obituaries
Mark Edmund Wilmes
Jun 6, 2026
Mark Edmund Wilmes, 67, of Clinton, Indiana, reunited with his wife, Carla Wilmes, in Heaven on Saturday, June 6, 2026. He was born to Edmund James Wilmes and Helen Margaret (Lowell) Wilmes in Chicago, Illinois on February 13, 1959.
Mark was a devoted husband, loving father, brother, best friend, world class comedian, hack musician, and a straight shooter. A guy who...
Andrea N. Shepard
Jun 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Andrea Nicole Shepard
October 26, 1982 – June 5, 2026
Andrea Nicole Shepard, 43, passed away on June 5, 2026, in Spencer, Indiana. She was born on October 26, 1982 in Bloomington, Indiana, the daughter of Max Edward Shepard and Diana Lynn Tincher.
Andrea is survived by her beloved children, Alexandrea Nicole Schriver (Jacob), Trinity Nicole Alexander (Dominic), and...
Arthur Frederick Sells
Jun 5, 2026
Arthur Frederick Sells, 68, of Poland, Indiana passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 in his home. He was born to Arthur Sells and Jane (Raglow) Sells in Chicago, Illinois on March 3, 1958. Arthur worked as a Mechanical Engineer Contractor for Baker Perkins.
Arthur was a member of CMA – Christian Motorcycle Association. He also enjoyed woodworking, shooting guns, and...
Brenda Stacey Patrick
Jun 4, 2026
Brenda Stacey Patrick, 63, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday June 4, 2026 in her residence. She was born January 9, 1963 in Wurzberg, Germany to James and Grace (Branneman) Williams. Brenda is survived by her mother, Grace Williams; daughter, Jacque Eversole (Dishun Pickens); son, Justin Eversole; sisters, Elaine Lacey Williams and Andrea Tracey Williams; grandchildren, Mazikeen Pickens, Jacques Eversole-...
Connie Elaine (Gayle) Griffin
Jun 2, 2026
Connie Griffin, 78, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026,in her home with the wonderful care of Gentiva (Hospice). She was born on January 22, 1948, and lived a life filled with love, creativity, and devotion to her family.
Connie is survived by her loving husband, Larry Griffin, sister Sue Johnson, her two sons, Mickey Griffin and his wife, Tessa, and...
Jeffery Wayne Ray
May 31, 2026
Jeffery W. Ray of Linton, Indiana, formerly of Ft. Wayne, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on May 31, 2026. He was a 1976 graduate of Homestead High School, where he lettered two years in football and wrestling. He then graduated in 1981 from IU in Bloomington with a degree in Liberal Arts. He was an avid fan...
Elizabeth Ann Coons
May 31, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Coons, 75, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in Terre Haute.
She was born on September 14, 1950, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to the late Stanley and Madeleine (Hemminghouse) Machango.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William R. “Bill” Coons, whom she married...
Bobby Ray Stringer Jr.
May 30, 2026
Bobby Ray Stringer, 58, of Terre Haute passed away at home on Saturday, May 30, 2026 after an extended illness. Bobby was born in Terre Haute on December 11, 1967 to Bobby Stringer Sr. and Irene Clymer Stringer. He was a 1986 graduate of Terre Haute North High School. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Bobby...
Linda Sue Reed
May 28, 2026
Linda Sue Reed, 72, of Cloverdale, passed away Thursday May 28, 2026 in her residence. She was born May 28, 1954 in Marion County to Joseph H. and Barbara J. Lingenfelter. Linda is survived by her daughters, Precious Regan and Melissa Monnett; sister, Diane Hurley; brothers, Robert Lingenfelter and Arthur Lingenfelter; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be...
Dixie Lee Thompson
May 28, 2026
Dixie Lee Thompson, 67, of Shelburn, Indiana passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026. She was born on February 14, 1959, in Danville, Illinois to Franklin Osborne and Wilma Stark Osborne. Dixie married Aloysius Thompson on March 20, 1976. She was a “professional shopper”. And once she couldn’t go to the stores she figured out how to shop online. She...
John Wayne Nevins
May 28, 2026
John Wayne Nevins, age 80, passed away peacefully at home. He was born August 10, 1945 in Rosedale, Indiana to Russell Alden Nevins and Dorothy Bernice Ames Nevins.
He retired from the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He graduated from Gerstmeyer High School in the class of 1963. Immediately after graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He...
Mickey Eugene Moody
May 27, 2026
Mickey Eugene Moody, 75, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born in Terre Haute on March 27, 1951, to Earl Moody and Violet Bedwell Moody. Mickey loved music, especially Elvis. He enjoyed singing Karaoke and dancing. It was a family tradition for anyone celebrating a birthday that he sang to them “Sixteen Candles”. Mickey...
Virginia Ione (Nehf) Claussen
May 26, 2026
Virginia Ione (Nehf) Claussen, 85, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Westminster Village on May 26, 2026.
Raised in Terre Haute, IN Virginia attended Wiley High School before marrying and raising six children. Her family continued to grow through many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy.
Virginia will be remembered for her strong faith in God,...
Charlee S. Vicars
May 26, 2026
Charlee S. Vicars, 39, of West Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was born to Charles Vicars and Susie (Frazier) Vicars on December 3, 1986 in Terre Haute. Charlee loved cleaning and even made a career out of it.
Charlee was a happy-go-lucky person and had an extremely kind soul; she never meet a stranger. She...
Deanna L. Tanner (Edwards)
May 26, 2026
Deanna L. Tanner (Edwards)
It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our dear Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother Deanna L.Tanner went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 26th 2026.She was born in Terre Haute , Indiana to John ( Samuel )Edwards and Edna L. Edwards ( Brownfield )
She retired from the Vigo County Clerks office...
Dean George Goranson
May 24, 2026
Dean George Goranson, 77, of Terre Haute passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026.He was born on December 24, 1948, in Kokomo, Indiana to Charles Goranson and Juanita Boyer Goranson. Dean was a 1968 graduate of Kokomo High School. He also attended Ball State University.Dean worked in sales and insurance. He moved to Terre Haute in 2010. Dean loved cats...
Brenda Fortson
May 23, 2026
Brenda Stewart-Fortson, 82 of Terre Haute, passed away on May 23, 2026. She was born on January 1, 1944 in Russelville, Kentucky to the late Frank Wells and Ellen Hughes Wells.
A full notice will be available soon.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church located at 1000 S 15th Street Terre Haute, beginning...
Rene Anthony Foli
May 22, 2026
Rene Anthony Foli, lovingly known to generations as “Coach,” passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on June 5, 1945, Rene lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and an unwavering dedication to shaping the lives of young men through education and football.
Rene called many Indiana communities home throughout his life, including Knox,...
Lillian Faye Brock
May 19, 2026
Lillian Faye Brock, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Towne Park Nursing Home in Brazil, Indiana. She was born August 8, 1939 in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Earl Lee Brock and Grace Irene (Townsend) Brock.
Lillian was the loving mother of five children and stepmother to three more. Her life was marked by resilience, deep faith, and...
Bishop Huron Alan Seaton
May 19, 2026
Bishop Huron Alan Seaton, 90, of Terre Haute went to be with his Lord and Savior and reunited with his lovely Anna on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He was born on October 26, 1935, in Lansing, Michigan to the late Carl and Nina Seaton. Huron married the love of his life, Anna A. Grady Seaton, on April 9, 1953. They...