Michael D. Mathis

Michael D. Mathis

Sep 11, 2026

Michael D. Mathis 78, of Lebanon, IN passed away on September 11, 2026. 

Family will contribute to obituary in coming days. 

There are no services schedule at this time. 

New Era Cremations is blessed and honored to serve the Mathis Family in this difficult time.

Ralph C. Wiltgen

Ralph C. Wiltgen

Sep 4, 2026

Ralph C. Wiltgen, 74, of Sheridan, IN, was honorably discharged from his earthly service on September 4, 2026. Mr. Wiltgen served in the United States Navy for 28 years.

An obituary is being written by his family and will be posted in the coming days.

Today, we pause to honor the memory and legacy of Mr. Ralph C. Wiltgen. Mr. Wiltgen served...

Robert C. Armpriester

Robert C. Armpriester

Sep 1, 2026

There are no services planned at this time. 

NEW ERA Cremations is honored and blessed to serve the Armpriester Family. 

Dennis D. Yerk

Dennis D. Yerk

Aug 17, 2026

Dennis D. Yerk, 73 of Reynolds, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of August 17, 2026.

Dennis was born in Lafayette, Indiana, on September 17, 1952, to Ivan and Maxine (Gibson) Yerk. His parents brought him home to Reynolds, Indiana, and Dennis would call it home for the next 73 years.

Dennis had a mechanical mind, which he put...

Randell "Randy" Wade Lawson

Randell "Randy" Wade Lawson

Aug 4, 2026

Randell “Randy” Wade Lawson, born on March 1, 1966, in Winchester,  Ky. passed away on August 4, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a legacy of kindness, love, and quiet compassion. 

Randy’s journey took him from Idaho to Stanton, Kentucky, where he spent many meaningful years, before moving to Lafayette, Indiana. He later made his home in Rockville, Indiana,...

Steven A. Caldwell
Jeffrey W. Hawkins

Jeffrey W. Hawkins

Jun 8, 2026

Jeff was born July 13, 1959 in Terre Haute In.

He was the son of Dallas and Janice Hawkins

He passed away peacefully in his sleep June 8, 2026 at the age of 66.

He was preceded in death by his father Dallas Hawkins and his daughter Megan Beth Hawkins.

He is survived by his mother Janice Hawkins and son Stephen Hawkins. His sisters...

Gary L. Vannice
Martin M. Buffano Jr.

Martin M. Buffano Jr.

May 9, 2026

Full obituary to follow.

Donald B. Wright

Donald B. Wright

May 1, 2026

Donald B. Wright, known affectionately to many as Don, passed away on May 1, 2026, in Lebanon after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 1, 1962, in Crawfordsville, Don lived a life marked by authenticity, unwavering love for his family, and a passionate spirit that touched all who knew him.

A graduate of North Montgomery High School, Don was...