obituaries


Ruth Ann (Hicks)  Puckett

Ruth Ann (Hicks) Puckett

Oct 26, 2024

Ruth Ann Puckett, 85, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday October 26, 2024 in her residence. She was born September 23, 1939 in Vigo County to Robert H. and Reggie Mae (Roberts) Hicks. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Summer Slankard (Mark); sons, Duane Huebner (Sandy), Paul Huebner (Peggy), Jim Huebner (Lesley), and Craig Huebner (Paula); step-daughters, Wendi Morgan...

Robert "Bob" M. Neal

Robert "Bob" M. Neal

Oct 25, 2024

Robert M. Neal (Bob), born on July 24, 1927 in Sullivan, IN, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 25, 2024 after a brave battle with cancer. Bob, lovingly known as Papa, passed away peacefully with his family beside him. He was 97 years old. Bob was preceded in death by the love of his life...

Billy Leonard Wortman

Billy Leonard Wortman

Oct 21, 2024

Billy Leonard Wortman, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and in the tender embrace of his wife, Diana, on October 21, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Essie Mae (Costner) Wortman. Bill is survived by his wife Diana, whom he shared more than thirty-three years; a blended family, Denise (Andrew) Harvey, Lee...

Wilma Rose (Kisner)  Allen

Wilma Rose (Kisner) Allen

Oct 20, 2024

Wilma Rose Allen, 95, of Brazil and formerly of Terre Haute passed away Sunday October 20, 2024 in her residence. She worked for many years at the Holiday Inn. Wilma was born September 18, 1929 in Vigo County to Lawrence and Evertia (Simmrel) Kisner. She is survived by her daughters, Joyce Ann Shadow and Nancy Rose Knight (Darel); son,...

Nancy Jean (Rhoden)  Beel

Nancy Jean (Rhoden) Beel

Oct 10, 2024

Nancy Jean Beel, 77, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday October 10, 2024 in Gibson Family Hospice Center. She spent many years working in Paitson Brothers Paint Department and she also worked for Farm Bureau Insurance. She was born December 13, 1946 in Terre Haute to Bernard O. and Emma Jean (Horn) Rhoden. Nancy is survived her daughter, Cassie...

Gail Ann Crossno

Gail Ann Crossno

Oct 8, 2024

Gail Ann (Gehring) Crossno, 68, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at her home. She was born on September 9, 1956 in Terre Haute to Robert and Eva Gehring. Gail married Randall Crossno on February 2, 1974. She enjoyed going to yard sales, and she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is...

Roberta R. (Drake)  Bays

Roberta R. (Drake) Bays

Oct 4, 2024

Roberta R. Bays, 87, of Terre Haute passed away Friday October 4, 2024 in her residence. She was born August 21, 1937 in Terre Haute to William Earl and Ruth Francis (Gilbert) Drake. Roberta is survived by her daughters, Dianna McGranahan, Darla Bays, Cheryl Bays Arnett, and Carolyn Rader (James); sons, David Bradbury (Delana), Gary Bays (Jennifer), and Wayne...

Therese "Terry" Lynn Miller

Therese "Terry" Lynn Miller

Oct 2, 2024

Therese Lynn "Terry" Miller, 70, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday October 2, 2024 in Gibson Family Hospice Center. She was born August 7, 1954 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Pierre and Coloma Jean (Gibbons) Miller. Terry is survived by her sister, Laura Garrett; brother, William Miller; guardian, Anna Conwell (Dave); many nieces, nephews, and an abundant amount of friends....

Hilary Lynn (Leidolf)  Lohrman

Hilary Lynn (Leidolf) Lohrman

Oct 1, 2024

Hilary Lynn Leidolf Lohrman, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, retired nurse, and passionate advocate for human rights, passed away on October 1, 2024, at the age of 69. She was at home with her beloved husband Ed of 37 years, and their loyal dog, Coco, when she slipped away. Born on August 19, 1955 in Anderson, IN, Hilary lived...

Mary Elizabeth Summers

Mary Elizabeth Summers

Oct 1, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (Butler) Summers,84, of Terre Haute passed away on October 1, 2024 at Union Hospital.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. at Times of Refreshing Church located at 1610 N. 25th Street, Terre Haute on Saturday, October 12, 2024.  The funeral service will commence at the church beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Bishop Tommie Gregory officiating. ...

Joanne Helton

Joanne Helton

Oct 1, 2024

Elsie Joan (Joanne) Taylor Helton passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.  She was born April 27, 1937, in South Bend, Indiana to Ameridith Taylor and Edith V. Jennings Taylor.  Joanne worked at Packard Shirts, Quaker Maid, and was a cashier at Great Scott Grocery and Kroger Stores.  She then went on to follow her dream of selling real...

Donald "Don" Robert Elmore

Donald "Don" Robert Elmore

Oct 1, 2024

Donald "Don" Robert Elmore, 88, passed away on October 1, 2024. He was born on December 02, 1935 in Seelyville, IN to Edward and Beatrice Elmore. He was a musician who played the guitar and sang gospel music, and he loved to collect eagle keepsakes. Donald was also a minister of the Gospel and a member of the Sanctuary...

Ralph P. Reynolds

Ralph P. Reynolds

Sep 30, 2024

Ralph P. Reynolds, 58, passed away on September 30, 2024. He was born in Terre Haute to Raymond and Lacheeta Reynolds. Ralph married Cheryl Reynolds on June 21, 1999. He also served as a proud Army veteran.

He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, stepson David Paul (Jessica), stepdaughters Melissa Ogdon and Cheryl Foreman...

Terre Joe Adams

Terre Joe Adams

Sep 27, 2024

Terre Jo Adams, 62, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024.  She was born February 26, 1962, in Blanford, Indiana to Robert Adams and Joyce Toppas Adams.

Spending time with her family was most important to her.  Terre loved watching the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Cubs, Notre Dame football, and Indiana Hoosiers basketball. She also...

Dawn Elaine Lawrence

Dawn Elaine Lawrence

Sep 26, 2024

Dawn Elaine Lawrence, 67, of Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones.  She was born August 27, 1957, in Terre Haute to Howard E. Pennell and Mary Ruth Pierce Pennell.  Dawn loved to bake and make everything from scratch.  Her pies were a family favorite.  She enjoyed planting flowers and...

Henry Irvin Ellinger

Henry Irvin Ellinger

Sep 24, 2024

Henry Irvin Ellinger, 84, passed away on September 24, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born on July 31, 1940 in Terre Haute to Walter Ellinger and Blanche (Robins) Ellinger. Henry was a huge Dale Earnhardt fan, and he enjoyed the trips he took to watch the races with the Good Ol' Boys Racing group. He...

Marjorie "Margie" Kay Myles Clark

Marjorie "Margie" Kay Myles Clark

Sep 23, 2024

Marjorie "Margie" Kay Myles Clark, 86, of Terre Haute passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at her home surrounded by family.  She was born July 9, 1938, in Terre Haute, to James Orval Myles and Inez Waneta Smith Myles.  Margie was a 1956 graduate of Wyley High School.  She married the love of her life, Charles "Charlie" Clark...

Michael Hatcher

Michael Hatcher

Sep 20, 2024

Michael Joseph Hatcher, 59, passed away on September 20, 2024. He was born on November 6, 1964 in Terre Haute to Danny J. Hatcher and Evelyn C. (Thomas) Hatcher. He worked on oil rigs in Louisiana and then later worked in construction. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and boating.

He is survived by his father...

Thomas Warren Montgomery

Thomas Warren Montgomery

Sep 20, 2024

Thomas Warren Montgomery, 87, of Terre Haute Indiana, passed away at home surrounded by family on September 20, 2024, after battling cancer.

Tom was born on November 27, 1937, to Myrtle and Otto in Bloomington, Indiana. Tom graduated from Honey Creek High School. He enlisted in the United States Navy and received an Honorable Discharge in April...

Fred John Degraves

Fred John Degraves

Sep 20, 2024

Fred John DeGraves, 94, died September 20, 2024, at Westmister Health Center in Terre Haute, Indiana. Fred was born August 6, 1930, to Robert and Anna (Skok) DeGraves in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents Robert Henry and Anna (Skok), daughter Pam Allen, sister Ruth Ann Rood, brothers Robert and James DeGraves,...