn’s life was centered on the people she loved. The roles she held — spouse, mother, grandmother, sister — were not titles she carried lightly, but responsibilities she tended with care. Those who knew her best will remember her for the consistency of her love and the ways she showed up for her family, again and again.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home – Salem Chapel; visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until time of service.
In June 2026, Indiana State Police investigators began an investigation after receiving information from an out-of-state resident concerning the alleged possession of child sexual abuse material.
During the investigation in July, investigators seized a cellular device from Joseph A. Jackson, 52, of Greenville. Following a digital forensic examination of the device, investigators obtained a search warrant for Jackson’s residence at 7900 Old Vincennes Road in Greenville. Investigators also obtained an arrest warrant for Jackson.
The investigation is being conducted by the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, consisting of investigators from the Indiana State Police, Jeffersonville Police Department, Clark County Sheriff’s Office and Scott County Sheriff’s Office. The task force was further assisted by the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation remains ongoing. Charges are preliminary and may be amended as the investigation and judicial process continue.
The Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is a multiagency task force that investigates and prosecutes individuals who use the internet to sexually exploit or entice children. The Indiana State Police oversees the task force.
The Indiana ICAC Task Force encourages Hoosiers to report online exploitation, solicitation, and enticement-type crimes against children to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The NCMEC website can be accessed through the ICAC Task Force website. To report a crime involving your child that occurs over the Internet or by other electronic means, please contact your local Indiana law enforcement agency.
Brandon Goodhue, age 35, of Pekin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Schneck Medical Center. Born April 11, 1991, he was the son of David Goodhue and Denise Saling.
Brandon was a machine leader at MPP; member of the Army National Guard; member of Graceland Baptist Church; and lifetime member of the NRA.
He is survived by his parents: David Goodhue, Denise Saling, and Tom Schocke (Shelley); wife: Anissa Goodhue; 5 children: Alexa Goodhue, Hunter Goodhue, Piper Goodhue, Christian Goodhue, and Mollie Goodhue; 3 brothers: Branson Schocke, Antonio Goodhue, and Major Goodhue; 5 sisters: Harmony Goodhue, Joleen Monaghan, Tayvian Altic, Tamya Altic, and Chloe Martin; and grandmothers: Joan Schocke and Dominga Goodhue.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Isabella Goodhue; sister, Emily Schocke; grandfathers: Harold Eiler, Joe Goodhue, Frank Bowling and Mickey Schocke; and grandmother: Brenda Eiler.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Chapel & Celebration Center. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Burial to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery.
Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home was entrusted with funeral care.
