obituaries

Aug 10, 2022

Jerry Lane Church, 71, of Terre Haute, passed away Wednesday August 10, 2022 at 5:16 am in Majestic Care of Terre Haute. He had worked at Commercial Solvents. Jerry was born November 13, 1950 in Terre Haute to Herbert L. and Louise Marie (Neukom) Church. He is survived by sons, Jameson Lane Church (Stephanie) of Delaware, Ohio and Mason...

Aug 8, 2022

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the death of our brother, Paul E. Piker.  He passed away at Union Hospital, after a brief illness, on August 8, 2022 at 6:06 p.m. with family at his side. He was an employee of Kirkman's Hardwood for 30 years, as a debarker operator.

Paul was born on May 17,...

Aug 8, 2022

At 5:49 a.m., on August 8, 2022, a band of angels, dressed in U.S. Marine Corps Dress Blues, carried Michael A. Thiel, upward, leaving only a jet trail.  These angels have been called many times before, but were turned away, because Michael stated, "I'm not ready yet."

Michael was born on December 1, 1950, in Terre Haute,...

Aug 6, 2022

Cynthia M. Hastings, 71, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022 at Vermillion Convalescent Center in Clinton.  She was born August 18, 1950 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Thomas Richard and Gracie Marie (Slavens) Chambers.  She graduated from North Central High School in Farmersburg, Indiana.  She worked for many years at A P & S Clinic in Terre Haute, as...

Aug 6, 2022

Joan Ann Striegel, 70, passed away on August 6, 2022.  She was born to James Gale Morrow Sr. and Mildred Margaret Morrow in Indianapolis, IN on 4/12/1952. Joan was preceded in death by her parents as well as her siblings Jan Baker and James Marrow Jr.  She is survived by her husband Marvin Striegel; daughters Christina Smith, Gwendolyn Smith,...

Aug 6, 2022

John Bonner, 70, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2022, at The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care at Union Hospital.  Born December 19, 1951, in Montreal, Canada, John is survived by his wife, Mrs. Megan Price-Bonner, his brother David (Janice) Bonner, nieces Andrea (Jordan) Bayles and Rachel (Mike) Doa, nephew James Swift, and several...

Aug 6, 2022

Eva Mae "Betty" "Granny" Wilson, 102, of Terre Haute, Ind. passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Springhill Village in Terre Haute.  She was born in New Harmony, Indiana, on April 18, 1920, to Claude and Ethel (Gibson) Compton. She worked as a cook at Gibault School for almost 20 years and had a love for cooking her...

Aug 4, 2022

Pauline Hill, 101, of Terre Haute, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2022 at Westminster Village.  She was born August 24, 1920 in Vigo County to Alva Hoopengarner and Mae Jackson Hoopengarner.  Pauline was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  Even at 100 years old she was always wanting to make sure everyone was taken care of and doing well. ...

Jul 28, 2022

Clifford J. Paulin, age 83 of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Thursday July 28, 2022 under the care of Kindred at Home Hospice.  He was born in Tell City, Indiana to Clifford "Ike" Paulin and Alberta Hess Paulin and was married to his high school sweet heart Linda Haller Paulin for 62 years before she passed in 2021....

Jul 28, 2022

Leona Maxine (Hunt) Thompson 86, of Terre Haute slipped into her eternal life on July 28, 2022, at Springhill Village. Born April 9, 1936, she was the daughter of Melvin and Edith Hunt. She loved to travel and go camping. Her favorite place to travel was to Florida and South Carolina with the one and only love of her...

Jul 25, 2022

On this day of July 25, 2022, Michael "Mike" D. Cowden, Sr. went to be with the Lord, after passing away at Union Hospital.  He was surrounded by his loving children.  He was a proud Army veteran and a member of the VFW 972 Terre Haute.  Mike worked at Wabash Valley Fiber Box for many years in the maintenance...

Jul 22, 2022

Patricia Hughes,96, of Terre Haute passed away July 22, 2022. She was born October 20, 1925 in Vigo County to Francis and Anna Keeney. Private family graveside services are scheduled at New Harmony Cemetery.

Jul 20, 2022

Marie D. Cosby, 94, of Terre Haute passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.  She was born July 15, 1928 in Roselle, New Jersey to John Gerlach and Margaret Shannon Gerlach.  Marie was one of ten children.  She may have only finished the 10th grade, but Marie left school to join other women during WWII working...

Jul 18, 2022

Donna Sue Powers, 75, of Terre Haute, passed away Monday July 18, 2022 in her residence. She was owner of Don Powers Trucking, Inc. Donna was born February 27, 1947 in Fontanet, Indiana to Burrel and Mary (Mullen) Judson. She is survived by her daughters, Dawn Shroyer (Kirk) and Marilyn Fagg (Jerry); son, Kerry Powers (Becky); sister, Rose Latta;...

Jul 16, 2022

We are heartbroken to share the news of William "Bill" Wolf passing.  He passed away suddenly July 16, 2022. He leaves the love of his life of 62 years Carolyn Sue Orman Wolf, and 2 children: Paula Wolf Clark, Michael Wolf and wife Holly.  Three Grandchildren, Nyki Jordan Ginn and spouse Keri Ginn, Kyle and Katy Wolf, and one...

Jul 16, 2022

Dennis S. Michael, 82, passed away on July 16, 2022. He was born on December 21, 1939 in Topeka, Kansas to Leo and Maxine Michael.

Dennis was proceeded in death by his parents.  He is survived by his longtime partner, Lorene Sporer; daughter Stacey Belanger (Mike); grandchildren Alexa, Cole, Hayden, Luke and Emma.

Dennis worked...

Jul 15, 2022

Joanna Hamrick, 86, formerly from Terre Haute, passed away peacefully, July 15, 2022, at her long-term care residence in Indianapolis.

Joanna was born Sept. 12, 1935, to Joseph and Dorothy Gray in Sullivan, IN.  She grew up in Terre Haute, IN, graduating in 1953 from Garfield High School.

Following high school, as a student from...

Jul 15, 2022

Edward "Eddie" Duane Outcalt, 85, of Terre Haute passed away Friday, July 15, 2022. He was born February 24, 1937 in Flat Rock, Illinois to Dale and Juanita Outcalt. Eddie was a barber for 54 years, the last 48 years in Terre Haute. He was a town leader in Shelburn. Eddie was a member of the Methodist Temple, taught...

Jul 14, 2022

Wanda went home to be with the Lord on July 14th 2022 surrounded by family and friends. She was born on May 27th 1932 to Wayne Stewart and Monclova (Taylor) Stewart Doss. She was raised in Jasonville, Indiana where she met her loving Husband Of 61 years Leslie Dean. The two then moved to Terre Haute and started their...

Jul 2, 2022

Mary Lou Collins, 86, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022.  She was born March 5, 1936 in West Terre Haute to Thomas Hill and Nettie Cravens All.  Mary Lou was a longtime member of the First Methodist Church.  She worked for many years as a custodian for the Vigo County School Corporation.  Mary Lou enjoyed working...