obituaries

Sep 13, 2023

Curtis "Curt" W. Smith passed away at home from natural causes on the evening of September 13, 2023, with his wife of 62 years, Rita, at his side. Curt was born in Clinton, Indiana. He grew up and spent his entire life in the Terre Haute area. He graduated from Glenn High School in 1953. He served...

Sep 12, 2023

We are sad to announce that on September 12, 2023, at the age of 66, Vincent Paul Sappingfield of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away. Vince was a very talented contractor and builder who constructed, and renovated several historic properties in Terre Haute, including the Roots Department Store (which was formally Macy's).

He was known by many for...

Sep 10, 2023

Andrew "Andy" U. Riker, 41, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday September 10, 2023 in his residence. He was a technician at John's Dental lab. He was born August 26, 1982 in Terre Haute to Carl and Susan (Hall) Riker. Andy is survived by his mother, Susan Riker; brother, Carl Riker (Andrea) and niece and nephews, Carl...

Sep 10, 2023

Debra Tielking, 74, peacefully left this world in the comfort of her own home on September 10th, 2023 at 8 AM. She was born on September 22, 1948, to Merle and Myra Pilling, who preceded her in death. She was the youngest of 3 children, her brothers Gene and Tom also preceded her in death....

Sep 7, 2023

Steve Wayne Ferree, 63, passed away September 7, 2023. He was born on January 12, 1960 in Sullivan to Carolyn (Hoffeditz) Wilson. He worked at Woodco Walls for about 30 years. He also worked for Vigo County Animal Control and Vigo County Dispatch. Steve enjoyed campaigning for different politicians. He loved shopping for antiques and loved his dogs, Doberman...

Sep 7, 2023

Lee James Clark, 61, passed away on September 7, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 3, 1961 in Terre Haute to Raymond R. Clark and Mary H. (Richardson) Clark. Lee married Debbie (Reed) Clark on November 23, 1985. For many years, he worked at Glas-Col and then Morris Manufacturing. He enjoyed fishing and...

Sep 7, 2023

Donna O. Miller, 85, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday September 7, 2023 in Regional Hospital. She was born September 19, 1937 in Cory, Indiana to Howard and Lois (Ellis) Miller. Donna is survived by her nephew, David Watson (Shelly); niece, Tonya Anderson; great-nieces, MacKenzie Watson and Abby Jenkins (Jack) and a great-nephew, Christian "Dakota" Watson. She...

Sep 6, 2023

James "Jim" Allen Lambert, 58, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at home surrounded by his family.  He was born August 4, 1965, in Michigan to Dennis Lambert and Patricia Tims Brown and Michael Brown.  Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He was a lifetime member of the VFW.  Jim...

Aug 30, 2023

Kenneth "Kenny" A. Drake, 65, passed away on Wednesday August 30, 2023 in Sullivan, Indiana.

Kenny started enjoying every minute of life in Fairbanks Indiana in July of 1958.  He was a 1976 graduate of Sullivan High School and maintained contact with many lifelong friendships from his years in Sullivan.   He established a home and...

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. ...