Jean Scheurich has passed

Jean E. Scheurich, 82, of Monticello, passed away at 4:10 am, Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello. She was born on March 25, 1932 in Roselawn to the late Harley and Ethel (Bailey) Harsha. On March 12, 1956, in Indianapolis she married Jack Scheurich, and he preceded her in death. She worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for White County Memorial Hospital until her retirement. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, crocheting, square dancing, and bowling. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family and grandchildren. Surviving are her children, Leona (George) Tuokko of Brownsville, Texas, and Michael (Martha) Scheurich of Monticello; her longtime companion, Russell Swygman of Wolcott; four grandchildren, Tim and Matthew Tuokko, and Casey and Cody Scheurich; and four great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three sisters; four brothers; and a son, Donald Scheurich. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the time of services at 2:00 pm Friday, July 18, 2014 at Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello with Rev. Jeff Metzinger of Pike Creek Church of the Brethren officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview I.O.O.F. Cemetery, rural Monticello. Memorial contributions may be given to the White County Food Pantry. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be extended at www.springerfuneralhome.com