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Ricky Lee Cassidy, aged 64, entered into eternal rest: on June 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones in Orleans, Indiana.

Born on January 22, 1961, Ricky Lee, affectionately known as Rick, dedicated his life to service both as a member of the United States Marine Corps and as a spiritual leader within his community.

Rick served in the Marine Corps from 1979 to 1992, achieving the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. His commitment to his country was matched by his unwavering dedication to his faith.

Following his military career, Rick continued to serve his community through various roles.

He attended Vanderbilt University, where he focused on religious studies and Christian counseling.

Rick was ordained Apostolic Pentecostal Evangelist.

He was mentored by Freddie Davis, Bishop McCormick, and Harry Holt

He became a youth pastor and counselor later answering God's call to become a pastor in Sommerset Ky, where he served for several years.

Later in life, he moved back to Indiana and became a Home Missions Pastor, often aiding struggling churches and holding Bible studies in his home.

In 2022, he met Pastor Lyle Gillespie at the Louisville Christian Assembly. He quickly became a mentor and friend. The whole body of Christ holds a special place in his heart as they welcomed our family with open arms.

He was a part-owner of his grandfather’s business, Cassidys Masonry. He loved brick work and helped build several homes and businesses in Lawrence County.

He worked for the Times Mail and later became a CNA at Garden Villa, becoming one of the first male aides in the state of Indiana.

In 2010, he worked at Orange Co Transit as a part time Dispatcher and driver. He loved working with the
consumers.

For the past five years, he worked as an HHA for Adaptive Nursing/ Help at Home, a role he enjoyed as he helped care for his mother-in-law during that time he also worked at Home Town Waiver Solutions as a DSP/Hab instructor helping care for his special needs stepson.

Rick also served others as a Home Missions Pastor. These roles allowed him to support and uplift many individuals.

Rick’s personal life was filled with many joys from his relationships and hobbies. He was a loving and
supportive husband to Charity Cassidy, providing not only her needs but also her wants.

He was a dedicated stepfather to Micheal and Jonathan Holmes.

His love for the outdoors was evident
in his passion for hunting, fishing, and collecting guns and knives.

He loved music, often making up silly songs for his family’s enjoyment.

He loved the old worship hymns. He loved to sing with his family, often singing his favorite song, it’s All in Him.

He was a devoted Bible reader. He studied the Bible in Greek and Hebrew. Several individuals came to him for their Biblical questions. He lived by the scripture study to show thyself approved.

Rick loved family gatherings and spending time with his friends several gatherings were held at his
home. He loved movie night and hosting Bible Triva.

He loved sports, especially football and basketball, having played in high school. But his passion was boxing, winning several matches while serving in the USMC.

He loved watching UK basketball.

He also cherished his time spent with his beloved fur babies: Piper, Gidget, Jessie, Prince, and Princess

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Don Cassidy and Linda Longest; his grandparents who also adopted him at a young age, Robert Harley and Ruth Cassidy; his brother, Anthony Cassidy; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. He is survived by his wife, Charity; stepsons, Micheal and Jonathan Holmes; God-Daughter: Harmony LaHue, Bonus-Daughter: Rebecca Thornton, brothers, Robert (Sammy), Tony, and Daniel Cassidy; his "bonus brother" Gary Terry (Anita) and & bonus sister; Barba Mosson; and his in-laws, Alan and Kimberly Scott, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Cremation was chosen, and a private memorial service will be held for close family and friends.

A public memorial will be held Monday, June 30th, at Eastview Baptist Church Paoli Indiana

Visitation 11-1 Service at 1p.m
Pastor Lye Gillespie and Greg Struthers will be officiating the service

Flowers may be sent to the church, or contributions may be made to IU Health Hospice or any Cancer

Society in Rick’s memory, honoring his compassionate spirit and enduring legacy.

Larry Vernon Collins, 72

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Larry Vernon Collins, 72, passed away on June 20th in the loving arms of his wife at Norton Pavilion in Louisville.

He was a retired truck driver for 50 years with 4 million safe miles. The last 36 years were with Hass Carriage in Sellersburg, Indiana.

Larry was born June 2, 1953 to the late Vernon and Eula Mae (Hendrix) Collins.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Marilyn; a daughter, Kristie
(Eric) Zemlicka; 2 grandsons: Weldon and Danzig Zemlicka: stepson Paul (Amy) Haynes and a granddaughter, Madalyn Rose Haynes.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved sister, Gail (Alton) Baker and a host of family members and truly great friends

Larry was blessed with the opportunity to be a father figure for several children in his lifetime. Michelle Wilcox and her family remained close to him.

Larry was fun loving and loved life. He especially enjoyed restoring old cars, camping with friends and spent all his free time with his furry side kick, Chip.

A gathering for friends and family will be held at the Salem Senior
Citizens Center from 9:30 until 11 am on Friday.

A memorial service will be held 1 pm on Friday at Dawalt Funeral Home in Salem, Indiana.

Visitation will be Friday from 11 am until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to:
American Cancer Society C/O Jeanette Nolan
945 North Rush Creek Road
Salem, Indiana 47167
www.cancer.org

Lawrence County Inmate Roster – 6-22-25

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Jackson County Inmate Roster – 6-22-25

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Inmates booked into the Jail within the last 24 hours.
 
Devore, Paul M
Booking #: 114275
Booking Date: 06-22-2025 – 2:14 am
Charges: 9-30-5-2(a) (1162) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING A VEHICLE WHILE INTOXICATED
9-21-8-52(a) (13) MOTOR VEHICLE- RECKLESS DRIVING
Bond: $705
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Green, Andrea J
Booking #: 114274
Booking Date: 06-21-2025 – 8:40 pm
Charges: 35-43-4-2 (528) THEFT
35-43-5-4 (391) FRAUD
35-48-4-11(a) (906) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- POSSESSION MARIJUANA/HASH OIL/HASHISH/SALVIA
35-44.1-3-6 (219) PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION- TRAFFICKING WITH AN INMATE OUTSIDE OF A FACILITY
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Guffey, Olivia S
Booking #: 114273
Booking Date: 06-21-2025 – 10:30 am
Charges: 35-42-2-1.3(a) (999) DOMESTIC BATTERY-SIMPLE ASSAULT
Bond: $1505
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Inmates released from the Jail within the last 24 hours.
 
Velasquez Montes, Axel D
Booking #: 113768
Release Date: 06-21-2025 – 4:38 pm
Booking Date: 03-26-2025 – 5:36 pm
Charges: 9-24-19-2 (27) MOTOR VEHICLE- DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED- PRIOR SUSPENSION WITHIN 10 YEARS
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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McDonald, William J
Booking #: 114272
Release Date: 06-21-2025 – 2:38 pm
Booking Date: 06-21-2025 – 3:49 am
Charges: 7.1-5-1-3 (1052) PUBLIC INTOXICATION BY ALCOHOL/DRUGS (DRUNKENNESS)
Bond: $355
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McCory, Charles F
Booking #: 114197
Release Date: 06-21-2025 – 11:08 am
Booking Date: 06-09-2025 – 2:31 pm
Charges: 35-48-4-6.1 (76) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- POSSESS METHAMPHETAMINE
Bond: $1005
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Hawksworth, Paige E
Booking #: 112655
Release Date: 06-21-2025 – 10:38 am
Booking Date: 08-26-2024 – 11:04 am
Charges: 35-42-2-1(e)(1) (1400) BATTERY-MODERATE BODILY INJURY – FELONY
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Cummings, Jayron L
Booking #: 113593
Release Date: 06-21-2025 – 9:53 am
Booking Date: 02-27-2025 – 11:58 am
Charges: 35-42-5-1 (523) ROBBERY
35-47-4-3 (563) WEAPON/INSTRUMENT OF VIOLENCE – POINTING A FIREARM
35-43-4-2[23H] (874) THEFT- ALL OTHER LARCENY -NIBRS
Bond: $5005
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Scott County Inmate Roster – 6-22-25

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Inmates booked into the Detention Center within the last 24 hours.
 
GRIFFIN, SKYLER
Booking #:
SCJAIL:2025-000383
Booking Date:
06-21-2025 – 9:37 am
Charges:
IC 35-42-2-1.3(a)MA ~ DOMESTIC BATTERY
IC 35-45-2-1(A)MA ~ INTIMIDATION

 
Inmates released from the Detention Center within the last 24 hours.
 
SATTERWHITE, DON
Booking #:
SCJAIL:2025-000382
Release Date:
06-21-2025 – 4:00 pm
Booking Date:
06-20-2025 – 4:30 pm
Charges:
IC 35-42-2-1(MB) ~ BATTERY

MCGUNEGILL, CHASE
Booking #:
SCJAIL:2025-000234
Release Date:
06-21-2025 – 8:00 am
Booking Date:
04-24-2025 – 1:46 pm
Charges:
IC 7.1-5-1-3 ~ PUBLIC INTOXICATION
IC 35-43-2-2(B)MA ~ CRIMINAL TRESPASS

Lynn Stewart Lasley, 59, of Salem

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Lynn Stewart Lasley, 59, of Salem, passed away May 15, 2025 at Meadow View Health and Rehab in Salem. He was born on October 6, 1965.

Lynn was a Navy Veteran. 

He is survived by 2 sons: Brandon Lasley (Shanna) and Michael Lasley; and 1 sister: Roy Daily.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Maxine Lasley.

Cremation was chosen. There will be a celebration of life with full military honors at a later date. 

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home was entrusted with funeral care.

www.hughestaylor.net

Mildred Faye “Millie” Bobbitt, 92, formerly of Salem

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Mildred Faye “Millie” Bobbitt, 92, formerly of Salem, passed away June 19, 2025 at La Bella of Clifton in Illinois. Born August 8, 1932 in Orange County, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Harry Williams and Grace Brocar Williams. 

She attended Open Bible Center in Kankakee, Illinois and Calvary Bible Church in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Mildred is survived by 2 daughters: Mary Stipp (Kenny) and Colleen Siedentop (Duane); 1 sister: Opal Montgomery; 5 grandchildren: James Killian (Erin), Rebecca Mulligan, Jayme Rude, Jeremy Stipp (Jessica) and Isaac Siedentop; extended family John & Uraina Sterrett and Haley Sterrett and Charlie Sterrett; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 1 son: Robert Bobbitt and his wife Vada Bobbitt; sister Thelman Jackson; brother George Williams; and several other brothers and sisters. 

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday June 24, 2025 at Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home-Salem Chapel with Michael Wilhite officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial to follow in Winslow Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to help with funeral expenses. 

www.hughestaylor.net

 

Roena Lynn Tegarden, age 57, of Pekin

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Roena Lynn Tegarden, age 57, of Pekin passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at her residence. Born July 16, 1967 in New Albany, Indiana, she was the daughter of Roy Lemarr and Soundra Kay Gibson Lemarr.

Roena was previously employed at Kimball International and was a member of Westview Christian Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Nalley (Timothy); parents, Roy Lemarr and Soundra Lemarr; 2 sisters: Ronda Eiler (Ed) and Stacey Temple (Gary); 9 nieces and nephews: Makayla Eiler, Ezekiel Eiler (Kiersten), Hallie Eiler (Justin), Silas Temple (Taylor), Landon Temple (Morgan), Brayden Temple (Hailey), Alexis Temple, Gerald Tegarden, and Josh Tegarden; several great nieces; and 1 great nephew.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Tegarden; and beloved pet, Chee Chee.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home-Pekin Chapel with Bro. Mark Gray officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 12:00 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.  Burial to follow at Mt. Washington Cemetery.

www.hughestaylor.net

Dannie Smith Jr., age 57 of Salem

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Dannie Smith Jr., age 57 of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his home.

Mr. Smith was born August 22, 1967 in New Albany, Indiana the son of Dannie Smith Sr. and Sam and Betty Weisbach Jeffers. He is an Army and Air Force veteran, and served in Desert Storm.

Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Margaret Rita Smith who he married on March 10, 1988. He is also survived by his parents Sam and Betty Jeffers, by his son, Guthrie Smith of New Albany, his daughters Renee Price of Shreveport, LA, Michelle Milford of New Albany, Sonya Miller of Bedford, Samantha Frederick of French Lick and Kimberly Smith of New Albany. He is also survived by his sisters, Beth Wofford of Hardinsburg, Connie Smith of New Albany and Bonnie Ballard of Clarksville, many grand children and several great-grandchildren.

Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his father, Dannie Smith Sr., his grandparents, Myrtress Smith, Gene Paris, Louise Weisbach and Clarence Weisbach.

Cremation was chosen, but his ashes will be buried at Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Madison Indiana.

Hope Christina Newsome, age 49, of Salem

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Hope Christina Newsome, age 49, of Salem, passed away Friday, June 19 at Baptist Health Floyd.

Hope was born March 19, 1976 in Seymour the daughter of Charlie Weddel and Doris Newby. She was a 1995 graduate of West Washington High School.

She is survived by her companion: Doug Newsome of Salem, brothers: Larry Perry, James Newby and Tristan Newby, and a sister: April Green. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation was chosen and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.