Richard Lee “Rich” Day, 79, of Frankfort, was welcomed home by his Heavenly Father, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Wesley Manor. Rich was born January 3, 1947, in Frankfort to Hoy Curtis and Mary Helen (O’Bryan) Day. He married Donna Kay Pugh on September 17, 1977, and she survives.
Richard began high school at St. Meinrad in 1961, and graduated from Frankfort High School, in 1965. After high school, he became a Novitiate with the Marianist in New York. He then attended the University of Dayton. In 1968, he moved to Cleveland, Ohio and attended Kent State University. Rich served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War from 1969-1971 and spent much of that time in Ethiopia. When back he continued his education at Purdue University where he earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education. He spent the majority of his working career as an educator, teaching 5th grade and then 1st grade for South Side Elementary School and Blue Ridge Elementary before his retirement in 2010. He also spent some time working for JC Penney and the United Postal Service.
Rich had a passion for people and serving others. When he wasn’t teaching the youth of Frankfort, he was giving of his time and energy to helping others. He was one of the founders of Big Brothers and Big Sisters in Frankfort, served in the prison ministry programs in Plainfield and Frankfort, helping people earn their GED through the Learning Network, tutoring students, and mentoring men on jail release programs.
Rich was also a devoted man of faith and served his Lord God faithfully. He was a member for much of his life of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he played the organ, directed the choirs, taught Sunday School and helped run the Youth Ministry Program. He was always looking to find deeper meaning and devotion in God’s word and would attend other churches to grow in his faith journey, including Frankfort Bible Holiness, Oakland Christian Church and most recently Community Christian Church. He truly lived by the rule that he taught his sons, “If God gave me the talent to use in the world, I also need to use the talent to serve and praise Him.”
Above all things, Richard was a man that loved deeply and unconditionally, especially his family. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Donna, and an active participant in his sons’ lives, through church activities, being a boy scout leader, and though often a man of few words, the biggest way he showed his love to his boys was simply showing up to their many concerts, plays, awards programs and other events. His love for his family grew as his family grew as daughters-in-law and grandchildren were added to the family and he took great pride in showing up for them as well. He was truly the epitome of what a Godly family man looked like to his family.
Along with his wife of nearly 49 years, Richard is survived by his sons, Patrick (Tashia) Day, Brian (Christina) Day and Joseph (Kelli) Day; siblings, Joyce (Dan) Houser, Margie (Mike) Roberts, and Paul (Kathy) Day; sister-in-law, Pam Day; grandchildren, Ruby and Sophie Day, Grant, Mason, Anthony and Parker Day, Connor and Keegan Day; step-grandchildren, Vander and Dane Lindvall; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Rich was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, James “Jim” Day and Robert “Bob” Day.
Visitation will be held Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 2pm until the time of the funeral service at 5pm at Community Christian Church in Frankfort. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Green Lawn Cemetery in Frankfort. Military rites will be performed by Clinton County Honor Guard. Day & Genda Funeral Home is assisting with the services. Memorial contributions in Richard’s honor may be made to Clinton County Jail Ministries. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Nélida Carreño-Paz, de 70 años, residente de Frankfort, Indiana, partió a la presencia del Señor en paz el 24 de junio de 2026.
Nació el 22 de enero de 1956 en Guatemala, hija de Abel Paz-Rivera y Mercedes Carreto-Morales. El 1993 contrajo matrimonio con el amor de su vida, Pedro Carreño, con quien compartió más de treinta años de amor, compañerismo y dedicación mutua.
Nélida fue una mujer trabajadora, amorosa y de profunda fe. Durante 25 años laboró en Zachary Confections, desde 1995 hasta su jubilación en 2020. Fue miembro fiel de la Primera Iglesia Bautista de Frankfort, donde fortaleció su relación con Dios y encontró consuelo y esperanza a lo largo de su vida. El Salmo 91 ocupó un lugar muy especial en su corazón y fue una fuente constante de fortaleza para ella.
Por encima de todo, Nélida amó a su familia. Fue una esposa ejemplar, una madre entregada, una abuela y bisabuela cariñosa, así como una hermana y amiga siempre dispuesta a brindar amor y apoyo. Su mayor felicidad era estar rodeada de sus seres queridos y ver crecer a las generaciones de su familia.
Le sobreviven su amado esposo, Pedro Carreño, de Frankfort; sus hijas, Dora Quintanilla (Omar Flores), Denise Carreño y Kary Carreño, todas de Frankfort; nueve nietos; dos bisnietos; sus hermanas, Esperanza Paz, Rafaela Paz y Rosa Paz; y su hermano, Valerio Paz.
Fue precedida en la muerte por sus padres y un hermano.
La familia recibirá a familiares y amigos el martes 30 de junio de 2026, de 11:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m., en Day & Genda Funeral Home de Frankfort. El servicio funeral se llevará a cabo a la 1:00 p.m., seguido por el sepelio en Green Lawn Cemetery.
La familia agradece las muestras de cariño y apoyo recibidas durante este difícil momento.
Se pueden dejar mensajes de condolencia en www.dayandgenda.com.
Nelida Carreno-Paz, 70, of Frankfort, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026.
Born on January 22, 1956, in Guatemala, Nelida was the daughter of Abel Paz-Rivera and Mercedes Carreto-Morales. She married the love of her life, Pedro Carreno, in 1993, and together they shared over three decades of marriage.
A hardworking and devoted woman, Nelida was employed at Zachary Confections for 25 years, from 1995 until her retirement in 2020. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Frankfort and found great comfort in her faith throughout her life. Psalm 91 was a favorite scripture that held special meaning to her.
Above all else, Nelida cherished her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy came from spending time with those she loved and watching her family grow.
Surviving are her husband, Pedro Carreno of Frankfort; her children, Dora Quintanilla (Omar Flores) of Frankfort, Denise Carreno of Frankfort, and Kary Carreno of Frankfort; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; her sisters, Esperanza Paz, Rafaela Paz, and Rosa Paz; and her brother, Valerio Paz.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm, at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Burial will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery.
Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Julia “Judy” DeFord, cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was welcomed into Heaven on June 22, 2026. Judy was born in Rossville, Indiana on April 14, 1937 to Robert Hackerd and Mary Faye Tansey. Judy attended Rossville schools, where she met her lifelong love Larry DeFord in elementary school. She stayed proud of her Rossville heritage, continuing to communicate and meet with her classmates from the class of 1955 until her death. Larry and Judy married on November 11, 1956. They moved to Michigantown, Indiana, where Judy worked as a secretary and was a housewife. She also spent many years working at the family business, The Sundae Parlor, in Michigantown.
Judy loved babies, children, and her family. She taught Bible School and Sunday School at Michigantown Christian Church and Normanda Christian Church. She and Larry helped with the first grade field trip for many years at Clinton Central Elementary School. Judy watched her grandchildren as well as Kreigh and JT Sloggett until they were school aged, and they and their parents John and Mary Phyl Sloggett became part of the family. She played in her bridge club monthly until her death and was a voracious reader until the end. She particularly loved reading books by David Baldacci, John Grisham, and Michael Connelly. She was also a lover of flowers– she and Larry spent many hours outside in the summers pulling weeds and watering plants in their beautiful flower beds.
Judy never let anyone’s birthday go uncelebrated. She dutifully kept a calendar that she updated every year that listed everyone’s birthday and age. She was an expert at sending cards and buying small gifts– she loved going to Hallmark and made stops at Tamarack in West Virginia for many years on their fall trip to Williamsburg. Birthday parties and holiday celebrations were held for years at their pool in the summer, at their outdoor fireplace in the fall, and at their kitchen table in the winter.
Judy also showed her love for friends and family through her generosity with food. She was a talented baker and cook and she never let anyone go hungry. Everything was made from scratch- even mashed potatoes. Her cherry, coconut cream, and pumpkin pies were particularly legendary. She also loved to make apple and pumpkin cakes in the fall. She always made fudge at Valentine’s Day, and grape salad in the summer if we were lucky.
Most importantly, Judy was a faithful and loving servant of Jesus Christ. We are heartbroken that she is no longer with us as the center of our family, but we take comfort knowing that she is reunited with Larry and is no longer in pain. We know that we will see her again someday.
Judy leaves behind her children, son Damon (wife Denise) of Michigantown, daughter Dawn Dunn (husband Lee Dunn) of Pittsboro, North Carolina, and daughter Heidi Randolph (husband Rick Randolph) of Michigantown. She is also survived by her siblings Janet Morton of Houston, Texas, Robert “Bobby” Hackerd of New Harmony, Utah, and Richard Hackerd of Rossville, Indiana and their families. She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren, Eric DeFord of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Nicole Pries (husband Kyle Pries) of Frankfort, Indiana, Greta Holmes (husband Cassius Holmes) of Jacksonville, Florida, Margo Requard (husband Jay Requard) of New York City, New York, and Ethan DeFord of Michigantown, along with special “grandsons” JT and Kreigh Sloggett and their families. She has three great-grandsons, Owen DeFord, Cassius Clay Holmes, and Benjamin Requard.
She was preceded in death by her parents and great-granddaughters Hazel and Lily DeFord.
Services will be private. Memorial donations in her honor may be made to Samaritan’s Purse to either the Operation Christmas Child or US Disaster Relief & Rebuild funds via their website https://www.samaritanspurse.org/.
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David Grant, 77, of Frankfort, passed away peacefully at his home on June 18, 2026.
Born November 6, 1948, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, David was the son of the late Willard and Eulamae (Workman) Grant. He graduated from Rossville High School in 1967 and spent nearly three decades working at Brock Manufacturing, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.
On June 29, 1986, David married Peggy (Merritt) Grant. The couple shared 35 years of marriage before Peggy’s passing in 2021. Together, they built a life centered on family, hard work, and caring for those they loved.
When he was able, David enjoyed spending time tinkering in his garage, always finding something to work on or repair. He also treasured the time spent with his family throughout the years.
He is survived by his step-son, Scott (Kristlyn) Merritt of Frankfort; grandchildren, Emily (Alec) Cummings, Grant Merritt, and Grace Merritt; great-grandchildren, Braylee, Christopher, and Skyler Cummings, and Tatum Merritt; sisters, Ruth Lambert and Esther (Richard) Nicholson; and several extended family members and friends.
In addition to his wife and parents, David was preceded in death by his step-son, Philip A. Merritt; step-daughter, Bonita Renee “Bonnie” Merritt; grandsons, David Allen Merritt and Nathan Merritt; and sister, Naomi Knicely.
David will be remembered for his quiet nature, strong work ethic, and devotion to his family. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. A graveside service and burial will immediately follow at Bunnell Cemetery in Frankfort.
Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Joe C. “Butch” Doan, 81, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Havre De Grace, Maryland, on August 5, 1944, to Joe T. Doan and Jean (Coapstick) Doan Bache. He married Linda Huckleberry on August 3, 1974, and she survives.
Butch graduated from Frankfort High School, class of 1962, before going on to Purdue University where he earned his BS in engineering, as well as a spot on the school’s baseball team. From his graduation in 1966 onward, his heart was forever with the Boilers, as he went on to be a football and basketball season ticket holder all the way up through 2011 and remained a passionate fan thereafter.
Following his Purdue education, Butch went on to earn his MBA from Cornell University in 1968, then a position with Inland Steel, until he returned to Frankfort in 1971, at which time he became the owner of Coapstick Insurance Agency.
It was this homecoming that marked the beginning of Butch’s storied dedication to his community. During his decades of service, he was a life-long member and one-time president of the Frankfort Country Club and, likewise, a board member and one-time chairman at The Farmers Bank and president of the Frankfort Rotary Club.
He also served on the Clinton County Hospital Board and was a founding board member of the Education Foundation and the Humane Society of Clinton County. He was a Session member of the First Presbyterian Church and also found time to serve as an acting member of the Frankfort Elks, Moose, Masonic Lodge and Partners in Progress (PIP) Board.
In his downtime, Butch enjoyed the sport of fishing and the game of golf, though he played both with a self-deprecating style that endeared him with so many.
Throughout it all, across his professional and personal life, Butch most demonstrated a sincerity, integrity, wit and humility that formed the bonds of countless friendships and set the highest examples for the family who loved him so dearly.
Along with his wife of 51 years, Butch is survived by his daughters, Angie (Jeff) Worzala and Julie (Brant) Baumann; a brother, John (Violet) Doan; and his grandchildren, Melanie and Joey Worzala, Molly Miller, and Stevie Baumann, with whom he so cherished his role as ‘Poppy.’
Butch was preceded in passing by his parents.
A celebration of life will be held at Frankfort Evangelical Presbyterian Church from 3pm until the time of the memorial service at at 6pm on Thursday, July 2, 2026. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Green Lawn Cemetery. Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort is assisting with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Frankfort Education Foundation or the Humane Society of Clinton County. Messages of condolence may be made at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Lila Woods, 95, of Frankfort, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Homewood Health Campus in Lebanon. She was born March 7, 1931, in Big Rapids, Michigan to Harris and Anna (Lovell) Challender. She married Conrad “Woody” Woods on July 7, 1950, in Luther, Michigan, and he survives.
Lila was a graduate of Luther High School, class of 1949. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great great-grandmother. Her and her husband had a heart for children and caring for others. They were foster parents for 76 foster children and eventually adopted three of them. Lila attended of Bethel Bible Holiness Church. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and canning vegetables, and playing games and making memories with her family.
Along with her husband of nearly 76 years, Lila is survived by her children, Paul Woods, Philip (Ruth) Woods, Jason Woods, Esther Woods, and Dorcas (Jerry) Point; Foster Child, Kerry (Beatrice) Ward; sisters, Annajean Challender, Bessie Reed and Dorothy Coney; twelve grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and six great great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughters Lisa (Jeff) Waters and Geisla Owl; a grandchild, Mitchel Waters; sisters, Pauline Knudson, Josephine Ruppert, Betty Carroll, Lucille Coon; and brothers, Harris “Bud” Challender, John Challender, Glen Challender, and Kenneth Challender.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm, at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Entombment will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. Pastor Keith Waggoner will officiate. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Homer J. “Butch” Beckner, 69, of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at IU Health Arnett in Lafayette. He was born on October 7, 1956, in Lafayette to Charles O. and Margaret A. (Fry) Beckner. He married Trudy Cheesman on November 23, 2001, and she survives.
Butch was a graduate of Harrison High School, class of 1975. He worked several jobs over his years, including, JD Jackson & Associate as a home builder, Basney Ford in Lafayette, General Foods, Bev-Pack and then Frito-Lay for 28 years until his retirement in 2019. Butch was a member of Wildcat Valley Rifle & Pistol Club where he enjoyed participating in shooting competitions. He also enjoyed fishing, Scuba diving, golfing, and hunting. He loved being around his family, especially his grandkids and going to their sporting events. Butch had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to joke around and laugh with people. He enjoyed life and was known to relax with a strawberry margarita from time to time. His laugh and joyful spirit will be missed by those that knew him.
Along with his wife of nearly 25 years, Butch is survived by his daughter, Christy (Kai) Davner; son, Jeremiah Beckner; step-children, Chad (Natalie) Hodgen, Evan (Kristin) Hodgen; sister, Lucille (Steve Harlan) Beckner; brother Richard “Rick” Beckner; grandchildren, Lincoln and Lillian Burton; and step-grandchildren, Danielle, Taylor, Hannah, Ellie, Layla, and Ben.
Butch was preceded in passing by his parents; sister-in-law, Connie Beckner; and brother-in-law, Rudy Cheesman.
Visitation will be held, Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Burial will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery in Frankfort. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Judith A. “Judy” Linscott, 72, of Frankfort, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, at St. Vincent Ascension Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born September 27, 1952, in Salem to Robert J. and Norma Jean (Holland) Brown. She married Albert Paul Capps, Jr. They divorced. She then married Roger D. Linscott on September 15, 1973. He preceded her in passing on November 7, 2015.
Judy was a graduate of Seymour High School, class of 1970. She worked for the National Cigar Factory until her retirement in 2015. She then worked at Wal-Mart until 2024. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, going to yard sales, and having fun with her friends and family. She loved being a mother and was faithful and loyal to her family and friends.
Judy is survived by four sons, Brent Linscott, Bret (Jen) Capps, Bart (Amy) Capps, and Bryan (Missy) Capps; a sister, Renda Jean Olds; grandchildren, Brendan and Brandon Capps, Katelyn (Alex) Greeno), Brody Capps, Brennan Linscot, Mercades Linscott; and a great-grandchildren, Norah Greeno and Journey Linscott.
Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by a son Bruce Linscott and her parents.
Graveside service will be held, 1pm, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Green Lawn Cemetery in Frankfort. Day & Genda Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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Jerry Lee Austin, 73, of Rossville, passed away peacefully, Monday, June 1, 2026, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born August 1, 1952, in Oceanside, California to John and Anna (Young) Austin. He married Debra “Debbie” Clark, on January 7, 1984, and she survives.
Jerry was a graduate of Rossville High School class of 1970. He worked several jobs over his years, including Lafayette School Corporation, Biggs Pump and Supply, Kramer Lumber Company, and Zinn Kitchens. He was a member of Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church where he served faithfully until his passing. He enjoyed playing games and traveling. Jerry was a people person and loved spending time with his friends and family, especially his wife.
Along with his wife of 42 years, Jerry is survived by his brothers Jeff (Cindy) Austin and Jim Austin; sister-in-law Karen Fullmer; brother-in-law, David (Jonnie) Clark; four nieces and one nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his parent-in-laws; Sisters Jane Clark and Jenny Austin; great niece, Sarah Rotar; brother-in-law, Ed Fullmer; and sister-in-law, Kathy Clark.
Visitation will be held Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 2-5pm and 6 to 8pm at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Church. Funeral Service will be held 10am Friday, June 5, at the church. Burial will follow at Middle Fork Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery. Day & Genda Funeral Home ~ Bodine Chapel in Rossville is assisting with the arrangements.
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Evelyn F. Wilson, 101, of Frankfort, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Milner Community Health Care. She was born on November 23, 1924, in Frankfort to William Edward and Grace Alice (Fuller) Obermiller. She married Oliver Shaw, and he preceded her in passing in December of1967. She later married Elmer Wilson and he preceded her in passing in October of 1982.
Evelyn attended Frankfort Schools and went on to work at PR Mallory. She also delivered newspapers for the Frankfort Times. She enjoyed playing bingo and traveling with the family. She was remembered by those in the neighborhood for spending her day out on the front porch enjoying the beauty of each day.
Evelyn is survived by her children Michael (Mary Ann) Shaw, Alice Whitaker, and Juanita Eldridge; thirteen grandchildren; and several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Along with her both of her husbands, she was preceded in passing by her parents; sons, Bernard and James Shaw; stepson, Richard Hall; sister, Eileen Johnson; and brothers, Tom, Alvin, and Richard Obermiller.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Pastor Alan Downing will officiate, and burial will follow at Bunnell Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.
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