Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home

06/19/2026

Micah J. Hewitt, 49, of Osgood passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026 at his home. He was born in Ft. Wayne on October 20, 1976, the son of Eugene and Beth Williams Hewitt. He was married to Angela Precht on October 15, 2005 and she survives. Other survivors include two sons Noah Joel Hewitt (Hailey Phillips) and Logan William Hewitt both of Batesville; one daughter Alexis Lee Collins of Batesville; two grandchildren Xavier and Elaina; one sister Sarah (Ryan) Tekulve of Batesville. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Hewitt was a 1995 graduate of Batesville High School. He served in the National Guard for 4 years and was employed with Geotill in Fishers where he worked as a drill foreman. Micah made a decision for the Lord and was baptized on May 30, 2026. Micah’s wishes were to be cremated and services will be held at the convenience of the family with burial in the Flat Rock Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Union Flat Rock Baptist Church in care of the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles.

06/15/2026

Jordan M. Walters, 33, and Sierra Nicole Walters, 33 of Milan passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026 as the result of an automobile accident near Moores Hill. Jordan was born in Lawrenceburg on September 13, 1992, the son of Bobby Walters and Robin Stearns. Sierra was born in Batesville on December 15, 1992, the daughter of Woody and Kristina Guerra Pope. Jordan and Sierra were married to on September 22, 2018. The light of their lives were their sons, six-year-old Knight Matthew Walters and four-year-old Kyro Maddox Walters, who both survive. Jordan is also survived by his parents Bobby Walters and Robin Stearns of Versailles; his twin brother Jerad and his wife Jessica of Greenwood; Grandmother Rosella Trowbaugh of Versailles; Uncles Steve Renfro of Lawrenceburg and Mike Walters of Butlerville. He was preceded in death by his brother Chandler Stearns and his paternal grandparents Lawrence and Sylvia Walters. Sierra is also survived by her parents Woody and Kristina Pope of Osgood; her sister Isabella Pope of Milan; brother Michael Pope of Versailles; maternal grandmother Nancy Guerra of Osgood, and maternal grandfather Sam Guerra of Osgood. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents George and Doris Pope. Jordan was a 2011 graduate of South Ripley High School. Jordan served in the National Guard from June 22, 2015 until June 21, 2022. He rose to the rank of (Spc.), serving with the MOS 91C Utilities Equipment Repair Unit. For service to his country Jordan received the National Service Defense Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Army Component Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon, and the Indiana Overseas Ribbon. In civilian life Jordan was a driver for UPS. He enjoyed bowling and golf, but the greatest joy in his life was his family and coaching his son in basketball, soccer, and baseball in the Milan Youth Leagues. Sierra was a 2011 graduate of Jac-Cen-Del High School and operated an in-home daycare where her children affectionately knew her as Ci-Ci. She enjoyed taking the boys to their ball games, the library, and Sierra excelled in doing crafts. Funeral services for Jordan and Sierra will be held on Thursday, June 18 at 11 a.m. at the Versailles Baptist Church Family Life Center with Pastor Danny Horn officiating. Burial will be in the Cliff Hill Cemetery where military honors for Jordan will be given by the Versailles American Legion. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles and from 10 a.m. until time of services Thursday at the church. Memorials may be given to their children or to the Cliff Hill Cemetery in care of the funeral home.

06/05/2026

Rita Nell Hartwell, 75, of Moores Hill passed away at 4:55 a.m., Friday, June 5, 2026 at the Manderley Health Care Center in Osgood. She was born at Gradyville in Adair County, Kentucky on July 17, 1950, the daughter of Rev. John and Lora Bolt Bassett. She was married to Tom Hartwell and he preceded her in death on July 6, 2016. Survivors include one son Joshua Ray Hartwell; one brother Ron (Molly) Bassett of Palm Harbor, Florida. She was also preceded in death by her parents and her sister Anna Libunao. Mrs. Hartwell was a 1968 graduate of Union County High School in Morganfield, Kentucky. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Kentucky Wesleyan University and her Master’s Degree in education from Indiana University. She had worked as an educator, teaching at the Moores Hill Elementary School and was a member of the Moores Hill Methodist Church. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 8 at the South Sparta Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the cemetery in care of the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles.

06/04/2026

Ann M. Black, 78, of Versailles passed away at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at St. Andrews Health Campus in Batesville. She was born in Shelbyville on July 8, 1947, the daughter of Oscar and Florence Ott Foreman. She was married to Wayne Black on October 21,1971, and he preceded her in death on May 7, 1994. Survivors include three brothers Ronnie (Nellie) Foreman of Greenfield, Larry (Donna) Foreman of Fairland, and Frank Foreman of Bedford. She was also preceded in death by her son Kelly Black, her parents, and her brothers Warren and Richard Foreman. Mrs. Black was a 1966 graduate of Morristown High School. She and Wayne moved to Osgood in 1987 and Ann worked as a dispatcher and secretary for the Indiana State Police Post in Versailles for 15 years. After retiring she worked at the Damm Theatre in Osgood and always enjoyed seeing neighbors and friends. She loved to travel with her brothers and different family members, especially bus trips, crocheting, and being outside working in her yard. Ann was a member of the St. John Catholic Church in Osgood. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 9 at 12 p.m. at the St. John Catholic Church with Father Bill Turner officiating. Burial will be in the Cliff Hill Cemetery in Versailles. Visitation will also be on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorials may be given to the church or cemetery in care of the funeral home.

05/29/2026

Esther L. Berner, 85, of Cross Plains passed away at 8:55 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her home. She was born near Fairview in Switzerland County on June 27, 1940, the daughter of Charles and Bertha Rump Knigga. She was married to Leon Berner on February 20, 1960 at St. Peters Lutheran Church at Bear Branch and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2015. Survivors include one son Michael (Linda) Berner of Cross Plains; two daughters Kathleen (Robert) Daugherty of Vevay and Debra Berner of Mooresville; 7 grandchildren Erica (Kyle) Bechman, Natalie (Josh) Wheeler, Kevin Berner, Jenna (Jason) Kaylor, Steven Berner, Ashley (Adam) Crafton, Dakota (Andre) Crafton, and 10 great-grandchildren Jesse, Easton, Addi, Bryce, Jackson, Everly, Logan, Ava, AJ, and Andre; sister-in-law Eileen Knigga of Tell City. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Dilver Knigga. Mrs. Berner was a 1958 graduate of Vevay High School and she worked for several years at Dillsboro Manor and at the Silver Bell Nursing Home near Versailles. She enjoyed feeding her birds, gardening, and helping Leon on the farm. Esther was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dewberry for over 65 years where she participated in the Ladies Aid. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 2nd at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dewberry with Pastor Jared Tucher officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 5p.m to 8 p.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles and from 10 a.m. until time of services Tuesday at the church. Memorials may be given to the church or cemetery in care of the funeral home.

05/25/2026

05/11/2026

Carrie Van Quicksall, 78, of Lawrenceburg passed away at 12:30 a.m., Sunday, May 10, 2026 at the Manderley Health Care Center in Osgood. She was born in Petersburg, Kentucky on June 23, 1947, the daughter of Hurley Quicksall and Bethel Moore Quicksall Strickling. Survivors include one son Mark (Linda) Quicksall of Versailles; 3 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; one brother Eugene Quicksall of Lawrenceburg, along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Bobby and Clayton Quicksall, and her sister Christina “Teeney” Hussong. Mrs. Quicksall was a 1965 graduate of Lawrenceburg High School and she worked for over 40 years at Frisch’s in Lawrenceburg, retiring at age 62. Her smiling face and kind demeanor were a bright spot in the day for her many regular customers. Carrie enjoyed many trips to the Smokies with her beloved sister Teeney and niece Jo. She loved shopping at Wal-Mart, reading books, and watching her favorite shows like Walker Texas Ranger, NCIS, and Hallmark Christmas movies. She loved spending time with her son Mark and wife Linda, attending family events, and treasured the beach vacations she was able to take with them. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, May 15 at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles with Justin Noppert officiating. Burial will be in the Cliff Hill Cemetery in Versailles. Visitation will be on Friday beginning at 5 p.m. Memorials may be given to the Versailles Lions Club in care of the funeral home.

05/09/2026

Tammy Sue Waldon, 61, of Moores Hill passed away at 12:35 a.m., Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville. She was born in Lawrenceburg on March 1, 1965, the daughter of William Braden Jr. and Wanda Lutherbeck Braden. Survivors include two sons Jacob Waldon of Bright and Donald (DJ) Waldon and his wife Ali of Brooksville, Florida, along with 7 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother William Braden, Jr. and her sister Debbie. Ms. Waldon was a 1983 graduate of Lawrenceburg High School. She was a former employee of Anchor Glass in Greendale and the Milan Dollar General Store. She loved collecting porcelain dolls and knick-knacks. Tammy enjoyed gardening, tending to her flowers, spending time with her kids and grandkids, and her dog Tinker. Tammy’s wishes were to be cremated and services will be held later at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be given to the Moores Hill Life Squad in care of the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles.

05/05/2026

Imogene Briggs, 92, of Versailles Indiana entered this life on March 7, 1934 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. She came to rest on Sunday, May 3rd at King’s Daughters Hospital in Madison, Indiana surrounded by family.

She was the
loving daughter of Bruce and Mary Francis Willoughby and one of 12 siblings.

Imogene was raised in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky and then moved with her family to China, Indiana. She graduated from Central High School in Madison, IN. Imogene
worked at Morton General Store in Pleasant and after relocating to Versailles became the owner of K & I Furniture and Hardware. Later she retired after more than 20 years of employment at Halcomb Home Center.

She was united in marriage to Kenny Morton and was blessed with four children; Linda, Debbie, Robin, and Mark. Kenny preceded her in death in 1991. She was then united in marriage to Robert Briggs who also preceded her in death in 2021.

Imogene was known for her wonderful cooking, sewing, craft skills, and last but not least her wonderful sense of humor which she passed on to her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren’s sporting events, making pies,
and creating Christmas crafts. Her spunky personality and wisdom will be missed by those that loved her most.

She is survived by her children: Linda Kelso, Versailles; Debbie (Kevin) Mack, Versailles; Robin Morton, Rexville; Mark (Lisa) Morton, Rising Sun. Grandchildren: Lindsey (Brandon) Seabolt; Casey (Derik) Hutton; Michele Kelso; Chris Kelso; Rusty Kelso. Great-grandchildren: Addison, Kamryn, Cooper Seabolt; Hawk, River, Stone Hutton; Hailey & Austin Miller; John, Jack, Isabella, Chloe Crawford; Tyler, Jasmine, Jessica, Chris Kelso; McKinley & Keenan Kelso along with four great-great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, May 8th 2026 at Stratton-Karsteter Funeral home in Versailles, IN.

Visitation will be from 4:00 - 7:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 7:00 PM.

Memorial
expressions can be made at the funeral home to Interim Hospice and Palliative Care or Versailles Fire Department.