MITCHELL – Phyllis “Jean” Waldbieser, 85, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026, at her residence.
Born July 8, 1940, in Linton, she was the daughter of Roy and Ruth (Harbaugh) Maybaugh. Jean married Dale Waldbieser on June 30, 1962 and he preceded her in death September 27, 2014.
Jean was a 1958 graduate of Clay City High School and attended beauty school. She was a beautician, farmer, and was co-founder of Sugar Creek Sporting Clays and Hunting Preserve, which she started with her family. Jean was a member of the Homemaker’s Club, and enjoyed gardening and canning. She was compassionate and cared for both her parents and her in-laws until they passed. Jean was of the Christian faith.
Surviving are her children, Kris (Jim) Sergio of Mitchell and Brian (Andrea) Waldbieser of Mitchell; grandchildren, Stephanie (Joe Bradley) Baker of Mitchell and Briley (Kirk) Denny of Orleans; great-granddaughter, Eleanor Denny; sister-in-law, Ann Maybaugh; and her dog, Parker, who was her joy for the last few years.
Her parents; husband; and brother, Ronald Maybaugh, preceded her in death.
Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 9, at Brown Cemetery in Center Point, Indiana, with Pastor Anthony Moore officiating.