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HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE
Long named Frontier League Player of the Week
The Frontier League has named Evansville Otters player Ryan Long the Player of the Week.
Pointstreak, the official statistical provider of the Frontier League and the Independent Professional Baseball Federation, chooses the weekly award.
In earning the award, continues his push for an All-Star selection, going 8-16 at the plate last week.
“Ryan’s one of the best hitters in the league, and I’m glad to see he has gotten this recognition,†Otters manager Andy McCauley said.
“He’s been very patient at the plate and not missing many good pitches to hit.â€
Long finished the week driving in eight runs in five games, as well as hitting two home runs, three doubles and accumulating a 1.589 OPS for the week. With another strong week, Long sees himself leading the league with 33 RBIs on the season and fourth in OPS at .933.
“Ryan is a professional hitter that works hard to keep his swing consistent throughout the summer,†McCauley said.
Long earned the second league honor for Evansville this season as former starting pitcher Randy Wynne was awarded the league’s Pitcher of the Week honor on May 13 after Opening Weekend.
Long is from Crandall, Texas and joined the Otters in June of 2017. Last season, Long hit .292 with 59 runs, 55 RBIs, 48 walks and led the team with 12 home runs, earning a Frontier League All-Star selection.
President Trump’s Executive Order is a Big Win for Healthcare Transparency
Following being recognized by President Trump for his work on behalf of healthcare transparency for American patients at the signing of today’s executive order on transparency, Senator Mike Braun released the following statement and video.
“President Trump is taking decisive action to bring transparency to negotiated hospital rates, which will reduce surprise medical bills and lower the cost of the healthcare,â€Â said U.S. Senator Mike Braun.  “This executive order compliments solutions I’ve offered to ensure patients know what they’re paying for and hold the healthcare industry accountable, which is a win for all Americans.â€
Senator Braun also released the following video highlighting his first six months of fighting for healthcare transparency for Hoosiers and American patients:
2019 “Oldies Soldies Love Jam†Concert Old National Events Plaza September 21, 2019
Ladivee’s Entertainment and Rjai’s Productions present “Oldies Soldies Love Jam†Concert, an inspirational cancer awareness event, at The Old National Events Plaza in Evansville, Indiana, on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
For the past 7 years, Ladivee’s Entertainment and Rjai’s Productions has hosted fundraising events and concerts for local communities. This year, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Deaconess Cancer Services, to help support individuals affected by cancer.
Hosted by Evansville’s own “DJ Jon B’ of WUEV 91.5 FMâ€, “Oldies Soldies Love Jam†Concert will feature LIVE performances by legendary recording artists Howard Hewett, The Temprees, Meli’sa Morgan, Tom Browne and Chilly Bill Rankin of The Mad Lads. “Oldies Soldies Love Jam†is supported by Verdiana Brodie of LadiVee’s Entertainment, musical producer and actor Robert L. Jamison, DJ Cazel, Bobby Dee Presents and SoCal Event Video’s.
OBITUARY OF MARC ALLEN WELLS
OBITUARY OF MARC ALLEN WELLS
Marc Allen Wells, of Oronoco, MN and formerly of Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away on June 19, 2019 at the age of 39.
Marc was a devoted and beloved father, husband, son and friend. He enjoyed traveling, fly fishing, training dogs for hunt tests, hunting turkey, ducks, geese, pheasants, antelope and African game. Marc loved taking his wife and daughter to baseball games, singing karaoke, math, and construction.
Marc always had a smile on his face and an infectious laugh, and never spoke a bad word about anyone. He loved helping people and made friendships in every place he lived and worked across the United States. Marc was extremely hard working and honest, and he never waivered in his character or beliefs. He loved helping people whether it was tutoring a child in math or helping a friend put a new roof on a house. No job was too large for him to tackle.
Marc was born December 23, 1979 and grew up in Mt. Vernon. He graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1998 and from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Agricultural Economics. While living in Oklahoma, he started Fowl Weather Retrievers Guide Service where he and his wife guided duck, goose, and turkey hunts. They also raised and competed in hunt tests with their Labrador Retrievers. In 2014, he moved to Minnesota to work for United Steel Supply where he became a loyal friend to both colleagues and customers.
Marc is survived by his wife, Megan Pfeiffer-Wells; daughter, Avery Katherine Wells; parents, Elizabeth and Rick Wells; brother, Phillip Wells; sister-in-law, Jessica; and nieces and nephews, Amber, Cody, Hailey, Colton; and grandmother, Frieda Wells.
A celebration of Marc’s life will be held on Friday, June 28 at Art Bayer’s cabin at 10200 Old Highway 69 South in Mt. Vernon.
Visitation begins at 10:00 AM with a service at 12:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Marc and Megan’s daughter, Avery’s College Fund at Old National Bank, 402 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 or to the SEAL Legacy Foundation, 2525 Wallingwood Drive Building 1, Suite 214, Austin, TX 78746.
Obituary Of Helen Joyce Dekemper
Obituary Of Helen Joyce Dekemper
Helen Joyce Dekemper, 93, of Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away June 15, 2019 at her home. She was born November 22, 1925 in Posey County, IN to Mona (Buchanan) Elrod.
Helen was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Rudy Dekemper; parents; and daughter-in-law, Christine Russell Dekemper.
She is survived by her sons, Bob and Dennis Dekemper; grandchildren, Amber (Nathan) Teal and Jason Dekemper; and great-grandchildren, Cadence and J.T. Teal, Blake, Tyler, Christian and Christopher Dekemper.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 505 Mulberry St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Rev. Troy Dekemper officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt., Vernon, IN.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Church of Christ.
OBITUARY OF JOHN H. BOTT JR
OBITUARY OF JOHN H. BOTT JR
John H. Bott Jr., 72, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 14, 2019 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born December 10, 1946 to the late, John Sr. and Betty Jane (Gaslin) Bott.
John was born in Louisville, KY and had served in the United States Army Reserve. He was an EMT and Assistant Fire Chief for the Fire Department of Sturgis, KY. John volunteered for the Pleasure Ridge Park Fire Department in Louisville, KY. He was a member of the Owen Dunn Post #5 and the “Pair-A-Dice Cruisersâ€.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his late wife, Doris Kay Bott.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon (Lively) Jackson; brother, Greg (Kaye) Bott; his children, Kim Logsdon, Missy Richard, Timmy Bott, Amanda (Tim) Chapman, Angel Rager, Brian (Peggy) Webber, Jason (Angie) Webber, Michael Webber, Joe (Cheri) Jackson, Bobbi Jo (Mark) Bottomley, Joanne (Steve) Bogard and Lora Jackson; 23 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life for John will be held from 12:00 noon until 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 1200 Mockingbird Lane, Mt. Vernon, IN.
Private burial at Wolf Creek Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to https://www.gofundme.com/burial-expenses-for-john-bott
Obituary Wilburn E. Butts, Jr.
Obituary Wilburn E. Butts, Jr.
Wilburn E. Butts, Jr., 88, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 10, 2019 at his home. He was born September 4, 1930 in Morganfield, KY to the late Wilburn E., Sr. and Delia (Collins) Butts.
W.E. served in the Indiana National Guard for 7 years. He retired from ADM Milling Company after 45 years of service. W.E. enjoyed camping, fishing and gardening.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Ramberger.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lois (Morehead) Butts; daughters, Debbie (David) Schaefer, Doris (Roger) Nation, and Denise (Donnie) Garrett; brother, Robert (Donna) Butts; grandchildren, Larry McCarty, Jeremy (Christina) McCarty, Jason (Robin) Young, Brandi (Wayne) Muensterman, Tyler (Tosha) Greathouse, Stephanie (Bruce) Coy, Chris (Reyna) Schaefer; 19 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Fr. Jim Sauer officiating and entombment to follow in St. Joseph Mausoleum.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm on service time on Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Linda E. White Hospice House.
Obituary Of Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue
Obituary Of Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue
Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue, 41, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 10, 2019 at Vanderbilt University. She was born October 10, 1977 in Evansville, IN to Donald Conyers and Pam (Grabert) Mercer.
Stephanie graduated from Mt. Vernon High School, Class of 1996 and studied social work at Ivy Tech Community College. She was a member of Trinity United Church or Christ. Stephanie had worked at Walmart as a cashier.
She was preceded in death by her father.
She is survived by her daughters, Alix Conyers and Kar-Leigh Virtue; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 14, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Rev. Jamie Kent officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on service time on Friday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gilda’s Club Evansville, 5740 Vogel Rd., Evansville, IN 47715.
Obituary of Robert “Bob” Schmidt
Obituary of Robert “Bob” Schmidt
Robert “Bob” Schmidt, 86, of Newburgh, Ind., passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 peacefully surrounded by family. He was born September 4, 1932 in Newburgh to the late George and Clara (Brumley) Schmidt. Bob was the youngest and last living of 12 siblings.
Bob loved to garden and shared the fruits of his labor with family and friends. Although he had no children of his own, he was instrumental in the upbringing of 3 generations of nieces and nephews. He served in the United States Air Force, in Germany and Africa, during the Korean War; then went on to retire from Whirlpool after many years. He was known by many for his humor and kindness.
A Graveside Service will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery with full military rites.  Deacon Joe Seibert will officiate. Arrangements are in the care of Titzer Family Funeral Homes, Simpson Chapel, (812) 853-8314. Sympathy wishes to the family may be shared at www.titzerfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to your favorite animal rescue or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.