Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Board of Works Approves Sign Change, County Fair Parade Route

The Shelbyville Board of Works yesterday approved signage regarding a blind pedestrian in Clearview addition. The board had previously discussed expanding the currently marked area.

“We had a gentleman here at the meeting who didn’t really want (the sign) in his yard…and we had discussed putting signage on the existing poles where the stop signs are, but that’s really not a good suggestion,” Dave Fannin, Street Department supervisor, told the board.

He instead suggested installing signs near Welcome Way Drive, south of its intersections with Theobald St. and Premier St., and a third one on Summerway Drive, viewable to those coming from Columbus Road.

Fannin said expanding the area and removing the current signs would avoid “having a signapalooza out there.” The current “Blind Pedestrian Xing” will be changed to “Blind Pedestrian Area.” Board members David Finkel and Bob Williams, minus Mayor Tom DeBaun who was absent, approved Fannin’s suggestion.

In other action, the board approved the route for Saturday’s Shelby County Fair parade, set for 1 p.m. The parade will leave the fairgrounds infield and head west out of the side gate toward Kennedy Park, then go from Alice St. to Morris Ave., turn onto Frank St. and head into the main entrance of the fairgrounds and toward the horse barns before re-entering the grandstands.

Approximately 30 units will be in the parade, which will last an hour, organizer Christa Weaver said.

The board approved the route subject to fair officials coordinating with Shelbyville Police and Fire departments. The affected section of Morris Ave. will be closed during the parade, and Street Commissioner Doug Hunt said he hopes to have parked cars off the street for emergency vehicle purposes.

The Shelby County Fair runs next week, Monday through Saturday, June 12 - 17.

Finally, a resident in the 1200 block of Elm Street asked if a dusk-to-dawn street light could be installed in the alley behind her house. The resident said her lawnmower and grill had recently been stolen, and that she sometimes hears commotions in the alley, but there is no lighting. Board of Works members David Finkel said such lights are typically paid for by homeowners in the area. However, he referred her to a city planning department staff member for further discussion.

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SHELBY SUNSET

NOTEBOOK

• The Shelbyville Board of Works yesterday approved the permanent appointments of Police Officers Devin Moore and Caleb Davis. Both have successfully completed their one-year probationary periods and all trainings, Chief of Police Mark Weidner said.
• Triton Central High School golfer Oliver Gearlds advanced at the sectional golf tournament on Monday and will play in the Muncie Central Regional on Thursday.
• The Evening Review is on Facebook, where we will post additional photos of select events.
• STATE NEWS: An Auburn manufacturer plans to permanently close its operation in early August, eliminating 70 jobs, according to paperwork filed with the state. Graphic Packaging International said in the document that the exact date depends on “multiple business plan factors.” (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)

This Day in Shelby County History

2018: Triton Central athletes Colton Brown and Katie Cook were named All-Conference, Brown for baseball and Cook for softball. For tennis, Rylie Stephens and Emily LeMasters were named All-Conference.

2013: Alexis Tackett broke a 34-year-old Shelbyville Middle School sports record at the HHC track meet in Pendleton. She broke a 1979 long jump record set by Lisa Haskins. Tackett's teammate, Erin Diemer, finished third in the long jump. Danielle Lubbe finished second at the meet in the 1,600-meter run and broke older sister Alex's record. In the boys' conference championship, Todd Hughes won the 400 to break Eric Clapp's record set in 1996. And Tackett and Diemer teamed with Kaitlyn Mills and ZaLeeya Martin to win the 400 relay title.

2008: Ronald and Donna (Eads) Thomas celebrated 50 years of marriage with a party at Jonathan Byrd's. Mr. Thomas was a driver for Shelby Senior Services. Their children were Caryl Beaty, Chris Thomas, the late Ronald Thomas and daughter-in-law Beth Thomas. Jack and Shirley (Wright) Knoll also celebrated 50 years of marriage. They were retired from the Telephone Data Systems company. They were the parents of Michael Knoll, Tammy Knoll and Sally Doddridge.

2003: Shelby Lodge No. 28 F. & A.M. awarded four scholarships. Recipients were Deacon Marshall, Sarah Marshall, Josh Walton and Tyler Babbitt.

1998: Brad Fix was elected new president of the SCUFFY board of directors, succeeding Denny Ramsey, Shelbyville Middle School principal. Other elected officers were Tim Crouch, Bob Thopy, David Clark, Nisa Hensley, Rita Mohr and Jon Pereira. Also, Judy Runnebohm and Jay Wortman were elected to the board to succeed Tom Crouch and John Wetnight.

1993: Shelbyville High School's Matt Shuppert advanced to the state golf tournament. Other golfers performing well were Jason Garrison, Vance McQueen, Tom Stafford and Andy Skillman. Jerry Higgins was the team's coach.

1988: St. Luke's Episcopal and Christ Lutheran announced plans to build an addition to their shared church building, which would house classrooms, a fellowship hall, kitchen, office area and library and the church's day care center, Karol's Kids. The congregations began sharing the same building in 1987 when Christ Lutheran moved in.

1983: Police responded after a westside Shelbyville resident complained about the view from his home's windows. "A patrolman handled the complaint and resolved the situation by suggesting to two sisters that they cover their tops when they sunbathe in their backyard," The Shelbyville News reported.

1978: Shelbyville assistant basketball coach Tom McKinney, who had announced he had accepted the varsity coaching job at New Palestine High School, decided to remain in Shelbyville because he was "happy where I am."

Kurt and Jeanne (Sexton) Lockridge were on their honeymoon in Hawai after being married at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Julie May Sexton was her sister's maid of honor, with Teresa, Toni, Jan and Tina Sexton, all sisters of the bride, as bridesmaids.

1973: Graduates of the Playmate Preschool were Greg Totten, Kiska Baxter, Dee Anne Caudill, Tony Medsker, Philip Brunner, Kris Whitfield, Matthew Wilson, Noelle Baker, Doug Helgason, Michelle Miller, Carol Bowman, Brian Copes, Romy Kipfer, David Crafton, Lori Anne Turner, Tim Bowers, Larry Diehl, Yancy Chipman, Phil DeVoe, Jill Heaton, Clay Arey, Susan Murch, Julie Wetnight and Melissa Shirk. Mrs. Richard Gehr was director of the school.

1968: Diane Clapp was crowned queen of the St. Paul Street Fair. She was crowned by Terry Owens, 1967 queen. Rita Wilcox was first runner-up.

1963: Thelma Ash, city clerk-treasurer, and Mayor Elmer McNay canceled a public hearing on revamping the Public Square traffic plan when it was discovered there were insufficient funds for the plan, which had included running State Road 9 straight through Public Square.

1958: Several men were donating their services as umpires for the Eagles Little League. They were Ray Long, Jack Bowman, Don Lutes, Chuck Waterbury, Karl Yarling and Maurice Tennell.

1953: Howard White, 32, narrowly escaped serious injury when he lost control of his car and it then plunged into the gravel pit just north of city limits on State Road 9. The car had landed partially in the Burnside gravel pit, but White was able to escape.

1948: A recreation center had been established in Flat Rock, housed in a remodeled building donated by Karl and Jack Nading.

Two paintings by Rachel Kember, 18, of Morristown, were included in a Philadelphia exhibit. She also had one of her paintings pictured in the Philadelphia Daily News.

1943: City officials shared a plan to have farmers collect and use the city's garage. A few years prior, farmers had clamored, and paid, to take garbage for hog feed. Then, the city decided to turn over trash collection to the street department. Now the city hoped to turn it back over to farmers and pay them to collect the garbage and dispose of it how they wished. Street Department employees said they did not have time to collect trash. Besides, they needed to catch up mowing for the city and get the tennis courts ready for play for the summer, officials said.

1938: Three local organizations completed plans for annual memorial services for deceased members. The ceremony would be held at the Kiowa Tribe of Red Men building on East Washington Street. Those whose memory would be honored would be Janie Snapp, Amanda Phillips, Mary Mohr, Martha Shepple, Myrtle Snyder, Mae Weber and John Day DePrez.

1933: Addison Township ran out of funds for poor relief.  "Anxious and hungry crowds of men dependent on the township for the sustenance of themselves and their families were assembled outside the building on South Harrison Street..." The Republican said.

1928: Six Shelby County residents, including two women, received degrees from Purdue University. The graduates were Lewis East, Charles Antle, W.B. Pond, Paul McComas, Mary Bone and Agnes Kennedy.

1923: Local police had a busy night, arresting five men for drunkenness, responding to an attempted robbery and arresting one for vagrancy. The night had "caused police court this morning to take on the appearance of the olden days, when there was a regular morning line-up of night-before-celebrators," The Republican said. In one case, a lone bandit had hidden in the shadows of the upper hall of the Rembusch building on South Harrison Street and attempted to rob Bonita Higgins, cashier at the Alhambra. However, Charles Curson, manager of the theatre, intervened, causing the man to abandon plans and escape.

OBITUARIES

Natalie “Noelle” Dominique Francesca Nolton, 36, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on May 30, 2023 after a courageous battle with melanoma cancer, at Indiana University Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. Her medical team were true heroes in helping Noelle during this valiant fight.

She was born October 14, 1986, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Ronnie L. Sr. and Marybeth (Kubiak) Nolton. Noelle is survived by her parents; significant other, Mark Drake; son, Keaten Xavier Nolton; brothers, Ronald “Rusty” Nolton Jr., Shane Nolton and wife, Kristen, and Heath Nolton and wife, Brittney; sisters, Nicole Carcerino and husband, Lorn, Heidi Campbell and husband, Matthew “Brady” Campbell, and Whitney Nolton and significant other, William “Drew” Johnston; nieces and nephews, Kambria Nolton, Aandi Nolton, Chaz Nolton, Kaiden Nolton, Finley Campbell and Griffin Campbell.

After graduating from High School, Noelle obtained her bachelor of science in equine studies and a minor in equine science from St. Mary of the Woods College. While at St. Mary of the Woods, she enjoyed her studies, playing on the soccer team, and riding for the equine team. She dedicated her life to animals big and small, taking in any creature in need. Noelle volunteered her time at animal shelters, working as a Veterinary Technician and for many years as a Veterinary Assistant at the Anderson and Shelbyville horse tracks. She continued her work within the STEM field, performing research at Covance.

Noelle was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Greenfield, where she was an active parent within the school community. She was a dedicated runner and an avid shopper, keeping the US postal service afloat. She kept up with the latest trends being a true fashionista. She enjoyed creating elaborate cakes for special family occasions, spending time with and her family and friends, and decorating for each holiday along with her son. Noelle was a friend to all and had a very special bond with her mother. She truly loved her family, especially spending time with her nieces and nephews. She had the kindest of hearts but also provided a bit of sass which kept everyone on their toes. One of Noelle’s greatest joys was watching her 15-year-old son play baseball. She love creating memories with her son traveling to new and exciting places. She was a devoted mother to Keaten showering him with love every minute she could. Noelle will be greatly missed by all, always loved, and never forgotten.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life gather on June 13th at Just Peachy Cafe in Shelbyville, IN from 5 - 7 p.m. Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville. One of Noelle’s final wishes was that donations in her memory be made to help find a cure for Melanoma. Donations may be made to Melanoma Research Alliance, 730 15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 or at info@curemelanoma.org..Online condolences may be shared with Noelle’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Natalie “Noelle” Dominique Francesca Nolton, 36, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on May 30, 2023 after a courageous battle with melanoma cancer, at Indiana University Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. Her medical team were true heroes in helping Noelle during this valiant fight.

She was born October 14, 1986, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Ronnie L. Sr. and Marybeth (Kubiak) Nolton. Noelle is survived by her parents; significant other, Mark Drake; son, Keaten Xavier Nolton; brothers, Ronald “Rusty” Nolton Jr., Shane Nolton and wife, Kristen, and Heath Nolton and wife, Brittney; sisters, Nicole Carcerino and husband, Lorn, Heidi Campbell and husband, Matthew “Brady” Campbell, and Whitney Nolton and significant other, William “Drew” Johnston; nieces and nephews, Kambria Nolton, Aandi Nolton, Chaz Nolton, Kaiden Nolton, Finley Campbell and Griffin Campbell.

After graduating from High School, Noelle obtained her bachelor of science in equine studies and a minor in equine science from St. Mary of the Woods College. While at St. Mary of the Woods, she enjoyed her studies, playing on the soccer team, and riding for the equine team. She dedicated her life to animals big and small, taking in any creature in need. Noelle volunteered her time at animal shelters, working as a Veterinary Technician and for many years as a Veterinary Assistant at the Anderson and Shelbyville horse tracks. She continued her work within the STEM field, performing research at Covance.

Noelle was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Greenfield, where she was an active parent within the school community. She was a dedicated runner and an avid shopper, keeping the US postal service afloat. She kept up with the latest trends being a true fashionista. She enjoyed creating elaborate cakes for special family occasions, spending time with and her family and friends, and decorating for each holiday along with her son. Noelle was a friend to all and had a very special bond with her mother. She truly loved her family, especially spending time with her nieces and nephews. She had the kindest of hearts but also provided a bit of sass which kept everyone on their toes. One of Noelle’s greatest joys was watching her 15-year old son play baseball. She love creating memories with her son traveling to new and exciting places. She was a devoted mother to Keaten showering him with love every minute she could. Noelle will be greatly missed by all, always loved, and never forgotten.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life gather on June 13th at Just Peachy Cafe in Shelbyville, IN from 5 - 7 p.m. Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville. One of Noelle’s final wishes, was that donations in her memory be made to help find a cure for Melanoma. Donations may be made to Melanoma Research Alliance, 730 15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 or at info@curemelanoma.org..Online condolences may be shared with Noelle’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Timothy P. "Spanky" Hardin, 67, of Boggstown, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023at Methodist Hospital. Born March 8, 1956 in Shelbyville, he was the son of Abner Hardin and Pauline (Horning)Hardin. He married Martha (Williams) Hardin in June of 2005, and she survives in Franklin. Other survivors include a son, Paul Hardin (wife Ashley) of Indianapolis; three stepsons, Joshua Williams of Shelbyville, Caleb Ochsenrider (wife Tyia) of Shelbyville, and Zeath Ochsenrider of Florida; a brother, Todd Hardin (wife Mary) of Virginia; sister Elaine Dunn of Shelbyville; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Mr. Hardin was a lifelong resident of this area and attended Shelbyville High School. He had been a union contractor with Rainsoft Water Treatment of Indianapolis, retiring in 2015 after 20 years of service. Tim enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and any outdoor activity, and riding his Harley. He dearly loved his family and grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Todd Hardin officiating. Friends may call on Saturday morning form 10 a.m. until the time of the service.  
Memorial contributions can be made to Riley Children's Hospital, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.

Emma J. Horner, 92, of Shelbyville, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023, at Walker Place in Shelbyville. She was born March 5, 1931, in Peebles, Ohio, the daughter of William Carl and Edna (Peno) Smith.  Her family later moved to Virginia, where she was raised.

Emma is survived by her sons, James H. Horner and wife, Melinda, John M. “Jack” Horner, and William C. Horner and wife, Vickie, all of Shelbyville; daughter-in-law, Maria Horner of Shelbyville; twin sisters, Edith Arritt and Ethel Smith, both of Covington, Virginia; grandchildren, Jennifer, Courtney, Lindsey, Gregory, Allison, Jessica and John; great-grandchildren, Nia, Mya, Parker, Jace, Graham, Reece, Blaine, Vivian and Austin; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Rev. James H. “Jim” Horner, Emma was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Carl Smith Jr.; and sisters, Beulah Richardson and Dorothy Bowen.

While attending Kentucky Christian College, Emma met and married the love of her life, Jim, on May 29, 1950.  Jim and Emma moved to Shelbyville in 1958.

Emma served as the Chief Probation Officer for Shelby County from 1972 to 1992. One of her proudest achievements was implementing the Guardian ad Litem program, which is now known as CASA, for Shelby County residents.

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Shelbyville, where she was a very dedicated minister’s wife and participated in many church activities, including the Women’s fellowship group. Emma was an avid reader and loved history. She enjoyed watching sports on television. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Emma loved to attend her grandchildren’s events.

A Celebration of Emma's life will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, June 11, 2023, in the fellowship hall at First Christian Church, 118 W Washington St. in Shelbyville. Services were conducted at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville, with a Celebration of Emma’s life at a later date. Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville. Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 118 W. Washington St., Shelbyville, Indiana 46176; CASA, 1110 Amos Road, Suite A, Shelbyville, Indiana 46176; or Meals on Wheels, 1728 East State Road 44, Shelbyville, Indiana 46176. Online condolences may be shared with Emma’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Larry Dean Lollar, Sr., 72, of Manilla, passed away January 20, 2023at Walker House. A graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Winchester Cemtery. Military rites will be conducted by the American LegionMemorial Committee. Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Edra, Eddie Jean, Aunt Eddie, Edie, Mom and Nannie.  She was known by several names and loved them all. Edra Jean Leist was born October 12, 1928, in Vincennes Indiana to George and Edra (Busse) Leist. She grew up in Columbus Indiana and graduated from Columbus North High School in 1946. She married her high school sweetheart Rex Alvis on March 14, 1948, in Columbus. They later moved to Shelbyville in 1958, making their home there for 40 years. Rex preceded her in death on November 25, 1997. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, George-Anna (Leist) VanMeter of San Antonio, Texas. After moving to Naples Florida, she reconnected with her former high school classmate and friend, Donald L. Scheidt, of Beverly Hills Michigan.  They were married on October 12, 2002 in Michigan. They truly had a wonderful time together traveling and making each other laugh until Don’s death on September 21, 2011.

Edra had been a homemaker while her children were young, then worked at First Baptist Church, Major School and The Shelbyville Foot Clinic. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church Shelbyville. She was a devout Christian and patriotic American. Edra was a very creative person, oil painting, crocheting, sewing, and making general crafts and spent her last few years assembling & painting buildings for her son Greg’s railroad set layout. At age 93 she also entered a project in the Shelby County Fair. Until her death, she still held her desire to keep learning and doing. Her longevity can also be attributed to her ability to make the best of the situation and accept things with a positive attitude.  

Her grandchildren and great granddaughters all adored their Nannie. Edra is survived by her children Rev. Gregory Alvis (Kim) of Monticello IL and Gina (Rolly) Bishop of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Alison (Murphy) Fisher (Brian Steuerwald) Fishers, IN, Kayla (James Allison) Alvis of Columbus, OH, Jacob (Jamie Holliday) Alvis of Littleton, Colorado and Danielle Alvis of Seattle, Washington along with great-granddaughters Stella and Edie Fisher of Fishers IN. She is also survived by the Scheidt family members, children: Rick (Kay), Steve (Rosemary), Bob Scheidt and Sandy (Stephen) Birge; grandchildren, AJ (Therese), Chris (Emily), Giavanna and Thomas Scheidt, Sarah (Tim) Zietlow, Emelia (Alex) Harris, Kevin and Laura Birge; great-grandchildren Brady, Logan, Aidan, Abigail, Hudson and Maggie Scheidt, Scarlett, Jade and Lilly Zietlow, Elliot and Camille Harris. Edra leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews and long time family friend, Gloria Nash. The family would also like to thank the staff at McKay Manor for all of their care and support in making her feel at home there where she met a new and cherished friend Joan Calkins.

Visitation will be from Noon to 2 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2023, at the First United Methodist Church, 34 W. Washington St. in Shelbyville. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, at the church.Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville. Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or the Shelbyville-Shelby County Public Library, 57 W. Broadway St., Shelbyville, Indiana.Online condolences may be shared with Edra’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Robert M. "Bob" Lipperd, 43, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at St. Francis Hospital. Born August 4, 1979 in Indianapolis, he was the son of Terry Randall Lipperd and Harola Dale (Hurt) Lipperd.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Friday, June 9, 2023 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Rick Goodman officiating. Friends may call on Friday morning from 12 p.m. until the time of the service, at the funeral home. Memorial donations can be made to Shelbyville/Shelby Co. Animal Shelter in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.