Good Shepherd Catholic Church

Save the Date - October 05, 2024 - New Parishioner Meet and Greet Event

Obituary
Rosemary Olean (Finn) Neumann
Birth: April 25, 1929
Death: September 08, 2024

Rosemary Neumann Obituary
Rosemary (Finn) Neumann, age 95, of St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Evansville, IN passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Patrick Manor.

Rosemary was born April 25, 1929, in Indianapolis, IN, to Thomas Marvin and Fannie (Parnell) Finn. She was orphaned during the depression and was raised by Walter and Ethel Strickler of Danville, IN. She graduated from Danville High School, where she played in the marching band. Rosemary was a clergy wife in the Episcopal church for 25 years. She worked actively in the church during that time. Rosemary was a pre-school Sunday school teacher, directed many churches bazaar’s and was a wonderful friend to many church members. She raised her five children with much encouragement, support and love, and gave the same to her grandchildren. Rosemary was a Girl Scout Leader and took her cadet troop to Myrtle Beach, SC. Rosemary made friends easily, never meeting a stranger. She enjoyed crafts, working in her flower garden, and decorating her home for the holidays. She enjoyed playing basketball. Rosemary worked security for the University of Kentucky and at the Kentucky Derby, where she wore her security uniform proudly and blew her whistle at the traffic. She loved a good party and loved her wine and coffee.

Rosemary is survived by her first husband, Charles Herbert Sykes; children, George Sykes (Kandy), Lindy Deusner (Dennis); Susan Smith (Ed); Charles Robyn Sykes (Rhoda) and Brian Sykes (Brad); grandchildren, Jennifer Brandt, Christy Adkins, Elizabeth Webster, Elissa Deusner, John Sykes and Westley Smith; several great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Rosemary is preceded in death by her foster parents, Walter and Ethel Strickler; birth parents, Thomas and Fannie Finn; second husband, Edwin Neumann; infant daughter, Sally Jo; grandson, Cody James Smith; and siblings, Elsie Finn Norton, Marvin Haynes, Thomas Haynes and Elizabeth Crider.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 N. Stockwell Road, with Father Zach Etienne officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until service time, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to: Catholic Charities Diocese of Evansville at 2111 Stringtown Road, Evansville, IN 47711 or Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana at 5000 E. Virginia Street #2, Evansville, IN 47715.

Boone Funeral Home East Chapel – A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN, is handling the arrangements and is honored to serve the family of Rosemary Neumann. Condolences may be made to the family online at boonefuneralhome.net

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rosemary F. (Finn) Neumann, please visit our floral store.

Obituary
Cecelia Ann (Hartz) Crane
Birth: October 31, 1937
Death: September 07, 2024

Cecelia A. Crane, 86, of Evansville, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville with family at her side. She was born October 31, 1937 in Evansville, to the late Aloysius and Agnes (Forler) Hartz.

Cecelia graduated from Newburgh High School in 1955. She married Paul "Bill" Crane on August 17, 1957. She worked by her husband's side with his construction company Pyramid Homes. She later worked for Home Instead, where she helped take care of others so they could stay in their homes. She and Bill were charter members of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, where she dedicated many years to preparing and serving meals at the summer social, cleaning the church, and working bingo. The most important things in her life were her faith, family, and friends. She enjoyed her rose garden, taking walks, and IU basketball.

Cecelia is survived by her sons, Mark Crane (Ann) and Randall Crane (Tony); daughters, Karen "K." Quick (Russ) and Lori Zarling (Don Smilie); brother, Kenny Hartz; sisters, Marcella Yarbray, Millie Greene, and Patty Doogs; granddaughters, Mackenzie Gaw and Alexis Ferreira (Matt); great-grandchildren, Moxen Gaw, Lettie Ferreira and Mack Ferreira; many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Cecelia was preceded in death by her husband, Paul W. "Bill" Crane; brothers, Herbert Hartz, Bobbie Hartz, and Teddy Hartz; sisters, Roberta Gorman, Wilma Rachels and Arlene Hartz; and son-in-law, Bill Zarling.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville. Visitation will continue Monday, September 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 Stockwell Rd., Evansville. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Father Zach Etienne officiating.

Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 Stockwell Rd., Evansville, IN 47715.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at The Protestant Home, St. Vincent Hospital and Heart to Heart Hospice. A special thanks to her Negley Neighbors and special friend Debbie King.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Cecelia, please visit our floral store.

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September 01, 2024 06:30 PM Recorded Vietnamese Mass

https://www.youtube.com/live/6oBKwd-7cjo?feature=shared

Pictures and Livestream by Michael Mosbey

Obituary
Donald Leonard Pyle
Date of Birth: July 12, 1936
Date of Death: August 31, 2024

Donald L. Pyle, 88, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Linda E. White Hospice House.

Don was born in Evansville, Indiana on July 12, 1936, the eldest child of Roy and Bernice (Zogleman) Pyle. He attended Assumption Cathedral School and graduated from Mater Dei High School in 1954. Don was a lifelong journeyman licensed electrician and member of the IBEW, Local 16. He was the "king of the grill," especially known for his barbecued ribs. Don was an avid bowler. He was voted Coach of the Year in the AJBC for his dedication to junior bowling and was inducted into the Evansville Men's Bowling Hall of Fame. He loved the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Don was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Parish.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Judith "Judy" (Lauber) Pyle; his daughters, Jennifer Glaser (Michael) and Leanne White (Randy Robbins); grandchildren, Cory Glaser, Dayne White (Ashley), Tanner White (Jessica), and Hannah Henry (Evan) of Oviedo, FL; great-grandchildren, Parker, Carson, Elliott, Calvin, and Hudson; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Janice and James Hummel; and several nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Sherman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, September 6, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, 2500 Mesker Park Dr., Evansville, IN 47720.

There will be a celebration of life and a luncheon at the community room at the Villas at Theatre Commons, 4500 Theatre Dr., Evansville, IN 47715, following the service.

The family is deeply grateful for the loving and compassionate care that Don received at the Linda E. White Hospice House.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Linda W. White Hospice House, 611 Harriet St., Evansville, IN 47710.

Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Donald L., please visit our floral store.

https://www.browningfuneral.com/obituaries/Donald-L-Pyle?obId=32983576 #/obituaryInfo

Reminder

We are leading in the Diocese right now with 9 participants from Good Shepherd participating in Race for Vocations - Catholic Diocese of Evansville!

We called an you answered! We're up to 51 participants.

We're highlighting stories of Racers for Vocations. Our first is Dana Blanke. Dana says:

"My husband, Bill, will be at deacon studies this year during the half marathon, but Melanie Baker and I will finish the race. I enjoy running and exercising and to join that with praying for vocations is icing on the cake! Can't wait to finish half #7 for vocations!"

Event: Race for Vocations
Sign up: www.tinyurl.com/RaceforVocationsEVV

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Congratulations!

FYI: Current enrollment Pre-K to 8th Grade is 467

11 diocesan schools reach 100 percent pass rate on IREAD By John Rohlf The Message assistant editor Nearly a dozen schools in the Diocese of Evansville recorded perfect pass rates on the most recent IREAD assessments. Eleven Diocese of Evansville Schools scored a 100 percent

Funeral Mass Recording:
https://www.youtube.com/live/WXzgC1FL0c4?feature=shared
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Obituary
Matthew Michael Syroney
Born: November 21, 1999
Baptized: February 13, 2000
Died: August 20, 2024

Matthew Michael Syroney (24) peacefully passed away on August 20, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. He was born on November 21, 1999 in Cleveland, Ohio to Michael and Kari (Kolman) Syroney.

Matthew attended North High School. While at North, Matthew loved to participate in class, create beautiful pottery pieces for his family in ceramics class, and interact with his fellow classmates and the wonderful North staff. Matthew touched the lives of all his teachers, educators, caregivers, and fellow students. His experiences helped future children with special needs to succeed at North. Matthew graduated from North High School in 2017.

Matthew’s adventures took him across the country. From catching a baby shark, to climbing the trails of Gatlinburg, and to braving a blizzard one winter while visiting family in Cleveland. But you would also see Matthew everywhere in Evansville. He was a frequent mall shopper and loved going on walks in parks. But no matter where he went, Matthew was always smiling and making people feel loved. Matthew’s other hobbies included beating everyone who played with him at Yahtzee, listening to jokes, and to Lauren Daigle on his iPad.

Matthew’s contagious smile and infectious laugh brought joy to anyone who ever knew him. Rooms would light up with his presence. Everyday he was on this Earth was truly a gift from God, but his family now knows that he is at peace with Jesus and all the angels in heaven.

Matthew is survived by parents, Michael Syroney and Kari (Kolman) Syroney; brother, Sam Syroney; grandparents, Louis and Mary Jane Syroney; uncles, David (Veronica), John (Debbie), and Mark Syroney (Danielle); and aunts, Jane Trapp and Lynn Syroney; as well as 7 cousins and countless other loved ones and friendships.

Matthew was preceded in death by his grandmother, Beverly Beifuss; and his uncle, Russ Trapp.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, August 25th at Browning Funeral Home, 738 E Diamond Ave, Evansville. Visitation will continue from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 26th at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 N. Stockwell Rd., Evansville. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Father Zach Etienne celebrating.

Memorial contributions may be made to North High School, 15331 Highway 41 North 47725, designate Husky House.

Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Matthew, please visit our floral store.

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SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Obituary
Emma "Janie" Jane (Becher) Ramsey
Born: October 24, 1935
Died: August 18, 2024

Emma "Janie" Jane (Becher) Ramsey, 88, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024 at River Pointe Health Campus.

Janie was born in Louisville, Kentucky on October 24, 1935 to the late Sylvester "Jack" and Elfrida "Fritz" (Meyer) Becher. She was a faithful member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church.

Janie is survived by her husband of 66 years, Franklin "Lee" Ramsey of Evansville, IN; daughter, Amy Baize (Dion) of Evansville, IN; son, Michael "Mike" Lee Ramsey (Blaza) of Wesley Chapel, FL; brother, George Becher (Judy) of Huntingburg, IN; grandchildren, Emmalee Stevens (Nick), Kirsten Wilson, Daylan ElNaamani (Mohammed); and Brandon Ramsey; and by her great-grandchildren, Vida and Hayaat.

Janie was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Jane Ramsey; by her parents; sister, Rita Ann Gasser; and by her brother, David J. Becher.

Private services will be held at Browning Funeral Home. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to help in Children's Cancer Research, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Emma , please visit our floral store.

https://www.browningfuneral.com/obituaries/Emma-Janie-Ramsey?obId=32799453 #/obituaryInfo

Obituary
Marlene Gregory
Born: September 23, 1935
Died: August 17, 2024

Marlene A. Gregory, 88, of Evansville, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital. She was born September 23, 1935 in Omaha, Nebraska to the late Albert and Agnes (Kubat) Mayhan.

Marlene was a graduate of Bosse High School. After graduation, she worked for Jesse Stock Insurance Company for three years. She and her husband, Thomas, Jr. were married in 1955 and she remained busy raising five children. Marlene was a former active member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and current member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who treasured the time spent with her family. Marlene was very active with her Lakeside Manor Community where she had such loving friends.

Marlene is survived by her children, Kathleen (Burl) Bredenkamp, Karen Schuster (Dennis Elliott), Thomas (Jennifer) Gregory III, John (Geralyn) Gregory and Barbara Gibson; grandchildren, David Bredenkamp (Mathew Clemons), Matthew Bredenkamp, Krista (Christopher) Robinson, Angela Schuster, Daniel (Kristi) Schuster, Thomas (Katie) Gregory, Andrew (Kim) Gregory, Ryan (Christina) Gregory, Christopher (Kathy) Gregory and Nicholas (Bridget) Kamp; 21 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Marlene was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Thomas Gregory, Jr.; son-in-law, Rick Schuster; granddaughter, Natalie Kamp; and brothers, Albert and John Mayhan.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville with a Memorial service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 23, 2024 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 N. Stockwell Rd., Evansville. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Father Zach Etienne officiating.

Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2301 N. Stockwell Rd., Evansville, IN 47715.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Marlene, please visit our floral store.

https://www.ziemerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Marlene-A-Gregory?obId=32792527

BLUE MASS - 07:40 AM - SEPTEMBER 25TH

Please share with Local Police, Firefighters and First Responders

Looking forward to seeing design plans for Phase 1 & 2 to share with extended parish family.

More details can be viewed at: https://gsparish.org/february-05-2024-rollout-of-our-long-range-facilities-master-plan/

For more information, visit the following link: https://gsparish.org/long-range-strategic-planning-committee/ #.Y9qVM3bMJPY

Although we have not begun an official capital campaign for the first two phases, we want to remind all parishioners, Alumni of Good Shepherd Catholic School and friends of Good Shepherd Catholic Parish that they can already make electronic contributions by visiting:

https://www.wesharegiving.org/app/giving/WeShare-3094... and specifying "Investing In Our Future" for your donation.

Good Shepherd Catholic Parish | Hafer Good Shepherd Catholic Parish has seen a lot of growth in recent years – in their ministries, their congregation, and in school enrollment. Due to this, facility improvements and expansion are needed. A...

Following are the Religious Education forms for our 2024-2025 Academic Year. You can also download copies at:

https://gsparish.org/religious-education/

Good Shepherd Catholic School was blessed to host this year’s 2024-2025 Academic Year Back to School speaker presentation and Mass for all 26 Evansville Catholic Diocese Schools: Principals, Teachers, Priests and Bishop Joseph Siegel.

WFIE: https://www.14news.com/2024/08/01/evansville-diocese-hosting-back-to-school-mass/

TRISTATE HOMEPAGE: https://www.tristatehomepage.com/news/local-news/vanderburgh-county/evansville-news/500-evansville-catholic-diocese-teachers-gather-for-back-to-school-mass/

Mass Recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/s038A7gukSI?feature=shared

Diocese of Evansville Catholic Schools

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2024 Good Shepherd Summer Social winning Good Shepherd Catholic School student and family members redeemed “Vertical Excape - Evansville” climbing with Father Zach Etienne this afternoon.

Great time!