obituaries

Jul 19, 2021

David Bik, 65, of Terre Haute, Indiana, died from cancer Monday, July 19, 2021, at his home surrounded by loving family.

He was born June 9, 1956, in Peabody, Massachusetts. Son of Peter and Filene Bik, David was a resident of the North Shore for 57 years. He most recently resided in Terre Haute, Indiana...

Jul 15, 2021

Robert  M. "Bob" Smith, 71, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021.  He was born June 18, 1950 in Terre Haute to Paul and Delores Smith.  Bob served his country in the U.S. Navy.  He was also a member of the American Legion 346 and Eagles 291.  Many knew Bob as a talented musician.  He...

Jul 15, 2021

Marion (Doug) (Jeep) Kluesner, 81, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday July 15, 2021. He was born March 4, 1940 to John and Lola (Wilkes) Kluesner. Remaining family is his wife Kathy; eight children; one sister; one sister-in-law; two daughters-in-law; one son-in-law and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 siblings.

Jul 12, 2021

After a short illness, Jonni Sue Hayes passed away on July 12, 2021 in Terre Haute Union Hospice Unit in Indiana. Jonni Maxey was born in Mattoon, Illinois on February 10, 1956 to John and Helen Fitzpatrick Maxey. She was raised by her mother and step father, Helen and Doc Edwards. Jonni's marriage to Pete Terrell brought...

Jul 11, 2021

Margaret Hamblen (09/08/1931 - 07/11/2021)

Margaret "Marge" Hamblen went to be with the Lord on July 11, 2021 at age 89. She enjoyed spending time with her family, going places with her best friend Joyce Hull, and spending time outdoors.

She is survived by her children Steve Hamblen and his wife, Stephanie, of...

Jul 8, 2021

Christopher Kenneth Story ,42 you probably knew as Chris passed on from this Earth to his Ultimate Party on Thursday July 8th 2021.He is survived by his mother Molly, his son Michael,his sister Misty and his Aunt Becky ,  along with nieces and nephews and extended family and friends from every Walk of Life. His spirit will...

Jul 7, 2021

Daryal "Dooby" Higgins, born in Albuquerque, NM on December 26, 1956, passed away peacefully at home on July 7 after a lengthy illness. He was married on July 2, 1982. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Jeri of Quincy IN, sons Sean (Stacey) Higgins of Quincy, IN and Mike (Michelle) of Clearwater, FL, grandchildren...

Jul 5, 2021

Alvin Watkins 70, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord on July 5th 2021.He was born on May 20, 1951 in Gary IN ,to Luke Watkins Sr. and Minnie Watkins. He is preceded in death by both parents. Alvin is survived by his companion,Marita Loftson ,siblings Inell Reed(Tommy) of Danville Ill. ,Lillian Rose Abraham and...

Jul 4, 2021

Julie Lyn Eslick left us on July 4th, 2021, to be with her Lord and Savior. Julie was born on May 11th, 1958, to Gilbert and Annette Fujawa. She was preceded in death by her first son, Jacob Wright; her sister, Jill; grandparents Al and Lois Fujawa; and Uncle Gary. Julie is survived by her husband Art;...

Jul 3, 2021

Dan Wesley Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 3rd, 2021. He spent his last days surrounded by family and friends. He was born Jan. 9th, 1927 in Cardonia, IN and was preceded in death by his parents Dan Wesley Sr. and Anna ( Hardman ) Wesley; as well as his brother John ( Jack...

Jun 28, 2021

Brook Franklin Hatfield, Sr., 91, was born in Terre Haute on June 23, 1930 to Frank and Edith Hatfield.  He transitioned on Monday, June 28, 2021.

Brook Hatfield was one of fourteen brothers and one sister.  Brook, aka, Sonny to many people who knew him, found God at an early age of sixteen giving himself...

Jun 28, 2021

Patsy L. Godbey, 85, of West Terre Haute passed away on June 28, 2021.  She was born on November 14, 1935 to George Terrell and Lorraine Martin Terrell. Patsy is preceded in death by both parents; husband Charles; siblings George Terrell and Betty Terrell. She is survived by her children Keith Godbey, Linda Creasey (Joe), Robin McConnaughey...

Jun 21, 2021

Patricia Sue Goodall, 74, passed away on June 21, 2021.  She was born on April 2, 1947 to Joseph Grist and Virginia Atkins Grist. Patricia is preceded in death by both parents as well as her son Robert D. Patton.  She is survived by her husband Richard Goodall; children Angela Vennard (Patton), Alicia Dammann (Edward), and Allen...

Jun 21, 2021

Michael Albert Blanc, 74, of Terre Haute passed away June 21, 2021.  He was born at St Anthony hospital on Easter Sunday April 6, 1947 to Jules Albert Blanc and Ruth (Hoffman) Blanc.  He is survived by his wife, Janice (Gorrell) Blanc, his children Brion Blanc (Tracy); Nicole (Blanc) Moore (Wayne); brother David Blanc (Cindy), Ruthanne (Blanc)...

Jun 20, 2021

James E. Ritchey, 68, of Paris, Illinois passed away Sunday June 20, 2021 in his residence. He was born February 12, 1953 in Vandalia, Illinois to Isaac E. and Marilyn J. (McNary) Ritchey. James is survived by his daughter, Leigh Anne Arriaga; son, Charles Ritchey; brother, Charles Ritchey; sisters, Callie Young, Viola Blankenship, Starla Spenner, and Sue...

Jun 20, 2021

James Merritt Sparks, 72, of Sullivan passed away Sunday June 20, 2021 in his residence. He was a equipment operator for Hoosier Energy at Merom. James was born April 4, 1949 in Linton to Gaylord and Mary E. (Merritt) Sparks. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Chrystal (Warnick) Sparks; daughters, Susan Gofourth (James) and...

Jun 20, 2021

Beverly Jean Claybaugh, 80, passed away on June 20, 2021.  She was born on July 28, 1940 to Margaret Thomas Claybaugh.  She is preceded in death by her mother, as well as her brother Kenneth Claybaugh.  Beverly is survived by her children Tim Cottom (Lora) and Tami Conwell; grandchildren Sunny, Anthony, Jared, Holly, and Samuel, and 7...

Jun 19, 2021

Cathy Moeller, 64, passed away peacefully in Noblesville June 19, 2021 surrounded by family members.

She was born December 4, 1956, in Terre Haute to Lawrence and Martha Moeller who have predeceased her.

She is survived by siblings, Annie (Mike) Beck of Indianapolis; Mary (Don) Beck of Indianapolis; Michael (Marilyn) Moeller of Clinton;...

Jun 19, 2021

Joseph Kevin Hewitt "Grumpy" 61 years old born December 17, 1959 to Joseph & Beverly Ann Hewitt in Terre Haute, Indiana. Passed away June 19th, 2021. Joe volunteered as a firefighter at the Farmersburg Fire Department for 20 years, he worked as both the Hymera and Farmersburg Town Marshall, prior to working at the Wabash Valley Correctional...

Jun 18, 2021

Francis Leon Rooksberry, 64, of Jasonville passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at his residence.  He was born September 25, 1956 in Joliet, Illinois to Floyd Rooksberry, Jr. and Joanna Thomas Rooksberry.  Francis loved to help others, he enjoyed shopping and was a huge fan of Mickey Mouse.  Most of all he loved to spend time with...