obituaries

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...

Jul 9, 2023

Michael Scott Harden, 62, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023, at his home surrounded by his beloved family, in the arms of his daughter.  He was born February 5, 1961, in Vigo County to Stephen R. Harden and Joan V. Engert Harden.  Mike owned and operated Americlean Industrial Services for over 30 years.  He loved to...

Jul 5, 2023

Wayne E. Rabideau, 78, of Shelburn, Indiana passed away Wednesday July 5, 2023 in his residence. He was born August 23, 1944 in Ludlow, MA. Wayne is survived by his wife, Cheryl (Yaw) Rabideau; daughters, Hollie Fields (Michael) of Terre Haute and Christina Yaw Goodman (Joel Medina) of Auburndale, FL; sister, Joanne Tuttle of Massachusetts; five grandchildren and several...

Jul 5, 2023

Dollie D. James, 94, of Terre Haute, passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.  She was born June 16, 1929, in Trimble, Illinois to Joseph Creed and Sophia Lathrop Creed.  Dollie retired from Trunk Operation Engineering of Ameritech.  She was a Baptist.  Dollie enjoyed bowling, swimming, knitting, sewing, and genealogy.  In 1986 she moved to Ocala, Florida where she...

Jul 2, 2023

Morris J. Wheeler, 90, of Terre Haute went home to be with the Lord on Sunday July 2, 2023 in his residence. He was born December 30, 1932 in Patoka, Indiana to Norman Wheeler and Monzell (Mounts) Smith. Morris worked for 38 years at Felix Cleaner's and for 28 years with the Terre Haute Police Department as a crossing...

Jun 29, 2023

Virginia L. Noe, 90, of Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023.  She was born July 11, 1932, in Martin County, Indiana to Walter Boyle and Wyanetta Gibson Boyle.  Virginia was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and attended the Farmers Chapel for many years.  Throughout her life she worked in several factories and retail...

Jun 21, 2023

Shirley A. Ingram, 87, passed away on Wednesday, June 21st of 2023.  It was a gorgeous summer morning, her favorite time of the year.  Her family was with her during the final days to give her love and support. Shirley was born in 1935 to parents:  John Leslie and Rosa May Siner of Terre Haute Indiana, and has four...

Jun 17, 2023

Tina M. Krueger, 61, of Terre Haute died at Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care on June 17, 2023.  She was born May 30, 1962 to Bill Walters and Sally (Hughes) Walters in Terre Haute, IN. She worked in patient accounts at Union Hospital for 30 years.  She was an Indiana Business College Alumni. She was an avid reader,...

Jun 13, 2023

Sarah Renee Gallagher, 65, of Terre Haute passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.  She was born January 15, 1958 in Terre Haute to Louis and Sara Gallagher.  Sarah was a happy, loving person.  She loved the Lord.  Earlier in her life, she was a member of the Maplewood Christian Church and taught Sunday school.  She participated in...

Jun 11, 2023

Nicholas Bryant Casad, 20, of Terre Haute passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 11, 2023.  He was born in Terre Haute on November 27, 2002 to Eric Casad and Julie VanGilder Casad. Nick graduated from Terre Haute South Vigo High School in 2021 and proceeded to study at Wabash College. His dream was to be a doctor, specifically a...

Jun 10, 2023

Marilyn has gone home. It's cliche to say it, but to those that knew her know it's true. She was a blessing before she was born. Her parents, Omar and Nellie had given up on having children when she was born. As an only child, she was more than anyone could have expected, always generous, loving, and honest. This...