obituaries


Laura Lee Andrews

Laura Lee Andrews

Apr 5, 2025

Laura Lee Andrews, 46, of Bainbridge passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.  She was born June 20, 1978, in Danville, Indiana to David P. Settles and Joyce Samuels Settles.  Laura was a 1996 graduate of Monrovia High School.  She worked as a beautician for over 17 years. Later she did in home day care.  Most of...

Charles "Butch" Thomas Sutton

Charles "Butch" Thomas Sutton

Apr 5, 2025

Charles "Butch" Thomas Sutton passed away on April 5, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 2, 1953 at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove, Indiana to Henry F. Sutton and LaVerne (Tyler) Sutton.

Butch loved playing pool, fishing, being a Kansas City BBQ Judge and listening to old hymns on...

Ralph Lavern Johnson

Ralph Lavern Johnson

Apr 4, 2025

Ralph Lavern Johnson, 79, passed away on April 4, 2025. He was born on March 28, 1946 in Linton, IN. Ralph worked for Westinghouse and A B & B for many years, and he later worked as a cashier for Wal-Mart in Linton, IN.

He is survived by his wife Tina Johnson, stepsons Cory Desimoni...

Shawn Curtis Walker

Shawn Curtis Walker

Apr 4, 2025

Shawn Curtis Walker (Murray) age 52, passed away at home, in Coal City, IN on April 4, 2025.  Born on July 27, 1972 in Phoenix, AZ.  He was the firstborn child of Melinda Joyce Murray Kurtz and James Bellows.  He is survived by his younger brother, Gregg L. Walker; Aunts – Benita Renee (Murray) Smith, Denise Lewis,...

Barbara Joan Wailly

Barbara Joan Wailly

Apr 4, 2025

Barbara Joan Wailly, 92, passed away peacefully with family members by her side April 4, 2025. She was born August 28, 1932, in Terre Haute to Ray and Elizabeth Olivero.

Barbara earned her bachelor's degree from Indiana State University becoming a teacher in the Vigo County School Corporation. Later in life, she worked in various...

Donna Sue Reagan

Donna Sue Reagan

Apr 3, 2025

Donna Sue Reagan, 61, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on April 3, 2025. She was born to Junior Reagan and Mary Lou Reagan (Hines) on March 17, 1964 in Linton, Indiana.

Donna loved to read and could often be found going to bookstores or the library. She also enjoyed writing and history. Donna loved...

Carl Frederick Bedwell

Carl Frederick Bedwell

Apr 3, 2025

Carl Frederick Bedwell, 83, passed away on April 3, 2025. He was born on May 13, 1941, in Indianapolis to Russell and Gaynelle Bedwell. Carl married Susie (Dobbs) Bedwell on August 29, 1965. Carl enjoyed woodworking, listening to music, and going to Burger King with his coffee buddies. His biggest joy was spending time with his family....

Jerry D. Haase

Jerry D. Haase

Apr 2, 2025

Jerry D Haase, 64, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on April 2, 2025. He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, on January 6, 1961, to Tommy D Haase and Delores (Archer) Haase. Jerry was a retired carpenter who enjoyed many different hobbies over the years. He took a lot of pride in caring for his home...

Karley Faith Lewis

Karley Faith Lewis

Apr 2, 2025

Karley Faith Lewis, 22, passed away Wednesday April 2, 2025 in Union Hospital. She was born January 13, 2003 in Terre Haute. Karley is survived by her mother, Kristin Alkire; father, Randy Lewis (Kelley); brothers, Wesley Lewis and Austin Lewis; stepbrothers, JT Stewart and Markis Renshaw; maternal grandmother, Nancy Alkire and several aunts, uncles, special cousins, nieces...

Hilda Mae (Cardinal) Hutton

Hilda Mae (Cardinal) Hutton

Mar 31, 2025

Hilda Mae Hutton (Cardinal), 85, passed away March 31, 2025 with her loving family at her bedside.  She was the daughter of late Louis and Cecelia (Witteried) Cardinal.  Hilda was born on October 3, 1939.  She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Andrea Blackburn; son Roderick "Guppy" Hutton; twin great-grandsons Paul and Bradley Fleck; granddaughter...

Jerry D. Ash

Jerry D. Ash

Mar 30, 2025

Jerry D. Ash, 80, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud Veteran of the United States Navy, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025. Born to Raymond and Beatrice Ash, Jerry exemplified a life of service and dedication. He honorable served his country in the United States Navy from November 30, 1962, to November 15, 1966,...

Bryon Lee Pennington

Bryon Lee Pennington

Mar 30, 2025

Bryon Pennington, 46, of Brazil passed away Sunday March 30, 2025 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born April 1, 1978 in Terre Haute to Gary Lee and Peggy Jo (Smith) Pennington, He is survived by children, Logan Searing and Kylee Pennington; sister, Angela Pennington; aunt, Beverly Pennington; nephew, Skyler Aguilar; cousin, Matt Willis;...

Danella Hatfield

Danella Hatfield

Mar 29, 2025

Mrs. Danella Hatfield, 90, was born in Athens, Alabama on November 27, 1934, to Danny and Willie Malone. She transitioned on Saturday March 29, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Danella found Christ at an early age. She was baptized and united with Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Terre Haute, IN. Danella was a Mother...

Ray L. Mckenzie

Ray L. Mckenzie

Mar 29, 2025

Ray L. McKenzie, 87, passed away on March 29, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1937 in Enfield, IL to William and Gertrude McKenzie. Ray married Marilyn Kretheotis in 1995. In his free time, he enjoyed working on stained glass.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, children Dawn Zaragoza (Mark) and...

Diane Lynn (Swarens) Rogers

Diane Lynn (Swarens) Rogers

Mar 26, 2025

Diane Lynn Rogers, age 58, of Lawrence County passed away peacefully on 3-26-2025 at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Diane was born on 5-30-66. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Wanda Higgins.

Diane found enjoyment in fishing, puzzles, music, and being with family. She loved to be on her porch watching...

Terry M. (Gersch) Huff

Terry M. (Gersch) Huff

Mar 26, 2025

Terry M. Huff, 71, of West Terre Haute passed away Wednesday March 26, 2025 in Gibson Family Hospice Center. She was born January 8, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to Hugo and Marion (Contin) Gersch. She is survived by her husband, Frankie Huff; daughter, Leah Huff; brothers, Paul Gersch and Jimmy Gersch; grandchildren, Bentley Huff and Clayton Huff...

Jimmy "Barney" Ernest Barnett

Jimmy "Barney" Ernest Barnett

Mar 25, 2025

Jimmy "Barney" Ernest Barnett, 72, passed away on March 25, 2025 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute after battling cancer and pneumonia; he remained a lifelong resident of New Goshen, the community he loved. Jimmy was born on September 23, 1952 in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Jimmy was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to providing for...

Donna J. (Cronkhite) Beasley

Donna J. (Cronkhite) Beasley

Mar 25, 2025

Donna J. Beasley, 78, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday March 25, 2025 in Gibson Family Hospice Center. She was a retired LPN. Donna was born March 26, 1946 in Danville, Illinois to Russell and Ruth (Scott) Cronkhite. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, John Beasley; daughters, Jennifer Miller (Ed) and Michelle Black (Bill);...

Lori Leverenz

Lori Leverenz

Mar 24, 2025

Lori Leverenz, age 58 passed away on March 24th 2025. She was born on January 22, 1967 in Danville, Illinois to Gary Leverenz and Sheri Joy.

Lori was a devoted Mother, Nana and lifelong friend to many. A passionate learner and a passionate educator in her years of Special Education from Headstart to Gibault. She helped countless...

Nancy L. (Hein) Dieter

Nancy L. (Hein) Dieter

Mar 24, 2025

Nancy Dieter passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, in her home, surrounded by her daughters. She was born on June 20, 1946, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Mary and George Hein.

A lifelong learner and passionate educator, Nancy attended Indiana State University, earning both her bachelor's and master's degrees. She dedicated over forty years...