obituaries

Jan 21, 2024

Suzanne Cristee, age 86, passed away at Union Hospital on January 21, 2024. Born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, to parents, Vernon and M. Dorotha (Burton) Cristee, she spent most of her life in Terre Haute, Indiana. After attending Wiley High School, she was e by the Vigo County Library for 45 years, serving in various capacities until her retirement in...

Jan 19, 2024

Clara Kathryn Wilson, affectionately known as "Kat," peacefully passed away at the age of 95 on January 19, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family. Born in South Pittsburgh, TN, on September 22, 1928, to Gordon and Clara Mae Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 66 years, Herbie, two sons Harold Wilson...

Jan 17, 2024

Mark Benson Falber, 70, of Terre Haute passed away on January 17, 2024, at his residence.  He was born February 3, 1953, in Terre Haute to L. Elaine Falber and Benjamin Falber.

Mark was survived by two cousins April Richert, of St. Charles Missouri and William Graham of Longmont, Colorado.  He was predeceased in death my his...

Jan 16, 2024

Benjamin "Ben" Michael Myers, 26 years old, of Terre Haute Indiana passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on his way to work the morning of January 16, 2024.

Ben was born on February 5, 1997, to parents Denise Titzer and Michael Myers.

Ben spent much of his early life playing sports - Golf, Basketball,...

Jan 9, 2024

Nilda M. Criss, 80, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1943 in Terre Haute, IN to Mable Jane Wilson Clark and Earl Franklin Clark.

She was preceded in death by her parents Mable Jane Wilson Clark and Earl Franklin Clark, her sister Karen Jane Clark Dexter and her sister Harriet...

Jan 9, 2024

Alma Anna "Amy" (Fick) Watson, 99, passed away on January 9, 2024, at Cobblestone Crossings Health Campus in Terre Haute after a long life and a brief illness.  She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 3, 1924, to Charles and Carrie Fick. She grew up in West Terre Haute, Indiana, graduated from Valley High School in 1942, and...

Jan 8, 2024

Barbara Lee Randall, 97, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024.

She was born on April 5, 1926 in Richmond, VA to John Albert Tyler and Moss Munsey Tyler.

Barbara worked in the nursing field for many years. She also was a longtime volunteer with the American Heart Association and the Community Theatre of Clay...

Jan 7, 2024

Dr. Paul Burkett, 67, of Terre Haute, IN, died from sudden complications of acute myeloid leukemia on January 7, 2024. He died at home, lovingly attended by his wife Suzanne and son Shaun.

Paul was born in Wyandotte, MI in 1956 to William Loyd Burkett and Dorothy Whalen Burkett.

Paul attended Wyandotte Roosevelt High School,...

Jan 7, 2024

Trenton Coron Holloway, 23, passed away January 7, 2024. He was born on November 15, 2000 in Terre Haute to Freddie Holloway and Christy Wiseman Peterson. Trenton worked as an operator for Taghleef Industries, and he loved his job.

Trenton played on different sports teams during high school. He enjoyed longboarding, playing video games, and going to...

Jan 6, 2024

In Loving Memory of Bonnie Marlene Flynn, who passed away surrounded in love on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

Bonnie was born on March 3, 1951 to Peggy Lee Grimes (Sullivan, IN) and the late William Russel Stone, and was a stepdaughter of Otis Grimes.

She is survived by her daughter Amy Anderson (Terre Haute, IN)...

Jan 5, 2024

Ronald James Knopp, 74, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024.  He was born October 10, 1949, in Terre Haute to Homer J. Knopp and Mary L. Beddow Knopp.  Ronald proudly served his country in the United States Army in Viet Nam.  He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.  He worked at Midland...

Jan 5, 2024

Marjorie Jean Peterson, 95, of Terre Haute passed away January 5, 2024.  She was born July 13, 1928, in Aurora, Indiana to Russell Glenn Kerr and Dorothy Marie (Fauss) Kerr.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Deward D. "Pete" Peterson, her parents, brother Jerald Lee Kerr, and son-in-law David Moulton.  Marjorie is survived by...

Jan 3, 2024

James David "Jim" Seaton, 68, of Hymera passed away Wednesday January 3, 2024 in Sullivan County Hospital. He was born February 7, 1955 in Terre Haute to Richard and Loretta (Young) Seaton. Jim is survived by his daughter, Layah Seaton; sons, James "Jimmy" Seaton (Brittaney) and Brock Seaton; brothers, Samuel Seaton, Robert Seaton, and Richard Seaton; eight grandchildren, one...

Dec 29, 2023

Dorothy Deloris Johnson, of Terre Haute, passed away Friday, December 29th, 2023, at the age of 76. "Dot" passed away from health complications.

She was born in Terre Haute, IN. on April 28th, 1947, to Everett and Pauline Shattuck. She resided at Signature Health Nursing Facility, Terre Haute, IN.

Dot worked in Dietary at several...

Dec 29, 2023

Jerry Lee Williams, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home on December 29, 2023, listening to his favorite music from Buddy Holly, Elvis, and the Statler Brothers, with an occasional song by Taylor Swift. He was born December 22, 1942 in Terre Haute to Kenneth Williams and Irene (Lee) Williams and married Brenda (Sirkle) Williams on...

Dec 26, 2023

Elizabeth Jane Wells, 71, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday December 26, 2023 in her residence. She was born August 4, 1952 in Battle Creek, MI to Lester and Thelma (Norrod) Smith. Elizabeth is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Charles Wells; son, Charles Wells II (Michelle); sister, Rosie Wilsford; sister-in-law, Marie Woodruff; grandchildren, Christina Ann Wells,...

Dec 19, 2023

Elmer Waldamore LaDue, 92, of Lewis, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday December 19, 2023. He was born November 11, 1931, in Crystal Lake, Illinois, to Elmer and Esther Nelson. After his birth parents died, Wilson and Mary LaDue adopted him and his sister Eldred and they grew up in Greenville, Illinois. Throughout his life, Elmer enjoyed spending time with...

Dec 18, 2023

Ms. Janey Leone Brooks, 75, of Terre Haute, IN passed away peacefully on Monday December 18th, 2023, at her residence.

Janey was born May 14, 1948, in Vanceburg, KY and was preceded in death by her parents, Virgie Blankenship and Thomas Blankenship II, as well as her three older siblings Ruth Swords, Gerald Swords, and Jimmy Blankenship. ...

Dec 18, 2023

Sharylin Nadine (Vrtiska) Knock, 81, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on December 18, 2023. She was born on February 25, 1942, in Pawnee City, Nebraska. Sharylin was a dedicated educator who spent her career as a teacher, including a long career teaching kindergarten at Dixie Bee Elementary School in Terre Haute, Indiana. Her unwavering commitment to her students...

Dec 17, 2023

Darin Matthew Pemberton, 26, passed away December 17, 2023. He was born May 16, 1997 in Terre Haute to Chris Pemberton and Michelle (Dillion) Pemberton. Darin worked at the Vigo County Sheriff's Department as a correctional officer. He also enjoyed wrestling and golfing.

He is survived by his parents, brothers Zak Pemberton and Justin Pemberton, and grandparents...