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December 1, 2016 • Obituaries
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William R. Kreinhop


William R. Kreinhop passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2016, at his home in Hope. He was 83 years old. Bill was born on December 18, 1932, in Napoleon, to William H. and Hazel Shaw Kreinhop. He graduated from Napoleon High School in 1950 and went on to earn degrees from IU school of business in 1959 and Butler University in 1964. Bill joined the USMC in 1952. He was with the 1st Marine Air Wing unit serving in Korea as well as several bases in the US. Bill married Donna Ward on August 22, 1959 and they were blessed with 2 beautiful daughters.

Bill became a teacher holding a master’s degree. He taught in Shelby County and Bartholomew County for 35 years before his retirement. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being outdoors. Bill loved to read and to volunteer. He often donated to charities and was a driver for cancer patients needing rides to their doctor’s appointments. He was a lifelong member of the NRA, but most importantly he was a family man. His favorite times were spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Bill is survived by his wife of 57 years, Donna, and their children, Kristina (Brent) Burns of Indianapolis and Alixia (James) Worman of Greenwood. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Anabel and Nolan Burns of Indianapolis and William and Andrew Worman of Greenwood; his brother, James (Mariko) Kreinhop of Shelbyville; a niece, Karen (Dave) Lutz of Los Angeles; and a nephew, Bill (Cheryl) Kreinhop of Shelbyville. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Victor Kreinhop.

Honoring Bill’s wishes, cremation is planned and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Our Hospice of South Central Indiana or the Arbor Day Foundation through the funeral home. Funeral arrangements were made through Norman Funeral Home in Hope.


Russell A. Peace


Russell A. Peace, 90, of Osgood, passed away at 4:05 p.m. Monday, November 28, 2016 at the Heritage House in Greensburg. He was born near Colmar in Bell County, Kentucky on January 22, 1926, the son of Oakley and Rhoda Poynter Peace. He was married to Ethel Hatfield on March 21, 1948 and his wife of 68 years survives.

Other survivors include three daughters, Doris (Mike) Stephens of Versailles, and Nancy Truesdel, and Angie (Phil) Kimbrell both of Cross Plains; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; son-in-law, Gary Milam of Memphis, Tennessee, and a special nephew Wayne (Barbara) Peace of Osgood. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Barbara Milam, his brother Joseph Peace, and his sisters Ruby Poynter and Jewell Hatfield.
Mr. Peace was an Army veteran of WWII where he served in the 774th Tank Battalion in Central Europe. He was honorably discharged on May 16, 1947 and for service to his country Mr. Peace received the WWII Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, European African Middle Eastern Ribbon with one Bronze Star, and the Army Occupation of Germany Medal.

In civilian life Mr. and Mrs. Peace built and operated the Country Bait Shop which was located at the Wye in Versailles. They also operated the Cedar Creek Fish Hatchery at their home where they sold several species of fish both commercially and locally. Russell was inspirational in the building of the First Southern Baptist Church in Versailles where he and Ethel were charter members in 1968. Their favorite mission though was Peace’s Appalachian Children’s Fund where they collected Christmas items for kids in the southeastern part of Kentucky. Russell was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church in Osgood.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 2 at 11 a.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles with Rev. Dennis Williams officiating. Burial will be in the Cliff Hill Cemetery in Versailles with military graveside rites by the Versailles American Legion. Visitation will be on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be given to the Osgood Fire Department or the Cliff Hill Cemetery in care of the funeral home.


Dallas Wayne Turner

Dallas “Wayne” Turner, passed away at home in Milan on November 17, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Shirley Fletcher-Turner; children: Douglas Turner (Deborah), Cammy Turner, Daniel Turner and Deanna Turner-Christensen; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and two siblings.

Wayne served his country through the US Army in the 101st Airborne Division. He served his community through both the Masons and Shreiners. With a quick wit and hearty laugh, Wayne was an accomplished story-teller. He loved to be surrounded by his family and pets. His absence will be sorely felt by his family and friends.

Services will be held Friday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m. at Hogan Hills Church and Cemetery, Moores Hill. Woodlawn Cremations & Funeral Service were entrusted with services. www.woodlawncremations.com.


Barbara E. Hall


Barbara E. Hall, 68, of Holton, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016. A graveside funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 1 at New Marion Cemetery in Holton. Sawyer-Pickett Funeral and Cremation Service has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Friends are invited to light a candle or leave a message of condolence in Mrs. Hall’s memory at www.sawyerfuneralservice.com.

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