obituaries


Hila Cecile Cheesman

Hila Cecile Cheesman

Dec 25, 2025

Hila Cecile Cheesman, 67, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday December 25, 2025 in Regional Hospital. She was born June 18, 1958 in Terre Haute to Oscar and Elizabeth Jane (Smith) Cheesman. Hila was a long-time ER Admitting Clerk at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. She is survived by her brothers, Norman Cheesman (Sherrie), Paul Cheesman (Vickie), and Bruce Cheesman....

Willaim "Bill" Miller

Willaim "Bill" Miller

Dec 24, 2025

William "Bill" Miller, 66, of Terre Haute passed away Wednesday December 24, 2025. Born January 14, 1959 in Terre Haute to Pierre and Coloma Jean (Gibbons) Miller. Graveside services are Friday January 2, 2026 at 10:00 am in Highland Lawn Cemetery with military services to honor Bill' service in the US Navy.

Gregory Smith Carter

Gregory Smith Carter

Dec 21, 2025

Gregory Smith Carter of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away at 5:05 am on December 21st, 2025. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 25, 1947 to Raymond Carter and Mary Smith Carter. Greg was a graduate of Rivet High School in Vincennes, Indiana. He then completed a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences with a major in government at...

Earl "J.R." Eugene Slavens Jr.

Earl "J.R." Eugene Slavens Jr.

Dec 21, 2025

Earl Eugene Slavens Jr, affectionately known as J.R. came into the world on his own terms a month early on July 4, 1975 in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was born to Earl Eugene Slavens Sr. (Bud) and Marsha L Slavens (Schell). He passed away on December 21, 2025 in Sullivan County, Indiana.

He leaves behind his loving...

Jane Ann (Ramsey)  Maurer

Jane Ann (Ramsey) Maurer

Dec 19, 2025

Jane Ann (Ramsey) Maurer, 73, of Fairbanks, Indiana passed away in her home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, December 19, 2025.  She was born to Jack Leo Ramsey and Norma Jean (Surber) Ramsey on February 29, 1952 in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Jane found the love of her life, Larry Wayne Maurer, and spent every day with him since...

Michael Edward Peters

Michael Edward Peters

Dec 17, 2025

Michael Edward Peters, 70, passed away on December 17, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1955, in Terre Haute to Forest and Eileen Peters. He married Cindy Strain on September 19, 1975.

Mike was a 45-year member of the Local 150, and he became a superintendent at ARP. He loved fishing, boating on the river, camping,...

Gayle Elaine Pettit

Gayle Elaine Pettit

Dec 16, 2025

Gayle Elaine Kidwell Pettit passed away on December 16, 2025.

Gayle was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, roles she cherished above all else. Her greatest joy in life was her family, especially her three children and four grandchildren, who were the center of her world.

Gayle grew up in Sedalia, Missouri and attended Smith-Cotton...

Ronnie "Ron" G. Parker

Ronnie "Ron" G. Parker

Dec 16, 2025

Ronnie "Ron" G. Parker, 84, of Terre Haute passed away Tuesday December 16, 2025 in Westminster Village. He was born June 29, 1941 in Crawford County, Illinois to Gale and Mary (Preston) Parker. Ron is survived by his loving wife, Martha (Hendrickson) Parker; son, Eric Parker; step-son, Rob Ennen (Mary); step-daughter, Kim Heald (Gary); sister, Kathy Parker; brothers, Jerry...

Richard Lorraine Davis

Richard Lorraine Davis

Dec 15, 2025

Richard Lorraine Davis, 86, of Sullivan, Indiana, passed away surrounded by his family at The Waters of Sullivan on Monday, December 15, 2025.  He was born to Merle Lorraine Davis and Elizabeth (Wheeler) Davis on August 6, 1939 in Blanchard, Iowa.  Richard received his Bachelor's Degree from Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky.  Throughout his life, he worked in farming,...

Lois Louise Notter

Lois Louise Notter

Dec 12, 2025

Lois Louise Notter, 97, of Terre Haute passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025. She was born on November 19, 1928, in Creston, Iowa to the Reverend George E. Mitchell and Frances M. Brown Mitchell.  Lois was a beloved wife, mother and granny.  She loved being with her family. Lois loved the outdoors, camping, reading, and feeding the birds. ...

Dorothy Mae Tevlin

Dorothy Mae Tevlin

Dec 11, 2025

Dorothy Mae Tevlin, 84, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her home on December 11, 2025.

Born on June 2, 1941, in Terre Haute, Dorothy spent her life deeply rooted in the community she cherished. She attended school at Garfield and later worked at Bemis and as a waitress at Bonnie's Cafe. For a time,...

Marvel J Sibande

Marvel J Sibande

Dec 10, 2025

Marvel Jean Sibande was born on June 13, 1959, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Joe and Eleanor Tyler. She departed this life on December 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Lenny Tyler, Jerri Allen, Stanford Tyler, Roslyn Tyler, and Stuart Tyler. Marvel guided her...

Wilma J. (Ashley)  Kelley

Wilma J. (Ashley) Kelley

Dec 8, 2025

Wilma Jean Ashley Kelley passed away peacefully at home December 8, 2025 with her loving daughter, Susan Kelley Hawk, by her side. Wilma had been living with her daughter for the past 8 years. They were a team sharing lots of laughter, prayers and many special moments together.

Wilma was born November 22, 1919 to Wayne A....

Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee

Dec 6, 2025

Robert E. Lee, 68, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025 in his residence.  He was born to Ernest Lee and Betty (Austin) Lee in Terre Haute on August 10, 1957.  Robert was self-employed and enjoyed working on and trading lawnmowers.  He was known lovingly as "The Lawnmower Man".

Robert was a member of the...

Jarod Lee Gouchenour

Jarod Lee Gouchenour

Dec 5, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jarod Lee Gouchenour, age 33, on December 5, 2025, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. Jarod, a dedicated Son, Brother, and true friend to many, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Jarod Lee Gouchenour was born on April 7, 1992, in Terre Haute, Indiana. He...

Sally Corrine (Hughes)  Walters

Sally Corrine (Hughes) Walters

Dec 5, 2025

Sally Corrine (Hughes) Walters, 88, of Terre Haute, IN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, December 5, 2025. She was born to Ralph Hughes and Nellie (Akers) Hughes in Vigo County on September 26, 1937. Sally married her beloved late husband, Bill Ray Walters in 1956 and shared a life of happiness with him.

Sally...

Thomas "Tom" Hosking

Thomas "Tom" Hosking

Dec 1, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Hosking, 88, died on December 1st, 2025, at Harrison Crossing Nursing Home in Terre Haute, IN. He was born September 1st, 1937, in Glen Cove, NY.

Tom was the son of Herbert & Ethel (Vinall) Hosking.

Tom went to Glen Cove High School in Long Island, NY. and graduated from Lafayette College in...

David Earl Larimer

David Earl Larimer

Nov 30, 2025

David Earl Larimer, 93, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025.  He was born to Earl Everett Larimer and Myrtle J. (Richey) Larimer on September 25, 1932 in Vigo County, Indiana.  David worked as a carpenter and in construction, he was also known as a master whittler.

David was a member of Greenwood...

Sharon Kathleen (Camp)  Roesch

Sharon Kathleen (Camp) Roesch

Nov 30, 2025

Sharon Kathleen (Camp) Roesch, 74, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025.  She was born to James Camp and Juanita (Pope) Camp on April 7, 1951 in Sikeston, Missouri.  Sharon married the love of her life, Fred Roesch on January 24, 1976.

Sharon was an Interior Designer and had her own store, Among...

Teresa D. (Cooper)  Siders

Teresa D. (Cooper) Siders

Nov 28, 2025

Teresa D. Siders, 59. Of Terre Haute passed away Friday November 28. 2025 in Union Hospital. She was born February 23, 1966 in Munich Germany. Teresa is survived by her loving husband of 22 years, Terry Siders; daughter, Megan Belleu and boyfriend, Jason; sons, Dustin Norris and wife Jenny and Aaron Norris and wife Melissa; step-son Nicholas Siders and...