obituaries


William David Sawyers, Jr.

William David Sawyers, Jr.

Apr 17, 2024

William David Sawyers, Jr. 82 of Terre Haute, IN., passed away peacefully in his sleep April 17, 2024 after recovering from a fall that necessitated several surgeries. He was born June 19, 1941 to Thelma Ercell Odom and William David Sawyers Sr. of Terre Haute.

Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years, Donna...

Danielle Marie Lyons

Danielle Marie Lyons

Apr 15, 2024

Danielle Marie Lyons, 43, passed away April 15, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1981, in Terre Haute to Clifford Lyons and Betty (Stark) Lynch. She loved her kids and holding her grandson, Jason. She also enjoyed online shopping.

She is survived by her children Gavin Hale, Haylee Hale, and Evan Hale, her mother...

Kenny "Ray" Hoff

Kenny "Ray" Hoff

Apr 14, 2024

Kenny "Ray" Hoff passed away on April 14th 2024. He was born October 18th 1971 in Terre Haute to Kenneth Leon Hoff and Rosalee Hoff. He is survived by his daughters Desiree Hoff, Shayla Hoff and Adeline Balcerak. Sisters, Sherry Neville,(Art) and Kemmy Hedges, (Gary)and several nieces and nephews.

He is proceeded in death by...

Ashley Ann Parsons

Ashley Ann Parsons

Apr 14, 2024

Ashley Ann Parsons, 37, passed away on April 14, 2024. She was born on March 27, 1987, in Bloomington, IN to James D. Lynch and Angie (Wood) Lynch. She was a very talented artist and enjoyed expressing that art through drawing and tattooing. She had a passion for music, and she loved skateboarding and basketball. Ashley was...

James Blue

James Blue

Apr 11, 2024

James Blue, 70, of Greencastle passed away Thursday April 11, 2024 at Hickory Creek at Sunset in Greencastle. He was a retired semi-truck driver. James was born July 1, 1953 in Putnam county to Paul and Renalda (Chinchillas) Blue. He is survived by his sons, Shaun Blue (LeeDonna) and Michael Blue; brother, John Blue (Mary Lou); grandsons,...

Crystal Lynn (Roe) Mcqueen

Crystal Lynn (Roe) Mcqueen

Apr 11, 2024

Crystal Lynn McQueen of Coal City, IN passed away at her home on 4/11/2024. Crystal was an avid crocheter who loved bingo, barbecues, a good demolition derby, and her family and friends. Before becoming disabled she was employed at Walmart, Cook Medical and PTS Electronics.

She is survived by her loving husband, Mike McQueen. Her...

Barbara Jean Smith

Barbara Jean Smith

Apr 11, 2024

Barbara Jean Smith passed away on April 11, 2024. She was born on August 12, 1964 in Terre Haute to Jerry Smith and Nancy (Fields) Blueher. She loved her cat Baby D, and dog Harley.

She is survived by her mother, brother Jerry Smith Jr., twin sister Becky Anstead, and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and...

Kathryn Melinda (Dowell) Irwin

Kathryn Melinda (Dowell) Irwin

Apr 10, 2024

Kathryn Melinda (Dowell) Irwin, 61, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side while in hospice care at Union Hospital at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Kathryn was born in Terre Haute, Indiana to Thomas Emmitt Dowell and Betty Irene (Noel) Dowell on August 30, 1962. She was a graduate of Terre...

Leslie June Stableton

Leslie June Stableton

Apr 5, 2024

Leslie June Stableton, 63, passed away April 5, 2024. She was born on May 17, 1960, in Terre Haute to Robert and Marilyn Stableton. She enjoyed camping, traveling, and going on cruises. She also loved going on motorcycle rides and hanging out with friends.

She is survived by her significant other of 24 years Richard...

Stacie Paul Wagle

Stacie Paul Wagle

Apr 4, 2024

Stacie Paul Wagle, 54. of Brazil, passed away Thursday April 4, 2024 in Union Hospital. He was born November 30, 1969 in Brazil, Indiana to Ronald Wayne and Paula (Winn) Wagle. Stacie is survived by his mother, Paula Wagle; sisters, Kathie Norton (Kenny) and Terri Marie Wagle; brothers, Ronald Wayne Wagle, Jr. (Michelle) and Kenneth Edward Wagle...

Sharon L. (Baggs) Bose

Sharon L. (Baggs) Bose

Apr 3, 2024

Sharon L. (Baggs) Bose, 80, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024. She was born October 20, 1943, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Dewey and Lucille Baggs.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Lucille Baggs; half-brother, Jim Baggs; uncle, Bill English; and cousin, Randy English.

Sharon is survived by...

Howard "Doug" Barton

Howard "Doug" Barton

Apr 3, 2024

Howard "Doug" Barton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana while in Wabash Valley Hospice Care, at the age of 72. He was born in Linton, Indiana to Harold "Junior" and Betty M. Perigo Barton. He was an over-the-road truck driver employed by several companies including Boyd Trucking, Haag...

Steve L. Keller

Steve L. Keller

Apr 3, 2024

Steve Keller, 75, of Bruceville, IN, passed away on April 3, 2024. He was born on April 8, 1948 in Vincennes, IN to Louis and Izetta Keller. Steve married Connie (Blair) Keller on November 28, 1970. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Wheatland, IN.

He is survived by his wife of...

Edward Allen Ice Sr.

Edward Allen Ice Sr.

Mar 31, 2024

Edward Allen Ice, Jr, 80, passed away on March 31, 2024. He was born on October 9,  1943 in Terre Haute to Jack and Jackie Ice. Edward was a proud Air Force veteran. After he served, he worked as a warehouse manager for many years. He also played the saxophone in multiple bands, and he loved building...

Elaine C Effner

Elaine C Effner

Mar 30, 2024

Elaine C. Effner, 58, passed away on March 30, 2024. She was born on September 16, 1965 in Terre Haute to Emerson and Mary Alyson Effner. Elaine loved spending time with her grandchildren, family, and friends. She enjoyed going to concerts and loved living life to the fullest.

She is survived by her son Jordan...

Donald Ray Cottrell

Donald Ray Cottrell

Mar 30, 2024

Donald Ray Cottrell was born September 28, 1950 and passed on March 30, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis with his beloved wife and son at his bedside.

Donald is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Lois Cottrell, his sister Paula Mae Cottrell, and step-grandfather Burnie Frederick.

He is survived...

Betty J Leclercq

Betty J Leclercq

Mar 29, 2024

Betty J. LeClercq, 87, passed away on March 29, 2024. She was born on November 6, 1936, in Terre Haute to Emery and Sarah Waggoner. Betty worked for Holiday Inn as a cook for more than 30 years. She also enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren and family.

She is survived by her...

Robert Allen Garred

Robert Allen Garred

Mar 28, 2024

Robert Allen Garred, 67, of West Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024.  He was born October 11, 1956, in Terre Haute to Robert H. Garred and Linda England Cooper.  Robert graduated in 1975 from West Vigo High School and was employed at Stran Steel and later at Standard Register until he became disabled due...

Paul David Schumpert

Paul David Schumpert

Mar 27, 2024

On March 27th Paul David Schumpert, beloved brother, uncle and friend passed away after a brief illness. Paul lived a life of integrity and service, touching the lives of many with his kindness and grace. He may have been the shyest person in the room, but he was always the funniest.

Paul was preceded in...

Edgar Louis Cole Jr.

Edgar Louis Cole Jr.

Mar 26, 2024

Edgar Louis Cole Jr., 73, passed away on March 26, 2024. He was born on April 24, 1950, in Terre Haute to Edgar L. Cole Sr. and Emma M. (Taylor) Cole. For many years, Edgar worked as a security guard. He enjoyed fishing, and he loved to laugh and tell jokes. His family was very important to...