All Obituaries

Bruce D. Benninghoff, 61, of Paoli, passed away on April 4, 2024 at IU Health Bloomington hospital.  He was born March 31, 1963 in Michigan City, IN to Wayne “Benny” Benninghoff and Betty Bailey Benninghoff, both of whom preceded him. He was also preceded in death by a son Byron Benninghoff. Bruce was a 1982 graduate of Rogers High school in Michigan City, In. He was a retired mechanic for the Orange County highway department and also had worked for the Indiana Department...

Elliott Chase Takota Hobson, 21, of Paoli, passed on April 3 at IU Health Hospital in Paoli. Born August 12, 2002 in Bedford, Indiana.   He was the son of Tracie Gehl and Charles “Chad” Hobson.  Both of whom survive him. He was preceded in death by a brother, TJ Minton, and Grandparents Herman and Barbara Gehl and Rick and Leah Elliott. He was also preceded by his Uncle, Jeremy Gehl and cousins, Addison and Leon Gehl. Chase’s favorite thing to do was play...

Sharon Rose Pate, 76, of Paoli, passed on March 29 at her home.  She was born June 10, 1947 in Brownstown, IN to Charles Tuell and Lovella Hankins Johnson,  both of whom preceded her.  She was also preceded by brothers Charlie, Ronnie, and Billy Tuell.  As well as one sister, Mildred Owens. Sharon attended school in both Orleans and Springs Valley. She was the owner and operator of CJ Auto Parts in Paoli. Sharon enjoyed spending time with her family and talking with...

Charlotte Ann Smelser, 84, of Paoli, passed on March 27 at Paoli Health and Living Community.  She was born April 25, 1939 in Paoli, IN to Leon and Mary Louise Newlin Kirby, both of whom preceded her.  She married Beryl Smelser in 1958 and he preceded her.  She was also preceded by her great-grandson, Dayton Edwards. She was a graduate of Paoli High School, Class of 1958. Charlotte worked at Big Wheel, the Shoe Factory, and Farmed with her husband. She was a member of...

Shelby Jean Beatty, 83, of Paoli, passed on March 24 at IU Health Bedford Hospital.  She was born July 5, 1940 in Orange County, IN to Lillian Patton, who preceded her.  She married Harry Beatty in 1964 and he preceded her.  She was also preceded by her granddaughter, Marley Jean Beatty. She was a graduate of Paoli High School, Class of 1959. Shelby retired from the Jay C Store after working there 30 plus years.  She also worked at Travelers in Orleans before the Jay C...

Dillon Timothy Scott, 37, of Paoli, passed on March 19 at his home on the Scott family farm. Born March 11, 1987 in Bedford, Indiana.   He was the son, and first-born child, of Tim Scott and Lisa (Reynolds) Scott. He was a graduate of Paoli High School, Class of 2005. He worked in directional drilling for HSI. Dillon enjoyed being outdoors and doing outdoor activities like hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing his guitar, a hobby he picked up in his teenage years, and he...

Judy Ann Music, 62, Hardinsburg, Indiana who Passed March 13, 2024 at her home. Born May 7, 1961, in Rose Hill, Virginia.  She was the daughter of Oscar “Doc” and Verlin Campbell. She was preceded in death by both of her parents. The people who are close to Judy would describe her as being the perfect combination of sweet and generous mixed with stubbornness and strong will. Judy was very involved with her family.  She had a big family including many siblings, 3...

Jewell Collins, 74, Paoli, Indiana who Passed February 24, 2024 at Springs Valley Meadows in French Lick, IN. Born May 14, 1949, in Paoli IN.  She was the daughter of Bill and Dora Collins. She was preceded in death by both of her parents and a son, Daniel Campbell of St. Louis, MO. Jewell worked for Stone Belt Services for over 20 years. She was a member of Souls Harbor Christian Church in Paoli, IN. The people who are close to Jewell would describe her as an extremely fun person...

 Vernon “Vernie” Canoles, 79, Paoli, Indiana who Passed February 15, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. Born August 19, 1944, in Decatur, IL.  He was the son of Herman and Vialo Canoles, both of whom preceded him.  He married Sandra King on May 31, 1965. Vernon worked for Lance Inc. as a Route Salesman for 37 years. He was a Freemason and a member of the Paoli Masonic Lodge 119 F & AM Vernon was an avid golfer and fisherman. He also enjoyed...

 James Bradley (Brad)  Daugherty, 76, Paoli, IN who Passed February 2, 2024 at the home of his companion, Carolyn Kerby-Jones. Born February 2, 1948, in Bedford, IN.  He was the son of Samuel Ray Daugherty and Jeanette Campbell Daugherty, both of whom preceded him.   Brad was preceded in death by an infant: Bradley Shannon. He was also preceded by his brothers: Jack & Melvin Daugherty and two sisters: Geraldine Nodine and Gloria Anderson. He graduated from Paoli...