obituaries

Aug 27, 2023

Tommy Tompkins, 58, passed away August 27, 2023. He was affectionately known as "Big Daddy." Tommy was born on December 21, 1964 in Terre Haute to Aaron J. Tompkins and Sophia G. (Acuff) Tompkins. He was a 1983 graduate of Terre Haute South Vigo High School. He worked as an assistant foreman for the Terre...

Aug 25, 2023

Rickey Leroy Hansen, 72, passed away on August 25, 2023. He was born on May 10, 1951 in Denver, Colorado to Neils T. Hansen, Jr. and Ruby A. (Borgelin) Hansen. Rick married Donna (Falting) Hansen on October 27, 1983. He retired from the IT Department from Sisters of Providence.  Rick loved watching Westerns. He played guitar in...

Aug 24, 2023

Carla M. Sturm, 73, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday August 24, 2023 in her residence. She retired in 2014 from the Vigo County School Corporation. She was born October 12, 1949 in Terre Haute to Carl and Lilias (Gose) Liddle. Carla is survived by her daughters, Lori Fugate (Rick), Kara Sturm, and Shari Elder (David); brother,...

Aug 24, 2023

Gary W. Matherly, 70, passed away August 24, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born on April 13, 1953 in Terre Haute to Leonard Matherly and Nellie (Griffin) Matherly. He worked for Gartland for 25 years, and then worked for Terminix for 10 years from which he retired. He loved spending time with family. He also loved...

Aug 21, 2023

Tina Marie Neckebroeck, age 65, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023.   She was born on August 16, 1958 in Terre Haute to Wendell L. Poe and Virginia T. Stroup Poe.

Tina had a passion for caring for people, and had been employed at Union Hospital as a caregiver.

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Aug 19, 2023

Karl Omer Lenhart, 64, of Terre Haute passed away on August 19th, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born on August 8th 1959 in Clinton, Indiana to Omer S. And Dorthy Lenhart. Karl was a loving Husband, Dad, Papa, Brother & Uncle. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Robin Lenhart; Son Michael Lenhart of Clinton; Daughters...

Aug 16, 2023

Mickie Lynn Davis, 73, passed away on August 16, 2023. She was born on January 1, 1950 in Terre Haute to Kenneth Campbell Sr. and Mary Elizabeth (Poore) Campbell. Mickie was married to Paul Davis who passed away April 27, 2021.

She served her community as a beautician for over 30 years. She enjoyed crafts...

Aug 16, 2023

Michael E. "Mike" Whitner, Sr., 50, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday August 16, 2023 in Majestic Health Care of Ft. Wayne. He was born January 24, 1973 in Terre Haute to Robert Whitner and Annie (LaMaster) Lopez. Mike is survived by his daughter, Sierra Whitner; sons, Michael E. Whitner, Jr., Seth Whitner, Jeremiah Whitner, and Julian...

Aug 16, 2023

Kevin W. Aue, 63, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday August 16, 2023 in Union Hospital. He was born February 8, 1960 in Lincoln, Illinois to William and Martha Jean (Reader) Aue. Kevin is survived by his wife of 35 years, Louise (Moorer) Aue; daughter, Lauren Aue (Brandon Wright); sons,...

Aug 16, 2023

Larry Urbain, 54, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023.  He was born January 13, 1969, in Terre Haute to Alphonse Urbain and Carol Sears Urbain.  Larry was a great storyteller and loved to tell jokes.  He loved being with his family and his dog JoJo.  Larry enjoyed fishing and listening to his oldie's music. ...

Aug 15, 2023

Tom J. Mullen, 62, of Marshall, Illinois passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023, in the presence of his loved ones.  He was born September 9, 1960, in Huntington Beach, California to Robert and Kathryn Mullen. Tom served his country in the United States Army as a medic.  He enjoyed fishing and working with wood and loved dogs. ...

Aug 15, 2023

Bobby "Bob" Virgil Richey was a beloved father, grandfather, and husband during his incredible 89 years of life. Bob was born in Paris, Illinois to Robert Carnes Richey and Genevieve (Jones) Richey on May 7, 1934. Bob passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023 with his family by his side. Bob was known for his strong work...

Aug 13, 2023

Edward Ronald "Ron" Couldry passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 into the promised glory of God. Ron was born on March 25, 1946 in Chicago Illinois, the son of Edward W. and Bernice (Bluel) Couldry. He served our country as a member of the US Army in Vietnam from 1965 to 1967. He married his wife...

Aug 10, 2023

James H. Newman, 61, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday August 10, 2023 at Gibson Family Hospice Center. He was born January 21, 1962 in Clinton, Indiana. James is survived by his wife of 19 years, Katherine (Criss) Newman; step-daughters, Katherine Thomas (Devin Arbaugh), Cynthia Thomas, Chelsea Morgan, and Kimikco Morgan; step-son, Shalamar Morgan; grandchildren, Brently Arbaugh, Zaiden Thomas,...

Aug 8, 2023

Jerry L. Hogan Sr., 80, passed away on August 8, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 7, 1943 in Terre Haute to Floyd and Wanetta Hogan. He was married to Linda Hogan. He enjoyed fishing, drawing, and always had a good story to tell.

He is survived by his children, Toni...

Aug 8, 2023

Delighted at the adventure life presented, Lee Sand's final adventure ended but the memory of his genuine love of life and generous nature remains for all who knew him.  Lee Franklin Sand, 60 of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Lee was born March 8, 1963, in Burbank, California to Glen Cady...

Aug 8, 2023

Ruth Mae Joyner was born on September 10, 1939, in Brazil, Indiana to Samuel and Ruth (Beachem) Wickware. She was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Ruth was married to Joseph Eugene Joyner. To them was born six children, Joseph Eugene (Rosanne) Joyner Jr., and Michael Anthony (Barbara) Joyner of Terre...

Aug 6, 2023

Leroy Morris, 68, passed away on August 6, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 19, 1955 in Clinton to Richard Morris and Maxine Morris. Leroy married Erin (Cory) Morris 29 years ago. Leroy enjoyed the outdoors and collecting antiques. He was known for rescuing animals including 5 dogs and 2 cats. He also...

Jul 28, 2023

Karen Elizabeth Fort, 65, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at Gibson Family Center for Hospice.  She was born April 1, 1958, in Terre Haute to Shirley Mayes Perez.  Karen was a deli clerk at Kroger for 28 years.  She loved her customers and her work family very much.  Karen was a fantastic cook. ...

Jul 28, 2023

Eric Lars Hanson, 66, passed away on July 28, 2023. He was born on November 13, 1956 in Buffalo, NY to Harold Hanson and Nancy (McGrath) Hanson. He married Pamela (Belleu) Hanson. Eric was a manager at Kmart for over 20 years. He loved all sports. In his younger years, he played basketball and baseball. If you...