obituaries

Jul 25, 2018

Kathleen Ellen (Hurst) Dennany, 97, of Terre Haute passed away at Signature Healthcare on Wednesday July 25.  She was born to Daniel Logan Hurst and Roberta Edith (Nelson) Hurst on February 2, 1921 just south of Prarieton.  Kathleen is preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert D Dennany Sr and sister Harriett Jane Ping. She is survived by...

Jul 20, 2018

David L Larew, 71, of Terre Haute passed away at Regional Hospital on July 20, 2018.  David was born to Wayne and Carolyn (Meneffe) Larew on August 24, 1946.  He is survived by his wife of 49 years Gail Larew; daughter Tracey Larew; and grandson Branden Larew Bridges; as well as several nieces and nephews.  There will be a...

Jul 19, 2018

Pearl Eugene Stephens, 82, passed away in the comfort of his home in Tulsa OK on July 19, 2018.  He was born to Virgil and Thelma (Morris) Stephens in Terre Haute on January 3, 1936.  Gene is preceded in death by his parents; son Mark Stephens, and 3 grandchildren.  He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years...

Jul 19, 2018

Devoted father and husband James "Jim" Edward Reeder, 68, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord while surrounded by family in his home on July 19, 2018.  He was born in Hammond Indiana to Wilbur and Anna (Jung) Reeder on September 21, 1949.  He is preceded in death by both parents; brother Russell "Rusty" Reeder; and sister...

Jul 19, 2018

Betty L. Abrams, 85 of Terre Haute passed away on July 19, 2018 at Meadows Manor North.  She was born December 13, 1934 in Knox County to Albert and Zelma Pepmeier.  Betty was a homemaker devoting her life to her family.  She loved babysitting, crocheting, and was famous for her carrot cake.  Betty was a member of the Bible...

Jul 19, 2018

Judith Ann Harris, 72, of Shelburn passed away surrounded by her family in the Gibson Family Center at Union Hospital on July 19, 2018. She was born on November 29, 1945 to Louis and Evelyn (Rhodon) Todd in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Judy served as the Trustee of Curry Township, and she was also the secretary/treasurer of the Thunderbird Fire...

Jul 18, 2018

George Jones Jr,51, of Terre Haute passed away in his home on July 18, 2018.  George was born in Hollywood Florida on November 17, 1966 to George Jones Sr and Janice (Carlson) Jones.  George was a Boilermaker in Local 374. He was also a member of the NRA.  George was an outdoorsman. He loved to go out on airboats,...

Jul 18, 2018

Romilene "Romie" E. Burnett, Terre Haute, passed away July 18, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 7, 1947 in Terre Haute to Raymond Winslow and Juanita Cooper Hayhurst. She is survived by her mother; son, Chad Burnett (Michelle); Granddaughter, Maybe; three grandsons, Tyler, Tayler and Ty Gun; sister, Debbie Sankey; brother, Harvey Hayhurst,...

Jul 17, 2018

Larry L. Burnett, 77, of Terre Haute passed away on July 17, 2018 in his residence surrounded by family.  He was born May 30, 1941 to Harold and Elsie Burnett in Terre Haute.  Larry was a 1959 Honey Creek High School graduate.  He was a member of the Farmers Chapel Church.  Larry was a farmer.

He is...

Jul 16, 2018

Gertrude Eileen Tryon went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, July 16, 2018 at Westminster Village in Terre Haute, Indiana.  Eileen was born May 4, 1923 in Terre Haute to Oscar and Sylvia Tryon.  Eileen spent her 95 years in Terre Haute and retired from Indiana State University.  She enjoyed making candles as...

Jul 10, 2018

Robert "Bob" Jenkins began his life on March 20, 1941 and went to be with his Savior on July 10, 2018.

Bob was an avid gardener.  He supplied his family with fresh vegetables every summer and loved trying new varieties.  He shared many plants with friends that he started from seed.  After retirement he became a Master...

Jul 10, 2018

David L. Hall, 73, left for his mansion in the sky on July 10, 2018 surrounded by family and friends.   David walked through life as a fun-loving, kind and generous person with a fantastic sense of humor.  Even as he faced the pain of cancer, he never failed to be pleasant, positive, appreciated and loving, making a lasting impression...

Jul 9, 2018

Erma P. Kirk, 91, of Terre Haute passed away Monday July 9, 2018 at 2:00 pm in her residence. She was born July 8, 1927 in West Union, IL to Joseph Creed and Sophia (Lathrop) Creed. Erma is survived by daughters, Peggy Lowe of Fontanet  and Angela Statts (Charles) of Henderson, KY; sons, Tom Kirk (Jackie) of Rosedale, Richard...

Jul 8, 2018

Rita Kay Ellinger, 57, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday July 8, 2018 at 2:00 am in her residence. She was born August 29, 1960 in Marshall, IL to Ralph Rayhel and Barbara (McCullough) Rayhel. Rita is survived by her husband Timothy Ellinger; daughters, Crystal Ellington, Lacey Bigler, and Julie Ellinger; sisters, Mary Hauger and Carlina hart; brothers, Buddy...

Jul 7, 2018

Keith Byron Daugherty, 76, of Terre Haute passed away Saturday July 7, 2018 at 5:10 am in Westridge Healthcare. He had worked for many years at Texas Eastern Gas Transmission Company. Keith was born April 26, 1942 in French Lick, IN to John and Mabel Daugherty. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary (Cox) Daugherty; a son, Byron "Kirt"...

Jul 2, 2018

Donna Williams, 71, of Brazil passed away on Monday, July 02, 2018 at Union Hospital.  She was born in Terre Haute the daughter of Robert and Maxine Williams and sister to Diana (Williams) Wey.

Donna was one of God's special angels that brought joy to those around her. Donna enjoyed spending time with her housemates and ResCare...

Jun 29, 2018

Harry Frederick "Fred" Horstman was born in Sewickley, PA. on May 11, 1930 to Harry F. Horstman and Leona May Christie. He graduated from Coraopolis, PA High School in 1948. He became a competitive shooter and won several trophies in competition with both pistol and rifle. He also learned to fly at the air base nearby and had his...

Jun 28, 2018

Debra Charlene "Debbie" Deckard, 66, of Terre Haute, passed away in her home surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, June 28, 2018. She spent the last decade working as a teller for Crane Credit Union. Before that, she'd spent her career in early childhood advocacy and education. She graduated in 1971 from Wiley High School, then went on...

Jun 26, 2018

Betty Lou Southwood, 93 of Terre Haute passed away at Westminster Village on June 26, 2018.  She was born in Terre Haute on May 14, 1925 to Thomas Earl Haverty and Norma (Hayward) Haverty .    Betty was a high school History and Science teacher and was later the Activities Director for the Vigo County Home.

She is...

Jun 24, 2018

Fred D. Fields, 84, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday June 24, 2018 in his residence. He retired in 2000, after 53 years at Hulman and Company. Fred was born May 12, 1934 in Terre Haute to Clarence Fields and Effie May (Lemmons) Fields. He is survived by his wife, Mary V. (Hines) Fields; sons, Freddie Lee Fields, Eddie...