obituaries

Oct 13, 2023

Emil Carl Ogborn, 73, passed away on October 13, 2023. He was born on December 10, 1949 in Terre Haute. He worked as an Automotive Technician for many years. He enjoyed camping and fishing, and he liked music. Most importantly, he loved spending time with family and hosting cookouts.

He is survived by his wife...

Oct 12, 2023

Carolyn J Kluesner Hughes, 82, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Carolyn was born on June 14, 1941, in Libertyville, IN to Joseph and Adeline (Riley) Kluesner. Carolyn married Alfred Hughes on October 16, 1998. They would have celebrated 25 years together.

Carolyn was a 1959 graduate...

Oct 11, 2023

William "Billy" B. Dunfee, 70, of Poland, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his home on October 11, 2023 surrounded by family.

William was born on April 5, 1953 to William G. and Bette (Matrinetz) Dunfee, in Sendai Honshu, Japan.

William was raised in Highland, Indiana and graduated from Highland High School. After high...

Oct 5, 2023

Joseph "Eugene" Wilson, 60, passed away October 5, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on November 4, 1962 in Sullivan to Chester Wilson and Carolyn (Hoffeditz) Wilson. Eugene married Jamie (Warren) Wilson, and they have been together for over 40 years. He worked as a concrete finisher and later was the owner of J &...

Oct 3, 2023

Melvin Franklin Olson Jr., 69, passed away on October 3, 2023. He was born on May 12, 1954 in Terre Haute to Melvin F. Olson Sr. and Normajean (Townsend) Olson. He worked at Kmart as an automotive manager. Melvin owned M & G Tire and later was a partner of TLC Internet Services. He was also the...

Oct 3, 2023

Carla J. Wilmes, 68, passed away October 3, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 15, 1955 in Clinton to Joe Barushak and Vivian (Myers) Barushak. She graduated from Clinton High School and worked for Data Label for many years. Carla was an excellent cook and a very skilled artist. She enjoyed gardening and...

Oct 2, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Ridge, 81, of Terre Haute passed away Monday October 2, 2023 in her residence. She was born September 23, 1942 in Terre Haute to Edward and Clarice (Wood) Varvel. Mary is survived by her daughters, Michelle Branche, Karla Collester, and Kemberly Ridge; sons, Edward Ridge and Kenneth Ridge; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces...

Oct 2, 2023

Jamie Jon Bruce, 52, of Clinton passed away Monday October 2, 2023 in IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He worked at FutureX for 17 years. Jamie was born August 26, 1971 in Terre Haute to Wilmeth C. and Rethel M. (Tibby) Bruce. Jamie is survived by his daughters, Shakya Bruce and Jamie Bruce; sons, Cory Bruce and...

Oct 1, 2023

Carol Schnurpel, 85, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Carol was born November 19, 1937, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Harry and Mary Margaret Kendall.

Carol was born in her family home on Harding Avenue in Terre Haute, where she was raised. She attended Sarah Scott Junior High School and...

Sep 27, 2023

David T. Woolley, Sr., 56, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday September 27, 2023 in Union Hospital. He was born April 4, 1967 in Terre Haute. He is survived by his Dylan Woolley, Travis Woolley, and Nelson Norton; brothers, Gordon Woolley, Paul Woolley, Robert Woolley, Danny Woolley, and Ron Woolley; grandchildren, Mindy Woolley, Thomas Woolley, Elijah York,...

Sep 26, 2023

Debra Lynn Caldwell, 67, passed away September 26, 2023. She was born on May 14, 1956 in Terre Haute to Jack W. Shaffer and Patricia "Pat" A. (Mason) Shaffer. Debra was an in-home caregiver, and she was loved by her residents. In her free time, she also enjoyed yard-saling and going to the local festivals, especially the...

Sep 18, 2023

Tammy Kay Johnson, 60, passed away September 18, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on September 30, 1962 in Clinton to James F. Russell and Kathy J. (Fincher) Russell. She was a LPN for around 18 years where she worked at Sisters of Providence and Lakeview. Tammy loved her grandchildren, pitbulls, and Elvis Presley.

Sep 18, 2023

Cindy Thomas, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother and loyal friend, passed away on September 18, 2023. She touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Cindy was born April 8, 1961 to Jerry Lee and June Wisehart.

Cindy's life was a testament to the boundless love she held for...

Sep 16, 2023

William G. "Bill" Hoover, 61, of Brazil passed away Saturday September 16, 2023 in Regional Hospital. He was born May 13, 1962 in Indianapolis to Canie and Margaret (Corwell) Hoover. Bill is survived by his wife, Cheryl (Bishop) Hoover; daughter, Haley Bragg (Brian Jones); sons, Jeremy Kieninger (Kiley) and Alex Kieninger (Sarah); sisters, Belinda Wirey (Carl) and...

Sep 15, 2023

Donald D. Creasey of West Terre Haute, Indiana passed away at 11:55 am on Friday, September 15, 2023 in his home surrounded by loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents Hurley and Thelma Creasey and sisters Gloria Emptin and Sue Carter of Terre Haute In. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia Creasey...

Sep 14, 2023

Jasmine departed this life Thursday, September 14th, 2023. She was 34 years old.

Jasmine leaves to cherish her beloved son, Joshua Antonio Maxwell II (12) and daughter, Jaelynn Marie Spencer (1), one inseparable sibling, Herschel Spencer Jr. and her father, Herschel Spencer Sr. with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded...

Sep 13, 2023

Curtis "Curt" W. Smith passed away at home from natural causes on the evening of September 13, 2023, with his wife of 62 years, Rita, at his side. Curt was born in Clinton, Indiana. He grew up and spent his entire life in the Terre Haute area. He graduated from Glenn High School in 1953. He served...

Sep 12, 2023

We are sad to announce that on September 12, 2023, at the age of 66, Vincent Paul Sappingfield of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away. Vince was a very talented contractor and builder who constructed, and renovated several historic properties in Terre Haute, including the Roots Department Store (which was formally Macy's).

He was known by many for...

Sep 10, 2023

Andrew "Andy" U. Riker, 41, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday September 10, 2023 in his residence. He was a technician at John's Dental lab. He was born August 26, 1982 in Terre Haute to Carl and Susan (Hall) Riker. Andy is survived by his mother, Susan Riker; brother, Carl Riker (Andrea) and niece and nephews, Carl...

Sep 10, 2023

Debra Tielking, 74, peacefully left this world in the comfort of her own home on September 10th, 2023 at 8 AM. She was born on September 22, 1948, to Merle and Myra Pilling, who preceded her in death. She was the youngest of 3 children, her brothers Gene and Tom also preceded her in death....