Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Bears Continue Strong Play with Win Over Olympians
Judging from the opening minutes, Columbus East (9-2) appeared too strong for the home Golden Bears (11-3) at last night’s boys’ basketball game. But Shelbyville’s two seniors knew better.
“We’ve been down before,” Damon Badgley said. “It’s not our first rodeo with that, but to come back, to rely on one another…”
Kenny Owens jumped in. “It’s all about trust for us. We’re family. We work with each other every day.”
That foundation was necessary given the slow start. The Olympians hit an open three-pointer for the first game basket and forced numerous tough shots, which the Bears typically missed. But down 11, Shelbyville’s Gavin Reed hit a three-pointer, cutting the lead to 15-7. Following a couple of missed three-pointers by the Bears and Mar Nicholson leaving the game with an injury, a timely Owens lay-in with a few seconds left in the quarter brought Shelbyville within six.
“We knew we had to penetrate the lane, look for kick-outs and rely on the offense, even when things weren’t working and people were getting into foul trouble,” Badgley said.
As much as the Olympians controlled the first, the Bears took over in the second, with aggressive play featured at both ends of the court.
“Kenny and I have been telling the guys coming into this game, it was going to be physical,” Badgley said. “Nothing’s going to be given. Everything has to be taken. People might not like you after the game, but that’s part of it.”
The quarter opened with Caden Claxton hitting a floating inside shot, and Cole Schene making clutch lay-ins, one off a Badgley assist. Claxton then stole the ball mid-court and scored on the open lay-in to give the Bears their first lead of the night, 20-18. A few plays later, Claxton drove through multiple defenders, and Shelbyville extended the lead, 25-19. A great defensive stop, a Reed three ball and a cross-court lob assist from Claxton to Owens kept the Bears in control, 32-25, at the half.
The home team’s dominance continued into the second half, with Owens getting a steal and lay-in, and Badgley giving the Bears their own 11-point lead. Continued precision passing kept the Bears in control, but East hit on consecutive possessions to cut it to 10 with a minute remaining. Schene responded with an inside bucket, and East got two free throws, but Claxton checked in and zipped it to Reed underneath for a late-quarter lay-in, and the Bears took a 50-38 lead heading into the fourth.
Nearly two minutes passed in the final quarter with no scoring, but Badgley hit two free throws to extend the lead. However, a few missed shots by the Bears and continued inside work from East cut the lead to eight with less than five minutes to go. But back-to-back timely inside lay-ups from Schene and Badgley stemmed the tide. Brody Runnebohm stole the ball, worked time off the clock, and Claxton laid it in for a 58-46 lead with 2:28 remaining. Although the Olympians pulled within nine with a minute left, the Bears hit their free throws and took the win, 65-52.
“We had to bring the energy on a Tuesday night, and we did just that,” Owens said. “We executed very well.”
Despite the mid-week game, the lively student section, cheer team and home fans were on their game all night.
“You have to bring the intensity to win,” Badgley said. “That's not for everybody, but tonight, that's for us, and we're a winning group, so we're going to bring that every night.”
Claxton and Reed finished with 15 points, Schene scored 11, Badgley with 10 and Owens had 8.
SHELBY COUNTY SUNRISE
Yesterday’s sunrise, viewable from Vandalia Road in Southern Shelby County, was caputred by State Trooper Michael Risley. | submitted
NOTEBOOK:
The Shelbyville Board of Public Works yesterday approved having the city clean up 1216 Elm Street, including the removal of a lean-to on city property, and assessing the fee to the resident, who failed to appear at two meetings to discuss the issue. The board also issued orders to appear to the owners of 1022 Lincoln St., 830 Quesada St. and 102 N. Vine St. regarding nuisance issues. The board also heard an update regarding multiple compliance issues at 309 E. Mechanic St. The resident has removed debris from the porch and side of the house, assured the city no one is living in a camper on the property and put up a fence to screen debris in the yard. Mayor Scott Furgeson, however, said he was not yet satisfied. “I still think (the yard) ought to be cleaned up, not just hiding it from the public.” Code Enforcer Troy Merrick said he would follow up with the home owner.
The Shelbyville Central Schools board organized at Monday’s meeting, electing Mike Turner as president; David Finkel, vice president; and Dr. Kate Garringer, secretary. John C. DePrez IV was re-appointed as school board attorney. The board appointed Finkel to the Blue River Career Programs board and Amanda Bunton to the SCS Foundation board.
The Street Department will close West Washington St., from Harrison to Post St., 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., today for removal of the Christmas house.
Congressman Jefferson Shreve (IN-06) has been appointed to the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
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SHS Courier Archive Highlights
Dec. 9, 1953, Part III
The SHS S-Club sponsored a pep session before the opening of the basketball season. Richard Applas, master of ceremonies, introduced Bill Latshaw, S-Club president, who gave a short talk. Rich then introduced Mr. Loren Joseph, the new varsity basketball coach. The rest of the program was led by the yell leaders, sponsored by Mrs. Betty Ramey.
Several SHS boys were in military reserve service. Bob Cole (10A) was in the National Guard and trained every Tuesday evening. Bill Martin (12B) was in the Air Force Reserve Wing, which trained one weekend a month. Randall Hendrickson was a Naval reservist who trained every Tuesday.
“The sixth hour English class broke out into a roar of laughter when Miss Moore started to write ‘apostrophe’ on the blackboard, and discovered she did not know how to spell it.”
Several SHS students who were members of the Shelby County Farm Bureau Band went to Chicago via the James Whitcomb Riley for the National 4-H Congress. They were Bill and Bob Amos, Marilyn and Sandra Kleinschmidt, Edna Cobb, Carol McColley, Carol Sandefur, Norma Jean Lee, Nancy and Mary Kay Bausback, Lu Ann Bolatto, Gary Long, Susie Sarringhaus, Jerry Porter, Marlin Trimnell, Harry Burgess and Annette Henderson. Richard Anderson, 1953 graduate and former drum major of the SHS band, also made the trip.
This Day in Shelby County History
News around Shelbyville and the surrounding area as reported on or about this date in history. Selections are curated by The Addison Times from Shelby County Public Library Genealogy Department materials.
2005: Flood clean-up was underway at homes along W. Boggstown Road. Some had to have all carpet removed and cabinets and baseboards replaced.
1995: A semi-tractor trailer rolled down an embankment on I-74 about half a mile west of London Road, closing a lane of traffic and injuring the driver.
1985: Bill Stephens, 26, was one of the very few people who still dug graves by hand. He was paid $120 by Lewis Creek Cemetery for the six-hour job.
1975: The Cedar Ford Bridge, the last of Shelby County’s covered bridges, was to be moved to the fairgrounds and preserved for its historical value. The council appropriated money to move the bridge from its site over Little Blue River on German Road, near the Old Rushville Road, to the fairgrounds near the Thomas A. Hendricks cabin. The council also appropriated money for a new bridge.
John Wetnight Jr. and Ray Wetnight purchased the Shelbyville Paint and Wallpaper Co. from their father, John Wetnight Sr., founder and owner of the firm. The firm also announced the hiring of Douglas Monroe, 25, a native of Shelbyville, as a sales representative. Other employees at the store, 110 S. Harrison, were Kermitt Money and Nancy Wetnight.
1965: Nine 4-H Club girls would compete for the honor of representing Shelby County at the State Junior Corn Jamboree at Purdue in February. Candidates for the title of Shelby County Corn Queen were Noell Worland, Linda Kelso, Mary Alice Phares, Janice Beyer, Jane Ann Hoban, Shannon Daily, Nancy Main, Jean Ann McCain and Roselyn Hill.
1955: The Shelbyville News issued a statement noting that no SCUFFY funds were used for advertising, despite rumors to the contrary. “The News made a sizeable cash pledge, and also stated it would make available to the United Fund organization, WITHOUT CHARGE, all the advertising space considered necessary to sufficiently publicize the campaign.”
Jerry Carron was named new manager of the Sears, Roebuck & Co. store in Shelbyville. Carron and his family were moving here from Champaign, Ill.
1945: Mr. and Mrs. Leo Kinman received a letter from their son, Lt. Wilford Kinman, a prisoner of war in Germany. The brief message stated that he was in good health. Lt. Kinman had been the pilot of a B-17 Flying Fortress.
Ed Kasey, manager of the local Firestone Auto Supply, announced plans to change the firm’s location from the corner of Harrison and Mechanic streets to the southwest section of Public Square. The new location had formerly been the quarters of the Factory Outlet Store.
1935: The Lions Club used local ambulances - complete with sirens - to round up members at home who had forgotten to attend the meeting. The effort was to ensure 100 percent attendance at the Strand Alcazar. “They came in various stages of dishabille - in clothes in which they had not appeared in public since they passed from that stage familiarly known as ‘my good suit’. They came coatless, hatless, some with just enough on to satisfy the laws of decency,” The Republican reported. “But they came.” Chief of Police Earl Trees and Deputy Sheriff Leonard Worland had participated in the round-up process.
Herbert Conner purchased the C.E. Smelser Jewelry store at 215 South Harrison St. in the Strand building. Conner had been employed in the J.E. Sigler Jewelry store for 15 years.
1925: National Constitutional Prohibition Day was observed at First Baptist Church. Rev. Josephine Campbell, pastor of the Main Street Methodist Episcopal Church, spoke on the subject “Law Enforcement.”
A woman filed for divorce in Shelby Circuit Court, alleging that her husband had made her five-year-old daughter, his step-daughter, work in the field, cut wood and hoe the garden while he stayed in the house and slept.
1915: Arthur Hall had the highest grade point average at SHS over the previous term, with Joy Clark in second. Eighteen boys and 14 girls made the honor roll.
The senior SHS boys gave a pantomimed burlesque show at the high school. Refreshments were served after the event, and several pictures of the crowd were taken.
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OBITUARIES
Darlene E. Bennett, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at her residence. Born September 23, 1956, in Beech Grove, she was the daughter of Fred Bauers and Doris (Miller) Bauers. She married John Bennett on February 2, 1980, and he survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Krystal Bennett of Bossier City, Louisiana, and Kristen Qurazzo of Shelbyville; a son, John Bennett Jr. of Shelbyville; two brothers, Jerry Bauers of Indianapolis and Gene Bauers of Fairland; a sister, Betty Wampner of Shelbyville; and two grandchildren, Gavin Qurazzo and Ella Bennett. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Kenny and Floyd Bauers; son-in-law Scott Qurazzo, brother-in-law Dave Wampner; and sister-in-law, Delores Bauers.
Darlene had lived her lifetime in this area and graduated from Triton Central High School in 1974. She had been a factory worker at Knauf, Williams Industries, and at a factory in Milroy, retiring after 20-plus years of service.
Darlene loved watching sports on TV: the Pacers, Colts, and Notre Dame. She also enjoyed gardening, baking, cooking, and crocheting. The family would like to thank Heart to Heart Hospice and Major Hospital for all their wonderful care.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road with Pastor Chris Kaiser officiating. Burial will be in Union Chapel Cemetery. Friends may call on Thursday evening, January 16, 2025, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Association, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.
James A. “Jamey” Thornburg, 64, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at his residence. Born December 8, 1960, in St. Paul, he was the son of James R. “Pinky” Thornburg and Delores “Pud” (Bennett) Thornburg. Survivors include a son, Nicholas “Nick” Thornburg of Shelbyville; four siblings, Alvin “Al” Thornburg of Florida, Danny “Smokey” Thornburg of Shelbyville, Dianne Baldwin of St. Paul, Nancy Hawkins of Lafayette; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mr. Thornburg had lived in this area since 2010, after moving from Fishers. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1979 and attended Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. He had worked for several Indianapolis area home builders, including CP Morgan, Arbor Homes and KB Home Builders, and as a national home trainer for home sales, retiring after many years. He also volunteered for Bosma Visionary Opportunities Foundation, and the Shelbyville Humane Society.
Jamey led a vibrant life and was always known as the life of the party. He enjoyed dressing nice whenever he went out and he valued his time with family and close friends more than anything. Jamey enjoyed listening to music and playing golf with his son and was an avid sports fan who had a wealth of knowledge in football and basketball. He was the most passionate IU fan. Jamey enjoyed working with his family business Thornburg's Pineapple Whip that is beloved by many. Jamey will be remembered as a charismatic, good-hearted conversationalist with great humor. He made an impact on everyone he met and he was a man of faith.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road with Pastor Robb Barlow officiating. Friends may call on Friday morning from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the Bosma Foundation or the Shelbyville Humane Society, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.
On January 6, 2025, we lost a beloved mother, sister, daughter, partner, and friend, Marina Grace (Cook) Brindle. Born on June 1, 1989, Marina’s 35 years were marked by a caring heart, an unwavering love for her children, and a spirit that touched everyone she met.
A Heart Full of Love
Marina's greatest joy was her role as a mother to her three children: Hailey Fushsen, Hope Brindle, and Lincoln Brindle. Though life’s challenges sometimes kept her from being present in person, her children were always at the center of her heart. She loved them deeply, carrying their hopes and dreams within her and cherishing every moment she could share with them. Marina’s love was a constant, a guiding light even in difficult times.
A Bond That Transcends
Family was at the core of Marina’s life. She shared a close bond with her siblings, Ashley Morgan and Jake Cook, who were her confidants and lifelong friends. Although her parents, Cheryl and Fred Cook Jr., and her older brother, Seth Cook, passed before her, Marina carried their memory in her heart, finding strength in their love and legacy. Marina’s estranged husband, Chris Brindle, loved her deeply, and their shared history was a testament to the complexities of life and the enduring power of shared love of their children.
A Life of Compassion
Marina’s journey was not an easy one. She faced struggles that led to difficult choices and moments of darkness, yet her heart remained full of care for others. Those who knew her best saw a kind soul who, despite her challenges, wanted to do better and sought to bring love and understanding to those around her. Marina’s faith in God and her Lutheran upbringing provided her with solace and the hope of redemption. She placed her trust in her Savior, holding on to the promise of eternal rest and peace.
Finding Peace
While Marina faced challenges in life, we remember her not for those struggles but for her courage, warmth, and the love she poured into her relationships. She has now found peace, reunited with her parents and brother in the arms of God. As we mourn her absence, we also celebrate her life—a life that radiated love, joy, and compassion.
A Faithful Goodbye
Philippians 4:7 reminds us: “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” We take comfort in knowing that Marina now rests in that peace, free from pain and filled with the eternal love of our Lord.
Marina’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved her. Her children, siblings, family, and friends will carry her legacy of kindness and faith, honoring her by embracing life with the same compassion and grace she so beautifully demonstrated.
As we say goodbye, we do so with the hope and promise of a heavenly reunion. Until then, Marina, you will be deeply missed but never forgotten. May God bless and keep you in His loving care.
Funeral Service Details
The funeral for Marina will be held on Saturday, January 18, at 1 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Services 703 S. Harrison St, Shelbyville, Ind., 46176. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the family to help with funeral costs.
Jeffrey Fredrick, 55, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday January 10, 2025 at his residence. He was born May 25, 1969 in Nicholasville, Ken., to Bill Fredrick and Mary Catherine (Goins) Fredrick.
Jeff had a love for being outdoors. He especially loved fishing, hunting and going camping. He was a tow truck driver for over 25 years, and more recently he was an assistant manager for Speedway convenience store. Jeff was an animal lover and loved his cats dearly.
Jeff is survived by his sister, Kathy Grimes; his brother, David Marsee; several nieces and nephews and special friend, Rachel Simpson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Charles Perrin, Monte Marsee, and Danny Fredrick and his sister, Bertha Owens.
A Celebration of Life is pending at this time. Funeral Directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Jeff’s family. Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.
James Milton (Jim) Maxwell, 97, of Shelbyville, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. He passed at home with many of his loving family surrounding him. Jim was born first on August 27, 1927, followed five minutes later by his twin brother, Frank Husted Maxwell. They were the first and second children born at home in Liberty, Ind., to James M. Maxwell Sr. and Carolyn Elizabeth Young. Having twins was such a rarity in their small town that school was dismissed for the day!
He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin brother and his sister, Marilyn (George) Dragoo. Jim is survived by his wife of almost 77 years, Margaret (Sexton) Maxwell. They were married on February 29, 1948, Leap Year Day! Other survivors are three children, Marsha (Greg) Mings, Greg (Julie) Maxwell and Diana Cameron (Richard, deceased); 10 grandchildren, Tammy Hercamp (Dayle Eskridge), Sam (Nikki) Maxwell, Brian (Tara) Mings, Jeff Mings, Shannon (Rodney) Copeland, Courtney (Joe) Sherwood, Ashley (Brad) Kohut, Lisa (Kevin Sheets) Smith, Ryan (Rusty) Frauhger, and Farah (Matt) Swaim; great-grandchildren Justin McCrory, Andrew, Audrey, Harrison and Hannah Mings; Jackson, Ellison and Harrison Maxwell; Madelon Maschmeier and Lincoln Mings; Jameson, Lochlan and Adelyn Brown; Stella and Ada Sherwood; Clark and Vivian Kohut; Taylor (Shelby) Smith, Skylar Smith, Gunnar and Alex Frauhiger; and Eve, Cece and Lola Swaim; one great-great grandchild, Michaela (Maurice II) Green; one great-great-great grandchild, Maurice Green III; one sister, Stephanie Sappingfield; and many, many nieces and nephews that he loved so much.
Jim and Margaret attended Rushville Church of Christ, where he was an Elder Emeritus and served on many boards. Jim was drafted into the US Army in December, 1945, just after WWII ended. He was stationed at Camp Hood (now Ft. Hood) in Texas. In 1951, he started his career with Moorman Mfg Co. out of Quincy, Ill. He retired on Jan 1, 1989, as a District Sales Manager. He became a Real Estate Agent in Rushville, and enjoyed that career for 10 years. He also enjoyed the game of golf!
James Milton and Frank Husted were difficult names to pronounce, so they became “Mickey” and “Hooty”. Being raised on a farm in Union County, he learned his work ethic. He attended elementary school in Liberty and still remembers that in February 1933, he was the “band leader” for his first grade class. He had a flour sack for a hat. In leading, he was to make the sign of a triangle for three beats and a square for four! They were performing for the local D.A.R. meeting, and when he walked in, he could hear his grandmother, Harriet Stuart, say “Isn’t he darling?” While in high school, Jim was a “yell leader”, along with one other gal. (Remember, it was a small town/school.)
Dad and Mom (also a twin) met at a dance at the Club Rendezvous on St. Rd. 44 in Connersville in the fall of 1947. Dad danced with her twin, Margie, first. Aunt Margie came back and said, “That Mickey Maxwell is a great dancer!” So, Mom flirted, sending a smile his way, and soon he came to ask her to dance. That was the beginning of a 77-year relationship!
Funeral services with Military Honors will be 11 a.m., Friday January 17, 2025, at Todd Funeral Centre in Rushville with Jim Coyle and George Huff, and the Rushville American Legion Honor Guard presiding. Burial will follow at Rushville's East Hill Cemetery. Friends are welcome at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials made be made to the Rushville Church of Christ, 627 W. 11th St., Rushville, Ind., 46173. Please light a candle and share your condolences with the family at www.ToddFuneralHome.com.