Jewell-Rittman Funeral Service & Crematory

02/20/2026

It’s Friday.
You made it through storms, stress, and setbacks and you’re still standing.

Finish strong. Walk proud. Rest knowing you earned it.

Don’t just survive the week. Own it. 💪

02/19/2026

Please join us in honoring Bonnie M Thelander.

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Bonnie M. Thelander, 89, of Columbus, IN, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Four Seasons Retirement Center. She was born in Bismarck, ND, on May 9, 1936, to Roy Walker and Mary Neva Walker.

02/18/2026

Please join us in honoring Gale Lee Loughmiller.

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Gale Lee Loughmiller, 90, of Columbus, passed away early Friday morning February 13, 2026, at Silver Oaks Assisted Living. He was born March 27, 1935, in New Albany, IN. He was the youngest child of O

02/17/2026

In times of difficulty, kindness speaks softly but powerfully. Today, we’re reminded how compassion can bring comfort and connection when it’s needed most.

02/14/2026

On Valentine’s Day, may you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and in the memories held close. Love remains, even as time moves forward.

02/12/2026

When loss occurs, people come together across cultures and generations because grief is not meant to be carried alone. Whether formal or informal, gathering creates space for recognition, comfort, and the human connection that helps loss feel real and survivable.

02/12/2026

We are honored to assist the Hashman Family and share the obituary link to inform family and friends.

https://jewellrittman.com/obits/kevin-brian-hashman/i

Kevin Brian Hashman, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in his hometown of Columbus, Indiana. Kevin was born of August 11, 1962 the son of Arnold Lee and Barbara Ann Greenlee Hashman. He mar

02/11/2026

Please join us in honoring John T Dejarnette.

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John T. DeJarnette Jr., 86, of Columbus, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026. John was born on September 13, 1939, in Hardinsburg, KY to John T. DeJarnette Sr. and Regina Askins DeJ

02/09/2026

Please join us in honoring Norman Dale Curry.

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Norman Dale Curry was born November 15, 1933 in Indianapolis, IN. He was the son of Helen Annetta Reasoner Curry and George Dewey Curry. He had two brothers and a sister who preceded him in death, Gen

02/06/2026

Please join us in honoring David L Cummins.

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David L Cummins, 87, of Columbus, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN. He was born on May 26, 1938 in Columbus, Indiana, the son of Don J Cummins and Ned

02/06/2026

Please join us in wishing Emma a very Happy Birthday! Emma is a licensed intern, continuing to work towards earning her Director/Embalmer license. Emma is a Columbus native, a graduate of Columbus North High School, and is wonderful asset as a team member at Jewell-Rittman. We hope you have a fantastic day, Emma!!

02/06/2026