obituaries

Sep 22, 2024

Carolyn was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on March 21, 1942. Her early years were spent in the Collett Park area of Terre Haute. During that period Carolyn studied ballet at the Ernestine Myers School of Dance and performed locally and on stage in Chicago. She acted in lead roles at the Children's Theater of Terre Haute...

Sep 21, 2024

Ricky Lee Scott, 67, of Sullivan earned his wings on September 21,2024.  He entered into this life on December 15, 1956.

He worked at Ark Enterprises in Carlisle, Indiana for three years and Scarc Industry, and did yard work like mowing and weed eating.

Ricky liked going swimming, fishing and hanging out with...

Sep 20, 2024

Lena Marnet Whitfield was born Lena Cromwell on November 5, 1949, in Cambridge, Maryland, to Milbert Chester and Tillie Cromwell-Bosley. She was the oldest of 5 children. She was introduced to Christ at an early age, attending Bethel AME church in Cambridge.

Lena excelled in education, graduating as Salutatorian from Maces Lane high School in...

Sep 20, 2024

Michael Raymond Shutt, 60, of Kokomo, peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on September 20, 2024, in Terre Haute, IN.   Michael was born on March 5, 1964 in Kokomo, IN to the late Thomas Ray Shutt and the late Mary Jo (née Riley) (Shutt) Wise. Michael grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Lawrence Central...

Sep 18, 2024

David "Dave" Pete Dragon was born on March 8, 1925 to Petrie (Pete) and Rosalia (Rose) Buzash Dragon in Terre Haute, where they immigrated from Romania. He married Virginia (Ginny) Rose Fuson on December 28, 1944 and they were together for 72 years.

He is survived by his five sons Pete (JoAnna), Jim (Darinda), Bill...

Sep 17, 2024

Sandra Sue Adams, 85, passed away on September 17, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1938, in Terre Haute to Estle Bland and Rose May Bland. She worked at her family business, Precision Label, until the age of 84, and she took great pride in that business. Sue also fostered children for 17 years. Outside of...

Sep 16, 2024

Christie Ann Milligan, 72, passed away on September 16, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1952, in Fairfield, Iowa to Warren Pech and Ruth (Gilbert) Pech. In 1992, she relocated to Indiana. Christie worked at Gartland Foundry for over 20 years before retiring.

She enjoyed fishing and all aspects of nature watching, along with...

Sep 16, 2024

Yvonne B. Brown, 81, passed away on September 16, 2024, at her residence. She was born on April 18, 1943, in Aston-le-Walls, England to Frederick Colemen and Amy Olive May (Atkins) Colemen. She married USAF Master Sergeant Gregory Paul Brown on June 17, 1972. He was the love of her life, and she went with him as...

Sep 15, 2024

Ivy J Tood, age 67, born July 20, 1957, in Mecca, IN to parents Robert M Smith and Violet (Market) Smith. She attended Full Gospel Church; loved crafts, baking and making her great noodles. She retired from Sony DADC after 25 years.

She leaves behind husband of 48 years Clyde (Butch) Todd, son Matthew Todd...

Sep 12, 2024

Thomas G. Morgan, the American author, livestock farmer, ecumenical minister and counselor left this earth at 12:45pm September 12, a day before his 84th birthday. He was surrounded by his family, loved dearly by them, his friends, patients, neighbors, and fellow parishioners. We will honor him always. Please join us in a service for him at St....

Sep 11, 2024

On September 11, 2024, Donna Kay Jones was ushered into the presence of the Lord. Donna was born to Richard and Erlene Stanley on June 27, 1948. Donna was married to Paul Jones. She had four children, Jeff Knotts (Kerri), Kim Knotts (Brad Galenski), Brad Knotts (Christy), and Anita Hoffman. She has one brother surviving, Mike Stanley...

Sep 9, 2024

Larry Webster, 87, passed away on September 9, 2024.  He was born on January 22, 1937 to Harold Webster and Mary Webster (Van Lear) in Terre Haute, IN.  Larry was preceded in death by both parents; son Michael Eugene Webster, as well as sister-in-law Judy Melvin.  He is survived by his wife Rita Webster; son David Lee...

Sep 3, 2024

Robert "Bob" Dale Corbin Jr., 67, passed away September 3, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 19, 1956, in Terre Haute to Robert D. Corbin Sr. and Ruth Ann (Smith) Corbin. Bob worked as a Millwright for many years. He enjoyed training horses, as well as building and racing racecars.

He...

Sep 2, 2024

Lynne Godsey, 50, of Brazil passed away on September 2, 2024, at her mother's home.  She was born on October 5, 1973, in Linton, Indiana to Robert Rose, Sr. and Diana (Southworth) Dyer.

Lynne worked at Lighthouse Mission for many years.  She was very crafty and loved painting, woodworking, and embroidery.  Her family was very...

Sep 1, 2024

Marvin Wright Frazer, 93, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at his residence. He was born on February 21, 1931 in Terre Haute to William Frazer and Dorthea (Wright) Frazer.

Marvin was a very witty and clever man, and he was always there to help those in need. He liked gardening, tinkering, building and...

Aug 29, 2024

Angela Loveland passed away Thursday, Aug 29. She was born August 19,1956 in Toledo, Ohio to Evelyn I. Fulfer (Dempsey) and  Edward R. Fulfer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gary, step-son Troy, and ex husband Jim Loveland. She leaves behind her 3 daughters: *Tamra Haring* & her children; Travis Moore (Mikala) Destinea...

Aug 28, 2024

Jerry J. Taylor, 91, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday August 28, 2024 in his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Jerry retired after 35 years from Duke Energy. He was born February 28, 1933 in Indianapolis to Ernest Taylor and Elizabeth (Duckworth) Underwood. He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyne (Davis) Taylor; son, Don Taylor...

Aug 27, 2024

Stephen (Steve) B. Wassel, 76, passed away peacefully after a valiant struggle with pancreatic cancer. He was born June 16, 1948 to Benedict B. and Marguerite E. (Thompson) Wassel in Terre Haute. The cotton-topped little boy was raised near the small town of Blackhawk. He enjoyed playing and working in the country alongside his brothers Michael (Sue)...

Aug 25, 2024

Jane Marie Johnson, 72, passed away on August 25, 2024. She was born on August 14, 1952 in Killeen Co., TX to James and Sara Rose.

No services will be held at this time. Online condolences can be made at www.samaritanfunerals.com.

Aug 23, 2024

Sherry Marlene Hoggatt, 79, of Clinton passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at her home surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born September 25, 1944, in Mecca, Indiana to Harvey Penn and Maxine King Penn.  Sherry worked at a CNA for most of her life.  She was employed at Union Hospital, Clinton Convalescent Center, Clinton...