All Obituaries

Gerald “Gig” W. Miller, age 75, of Evansville, IN, kicked the bucket at Heritage Center of Holiday Health Care on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at 12:27 a.m. Gerald was born September 3, 1944, in Evansville, IN, to Leonard Miller and Martha (Stepp) Miller.  He graduated from North High Mechanical Arts in 1962. Gerald retired from ALCOA where he served as a maintenance mechanic.  Gerald is survived by his daughters, Shella Miller and Pamela Schneider; son, Morgan Miller...

Bill Joseph Foster, age 81, of Evansville, IN, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, May 23, 2020. Bill was born September 24, 1938, in Evansville, IN, to George Foster and Elizabeth (Gruebel) Foster. He served in the Marine Corps. Bill retired from General Electric as a shift leader. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Margaret (Kerr) Foster; daughters, Tracy Foster and Erica Robb (Todd); and son, Steven Foster (Kelly); and niece and nephews. Bill is...

Audra Michelle “Shelly” Russell, 52, of Metropolis, IL went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Massac Memorial Hospital. Shelly’s lifelong assignment was serving alongside her husband, Mark, in the ministry. She worked for nearly twenty-five years as an administrative assistant at the Abbey Press Gift Shop in St. Meinrad, IN. She was a member of Lighthouse Assembly of God. She had exceptional artistic talent and enjoyed painting, cooking,...

Linda Groves Tambunan, age 55, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 22, 2020, peacefully at her home. Linda was born July 15, 1964, in Muhlenberg Co., KY, to James Edward Groves and Carolyn Faye Mosby. She attended Bosse High School. Linda was a CNA for many years. She loved spending time with her beloved pets, Little Bitters and Cubby. Linda is survived by her daughter, Christina Groves; sisters, Kathy Gunn, Donna Groves, and Shelley Tielens; brother, Jeff Groves;...

Vinod Parekh, age 83, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2020, peacefully in his home. Vinod was born May 11, 1937, in Mahuva, Gujarat in India, to Laxmidas Parekh and Prabhavati (Gandhi) Parekh. He lived most of his life in Mumbai, India. Vinod set an example with his simple living, high thinking and was truly a gentleman in all his manners. Always, thinking about others’ comforts. He inspired his children and grandchildren to do their best, and always know...

Achilles Joseph Ommart, age 3 weeks, entered into God’s Loving Arms on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.  He will be cherished and loved for eternity. He is survived by his mother, Samantha Ommart; father, Joseph Wersich; sisters, Adalynn Bayer, Americus Burden, Aliannah Hall, Myra Wersich; brother, Aaron Hall; cousins, Jadah, Oliver and McKenna; grandparents, Angela Green, Mark Ommart, Tammy Wersich and Jeffrey Wersich; and many aunts and...

Ina L. (Boothe) Batton, age 97, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 8:16 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital. Ina was born August 25, 1922, in Terre Haute, IN, to William H. Boothe and Rosetta (Woodruff) Boothe. She served in the Women’s Army Corps during WWII for the Panama Canal Department. She enjoyed music and dancing. Ina is survived by her grandchildren, Jodie Smith (Donald), Jamie Batton and Shawn Davis; and great grandson, Jordan Phillips; friends, Judy Stiles...

Carol A. Perrin Hayes, age 74, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 4:20 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2020, at Braun’s Nursing Home. Carol was born May 20, 1945, in Evansville, IN, to Robert Perrin and Opal Perrin. She loved collecting stamps. Carol was a graduate at Deaconess School of Nursing. She was a certified LPN at Welborn Memorial Baptist Hospital in Evansville, IN. Carol is survived by her son, Randy Hayes (Pam); grandchildren, Brenden Pribble, and Zachery and Kyla Beckman;...

Wyota L. (Chism) Dickinson, age 82, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 12:47 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at home, surrounded by her family. Wyota was born December 22, 1937, in Evansville, IN, to John and Ruth (Beck) Chism. She attended Central High School and was a member of Central United Methodist Church. Wyota worked for several years for Ayr-Way and Weinbach’s, and then she went on to retire from Old National Bank. She enjoyed traveling, especially cruising the Caribbean....

Lillie W. (Rainey) Martin, age 78, of Evansville, IN, passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at Golden Living Woodlands of Newburgh. Lillie was born October 28, 1941, in Bowling Green, KY, to Andrew W. Rainey and Irene F. (Dowell) Rainey. She attended Bosse High School. Lillie worked in the restaurant industry for many years. She enjoyed working at Morrison’s Cafeteria and later retired as a salad maker from St. Joe Inn in 2003. She was a past member of American Legion Post on...

Adalyn Grace Santarsiero was born directly into God’s Loving Arms on Sunday, May 10, 2020, at Deaconess Women’s Hospital. She will be cherished and loved for eternity. Adalyn is survived by her parents, Vincent Santarsiero and Andrea Chessor Santarsiero; grandparents, David Chessor (April), Michael Santarsiero (Rachael); great grandparents, William Felts (Anita), Tom Santarsiero (Millie), Suzanne Chessor; aunt, Meagan Santarsiero; uncle, Jonathan Chessor (Mary Lee) and...

Susan C. (Carter) Roberts, age 65 of Evansville, IN, formerly of Louisville and Paducah, KY, passed away at 8:16 p.m. on Sunday, May 10, 2020, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Susan was born January 5, 1955, in Louisville, KY, to the late Louis and Lillian (Kramer) Carter. She graduated from Fern Creek High School in 1973 and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree from Murray State University and her Master’s of Education Degree from University of Evansville. Susan retired as...

Ona Mae Chatmon, aged 81, of Evansville, IN passed away on May 9th, 2020. She was the wife of Paul Chatmon (deceased) and mother to Paula Parks and Donnie Chatmon. Mae was born September 1, 1938 in Morgantown, KY to Edward and Exie Andrews.  She loved her family and spoke to friends and family members on the phone daily. Mae proudly worked as a school bus matron for the EVSC for many years and enjoyed shopping trips.  She is survived by daughter Paula (husband Bob Parks) of Ocala...

Esther Robinson, age 88, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:58 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2020, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Esther was born September 6, 1931, in Terre Haute, IN, to Henry Brown and Mamie Tyler Brown.  She attended Lincoln High School and returned to school later in life earning an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development in Louisville, Ky.  She worked as Director of a Day Care in Louisville Ky until she changed careers in 1990 when she began working as...

Daniel Sumrall, age 47, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 10:51 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Daniel was born April 27, 1973, in Evansville, IN, to Robert and Freida (Whitledge) Sumrall. He attended Castle High School. Daniel enjoyed being at Ellis Park as well as fast cars and fast bikes. He was a family man who had a contagious laugh. Daniel was always there for his family and was quick to help anyone in need. Daniel is survived by his son,...

Cheryl Ann Bryant, age 64, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 4:35 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Cheryl was born October 29, 1955, in Peoria, IL to Donald O. Bryant and C. Lyle Tanner Bryant Hasselbacher. She graduated from Sparland High School in 1973. Cheryl is a former member of Christian Fellowship Church and most recently attended Bethel Church. She retired from the United States Postal Service after 30 years of service. Cheryl was a Veteran of the...

Ricky D. Gower, age 55, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 9:41 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Select Specialty Hospital. Ricky was born August 21,1964, in Henderson, KY, to Ronald Dean Gower and Joyce Blake Gower. He graduated from Henderson County High School in 1982. Ricky was a manager at Auto Body Clinic in Cape Coral, FL for many years. He enjoyed fishing, Nascar, Disney, and his Ford truck. Ricky loved being surrounded by family and he spent many hours with his Ultima Online...

Raelynn Elizabeth Adams, 1 day old, entered into God’s Loving Arms on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Deaconess Women’s Hospital. Raelynn was born May 5, 2020, in Newburgh, IN, to Kayla Adams and Christopher Birdwell. She will be cherished and loved for eternity. Raelynn is survived by her parents, Kayla Adams and Christopher Birdwell; grandparents, Jerry and Lauren Adams; and grandparents, Chrissy Birdwell and Doug Simmons. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday,...

Wesley L. Whiteside, age 90, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital. Wesley was born March 6, 1930, in Palatka, AR, to George and Edith Whiteside. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1948. Wesley served as a Marine during the Korean Conflict. Wesley is survived by his wife of 69 years, Shirley A. (Shake) Whiteside; sons, Ron Whiteside (Deborah) and Larry Whiteside (Debra); grandchildren, Wesley E. Whiteside, Laura N. Bechtel, Leanne...

David Hamilton, age 72, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:50 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2020, at Golden Living Woodlands. David was born September 6, 1947, in San Diego, CA, to Raymond Hamilton and Margaret Hamilton and was raised in Terre Haute, IN. He graduated from Wiley High School in 1965. David worked at George Koch Sons as a welder, at multiple Coal Mines, and retired from Kuesters Hardware. He enjoyed Auto Racing, Auto Mechanics, Geology, and many areas of Earth Sciences. David was a...

Colleen Joyce (Smith) Richey, age 85, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 3:05 a.m. on Monday, May 4, 2020, at Primrose Retirement Community. Colleen was born July 19, 1934, in McCall, ID, to Albert Smith and Dorothy Helen (Reynolds) Applegate. She was a member of Newburgh United Methodist Church. Colleen loved pottery, painting, horseback riding, snow skiing, and she especially loved traveling to practically every country in the world. Colleen is survived by her sons, Scott Richey (Jackie) of...

Charles Thomas Hubbard, age 80, of Evansville, IN, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020. Charles was born June 17, 1939 in Evansville, IN to the late Ora and Elwana (Arnold) Hubbard. He graduated from Reitz High School in 1957 and attended the University of Evansville. Charles loved antiquing and collecting Civil War memorabilia. Charles served in the Army National Guard. Charles is survived by his wife, Betty (Bohnsack) Hubbard; daughters, Susan Nalin (Mike) and Kathy Kormelink;...

David G. Eager, age 82, of Evansville, IN, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. David was born October 19, 1937, in Evansville, IN, to George S. and Lillian (Groff) Eager. He graduated from the old Central High School in 1955 and went on to attend Indiana University and Evansville College where he was a charter member of Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. David was a member of American Baptist East LifeLifters. David retired from Sears & Roebuck with 35 ½...

Tamra “Tammy” (McCool) Heerdink, age 57, of Chandler, IN, passed away after a brief battle with brain cancer at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2020, surrounded by her loving friends and family in her home. Tammy was born June 6, 1962, in Anaheim, CA, to Richard McCool and Deanna (Hunt) Evans. She graduated from Harrison High School in 1980 and was a member of Vann Avenue Baptist Church. Tammy loved teaching her Sunday school class and going on retreats with her church family....

Reverend Dr. Larry Thomas Crowe, age 76, of Myrtle Beach, SC, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2020. Larry was born September 2, 1943, in Owensboro, KY, to Woodrow Berry and Hazel Gladys (Kirk) Crowe. He graduated from Reitz High School in 1961. Larry then graduated from Oakland City College and later was a professor at Oakland City University for 22 years. He also attended Southeastern Seminary and finished with a Doctorate from Indiana University. Larry was in...

Judith Ann “Judy” (Bufkin) Bitter, age 81, of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday April 28, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Judy was born August 8, 1938, in Evansville, IN, to Howard and Genevieve (Bush) Bufkin. She graduated from Bosse High School in 1956. Judy went on to earn her LPN License and worked at Welborn Clinic for many years and later as a floral designer at Accent on Flowers. She won the All City Award for her floral designs, and she loved going to...

Tony Johnson, formerly of Evansville and most recently residing in Sun City Center, Florida, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 27, 2020 at age 86. Tony was an Evansville native, having attended Baker Grade School and Central High School. Tony and his wife Murline, lived in Evansville for most of their adult lives.  Their sons, Jeff and Brad, are both Harrison High School graduates. Tony was a popular and well-known Pastor in Evansville, finishing his ministry after founding Christ...

Jack D. Neilson, Sr., age 87, of St. Paul, MN, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020, at the Estates of Roseville. Jack was born, in Enfield, IL to Violet A. Hedge. He worked at Arkla Industries for 23 years, Comaier Security Services for 2 years, and Qualex Photo for 8 Years, where he retired in 1995. Jack served in the U.S. Air Force. Jack is survived by his wife, Marian Neilson; daughters, Connie Boger (Jerry), Ginger Miller (Jon); son; Jack D. Neilson, Jr....

Lee Juanell (Cowan) Flener, 84, peacefully slipped away and awoke in the hands of the Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Lee was born to Aubrey and Virgie Cowan on January 26, 1936.  She graduated from Central High School in 1954, and enjoyed planning and attending her high school reunions. Lee was a secretary for many years, and somehow managed to talk her way into getting summers off to spend with her girls. Lee was a lifelong member of the former Radio Tabernacle, now known as Bible...

Edna E. Dennison Dwyer, age 87, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2020, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Edna was born December 30, 1932, in Central City, KY, to Harry Dennison and Pauline Wagner Dennison Smith. She was a member of The First Pentecostal Church of Evansville. Edna enjoyed spending her time crocheting. Edna is survived by her sons, Elvin Dwyer Jr. (Myrtra) and John Dwyer; daughters, Marie Newman (Steve), Linda Dwyer, and Sharon Campbell; and...