obituaries


Troy Dean Savant

Troy Dean Savant

Jun 19, 2023

Troy Dean Savant, 53, passed away June 19, 2023. He was born July 10, 1967 in Terre Haute to Darrell Savant and Norma "Cookie" (Brown) Savant. He was married to Myla (Bucher) Savant. Troy was a truck driver for USA Trucking Inc. He is survived by his daughter Michaela Reiber (Damon), son Dominic Savant father Darrell Savant...

Susan D. Fort

Susan D. Fort

Jun 12, 2023

Susan Dene Fort, 57, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. She passed away peacefully, in the presence of family and the Lord. Susan was born October 30, 1965, to James Edward "PopsEd" and Rita (Simpson) Walker. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Neil Walker, sister Kelly Walker,...

Joan "Joann" (Risinger) Nidey

Joan "Joann" (Risinger) Nidey

Jun 11, 2023

Joan "Joann" Nidey, 85, of Casey, IL passed away June 11, 2023. She was born April 6, 1938 in Paris, IL to John Risinger and Ethel (Kennedy) Risinger. She has been married Kelly Nidey for 58 years. She is survived by her husband, son Larry Nidey (Belinda), and grandchildren Bryan Nidey, Jorden Nidey, and Leanne Nidey. She...

Mary F. Haymaker

Mary F. Haymaker

Jun 9, 2023

Mary F. Haymaker, 67, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, June 9, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born August 2, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois to William Shuey and Mary Dean Shuey Hill.  Mary was known to have a green thumb.  The plants and flower beds in her yard were stunning.  She...

Jonathan Charles Watson

Jonathan Charles Watson

Jun 4, 2023

Jonathan Charles Watson, 40, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023.  He was born May 20, 1983, in Terre Haute to Brent Lewis and Lisa Watson (Odimegwu).  Jonathan was a talented cook, often making meals for his family gatherings.  His pasta salad was the best.  He enjoyed fishing as well.  Most of all he was a...

Willie E Ward

Willie E Ward

Jun 4, 2023

Willie E Ward, 96, of Carbon, IN passed away on June 4, 2023. Willie was born on March 25,1927 in Sugar Grove, KY to Pascal and Nellie Ward. Willie was a avid fisherman. He was a truck driver for many year. Willie is survived by his children; Willie Ward (Donna), Joyce Ward, and Judy Stanton (David); his...

Robert "Rob" Steven Heller

Robert "Rob" Steven Heller

May 28, 2023

Robert Steven Heller, 55, of Roachdale passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.  He was born April 8, 1968 in Greencastle, Indiana.  Rob loved the simple things in life, fishing, playing guitar and a cold Budweiser.  He was hardheaded and stubborn, but had a heart of gold.  Rob was funny and loved to make people smile.  He was a great...

Rhonda Lynn Shellhammer

Rhonda Lynn Shellhammer

May 27, 2023

Rhonda Lynn Shellhammer, 60, of Clay City passed away at her home on May 27, 2023.  Cremation was entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home.

Linda Darlene Morris

Linda Darlene Morris

May 26, 2023

Linda Darlene Morris, age 81, passed away surrounded by loved ones in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Linda was born in 1941 in Brazil, Indiana to Gladys "Maxine" (Buck) and Lester Morris. She was the oldest of four children.  As a child, Linda loved to climb trees and could be often found in their branches. Linda joined the U.S....

Elizabeth Ann Bishop

Elizabeth Ann Bishop

May 26, 2023

Elizabeth Ann Bishop, 67, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023.  She was born September 4, 1955 in Terre Haute to Russell McCammon and Betty Maxwell McCammon.  Liz was an avid reader and loved suspenseful, murder mystery books.  She was also a talented artist and crafter.  The family enjoyed her cooking and will miss...

Eddie Morgan Jr.

Eddie Morgan Jr.

May 26, 2023

Eddie Junie Morgan Jr 58 of Terre Haute IN transitioned to be with the lord on May 26, 2023.

Eddie Junie was born on February 17,1965 in Chicago, IL to Frieda Knox and Eddie Morgan Sr.

Eddie Junie graduated from Terre Haute North. Eddie Junie at a young age gave his life to...

Tammi Dee Tackett

Tammi Dee Tackett

May 24, 2023

Tammi Dee Tackett 52, of Carlisle passed away on May 24, 2023.  She was born September 15, 1970 to Kermit "Butch" and Cathy (Clark) Tackett in Linton, IN.  Tammi loved reading and being outdoors, she enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and camping.  She was also a crafter and was passionate about decorating.  Her children were her greatest treasures. ...

James "Bear" H. Smith

James "Bear" H. Smith

May 24, 2023

James "Bear" H. Smith, 65, of Carlisle, IN passed away on May 24, 2023. He was born in Palmdale, CA on December 4, 1957 to Dave and Eunice Smith (Kensinger). James was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Virgil Smith and David Smith; sister Eunice "Eunie" Smith-Romero. He is survived by Belinda Smith of Littlerock, CA;...

William S Hines

William S Hines

May 19, 2023

William "Bill" S. Hines, 62, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.  He was born August 3, 1960, in Terre Haute to George A. Hines and Mary Rose Robbins Hines.  Bill served his country in the United States Army.  He loved being outdoors.  Bill enjoyed golfing and watching...

Richard L Wilson

Richard L Wilson

May 16, 2023

Richard "Skip" L. Wilson, was born December 29, 1942, passed away May 16, 2023. He was born to Paul and Virginia Wilson.

Survivors include his wife Sherry of 43 years; two daughters, Connie (Chris) Culver; Tonya Culp; a son Skip Wilson Jr of Terre Haute and son Mike Patterson of Florida; one brother Butch Wilson...

Jewell E. Stone

Jewell E. Stone

May 16, 2023

Jewell E. Stone, 68, of Montezuma passed away Tuesday May 16, 2023 in Union Hospital. He was born November 23, 1954 in Paducah, Kentucky to William G. Stone and Edna (Mallott) Lamb. Jewell is survived by daughters, Mary Shin (Seongmin) and Grace Stone; step-sons, William Mayberry and Josh Mayberry; brothers, Jackie Stone (Dawn), David Stone (Heather), and...

Willard V Saylor

Willard V Saylor

May 11, 2023

Willard Van Saylor, "Will" was born May 10, 1956 in Pineville, Kentucky and died at home in Jasonville, Indiana on May 11th, 2023. Will is preceded in death by his parents Willard & Sue Saylor, sister Melva Salyor, and his son Jacob Saylor. He is survived by Terri Neuendorf, his son Jonathan Saylor, and his daughter Amie...

Leo Charles Gainor

Leo Charles Gainor

May 11, 2023

Leo Charles Gainor, 60, of Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023.  He was born October 1, 1962, in Terre Haute to George Gainor and Jessie Bemis Gainor. Leo proudly served his country in the United States Marines and was a member of the American Legion Post #346. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. ...

Arthur Wayne Vaughn

Arthur Wayne Vaughn

May 11, 2023

Arthur "Bones" Wayne Vaughn, 75, of Terre Haute passed away at Signature Healthcare on May 11, 2023.  Arthur was born in Terre Haute, IN to Elwin and Luellen Vaughn.  He is survived by his brother Ronald Vaughn (Norma); sister Ellen Vaughn, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Arthur was preceded in death by his parents;...

Randall Paul Miller

Randall Paul Miller

May 9, 2023

Randall Paul Miller, 62, of Marshall, Illinois entered eternal life on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 surrounded by family.  Randy was born on May 4, 1961 in Charleston, Illinois, the son of Paul and Treva Miller.

Survivors include his children; Roxie Richardson (Jared) of Casey, Illinois, Audrey "Cookie" Miller of Martinsville, Illinois, and Levi Vonbehrens of...