obituaries

Feb 27, 2026

Dawnella "Dawn" Dru Welch, 60, of Jasonville, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, February 27, 2026 at Terre Haute Regional hospital. She was born July 2, 1965 in Martinsville, IN to Donovan "Don" Ross Housel and Lena Drucilla "Dru" (Foster) Housel.

Dawn had worked at many jobs throughout her life; notable...

Feb 26, 2026

Blaine Pippins, 72, of Terre Haute passed away at The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care at Union Hospital on February 26, 2026. He was born on August 31, 1953, in Dexter, Missouri to James and Nelta (Williams) Pippins. He was a 1971 graduate of Gerstmeyer High School. He was a lifelong avid fan of his beloved St. Louis Cardinals....

Feb 26, 2026

Beverly A. McClure, born September 5, 1952, in Staten Island, New York, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on February 26, 2026, at her home in Spencer, Indiana surrounded by the love of her family.

Beverly was fluent in American Sign Language earning a degree from Gallaudet University and served as a Sign...

Feb 24, 2026

Buckey, 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24,2026, at home with family by his side, after a short illness.  He enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting, fishing. He loved the outdoors and  spending time with family and friends. He worked with Southard  Homes for 12 years, and was a painter before that. He is survived by brothers...

Feb 20, 2026

Tonya Sue Julian, 55, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.  She was born to Gary Dean Julian and Paulette Sue (Robinson) Isabell in Vincennes, Indiana on February 14, 1971.

Tonya enjoyed coloring and making others laugh by acting goofy.  She loved to dress-up – doing her hair, nails, and makeup...

Feb 20, 2026

Michael Joseph Hall, 57, of Terre Haute passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 20, 2026. Michael was born on September 19, 1968, in Anderson, Indiana to Lanny and Geneva (Burden) Hall Stewart.

Mike graduated from Indiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Human Performance, with emphasis on Recreation...

Feb 19, 2026

Todd Alan Alkire II, 37, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on February 19, 2026.  He was born to Todd Alkire I and Pennie Edmonson on December 17, 1988 in Terre Haute.  Todd loved watching football and loved his dogs.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his daughter.

Todd is survived by both...

Feb 18, 2026

Dr. Douglas Timmons, 83, of Brazil, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at Union Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family.

Born on January 9, 1943, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Douglas was the son of the late Bert A. and Margaret (Hacket) Timmons. As a lifelong educator, Dr. Timmons spent his career in various capacities, driven by...

Feb 17, 2026

Geneva Ann Walden McGee, 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. She was born on November 20, 1927, in Terre Haute to Ulysses Augustus Walden and Grace Wilcox Walden Moore.

She grew up in the Highland Community attending Highland School and Gerstmeyer High School. Geneva performed in high...

Feb 17, 2026

Firman "Joe" Joseph Cordell, 81, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born on May 29, 1944 in Terre Haute to William G. Cordell and Mary (Davis) Cordell Burris. Joe loved to hunt and fish. He was a hustler, and he also enjoyed setting up at flea markets and the Covered Bridge Festival.

He...

Feb 16, 2026

Evan David Boyer of Terre Haute passed away on February 16th, just weeks after his 69th birthday. He was born in Berea, Ohio on January 28, 1957 to Martha Ann and Merle Sheldon Boyer.

Evan graduated from Terre Haute North where he was a standout athlete on the swim team, holding school records for the...

Feb 16, 2026

John passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's disease. John was born July 26, 1943 to John E Akers Sr. and Frances (Donham) Akers. He had 5 siblings: sisters Kay, Pearl, and Linda, and brothers Foster and Stanley.

After high school, he went and served his country in the army. Upon returning from...

Feb 15, 2026

Vicky Lynn Chaney, 70, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026.  She was born to Carl Chaney and Rosemary (Campbell) Chaney on July 31, 1955 in Terre Haute.

Vicky worked at Vigo Bowl in Customer Service, doing a little bit of everything, including bartending.  She was a lifelong bowler and enjoyed...

Feb 15, 2026

Marsha K. Euratte, born on May 8, 1938, the beloved daughter of Fred Boyer and Marjorie Parker-Boyer, lived a life filled with love, warmth, and quiet strength. She was a woman whose heart was rooted deeply in family, friendship, and simple joys. Marsha was a devoted mother to Doug Euratte and his wife Pam, Denise Kassis and...

Feb 14, 2026

Earl Gene Neiswinger, 83, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday February 14, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 18, 1942 in Terre Haute to Keith and Ruth (Hartley) Neiswinger. Earl is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Nancy (Lamb) Neiswinger; daughter, Tona Bean (Bruce); son, Todd Neiswinger (Ceneta); sister, Sarah Dye...

Feb 14, 2026

Charles E Adams JR was 77 he passed away at his home in Poland, Indiana.  He had two surviving daughters, Joy L Adams and Connie J Adams. He had 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was a hard-working man and a great father and husband to our mother Almeata Frances Adams.

Cremation has been...

Feb 14, 2026

Ronald D. Jarrett, 83, passed away February 14, 2026.  He was born on October 2,1942 to Roy and Lucile Jarrett.  Ron was preceded by death by both parents as well as his siblings Pauline, Ted, Bud, Ruby, and Joyce.  He is survived by his sister Sharon Leger (Chris) and several nieces and nephews. Ron served his country...

Feb 13, 2026

Donald "Buddy" Lee Pifer, 60, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1965, to Farrell Pifer and Charlotte Porter Pifer. Buddy loved fishing. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed watching racing.  Buddy was a very hard worker and had a heart of gold. He was always there...

Feb 12, 2026

Joseph Lee Euliss, 62, passed away on February 12, 2026. He was born on July 12, 1963 in Indianapolis to Robert Euliss and Ann (Volz) Euliss.

Joseph is survived by his brother Steven Euliss and sisters Christina Simpson and DeAnna Euliss. He is preceded in death by both his parents.

Cremation has been...

Feb 12, 2026

John Martin Boyke, 78, passed away on February 12, 2026. He was born on September 6, 1947 in Terre Haute to John J. Boyke and Martha A. (Crowley) Boyke. John married Patricia (Fry) Boyke on April 19, 1969.

John was a self-employed truck driver and operating engineer through the Local Union 841. He loved hunting,...