obituaries

Feb 27, 2023

Barbara Ann Gambill, 85, of Terre Haute passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023.  She was born November 15, 1937, in Harrisburg, Illinois.  Barbara was the daughter of Floyd DeGraff and Elsie Creasey DeGraff. Barbara accepted Christ and was baptized at North Terre Haute Christian Church. She and Don raised their children in Maplewood Christian Church. They...

Feb 27, 2023

James Skirvin, 78, passed away at home on February 27, 2023.  He was born in Beech Grove, IN on March 23, 1944 to Charles S. Skirvin Sr. and Myrtle V. McCarthy Skirvin.  James was preceded in death by both parents; son John Harrison; siblings Joanne Myers and Charles Skirvin Jr. He is survived by his wife of...

Feb 26, 2023

Beverly "Sue" Finchum, 78, passed away February 26, 2023.  She was born September 16, 1944 in Brazil, Indiana to William Coward and Mabelle Hoskins Coward. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Kara; sister Joan Hoffman.  Sue is survived by her husband Dean; son Kyle; three grandchildren Taylor Brown, Grant Brown, and Kyle Finchum.  Sue...

Feb 22, 2023

Gloria A. Cowan of Rockville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 3:30pm. Gloria was born April 18th,1954 in Berea, Ohio to Robert and Patricia Blackie of Ohio. She was preceded in death by both her parents, her younger sister Sharon Cissell of Houston, Texas. and younger brother Brian Blackie of Indianapolis, Indiana. She is...

Feb 19, 2023

Andrew William Fuller, 45, of Bloomington, Indiana passed away Thursday February 16, 2023 in his residence. He was born May 16, 1977 in Robinson, Illinois to William and Debra (Grant) Fuller. Andy is survived by his mother, Debra Fuller of Port Orange, FL; brothers, Edward Fuller of St. Louis and Derek Fuller (Sara) of Robinson, Illinois; daughter,...

Feb 15, 2023

Ruth Ann Guy, 83, of Terre Haute and formerly of Brazil, passed away Wednesday February 15, 2023 in Springhill Village. She was born September 6, 1939 in Brazil to William and Myrtle (McKlin) Brown. Ruth is survived by her sons, James Guy (Linda) and Steve Guy (Becky); daughter, Rhonda Sanchez (Jesus); sisters, Katherine Brakensiek and Edith Knight;...

Feb 14, 2023

Vicki L Wellman, 74, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023. She was born August 3, 1948, to Thomas and Adaline (Sovern) Weir. Vicki enjoyed soap operas, game shows and her family. She is survived by her children; Brian Wellman (Angie), Kathy Lawhead (Sandy), Tommy Wellman, and Elizabeth Frey (Drew); and her grandchildren; David Ellinger-Wellman...

Feb 12, 2023

Judith Ann (McKenna) Sparks of Greencastle, IN passed away on Sunday,  February 12, 2023, after a long illness. Born to Dora May McKenna on December 1, 1955. Judy enjoyed crocheting, playing uno, reading, listening to old country music and playing with her dog Lulu. Survivors include Sons Keith (Annie) Heckman, and Kevin (Sara) Heckman. Daughter of her...

Feb 12, 2023

Patricia "Patty" Richey was a beloved grandmother, mother, and wife during her incredible 86 years of life. She was born in West Terre Haute to Claude Beck and Anne Porter-Beck on May 13, 1936. She passed away peacefully in the early hours of February 12, 2023. Patty was best known for her fierce determination and her nurturing...

Feb 10, 2023

Doris Mae Anglin, 86, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023at Majestic Nursing Home, Terre Haute, in care of Hospice.  She was born on February 1, 1937 to Ella (Ludtke) Kester and William Kester in Walworth County, Wisconsin.  Doris was preceded in death by her parents; husband Donald Eugene Anglin and brother Carl Kester.  Doris is survived...

Feb 10, 2023

Tammy Rose (Hogue) Russell, 56, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, February 10, 2023.  She was born December 1, 1966 in Terre Haute to Betty Irene (Noel) Robbins.

Tammy is preceded in death by her husband Steve Russell, Sr., mother Betty Robbins, father Donald Hogue, brothers Richard Glen Dowell and Michael Lee Dowell, Sr., niece...

Feb 9, 2023

Dennis A. Croy, 70, of Brazil passed away February 9, 2023.  He was born on October 31, 1952 to Gene and Blanch Croy.  He was proceded in death by his parents.  Dennis is survived by his sister Shirley Ianotti; brothers Billy Croy (Elaine), John Croy, Jim Croy (Jennifer); daughter Buffy Hawkins (Robert Hawkins);granddaughter Lacey Clark; great-grandchildren Kaleb,...

Feb 7, 2023

Brian Scott Moore, 57, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023. He is survived by his mother, Karolyn Moore, brother Jimi Moore (Rebecca), nephew J.C. Moore, great-niece Alice Moore, and friends Allen, Butch, and Mark. Brian is preceded death by his father, James E. Moore.  Cremation was entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home.

Feb 5, 2023

Charles Bernard "Chuck" Schnurpel, 87, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Chuck was born September 21, 1935, in Springfield, Illinois to Charles and Ruth Schnurpel. When he was young, Chuck's parents moved the family to Clay County, Indiana, where he went on to graduate from Brazil Senior High School in 1953. Following...

Feb 4, 2023

Neoma Mae Bell, 80, Went to be with God, February 4th 2023. She left us at Regional Hospital. She was an amazing woman with such a Beautiful soul. She would have done anything for anyone and was loved by all who knew her. This world is a little darker without her. Neoma was a beloved longtime member of Dresser...

Feb 3, 2023

Charles William Deverick Jr, 81, passed away February 3, 2023.  He was born on April 21, 1941 to Charles Deverick and Edna Deverick.  Charles was preceded in death both parents as well as his siblings Stella and Freddy.  He is survived by his loving wife Dorothy; children Lee, Duane, Tracey, Ron, Lou, and Chuck; step-children Tim, Christina,...

Feb 3, 2023

Kenneth D. Long, 79, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023.  He was born February 9, 1943 in Terre Haute.  Kenny proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He was a truck driver for many years, driving all over the country.  He was an avid Elvis fan, enjoyed doing yardwork, and also...

Feb 2, 2023

Terry J. King, 66, of Terre Haute passed away at home on Thursday, February 2, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family.  He was born February 26, 1956 in Terre Haute to Virgil King and Frances Warren King.  Terry worked as a steel worker for Columbia Home products for 17 years before retiring in 2015.  He then went...

Jan 31, 2023

Martha Beatty,71, passed away January 31, 2023.  She was born on April 20, 1951 to Paul and Norma Graham.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband James "Bill" Beatty; daughter Jennifer June Beatty.  She is survived by her children James Beatty Jr. and Penny Beatty; brothers David Graham, Paul Graham, and Timothy Graham; granddaughter Christiana...

Jan 29, 2023

Theresa Turner, 61, of Terre Haute, passed away Sunday January 29, 2023 in St. Vincent's Hospital. She was born January 5, 1962 in Chicago to Lincoln and Lorene (Peters) Hagy. Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Turner, whom she's been with for over 44 years; daughter, Lorene Benefiel (Jack); son, Jerry Turner, Jr.; sisters, Emmajean...