obituaries
Alex R. Aztor
Aug 28, 2026
Alex Aztor, 53, of Terre Haute passed away Friday August 28, 2026 in Signature Healthcare. He was born July 25, 1973 in West Covina, California to George and Janice (Thomas) Aztor. He is survived by two brothers, Eric Aztor and Thoma Aztor both of Terre Haute; sister, Marla Walls and her husband Fred of Terre Haute; aunt, Mickey Sawkins of...
David Paul Hilberry
Aug 27, 2026
David Paul Hilberry, 79, of Greencastle, Indiana passed away August 27, 2026. He was born to Howard and Vera (Clark) Hilberry December 12, 1946 in Wooster, Ohio. David married the love of his life, Roberta (Keefer) Hilberry on July 21, 1973. He was a proud United States Navy Veteran that served in Vietnam.
David enjoyed racing sailboats and rooting for the...
Doris Jean Rice
Aug 26, 2026
Doris Jean (West) Rice, 84, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. She was born to Ed West and Lovie West on April 6, 1942 in Providence, Kentucky. Doris married the love of her life, James Rice, on August 1, 1963.
Doris enjoyed gardening and watching soap operas. She also loved to drive in her car. Doris’...
Lonnie Lee Dickerson
Aug 23, 2026
Lonnie Lee Dickerson, 69, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026. He was born to Thurlo Dickerson and Annie (George) Grayless on May 11, 1957 in Terre Haute.
Lonnie was a proud United States Army Veteran. He enjoyed gaming and collecting Native American memorabilia. He was always more than willing to help his friends – he did...
Larry Lee Roberts
Aug 20, 2026
Larry Lee Roberts, 65, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He was born to Larry E. Roberts and Betsy (Richey) Roberts on September 5, 1960 in Maryland.
Larry was a graduate of West Vigo High School and worked in dry walling for many years. He loved to tinker in the garage and was a great cook....
Sharon Jean Clem
Aug 19, 2026
Sharon Jean (Simons) Clem, 84 of Shelburn, Indiana, passed away peacefully in Jasonville, Indiana, August 19, 2026. She was born in rural Covington, Indiana at her grandmother Elizabeth Harris's home in September of 1941, the eldest daughter of George and Lois (Harris) Simons.
Following graduation from Danville High School she married her High School sweetheart and love of her life, Curtis...
Stephen Louis Ramey
Aug 19, 2026
Stephen Louis Ramey, 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on August 19, 2026.
He was born to Lester Ramey and Doris (Hoffman) Ramey on December 21, 1953.
Cremation has been entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home.
John Edward Stump
Aug 18, 2026
John Edward Stump, 54, of Covington, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
He is survived by his children, Rosemary and Zach and sister, Charlotte Helfich (William).
Cremation has been entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home.
Rufus Eugene McGee, Jr.
Aug 17, 2026
Rufus Eugene McGee, Jr., 68, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1958, in Terre Haute to Rufus McGee, Sr. and Marcella Montgomery McGee. His free spirit and sense of humor will be missed by all those that knew him.
Rufus is survived by his daughter Iris McGee, his grandchildren, brother Charles Richard McGee (Brenda)...
Edwin Clyde Russell, Jr.
Aug 15, 2026
Edwin Clyde Russell, Jr. was born on March 17, 1976 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Marcia Russell and the late Edwin Clyde Russell, Sr. He departed this life on August 15, 2026.
Edwin’s childhood days were spent in Terre Haute, where he attended public schools and graduated from North High School in 1994. As a young adult he stayed in Terre...
Vickie Fay Nees
Aug 15, 2026
Vickie Fay Nees, 67, of Terre Haute passed away August 15, 2026. She was born to John Rober Nees and Lois Arlene (Osborn) Hamer on October 10, 1958. Vickie loved to ride her motorcycle and loved her dogs.
Vickie is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Terry Duwayne Sawyer, Bobby Joe Nees.
Vickie is survived by sisters, Tina Nees, Anna Guthrie;...
Patricia Lee Stephens
Aug 14, 2026
Patricia (Patty) Miller-Stephens (Zettler), 74, of Terre Haute on Friday, August 14, 2026, at her residence with the care of Gentiva Hospice. Born on May 31, 1952 to Averil “Lee” Smith and Roy Zettler.
She was a 1970 graduate of Clinton High School; a 1973 graduate of St. Anthony’s Hospital where she received her nursing diploma.
She worked at St. Anthony’s Hospital...
Lou Anne Mize
Aug 13, 2026
Services are pending at Samaritan Funeral Home for Lou Anne Mize. Donations to help offset funeral expense would be greatly appreciated. A complete obituary will be posted once services are scheduled.
Brian L. Blakemore, Sr.
Aug 12, 2026
Brian Lee Blakemore Sr. (Bo) transitioned into eternal rest on August 12, 2026. He was the ninth child born to Pitt Blakemore Sr. and Estella Blakemore in Gary, Indiana on June 14, 1954. He was a 1973 graduate of Roosevelt High School in Gary Indiana. Brian attended Indiana State University and later served in the United States Navy.
Brian was a...
Jerry K. Long
Aug 12, 2026
Jerry K. Long, 78, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday August 12, 2026 in Springhill Village Healthcare Center. He was born April 21, 1948 in Terre Haute to Leroy and Ruby (Diel) Long. Jerry is survived by his son, Rob Long; brother, Jeff Long; caregiver, Shayna Switzer and grandchildren, Janaiya Switzer and Jayvenn Switzer. He was preceded in death by...
Diana Lynn Eddy
Aug 11, 2026
Diana Lynn (Fennell) Eddy, 73, of West Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. She was born to William Nuss and Dorothy (McCloud) Nuss on April 18, 1953. Diana was a Qualified Medical Aide (QMA) for 26 years at Westminster Village before she retired; she truly loved her work.
Diana was an active member of Four Square Church...
Sharon Kay Adams
Aug 10, 2026
Sharon Kay Williams Adams of Martinsville, Illinois passed away August 10, 2026 in the comfort of her home. Sharon is the daughter of Robert & Thelma Ramsey Williams born Februay 20, 1948 Mattoon, IL. Sharon married Charles Adams on Februay 19, 1965 in Marshall, IL. Sharon & Charles shared 60 years til his death on August 21, 2025. Sharon helped...
Paula Kay Koester
Aug 7, 2026
Paula Kay Koester, 71, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026. She was born to Paul Koester and Sadie Belle Henderson on May 6, 1955 in Kankakee, Illinois.
Paula had numerous hobbies, including sewing, reading, and being a sticker fanatic. She also loved to write letters and had many pen pals across the country. Paula also loved...
Jackie Ray Walker, Sr.
Aug 6, 2026
Jackie Ray Walker, Sr. (July 29, 1953 – August 6, 2026), born in Terre Haute to Beatrice Lucille and Kale Walker, passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he was preceded in death by his parents, several siblings, grandson Harley Hughey, and great-grandsons Drake and Nicholas Wilson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50...
Becky Crow
Aug 4, 2026
Becky Elizabeth Bergherm Crow, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, at the age of 77.
Born in Terre Haute, Indiana, on July 9, 1949, to Bill and Barbara Bergherm, Becky will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, strength, and unwavering love for those around her. She dedicated her life to her family and...