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Sunday, September 2, 2012 EVANSVILLE COURIER PRESS Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at Alexander East Chapel, with burial in Park Lawn Cemetery. The family wishes to give thanks to ResCare and River Point for their care and kindness. Memorial contributions may be made to Evansville ARC. Condolences may be made online at www.Alex anderEastChapel.com.

Bradley W. Laufer Sr. Evansville, Ind. Bradley Ward Laufer 73, of Evansville, died at 5:30 a.m., Friday, August 31, 2012, at his home. Born in Louisville, on October 29,1938, he was the youngest of three children born to Florence Laufer (Hardin) and John C.

Laufer who preceded him in death. Mr. Laufer graduated from Louisville du Pont Manual High School in 1956. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 17 of Saint Elizabeth in Louisville, Ky. He served in the U.S.

Marine Corps from 1957 to 1960. Brad worked at General Electric Appliance Park in Louisville from 1960 to 1976, where he served a three year Tool Die Apprenticeship and then worked various plastics related fields for the remaining years. While working at General Electric, he attended the University of Louisville and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics in 1969. In 1976, Mr. Laufer and his family relocated to Evansville where he accepted a position with Wabash Plastics, Inc.

Brad was the president of the Society of Plastics Engineers from 1984-1985. Brad retired from Wabash Plastics, Inc. in 1996, as VP Sales Engineering. After retirement he continued to stay active, doing Plastics Engineering project work for various companies. He enjoyed home projects as well, designing and building things for his home and also for others.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn M. Reichenbach (Laufer). of Louisville, on May 2,1983. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Jana Laufer; sons, Bradley Laufer of Louisville, Brett W. Laufer, of Evansville, Brian Laufer (Joni), of South Lake, Texas, Blaine W.

Laufer, of Evansville, and Bruce (Kris), of Evansville; daughter, Michelle Hudson (Perry), of Washington, stepsons, Adam Walts, of Greenwood, Ryan Walts, of Evansville, Kyle Walts, of Evansville; brother, John C. Laufer of Louisville, nine grandchildren; FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC OAK HILL CEMETERY WALKING TOUR: CIVIL WAR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2012 2 PM Please meet at the main office of Oak Hill Cemetery. The tour will feature the Civil War section of the cemetery, the US Colored Troops section of the cemetery, and local individuals including Conrad Baker, William Baker, Charles Denby, James Maynard Shanklin, John Smith Gavitt, John and James Messick, Charles Butterfield, James Jones, the Daughters of the Confederacy marker and more. Tour guides and speakers include numerous members of the Historical Society. fl Facebbok on For additional questions, contact Superintendent of Cemeteries Chris Cooke at 812-435-6045 or via email at Obituaries Local John F.

Fisher Newburgh, Ind. John F. Fisher, 82, of Newburgh, passed away Friday, August 24, 2012, at Mount Vernon Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. John was born in Riverside, N.J., on September 28, 1929, to the D. and Frances A.

(Hoey) Fisher. John was a United States Air Force Veteran. He studied electronics with RCA and then went on to work for Castle Sybron Corporation, where he retired as a medical equipment repairman. John and Edith retired in eventually moving to Newburgh to be near his daughter, Christine. He enjoyed woodworking and was a master model builder, where he assembled all WWII combat aircrafts, detailing them with an airbrush.

John was also a member of the American Legion and he was an avid reader. John is survived by his daughter, Christine (Fisher) Lammers (Mark), of Newburgh, and granddaughter, Molly Pease (Billy). John is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Edith Rosalie (Lawrence) Fisher; a brother; and sisters. Friends may share their memories of John on Saturday, September 8, 2012, from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m.

at Browning Funeral Home, 738 Diamond Avenue Evansville, IN 47711. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 3816 Payshpere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. The family would like to extend a thank you to all the wonderful staff at Mount Vernon Nursing Home and Rehabilitation and VistaCare Hospice for their dedication and special care. Condolences may be made online at www. Jane Ann Hatcher Evansville, Ind.

Jane Ann Hatcher, 65, of Evansville, passed away Monday, August 27, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital. She was born November 6, 1946, in Harrisburg, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents, Truman and Margaret (Gresshoff) Hatcher. Jane is survived by her sister, Karen Rideout; niece, Dr. Dusky Rideout Farmer; grand-niece, Karissa Lynn Farmer; and her friends from ARC and ResCare.

Obituary Policy The Evansville Courier Press publishes obituaries with basic Information at no charge as a public service to the community. The free obituaries will consist of name, including maiden name, age, city, date of death, day, place and time of funeral. Survivors, occupation, military service and contributions may be listed as long as the information does not exceed 3.5 column inches. Paid obituaries, which allow additional biographical details, photographs or other identifying emblems, are published according to a fee schedule available from area funeral homes. Paid obituaries are written and provided by the families and loved ones of the deceased and the content reflects the thoughts and values of the bereaved.

LOCAL John F. Fisher 82, Newburgh Jane Ann Hatcher 65, Evansville Bradley W. Laufer Sr. 73, Evansville Rose Ellen (Turpin) Phillips 55, Evansville Donald E. 'Pete' Stockfleth 88, Evansville Kenneth Tolliver Betty Jo Yeager 68, Evansville 85, Princeton Larry K.

Willis KENTUCKY 69, Newburgh William 'Bill' INDIANA Brown Lois Jean 89, Sturgis (Phillips) Laveda Sue (Topper) 'Susie' Rader Bormann 67, Henderson 91, Tennyson John S. Hornby 61, Haubstadt Scott Ray Luker 53, Chrisney and nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at Saint Theresa Catholic Church, 600 Herndon Drive, officiated by Fr. John Breidenbach.

Visitation will be Tuesday, September 4, 2012, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at Alexander North Chapel. The family would like to extend their thanks to the Oncology Hematology Associates and the VNA Hospice Center. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA Charlier Hospice Center, 610 E.

Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47713. Condolences may made online at www. AlexanderNorthChapel. com. Rose Ellen (Turpin) Phillips Evansville, Ind.

Rose Ellen Phillips, 55, of Evansville passed away Wednesday August 29, 2012, at her home. She was a waitress for many years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Rose was preceded in death by a grandson, A'davion. She is survived by her daughters, Tameka Barrett (Jason), Andrea Phillips and Brandi Phillips; grandchildren, Alyssa, Gabrielle, Joseph, Mason, Jaida, Billy Joe and Mashiya; sisters, Naomi Byrley and Denise Turpin; brothers, Tony Turpin and Kevin Lyless; many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday September 4, 2012, at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Evansville, IN 47714. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m.

Tuesday at the funeral home with Pastor Kim Wells officiating. Burial will be at Decker Chapel Cemetery in Princeton, Ind. Memorial contributions may be made to family to help with the funeral expenses. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.ziemerfuneral home.com Donald E. 'Pete' Stockfleth Evansville, Ind.

Donald E. "Pete" Stock fleth, 88, of Evansville, died on Friday, August 31, 2012, at Deaconess Hospice Center. Pete was born September 16, 1923, in Evansville, to Louise and Elbert Stockfleth. He graduated from Central High School in 1941, attended the University of Cincinnati for two years, and graduated from Purdue University in 1948, with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, worked at the shipyards, and retired from Sligo, Inc.

in 1988, where he worked in Sales and Engineering. He was a member for over 50 years of Lessing Masonic Lodge Scottish Rite, Hadi Shrine and was Director Emeritus of the Drum and Bugle Corps. He was a member of Saint Lucas United Church of Christ. Pete is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary "Cele" Stockfleth; their two children, Donald A. Stockfleth and wife Luann, and Judith A.

Jordan and husband Mitch; grandchildren, Chad, Allison, and Alexander Stockfleth, John Kalab Jordan; sister Minnie F. Shrode; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Admire. Visitation will on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Evansville. Hadi Shrine and Hadi Drum and Bugle Corp will walk through at 5:45 p.m. and Lessing Masonic Lodge will have a memorial service at 6 p.m. Funeral service will be Wednesday September 5, 2012, at 10:30 a.m.

at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel with Reverend. Lynn Martin officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. The family would like to thank Deaconess Hospice Center for their loving care. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hadi Shrine Transportation Fund, 6 Walnut St.

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Kenneth Tolliver, 68, of Evansville, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital. Kenneth retired from Red Spot after 30 years. He loved NASCAR, football, and enjoyed reading, especially books by Clive Cussler and all the Harry Potter Books. He loved animals, particularly cats. Kenneth loved his wife, Alberta more than anyone and she always came first.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Mary Magdaline Tolliver. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Alberta Tolliver; sons, Dan Tolliver and Jeff daughter, Judi Tolliver; grandchildren, Mackenzie Tolliver and Stephanie Welch; sister, Nancy Bass (Mike); niece, Carrie Wilhite; and nephew, Sean Bass. A private burial will take place: at Locust Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vanderburgh County Humane Society. Condolences may be made online at www.

AlexanderNorthChapel. com. Larry K. Willis Newburgh, Ind. Larry K.

Willis, 69, passed away Friday, August 31, 2012, at his residence. He was the founder and president of Willis Fence Company in Newburgh. Larry was a U.S. Navy veteran and also very involved in civic leadership. He was a member of Boonville Main Street United Methodist Church, where he was very active in the life of the church.

Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Karen; sons, Ron (Angie), of Newburgh, Jeff (Nicki), of Newburgh; eight grandchildren, Jeremy, Kyrstin, Amanda, Zachery, Derek, Grant, Michael and Mason; sister, Beverly Scott, of Hernando, brother, David Willis (Ruth), of Evansville; sister-in-law, Sharon Willis, of Evansville. Funeral service 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at Boonville Main Street United Methodist Church. Friends may call Tuesday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

and Wednesday 9 a.m. until service time at Main St. United Methodist Church. Rev. David Henry will officiate the service.

Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery with military rites by the Kapperman Newburgh. Memorials in memory of Larry may be made to the 'Main Street United Methodist Church. Condolences and any special remembrance may be made online at www. koehlerfuneralhome. com.

Indiana Lois Jean (Phillips) (Topper) Bormann Tennyson, Ind. Th headline in this newspaper today should have read, World Mourns Death of Best Lois Jean passed away peacefully August 31, 2012, after a short hospital stay; she was 91 and spiritually ready to join her Lord and Savior. Her spirit had a difficult time, however, overcoming that tired, worn-out body because she loved her life and her family so profoundly. Her will was confirmed by the hospital staff who cared for her at the end, remarking repeatedly about her "iron In the end, realizing the inevitability, she relinquished her grip on this worldly life and went to celebrate with all those many loved ones who have gone before. Born to Truman and Gertrude Phillips on May 12, 1921, she survived her parents and brothers, Lowell and Jack.

Her first husband, John E. Topper, died in 1962, and her second, Arthur Bormann, preceded her in 1987. She lost the sunshine of her life and closest friend, daughter Nancy, in 2004. She is survived by her children, John Topper (Janet), of Santa Claus, Danny Topper (Joyce), of Boonville, Phillip Topper (Cydney), of Covington, Gregg Bormann (Deena), of Woolwich Township, N. Carol (Leo) Hodes, of Fishers, and, Gale Ann (Paul) Chilton, of Naperville, Ill.

Eighteen grandchildren will miss her festive parties as will 31 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. The last of her generation, she became the matriarch of her family in her typical unassuming manner. She lived with dignity in any circumstance and always served as a proper example for her family. In her inimitable, unselfish fashion to the very end, she admonished, "Have my service on a weekend so the children won't have to miss school." Lois Jean has suffered through some difficult medical issues in recent years. Those difficulties were mitigated to a large extent by hospice organizations and their dedicated support staff.

Donations to Community Home Health Services of Indianapolis would please her. Arrangements are under the direction of Koehler Funeral Home, Boonville. Viewing will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, September 3, 2012, and from 9 a.m.

until service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 4,2012, at Koehler Funeral Home Boonville Chapel, followed by burial at Maple Grove Cemetery. A reception celebrating Lois Jean's life will be held at the First Christian Church, 505 North 4th Street, Boonville immediately following the short graveside service for all of her family and friends. Memorial contributions in memory of Lois may be made to Community Home Health Services 9894 East 121st St. Fishers, Indiana 46037.

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