obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 26, 2024

Gregory Bryant Sappenfield, 58, passed away on March 23, 2024. He was born on August 16, 1965 in Clinton, IN to George and Mary Sappenfield. He just bought his first house, and everyone was so proud of him, including his neighbors. He also just got a puppy that he has always wanted. He deeply loved his family...

Mar 26, 2024

Rory Evan Grubb, 63, passed away on March 26, 2024. He was born on April 12, 1960 in Terre Haute to Roy Grubb and Patsy (Crownover) Grubb. For many years, Rory travel with the carnival and later work security.

He is survived by his siblings Randy E. Grubb (Eva), Ronn E. Grubb (Robbie), and Tonya...

Mar 25, 2024

Sonja Davila, 44, of Terre Haute passed away March 25, 2024, in the loving arms of her husband of 27 years, Keith Terstegge. She was born August 10, 1979, to Rick Johnson and Brenda Davila. She was preceded in death by her loving grandma Thelma Johnson, uncle Fred Johnson, and brother David Davila.

Sonja is...

Mar 24, 2024

Wanda Sue Hobbs, was born on January 11, 1949, in Oakland, California. After overcoming many health challenges for years, she finally surrendered to peace. Wanda attended Tomales High School, and Seattle Community College.

She loved her family, road trips, coloring, fishing, and camping as often as possible.

Wanda is reunited with her parents,...

Mar 24, 2024

Gary lost his 20-month battle with leukemia on March 24, 2024. Through his entire journey, Gary never lost his faith, sense of humor or positive outlook on life.

If you were lucky enough to know Gary, you knew he loved his family more than anything and he always saw the positive side of any situation....