obituaries

Mar 24, 2026

Michael Allan Raab, 63, of Brazil, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.  He was born to Cletus Raab and Hester (Phegley) Raab on December 30, 1962 in Bloomington, Indiana.  Michael worked as a Printer Operator and served proudly in the Army Reserves.

In his spare time, Michael enjoyed caring for his gardens.  He...

Mar 24, 2026

Elizabeth "Libby" Anne Clements, 83, of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.  She was born on March 9, 1943 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Clifford and Pauline Sutch. She retired as a substitute teacher from the Vigo County School Corporation. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Carolyn McClain, her beloved...

Mar 22, 2026

Betty "Mimi" Jane (Dixon) Gilliam passed away in her home on Sunday, March 22, 2026.  She was born to Woodrow Clement Dixon and Marjorie Jane (Dobson) Dixon on November 1, 1942 in Rockwood, Tennessee.  Betty was married to Ellis Gilliam and enjoyed 50 years with him before his passing.  Later in life, she found her companion in...

Mar 22, 2026

Richard Eugene Fugate, 58, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on March 22, 2026, in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Richard was born on June 4, 1967, and spent most of his life in Brazil, Indiana. He was a caring and loyal man with a sharp sense of humor and a personality you didn't forget. He spoke his...

Mar 22, 2026

Mary Katherine (Simmons) Russell, 63, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.  She was born to Inez (Brooks) Simmons on September 30, 1962 in Ypsilanti, Michigan.  She married the love of her life, William Russell, on August 15, 1981.

Mary enjoyed arts and crafts and couponing.  She always enjoyed collecting pins and...

Mar 20, 2026

Born on July 20, 1977, and departing this life on March 20, 2026, Anthony "Coop" Cooper lived a life marked by resilience, warmth, and a heart that never stopped giving. He accepted Christ at a young age, a foundation that remained with him throughout his life. A proud graduate of North High School, he carried cherished friendships...

Mar 19, 2026

Philip "Phil" Eugene Stafford, 78, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was born on September 1, 1947 in Terre Haute to Kenneth Wesley Stafford and Betty (Wyrick) Stafford. In November of 1974, he married Lynda (Shaffer) Stafford.

Philip was an ordained minister often working as part of the shut-in ministry. He also was part...

Mar 18, 2026

Thomas D. Kirk, 78, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in his residence.  He was born in Robinson, Illinois to Howard and Erma (Creed) Kirk on August 22, 1947.  Thomas worked as a Millwright at Western Paper (International Paper) and served proudly in the United States Marine Corps in the Vietnam War.  He was...

Mar 16, 2026

Linda Maxine (Smith) Hollingsworth, 71, of Terre Haute, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:11PM, surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Terre Haute on October 1, 1954 to Charlie and Norma (O'Dell) Smith,

She was a retired school bus driver after 38 years with the Vigo County School Corporation.

Mar 16, 2026

Rita May Reed, 73, passed away on March 16, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1953 in Terre Haute to Arthur Cooper and Mary (Chapman) Cooper Fox. Rita was very crafty and enjoyed cooking, and she also loved her grandchildren very much.

She is survived by her children Stephen Fiddler Jr. (Angela), Messina Devine,...

Mar 15, 2026

Teresa Elaine McVey, 61, passed away on March 15, 2026. She was born on March 1, 1965 in Terre Haute to Norman and Carolyn Johnson. Teresa married William McVey on May 4, 1996.

Teresa's personal relationship with Jesus Christ was the most important aspect of her life. She openly shared with everyone she knew about the love...

Mar 15, 2026

Keegan Tyler Heck, 32, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1993, in Terre Haute to Christopher Carney and Heather Heck Shelton. Keegan was a free spirit and enjoyed the simple things in life. He had a true passion for music and loved playing Metallica on the guitar....

Mar 14, 2026

Lorraine Anne Cunningham, 47, passed away on March 14, 2026. She was born on August 10, 1978 in Terre Haute to Gregory Laughrey and Cathy Laughrey. Lorraine married John Cunningham on June 12, 2021.

Lorriane loved cooking, and she loved her pets. She also enjoyed gardening.

She is survived by mother Cathy Short,...

Mar 14, 2026

Phillip H. Harris, age 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Phil was born February 7, 1954 at St. Anthony Hospital in Terre Haute.  Phil was the son of William Gilbert Harris and Hilda Lorraine Melton.  He attended Rosedale High School in the Class of 1973.

Phil will...

Mar 11, 2026

Linda Lou Westfall Catterlin, 80, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on April 13, 1945, in Brazil, Indiana to Marvin Catterlin and Esther King Wagle. Linda loved to garden and plant beautiful flowers in the yard. She was a member of the Burnett Bible Church and enjoyed helping with Vacation...

Mar 11, 2026

Beth Ann (Leavitt) Miller, 71, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Signature Nursing Home in Terre Haute.  She was born to Robert Leavitt and Jeanne (McDermont) Bays in Linton, Indiana on June 30, 1954.  Beth graduated from WJHS in 1972.  She worked as a waitress and for Cook Medical in Spencer,...

Mar 8, 2026

Susan Jane (Strohm) Avenatti, 79, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026 in her home.  She was born on October 23, 1946 in Clinton, Indiana.  Susan worked for many years as a hairdresser.  In her free time, she loved going to church.  Susan could often be found reading her Bible or her devotional...

Mar 8, 2026

Joseph Ermin Greene blessed this earthly realm on December 24th, 1959. He was the 6th child of Richard Adam Greene and Jewell Luticia (Pettiford) Greene (both preceded in death), born in Brazil, Indiana's Clay County Hospital.

Ermin accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age while a member at Lost Creek Baptist...

Mar 7, 2026

Jackie Dee Roeschlein, 91, of Farmersburng, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026.  He was born to Lester Roeschlein and Nellie (Tucker) Roeschlein on March 16, 1934 in Clay County, Indiana.  Jack married the love of his life, Charlotte (Dunham) Roeschlein on December 26, 1957.

Jack served in the United States Army and was...

Mar 6, 2026

Reverend Larry Dale Peelman left this world and went on to be with Jesus on Friday evening at 6:00 pm at Regional Hospital ER. He was originally from Moores Hill, Indiana but has lived in many places through his life as a pastor, teacher, and school administrator.

Larry loved the Lord and loved preaching the...