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Doris Mae (Endres) Smith, 81, Palmyra

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Doris Mae (Endres) Smith was born on April 21, 1943, in New Albany, IN, to Theodore Endres and Lillian (Frederick) Mosier.

She was a 1961 graduate of Morgan Township High School and spent much of her life dedicated to her family and home.

Doris worked as a homemaker, where she found joy in nurturing her loved ones and creating a warm and loving environment.

On September 15, 1963, Doris married Gary Smith. Together, they built a life in Palmyra, where Doris was a member of the South Liberty Church of Christ. She had a deep faith and cherished her time with her church family.

Doris loved to spend her days gardening, crocheting, cooking, and canning, hobbies that brought her great satisfaction. She also enjoyed singing and found much joy in the company of her family and friends. Her kind spirit, and warm heart made her beloved by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Ted Smith; and her brother-in-law, Jack Schuman.

Doris is survived by her devoted husband, Gary Smith; daughter, Kathy (Pete) Barry; sister, Pearl Schuman; brother, Dennis Mosier; daughter-in-law, Jane Smith; grandchildren: Brandon (Natalie) Smith, Zach (Michaela) Smith, Emily (Austin) Leupp, Luke Barry, Rachel Smith, Elana (Anthony) Taylor, Anna Smith, Erin Barry; and great-grandchildren: Katie, Abigail, Lincoln, Elora, Felicity, Alaric, Honor, Valor, Adamar, Blaire, Wrenley, and Rowan.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and again on Monday, March 31, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Love Funeral Home in Palmyra, IN.

A funeral service will take place on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with burial to follow at Martinsburg Cemetery in Martinsburg, IN.

David N. Hollen, age 65 of Salem

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David N. Hollen, age 65 of Salem, Indiana passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 9:03 pm, in St. Vincent Salem Hospital Salem, Indiana.

Born July 23, 1959 in Salem, Indiana, he was the son of the late Edward W. Hollen and Jewell (King) Hollen. He was a retired employee of the old OP Link Handle CO Salem, Indiana where he was the only painter on the line.

He had been a life resident of Washington County. He attended Salem High School. On July 4, 1982 he married Donna Sue (Roop) Hollen.

He loved being outside in his garden, under the shade trees, and hanging out in his garage tinkering around.

Animals were drawn to his gentle spirit, and his home was never without the warmth of a beloved pet (and sometimes a stray opossum) often curled up in his lap as he searched for treasures on eBay.

A devoted family man, he adored his wife, children, and grandchildren, always making time for those he loved. Saturday nights outside by the fire with family and time spent with his brothers were among his happiest moments. His passion for collecting pocket knives and tools was well known, and his trusty Ford trucks were a reflection of his hardworking nature and love for classic craftsmanship.

Though he may no longer be with us, his memory lives on in the hearts of those he touched. His kindness, laughter, and unwavering love will never be forgotten.

Rest easy, David. May you always have a warm fire, a plate of fried Morel mushrooms, a cat on your lap, and the most amazing eBay find waiting for you.

Survivors include: Wife: Donna Sue (Roop) Hollen, Daughter: Amy Jo (Jordan) Craig of Salem, Indiana; Daughter: Angela Jewell (Maxwell Brackett) Hollen of Salem, Indiana; Daughter: Amber Jeanette (Blake) Brooks of Salem, Indiana; Brother: Kermit Hollen of Salem, Indiana; Brother: Dennis Hollen of Salem, Indiana; and Brother: Steve Hollen of Salem, Indiana. He is also survived by 2 grandchildren Mason and Jackson; His beloved cats. He was preceded in death by Brother: Donnie C. Hollen. Sisters: Camella Smith, Janice White, and Wilma Howe.

Visitation: 10 am to 12 pm Friday.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon Friday at Dawalt Funeral Home with Pastor Jason Cooper officiating.

Committal and interment will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery in Salem.

Bonnie Sue (Milligan) Elliott, aged 83

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Bonnie Sue (Milligan) Elliott, aged 83, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at her daughter’s (Tami Masden) home in Noblesville, Indiana. Bonnie was in Hospice and both her daughters, Tami and Jill Fogelsong, were gratefully at her side when she passed.  She fought a brave fight in the last days of her life.  

Bonnie was born in 1941 to Pearl (McPherson) and Herman Milligan, both of Paoli, Indiana. 

Bonnie married Rodger Elliott on July 18, 1958, at the young age of seventeen.  They both married only once to each other and were married 66 years.  Bonnie was preceded in death by Rodger who passed away 12/27/2024.   

Bonnie declined rapidly and died of a broken heart after the loss of her husband. 

Both Rodger and Bonnie were confirmed Christians. From the moment they surrendered their hearts to Jesus, they committed their lives to that way of life.  Bonnie is again united and celebrating with her beloved husband in Heaven and all of her family and friends who went before her. She is finally at peace and no longer burdened with a broken heart. Bonnie was a member of the Little Mission Church in Hardinsburg, Indiana. 

Bonnie was preceded in death by not only her husband but also her son, Ricky Dale Elliott, who died in 2015, and her sister Minnie (Milligan) Chapman. 

Bonnie is survived by her two daughters, Tami (Elliott) Masden and Jill (Elliott) Fogelsong, both of Noblesville, Indiana.  Bonnie is also survived by three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She is also survived by her eldest sister, Betty (Milligan) Slayton of Paoli. 

Cremation was pre-planned by Bonnie. In lieu of a funeral or celebration of life, her desire was for family and friends to simply celebrate her through personal memories created over the years. 

Online condolences can be made at dillmanscottfuneralhome.com

Tina L. (Williams) Deweese, 63, of Depauw

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Tina L. (Williams) Deweese, 63, of Depauw, Indiana passed from this life on March 23, 2025 at Harrison County Hospital, Corydon, Indiana.  Tina was born on May 2, 1961 in Corydon, Indiana to the late Herbert M. and Evelyn H. (Seacat) Williams.

Tina was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and shopping.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Jamie Kirby.

She is survived by her son, Eric M. Kirby of Milltown, Indiana; daughter, Shanda K. Lee of Depauw, Indiana; grandchildren, Hunter, Carson, and Mason Grisby, Daytona and Bristol Kirby; and sisters, Jane Mann of New Castle, Kentucky, Karen Taylor of Springville, Kentucky, and Brenda House of Campbellsburg, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home in Milltown, Indiana.  Interment will follow in the Milltown Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Friday, March 28, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until time of the service at 1:00 p.m., at the funeral home.

Bro. Chris Mann will officiate the service.

Brown Funeral Home in Milltown, Indiana is entrusted with the arrangements.

Dorothy L. Green Johnson, age 92 of Salem

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Dorothy L. Green Johnson, age 92 of Salem, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025 in Salem Crossing Nursing Home.

Born February 20, 1933 in Salem, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Clare Patrick and Hester L. (Sullivan) Winslow.

She was a retired employee, after 47 years of the old Smith Cabinet Manufacturing Company in Salem and was a member of the Eastview Church of Christ.

On September 26, 1950 she married Mike M. Green, who passed away August 24, 2004.

In 2007 she married Carl R. Johnson, who survives.

Also surviving are: Several nieces and nephews; 1 brother: Ivan E. (Glendle) Winslow of Arkansas; 3 step daughters and several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren.

Private Services were held and Dorothy was laid to rest in Crown Hill Cemetery.

Arrangements by Dawalt Funeral Home.

Barbara L. Gilstrap, age 80 of Salem

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Barbara L. Gilstrap, age 80 of Salem, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Baptist East, surrounded by her family.

Ms. Gilstrap was born February 7, 1945 in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, the daughter of Clarence and Effie Doan Hasty. She was retired from Smith Cabinet.

Ms. Gilstrap is survived by her sons, Jonathon Gilstrap (Ashley) of Salem, Darrell Fultz (Sheila) of Salem, Richard Fultz (Heather) of Salem and Michael Scott Fultz of Salem.

She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Ms. Gilstrap is also survived by her companion, Jack David Hobson of Campbellsburg. She is also survived by her sister in laws, Cynthia and Brenda Hasty.

Ms. Gilstrap is preceded by her parents, her daughter Myle Carter, her brothers: Jack Hasty, Windell Hasty, Homer Hasty, Billy Hasty, Clarence (Jib) Hasty, Tilmon Hasty and a sister, Gertrude McClure. She is also preceded by two great grandchildren, Wrenleigh and Ayden.

Services will be held on Saturday, March 29 at Weathers Funeral Home at 1:00p.m.

Visitation will also be on Saturday, from 10:00a.m until the time of the service.

Burial at Crown Hill Cemetery will follow after the funeral service.

City Council Approves Abatement for E&H Tubing Expansion

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E&H Tubing of Jackson County will be expanding their pipe fabricating business in Salem as soon as August with up to 40 employees and about a $4 million investment in the first year (including a $2.7 million with another $1.4 million worth of steel).

The company will be signing a five-year lease with an option to buy two buildings on the former Smith Cabinet property. 

“When we come to Salem, we’re going to stay in Salem. We want to be part of the community, increase the tax base with an estimated payroll of about $900,000 a year,” said a company representative who spoke to the council Monday afternoon. “If we’re successful, we could bring $20 million in business to Salem.” 

He said the company had been successful in Brownstown and had looked at several other locations before settling on Salem. 

A second expansion could add more fabrication in another building with more employees. 

The council approved the five-year abatement with a 6-0 vote. 

E&H Tubing creates steel tubing for the ag industry as well as for gates, satellite posts, carports, boat docks, gates, metal buildings and for lawn and garden applications. 

Salem’s Next Water Line Rehab To Begin April 1 on South Main Street

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The City of Salem is set to begin the next phase of its waterline replacement project on April 1, 2025, continuing vital infrastructure improvements in alignment with the ongoing highway project.

The South Main Street Waterline Project will extend from the south gate of the square to the bridge on Main Street and is expected to last approximately 120 days.

This project is part of the city’s ongoing commitment to enhancing water quality and modernizing infrastructure to better serve residents and businesses. 

Due to the water line being in direct conflict with road improvements, the work is fully funded through grants secured by the Mayor’s Office via the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

There will be no additional cost to city ratepayers.

Throughout the project, traffic will remain open, and all businesses along South Main Street will continue operating as usual. The city appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents, businesses, and visitors as crews work to complete these necessary improvements.

“We are excited to continue making investments that improve essential services for our community,” Mayor Justin Green.

“This project is a step toward ensuring reliable and high-quality water access for our residents, and we are grateful for the state and federal partners.”

New Harmony Couple Arrested for Dealing and Possession of Meth

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Friday night, March 21, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Indiana State Police and Posey County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single vehicle crash on Harmony Springfield Road and Bailey Road. When officers arrived, they identified the driver as Michael Roettger, 66, of New Harmony.

Roettger displayed signs of impairment and further investigation at the scene revealed he was allegedly under the influence of meth and marijuana.

Further investigation developed probable cause to obtain a search warrant for Roettger’s residence located at 10002 Bethsaida Church Road, New Harmony.

During the search of the residence, officers located approximately 15 grams of suspected methamphetamine, a small amount of marijuana, four legend drug pills, one syringe, a scale with white residue, and drug paraphernalia.

Roettger’s wife, Christine, was at the residence during the search. Michael and Christine Roettger were arrested and taken to the Posey County Jail where they are being held on bond.

This is an ongoing investigation and toxicology is pending.

Arrested and Charges:

Michael Roettger, 66, of New Harmony, IN

  1. Dealing Methamphetamine, Level 3 Felony
  2. Possession of Methamphetamine with a Weapon, Level 5 Felony
  3. Possession of Methamphetamine with a prior Dealing Conviction, Level 5 Felony
  4. Possession of Legend Drug, Level 6 Felony
  5. Unlawful Possession of a Syringe, Level 6 Felony
  6. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor
  7. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
  8. Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Class C Misdemeanor

Christine Roettger, 60, of New Harmony, IN

  1. Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 5 Felony
  2. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor

Arresting Officer: Trooper Alex Vennekotter, Indiana State Police
Assisting Officer: Trooper Gage Cummings, Indiana State Police

Assisting Agency: Posey County Sheriff’s Office
 

Jackson County Inmate Roster – 3-21-25

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Inmates booked into the Jail within the last 24 hours.
 
Moore Booker, Eric R
Booking #: 113727
Booking Date: 03-21-2025 – 12:04 am
Charges: 35-45-1-3 (156) PUBLIC ORDER- DISORDERLY CONDUCT
35-45-2-1 (158) COMMUNICATION- INTIMIDATION
35-43-1-2(a) (1078) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
35-48-4-11(a) (906) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- POSSESSION MARIJUANA/HASH OIL/HASHISH/SALVIA
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Wright-Bediako, Morgan E
Booking #: 113726
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 10:50 pm
Charges: 9-30-5-2(a) (1162) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING A VEHICLE WHILE INTOXICATED
9-30-5-1(b) A-Misd(1) Operating A Vehicle With An Ace Of .15 Or More
Bond: $705
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Morris, Michael G
Booking #: 113725
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 5:40 pm
Charges: 35-44.1-2-9 (1282) FAILURE TO APPEAR
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Coats, Johnathan W
Booking #: 113724
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 4:32 pm
Charges: 35-50-7-9 (88) SENTENCE- COURT ORDER PROBATION VIOLATION
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Lovegrove, Jennifer L
Booking #: 113723
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 1:31 pm
Charges: 35-44.1-2-9 (1282) FAILURE TO APPEAR
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Burns, James J
Booking #: 113722
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 11:18 am
Charges: 35-48-4-6 (75) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- POSSESS COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
35-44.1-2-3 (200) PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION- FALSE INFORMING/REPORTING
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Evans, Jared D
Booking #: 113721
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 8:39 am
Charges: 35-43-4-2 (1125) THEFT : A : M
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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McGrath, Joseph
Booking #: 113720
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 5:42 am
Charges: 35-42-2-1.3(a) (999) DOMESTIC BATTERY-SIMPLE ASSAULT
35-42-3-3 (709) CONFINEMENT
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Inmates released from the Jail within the last 24 hours.
 
Wingler, Avis L
Booking #: 113719
Release Date: 03-21-2025 – 4:23 am
Booking Date: 03-20-2025 – 5:08 am
Charges: 35-46-1-15.1 (660) FAMILY OFFENSE- INVASION OF PRIVACY
Bond: $705
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Willoughby, Kevin A
Booking #: 113666
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 11:38 pm
Booking Date: 03-11-2025 – 12:22 pm
Charges: 9-30-5-1(a) (106) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING A VEHICLE WHILE INTOXICATED
9-30-5-2(a) (1162) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING A VEHICLE WHILE INTOXICATED
Bond: $1505
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Johnson, Destiny J
Booking #: 113551
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 7:53 pm
Booking Date: 02-19-2025 – 2:22 pm
Charges: 35-45-1-3 (156) PUBLIC ORDER- DISORDERLY CONDUCT
36-8-16.7-46 (910) EMERGENCY TELEPHONE SYSTEM- PLACEMENT OF 911 CALLS PROHIBITED
Bond: $705
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Easler, Levi M
Booking #: 113674
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 4:53 pm
Booking Date: 03-12-2025 – 8:22 pm
Charges: 35-42-2-1.3(b)(2) (1001) DOMESTIC BATTERY-ADULT KNOWING PRESENCE OF CHILD LESS THAN 16 YEARS OLD (SEE OR HEAR)
35-42-2-9(B) (1075) Strangulation (Simple)- Def. Applies Pressure To Throat Or Neck Or Obstructs Nose Or Mouth Of Another To Impede Breathing Or Blood
35-45-2-5 (161) COMMUNICATION- INTERFERE IN THE REPORTING OF A CRIME
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Hitchcock, Deborah E
Booking #: 113679
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 4:08 pm
Booking Date: 03-13-2025 – 5:45 pm
Charges: 35-43-4-2 (528) THEFT
35-43-2-2 (262) CRIMINAL TRESPASS
Bond: $1505
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Roberts, Timothy A
Booking #: 112678
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 11:08 am
Booking Date: 08-30-2024 – 4:51 pm
Charges: 35-48-4-1.1 (263) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- DEALING METHAMPHETAMINE
Bond: $10005
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Smith, Bobbie L
Booking #: 113708
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 10:38 am
Booking Date: 03-18-2025 – 11:50 am
Charges: 16-42-19-18 (604) HEALTH- POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
35-48-4-6.1 (76) CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- POSSESS METHAMPHETAMINE
35-48-4-8.3 (1039) Controlled Substance- Possess Paraphernalia
9-24-18-1 (24) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING WITHOUT EVER OBTAINING LICENSE
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Heitz, Michelle M
Booking #: 113638
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 10:23 am
Booking Date: 03-06-2025 – 11:09 pm
Charges: 7.1-5-1-3 [35A] (1033) PUBLIC INTOXICATION BY DRUGS
Bond: $355
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Doran, Nicholas A
Booking #: 113395
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 8:23 am
Booking Date: 01-19-2025 – 1:10 pm
Charges: 99 Warrant Service
Bond: Bond Pending or No Bond Required
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Thomas, Amanda R
Booking #: 113718
Release Date: 03-20-2025 – 7:08 am
Booking Date: 03-19-2025 – 10:57 pm
Charges: 9-30-5-2(a) (1162) MOTOR VEHICLE- OPERATING A VEHICLE WHILE INTOXICATED
Bond: $355
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