Obituaries

Wanda Lee (Selvia) Froderman Terre Haute, IN (12/10/23)

Wanda Lee (Selvia) Froderman, a beloved 95 year-old Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2023 at Westminster Village Health and Rehab in Terre Haute, IN. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever live in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have known her...
Walter TerMeer, Brazil, N (12/10/23)

Walter TerMeer, 87, longtime resident of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on December 6, 2023, following a short illness.
WANDA LEE (SELVIA) FRODERMAN, Terre Haute, IN (12/7/23)

Wanda Lee (Selvia) Froderman, a beloved 95 year-old Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2023 at Westminster Village Health and Rehab in Terre Haute, IN. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever live in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have known her...
CHARLES "CHARLIE" MYERS, Clay County, IN (12/6/23)

Charles “Charlie” Myers, 63, passed away December 5, 2023 at his residence. Charlie was born to the late Carl and Barbara (Scott) Myers on November 12, 1960 in Dover, Delaware. Charlie graduated from Van Buren High School in 1978. After high school he worked at Donnelley’s for many years. In 2000 he began working as a correctional officer at Plainfield Correctional Facility before retiring a few years ago...
MADONNA JEAN FOULKE, Center Point, IN (12/6/23)

Madonna Jean Foulke, 97, passed away December 3, 2023 at Bridgewater Health Center of Carmel. Madonna was born to the late Carl and Tina (James) Anderson on May 16, 1926 in Center Point. Madonna attended Bowling Green High School and graduated from Ashboro High School in 1946. ...
Edward Eugene Wetnight Brazil, IN (12/3/23)

Edward Eugene Wetnight, 76, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on December 1, 2023 following an extended illness. Eddie was born on February 2, 1947, in Brazil, Indiana the son of William Thomas and Opal (Bryan) Wetnight. He graduated from Brazil High School and worked at Pike Lumber Company for many years as a custodian. He enjoyed mowing his lawn, his multiple pet cats, and especially making people laugh...
KATHERINE L. KELLY MORGAN BOUILLEZ, Formerly Brazil, IN (11/30/23)

Katherine L. Kelly Morgan Bouillez of Terre Haute, formerly of Brazil, passed away November 28, 2023. Katherine was born December 25, 1925 in Crawfordsville, Indiana to the late Michael Kelly and Nellie Smith Kelly. Katherine graduated from Trafalgar High School in 1944. ...
BARBARA FAYE (ALLEN) MERCER, Formerly Carbon, IN (11/30/23)

Barbara Faye (Allen) Mercer, 80, formerly of Carbon, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, in Lafayette, Indiana. Barbara was born July 14, 1943, in Brazil to Floyd and Wilhelmina Allen. She grew up on her family’s farm on the Waterworks Road south of Brazil. She attended Staunton schools for 12 years, graduating from Staunton High in 1961...
DANNY RAY HENSLEY, Terre Haute, IN (11/28/23)

Danny Ray Hensley, a loving and selfless family man, was born on October 28, 1950, in Terre Haute, Indiana, where he also peacefully passed away on November 22, 2023. Known affectionately as Dad, Papaw, Grandpa, and Dan, he lived his life with a gentleness that was felt by everyone he encountered, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him...
PATRICIA LOUISE (DELLACCA) GOSNER-ROSE, Warren, IN (11/27/23)

Patricia Louise (Dellacca) Gonser-Rose, 87, of Warren, Indiana, passed away on November 25, 2023 while residing at Heritage Pointe of Warren, Indiana. Pat was born on January 11, 1936, in Clay County, Indiana, the daughter of Robert and Ruth (Sawyer) Dellacca. ...
CYNTHIA KAY WARREN, Brazil, IN (11/27/23)

Cynthia Kay Warren, 63, passed away November 26, 2023 surrounded by her family at St. Vincent Hospital. Cynthia was born to the late Frederick McRoy and Elizabeth Ann Johnson on August 7, 1960 in Indianapolis. Cynthia attended Arsenal Tech High School in Indianapolis. ...
TEDDY "YOG" HENDERSON, Clay County, IN (11/27/23)

Teddy “Yog” Henderson, 78, passed away Saturday, November 25th at his residence. Teddy was born to the late Raymond and Gertie (Gilliam) Henderson on October 4, 1945 in Maple Valley, Indiana. Teddy graduated from Holton High School. After graduation, he began working for General Motors, where he continued to work for over 35 years. ...
NOEL SHORT, Brazil, IN (11/21/23)

Noel E. Short, 82, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent Heart Center, in Carmel, Indiana, with his children at his side. Noel was born on December 25, 1940, in Salem, Indiana, the son of Merrell and Gladys (Spaulding) Short. Noel was the quarterback of Salem High School’s first football team. He was also the captain of the baseball and basketball teams. After graduating from Salem High School, Noel enlisted in the Indiana Army National Guard...
RONNIE "RON" GENE HARRIS, Worthington, IN (11/21/23)

Ronnie “Ron” Gene Harris, 83, passed away on November 17, 2023. He was born on July 12, 1940 in Worthington to Wilbur Harris and Willidean (Wright) Harris. Ron married Janice (Klass) Harris on June 4, 1961. They were inseparable and made great memories while traveling...
LILA MAE PICKETT, Carmel, IN (11/21/23)

Lila Mae Pickett, 90, passed away November 19, 2023, surrounded by family in Carmel, Indiana. Lila was born Delilah Mae DeBaun on July 15, 1933, to Murray and Lucy DeBaun in Fairbanks, Indiana and was the youngest of four daughters and an aunt before she was born. ...
STEPHEN ROSS BRANNAN Brazil, IN (11/20/23)

On November 16, 2023, Stephen Ross Brannan, 37, left this world and is now at home with the Lord. He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on September 3, 1986, to Donald and Debra (Haddon) Brannan. Stephen graduated from Northview High School in 2005, earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in 2009, where he was member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. ...
BO EUGENE C. DOYLE JR. “GENE” Brazil, IN (11/19/23)

Bo Eugene C. Doyle Jr. “Gene”, a man of faith, family, and service, passed away on November 17, 2023, in Brazil, Indiana. Born on June 9, 1947, in Baltimore City, MD, to Eugene C. Doyle Sr. and Marie (Jackson) Doyle. His commitment to his country was evident in his service in both the United States Navy and Marine Corps. ...
JERRY HULL, Brazil, IN (11/17/23)

Jerry D Hull Sr., 64, of Brazil passed away November 10, 2023, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was born in Brazil to Homer and Marilyn Hull. Jerry attended Brazil High School before he took the trade of roofing where he worked in the Local 150 Roofers and Waterproofers Union until he retired after over 30 years. ...
JOEY JAY THOMPSON Brazil, IN (11/15/23)

Joey Jay Thompson, known to friends and family as Joe, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, in his beloved hometown of Brazil, Indiana. Born on March 27, 1959, in the same town, Joe’s life was marked by his intelligence, generosity, and analytical mind. ...
RUTH MARIE SCIOTTO, Knightsville, IN (11/13/23)

Ruth Marie Sciotto, 84, passed away surrounded by family on November 10, 2023. Ruth was born to the late Ben and Nettie (Haltom) Wallace on October 10, 1939 in Knightsville. Ruth graduated from Van Buren High School in 1957. After graduation, she married the love of her life, Norman “Bill” Sciotto on August 15, 1959. ...
LARRY WAYNE ELDRIDGE, Brazil, IN (11/13/23)

Larry Wayne Eldridge, 83, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023. Born in 1940, Larry was a lifelong resident of Brazil, graduating from Brazil High School in 1957. Larry was employed for over 30 years at Alcan Aluminum, (now called Novelis,) as a certified industrial mechanic. ...
ANITA ROSE “ROSIE” DEAKINS Brazil, IN (11/10/23)

Anita Rose “Rosie” Deakins, a spirited, funny, and faith-filled woman, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2023, in Brazil, Indiana. Born on July 9, 1943, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Rosie was a beloved figure in her community, known for her infectious laughter, her love for her family, and her passion for life...
JAMES “HIPPY” MICHEAL NEWPORT Brazil, Indiana (11/9/23)

James “Hippy” Micheal Newport, 71, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the opening day of Indiana’s Coon Season. He was born on November 17, 1951 in Brazil, Indiana to the late Herbert and Vivian (Stanz) Newport. Mike attended Patricksburg High School and retired from both RCA and the Local Laborer’s Union #204. ...
GARY "PUDGE" DAVIS, Brazil, IN (11/8/23)

Gary Owen Davis “Pudge”, 77, passed away October 31, 2023 at his residence. He was born to the late George and Mary (Rader) Davis on June 15, 1946 in Brazil. On July 3, 1970, Gary married Barbara L. Davis who preceded him in death. Gary worked for Norville Pickett Sr. ...
JENNY AMEY, Brazil, IN (11/8/23)

Jenny Lou Amey, 75, passed away November 5, 2023 after a series of health issues. Jenny was born to the late Rex and Lillian (Scott) Reed on May 15, 1948. Jenny worked as a registered nurse at many different places over the years. She ended her career as a nurse and became a foster parent for 70 children, adopting two special-needs children who owe their life to her. Jenny was an avid reader and enjoyed watching movies in her free time. She loved to spend time with her family...
SHARON WAGNER, Brazil, IN (11/7/23)

Sharon Wagner, a woman so full of life and laughter that she could have been mistaken for a Christmas Hallmark movie protagonist, traded her earthly home in Brazil, Indiana, for her heavenly abode on November 6, 2023. Born in the quaint town of Paris, Illinois, on September 19, 1944, Sharon was a woman who knew how to cook up a storm, both in the kitchen and in life...
LARRY DEAN ROGERS Brazil, IN (11/7/23)

Larry Dean Rogers, 70, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at home, on November 4, 2023, following a long battle with COPD. Larry was born on September 25, 1953, in Brazil, Indiana, the son of Earl F. and Illa Jean (Galbraith) Rogers. He graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1972. Larry worked for Great Dane Trailers, in Brazil, for 25 years and then TKO Graphics, in Indianapolis, for 16 years as a graphics designer and installer...
William “Buddy” Baker Terre Haute, IN (11/5/23)

William “Buddy” Baker Terre Haute, IN William “Buddy” Baker, age 92, of Terre Haute, passed away peacefully at 5:20 am on Friday, November 3, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Worthington, IN on November 16, 1930, the son of John Clayton & Edna (Palmer) Baker...
James Edward Heagy Sr. Brazil, IN (11/5/23)

James Edward Heagy Sr., 83, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at his home, on November 2, 2023. Jim was born on April 16, 1940, in Pittsboro, Indiana, the son of Raymond L. and Ruth (Cocherell) Heagy. He graduated from Pittsboro High School with the class of 1958. ...
BERNICE "TESSIE" CASHMAN, Coal City, IN (10/31/23)

Bernice Tessibel “Tessie” Cashman of Coal City, Indiana passed away on October 28, 2023 at the age of 87 surrounded by her loved ones. Tessie was born on May 27, 1936, in Coal City, the daughter of Howard and Maxine (Hauser) Inman. She graduated from Coal City High School in 1954 and attended Indiana State Teachers College, earning her teaching degree in Home Economics and Physical Education. Tessie began her teaching career at Holton High School, teaching Home Economics until 1967. She then moved on to teach PE at Clay City High School until 1970 when she met the love of her life, the late John H. ...
JAMES MELVIN BALES Brazil, Indiana (10/30/23)

James Melvin Bales, 66, passed away Monday, October 30, 2023, at Cloverleaf Healthcare in Knightsville. He was born on October 26, 1957, in Greencastle to the late Lewis Clyde and Kathleen (Williams) Bales. James worked as a Waste Water Treatment Technician for the City of Brazil Utilities...
JACK R. MCKENZIE, Carbon, IN (10/30/23)

Jack R. McKenzie, 90, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023, at his home in Carbon. He was born on May 31, 1933, in Brazil, Indiana to the late Siebert and Jewel McKenzie. He married Eleonora Pfleuger on October 11, 1953. Jack worked at Logan Clay, several garages as an auto mechanic, and at Great Dane Trailers where he retired after 16 1/2 years as a trailer builder. ...
VIC LEE TIEFEL, Clay City (10/27/23)

Vic Lee Tiefel, 70, of Clay City, passed away at home peacefully due to heart issues. He was born December 10, 1952 to James and Thelma Ell Tiefel. He graduated from Clay City High School, Class of 1971. He was a member of the Track and Basketball Teams and active in FFA. Following graduation, he served in the Air Guard for seven years...
Robert Keith “Bob” Girton, Terre Haute (10/26/23)

Robert Keith “Bob” Girton, a beloved figure in his community, passed away on October 25, 2023, in Terre Haute, Indiana. Born in Brazil, Indiana, on October 2, 1936, Bob brought a sense of grace, selflessness, and gentleness to all who were fortunate enough to know him...
SANDRA MONDS (SMITH), formerly Brazil, IN (10/23/23)

Sandra Lee Monds (Smith) joined her Lord, Jesus Christ, and her husband Paul, on October 9, 2023. Sandy was born to Helen Kiepe Smith Edwards and Paul Edwin Smith on the family farm in Patton, Missouri on November 24, 1939. Until her eighth grade graduation, she attended a one room schoolhouse with 23 of her cousins. ...
GREGORY LUTES, formerly Brazil, IN (10/23/23)

Gregory Alan Lutes, affectionately known as Greg to friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Greg was born to the late Earl and Lenora (Price) Lutes on February 10, 1957, in Brazil, Indiana. He was a loving, selfless, and kind man who brought joy to everyone around him. ...
AURRETTA ELIZABETH BRASWELL Brazil, IN (10/22/23)

Aurretta Elizabeth Braswell, 87, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away at her home, on October 20, 2023. Aurretta was born on December 29, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana the daughter of Leo and Elizabeth (Watt) Carr. She attended Broadripple High School. She married Bill Braswell Sr. on May 26, 1956; he preceded her in death...
OPAL TUCKER, Brazil, IN (10/20/23)

Opal Edith Tucker, 102, passed away on October 17, 2023 at the Villas of Holly Brook in Brazil, IN. Ms. Tucker was born on July 13, 1921, in Clay County, the daughter of Lewis and Opal (Butler) Mace. She graduated from Bridgeton High School in 1939 and attended Indiana Business College, graduating in 1941. During World War II, she worked in the U.S. Civil Service Office of Price Administration as a secretary before staying home to care for her growing family...
LOIS CASSIDY, Brazil, IN (10/20/23)

Lois Elizabeth Cassidy, 89, passed away October 17, 2023. Lois was born to the late Raymond and Bessie (Jordan) Thomas on November 24, 1933 in Mecca, Indiana. Lois graduated from Mecca High School in 1951. Throughout her life, Lois was deeply involved in a variety of community organizations. ...
DARLA KAY BARRETT Cory, IN (10/18/23)

Darla Kay Barrett, 59, of Cory, Indiana, passed away on October 16, 2023, at 3:00 PM, following a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Darla was born on July 8, 1964, in Terre Haute, Indiana the daughter of Robert McDaniel and Betty (Steen) McDaniel. ...
Donna Marie Wells, Staunton, IN (10/17/23)

Donna Marie Wells, 81, passed away on October 17, 2023, at her residence. Donna was born to the late Albert and Hazel (Cheek) Deakins on November 17, 1942, in Staunton, Indiana. On April 25, 1959, Donna married her high school sweetheart, Paul E. Wells Sr. She worked as a nurse’s assistant at Clay County and Union Hospital. Being a mother, wife, grandma, and great-grandma was the highlight of her life. She was a homemaker for many years...
MARCELLA LOVEALL, Brazil, IN (10/16/23)

Marcella Marie Loveall, 83, passed away October 15, 2023. Marcella was born in Brazil to Rhodus and Etelka (Leichty) Muncie on June 4, 1940. Marcella graduated from Brazil High School in 1958. On February 17, 1961, she married the love of her life, Carl (Bill) Loveall Sr. ...
James L. Hudson, formerly of Brazil, IN (10/14/23)

James L. Hudson, formerly of Brazil, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his Traverse City, Michigan, home on October 4, 2023, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He graduated from Brazil High School, where he was a noted student-athlete. He was the son of Ina and Hershel Hudson of Brazil...
PAT GRISWOLD Brazil, IN (10/12/23)

PAT GRISWOLD Brazil, IN Having lived a life of love and care for others, Patricia (Pat) Griswold, 83, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2023. Pat was loved and respected by everyone she encountered in her career, her church, and her community activities. Her kind, humble spirit and sense of humor will be remembered by all...
JUDGE JOHN P. STELLE, Clay County, IN (10/6/23)

John P. Stelle, 83 years old, was born on October 12, 1939 and passed away on October 1, 2023. He was born in Benton, Illinois to John A. & Lucy Nell Daily Stelle. He lived at his grandfather Stelle’s farm and started the first grade in McLeansboro, Illinois...
MARTHA RITA SAPPINGFIELD Staunton, IN (10/6/23)

Martha Rita Sappingfield, age 71, of Staunton, Indiana passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Marti was born on August 16, 1952 in Brazil to William Cooper and Joyce Moberley Cooper. She was a graduate of Brazil High School and attended IVY Tech...
Cloyd "Sonny" Fowler, Brazil, IN (10/4/23)

Cloyd “Sonny” Arthur Simpson Fowler, 70, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on October 1, 2023. Sonny, as he was commonly known, was born on December 6, 1952, in Greencastle, Indiana the son of William Arthur and Leona (Trisler) Fowler. He graduated from Greencastle High School with the class of 1970. Sonny went on to work as a tool and die maker in Greencastle for many years...
David Deakins, Brazil, IN (10/4/23)

David Elmer Deakins, 96, of Brazil, Indiana, passed away on October 2, 2023. David was born on July 20, 1927, in Staunton, Indiana, the son of David Elmer and Winifred Fay (Davis) Deakins. He graduated from Staunton High School at the age of 17. Following high school he served his country in the United States Navy. As a civilian, David worked at IBM for 33 years. He married Mary Dempsey on January 31, 1954; she survives...
Brenda Cooksey, Sullivan, IN (10/3/23)

Brenda Cooksey, 72, of Sullivan, Indiana passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at her residence. She was born on January 30, 1951 in Brazil, Indiana the daughter of Arthur L. Smith and Mary F. Miller Smith. Brenda graduated from high school and worked at Lear in Brazil for several years. She was a loving mother and grandmother...
JOAN McGILL, Clay City, IN (9/27/23)

Jessie Joan McGill, 79, passed away September 27, 2023. Joan was born to the late Austin and Irene (Maybaugh) Duncan on February 28, 1944 in Clay City. Joan graduated from Clay City High School in 1962. Shortly after high school graduation, Joan married the love of her life, Jerry McGill on October 6, 1962. ...