(Dover, IN) – Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home in Dover has been recognized by the State of Indiana for its 100-plus years of service.
The funeral home received the Governor’s Century Award from the State of Indiana during ceremonies last week at the Indiana State Fair.
Andres-Wuestefeld opened 174 years, and dates back to before the Civil War.
Nicole Wuestefeld-Becknell – a fifth generation funeral director – Barbara Wuestefeld, and Patrick Becknell were presented the award by Gov. Eric Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg (pictured).
A total of 48 businesses around the state received Century or Half Century awards.
Original story published August 16, 2024 —
(Indianapolis, IN) – Four Southeastern Indiana businesses have received the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards.
Gov. Eric Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberger presented the awards Thursday at the Indiana State Fair to 48 businesses around the state in recognition of each company’s longevity and its impact on the Indiana’s economy, communities and people.
Local honorees are:
Century Award
- Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home, 174 years, Dearborn County
- Lischkge Motors, Inc., 100 years, Dearborn County
- Bath State Bank, 100 years, Franklin County
Half Century Award
- Southeastern Indiana Regional Planning Commission, 50 years, Ripley County
“Indiana continues to prove why we have one of the best economic climates for entrepreneurship and small business creation,” said Gov. Holcomb. “That strong economic foundation was set by these businesses that have chosen to call the Hoosier state home for the last 50 to 100 years. The lifeblood of our growing economy is our Hoosier entrepreneurs and business owners who had the courage to turn a vision into reality, and I’m honored to recognize each and every one of these leaders today for their exemplary commitment to our state and their communities.”
The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for a minimum of 100 or 50 consecutive years, respectively, and have demonstrated a commitment to community service. More than 1,250 Indiana companies have been recognized during the award’s 33-year history.
Click here to find more information on the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards.
