obituaries

Oct 10, 2025

Tony "T.J." James Ringeo, 28, passed away on October 10, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1997 in Terre Haute to Tony R. Ringeo and Lori Smith. T.J. was a great father and was always the funniest man in the room. He enjoyed darts and pool, and he was talented at everything he did.

T.J. is...

Oct 9, 2025

Tammy Jean Davis, 59, passed away on October 9, 2025. She was born on January 13, 1966 in Wisconsin.

She was a God's gift to many, whether you needed a helping hand, a good laugh, or tough love. Tammy was unapologetically herself and one of the most generous souls you could ever meet. She worked tirelessly as...

Oct 9, 2025

Curits Eugene Norris, 70, passed away October 9, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1954 in Sullivan, IN to John Norris Jr. and Edna (Tuttle) Norris. Curtis married his late wife, Kandy Norris, on April 26, 1975.

Curtis was a firefighter for several years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he especially enjoyed hunting...

Oct 7, 2025

Barbara "Barb" Kay Wells, 81, of Terre Haute, was promoted to heaven on October 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.  Barb was born April 22, 1944, to Virgil and Nellie Fox in Farmersburg, Indiana.  Barb is preced in death by her parents, Son James Wells Jr, infant daughter Kimberly Wells, Granddaughter Allyson Heubel, and several aunts and uncles.

Oct 6, 2025

Wilbur Leone Copeland, 80, of Lewis passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1944, to Delbert Copeland and Mary McKee Copeland.  Leone proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He was stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii from 1965-1967 and served as a Medic Assistant.  Leone married his beloved wife, Linda Thompson Copeland,...

Oct 6, 2025

Joe Dennis Jennings, 72, of Terre Haute passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on May 31, 1953, to Grant "Ted" Cedric Jennings, and Deloris Luray Hayworth Jennings. Joe was a graduate of Sullivan High School.  In his younger years he was a great swimmer and was a diver at Shakamak State Park. People would travel...

Oct 5, 2025

John Joseph Trueblood Sr., 75, passed away on October 5, 2025. He was born on April 15, 1950 in Terre Haute to Willie Trueblood and Ellen (Devine) Trueblood. He was known for being one of the best athletes to graduate from Schulte High School – graduating in 1968 as a four-sport athlete.  John proudly served in the United States...

Sep 29, 2025

Beverly Jean (Smith) Black was born on July 18, 1934, in Webster City, Iowa, and grew up in Kamrar, Iowa. She married Gary Black in 1953 and later married Joel Rigter in 2017.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anson and Merle Smith; her sister, Marley Thomas; her husband, Gary Black; her son, Kurt Black;...

Sep 27, 2025

Edra I. Wilson (Toney), 65, of Terre Haute, Indiana, formerly of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away on September 27, 2025 from an extended illness.  She was surrounded by the lover of her family members at home.

Edra enjoyed camping, gardening, working on puzzles, and spending time with her family.  She was a sweet, caring soul.  Her compassion...

Sep 25, 2025

Mary Kathryn Scheytt, 61, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025.  She was born on October 20, 1963 to John W. and Jessie (Black) Scheytt in Terre Haute.

Mary is survived by her sisters, Virginia Burns, Laura Fite (Barry), and Ruth Nasser (John); ten nieces and nephews; and her housemate.

Mary...

Sep 23, 2025

Edward Ernest White, 72, of Paris, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.  He was born on May 15, 1953 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Howard and Mary (Fuqua) White.  On March 19, 1973, he married the love of his life, Karen.

In his free time, he enjoyed being in the outdoors.  He loved hunting, camping,...

Sep 21, 2025

Martha Zoe LaDue, 91, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family.  Born Martha Zoe McLaughlin, she dedicated her life to her Lord, her family and her music.  At World Gospel Church, she frequently played piano and organ as well as sang alto in the church choir.  She loved the focus of reaching...

Sep 20, 2025

Margaret Joan "Joan" Erickson Whalen, 89, was born in Connersville, Indiana on April 2, 1936. She passed away peacefully in Austin, Texas September 20, 2025.

She was the eldest child of Margaret E. Werking Erickson (later Hull) and Carl Philip Erickson. She received her Bachelor of Arts (1958) and Master of Arts in Teaching (1968) in Biology...

Sep 19, 2025

Michael Phillip Kassis, 79, passed away on September 19, 2025. He was born on November 15, 1945 in Terre Haute to Debe and Helen Kassis. He served in the U.S. Air Force.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Janet Kassis; daughter Chandra Valandingham (Richard), stepson Jerry Cowden, stepdaughter Angela Cowden, sister Brenda Cooper,...

Sep 13, 2025

Doris Jean Bean (Rayhill) of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Union Hospital on Saturday, September 13, 2025, just a few weeks shy of her 88th birthday.

Doris was born on October 13, 1937, in Pana, Illinois, to James A. Rayhill and Evelyn Rayhill (DuChaney). She graduated from Pana High School, and, on January 2, 1960,...

Sep 13, 2025

Betty Irene Switzer, 72, of Terre Haute, Indiana passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025.  She was born to Robert and Lillian Florence (Hughes) Switzer on July 14, 1953 in West Terre Haute, Indiana.  Betty loved the Lord and loved to sing in church.

Betty is survived by her son Richard Cooper (Stacey); daughters Lisa and Leslie...

Sep 10, 2025

Norma L. Neal, 86, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.  She was born to Doyle & Saretta Walker on July 17, 1939 in Paris, Illinois.  Norma was a homemaker and loved keeping her home neat and tidy.  She also enjoyed the occasional crossword puzzle.

Norma is survived by her sons Kenneth David...

Sep 8, 2025

John "Chris" Christopher Granby, 52, passed away on September 8, 2025. He was born on February 12, 1973. Chris worked as a car salesman for many years, working his way up to manager at Sullivan Automotive Group. He also enjoyed racing and watching all sports, especially the St. Louis Cardinals.

He is survived by his mother Sheila...

Sep 7, 2025

Robert "Bob" Eugene Kaperak, 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, wife Minnie Kaperak, and daughter Tracy Miner on September 7, 2025. He was surrounded at home by his loving family. Bob was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 24, 1932. His family moved to Terre Haute in 1933. Bob was a lifelong resident...

Sep 5, 2025

Thomas Steven "Steve" Ford, 75, of Terre Haute, IN, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.

Steve was born on May 5, 1950 in Evansville, IN, to Joe and Jo Ann Crabtree Ford.

Steve grew up on his parents' and grandparents' farm in Poseyville, IN. He was a 1968...