obituaries

Mar 5, 2026

Richard Lee Whitaker, Jr., 56, of Montezuma, Indiana passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.  He was born to Richard Whitaker and Sharon (Grady) Whitaker on August 25, 1969 in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Rich worked in receiving in the aviation industry.  He married his wife, Susan (Smith) Whitaker on January 28, 2023.

In his free time, Rich...

Mar 4, 2026

Oscar G. Sison, a cherished resident of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 89 years old, just eight days shy of his 90th birthday.

Born in Manila, Philippines, on March 12, 1936, Oscar received his early education through high school at the prestigious University of Santo...

Mar 4, 2026

Willard "Dale" Whitlock, 89, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on January 1, 1937 in Vigo County to Guy Whitlock and Mary (Schomer) Whitlock. Dale was a proud Navy veteran and enjoyed attending his Navy reunions. He was an avid fan of high school basketball and Wabash Valley Classic, and he went on many trips with...

Mar 4, 2026

James "Jim" Harkness, Sr., born January 12, 1935, to Forrest and Helen Harkness, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026. He graduated from Terre Haute State High School in 1953, where he was well known throughout the valley for his excellence on the basketball court. After graduating, he honorably served his county as a member of the United States...

Mar 3, 2026

Linda Jane Gargus, 64, of Terre Haute passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma 8 years. She fought like a brave warrior and remained independent for many of those years. Linda was a nurse for over 35 years, specializing in geriatric care. She enjoyed riding motorcycles, vacationing with family, listening to music and...

Mar 1, 2026

David Lee Higginbotham, 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away at Union Hospital Regional in Terre Haute at 1:09 a.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2026.  He was born to Ruby E. (Davidson) Higginbotham on November 11, 1953 in Terre Haute.  She preceded him in death on March 30, 2008.  David married the love of his life, Mary J. (Burskey)...

Feb 28, 2026

Melinda passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. She was born in Terre Haute on April 18, 1985, but spent most of her life in Florida. Mindy is survived by her mother, Kely Palmer, and her daughter, Callan Lena Amelia Smith. She was preceded in death by her father, James K. Moulton Jr.

Mindy loved deep-sea fishing,...

Feb 28, 2026

Gloria Jean (Thomas) Pilkington, 78, passed away on February 28, 2026 at 4:30 am in her home in Seelyville. She was born on October 20, 1947 to John Thomas and Hilda (Martin) Thomas.

She was a loving sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great-grandma.

She was preceded in death by both her parents, brother Pete Thomas,...

Feb 28, 2026

Harold "Hal" Larsen Wingler, 82, of Terre Haute passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1943, in Terre Haute to Ernest Wingler and Lela Wanda Stevens Wingler. Hal proudly served his country in the United States Navy retiring after 22 years and 7 months. He was a Navy Fleet Diesel Inspector. Hal was...

Feb 28, 2026

Thomas O'Neil Mickey, 65, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1960 in Terre Haute to Roscoe and Mary (Buckner) Mickey. Thomas worked for Ampacet Corporation for 47 years. He loved golfing, fishing, and mushroom hunting, and he also enjoyed working in his garden.

He is survived by his wife of 46...

Feb 27, 2026

Rick Joseph Waltermire, 72, of Terre Haute, IN passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born to Winston Worth Waltermire and Lorraine Eunice (Daily) Waltermire on August 11, 1953 in Vigo County. Rick worked as a Maintenance Mechanic for International Paper. He married the love of his life, Brenda (Riggs) Waltermire on December 11, 1971.

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Feb 27, 2026

Gary Ray Chapman, 72, passed away on February 27, 2026. He was born on June 7, 1953 in Terre Haute to Ted and Esther Chapman. He graduated from Honey Creek High School. Gary married Marcia (Clark) Chapman on November 12, 2024. He was also one of Jehovah's Witnesses.

He is survived by his wife Marcia, son Ben...

Feb 27, 2026

Brian Douglas O'Connell, 66, passed away on February 27, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Terre Haute, the son of William J. O'Connell and Judith M. Cannady. He was the oldest of seven children.

In his twenties, Brian made his way to Texas where he met...

Feb 27, 2026

Nancy Hanley went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Howard, and her daughter Linda Donahue. She is survived by her son Stephen Hanley (Marlis), daughter Cathy Gage (Glenn), grandchildren Amy Gage, Jeremy Gage (Rachel), Caitlin Hanley, Meghan Hanley, Jillian Hanley, and Jessica Fiesel; great-grandchildren...

Feb 25, 2026

Angela Lynn Wehr, 60, of Terre Haute, Indiana, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on February 25, 2026.

Angela was the heart of her family, a woman of deep faith, unwavering love, and unforgettable wit. She led her family in faith, guiding her children and grandchildren with prayer, encouragement, and example. Her family and...

Feb 25, 2026

Nellie Mae Harding Liston, 95, of Farmersburg, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at her home. She was born at home in Sullivan County on February 6, 1931, to Robert Clifford Harding and Eura May Gaskins Harding. Nellie was a 1949 graduate of Farmersburg High School.  She was the hardest working woman that most people knew. At the...

Feb 25, 2026

Porter Don Lofton, 93, passed away on February 25, 2026. He was born February 12, 1933 in Shelburn to Max D. Lofton and Garreta (Ely) Lofton. He graduated from Gerstmeyer in 1951, and then served two years in the U.S. Army. After the service, he was employed at First Financial Bank for 43 years, retiring in 1995. After his...

Feb 23, 2026

On February 23, 2026, Captain Randall W. Drake took his final flight departing from this Earth for the last time. He was finally free to fly, to find the peace and tranquility offered to him in the great blue beyond.

Randy was a character who in many ways was larger than life. He came into the world...

Feb 23, 2026

Jennifer "Jenni" Ann Cruse Kelley, 80, of Terre Haute passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on July 14, 1945, in Terre Haute, IN, to Glenn W. Jones and G. Marie (Bryant) Jones.  Jenni was a member of the Marine Corps League, American Legion 104, and the Terre Haute...

Feb 23, 2026

Gerald L. Dix, 95. of Terre Haute, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Hymera, Indiana on August 31, 1930, to Harold Dix and Freida Powell Dix. Gerald served his country in the United States Army. He was an accountant by trade, since 1970.  He graduated from Indiana University with...