obituaries

Aug 31, 2023

Michael S. "Mike" Hassler, 49, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday August 31, 2023 in his residence from AML (Acute Myloid Leukemia). He was born February 2, 1974 in Terre Haute to Dennis and Kathleen (Hopf) Hassler. Mike is survived by his parents; brothers, David Hassler (Megan) and Jonathan Hassler (Jennifer); nieces and nephews, Benjamin Geller, Lillian Cooper, Alyssa...

Aug 30, 2023

Cheryle D. Crabb, 76, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  She was born July 7, 1947, in Sullivan, Indiana to Reverend Carl E. Crabb and Margaret G. Parker Crabb.  Cheryle was deeply religious.  She had a zest for life and enjoyed meeting new people.  Cheryle was a beloved aunt, sister, and daughter.

She is survived...

Aug 26, 2023

William W. Miller, 95, of Terre Haute, died on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at his home.  He was born September 29, 1927 in Clay County near Jasonville, Indiana, to Dewey and Velma (McDaniel) Miller.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 60 years, Josephine (Jo ) Hollis Miller, a sister, Catherine Louise Cole.  and a...

Aug 26, 2023

Fenton Dewayne Phelps was born on September 24, 1954, and passed away on August 26, 2023.  To all his family, friends, and customers he was known as "Dee", the most honest, reliable, and trustworthy man you will ever meet.  Dee lived life to the fullest, from farming to fishing, to jeep adventures in Tennessee and long Harley rides on...

Aug 26, 2023

George J. Custer, Sr., 71, of Terre Haute passed away August 26, 2023 at home surrounded by family. He was born June 14, 1952 in Terre Haute to Jack and Martha (Edwards) Custer. He was preceded in death by both parents; his wife of 46 years, Theresa Kay Custer; his brothers, Jack Custer, Harry Custer, and Mike Custer and...

Aug 25, 2023

Shirley A. Kiser, 87, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, August 25, 2023.  She was born September 2, 1935, in Pennsylvania to Frank S. Watkins and Dorothy V. Snell Watkins.  Shirley worked at Regional Hospital for many years as the business office manager.  Following retirement she lived in Sanibel Island, Florida.  Shirley loved the beach and enjoyed reading.  She...

Aug 22, 2023

Charles "Chuck" William Johnson, 79, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.  He was born April 12, 1944, in Indianapolis to Edward Leo Johnson and Dolores Ines Kistner Johnson.  Chuck was born and raised in Indianapolis. He attended the Latin School of Indianapolis. He had planned to enter the priesthood and attended St. Meinrad, but...

Aug 22, 2023

Wilma J. Musgrave, 88, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday August 22, 2023 at Signature Health Care. She was a secretary for Maryland Community Church for 35 years, attended there until her death. She was born August 6, 1935 in Terre Haute to Leo and Edith (Osborne) Price. She was a loving mother to four daughters, Danna Rae Miner...

Aug 21, 2023

Cynthia Marlene Weir, 77, of Prairieton, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born in Cape May Court House,  New Jersey on August 19, 1946, to Wilbur Newcomer and Wilma Tatlock Newcomer.  Cindy was a 1964 graduate of Honey Creek High School where she met the love of her life, William "Tim"...

Aug 20, 2023

Julia Kay Douglas, 79, of Terre Haute, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 20, 2023.  She was born November 2, 1943, in Terre Haute to Thomas Curtis Lloyd and Winifred M. Spencer Lloyd.  Julie was a 1961 graduate of Wiley High School.  She married the love of her life, Kent Douglas, in 1962.  The couple lived...

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...