obituaries

Dec 16, 2024

Shirley McClure Johnson was born on September 13, 1938, in Sullivan, Indiana, to Clem and Delores McClure. She was the second oldest of her four siblings: Donald, Sharon, Richard, and Judy. Shirley is survived only by her sister, Sharon Swayze, of Avon, Indiana (along with a niece and several nephews).

Shirley was a loving wife who married...

Dec 9, 2024

Jessica (Jessie) Marie Oliver, born on February 6, 1984, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Bill and Ellie Oliver, met Jesus while holding her parents' hands on December 9, 2024, in Costa Rica.

She is survived by her daughter, Valeska Oliver, of Costa Rica; brother, Jeremiah (Katie); nephews Peyton and Devon Oliver; grandfather, Ron Oliver; and many family...

Dec 5, 2024

Lois Ellen Campbell, 92, of Terre Haute and formerly of Indianapolis passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024.  She was born on August 9, 1932, in Indianapolis to Ernest Tutterow and Christina Twente Tutterow.  Lois was a talented organ player, playing at her church for many years.  She enjoyed playing cards and was a skilled bowler in her younger...

Dec 4, 2024

On December 4, 2024, Mary Marie Taylor Geiger left this earth at the age of 104.

Mary was born on August 25, 1920 in Lewis, Indiana, the fifth of eleven children of Joe Taylor and Tessa Sharpe. She had humble beginnings, raised with her brothers and sisters during the Great Depression. In the years that followed, she...

Dec 3, 2024

Lee O. Sluder passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was 92 years old.

Lee was born on April 5, 1932, in Sullivan County, Indiana. He was the son of Charles and Ada (Reynolds)...

Nov 30, 2024

Harry Junior Long, 95, of Sullivan passed away Saturday November 30, 2024 in his residence with his wife and son by his side. He was born August 5, 1929 in Muncie, Indiana to Harry F and Ruth M. (Stoneburner) Long. Harry is survived by wife, Mary (Smith) Long; daughter, Theresa Bailey (Larry); son, Michael Long; bonus daughter, Kim Figg...

Nov 29, 2024

Charles Ray Harden, a beloved father, grandfather, revered businessman, and devoted friend to many, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 4:35 a.m. on Friday, November 29, 2024, at The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was 71 years old.

Charles was born on March 27, 1953, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to...

Nov 24, 2024

Suzanne (Suzie) Wester, 59, of Terre Haute, IN passed away Sunday, November 24th, 2024. She was born October 14th, 1965, to Marianne and David Gagnon. She graduated from West Vigo High School in 1983. She was a member of the National Honor Society and was on the Vikettes dance team. She also participated in the 4-wheel Drive Mud Runners...

Nov 22, 2024

Carl David Norris, 79, of Terre Haute passed away Friday November 22, 2024 in St. Vincent Heart Center. He was owner of Norris Machine, Inc. He was born January 2, 1945 in Winamac, Indiana to Arlo and Louise (Rose) Norris. Carl is survived by his loving wife of 50+ years, Carla Smith Massey Norris; daughters, Stacey Coletti (Tony) and...

Nov 21, 2024

Randall A. "Randy" Crossno, 68, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday November 21, 2024 in Gibson Family Hospice Center. He was born May 26, 1956 in Hammond, Indiana to William and Marjorie (Daves) Crossno. Randy is survived by his sons, Timothy Crossno (Tina) and Joshua Crossno (Elicia); grandchildren, Faith Crossno, Joshua Crossno II, and Timothy Crossno, Jr.. He was...

Nov 20, 2024

Donald Lee Nicoson, Jr., 69, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Betty Wright Nicoson, devoted son Donald Lee Nicoson, III, and cherished grandchildren Aria Nicoson and Silas Nicoson.

Private graveside services are being held.

Nov 19, 2024

Amanda A. Hancock, 36, of Westphalia, passed away on November 19, 2024.  She was born on August 11, 1987, in Sullivan, Indiana to Lonnie Arnold and Florence A. McCulley Arnold.  Amanda worked as a CNA.  She was also a truck driver, taught by her father and she could handle trucks with the best of them.  Amanda enjoyed fishing and...

Nov 14, 2024

Frank L. Hettlinger, Sr., 94, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday November 14, 2024, in Union Hospital. He was a retired Major General for the Indiana Air National Guard with headquarters at Stout Field, Indianapolis. As commander, he had the overall command responsibility for the Indiana Air National Guard units including the 122nd Tactical Fighter Wing, Fort Wayne; the...

Nov 13, 2024

James "Jim" David Travis, 81 of Terre Haute and formerly of Hickory, NC passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024.  He was born in the town of Hickory, NC on September 1, 1943 to Frank and Agnes (Vanhorn) Travis.  Jim was a Vietnam veteran who served honorably in the U.S. Army and received a Purple Heart.  He was an avid...

Nov 11, 2024

Janice McCain, 83, of Carlisle and formerly of Terre Haute passed away Monday November 11, 2024 in her residence. She was born March 21, 1941 in Terre Haute to Jack and Anna (LaClave) Conway. Janice is survived by her daughter, Karen Todd (Lonnie); step-son, Darrel McCain (Kellie); step-daughters, Monica Hendrix (Joe) and Teresa Babyak (George); grandchildren, Justin Todd (Brandi),...

Nov 10, 2024

Rose Mary Piety, Prairie Creek, died at her home on November 10, 2024.  She was born in Terre Haute on September 8, 1932 to Harry and Pauline (Higginbotham) Inks.   She was a homemaker.  She loved and cherished her entire family and that love was returned to her by all of them.  She was a lifelong member of St. Margaret...

Nov 10, 2024

Fern Ellen Foutz Van Allen, 91, of Terre Haute passed away at her home on Sunday, November 10, 2024.  She was born on March 3, 1933, in Sullivan County to Byron Foutz and Fern Ellen Montgomery Foutz.  Fern graduated in 1957 from the Union Hospital School of Nursing.  She worked at the hospital and doctors' offices until 1963, when...

Nov 9, 2024

Dorothy Rebecca Strain-Nichols, 80, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis with her immediate family at her side. She was born August 30, 1944 in Terre Haute to Earl and Betty (Russell) Strain. Dorothy worked at Holiday Inn for many years until her retirement. Dorothy is survived...

Nov 7, 2024

Billie Lou Cvengros, 88, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday November 7, 2024 in Cobblestone Crossing Health Campus. She was a 3rd grade teacher for 25 years at Van Duyn Elementary in Clinton. She was born January 23, 1936 in Terre Haute to William and Catherine (Giacoletto) Vitalie. Billie is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Donald...

Nov 6, 2024

Bryan Austin Barnes, 25, from Terre Haute, Indiana was taken home by his heavenly father to eternal peace on November 6, 2024.

The light that Bryan brought into our world in such a short time with his endless compassion, joy, energy, and love of life could never be forgotten.  Bryan will be sorely missed by all who...