Knights of Pythias of New Castle, Indiana

It is our policy to list the obituary for ANY Pythian Brother or Sister in the Supreme Domain on this website. Just e-mail the information to dennyvoiceofandersonspeedway@msn.com
It will be posted for a period of 60 days in their memory. Words of condolence for Indiana deaths may be left on the website guestbook and they will be forwarded to the family if possible.
Policy change & Posted June 16th, 2008

Indiana Grand Temple - Word has been received that Past Grand Chief Edna McGinn has passed away.
Posted February 25, 2010

Brownsburg - Word has been received that Alice Grigsby, former member of the old Brownsburg Temple, passed away on February 22nd.
Posted February 25, 2010

Brownstown - It is with sadness that we report the death of Past Chancellor Eugene Scott on November 8th. He was a member of Brownstown Lodge #60. Our sympathies are extended to Brother Eugene's family and the Brethren of Brownstown #60.
Posted December 28th

Indianapolis- Hazel Goodman, age 89, member of the former Fern Leaf #124 passed away on January 23, 2010 in Indianapolis. Our deepest sympathy is extended to her family and friends.
Posted January 27, 2010

Morocco - Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Past Chancellor George Schanlaub who passed away on December 21st. He was a member of Morocco Lodge #492. Our sincere regrets go out to our Brethren of Morocco #492.
Posted December 28th

New Castle - It is with great sadness that we report the death of Brother Eugene Brown on December 24th. He was a member of Crescens Lodge #33. Calling will be on Tuesday, December 29th from 4-8 pm

Our sympathy is also extended to Brother Blake Shackelford at the loss of his Step Grand father, Bob Mogle, who died today from complications. Cards of condolence may be sent to Blake at 1811 S Memorial Dr, New Castle, IN 47362
Posted January 12, 2010

We also extend our sympathy to Brother Shorty Messer at the passing of his Sister. Cards of condolence may be sent to 609 S Walnut St, Cambridge City, IN 47327
posted January 16th, 2010

New Castle/Richmond - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly A. Cronk, wife of Brother Phillip B. Cronk, on Tuesday, February 23rd at the age of 84. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, three daughters Sheri (Mel) Barfield, Jan (Scott) Blunk and Terri (Dave) Elliott, a sister Phyllis Helms, 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Calling will be from 7 to 7 pm Friday, February 26th at the Riggle-Waltermann Mortuary in Richmond. Services will be at 11 am on Saturday, February 27th. Entombment will be in Earlham Mausoleum. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Brother Phillip Cronk & Family, 2401 S "L" St Room 500, Richmond, IN 47374.
posted February 25, 2010

New Haven -

Wanted to let you know Helen Harper, age 95 went to be with our Lord last night, Jan 7. Last Friday, Jan 1 Helen had a stroke and was taken to the hospital. Monday and Tuesday she could not speak but was able to communicate by sound and nodding of the head.

Helen was a faithful member attending meetings as long as she was able. She has been a Pythian Sister for over 78 years. Helen is Cara Shipley and Marlene Springer's cousin.

Cara's address is

556 Henry Street

New Haven, In 46774

Marlene Springer address is:

1035 Summit Street

New Haven, In 46774

Yours in PLEF

Ruth Daring
Posted January 8, 2010

Peru - It is with great sadness that we report the death of Past Chancellor Ernest Mallott, a member of Hercules Lodge #127 December 26th. Pythian Memorial Services will be conducted on Tuesday, December 29th at 7:00 pm at Flowers Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West 3rd Street in Peru. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, December 30th at 1 pm at the Parkview United Methodist Church in Peru on SR 19 South. Our deepest sympathy goes out to The Breedlove Family and to the Brethren of Hercules lodge at your loss.
Posted December 27th

Seymour - Word has been received of the passing of Brother Robert "Gene" McFarlin, a member of Hermion Lodge #44 in Seymour who died on November 25th. Gene was best known by many of us as an avid bowler in the K of P Tournaments. Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family and the brethren of Hermion Lodge #44.
Posted December 28th

Michigan -

PASSING OF A SISTER: Just received e-mail from LaVancha. Geraldine Hollingsworth, PGC Michigan, passed away Thursday, Feb 25^th. Visitation will be Monday from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. The funeral service will be Tuesday, Mar 2 at 11:00AM at the George White Funeral Home, 111 E. Chicago Rd, Quincy, MI. The family would like to have a Pythian Memorial. Arrangements are pending for this.
Posted February 28th

Supreme Temple -

Dear Sisters

It is hard to believe that we have lost another PSC -- Sally Schramm. Sally was a very special Supreme Secretary and was always very classy, kind and a beautiful person inside and out. It is with deep sorrow that I send this email out to you.

Sheila S.C.
Posted February 5, 2010

TEXAS - Our deepest sympathy is extended to Pythian Sister Supreme Secretary Linda Bridges at the passing of her Mother.
Posted January 16, 2010

VIRGINIA - It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Sister Ruby Brummond, 97, of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Sister Ruby was very active in the Nomads and was a life member of El Fatima Santha #17. She held an office in her Santha at the time of her passing. May she be an inspiration to us all. Our deepest sympathy goes out to her daughter Delores Hutton, the members of her Santha and to the Brothers and Sisters of Virginia at the loss of this dedicated Pythian.
Posted January 4, 2010