obituaries


Maridee Ann Dozier

Maridee Ann Dozier

Dec 17, 2023

Maridee Ann Walsh Dozier, age 75, of Brazil and formerly from Greencastle, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana surrounded by her family. She was born on November 28, 1948, in Indianapolis to John Thomas "Jack" and Edna Ruth (Varvel) Walsh and was one of three sisters.  She met Ewell...

Edward "Jerry" Gerald Tumey

Edward "Jerry" Gerald Tumey

Dec 15, 2023

Edward "Jerry" Gerald Tumey, 85, passed away December 15, 2023 at the Gibson Family Center in Terre Haute, IN. He was born on May 11, 1938 in Marshall, IL to Edward Gerald Tumey and Katherine Maxine Tumey. Jerry married the love of his life Mary Ann (Byrd) Tumey on June 11, 1959, and they have been inseparable....

James "Jamie" D. Trout

James "Jamie" D. Trout

Dec 15, 2023

James "Jamie" Dennis Trout II, 58, of Terre Haute lost his months-long battle with lung cancer on December 15, 2023. He was born November 28, 1965 in Terre Haute to James Trout and Diane Jenkins-Purcell. Jamie is survived by his girlfriend and partner of 24 years, Mika Yocum; his children, Dustin Fox (Jessica), Christina Spivey (Tyler), Jamie...

Kay Frances Evinger

Kay Frances Evinger

Dec 12, 2023

Kay Frances (Beeler) Evinger, 84, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family at 1:53pm Tuesday, December 12, 2023. She was born October 19, 1939 in Lafayette, IN to Russell Gilbert Beeler and Frances Philena (May) Beeler. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Tommy D. Evinger; her four children,...

Michael R. Milner

Michael R. Milner

Dec 9, 2023

Michael R. Milner, 63, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday December 9, 2023 in his residence. He was born March 23, 1960 in Terre Haute to Walter R. and Phyliss J. (Woerner) Milner. He is survived by his wife, Brenda (Phillips) Milner; daughter, Amanda Lawler (Ben); step-daughter, Kelly Holbert (Joe); sister, Cathy Layman; grandchildren, Maci, David, Gage,...

Gerald Wayne Head

Gerald Wayne Head

Dec 8, 2023

Gerald Wayne Head, 62, passed away December 8, 2023. He was born on October 13, 1961 in Brazil to Albert Head and Bertha (Muncie) Head. He worked as an arborist for many years. Gerald was very good with any and all mechanical work. He also enjoyed camping and fishing.

He is survived by his daughters...

Joann (Rothgerber) Travioli

Joann (Rothgerber) Travioli

Dec 8, 2023

JoAnn Lee Rothgerber Travioli, 72, of Marshall, Illinois passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 at 7:40 p.m. EST at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. JoAnn was born on December 14, 1950 in Oaktown, Indiana to Eugene and Josephine Rothgerber. She married John Travioli on November 8, 1960 in Lizton, Indiana. She worked for Dr. Macke...

Deborah K Tharp

Deborah K Tharp

Dec 7, 2023

Deborah Kay Tharp, 65, passed away December 7, 2023. She was born on November 18, 1958 in Greencastle.

She is survived by her daughters Jennifer Tharp, Susie Olinde, and Erin White; son Shawn Tharp, brother Joe Davis, grandchildren Robert Tharp, Wayne Tharp, Michelle Bailey, Cody White, Tyler White, and Tyberius Tharp, and great-grandchildren Kioko (who...

Hilajean Douglas

Hilajean Douglas

Dec 5, 2023

Hilajean Douglas, 76, passed away December 5, 2023. She was born on September 9, 1947 in Brazil to George and Patsie Wells. She enjoyed fishing and motorcycle riding.

She is survived by her sons Kevin Daniels, Alan Douglas (Becky), and Rick Douglas (Laurie); daughter Cheryl Gross, brother Ron Wells, sister Lynn Wells, grandchildren Courtney Jackson...

Paula Rose Sands

Paula Rose Sands

Dec 2, 2023

Paula Rose Sands, 56, passed away December 2, 2023 at Signature Healthcare. She was born May 25, 1967 in Terre Haute to Paul R. Sands Sr. and Janet K. Gibson.

She is survived by her sisters Pauletta Rose Sands and Loretta Roseanne Sands, brother Paul R. Sands Jr. (Toyna), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Terry Lee Frakes

Terry Lee Frakes

Dec 2, 2023

Terry Lee Frakes, 73, passed away on December 2, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1951 to Don Frakes and Polly (Hampton) Frakes.

He is survived by the love of his life Nancy Gurchiek, daughters Jamie Cornwell and Shawnee Hunley (Dickson), son Jeffery Frakes, grandchildren Jessica Adams (David), Sara Cornwell, Tara Meek (Cody), Megan...

Jack Starling Fuller

Jack Starling Fuller

Dec 1, 2023

Jack Starling Fuller, 66, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 1, 2023.  He was born September 21, 1957, in Terre Haute to Willard Booker Fuller, Sr. and Kathryn Lucille Boswell Fuller.  Jack served his country in the United States Army.  He was a graduate of Terre Haute North High School.  Jack...

Jonathan Mark Akers

Jonathan Mark Akers

Nov 30, 2023

Jonathan "Mark" Akers, 67, passed away on November 30, 2023. He was born on September 23, 1956 in Madison, IN to Jonathan Akers and Shirley (Norman) Akers. He graduated with a master's degree from both Hanover College and Indiana State University. He loved working as a special education teacher for 29 years for Brownstown High School along...

Patricia Rose (Taylor) Majors

Patricia Rose (Taylor) Majors

Nov 28, 2023

Patricia Rose Majors, 81, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday November 28, 2023 in Southwood Health Care. She was born May 27, 1942 in Terre Haute to Edward Eugene and Irene Taylor. Patricia is survived by her sons, Billy Tate and Michael Burns; sister, Frances Majors; brother, Edward Majors; numerous grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded...

Lillian "Lily" Rosemary Craig

Lillian "Lily" Rosemary Craig

Nov 27, 2023

Lillian "Lily" Rosemary Craig, born on March 26th, 1998, passed away on November 27th, 2023 in Terre Haute, Indiana. She was cherished as a devoted wife, beloved mother, and a dear friend. Lily had a deep love for various pursuits, such as spending quality time with her husband, Nicolas, and her daughter, Allison, reading, creating vibrant tie-dye...

Carolyn Elaine Silva

Carolyn Elaine Silva

Nov 24, 2023

Carolyn Elaine Silva, 84, passed away on November 24, 2023. She was born on October 5, 1939 in Ripley, West Virginia to John Jones and Freda (Lane) Jones. She was a life member of the VFW in Terre Haute and the Auxiliary Lady Bugs in Florida. She enjoyed playing bingo and watching Westerns and Soap Operas. She...

William "Bill" Vanderlinden

William "Bill" Vanderlinden

Nov 22, 2023

William M. "Bill" Vanderlinden, 74, of Danville, Illinois passed away Wednesday November 22, 2023. He retired after proudly serving for 50 years as a Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter with Locals #319, #501, and #597. Bill was born July 24, 1949 in Aurora, Illinois to Jack and Mildred (Wooley) Vanderlinden. He is survived by his wife, Mary (McMahon) Vanderlinden, sons,...

Maryann Boyd

Maryann Boyd

Nov 21, 2023

Maryann Boyd "Gigi", 74, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.  She was born on March 9, 1949 to Harold Boyd and Doris Luckenbill Boyd. Maryann was preceded in death by both parents.  She is survived by her daughter Ashley Murphy and son-in-law Daniel of Fleetwood, PA; grandsons Jackson Boyd Murphy and Elliott Clark Murphy; sister Delores...

Donald Lee Keller

Donald Lee Keller

Nov 20, 2023

Donald Lee Keller, 89, of Montezuma passed away Monday November 20, 2023 in his residence. He retired from the United States Army after 22 ½ years and also from Alcoa. Donald was born January 24, 1934 in Montezuma to Willard W. and Louella (Norris) Keller. He is survived by his wife, Terry (Edwards) Keller; son, Larry Keller...

Raymond L. Smith

Raymond L. Smith

Nov 19, 2023

Raymond L Smith, 85, passed away November 19, 2023 in his residence. He was born July 31, 1938, in Seelyville to Frank and Rosie (Hogue) Smith. He was a mechanic for UPS where he retired in 1994. Raymond is survived by his daughters, Cathy Leeann Garvey (James) and Virginia Rose Curtis (Don); sons, Raymond "Joe" Smith (Sherri)...