obituaries

Mar 20, 2026

Sue Ellen (Campbell) Davis went to meet her loving Father on Friday, March 20, 2026, the first day of Spring. Her family takes comfort in the image of her resting safely in her Father's arms, seeing the nail-scarred hands and feet, and receiving His welcome with deep love and pride in a life faithfully lived and a job well...

Mar 19, 2026

Marilyn Rose Kaniewski O'Donnell, 86, of Terre Haute, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Marilyn was born April 30, 1939, to Edwin and Rosalie Stephanie Kaniewski in her grandmother's home in Milford, Illinois.

She began her employment before graduation from Williamsport High School in May of 1957 and started her career at The DeMatte Agency in...

Mar 18, 2026

Jay Patrick Carleton, 55, of Terre Haute, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. He was born in West Alice, Wisconsin on October 6, 1970, to Keith Carleton and Patricia Hoepfner Carleton. Jay enjoyed fishing, especially deep-sea fishing when he lived in Florida. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, "Go Pack Go". Jay was a truck driver...

Mar 13, 2026

Brian Keith Smith left this world on Friday, the 13th day of March 2026. He was at home when he had an instant, massive heart attack. His wife of 45 years, Doris, was at his side when he moved on to a better place.

He was born in Peoria to Ruth Smith on June 18, 1956 and...

Mar 11, 2026

Sylvia M. Mail, 87, of Terre Haute went to be in her eternal home in heaven March 11, 2026.  She was the daughter of Fredrick and Josephine (James) Mail.  She retired as an inspector for the State of Indiana Highway Department and was a member of Bethany Community Church of West Terre Haute.  She was preceded in death by...

Mar 11, 2026

Linda Lou Westfall Catterlin, 80, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on April 13, 1945, in Brazil, Indiana to Marvin Catterlin and Esther King Wagle. Linda loved to garden and plant beautiful flowers in the yard. She was a member of the Burnett Bible Church and enjoyed helping with Vacation Bible School....

Mar 9, 2026

Phyllis Ruth Lubbehusen, 93, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Commons of Honey Creek.

She was born January 26, 1933, in Sullivan, Indiana, to Evelyn Meek Burkeybyle and Emory Burkeybyle. She married the love of her life, Arthur Lubbehusen, in 1962.

Phyllis worked at Bell Telephone, Roots Department Store,...

Mar 6, 2026

Betty M. Drake, 99, passed away on March 6, 2026. She was born on July 16, 1926 in Carlisle to Hershell and Gladys Wolfe. Betty retired after 30 years working as an LPN at the Mary Sherman Hospital in Sullivan. She also loved to quilt and crochet.

She is survived by her children Tom Drake (Joyce), Darlene...

Mar 5, 2026

Jeffery L White born February 20, 1954 passed away to soon on March 5, 2026 to be with our Lord and Savior.

Jeff retired from the army after 20 years and was a caregiver until he passed. Jeff served in the Gulf Wars and had received several medals and accommodations, including two Bronze service stars.

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Mar 5, 2026

Richard Lee Whitaker, Jr., 56, of Montezuma, Indiana passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.  He was born to Richard Whitaker and Sharon (Grady) Whitaker on August 25, 1969 in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Rich worked in receiving in the aviation industry.  He married his wife, Susan (Smith) Whitaker on January 28, 2023.

In his free time, Rich...

Mar 4, 2026

Oscar G. Sison, a cherished resident of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 89 years old, just eight days shy of his 90th birthday.

Born in Manila, Philippines, on March 12, 1936, Oscar received his early education through high school at the prestigious University of Santo...

Mar 4, 2026

Willard "Dale" Whitlock, 89, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on January 1, 1937 in Vigo County to Guy Whitlock and Mary (Schomer) Whitlock. Dale was a proud Navy veteran and enjoyed attending his Navy reunions. He was an avid fan of high school basketball and Wabash Valley Classic, and he went on many trips with...

Mar 4, 2026

James "Jim" Harkness, Sr., born January 12, 1935, to Forrest and Helen Harkness, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026. He graduated from Terre Haute State High School in 1953, where he was well known throughout the valley for his excellence on the basketball court. After graduating, he honorably served his county as a member of the United States...

Mar 3, 2026

Linda Jane Gargus, 64, of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma 8 years. She fought like a brave warrior and remained independent for many of those years. Linda was a nurse for over 35 years, specializing in geriatric care. She enjoyed riding motorcycles, vacationing with family, listening to music and...

Mar 1, 2026

David Lee Higginbotham, 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away at Union Hospital Regional in Terre Haute at 1:09 a.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2026.  He was born to Ruby E. (Davidson) Higginbotham on November 11, 1953 in Terre Haute.  She preceded him in death on March 30, 2008.  David married the love of his life, Mary J. (Burskey)...

Feb 28, 2026

Melinda passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. She was born in Terre Haute on April 18, 1985, but spent most of her life in Florida. Mindy is survived by her mother, Kely Palmer, and her daughter, Callan Lena Amelia Smith. She was preceded in death by her father, James K. Moulton Jr.

Mindy loved deep-sea fishing,...

Feb 28, 2026

Gloria Jean (Thomas) Pilkington, 78, passed away on February 28, 2026 at 4:30 am in her home in Seelyville. She was born on October 20, 1947 to John Thomas and Hilda (Martin) Thomas.

She was a loving sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great-grandma.

She was preceded in death by both her parents, brother Pete Thomas,...

Feb 28, 2026

Harold "Hal" Larsen Wingler, 82, of Terre Haute passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1943, in Terre Haute to Ernest Wingler and Lela Wanda Stevens Wingler. Hal proudly served his country in the United States Navy retiring after 22 years and 7 months. He was a Navy Fleet Diesel Inspector. Hal was...

Feb 28, 2026

Thomas O'Neil Mickey, 65, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1960 in Terre Haute to Roscoe and Mary (Buckner) Mickey. Thomas worked for Ampacet Corporation for 47 years. He loved golfing, fishing, and mushroom hunting, and he also enjoyed working in his garden.

He is survived by his wife of 46...

Feb 27, 2026

Rick Joseph Waltermire, 72, of Terre Haute, IN passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born to Winston Worth Waltermire and Lorraine Eunice (Daily) Waltermire on August 11, 1953 in Vigo County. Rick worked as a Maintenance Mechanic for International Paper. He married the love of his life, Brenda (Riggs) Waltermire on December 11, 1971.

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