obituaries

Dec 5, 2025

Lance D. Sears of Brazil, IN passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born on February 6, 1955, in Putnam County, Indiana, to Jack and Freada (McMahel) Sears.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, John and Dan. He is survived by his brother, David (Kelly) Sears.

Lance...

Dec 5, 2025

Charles "Chip" Martin Konarski, III, born in Manchester CT on September 26, 1967 passed away on December 5, 2025, at age 58 in Terre Haute, IN. Chip was the son of the late Charles M. Konarski, Jr. and Dorothy Irene (Daley) Konarski. He was a graduate of Rockville High School in Vernon, CT. Chip loved working on...

Dec 4, 2025

Shelly Robin Townsend, 51, of Cloverdale, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025.  She was born to Mark and Barbara (Viscardo) Townsend on July 13, 1974 in Apopka, Florida.

Shelly is survived by her siblings: Mark Townsend of Georgia, Joe Giaquinto of Knoxville, TN, Lisa Pense of Virginia, and Rebecca Monroe of Georgia.

Dec 4, 2025

Zachary Thomas Zink, 39, of Hymera, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025 in his home.  He was born to Thomas L. Zink and Kimberly (Curry) Zink on May 11, 1986 in Sullivan, Indiana.

Zachary loved Nascar, especially Carl Edwards.  He loved to listen to music; the Dave Matthews Band was his absolute favorite. ...

Dec 3, 2025

David Eugene "Green Apple" Apfel, 78, of Terre Haute gained his angel wings on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, with his loved ones at his side.  He was born November 3, 1947, in Rosedale, Indiana to Antony and Mildred Neely Apfel.

David loved to mow grass, fish, talk on the CB radio, spoil his dogs, and...

Dec 2, 2025

Helga J. Gregory, 81, of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at her home surrounded by her beloved family. She was born November 20, 1944, in Kolbermoor, Germany to Nikolaus and Anna Bauer.  Helga loved spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She also loved her cats.  Many people will...

Nov 30, 2025

It is with great mourning that we announce the passing of Charlotte Gorby. She passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025 in her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on October 25, 1960 in Owen Co., IN to Lee-roy Wall and Shirley Shepard. Charlotte fought so hard against her battle with cancer, but Jesus was...

Nov 29, 2025

Tracy L. (Stombaugh) Stanfield, age 58 of Poland passed away November 29, 2025. She was born on November 11, 1967 in Simi Valley, California to Robert Stombaugh and Sandra Rinaldi.

Tracy married Larry Stanfield on October 12, 2012 and he has preceded her in death. Tracy met Larry in 1989 at Gilley's, which is now...

Nov 29, 2025

Nathan Lee Summers, 64, of Brazil, IN passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 in his home. He was born to Enos Summers and Dorothy (Bryan) Summers on November 20, 1961 in Charleston Heights, SC. Nathan was raised in the Clayton/Bellvile area and went to high school at Cascade. He worked for Heritage Environmental in Indianapolis and...

Nov 29, 2025

Shawn Eugene Beasley, 55, passed away on November 29, 2025. He was born on October 5, 1970 in Seminole Co., FL to James Beasley and Sharon (Ross) Beasley. Shawn was a funny man, and he always had a good joke. He was a hero and was always there for others.

He is survived by his...

Nov 28, 2025

With profound love and heartfelt remembrance, the family of Renita Ann Scott, age 58, announces her peaceful passing. Born in Lawton, Oklahoma, Renita lived a life full of music, devotion, and deep family ties. On October 19, 1984, she married her soulmate, George Scott III, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, joy, and partnership.

Nov 27, 2025

Shirley Marlene (Coffman) Williams, 77, of Rockville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in her home.  She was born to Riley Raymond Coffman and Hazel Cleo (Freeman) Coffman on December 30. 1947 in Putnam County, Indiana.

Shirley absolutely loved being a cashier at gas stations and took pride in her work.  She also...

Nov 27, 2025

John S Laffoon Jr. (56) passed away on November 27th 2025. He was born on September 20th 1969 in Terre Haute IN. John is survived by his children Jalen Laffoon (Lindsay Frye) Avery Laffoon (Blake Speth) and Leah Laffoon his grandchildren, Bryson Butcher, Elijah Butcher, Keegan Laffoon, Brennan Laffoon, Colton Speth, and Cooper Speth, his mother Martha...

Nov 26, 2025

Hilda Evone Freeman (Hawkins), 61, of Terre Haute, Indiana went home to be with the Lord and her loving husband on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.  She was born to Johnny Daryl Hawkins and Jerlene Cherry (York) Hawkins on October 24, 1964 in Tompkinsville, Kentucky.

Hilda loved being outdoors and was extremely creative.  She loved gardening...

Nov 22, 2025

John Carl Lombardo, 69, originally from Danbury, Connecticut, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 22, 2025.  John's one true passion in this life was racing.  From slot cars to go-karts to stock cars to drag cars.  He bled racing fuel.  He created a legacy with Ultimate Power Race Engines...

Nov 20, 2025

Charles Owen "Dink" Willett, age 79, of Terre Haute, IN, transitioned on November 20, 2025, at Westminster Village in Terre Haute. He was born in Morganfield, KY, on July 19, 1946, to Ora and Sylvester Willett. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Sue ("Baby Cakes"); his brothers Benny, Nathan, Sylvester Jr., Robert,...

Nov 20, 2025

Larry Frederick Mundell Sr., 82, was born on June 10, 1943, and passed away on November 20, 2025. Larry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Larry loved the outdoors, gardening, mushroom hunting, and he loved music.

His survivors include his loving wife Lena M. Mundell, two daughters Lora Mundell and Charlotte Mundell (Gene), two...

Nov 19, 2025

Danielle Rae Strole, 47, passed away on November 19, 2025. She was born on December 31, 1977 in Terre Haute to Lester "Mike" Ramey and Karen Byrd. She married her high school sweetheart, Jason Strole. Danielle enjoyed music and watching older shows like Little House on the Prairie, The Andy Griffith Show, and Golden Girls. She was...

Nov 14, 2025

Lenora Mae Bartel Regier was born in March, 1929 in China and passed away in her sleep in November of 2025. She was the first of five children born to Loyal and Susan Bartel. Lenora was the only family member born in a hospital. Her mother was born in the family farmhouse in Mt. Lake, Minnesota and...

Nov 14, 2025

She was born in Indianapolis and attended Ben Davis and Plainfield High School. She spent the majority of her adult life as a homemaker but she loved working at the sorority house at DePauw with all the girls.

In 1976, she married Lloyd Michael Arnold and had 3 daughters, Kristy/Kiki (Chris), Jennifer (Jamie) and bonus...