obituaries

Feb 24, 2025

Codi Davis, 36, of Terre Haute, IN, was called to be with her Lord on February 24, 2025. A lifelong caretaker, Codi took care of everyone around her. Her passion was taking care of children. She enjoyed the spark of understanding and realization as a child learned a new skill or concept. For some time, Codi even...

Feb 24, 2025

Stephanie N. Ely, 31, of Effingham, Illinois passed away Monday February 24, 2025 in Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. She was born September 23, 1993 in Olney, Illinois to Jon Ely and Julie (Bowman) Ely. She is survived by daughter, Dalilah Ann Marie Ely at home in Effingham, IL; mother, Julie (Tom) Tarrant of Effingham, IL;...

Feb 22, 2025

Carmen Risley, 85, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Terre Haute, Indiana. Born on March 10, 1939, in Phoenix, Arizona Carmen was known for her vibrant, loving, and energetic personality. She was a beacon of joy to all who knew her, characterized by her loud and outspoken nature. Carmen had a profound love for her dogs,...

Feb 21, 2025

Melvin R. Pierce, 73, passed away on February 21, 2025. He was born on February 20, 1952 in Clay Co., IN to Melvin F. Pierce and Janet R. (Reeves) Pierce. Melvin graduated from Van Buren High School (Brazil, IN) in 1970 and later served in the United States Army. He was a big NASCAR and racing fan...

Feb 20, 2025

Lucas Scott Barnes, aged 41, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2025. He was a loving father, husband and son. He is survived by his son Lucas Scott Barnes Jr, his wife April Barnes, his parents Jeff and Judi Barnes, sister Katie Elson (Barnes) and his brother from another mother Donald Oakes ll. He is loved and...

Feb 19, 2025

Dustin Todd Mills, 37, passed away February 19, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1987, in Terre Haute to Rusty Mills and Jeanne (Johnston) Ellis. Dustin was a true outdoorsman and loved to watch, and occasionally race, in diesel truck, car, and four-wheeler races. He also loved his dogs and most of the time had one...

Feb 18, 2025

William Franklin Oricks, Jr., 87, of Terre Haute, formerly of West Terre Haute and Farmersburg, went to be with the Lord during the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 18, 2025.  William was born in Terre Haute on May 26, 1937.  He was the son of William Oricks, Sr. and Rose Ann Foley.  He was a retired...

Feb 18, 2025

David Russell Skelly, 56, of Terre Haute passed away on February 18, 2025.  He was born May 5, 1968, in Terre Haute to David Skelly and Ivarose Gray Skelly.  David was a Union Auto Worker.  He was a fun-loving guy and enjoyed a good prank.  David was an avid sci-fi fan and loved Star Trek.  He enjoyed...

Feb 17, 2025

Bonnie R. Washington, 67, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord on Monday, February17, 2025.  She was born on June 7, 1957, in Terre Haute to Clarence Washington and Mamie Matchem Washington.  Bonnie worked as a CNA for many years.  She loved taking care of people and was very hard-working. After retiring she kept working...

Feb 17, 2025

Marlyn Glen (Gee) Chappelle, 88, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully in her sleep. Maryln was born on September 25, 1936, to James and Mildred Gee. She graduated from Otter Creek High School in Terre Haute where she lived until her marriage to Don Chappelle. They moved to San Diego, CA and had three children together.

Feb 16, 2025

Robert "Chris" Halter, 65, of Terre Haute and formerly of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away Sunday February 16, 2025 in his residence. He was born October 5, 1959 in Vincennes to Robert H Halter and Karen (Kimmel) Halter Murray. Chris is survived by his father, Robert Halter, sisters Amanda Kosto (David) and Jayne Ginopolis; brother, Timothy Halter; and...

Feb 14, 2025

Robert Lee Pierce of Shelburn Indiana passed away Friday February 14,2025 at 11:23am, Robert passed away at IU Methodist hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born at Mary Sherman Hospital in Sullivan, Indiana on December 8, 1978 to Eathel May (Fisher) Pierce and Dana Lee Pierce.

Robert had a very big...

Feb 13, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Lee Rusin, 68, passed away on February 13, 2025. He was born on June 9, 1956 in Terre Haute to Steve and Mettie (Gibson) Rusin. Thomas enjoyed reading the Bible and learning new languages by reading other translations of the Bible side-by-side.

He is survived by his wife Cathy Rusin, sons Randy and...

Feb 12, 2025

Gerald Gene "Gary" Deal, 67, of Terre Haute, passed away Wednesday February 12, 2025 in his residence. He was a retired sheet metal worker with Sheet Metal Workers Local #20. Gary was born April 17, 1957 in Terre Haute to Paul Robert and Phyllis Jean (Nichols) Deal. He is survived by his son Erik Deal (Cathy Coleman);...

Feb 11, 2025

Keith Mobley, 58, passed away on February 11, 2025, with family by his side. He was born on September 16, 1966, in Hazel Crest, IL to Joe Mobley and Patty Lou (Powell) Downey. He was a lifelong resident of Steger, IL where he always enjoyed playing pool and a cold one, he was known for working on...

Feb 11, 2025

Lei'lani Skye Williams arrived on this earth September 13, 2019, and she went to spread her beautiful wings on February 11, 2025. Lay-lay was full of life and touched every person's heart she met. Her smile lit up the room. Your laughter and cries were heard throughout the house. The sound of your little feet sprinting around...

Feb 11, 2025

Scott "Tyler" Dean, age 33, a beacon of light and strength passed  away peacefully on Tuesday February 11, 2025 , at Aperion Care Summerfield Cloverdale In, after a courageous battle with Huntington's Disease.

Known for his infectious smile, big hugs, kind heart and unconditional love towards others, he touched the lives of countless friends and...

Feb 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Max Edward Shepard, who passed away peacefully at his residence in Spencer, Indiana, on February 9, 2025, at the age of 60. Born in Clay County, Indiana, Max was the son of Alberta Rosemary Shepard and Robert Eugene Shepard Sr. He is survived by...

Feb 9, 2025

Carol Jean Mayfield, 58, passed away February 9, 2025. She was born on May 5, 1966, in Rensselaer, IN to Alec and Maxine (McFall) Pearman. Carol married Chris Mayfield on February 15, 1997. She was very creative and enjoyed drawing and crafting. She also loved to read books, especially the Bible, and she liked going shopping in...

Feb 8, 2025

Virjean Alice Habley Willock, aged 90, went to her eternal home peacefully on February 8, 2025, at the Gibson Center, Union Hospital. She was born on April 14, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to Florian Habley and Gertrude Camfferman Habley. She was a graduate of Morton High School in Chicago. She then went on to nurses training at...