obituaries

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...

Feb 22, 2026

Lawrence "Larry" M. Land, 101, passed away on February 22, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1924 in Anderson, IN to Paul Land and Sharlie (Stubbs) Land. He loved fishing, bowling, and croquet, and he was an avid Cubs fan.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Shirley (Kesler) Land; sons Timothy Land and...

Feb 22, 2026

Charles Wayne Patterson, 87, of Rosedale, Indiana, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026.  He was born to John Patterson and Vera (Hogue) Patterson on April 29, 1938 in Terre Haute, Indiana.  He married the love of his life, Mary Lou (Rainbolt) Patterson on June 19, 1959.  Charles enjoyed playing golf and bowling.  He was a big outdoors guy and...

Feb 20, 2026

Robert Eugene Hinote, 65, passed away on February 20, 2026. He was born on March 17, 1960 in Terre Haute to Josphine and Harry Hinote. Robert went to West Vigo High School. He loved his dog Rusty, and he enjoyed going fishing. Robert was a big fan of the Indianapolis Colts and NASCAR, specifically Dale Earnhart Sr.

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Feb 19, 2026

Thomas "Max" Harvey, 66, of Terre Haute passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1960, in Terre Haute to Carl Harvey and Mildred Stevenson Harvey.  Max attended Terre Haute South High School. He was a man of God and was a member of Body of Christ Church.  Max loved the ocean. Having his...

Feb 19, 2026

Patsy Ann (Mershon) Horner left her earthly bonds on Thursday, February 19. 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 29, 1938, to Frances and Eva (Schoffstall) Mershon. She was an amazing, loving, and giving lady. Nan delighted in giving care to the many children she watched while their parents worked. Patty attended Smith Park Methodist...

Feb 17, 2026

Gary Warren Strong, 81, of Terre Haute, passed away on February 17, 2026, after a six-year battle with vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and cardiovascular disease. He was the beloved husband of Tuesday Strong, with whom he shared 28 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Catherine Strong; his grandparents, Fred and...

Feb 14, 2026

Joy Anne Johnston, 89, of Rosedale passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was born August 1, 1936, in Greene County, to Darrell and Dorothy Gabbard. Joy married Jack R. Johnston on May 20, 1965, and spent nearly 61 years together. She graduated from Indiana State University with a bachelor's degree and a master's degree. Joy taught school...

Feb 13, 2026

David "Pudge" R. Bennett Jr., 65, passed away on Friday, Feb. 13th, 2026.  He was born on December 4, 1960, to David Bennett Sr. and Sue Ann (Gilbert) Bennett. He was preceded in death by both parents; sons Andrew Jordan Bennett and CJ Cottrell, as well as his brothers Chris Bennett and Michael Bennett. Pudge is survived by his...

Feb 13, 2026

Charles William Thompson, 81, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026. He was born on October 26, 1944, in Terre Haute to Richard Thompson and Annabelle Akens Thompson.  Chuck was an avid bowler, with 26 sanctioned 300 games. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, coin collecting, scuba diving, boating, and water skiing.  Chuck was also an amateur HAM...

Feb 12, 2026

Eva Louis "Lucy" Fulford Fox of Terre Haute entered her Heavenly Home on February 12, 2026, at 9:46 a.m., surrounded by her loved ones. Lucy, as everyone called her, was born on July 31, 1947, in Monroe City to the late Willard and June (Knight) Fulford.

Lucy was the owner of the Uniform Shop for 40 years...

Feb 10, 2026

Betty Ann Spencer, 90, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on February 3, 1936, to August and Emma McDonald. Betty attended Indiana State School of Business.  She worked as the Church Secretary at Central Presbyterian Church.  Betty was an active volunteer...

Feb 9, 2026

David L. Fiscus, 76, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 quietly in his sleep.

He was born November 22, 1949 to Robert and Mabel (Dolph) Fiscus of Clinton, Indiana. David was the youngest of 6 siblings. He was drafted into service during the Vietnam era at 18 years old serving his time in...

Feb 9, 2026

James Stanley Cox, Sr., 82, of Paris, Illinois passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026.  He was born to Joseph Cox and Mary (Smith) Cox on December 9, 1943 in New Goshen, Indiana.

James is preceded in death by both of his parents; brothers, Marshall, Don, Bob, Richard, and Joe; infant daughter, Cathy Jo Cox; sisters Esther,...

Feb 8, 2026

David Vernell Goodman born May 27, 1962. He was a hardworking, humble man whose life was marked by resilience, love, and a deep bond with Nature. He was born in Niles, Michigan and grew up in the small town of Riley, Indiana where he learned the values of hard work, simplicity, and self-reliance from his parents John and Elizabeth...

Feb 7, 2026

Donald "Don" Wayne Taylor, 83, of Farmersburg, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026. He was born on August 10, 1942, in Terre Haute to Russell Taylor and Helen Loveall Taylor.  Don graduated from North Central High School and served his country in the United States Army.  He later went on to work and retire from AET (formerly Hercules). ...

Feb 6, 2026

Betty Jean Hayden, 82, beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother passed away February 6, 2026

Born on January 29th, 1945 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Joseph and Francis McGrew, who precede her in death. Also preceding Betty, was her brother John.

Betty is survived by her husband Jacob, their three children, Brian, Debbie (Mike), and Jennifer...