obituaries


James W Bashaw

James W Bashaw

Sep 1, 2025

James W Bashaw,57, of Terre Haute, IN passed away September 1, 2025, after a long battle with depression,

James enjoyed hunting and spending time with his children and grandchildren and visiting with family. He attended Bee Ridge Church in Brazil, IN.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Frank H Bashaw and...

Melannie Mae (Miller) Cown

Melannie Mae (Miller) Cown

Aug 31, 2025

Melannie Mae (Miller) Cown, 62, of Linton, Indiana passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.  She was born to Harry and Betty Miller on August 6, 1963 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Melannie was a Daughter of the Legion and enjoyed playing bingo.  She also enjoyed knitting, sewing, and playing solitaire.

Melannie is survived by her son...

Michael B. Sontag

Michael B. Sontag

Aug 31, 2025

Michael B. Sontag, 64, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025 in his home after a 6 year battle with cancer. He was born in Terre Haute, IN on August 31, 1961 to Rudy L. Sontag and Betty J (Talbott) Sontag. Mike graduated from Terre Haute North Vigo in 1979. He began a 39...

Christopher Nathaniel Allen

Christopher Nathaniel Allen

Aug 30, 2025

Christopher Nathaniel Allen, 49, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025.

Chris was born in Terre Haute on February 4, 1976, to Chester Allen and Pamela Jones.

He was a beloved brother and uncle and is survived by brother Steven Allen (Jennifer); sisters Kimberly Andino, Joyce Allen, and Annette Allen; ...

Phyllis Ann (Mcgrew) Marlow

Phyllis Ann (Mcgrew) Marlow

Aug 29, 2025

Phyllis Ann Marlow (McGrew), 69, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed peacefully into Heaven on August 29, 2025, with her husband of 32 years, James Marlow, at her side.

She was born on July 13, 1956, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Ivan and Helen (Bagley) McGrew. Phyllis was a 1974 graduate of Terre Haute North Vigo...

Edward C. Harazin Jr.

Edward C. Harazin Jr.

Aug 29, 2025

Edward C. Harazin, Jr., age 95 of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Merritt Island, Florida. He was born on January 2, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois to Edward C. Harazin, Sr. and Rose (Kuba).  Ed was a carpenter and a farmer, who enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his many dogs...

Jerod "Jerry" Lynn Bramble

Jerod "Jerry" Lynn Bramble

Aug 27, 2025

Jerod "Jerry" Lynn Bramble,78, of Blackhawk, Indiana passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was born on September 1, 1946, in Sullivan, Indiana to the late Dallas and Norma (Heck) Hall. Jerry was adopted by Jack R. Bramble as an infant, and was immediately accepted into the Bramble family, as one of...

David L. Littlejohn

David L. Littlejohn

Aug 26, 2025

David L. Littlejohn, 77, of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was born on July 31, 1948, in Fargo, North Dakota to Glenn Amos Littlejohn and Virginia June Doerr Littlejohn.  He attended North Dakota State University. David came to Terre Haute in the early 1970's to work as a photographer for WTWO.  He...

Melvin Robert Bemis

Melvin Robert Bemis

Aug 25, 2025

Melvin Robert Bemis, 64, passed away on August 25, 2025. He was born on March 8, 1961 in Brazil to John and Ola Bemis. Melvin loved being outdoors, whether that was camping, mushroom hunting, or fishing with his son and grandson. He also enjoyed playing darts and dice.

He is survived by his children Grace...

Michael Dale Vieke

Michael Dale Vieke

Aug 25, 2025

Michael Dale "Bibby" Vieke, 66, of Sullivan, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. He was born May 31, 1959, in Vincennes, IN to Don Vieke and Dorothy (Sauer) Vieke.

He was a 1977 graduate of South Knox High School, and was a US Army veteran, proudly serving in the 82nd Airborne Division. Mike graduated...

Kimberley J. Jenkins

Kimberley J. Jenkins

Aug 25, 2025

Kimberley J. Jenkins, 59, of Clinton passed away on August 25, 2025.  She was born on August 18, 1966 in Terre Haute to James and Nancy Jenkins.

Kim loved animals.  She had a dog, two cats, and two horses that she loved very much.  Kim was also a bee keeper.

She was preceded...

Glenda Sue Rudisel

Glenda Sue Rudisel

Aug 24, 2025

Glenda Sue Rudisel, 62, of Terre Haute passed away at her home on Sunday, August 24, 2025. She was born on September 17, 1962, in Terre Haute to Glen Rudisel and Sidiana Stewart Rudisel. Glenda enjoyed gardening and going gambling.  She was a former member of King's Harvest Church.  Glenda loved being around her family and she...

Angela Marie Long

Angela Marie Long

Aug 23, 2025

Angela Marie Long, 57, of Brazil, Indiana passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, August 23, 2025 after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was born on July 6, 1968, in Terre Haute to Frank Reyher and Charlotte Jenkins Reyher.  Angela raised horses and show goats for 4-H.  She also had show dogs for many years. ...

Beverly J (Floyd) Stephenson

Beverly J (Floyd) Stephenson

Aug 23, 2025

Beverly J. (Floyd) Stephenson, 78, of Brazil passed away on Saturday August 23,2025. She was born on May 11, 1947, in Brazil, Indiana.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Charles Stephenson, Sr; their five children, Barbara Day, Rebecca Stephenson, Charles Stephenson, Jr, Debbie Hrpcha and David Stephenson; cherished grandchildren, Justin Stephenson,...

Sheila Marie (Oricks) Brewer

Sheila Marie (Oricks) Brewer

Aug 23, 2025

Sheila Brewer (Oricks), 64, of West Terre Haute lost her battle with cancer on August 23, 2025. Sheila was born January 12, 1961, in West Terre Haute to William and Shirley (Waller) Oricks.

She is survived by her children Peggy and Ryan Brewer; brother Jerry Oricks; stepbrothers Jason Oricks and William Oricks III (Rici); stepsisters...

Charles William (Bill) Adams

Charles William (Bill) Adams

Aug 21, 2025

Charles William "Bill" Adams from Westfield, Casey, Marshall, Martinsville, Illinois died in Casey, Illinois on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 9:34pm Illinois time.  Bill was born December 3, 1942 in Hutton Township, Illinois to Dorsey Oral and Betty Lou (Irby) Adams.

Bill is survived by his wife, Kay of 60 years; daughter Jackie (Quint) Evans;...

John David Harlan

John David Harlan

Aug 20, 2025

John David Harlan, 58, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on January 10, 1967 in Middletown, NY. John worked as a truck driver for 26 years. He was an avid NASCAR and Indianapolis Colts fan. He was also known for sitting on his porch while drinking coffee and talking to anyone he could.

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Robert "Jay" Walls

Robert "Jay" Walls

Aug 20, 2025

Robert "Jay" Walls, 64, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Union Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born August 8, 1961 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Robert Gene Walls and Alta Mae Walls.

Jay worked for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local 157 for many years. He was also a member of the...

Michael Lee Wilkins

Michael Lee Wilkins

Aug 18, 2025

Michael Lee Wilkins, 68, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. He was born in East Chicago, Indiana on December 30, 1956, to Alfred Wilkins, Sr. and Carol R. Racz Monyel. Michael proudly served his country in the United States Marines.  He was a member of the American Legion Hymera Post 298.  Michael and his wife Bonita...

Vilite Yvonne Petty

Vilite Yvonne Petty

Aug 18, 2025

Vilite Yvonne Petty, 71, formerly of Perry, Florida passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. She was born on February 17, 1954, in Perry, Florida to Coy Lee Williams and Corris Leona Driver Williams. Vilite was one of 13 children. She grew up and raised her family in Florida before moving to Sullivan County.  They were members...