WHITE LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
William A. Renn
November 12, 1932 ~ April 24, 2021 (age 88)
Obituary
William A. Renn, age 88, passed away April 24, 2021 of natural causes. Bill Renn, the only son of the late and beloved parents, William Matthew Renn and Emma (Longere) Renn, was born November 12, 1932. He grew up in the Southside Fountain Square area of Indianapolis and graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1950. He served in the United States Navy Submarine Service in the Pacific during the Korean War aboard the U.S.S. Greenfish SS-351.
After the service, he held management positions in savings and loan mortgage banking and land title companies. Upon retiring, Bill enjoyed working in a gift shop, an apple orchard and as a role player for companies assisting in disaster training. He also liked most sports, music, movies, flowers, dancing and cookouts with chocolate, Mountain Dew and carrot cake being favored. A dog, but not his, named Mongo, a gentle regal giant dog, often visited. Mongo’s quiet presence was always welcomed and provided spiritual comfort.
Bill and his wife Juanita, who preceded him in death on 2006, enjoyed their years together in their home on White Lake, (Princes Lakes Nineveh area), entertaining family and friends. The last few years, Bill enjoyed being invited to boat rides and sharing “the gloaming” of the day, lakeside in the company of the most gracious of friends and their families. To the end, Bill was a fan and friend with an extraordinary, most beloved angel.
Bill is survived by his beloved step-daughter, Donalee who remained close during Bill’s final months, 3 step-granddaughters and 2 great-grandchildren.
There will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meredith-Clark Funeral Home in Morgantown. In lieu of flowers or donations, Bill hopes you find joy in your life and bring joy to others you hold dear.
Condolences may be sent to the family at meredith-clark.com.
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Shelby Thomas Watson
January 26, 2946 - April 19, 2021
Obituary
Shelby Thomas Watson, 75 of Nineveh, Indiana passed away at his residence, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 19, 2021.
He was born on January 26, 1946 in Leitchfield, Kentucky to Shelby Watson and Jeanette (Haycraft) Sanders. He married Norma (Wethington) Watson. She lovingly survives. He is also survived by son, James (Sally) Watson; daughter, Rebecca (John) Roberts; daughter, Rachael (Ernie) Smith; daughter, Dawna (Tony) Forward; son, Joe (Bobbie) Luttrell and son, Shawn (Stephanie) Luttrell; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and siblings, Dale Watson, Sharon Morgan and Sherrie Johnson. He was preceded in passing by his parents; and sisters, Beverly Shanks and Susie Spaw.
Shelby was a graduate of Franklin Community High School and attended Ivy Tech.
He was employed as a Tool and Die Maker at Arvin Automotive in Franklin, retiring after forty years of dedicated service in 2004.
Shelby enjoyed hunting, fishing and he loved to play guitar and sing.
Pastor Rick Leonard will conduct a celebration of Shelby’s life on Thursday, April 22 at 1:00 p.m. at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home, 2898 North Morton Street, (U.S. 31 North) in Franklin with visitation on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to time of service at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Flat Rock Baptist Cemetery.
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Summer is having a difficult time beginning. A mid-April snow was a total surprise especially since most flowers and trees were beginning to bloom. Just a reminder from Mother Nature that we each must do our part to reverse climate change.
A reminder that with summer lake recreation, all watercraft, kayaks, and paddle boards must have your lot number affixed and all flotation devices secured to your dock when not in use.
When the lake water warms, volunteers will begin spraying for weed control. Enjoy the spring fishing time and summer fun on the lake!
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