obituaries

Jul 5, 2023

Chad R. Gibson, 39, of Terre Haute, passed away Wednesday July 5, 2023. He was born July 19, 1983 in Vero Beach, Florida to Jack and Donna (Hancock) Gibson. Chad is survived by his sons, Evan, Adam, Jacob, Logan, and Ryan; mother Donna Gibson; sisters, Chelsea Jones (Colt) and Emily Gibson; and special friends, Tammy, Sami, Ashley,...

Jul 4, 2023

Mary Katherine Wilson, 73, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 4,2023.  She was born November 4, 1949, in Terre Haute to Earl and Beulah Anderson.  After retiring from Eli Lilly, she and her husband Philip owned and managed several rental properties.  Mary K. enjoyed renovating and maintaining the properties.  She could do it all...

Jul 4, 2023

Paul Edward Sturgis, 68 of Poland, married to Julia Claudette Sturgis for 47 years, owner of Sturgis Roofing and Remodeling passed peacefully in his sleep at home on July 4, 2023. He was born November 19, 1954 in Frankfort, Kentucky.  Paul was planning to watch the Linton 4th of July Parade on TV the next day and...

Jun 29, 2023

Bonita K. Eldred, 75, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday June 29, 2023 in Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She retired from the Maintenance Department at the Vigo County Courthouse. Bonita was born July 8, 1947 in Terre Haute to Harold "Buck" and Catherine (Edmonson) Krone. She is survived by daughters, Michelle Eldred (daughter-in-law, Tommie Cain)...

Jun 28, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rob Teague on June 28th, 2023 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Rob was a loving Husband, devoted Father, and cherished Poppy. After 26 months Rob won his fight with Glioblastoma Multiforme IV and moved on to his eternal life cancer free....

Jun 27, 2023

Linda Lee McGuire, 68, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday June 27, 2023 in Springhill Village. She was born February 26, 1955 in Lebanon, Indiana to Jamie Dean and Jean Louise (Wolfe) Kernodle. Linda is survived by her daughter, Amanda Vancel; son, Devon McGuire; brothers, Bob Kernodle (Marilyn) and John Kernodle (Karen); grandchildren, Luna Vancel, Korina McGuire,...

Jun 25, 2023

Alva Lyn Light, born January 8, 1951 in Clay City, Indiana, and passed away on June 25 , 2023 at home in Terre Haute, IN surrounded by family.

Alvie was the second of five children of Wilbur and Mary Lou Light. Alvie married Selestia (Moody) Light on February 23, 1973 and welcomed their daughter Kari...

Jun 21, 2023

Sarah E. Phelps, 79, of Clinton and formerly of Chicago Heights, Illinois, passed away Wednesday June 21, 2023 in her residence. She was born September 19, 1943 in Idaho to Paul and Stella (Jones) Morgan. Sarah is survived by her daughters, Ashley Schrock (Brad) and Audrey Anderson (Jeff); brother, Carlos Morgan; grandchildren, Shaylyn Price, Ayla Schrock, Nicole...

Jun 19, 2023

Cathy L. England, 63, of Clinton passed away Monday June 19, 2023 in Union Hospital in Clinton. She was born March 23, 1960 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to James and Betty (Dwyre) Barrett, Cathy is survived by her husband of 43 years, Michael England; daughter,  Chelsi Manley (Shane); sons, Matthew England (Candice) and Steven England (Laura); sisters,...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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....

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...

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...