Columbus Indiana Obituaries

[richard]

Rosanna Smith Stevens
Fullerton, Calif.



Rosanna Smith Stevens, 95, left this earthly life to be with our Lord on Saturday morning, June 9, 2007, following a brief illness. She was born in Bartholomew County on Feb. 13, 1912, to Carl Webber and Bertha Harrison Smith. She married Charles Albert Stevens on June 13, 1936, and continued to reside in Columbus until she, Charlie, and daughter Nancy moved to Fullerton, Calif., in 1952.

In California, Rosanna and husband, Charlie, opened their own jewelry store that remained in business for 54 years. Charles preceded her in death on June 17, 1982, and she continued to run the business. In 1998, the Fullerton City Council recognized Rosanna for long-standing contributions in serving the public in town.

Her daughter, Nancy Jane Stevens, granddaughters Paige Lynne Kvancz and Polly Jeanne Kvancz-Morgan and husband, Michael, survive her, as well as nieces and nephews and their families. Rosanna was devoted to her family and serving at least three generations via the business.

She was preceded in death by brothers, Joseph Fletcher Smith and Henry Brockman Smith, and a baby sister, Bertha.

A graveside celebration and memorial of Rosanna’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Garland Brook Cemetery. Hathaway-Myers Dignity Memorial Chapel on Pearl Street is in charge of the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that anyone wishing to honor her memory do so by contributing to the maintenance and continuing efforts of the Historic Indiana website, historiccolumbusindiana.org, or a charity of their choice.

Contributions may be mailed to Historic Columbus Message Board, P.O. Box 1844, Columbus, IN 47202-1844.

[KENITH]

admin said:

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[richard]

Roberta M. Hinkle — Manager of Columbus High School Book Store.

Roberta M. Hinkle, 88, of Columbus died at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4,
2006, at Columbus Regional Hospital.

Mrs. Hinkle was for many years the manager of Columbus High School book
store and she was retired as a bookkeeper for Ventra, formerly Vernco.
She was a lifelong member of Sandy Hook United Methodist Church, a
Sunday School teacher, active with church missionary work and held
several church offices. She also was a member of Home Economics Club.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Sandy Hook United Methodist
Church, with the Rev. Steve Russell officiating. Calling will be from 4
to 8 p.m. today at Myers-Reed Dignity Memorial Chapel on 25th Street.
Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Sandy Hook United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Hinkle was born Jan. 2, 1918, in Columbus, the daughter of Wilburn
and Ruby Fern Lambert Elliott.

Survivors include sons, Ron (Carolyn) Hinkle of Alpharetta, Ga., Jerry
(Michelle) Hinkle of Porterville, Calif., and Jack (Linda) Hinkle of
Carmel; a sister, Patty Nichalson of Columbus; a brother, Clyde Elliott
of Columbus; nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Information, Courtesy of Jack Hinkle.

[David Sechrest]

Richard, thank you for posting Roberta Hinkle's obit. I received an email from Jack Hinkle last Friday, and, signing on to post it, I saw where you had already taken care of it...

[RER]

Max Perry Passed Away In North Carolina
He Was a Columbus Indiana High School Star Basketball Player During The Middle 1950s.



Max Perry passed away February 27, 2008 around 11:30 AM. Mrs Monaei Perry said that he is being cremated and that she will bring the remains back to Columbus at a later date for a memorial service.

Max graduated from Columbus High School in 1955 and played basketball under coach Bill Stearman. He went on to be a super star at Utah State University and graduated in 1961. He played for Utah State University from 1958 to 1961 and achieved Little All-American status. For a year he was the all-time scoring leader in the school’s history; a record that would be broken later. Max was talented enough to be signed to a pro contract with Hawaii in the fledgling American Basketball Association.

He recently was inducted into the Utah State Basketball Hall of Fame in February 2008. Many fans called him "Magic Max" because of his unique ball handling abilities and skills. Max was the high school basketball coach at Brown County for six years.

Details of the memorial services are forthcoming.

This information was revealed to me this morning by Mrs. Don Holman also of North Carolina.

[RER]

Utah State University Announces Max Perry Passing
Logan, Utah



Former Utah State basketball great Max Perry passed away on Wednesday at his home in North Carolina.

Former Aggie Great Max Perry Passed Away Wednesday.
Perry played basketball at Utah State from 1959-61 and was inducted into USU's Athletics Hall of Fame earlier this month.

Feb. 27, 2008

LOGAN, Utah - Former Utah State men's basketball great Max Perry passed away at his home in North Carolina Wednesday morning surrounded by family and friends. Perry was just inducted into Utah State's Athletics Hall of Fame earlier this month.

Perry, a Columbus, Ind., native played basketball at Utah State from 1959-61 and was a two-time United Press International "Small America" first-team selection. Referred to by local media as "Max the Magician", Perry helped lead Utah State to a 24-5 record during the 1959-60 season, which included wins against Villanova (73-72 ot) and St. Bonaventure (99-83) in the 1960 postseason National Invitation Tournament in New York City.

During his senior season, Perry became the first player in school history to score 40 points in a single game as he made 20 field goals en route to a career-high 45 points against New Mexico on Mar. 3, 1961 in the George Nelson Fieldhouse.

Following his senior campaign, in which he scored 421 points, Perry became Utah State's all-time leading scorer as he poured in 1,236 points during his three-year career. Perry, who was a three-time all-Skyline Conference performer, still ranks 21st all-time in scoring at Utah State, and is one of just 32 players in school history to score 1,000 points.

Source go here: utahstateaggies.cstv.com/genrel/022708aaa.html

[RER]

Utah State University Recognition



Hall of Fame Basketball Member Utah State University (Prior To Death)

Max Perry
Hometown: Columbus, Ind.
Sport: Men's Basketball
Years: 1959-61

A two-time United Press International "Small America" first-team selection, Max Perry transcended time with his fancy ball-handling and behind-the-back passes. Referred to by local media as "Max the Magician", Perry helped lead Utah State to a 24-5 record during the 1959-60 season, which included wins against Villanova (73-72 ot) and St. Bonaventure (99-83) in the 1960 postseason National Invitation Tournament in New York City. During his senior season, Perry became the first player in school history to score 40 points in a single game as he made 20 field goals en route to a career-high 45 points against New Mexico on Mar. 3, 1961 in the George Nelson Fieldhouse. Following his senior campaign, in which he scored 421 points, Perry became Utah State's all-time leading scorer as he poured in 1,236 points during his three-year career. Perry, who was a three-time all-Skyline Conference performer, still ranks 21st all-time in scoring at Utah State, and is one of just 32 players in school history to score 1,000 points.

Comment: Deceased February 27, 2008


Source: Utah State Hall of Fame Information

[RER]

NEWS AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, NC.

Max Lee Perry Sr, 70, Raleigh, Feb. 27.
Published in The News & Observer on 3/4/2008.





Max Lee Perry, Sr., 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. He was born on May 16, 1937, in Columbus, IN, the son of Charles Hubert Perry and Mary Louise Perry. He attended Columbus High School where he excelled in basketball and soon accepted an athletic scholarship to Utah State University. Before heading to USU in August of 1957 he met and married Monaei Lee Englehardt.

Although an excellent high school player, Max quickly became one of the best basketball players in the country while at Utah State. Soon he was given the nickname "Max the Magician" by the local media and led USU to many successful seasons. He is one of the top scorers in Aggie basketball history and at one time held the single game scoring record with 45 points. In 1960 he was voted to the Helms Foundation All American Team along with Oscar Robertson and Jerry West and on February 8, 2008 he was inducted into the Utah State University Hall of Fame. After college Max played professional basketball for the Hawaii Chiefs, now the Utah Jazz, but after a severe ankle injury he retired from professional play and moved back to Indiana where he became a high school basketball coach and teacher. He directed programs at New Point, Brown County, Peru, Whiteland and Southwestern. During his coaching career he was voted regional and conference coach of the year several times and helped many students become solid citizens. Max was a wonderful husband and father, a great basketball player and coach, a proven mentor and friend and an accomplished competitor in many facets of life and athletics.

Max is survived by his mother, Mary Perry of Columbus; loving wife, Monaei Perry of Raleigh; son, Max Lee Perry, Jr. and his wife, Karlene of Raleigh; and son Martin L. Perry and his wife, Janine of Raleigh; sisters, Peggy Blades and husband, Tom of Columbus, Betty Gray of Columbus, Barbara Sage and husband, David of Madison. There are five grandchildren, Max Lee Perry, III, Allyse Marie Perry, Robert Martin Perry, Gregory Kloepfer Perry and Logan Witt Perry.

Max leaves behind a loving family and many friends who will miss him dearly and never forget how important he was to all of their lives. A memorial service will be held this summer in Columbus, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Published in The News & Observer on 3/4/2008

[David Sechrest]

I've been meaning to post this for some time now, but...

A very good friend of mine passed away last December. David Carlson died On December 1, 2007.

I had known Dave since 1971. We have been on many life roads together.

This is so personal that I have a great deal of trouble writing about it. I really don't know where to start.

Well, maybe the words will come someday...until then: Dave, I love you and hope you are in a much better place...

[David Sechrest]

I received the following email:

My name is Melinda Bryan and my mother-in-law, Deb Bryan (Debbie Wicker) was a member of the Class of 1970. I am wondering if you know of any way to get in touch with someone representing your class who is in charge of alumni affairs. Deb passed away in December 2007 and I know she kept in some contact with some of her classmates, and we would like them to know of her death. Any assistance or advice is greatly appreciated!

Here is a picture of Debbie from the 1970 Yearbook.

I wrote to Melinda and requested an obituary....

[Babs]

I haven't posted in a while as we've been away on an extended trip but yesterday I attended Max Lee Perry's memorial service held here in Columbus. I did not know Max, only knew his name and recognized his face from school pictures. I attended his memorial service, got to meet his wife Monaei and his two sons, Max and Marty. The reason I attended was because this family was a very special family, not just to the students Max taught and/or coached but because of the way they lived their lives. My dad was Max's coach and teacher at what was called East Columbus School when Max was in grade school. When Max and his family would come to town many times they would call and go see my dad and for an almost 95 year old man this was most special to him. How many people make the time to go see an elderly man they remember from grade school? Well not many. I did not know Max personally but after hearing all the great things people said about him at his memorial, I now feel I did know him.
My dad wanted to attend Max's service so my husband and I took him. It isn't easy getting a 95 year old out and about as he's now in a wheel chair but he wanted to go so we made sure he had the opportunity.

From a first cousin who spoke about Max, to his two boys, coaches and friends every single one had nothing but praise for this man. It was more like"a Perry family reunion" as someone said rather than a funeral memorial service. There was laughter and there was a lot of tears but it was a service I will never forget. The funeral chapel was packed with his family and his many friends. For someone who no longer lived in Columbus I'm sure many were shocked that the crowd was so large, but I think Max left an imprint on our town of Columbus, Indiana that will never be forgotten. It sounded like to me that this man and his whole family lived life by the Golden Rule, doing unto others as you would have them do unto you. Even in this time of grief over the loss of their father, husband and son, they took the time to call and go see my dad on the night before the memorial. When my dad told me "he'd had company the night before" I couldn't believe that Monaei would take the time to return once more to see my dad. Yes, she came, along with Marty and his wife and Mary Perry, Max's mother. They had to be heartbroken over the loss of this loved one but yet still even in their grief they took the time to call on an elderly lonely man. This speaks volumes in my mind of just what a wonderful family the Max Perry family is.

So perhaps this doesn't belong in the Obit section, if not I'm sure David or Richard will remove it to where it should be posted. I just had to comment that this was definitely one of the top two funerals I've ever attended. It happened that the other one that is right up there with this one also was a funeral of a lady that I did not know, I just knew her daughter. But it was close to the same idea because of the volumes of love that poured out of the hearts of the mourners. In the end, isn't this what life is all about? Don't we all wish that when we are no longer here that the words people speak will be kind and loving words and that we will know somehow we've made our mark in this life just by the touching of one or two small children as they grow and mature into fine upstanding individuals.

I wish Monaei and her two boys and their families didn't live in Raleigh, N.C. I wish they lived in Columbus, Indiana so I could get to know them personally. This most likely will never happen but I do know how happy they made an elderly gentleman the other night and when they saw him and smiled such sweet welcoming smiles, it just melted my heart. So goodbye to Max Lee Perry, I understand he was a very fine basketball player, loved his golf, loved his family and I think he loved humankind as well and he definitely raised a fine family and much praise has to go to his mother and father who raised him to be a fine upstanding man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

[Kay Williams]

Apr 9, 2005 9:54:52 GMT -5 Margo CHS Class of 55 said:

JUDY ECKLES ARBUCKLE CHS Class of '55

Judy Eckles Arbuckle passed away 7-05-02. Judy lived at 17th and Elm Streets and was a very close friend of mine all through High School. I spent many a night at her home for slumber parties, and enjoyed walking to school with her as we entered High School. She later moved to 13th and Grand, and it was a much closer walk from there.
After graduating in '55 she was married that summer to Bob Arbuckle, who was serving in the AF at that time. Together they had 4 children, 3 boys, 1 girl. When I married Bill Hughey in '57 we had 4 girls. We always remained close and our children grew up together. The 4 adults would gather for Euchre games on the weekends and the children all played together. Her mother, Lela Eckles made the best home made pies and noodles. Judy was allowed to drive their family car after the ball games. She just had to take her dad Bill, to work at the Public Service Substation first. Many times we all piled into her car and " did the drag" down Washington Street to celebrate our victories with Bill Stearman as coach to our "Impressive Bulldogs"!! We all managed to chip in our small allowances to buy $.50 to $.75 worth of gas. It had to register at the same mark when she picked her father up, as Bill always checked the gauge.
Many, many fond memories shared with her at school and at First Baptist Church. She was a original member of our "Class of '55 Saturday Lunch Bunch" that meets every month at Grindstone Charlies'. The first lunch there were three classmates, now we are close to 30 from the Columbus Area.
Judy, we miss you sorely, but are comforted in the fact we shall meet one day again in heaven.
Even though we were not sisters by birth, God put us together as "Sisters in Heart" Margo McCalip Hughey

[jdhinkle]

W. Clyde Elliott
October 28, 1924 - September 26, 2006
W. Clyde Elliott, 81, of Ridgeway Avenue died at 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2006, in Columbus.
Mr. Elliott retired from Arvin Industries where he worked in sales for 38 years. He was a 1942 graduate of Columbus High School, where he played basketball, tennis and football. He served as a corporal in the U.S. Marines during World War II. He earned a degree in chemistry at Indiana University where he was a member of Delta Chi Fraternity.
He was a member of Sandy Hook United Methodist Church and was an avid golfer. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Born in Columbus Oct. 28, 1924, Mr. Elliott was the son of Wilburn and Ruby Elliott. He married Sue Greenwell Powell March 11, 1967.
Survivors include his wife; a son, W. Cameron (Taba) Elliott of Columbus; daughters, Megan (Forrest) Day of Marysville, Ohio, Marla (Dean) Satterfield of Columbus, and Michelle (Patrick) Parks of Shelbyville; a sister, Patty Nichalson of Columbus; and grandchildren, Alexis, Maya and McCarty Elliott, Ben, Will, Sarah and Josh Day, Shelby and Cassidy Satterfield and Paige, Chelsea and Michael Parks.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Roberta Hinkle.
Funeral Information
CALLING: Will be from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.
FUNERAL: Will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Dr. Calvin Brandenburg officiating.
Donations Information
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of South Central Indiana.

[jdhinkle]

ALTHOUGH HE WASNT A COLUMBUS NATIVE HE WAS A PART OF COLUMBUS HISTORY

ON FRIDAY
LEON HINKLE PASSED AWAY

I ONLY KNEW HIM A FEW YEARS BUT HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO MY GENEALOGY ENDEAVOURS

LEON JUST TURNED 86

HE IS THE LAST OF THE HINKLE HAMBURGER BROTHERS WHO STARTED SHOPPS IN THE 30S
BEFORE THEY BECAME THE LUCAS BROTHERS

I GOT THIS FROM THE BLOOMINGTON PAPER




Hinkle’s Hamburgers surviving founder dies
By Laura Lane
331-4362 | [e-mail]
6/25/2008
Leon Hinkle, locally famous for grinding his own beef and serving hamburgers his way with grilled onions, pickles, salt and pepper, died at his son’s
home in Florida on Friday. He was 86 years old, the same age his brother and business partner Max was when he passed away two years ago.
Hinkle officially flipped his last beef patty back in 1989, when he retired from the family business, Hinkle’s Hamburgers, at 206 S. Adams St. on
Bloomington’s near-west side. But he did reappear at the grill occasionally in his retirement years.
The Hinkleburger once made the Washington Post’s “82 Great Hamburgers” list. They have been served in Bloomington since 1930, when a third
brother, Winfred Hinkle, opened a diner at 10th and Grant streets.
Larry Hinkle, Leon’s son, said his father had been living on his own in an apartment in Bloomington until two weeks ago, when the family moved him to
Florida with them. There were plans to transfer him to an assisted living facility, but his health worsened when he left home.
“After he arrived here, his health really began to decline,” the son said. “We don’t know exactly what ultimately led to his death.”
The Hinkle family is planning a memorial service, tentatively set for July 19 at Mount Gilead Christian Church.
The simple restaurant the Hinkles established — there is a small counter and no drive-through — still thrives, under different owners. The original grill
the Hinkle brothers cooked hamburgers on for decades still sizzles with meat patties infused with onions.
Still hanging on the wall is a sign Leon Hinkle taped up years ago: “This is not Burger King. You don’t get it your way. You take it my way or you don’t
get the damn thing.”
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IN THE SHORT TIME I KNEW HIM HE WAS A STRAIGHT SHOOTER

[RER]

Donnie Holman Deceased (former Columbus resident)
January 22, 2009

Update of Information January 23, 2009:

Donald Allen Holman, 71, Hertford, N.C.

Donald Allen Holman, 71, of Hertford, N.C., died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009 at his home.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Cedar Wood Cemetery with the Rev. Gene Boyce officiating. Calling will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Swindell Funeral Home in Hertford City.

Memorials may be made to the Perquimans County Chapter, American Cancer Society, PO Box 156, Hertford, N.C. 27944.

Survivors include his wife, Lillian Anne Hofler Holman; sons, Donald A. Holman jr. of Lynchburg, Va., and William Hurley Holman of Hertford; his step-father, Kenneth Rech of Columbus; a brother, William R. Holman of Mechanicsburg, Pa. and three grandchildren.

Comment: If you search the Historical Boards here under Columbus High School Basketball you will find more information about Donnie.

Brief Overview:

According to Mrs. Lee Records' 1955-1956 score-book for the Columbus Bulldogs varsity games, this refreshment for you and the family is remembered:

-Don Holman scored 321 points in 24 games,
-Don scored over 21 points per game in 5 games,
-He scored 25 points in the last game of the regular season against Aurora High School,
-The team went on in post season play to win the Sectional and lost to Southport High School in the Regional, and
-All home games were played before approximately 8000 spectators, which is the capacity of the Columbus Gym.

Bulldog Team (number 55 ):

[Cortne ONeill]

O'Neill Family History
Attempting to put together family history on Clint O'Neill and Lucille Talkington O'Neill. I believe that Clint's parents were Fred and Della and all lived out by the fairgrounds. Fred's mothers name may have been Laura Shallor. Saw Nanc mentioned Clint in Saddle Club membership listing, so hoping someone knows something. Have info on children. Checked Garland Brook Cemetary info already, but not sure which one is Lucille's mother. Thinking Dolly, but see none of the three other children listed there. Any info would be appreciated.

[ppennington]

I'm looking for the e-mail address for the lady who was looking for information about Bernard W. Pennington, a few years ago (2007) I may have info she would enjoy seeing.

Thanks,
Phil

[guest]

was bernard pennington any relation to lora mae pennington or a margret goins?

[Ricky_Berkey]

The question about Bernard Pennington is back on pages 7 and 8 of this Obituaries section. Under her registered username of "Sharla", there is an email listed.

Sept 13, 2009 18:26:22 GMT -5 ppennington said:

I'm looking for the e-mail address for the lady who was looking for information about Bernard W. Pennington, a few years ago (2007) I may have info she would enjoy seeing.

Thanks,
Phil

[ppennington]

I don't believe he was related to either Lora Mae Pennington or Margret Goins, most of his family were in the Bedford, In. area.

I have tried to e-mail Sharla, but it comes back every time as"no address found". I hope my Aunt has her address, so I can get in touch with her !