There's a renewed push in Bartholomew County for gun safety after an 18-year-old in Hope told police he accidentally shot his friend thinking he was using an airsoft gun.
Roger Lee “Bear” Thayer HOPE, INDIANA Mr. Roger Lee “Bear” Thayer, 69 of Hope, Indiana passed away December 30, 2020 at Hope-Miller Merry Manor. He was Born in Salt Lake City, Utah the son of the late Elmer and Jane Thayer. Bear was a hard worker, as he did roofing for a living for many years. He enjoyed his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his children: Joey Howard wife Treva, Jeremy Howard wife Crystal, Beth McDole husband Shannon, and Becky Fleener husband David. 12 grandchildren and 1 brother Billy Thayer. He is preceded in death by his parents, 5 brothers Woody, Pat, Roger, Tom and Mike Thayer and 1 sister Yvonne Thayer.