Obituaries

Patricia Diane Ingram, 67, passed away Friday February 15, 2019 at Exceptional Living Center in Brazil.  She was born on July 21, 1951 in St. Louis Missouri to the late Harold E. Ingram and Molly N. (Brown) Ingram.  She attended DeSoto High School and enjoyed a job in the Wal-Mart Jewelry Department.  She spent most of her time taking care of her family.  Diane enjoyed going to church and playing the piano.  She loved spending time with her family and took every chance she could to go out with them. ...

Paul Ryan Shonk, 37, of Clay City, passed away on Wednesday February 13, 2019 in St. Frances Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on February 12, 1982 in Terre Haute, the son of William “Bill” Shonk and Carol Rector Shonk. Paul was a 2000 graduate of Clay City High School and got his associates degree from Aviation Institute of Maintenance. ...

Dolores L. Petty, 88, of Brazil, Indiana passed away at Union Hospital unexpectedly, on February 13, 2019. She was born in Harco, Illinois, on March 7, 1930, the daughter of William and Ada (Whitehead) Silvers. She graduated from Staunton High School with the class of 1948. Dolores married Wilbur Petty on July 2, 1949. She worked at Montgomery Ward and Quaker Maid. Dolores enjoyed working puzzles, sewing, flower gardening, oil painting and bird watching...

Debra L Stone, 64, of Terre Haute passed away on February 5, 2019 at Signature Healthcare. Debra was born April 6, 1954 in California to Lloyd Stone and Marie (Owens) Masi. She is preceded in death by both parents; Step-Father Angelo Masi; Brother-in-Law Dennis; Nephew Jonathon, and granddaughter Courtney. ...

Robert Lee Aker, 82, of Reelsville, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, on February 13, 2019 at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. Bob was born on January 7, 1937, in Reelsville, Indiana, the son of Daniel Aaron and Violet (Spear) Aker. He graduated from Reelsville High School with the class of 1955. Bob was a founding member of the Reelsville Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of the Reelsville United Methodist Church. He worked at Putnam Plastics for many years and retired in 1999...

Janice Lee Smith (Hardman), 80, Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 9, 2019. Jan grew up in Brazil, IN and attended Indiana State University, where she was a proud member of Alpha Omicron Pi. She worked for American United Life for many years until retirement...

Leah Rae Thompson, 81, of Brazil, passed away February 9, 2019 at 12:04 a.m. at St. Vincent Clay Hospital. Leah was born December 11, 1937 in Sullivan, IN, the daughter of Morris and Detta Hudson. Leah worked for Coughanowr Insurance for several years. She enjoyed riding and raising horses, reading, traveling and being with her friends and family...

Rowan John Patrick Breeden, 4 week old infant, died unexpectedly at Riley Hospital, February 8, 2019. He was born January 8, 2019 in Vigo County, the son of Paul and Stephanie Bechtel Breeden. Survivors include his parents, Paul and Stephanie of Terre Haute; big brother, Landon Breeden, Uncle Greg Breeden (Hayley); Aunts, Sarah Breeden, Sarah Hatch (Stephen), Sandy Burnette, Regan Dillman (Ken), Haley Bechtel; grandparents, Chris and Zoe Breeden of Freedom, Teresa Bechtel of Brazil, and Gary and Erin Bechtel of Rockville; great-grandparents, Clarence and Carol Miller, Bob and Ginny Bechtel, Cathy Mason, and Alice Breedan and other extended family.. ...

Lela Maxine Moss, 86, of Clay City, passed away on Friday, February 08, 2019. She was born on June 5, 1932 in Clay City, the daughter of Herman “Buck” Luther and Bessie Chambers Luther.

James N. Bryan, 83, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at Union Hospital, in Terre Haute, Indiana on February 8, 2019. He was born in Brazil, Indiana, on October 13, 1935, the son of Ralph and Reba (Bowers) Bryan. Jim worked as a plumber for many years. ...

Laianna E. Smith, 77, of Clay City, passed away after a sudden illness on Thursday, February 7, 2019 in Terre Haute Regional Hospital with her family by her side. She was born on May 15, 1941 in Brazil, the daughter of Charles L. and Kathryn A. (White) Neiswinger...

James A. “Jimmy” Louderback, 71, of Brazil, Indiana passed away at Providence Health Care, in St. Mary’s of the Woods following a lengthy illness. Jimmy was born on July 8, 1947, in Brazil, Indiana the son of James C. and Thelma C. (Bridgewater) Louderback. When he was in the 6th grade his family moved to Ogden, Utah. He graduated from Ben Lomond High School with the class of 1965 and attended Weber State College...

Florence Sutherlin Stanage, age 100 formerly of Harmony, passed away February 3rd, 2019 in Clarksville, TN. She was born April 10th, 1918 in Cloverdale to the late Emery and Flossie (Cox)Sutherlin. She was a member of the North Meridian Street Church of Christ in Brazil. She was previously employed by DePauw University in the registrar’s office for 18 years, and Lynn’s Pharmacy for 17 years. She always enjoyed cooking for family and friends...

Floyd Preston Jones, 82, of Terre Haute passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 3 in Pensacola, Florida. He was born in Parke County, Indiana on December 29, 1936, the son of James Frank Jones and Ardessa Marie (Williams) Jones. Floyd was in the U.S. ...

PORTEMONT, Betty Jayne 87 Englewood passed away peacefully, Friday January 18, 2019 at home with her family by her side. Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years Billy Portemont, son Billy Portemont ll, parents Joe and Ella Mae Louderback, sisters Margaret Girton, Harriet Lucas, Joan Louderback, Nancy Bennett, daughter and son-in-law Shirley “Sis” and Chuck Smith, grandchildren Robin Kleismit, Ryan Smith, Chris Portemont, and pet dog Jolie...

Leona Jane (Brewer) Ferry, 92, of Brazil, Indiana passed away while staying at Cloverleaf Health Care, in Knightsville, Indiana. She was born on November 1, 1926, in Clay County, Indiana, the daughter of Austin and Ruby (Mishler) Brewer. She graduated from Ashboro High School. She married Jack B. Ferry on February 22, 1948; he preceded her in death in 2002. Leona enjoyed needlework such as quilting and embroidery, working crafts and working outdoors...

Kathryn Kay “Katie” Coley, 20 of Poland, IN, died unexpectedly February 3, 2019. She had endured a long history of a seizure disorder. She was born October 3, 1998, in Vigo County, the daughter of Mark and Minnie Kiefer Coley. Katie excelled in gymnastics, cheer and tumbling as a young girl. She participated through Wabash Valley Tumbling and Gymnastics in Terre Haute. In 2015, she was a part of the Wabash Valley Rebels Cheer Team that went to the US Finals Cheer Competition...

RALEIGH, NC: Benjamin Richard McCloud, 42, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2019 at Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh. Born on August 30, 1976 in Brazil, Indiana; he was the son of Samuel Louis “Louie” McCloud, of Morrisville, NC and Kay Redenbarger McCloud, of Raleigh; brother of Ross William McCloud, of Raleigh, NC, and grandson of Anne Sanders of Brazil, Indiana. ...

Teresa Kay (Love) Payne, 58, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at Cloverleaf Health Care, in Knightsville, Indiana, following a lengthy illness. Teresa was born in Brazil, Indiana the daughter of Billy and Betty (Chaney) Love on November 24, 1960. She graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1978. Following high school she worked as a housekeeper and as a waitress at several area establishments...

Betty D. (Crabb) Morris, 94, of Brazil, Indiana passed away on January 30, 2019 while staying at The Waters, in Greencastle. She was born on March 22, 1924, in Harmony, Indiana, the daughter of Harley Ray and Mary (Shaffer) Crabb. She worked at Columbia Records and retired in the late 1960’s. ...

Linda Rogers, 74, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. She was born on May 14, 1944 to the late Raymond and Helen (Galbraith) Rogers. Linda enjoyed playing cards, working puzzle books, coloring, watching wrestling, drinking coffee, and going on car rides. She was preceded in death by brother, Donald Ray Rogers...

James Christopher Hodgen, 38, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at his home in Brazil. He was born in Lafayette, Indiana on August 18, 1980 to Jimmie Lynn Hodgen and Linda (Smith) Hodgen. James attended Lafayette Jefferson High School, and worked at PPG in Brazil. ...

Roger Fletcher, 78, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at his home in Staunton. He was born in Rushville, Illinois on April 23, 1940 to the late Harry and Martha (Gillenwater) Fletcher. Roger graduated from Glen High School in 1958, and served his country in the Air National Guard. He was a Teamster working with many companies throughout the years, including Alcan...

Gregory Dean Vanes, 62, of Indianapolis and formerly of Brazil, passed away at Terre Haute Regional Hospital, on January 26, 2019, following a brief illness. Greg was born in Clay County, Indiana, on November 20, 1956 the son of Bill U. and Shirley J. ...

William “Bill” Andrew Kochvar, 86, also known as “Grandpa” by his family church and friends went to be with his Lord on January 27, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Westville, Illinois on November 5, 1932 to the late Andrew and Ann (Terris) Kochvar. Bill graduated from Westville High School and served his country in the United States Army. He retired from Chicago Molded and was a member of New Life Fellowship Church in East Glenn...

Jacquelyn McDonald, 72, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute with her family at her side. She was born in Brazil, Indiana on April 9, 1946 to the late William and Doris (Muncie) Kidwell. Jackie attended Hammond High School, and married James McDonald on November 4, 1966, who preceded her in death. She retired from Wal-Mart Distribution Center, and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church...

Ruby M. Phillips, 88, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at Exceptional Living Center of Brazil, on January 23, 2019. She was born on May 17, 1930, in Slate Branch, Kentucky the daughter of Ardova Girdler. Ruby was an active and devoted member of the Church of the Living Christ...

Robert M. Olson, 92, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Cloverleaf Healthcare in Knightsville, Indiana. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 17, 1926 to the late Mauritz and Ruth (Reynolds) Olson. After graduating high school, Robert served his country in the United States Army from 1944 through 1946. When he left the military, he started work at Donnelley Publications as a proof reader and went on to retire from there 35 years later...

Walt Rogers, age 88, of Murfreesboro passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019. He was a native of Floydada, Texas and the son of the late Earl Rubert Rogers and Lena Millican Rogers. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Anna Wiley Rogers, brother, Thomas Earl Rogers, and granddaughter, Christa Rogers...

Daniel S. Newton Sr., age 49 of Cloverdale, went to be with the Lord Monday, January 21st, 2019.  He was born June 5th, 1969 in Terre Haute to William and Judith (Waldbeiser)Newton.  He married Jill (Robinson)Newton August 7th, 2004 and she survives.  He was employed by Endeavor Communications and loved sports, hunting, and fishing...

Christopher Lynn Frederick, 44, of Centerpoint, Indiana, passed away at home on January 22, 2019 following a brief illness. Chris was born on October 5, 1974, the son of Carl and Beryl Joyce (Nailor) Frederick. Chris worked as a welder at Great Dane and a machine operator at LEAR (now IAC)...

James C. Wells, 81, of Worthington, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2019 at the Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru, Indiana. Jim was born in Owen County, Indiana on March 7, 1937 to Wilson and Lucille (Warner) Wells. Jim was a member of the Antioch Christian Church, Worthington Lions Club, Coal City Preservations, Eastern Heights Water Board, Owen County Community Foundation, and graduated from Coal City High School in 1955. ...

Walter “Yoyo” Sips, Jr., 79, of Spencer, passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his family on Friday, January 18, 2019. Jr. was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 19, 1939 to Walter A. Sr. and Caretta L. (Harlan) Sips. Jr. attended a one room school house at Splinter Ridge Elementary where he was proudly ranked in the top four of his class. ...

Robert E. “Bob” Salitros, 80 of Brazil, passed away unexpectedly the morning of January 18, 2019 at Cloverleaf Healthcare. He was born June 1, 1938 in Clay County, the son of Joseph and Irene Dowell Salitros. He grew up in Carbon and attended Carbon Elementary and later Van Buren High School...

Alma Sue Haltom, age 56 of Cloverdale, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 16th, 2019.   She was born in Brazil, Indiana on September 19th, 1962 to Stanley and Anna Lucas.  She married Marvin Haltom on June 9th, 1990. She was a caring mother and wife who enjoyed spending time with her family, and pets...

Gladys “Cookie” Collins, 71, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. She was born on August 13, 1947 in Center Point, the daughter of John Fulk and Hester (Lints) Fulk Smith. Gladys collected fiber optic angels and loved to crochet. She enjoyed playing computer games, working puzzles and painting ceramics. Gladys was a retired press operator with CBS Records for 12 years. She was also employed with J.W. Davis Gardens, Double Inn Diner, Ivy Hill, Happeco and IAC...

Leon Nye Acklen, 85, of Brazil, Ind., and formerly of Paris, passed away at 3:06 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13, at Exceptional Living Center of Brazil, Brazil, Ind. He worked at MECO and Unarco and was a former custodian at the Edgar County Courthouse. A funeral service is set for 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, at Stewart and Carroll Funeral Home. Military honors by American Legion Post 211 accompany burial in Edgar Cemetery...

Billie L. Cassiday, 89, passed away January 15, 2019. He was born to Marion and Dorthy (Lyon) Cassiday in Brazil IN June 30, 1929. He was hired by the Pennsylvania Railroad, predecessor of Conrail, in the Signal Department, retiring as a Regional Inspector in 1990 after 43 years of Service. ...

Deborah Kay Hall, 66, passed away Sunday January 13, 2019 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. She was born on April 29, 1952 in Parke County to the late Eddie and Margaret (Lavena) Webster. Debbie graduated from Garfield High School in 1970, and retired from IAC in 2018...

Robert L. Boyce, 90 of Brazil, passed away January 9, 2019 at 11:47am at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. He was born December 26, 1928 in Clay County, the son of Henry and Kathryn Lucas Boyce. He served in the U.S. Army at the age of 22, during the Korean War. Following the years of service, he began working at Allison’s in Indianapolis. He was a loyal employee there for over 30 years...

Benjamin “Benjie” Paul Sowers, 51, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at the Gibson Family Hospice Unit at Union Hospital with his family at his side. He was born on March 14, 1967 in Madison, Tennessee to Benjamin L. And Hazel (Cox) Sowers. He attended Union Springs Academy in Union Springs, New York and graduated from Clay City High School in 1985. ...

John J. Jones, 93, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on January 10, 2019. John was born on June 13, 1925, in Tazwell County, Virginia, the son of Henry and Naomi (O’Dell) Jones. As a young man, John lived most of his life in Virginia and West Virginia...

Kenneth V. Nees, passed away on the morning of January 10th, 2019 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN. He was born November 1st, 1933 in Poland, IN to the late Hugh and Verna Nees. He attended Poland Elementary School and Brazil High School. After high school, he was a member of the US Army in the 4th Armored Division stationed at Fort Hood, TX...

Gary H. Foust Sr. of Poland passed away January 8th, 2019. He was born January 16th, 1953 to the late Walter and Betty (Buis) Foust. Gary married Teresa Foust and she survives. In addition to his wife Gary is survived by his son Gary Foust Jr. and his wife Christa; brothers Walter Foust and David Foust; brother-in-law Steve Decker; grandchildren Gabriel, Caleb, Hershel, Caden, and Rayne...

Evelyn “Granny” Faye Haddan, 78, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away at her home on January 6, 2019. She was born on June 9, 1940, in Illinois, the daughter of Vincel and Beulah (Tracy) Auten. She graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1959. ...

Elizabeth J. Williams, 91, of Brazil passed away on Friday, January 4, 2019 at The Waters in Greencastle. She was born on June 27, 1927 in Parke County, IN, the daughter of Charles Harper and Nora (Lancaster) Harper. Elizabeth was a homemaker and worked for the State of Indiana. She was active in Veterans of Foren Wars # 1127 and the Auxiliary of American Legion Post 2, both in Brazil. Elizabeth loved to follow politics...

Roxie June Hood, 79, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at IU Methodist Hospital, in Indianapolis, Indiana, on January 3, 2019. Roxie was born on March 22, 1939, in Brazil, Indiana, the daughter of Kenneth Roeschlein and Okie (Crafton) Roeschlein. She was a 1957 graduate of Brazil High School. Roxie worked at Columbia House and Adamson’s Laundry. Roxie enjoyed watching soap operas, shopping, attending to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and playing with her dog Bella...

Stu Richard Reece, 58, of Cory, Indiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, unexpectedly, in the evening hours of January 3, 2019, following complications of a heart attack. Stu was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on August 16, 1960, the son of Don and Carmeileta (Tague) Reece. ...

Melissa “Missy” Dawn McCullough, 46, of Knightsville, Indiana, went to be with the Lord, on January 1, 2019 following a battle with cancer. Missy was born on January 16, 1972, in Terre Haute, Indiana the daughter of John Conard and Carolyn Sue Haughee. Missy married Joe McCullough on August 18, 1991. She had been working at the Brazil Walmart and the Villa’s of Holly Brook until she became too ill to work...

Connie “Small Rope” Faith Flora, 75, of Brazil took her journey peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday December 30, 2018 in her residence. She was born on January 17, 1943 in Indianapolis, the daughter of Paul R. Lewis and Irma I. (Cook) Lewis...