obituaries

Aug 18, 2023

Rick "Scooby" Scarbrough, 62, passed away on August 18, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 4, 1960 in Terre Haute to Jack Scarbrough and Phyllis "Bunny" (Hodges) Kessner. Rick worked as a coal miner for Peabody and Bear Run for over 25 years.

Rick loved being outside. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and...

Aug 15, 2023

Linda Sue Smith, 76, of Terre Haute, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, after her long battle with cancer. Linda was born May 20, 1947, in Terre Haute to Howard "Pee Wee" and Ruby (Keller) Bandy.

Linda worked as an administrative assistant for Applied Industrial Technologies and Coldwell &...

Aug 12, 2023

Sandra "Sandy" Josephine Stadler, 79, of Terre Haute, IN passed away peacefully on August 11, 2023, at Springhill Village. Sandy was born on January 2, 1944 in Terre Haute, to Charles Richard Catte and Edith Irene (Ledermann) Catte. Sandy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt who was adored by her family. She was always kind, funny, and...

Aug 10, 2023

Viola Vivian Spencer, 91, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Springhill Village.  She was born on February 11, 1932, in Martin County, Indiana to Kenneth C. Williams and Agnes Vandermay Williams.  Vivian was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She worked as an administrative secretary for the Vigo County School Corporation for 20...

Aug 9, 2023

Irene McClure, 98, passed away on August 9, 2023. She was born on August 28, 1924 in Sullivan to Oral Hayden and Annetta (Chickadaunce) Hayden. Irene was married to Malcolm McClure. She was known for doing yard work and working on her crossword books. She also enjoyed sewing and quilting.

Irene is survived by her daughter Chris...

Aug 6, 2023

Harriett Elizabeth Dalton, 98, of Pimento passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Terre Haute Regional Hospital.  She was born August 25, 1924, in Brazil, Indiana to Herman Culler and Laura Long Culler.  Harriett was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  Her family and the family farm were always a priority.  A favorite quote of hers,...

Aug 6, 2023

Martha Virginia Thompson Wampler, 95, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday August 6, 2023 in her residence. Martha had worked as a secretary/bookkeeper for many years at the Elks Lodge, Dr. McBride, ISU Library, PSI, and PSI Credit Union, finally retiring in 2002. She was born November 19, 1927 in Terre Haute to Marion Garfield and Etta Charlotte (McKinney)...

Aug 1, 2023

Jasvir Singh Sadra, 55, of Terre Haute died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.  He was born in India on July 15, 1965.  He was a long time business owner in the area.  Jasvir is survived by his beloved wife and three children.

Visitation will be Sunday, August 6, 2023 at DeBaun Springhill Chapel from 10:00 a.m,...

Jul 31, 2023

Judith A. Thomson Martin, 83, of Terre Haute, passed away peacefully at Majestic Care of Deming.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Marzelle Thomson, and her brother John Thomson.  Judy was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and best friend to many.  Those who knew Judy knew she was an avid animal enthusiast.  However,...

Jul 31, 2023

Robert "Bob" Joseph Callahan, 97, of Terre Haute passed away Monday, July 31, 2023, at Cobblestone Crossing.  He was born June 8, 1926, in St. Mary of the Woods, Indiana to Joseph Callahan and Eva Brown Callahan Caserotti.  Bob attended Concannon High School.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy Amphibious Forces during WWII in the...

Jul 29, 2023

Helen Ann Eyre, 81, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2023. She was born on August 6, 1941 to Harry Scott and Eva (DeMoss) Scott. Helen married William E. Eyre, and they have been together for over 50 years.

She is survived by her loving husband, son William Eyre (Amanda), daughters, Cindy Richards (Ken) and Catherine Dowell...

Jul 28, 2023

Joe R. Hogan, 99, passed away peacefully July 28, 2023.  He was born in the 1920s to Pat and Pearl Hogan.  He married Marge, the love of his life, after returning from WWII.  He is survived by his daughter Gwen, grandson Scott, niece Linda and nephews Patrick and Kevin.  He is preceded in death by his wife, two children,...

Jul 28, 2023

Larry Dean Forsythe, 77, passed away on July 28, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on December 31, 1945 in Terre Haute to parents Elmer C. Forsythe and Dollie M. (Haddix) Forsythe. Larry married Jackie Forsythe. He worked at Wilbert Burial Vaults, and during his retirement, he enjoyed woodworking. He loved hunting and fishing, and he like...

Jul 26, 2023

Robert "Bob" Edwin Terrell, 80, of West Terre Haute passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Gibson Family Center for Hospice.  He was born December 19, 1942, in Terre Haute to Robert E. Terrell and Doris J. Ozier Terrell.  Bob was a 1960 Wiley High School graduate.  He served his country for six years in the Indiana National Guard,...

Jul 26, 2023

Donald Eugene "J.R." Brazzell, Jr., 55, of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.  He was born May 6, 1968, in Terre Haute to Donald E. Brazzell, Sr. and Sharon Knopp Jones.  J.R. was an avid Indianapolis Colts fan and enjoyed watching old Westerns.  In his younger days he loved hunting and fishing.  Most of all he...

Jul 24, 2023

Sue Anderson, (80) of Terre Haute, passed away July 24, 2023. She was born on July 26, 1942 to Richard T. Tryon and Virginia L. (Baker) Tryon. She was married to Donald L. Anderson for 56 years who was her high school sweetheart. She loved being a stay at home Mom. She began working retail when her children were...

Jul 23, 2023

Carolyn (Butts) Swickard was born July 23, 1941, and passed away at home on July 23, 2023. She was 82 years old. Carolyn was a graduate of Garfield High School, class of 1959. She is survived by her husband, William E Swickard, Jr., her sister, Judith Ann (Butts) England, and her children, Dr. Jay (Terry) Stigdon, Jeff (Melissa) Stigdon,...

Jul 22, 2023

Gary W. Copra, 59, passed away July 22, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born on September 25, 1963 in Terre Haute to Nick Copra Sr. and Mildred (Childress) Copra. He worked at Vigo Dodge as a car detailer and an owner of his own lawn service.

He is survived by his sister Annie (Wayne) Montgomery, his...

Jul 21, 2023

Steven D. Studey, 61, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, July 21, 2023, at his home.  He was born August 4, 1961, in Des Moines, Iowa to Wayne D. Studey and Betty A. Gilmore Studey.  Steve worked as an auto technician and mechanic for many years.  He was a volunteer firefighter for Clinton Township and enjoyed bowling and hunting.  ...

Jul 15, 2023

Darlene M. Lutz, 56, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at her home surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born November 23, 1966, in Terre Haute to Larry Scank and Ruth Marrow Scank.  Darlene was a devout Catholic and member of St. Joseph University Parish and Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.  She and Richard...