Andra Jane Schoettmer, 73, of Connersville passed away peacefully Thursday morning, March 5, 2026 at Reid Health of Richmond.
A life-long resident of Connersville, Andra was born October 20, 1952, one of five children of Edward John and Grethel Isaacs Schoettmer. A graduate of Connersville High School, Andra earned an associate’s degree from Ivy Tech in accounting with honors of making the Dean’s list.
She was employed at D&M, Ford/Visteon, Parkview Restaurant, Downtown Bakery and for over six years at English Flower Shop.
Andra was a member of St. Gabriel Church. In her leisure, she enjoyed visiting riverbanks and taking long walks, going on long scenic drives, she enjoyed everything about honeybees and being with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include three children, Melissa Narvell, of Connersville, Nathan Schoettmer, of Rushville and Alicia (Mr. Jay) Pursifull, of Connersville; ten grandchildren, Christopher Narvell, of Connersville, Chelsea Marcum, of Austin, Indiana, Sean Riechert, Jaylia Marcum, Lily Marcum, Josh “Bubbalou” Marcum, all of Connersville, Joseph Schoettmer and Gina Schoettmer, both of Richmond; Austin (Summaiya) Schoettmer and Blake Schoettmer, both of Rushville; ten great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Riley, Masie, Layla, Tommy, Elijah, Liam, Marty, Dom and Dax; four siblings, Barbara Roberts, John (Carol) Schoettmer, Bob (Sherry) Schoettmer and Lora Seckman, all of Connersville. Also, her ex-husband and long-time friend, Bill Pursifull of Connersville.
Andra is preceded in death by her parents.
As per her request, A Celebration of her Life will be held at a later date. Miller, Moster, Robbins has been entrusted with her arrangements.
Online condolences may be made any time at millermosterrobbins.com.
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