obituaries

Mar 18, 2026

Thomas D. Kirk, 78, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in his residence.  He was born in Robinson, Illinois to Howard and Erma (Creed) Kirk on August 22, 1947.  Thomas worked as a Millwright at Western Paper (International Paper) and served proudly in the United States Marine Corps in the Vietnam War.  He was...

Mar 16, 2026

Linda Maxine (Smith) Hollingsworth, 71, of Terre Haute, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:11PM, surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Terre Haute on October 1, 1954 to Charlie and Norma (O'Dell) Smith,

She was a retired school bus driver after 38 years with the Vigo County School Corporation.

Mar 16, 2026

Rita May Reed, 73, passed away on March 16, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1953 in Terre Haute to Arthur Cooper and Mary (Chapman) Cooper Fox. Rita was very crafty and enjoyed cooking, and she also loved her grandchildren very much.

She is survived by her children Stephen Fiddler Jr. (Angela), Messina Devine,...

Mar 15, 2026

Teresa Elaine McVey, 61, passed away on March 15, 2026. She was born on March 1, 1965 in Terre Haute to Norman and Carolyn Johnson. Teresa married William McVey on May 4, 1996.

Teresa's personal relationship with Jesus Christ was the most important aspect of her life. She openly shared with everyone she knew about the love...

Mar 15, 2026

Keegan Tyler Heck, 32, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1993, in Terre Haute to Christopher Carney and Heather Heck Shelton. Keegan was a free spirit and enjoyed the simple things in life. He had a true passion for music and loved playing Metallica on the guitar....

Mar 14, 2026

Lorraine Anne Cunningham, 47, passed away on March 14, 2026. She was born on August 10, 1978 in Terre Haute to Gregory Laughrey and Cathy Laughrey. Lorraine married John Cunningham on June 12, 2021.

Lorriane loved cooking, and she loved her pets. She also enjoyed gardening.

She is survived by mother Cathy Short,...

Mar 14, 2026

Phillip H. Harris, age 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Phil was born February 7, 1954 at St. Anthony Hospital in Terre Haute.  Phil was the son of William Gilbert Harris and Hilda Lorraine Melton.  He attended Rosedale High School in the Class of 1973.

Phil will...

Mar 11, 2026

Linda Lou Westfall Catterlin, 80, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on April 13, 1945, in Brazil, Indiana to Marvin Catterlin and Esther King Wagle. Linda loved to garden and plant beautiful flowers in the yard. She was a member of the Burnett Bible Church and enjoyed helping with Vacation...

Mar 11, 2026

Beth Ann (Leavitt) Miller, 71, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Signature Nursing Home in Terre Haute.  She was born to Robert Leavitt and Jeanne (McDermont) Bays in Linton, Indiana on June 30, 1954.  Beth graduated from WJHS in 1972.  She worked as a waitress and for Cook Medical in Spencer,...

Mar 8, 2026

Susan Jane (Strohm) Avenatti, 79, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026 in her home. She was born on October 23, 1946 in Clinton, Indiana. Susan worked for many years as a hairdresser. In her free time, she loved going to church. Susan could often be found reading her Bible or her devotional books. She also...

Mar 8, 2026

Joseph Ermin Greene blessed this earthly realm on December 24th, 1959. He was the 6th child of Richard Adam Greene and Jewell Luticia (Pettiford) Greene (both preceded in death), born in Brazil, Indiana's Clay County Hospital.

Ermin accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age while a member at Lost Creek Baptist...

Mar 7, 2026

Jackie Dee Roeschlein, 91, of Farmersburng, Indiana passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026.  He was born to Lester Roeschlein and Nellie (Tucker) Roeschlein on March 16, 1934 in Clay County, Indiana.  Jack married the love of his life, Charlotte (Dunham) Roeschlein on December 26, 1957.

Jack served in the United States Army and was...

Mar 6, 2026

Reverend Larry Dale Peelman left this world and went on to be with Jesus on Friday evening at 6:00 pm at Regional Hospital ER. He was originally from Moores Hill, Indiana but has lived in many places through his life as a pastor, teacher, and school administrator.

Larry loved the Lord and loved preaching the...

Mar 5, 2026

Jeffrey Allen Scully, age 65, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 5, 2026. Jeff was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer last November and fought a courageous battle until the end. Jeff was surrounded by his family during his last days.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents Mary...

Mar 5, 2026

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Nathan J Cook. Nathan was born October 3, 1971 in Joliet, Illinois. He left this world way too soon on the evening of Thursday, March 5th, 2026.

He is survived by his Wife, Sarah (Nicholas) Cook, his daughters, Madison, Alena, and Sophia Cook of Terre Haute, Indiana....

Mar 4, 2026

Iris Eileen (Orndorff) Smith age 79 of Terre Haute Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. She was born on December 16th, 1946 to Clyde Orndorff and Eva Niccum Orndorff.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers; Max Orndorff, Raymond Orndorff, Chester Green, Walter Green, Arthur Orndorff, Stanley Orndorff and Garald...

Mar 3, 2026

Mark James Minger, 40, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.  He was born to Stanley J. Minger and Suzann (Upton) Peebles on September 2, 1985 in Terre Haute.  Mark was a jack-of-all-trades, but most recently had worked in the healthcare industry.  He was employed as a Case Manager at the Hamilton Center....

Mar 2, 2026

Daniel "Danny" Schell, 63, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.  He was born to Richard Schell and Shirley (Fields) Martin on July 1, 1962 in Terre Haute.

Danny was a hard worker, he worked in the heating and cooling industry, lawn care and landscaping industry,...

Mar 2, 2026

Joshua Krackenberger, 43, passed away on March 2, 2026 at home surrounded by family.  He was born on June 2,1982 to Allyn and Jan Krackenberger.  Josh was preceded in death by his father.  He is survived by his wife Tamara; mother Jan; children Dustin, Desi, and Chace (Casey); brothers Eric (Lizabeth Zeiss-Rigollot) Pat, Alan, Matt, and Josh;...

Feb 28, 2026

Mary Jane Coker, 76, of Terre Haute entered eternal life on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Mary Jane, a State of Indiana Licensed Social Worker, was born in Terre Haute on June 12, 1949 to Gertrude Vollmuth Coker and Charles M. Coker.

Mary Jane attended St. Ann Elementary School, graduated from Paul Schulte High...