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JOYCE ELIZABETH SCHOPMEYER FUQUA, Riley, IN (3/28/24)Joyce Elizabeth Schopmeyer Fuqua, Age 59, a cherished member of the Riley, Indiana community, passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2024, surrounded by her family. Despite the family being profoundly saddened, they are comforted knowing that she is now in the arms of her heavenly father, free from pain & suffering...
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DAVID “JACK” BROWN Knightsville, Indiana (3/27/24)David “Jack” Brown, 86, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Hudsonwood at Brazil. He was born on December 21, 1937 in Cory, Indiana to the late William J. Brown and Eunice (Moberly) Collins. Jack attended Greencastle High School, and served his country in the United States Navy. He married Etta Darlene Green on May 15, 1959. Jack worked for Lonestar Concrete and retired from Hercules in Terre Haute...
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JUDITH LYNN PITTSENBARGER, Brazil, IN (3/24/24)Judith Lynn Pittsenbarger, 78, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away while staying at Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care, on March 22, 2024. Judy was born on December 14, 1945, in Terre Haute, Indiana the daughter of Jack and Marie (Barbee) Hinesley. She married Kenneth Pittsenbarger November 18, 1978; he preceded her in death in 2014...
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ROBERT D. NICOSON, Brazil, IN (3/24/24)Robert D. Nicoson, 75 of Brazil entered the Church Triumphant on March 21, 2024, at 6:33am. He was born in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina on May 23, 1948, the son of Warren “Nic” Nicoson and Betty Campbell Nicoson. He grew up in Centerpoint and graduated from Brazil High School, Class of 1966. He attended Purdue and pursued his education in engineering. His work career was spent primarily with Britt Aero as an aerospace design and engineer. He retired in 2015...
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JACKIE COOK, Brazil, IN (3/22/24)Jackie Cook, 83, passed away March 14, 2024 at Hutson Wood of Brazil. Jackie was born to the late Elsie Marie Cook in Reelsville, Indiana on February 2, 1941. Jackie worked for the Greencastle Highway Department, and for several years as a school bus driver. Jackie enjoyed playing guitar and listening to country music...
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Rita Gard-Smith, formerly Brazil (3/22/24)Rita Gard-Smith, of Findlay, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024 at The Heritage Nursing Home. She was born Rita Ann Ragoshke on May 19, 1933, in Brazil, Indiana, to the late James Ragoshke and Beulah Johnson. A 1951 graduate of Brazil High School. Rita went on to marry Robert Gard, who preceded her in death in 1979. Later in life, she married Gerald Smith, who preceded her in death in 2023...
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ROBERT DALE PARR, Knightsville, IN (3/21/24)Robert Dale Parr, Sr. 83 of Knightsville, passed away at his home with his family by his side. He was born January 7, 1941, in Brazil, the son of Orris and Ruth Stewart Parr. He attended VanBuren High School.
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REGINA ANN MYLES, Clay County, IN (3/21/24)
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KENNETH DOUGLAS LOUDERBACK, formerly Brazil, IN (3/21/24)Kenneth Douglas Louderback, 61, passed on the evening of March 13th due to complications from a stroke. He was the son of Leon and Shirley Louderback. Shirley preceded him in death in 1021. He is survived by his wife, Robbie; his dad, Leon; his daughters Kendra and Carrisa; and a brother, Rick (Rhonda)...
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SHIRLEY ANN PELL, Harmony, IN (3/15/24)Shirley Ann Pell, 93, of Harmony passed away March 14, 2024, with her dear family by her side. She was born November 13, 1930, in Harmony, the daughter of Albert and Hila Hann Girton. She graduated from Van Buren High School with the class of 1948. Shirley married her high school sweetheart, James Pell, on June 30, 1951. ...
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Milton C. Burns, Jr, of Plainfield, IN (3/13/24)Milton C. Burns, Jr, 97, of Plainfield, IN, passed away March 5, 2024, at Richard L. Roudebush Veterans’ Administration Medical Center in Indianapolis. He was born on September 3, 1926, in Brazil, IN to Milton & Lelia (Buck) Burns and attended Brazil High School with the class of 1945. ...
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Betty Jane Howard, Brazil, Indiana (3/13/24)Betty Jane Howard, 93, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on March 9, 2024, while staying at Hudson Wood. Betty was born on February 4, 1931, in Terre Haute, Indiana, the daughter of Lester Shroyer and Delilah Bierce. She married Billy W. Howard Sr. on October 30, 1947 he preceded her in death in 2002. ...
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Rev. William Baggett Coker, Phd Indianapolis, IN (3/11/24)After a long battle with dementia, Rev. William Baggett Coker, PhD, passed on Thursday 7 March 2024 from this earthly life into the presence of Jesus Christ, his Savior.
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STEVEN RADER Brazil, IN (3/11/24)Steven Rader passed away unexpectedly on 3/5/24 while snowbirding in Florida with his loving wife, Tammy. Steven was born to Frank and Patsy (Michael) Rader in Brazil, IN on March 22, 1963. He was a 1982 graduate of Van Buren High School. Steven was a Chief Inspector for Paxon Energy & Infrastructure / CenterPoint Energy. ...
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Thomas “Tommy” W. Battin, Reelsville,IN (3/10/24)Thomas “Tommy” W. Battin, 78, of Reelsville, Indiana, passed away on March 8, 2024 following a lengthy illness. Tommy was born on January 24, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Ervin and Thelma (Merrill) Battin. He graduated from Reelsville High School with the class of 1965. ...
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Leuella “Jean” Baughn Formerly Clay County (3/10/24)Leuella “Jean” Baughn, 82, formerly of Columbus Ohio, passed peacefully in her sleep. She was the youngest of five children born to Leo and Genevieve Anderson in Brazil, Indiana. Jean graduated from Fillmore High School and was an avid volunteer throughout her life...
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MARY JOSEPHINE COX, Brazil, Indiana (3/9/24)Mary Josephine Cox, 96, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Hutsonwood of Brazil. She was born in Brazil, Indiana on November 5, 1927 to the late Charles and Ola (McClanahan) Bussing. Mary Jo graduated from Brazil High School and married Ervin Cox on July 7, 1947. She worked as a nurse at Clay County Hospital for her entire career, and was a life long member of Annunciation Catholic Church...
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GINA GUZZINO CROOKS, Parke County, IN (3/7/24)Gina Guzzino Crooks passed away at her home on the Crooks Family Farm in Parke County, Indiana on March 6, 2024 at the age of 65. She was born in Patterson, Louisiana, to Lula and Leonard Guzzino. Gina is survived by Jon David Crooks, her devoted and “handsome husband” as she would so lovingly introduce him to everyone she met, her sister, Vickie Guarisco (Steve), Angel Dugas (Carl), and Christi Armato (Carl), her brother in law, Greg Crooks (Jane); her children, Matthew Crooks (Starrla), and Tara Crooks Bennett (Alex), one granddaughter, Thea Naomi Bennett, their beloved golden retriever, Hank, and 3 grand dogs. ...
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John L. Hughbanks, Brazil, IN (3/4/24)John L. Hughbanks, 72, passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2024. John was born to the late William and Thelma Hughbanks on July 31, 1951. John graduated from Van Buren High School in 1969. On January 9, 1971 he married his high school sweetheart, Janet Long. ...
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OPAL JANICE (PARR) GOOCH, Harmony, IN (3/2/24)Opal Janice (Parr) Gooch, age 94, of Harmony, Indiana, passed away on March 1st, 2024, in Terre Haute, Indiana. Opal Janice was born on July 15, 1929, in Harmony, Indiana, to the late Harold W. Parr and Anna Estelle (Girton) Parr. Janice was a dedicated individual who made significant contributions throughout her lifetime. ...
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SONDRA DANE (WHITAKER) BURRIS, Mt. Meridian, IN (2/28/24)Sondra Dane (Whitaker) Burris, age 85, of Mt. Meridian, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. Born February 12, 1939 in Mt. Meridian, Indiana, she was the daughter of Dewayne and Elizabeth (Morlan) Whitaker. Sondra and Crawford “Crow” Burris met when she was 6 years old and married her soulmate, Crow, on June 9, 1956. They were married for almost 68 years...
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JANELLA FAYTHE NICOSON, Clay County, IN (2/28/24)Janelle Faythe Nicoson, 76, passed away February 26, 2024. Janelle was born to the late Sidney “Ralph” and Mildred June (Brammer) Nicoson in Brazil on June 1, 1947. Janelle grew up on a farm in southern Clay County with three brothers. She attended Ashboro Elementary, Clay City Jr. ...
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DORA IRENE (BURKETT) HARDEN, Brazil, IN (2/28/24)Dora Irene (Burkett) Harden of Brazil, passed away on February 24, 2024 at Clay County Hospital. She was born in Freedom, In. on May 26, 1932, the daughter of Charles Burkett, and Eva (Hockman) Burkett. She graduated from Freedom High School in 1950...
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RONALD "JAMIE" THORPE, Brazil, IN (2/28/24)Ronald James “Jamie” Thorpe, 49, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at his home on February 23, 2024. Ronald was born on November 5, 1974, in Brazil, Indiana, the son of Ronald H. and Elizabeth Ann (Green) Thorpe. He graduated from Northview High School with the class of 1994. He worked at Kroger and Toys-R-Us for many years...
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NAOMI RUTH (HEATH) CORBIN, Clay County, IN (2/26/24)Naomi Ruth (Heath) Corbin 92, of Clay City, passed away February 25, 2024, at Cobblestone Crossing Health Campus in Terre Haute, IN. She was born Nov. 23,1931, the daughter of Earl (Jack) Heath and Nina Vivian (West) Heath. On April 22, 1988, she was united in marriage to Richard D. Corbin of Sparks, Nevada, where the couple resided until 1998...
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FREDRICKA SUE (DRAKE) BOETJER, formerly Brazil, IN (2/23/24)It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fredricka Sue (Drake) Boetjer, 64, of Santa Maria, California. On February 8, 2024, Freddie left this world surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy of love. A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Freddie's warmth touched all who knew her...
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DONALD KIRKHAM, formerly Brazil, IN (2/23/24)Donald Kirkham, 86, passed away peacefully with his family present on January 16, 2024. He was born in Brazil, Indiana, March 25, 1937, to Walter and Helen (Emmert) Kirkham. On May 23, 1957, he married LaVonna Riddel and together they created a loving home for themselves, their two daughters and their son...
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JOHN ALAN TURNER, Brazil, IN (2/19/24)John Alan Turner, 75, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis on February 17, 2024, following a lengthy illness. John was born on April 5, 1948, in Brazil, Indiana, the son of Melvin and Mary (Newton) Turner. He graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1966.
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CHARLES C. PRICE, Brazil, IN (2/19/24)Charles C. Price passed away the evening of February 17, 2024, at the Villas of Hollybrook, Brazil, Indiana. Born January 15, 1932, he was the son of Edward “Dick” and Catherine Bridgewater Price. He graduated from Brazil High School in 1949. Charlie was raised on a dairy farm and delivered milk as a young man. ...
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PATRICIA J. TRIBBLE, Formerly Brazil, IN (2/19/24)Patricia J. Tribble, 81, of Connersville passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024 at her residence. One of three children of Robert and Betty Stunkard Tribble, Patricia was born in Brazil, Indiana on February 9, 1943 and graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1960...
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DORIS OCHS, Brazil, IN (2/15/24)Doris Ochs, 90 passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Heritage Woods of Noblesville. She was born on June 18, 1933 in Greencastle, Indiana to the late Ross and Osa (Cooper) Young. Doris graduated from Brazil High School in 1952 and married James Ochs on September 24, 1966. She worked as an estimator for Lee Company School Supply, and was an active member of the Brazil First Christian Church as well as the Legacy Bible Church in Fishers...
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JON R. GIRTON, Brazil, IN (2/14/24)Jon R. Girton, 83, passed away February 13, 2024. Jon was born to the late Richard and Doris (LaBier) Girton on March 14, 1940 in Brazil. Jon graduated from Brazil High School in 1958. On October 1, 1960, Jon married the love of his life, Mary Jane Girton. She preceded him in death in 2017. Jon worked various jobs throughout his life, most involving heavy equipment. Jon enjoyed building Legos, watching movies, and watching sports...
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Ethel E. Stevenson, Brazil, IN (2/8/24)Ethel E. Stevenson, 86, passed away February 7, 2024 at The Belmont Health and Rehabilitation in Columbus, Indiana. Ethel was born to the late Harvie and Gladys (Flockhart) Brown in Clay County on September 9, 1937. Ethel graduated from Brazil High School in 1955. ...
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BETTY JUNE FIELDS Brazil, IN (2/5/24)Betty June Fields, 90, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 at her home in Brazil. She was born on June 12, 1933 in Brazil, Indiana to the late Leo Solomon-Medaugh and Audrey L. (Williams) Medaugh. Betty attended Brazil High School and worked as in housekeeping at several motels and nursing homes, as well as working for Columbia House Records. ...
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Forrest Dale O’Hern, Brazil, Indiana (2/5/24)Forrest Dale O’Hern, 91, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away while staying at Cloverleaf Health Care on February 2, 2024. Forrest was born on April 9, 1932, in Carbon, Indiana, the son of Connie and Lenna (Martin) O’Hern. He graduated from VanBuren High School. Forrest retired from Kroger after many years of service...
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BENNETT RANDOLPH SIMS Brazil, IN (2/4/24)Bennett Randolph Sims, was born on January 30, 2024 and passed from this world shortly after on January 31, 2024 at 6:42pm at Riley Hospital. He was the first baby born to loving parents, Trent and Tiffany Patterson Sims, of Brazil. They are supported by their family, grandparents, Michael Patterson of Greencastle, Gayle and Randy Sims of Brazil; Aunts and Uncles, Miranda Ackerman, Daniel Patterson, Kaitlyn Patterson, Katie and Wyatt Cowden; grandparents, Wendall Colyer and Norma Patterson; and cousins, Jax and Drew Cowden.. ...
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JAY FARRIS, Brazil, IN (2/3/24)Jay L. Farris, 59, of Brazil, Indiana passed away at his home, unexpectedly, on February 1, 2024. Jay was born on March 20, 1964, in Brazil, the son of Jerry and Rosella (Cox) Farris. He graduated from Brazil High School. Jay worked as a fork truck driver for Happico, in Greencastle, Indiana and most recently for Kroger, in Brazil...
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EDWARD W. MODESITT, Brazil, IN (2/2/24)Edward W. Modesitt, 85, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly, on January 31, 2024, at his home. Ed was born on January 14, 1939, in Spencer, Indiana, the son of William and Eunice (Crosley) Modesitt. He graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1957. He worked at Arketex in Brazil and CBS Records, and retired from AET (Hercules) as a machinist...
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Senior Chief Petty Officer (Retired) Maurizio Salvatore Calabrese, BRAZIL, IN (1/30/24)Senior Chief Petty Officer (Retired) Maurizio Salvatore Calabrese, 73, passed away on Sunday, January 28th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Verona, Italy on August 25th, 1950, to Lorenzo Calabrese and Maria Spinato, immigrating to the United States at age 18.
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Marilyn Lynn Douglas, Brazil, Indiana (1/29/24)Marilyn Lynn Douglas, 81, of Brazil, Indiana, died on January 28, 2024, at Regional Hospital, following a brief illness. Marilyn was born on September 30, 1942, in Linton, Indiana, the daughter of John and Phyllis M. (Mitchell) Kennedy. She graduated from Glenn High School, in Terre Haute. ...
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Robert Newport, Clay City, Indiana (1/29/24)Robert Newport, 79, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Clay County, Indiana on January 3, 1945 to the late Herbert and Vivian (Stanz) Newport. He attended Van Buren High School, and worked for RCA for almost 30 years. Robert married Evelyn Passmore on November 4, 1980...
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Dortha Jean Megenhardt Barrett Urbain, Brazil, IN (1/29/24)Dortha Jean Megenhardt Barrett Urbain, 95, passed away January 28, 2024. She was the daughter of Ethel Wells Megenhardt and Renos J. Megenhardt. She was born March 30, 1928 in Center Point. She worked for the G.C. Murphy Co. for over 41 years in Brazil. She loved people. She made many friends and loved them all...
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Margie Welch, Brazil, IN (1/29/24)Margie Welch, 77, passed away January 27, 2024, at Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care. Margie was born to the late Lorenzo and Zetta (Craft) Welch in Greencastle on February 22, 1946.
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JAMES EARL HINTON Greencastle, IN (1/27/24)James Earl Hinton, 81, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024. He was born on October 28, 1942 to Orville Hinton and Florence (Chambers) Winkler. He worked as a truck driver for many years. James married Christene (Bault) Hinton on May 25, 1963. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, sons James Roger Hinton (Carrie) and Joey Dewayne Hinton (Donetta), daughters Candy Fiscus (Mike) and Teena Hinton (Bill), and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren...
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JACQUELYN JEAN (HARDEN) EVANS Brazil, IN (1/26/24)Jacquelyn Jean (Harden) Evans, 81, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on January 21, 2024. Jacque was born on September 16, 1942, in Brazil, Indiana, the daughter of Frank and Ethel M. (Miller) Harden. Jacque worked for Columbia House for several years. She also worked as a waitress at Elks and the Fox’s Restaurant.
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Jerry Robison - Brazil, IN (1/26/24)Jerry Robison, 73, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, January 25, 2024 in Brazil, Indiana. He was born in Brazil on May 22, 1950 to the late Hubert and Rosemary (Douglas) Robison. Jerry graduated from Brazil High School in 1968, and worked for the City of Brazil for 51 years. He married Tammy Paver on April 16, 1987...
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NANCY ADELE NEVINS, Carbon, IN (1/25/24)Nancy Adele Nevins, 72, of Carbon, Indiana, passed away at Regional Hospital on January 24, 2024. Nancy was born on November 28, 1951, in Brazil, Indiana, the daughter of Phillip and Nancy M. (Foxworthy) Short. She graduated from Van Buren High School with the class of 1970 and attended Indiana State University. She married Rickie Lynn Nevins on April 3, 1971...
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MARGARET ANN MILLER, Brazil, IN (1/22/24)Margaret Ann Miller, 89, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024 at her home in Brazil. She was born on January 13, 1935 in Brazil to the late Roy and Carrie Ann (Riley) Cox. Margaret graduated from Brazil High School in 1953, and went on to marry Dorman “Bud” Miller on July 7, 1956. In her younger years she worked at Murphy’s Department Store and later was the secretary for the Clay County Surveyors Office...
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ELNORA JUNE FOREMAN, Reelsville, IN (1/22/24)Elnora June Foreman, 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute. She was born in Putnam County on September 25, 1925 to the late Hobart and Frances (Beaman) Stallcop. June graduated from Reelsville High School in 1944 and married William Carl Foreman on October 4, 1946. ...
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ROBERT “BOBBY” MOORE, Brazil, IN (1/21/24)Robert “Bobby” Moore, 71, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on January 19, 2024, surrounded by his family while staying at Towne Park. Bobby was born on September 9, 1952, in Brazil, Indiana, the son of Robert Joseph and Kathleen M. (Biggs) Moore. He graduated from Staunton High School with the class of 1970 and attended college, in Indianapolis, majoring in business. Bobby returned to Brazil and married his high school sweetheart, Janet Marie Baker in March of 1971...
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