All Obituaries

Robert Steven Heller, 55, of Roachdale passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.  He was born April 8, 1968 in Greencastle, Indiana.  Rob loved the simple things in life, fishing, playing guitar and a cold Budweiser.  He was hardheaded and stubborn, but had a heart of gold.  Rob was funny and loved to make people smile.  He was a great father.  His children and grandchildren were his greatest joy and biggest accomplishment.  Rob was also an ordained minister. He...

Linda Darlene Morris, age 81, passed away surrounded by loved ones in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Linda was born in 1941 in Brazil, Indiana to Gladys “Maxine” (Buck) and Lester Morris. She was the oldest of four children.  As a child, Linda loved to climb trees and could be often found in their branches. Linda joined the U.S. Women’s Army Corps in 1959. Linda was able to travel the country and globe, living in North Carolina; Massachusetts; Okinawa, Japan; Virginia,...

Elizabeth Ann Bishop, 67, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023.  She was born September 4, 1955 in Terre Haute to Russell McCammon and Betty Maxwell McCammon.  Liz was an avid reader and loved suspenseful, murder mystery books.  She was also a talented artist and crafter.  The family enjoyed her cooking and will miss her no bake cookies and yeast rolls during the holidays.  She was very witty and had a great sense of humor.  Liz was raised in a...

James “Bear” H. Smith, 65, of Carlisle, IN passed away on May 24, 2023. He was born in Palmdale, CA on December 4, 1957 to Dave and Eunice Smith (Kensinger). James was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Virgil Smith and David Smith; sister Eunice “Eunie” Smith-Romero. He is survived by Belinda Smith of Littlerock, CA; Children Carissa Armstrong of Paramount, CA, Amber Smith of Plainville, CT, Michael Smith (Fiancé Courtney) of Lake Los Angeles, CA,...

Tammi Dee Tackett 52, of Carlisle passed away on May 24, 2023.  She was born September 15, 1970 to Kermit "Butch" and Cathy (Clark) Tackett in Linton, IN.  Tammi loved reading and being outdoors, she enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and camping.  She was also a crafter and was passionate about decorating.  Her children were her greatest treasures.  She loved her family and spending time with them.  She was preceded in death by her by her parents;...

Jewell E. Stone, 68, of Montezuma passed away Tuesday May 16, 2023 in Union Hospital. He was born November 23, 1954 in Paducah, Kentucky to William G. Stone and Edna (Mallott) Lamb. Jewell is survived by daughters, Mary Shin (Seongmin) and Grace Stone; step-sons, William Mayberry and Josh Mayberry; brothers, Jackie Stone (Dawn), David Stone (Heather), and Steve Stone; nieces and nephews, Abby Stone, Melissa Stone, William C. Stone, Autumn Snodgrass, Shawna Dowell, Kimberly Butcher, Donald...

William “Bill” S. Hines, 62, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.  He was born August 3, 1960, in Terre Haute to George A. Hines and Mary Rose Robbins Hines.  Bill served his country in the United States Army.  He loved being outdoors.  Bill enjoyed golfing and watching football, especially Notre Dame, I.U., and the Colts.  Most of all he was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.  His children...

Richard “Skip” L. Wilson, was born December 29, 1942, passed away May 16, 2023. He was born to Paul and Virginia Wilson. Survivors include his wife Sherry of 43 years; two daughters, Connie (Chris) Culver; Tonya Culp; a son Skip Wilson Jr of Terre Haute and son Mike Patterson of Florida; one brother Butch Wilson (Delores), two sisters Shirley Trosper (Gary) and Lois Melvin (Gale). He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Kent, Ronald, and Johnny Wilson; one...

Leo Charles Gainor, 60, of Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023.  He was born October 1, 1962, in Terre Haute to George Gainor and Jessie Bemis Gainor. Leo proudly served his country in the United States Marines and was a member of the American Legion Post #346. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan.  Leo was a movie buff and loved sports, always remembering facts and statistics.  He was the Jeopardy Wiz.  Leo loved the simple things in life, like family, good...

Arthur “Bones” Wayne Vaughn, 75, of Terre Haute passed away at Signature Healthcare on May 11, 2023.  Arthur was born in Terre Haute, IN to Elwin and Luellen Vaughn.  He is survived by his brother Ronald Vaughn (Norma); sister Ellen Vaughn, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Arthur was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Elwin, James, William, Clifford, and John Vaughn; sisters Imogen Vaughn, Norma Jean (Vaughn) West, and Betty (Vaughn)...