obituaries


Mark Allen Pickens

Mark Allen Pickens

Jul 11, 2024

Mark Allen Pickens, 68, of Terre Haute passed away at Union Hospital on Thursday, July 11, 2014, with his brother, Jeff by his side.  Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Charles C. Pickens and Lillian G. Pickens.  Survivors include his brothers, Jeff Pickens (Pam) and their children Jed Olivia and Lily, and Chuck Pickens (Rhonda)...

Charles Hawkins, Sr.

Charles Hawkins, Sr.

Jul 9, 2024

Charles Hawkins, Sr., the son of the late Carl and Annie Hawkins was born October 25, 1952, in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.  He departed from this life on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Harrison Crossing Health Care.

Charles grew up and was raised in the Church of God and Christ in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.  He served...

Kendra Sue Hill Burrage

Kendra Sue Hill Burrage

Jul 8, 2024

Kendra Sue Hill Burrage, 37. Of Terre Haute passed away Monday July 8, 2024 in her residence. She was born January 10, 1987 in Terre Haute to Christopher Wayne Higginbotham and Melissa Anne Hill. Kendra is survived by her mother and father; daughters, Miranda Critchlow and Khloe LeClercq; sons, Christopher Critchlow, Tyler Critchlow, and Logan Critchlow; sister,...

Hans C. Turner

Hans C. Turner

Jul 6, 2024

Hans C. Turner, 69, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday July 6, 2024 in Hutsonwood at Brazil. He was a retired Electrical Aircraft Engineer. Hans was born April 20, 1955 in Vincennes, Indiana to Clyde and Mary (Dickens) Turner. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lesa (Switzer) Turner; son, Matthew Turner; sister, Tammy...

Ronald Douglas Frey

Ronald Douglas Frey

Jul 5, 2024

Ronald Douglas Frey, 73, of Terre Haute passed away Friday July 5, 2024 in Southwood Health Care. He was born April 28, 1951 in Terre Haute to Carroll and Violet Frey. He is survived by his fiancé, Tina Rosa; daughter, Shannon Frey; step-daughter, Brandy Rosa; son, Doug Frey; step-son, Eddie Rosa and eight grandchildren. Ronald was a...

Susan Jane Brown

Susan Jane Brown

Jul 5, 2024

Susan Jane Brown, 69, of Carlisle, IN passed away peacefully at Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis, IN on July 5, 2024.  Susan's daughter, Jessica Bailey, was able to be with her on the day of her passing.  Jessica would like to express her gratitude to the compassionate care team at Eskenazi Hospital that went above and beyond for...

Susan Kelly

Susan Kelly

Jun 30, 2024

Susan Kelly, 59 passed away on June 30, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born in Paris, Illinois to Wayne and Guynith Kelly on November 15, 1964. She was a graduate of Terre Haute North Vigo High School and Ivy Tech Community College.

Susan loved music, fashion, cooking, and her cat Juliet....

Robert John Lawrence

Robert John Lawrence

Jun 29, 2024

Robert John Lawrence, 76, of Terre Haute fell asleep in death on June 29, 2024, after a long fight with Kidney Disease.

Robert was born on May 21, 1948 to John and Lorraine Lawrence. After he graduated from High School he took up art classes. He was able to renew his art interest...

Judith Joann Barrows

Judith Joann Barrows

Jun 28, 2024

Judith "Judy" Joann (Weir) Barrows, 82, passed away peacefully on June 28th, 2024.

Judy graduated from Concannon High School in 1960. She then attended Indiana State University where she would receive her master's in education. Judy worked as a teacher for 40 years. She won the Golden Apple Award in 1989. She spent thirty years...

Della A. Fagg

Della A. Fagg

Jun 25, 2024

Della Ann Fagg, 80, of West Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at her home surrounded by family.  She was born September 14, 1943, in Terre Haute to Clarence Melvin and Leola Wright Melvin.  Della was a proud graduate of Gershmeyer High School class of 1962.  She retired from the United States Postal Service. ...

James J. Staley, Ii

James J. Staley, Ii

Jun 23, 2024

James Jay "Wolfee" Staley, II, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, with his family at his side, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.  He was born in Terre Haute on December 26, 1969, to James and Suzanne Staley.

Jim was a 34-year member of the International Union of Laborer's Local...

Duquata Rose Rankin

Duquata Rose Rankin

Jun 23, 2024

Duquata Rose Rankin, 69, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024.  She was born July 4, 1954, in Brazil, Indiana to Edward and Elizabeth Lints.

Duquata enjoyed sewing, crafts, crocheting, and gardening.  She also set up booths at local festivals throughout the year.  Her favorite things to make were sock monkeys and...

Barbara Jane (Lee) Shafer

Barbara Jane (Lee) Shafer

Jun 21, 2024

Barbara J. Shafer, 74, of West Terre Haute passed away Friday June 21, 2024 in Union Hospital. She was born January 19, 1950 in Indianapolis to Francis J. and Batty Jane (Kemmerer) Lee. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Larry Shafer; son, Kenneth Shafer; sister, Cindy Cherry; brothers, John Lee and Steve Lee; grandchildren, Kayla Shafer...

Annette Elaine Zukunft

Annette Elaine Zukunft

Jun 20, 2024

Annette Zukunft, 75, went to be with the Lord on June 20, 2024 at 1:20 p.m. while surrounded by her family. She was born May 29, 1949 to Robert and Betty Burton in Tipton, Indiana.

Annette was a long-time member of the Eastern Star and Amaranthe.  She was fortunate enough to serve five terms as...

David E. Britton

David E. Britton

Jun 17, 2024

David E. Britton, 74, of Mt. Carmel, IL passed away on Monday, June 17, at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton, IN.  He was born in Linton, IN on August 28, 1949 to Clarence E. and Zada (Bobbitt) Britton.  He married his wife of 56 years, Jeanie (Hardesty) Britton on September 10, 1967. David graduated from Linton...

Jo Ann Wordsworth

Jo Ann Wordsworth

Jun 16, 2024

Jo Ann Wordsworth, 74, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024.  She was born November 17, 1949, in Terre Haute to John T. Wright and Mable I. Schallberg Wright-Bond.  Jo was an avid fan of the Bee-Gee's.  She enjoyed gardening, spending time outdoors and being down by the river.  Jo worked at Hamilton Center...

Lynne Elaine Higham

Lynne Elaine Higham

Jun 16, 2024

Lynne Elaine Higham, 69, passed away on June 16, 2024. Lynne was born on October 10, 1954, in Clinton, IN to parents Francis and Lena Elizabeth (Goodman) Tate. Lynne is survived by her husband Darrell Higham and her 2 sons, Jeremy Carter and Darrell Higham (JR) Junior. She is also survived by 5 siblings, Jack Tate, Donald...

Samuel Gary Hoar

Samuel Gary Hoar

Jun 15, 2024

Samuel Gary Hoar, 73, of Terre Haute passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024.  He was born November 1, 1950, in Bath, Illinois to Jack Hoar and Gwendolyn King Hoar.  Sam was a 1968 graduate of Garfield High School.  He worked as an electrician for many years and retired from his business, Machine Tool Service, Inc.  Sam...

Anita Adams

Anita Adams

Jun 14, 2024

Anita Diane (Ralston) Adams, 64, of Terre Haute, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 14, 2024. She was born February 15, 1960 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Merle K. Ralston and Fern Levon (Mitchell) Ralston. Anita married Wesley Adams in 1985, who preceded her in death. Anita earned her associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees...

Bradley J. Burrows

Bradley J. Burrows

Jun 14, 2024

Bradley J. Burrows, 45, of Brazil passed away Friday June 14, 2024 in his residence. He was a mail carrier for the USPS. Brad was born February 9, 1979 in Indianapolis to Clifford Burrows and Rosena "Dee" (Wesley Fisher. He is survived by his mother Dee Fisher; daughters, Tabitha Traver, Kieleigh Burrows, and Mailee Burrows; son, Hayden...