All Obituaries

Terry D. Helms, also known as Officer Friendly, age 78, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 6:30 p.m. on January, 26, 2021, at River Pointe Nursing Home. Terry was born April 9, 1942, in Boonville, IN, to Robert “Chubs” Helms and Myrtle “Toots” (Broshears) Helms. He was a Boonville High School graduate. Terry was an Evansville Police Department officer from June 16, 1966 until his retirement on June 15, 2001. He received the “Officer of the Year” award for...

Joyce C. (Plank) Miller, age 87, of Newburgh, IN, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021, at Hamilton Pointe. Joyce was born January 28, 1933, in St. Louis, MO, to James R. Plank and Anna M. (Street) Plank. She graduated from Southwest High School of St. Louis in 1951.  Joyce taught Sunday School, and volunteered at First Baptist Church in Affton, MO. When she lived in Bowling Green, KY, Joyce was an avid choir member at First Baptist Church. More recently, she was a...

Gayle S. (Mullen) Collier, age 83, of Newburgh, IN, went home to be with the Lord at 8:01 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital with family by her side. Robert J. “Bob” Collier, age 84, followed suite to be with the love of his life at 6:01 a.m. on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Linda E. White Hospice House with family by his side. Gayle was born August 7, 1937, in Evansville, IN, to the late Norton E. and Carmen V. (Brown) Mullen. She graduated from...

Margaret A. “Peggy” Mahannah, age 72, of Evansville, IN, went home to be with the Lord after gracefully fighting a long battle with cancer on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Golden Living Center – Woodlands in Newburgh, IN. Peggy was born December 28, 1948, in Watertown, NY, to E. Alan Mahannah, Jr. and Helen E. (Travers) Mahannah. She graduated from Gross Pointe High School in Michigan in 1967 and earned her Biblical Counseling Degree from Illinois Christian College in...

Stephen E. “Steve” Stucker, age 69, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 5:55 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Steve was born September 5, 1951, in Bardstown, KY, to Burnace and Katherine (Tudor) Stucker. He graduated from Bardstown High School in 1969 and went on to earn his Associates Degree. Steve was a Veteran in the United States Army Reserves. He was a member of Catalyst Church. Steve retired as a Lab Carrier, but was as jack of...

Reba (Vincent) Devine, age 83, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 5:41 a.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Reba was born November 7, 1937, in Muhlenberg County, KY, to Albert Vincent and Pauline (Evans) Vincent. She attended Bremen High School in Breman, KY. Reba worked in sales for several years, the jewelry department at K-Mart in Newburgh and more recently, as a receptionist for Action Staffing. She was a longtime member, youth leader and Sunday school teacher...

James T. “Tom” Frank, Sr., age 84, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away at 10:45 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at his home. Tom was born March 16, 1936, in Valparaiso, IN, to John R. Frank and Agnes J. (Webb) Frank. He graduated from Valparaiso High School in 1955. Tom was a man with many passions and hobbies. He loved sailing with friends at the Indianapolis Sailing Club. He was a skilled photographer. He was a ham radio enthusiast. He traveled the world to places like...

Leona Sue (Linxwiler) Gardner, age 83, of Evansville, IN, went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2021. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church and was a coordinator of the Hands of Mercy/Babushka Ministry at CFC. She was a graduate of Central High School. Sue retired from Cinergy (Duke Energy) as an accountant in 1996, and later worked part time at Doulos Family Services for more than 12 years. Sue loved traveling abroad and had visited 9 countries, and Reading and tending to her...

William “Jerry” Herron, age 87, of Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away at 8:50 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at his home. Jerry was born June 7, 1933, in Hopkins County, KY, to Thomas and Lola (Barnes) Herron. He graduated from Dalton High School and Murray State University with 5 degrees. He retired in 1993 from Mt. Vernon High School and worked as a Economics Teacher. He enjoyed fishing, gambling, and gardening. He was a man of few words but a lot of wisdom. Jerry is survived...

Michael E. “Mike” Loftus, age 66, of Evansville, IN, passed peacefully at 9:36 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2021, surrounded by his family at St. Vincent Hospital. Mike was born March 6, 1954, in Hammond, IN, to George K. Loftus and Marianne Minnette. He was a 1972 Bosse High School graduate. Mike attended One Life Church East with his daughters. He was well known in Evansville and in the Midwest for his many years of food service. Mike managed and supervised several well-known...

Susan E. (Eblen) McGinnis, age 96, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 9:25 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2021, at Walnut Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center. Susan was born March 13, 1924, in Henderson, KY, to Marvin D. Eblen and Nannie (Cooper) Eblen. She graduated from Barret High School. She attended Ward Belmont for her Associate’s degree and then attended University of Kentucky to complete her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She completed her Master’s in English...

Jane Lola Porteous passed away on January 16, 2021 at only 103 years young. Jane Lola was born May 26. 1917 to Sarah “Sadie” Youngblood Hedges and Albert Melvin Hedges (A Methodist “country Minister”) in Evansville, Indiana. Jane Lola Porteous had a background in the study of Art. She attended Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and studied portraiture, drawing and sculpting, as well as oil painting, still life, acrylic and oriental brushwork. She continued...

The sweetest lady on Earth, Jean Esther Witt Spicer left for her heavenly home late on Saturday night, January 16, 2021.  Having been diagnosed with COVID just 12 days prior, she fought the good fight, anchored by her love for her family and her Lord.  In the end, the Lord chose to call her home. In answer to many fervent prayers, she passed peacefully, listening to hymns and Christian music. To Jean, family was what it was all about…that and her devotion to Christ. ...

Lisa F. Fitzgerald, also known as “Mamaw Fitz”, age 56, of Evansville, IN, passed peacefully into the arms of God, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Lisa was born October 27, 1964, in Evansville, IN, to Charlotte (Smallwood) Schmeing. She attended Reitz High School. Lisa was a wonderful wife and mother who loved her grandbabies, playing Bingo, card games and Yahtzee. Her light will continue to shine on through her...

Myrtle Sue (McCormick) Underhill, age 86, of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Sue was born February 2, 1934, in Ashbyburg, KY, to Leonard and Agnes (Berrong) McCormick. She graduated from High School in Hanson, KY, in 1952 and worked as a Press Operator for Bernardin Bottling Company, now known as Seal-Can Bottling Company. Sue was a member of Living Word Christian Church. She enjoyed reading her Bible, and she especially loved spending...

Zulma Torres-Ortiz, age 82, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 9:10 p.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at her home, surrounded by her family. Zulma was born June 15, 1938, in Ensenada, Puerto Rico, to Enrique Torres and Isabel (Ortiz) Torres. She earned her Cosmetology License and retired as a Salesperson from Clairol. Zulma enjoyed sewing, reading, gardening, and making jewelry. Zulma is survived by her children, Isabel Lotti, Edith Lotti-Torres; and Angel Lotti; son-in-law, Charles...

Ralph Doles Templeton, age 93, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:35 a.m. on January 9, 2021, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Ralph was born September 30, 1927, in Bloomington, IN, to the late Frank L. Templeton and Gladys (Doles) Templeton. He grew up in Bloomington, IN. After high school, Ralph enlisted into the United States Army. He was in the 2nd Constabulary Regimental Band in Freising, Germany. Ralph attended Indiana University, graduating with a Bachelor of Music Education in 1950....

Elaine Leeanne Marver lived from Jan 16th,1984 until January 7th, 2021. Elaine was a force and a power, very difficult to disagree with. If you knew her, you understand.  Elaine would leave people feeling intimidated, loved, or in awe.  She had no fear of the afterlife. She often verbalized what would be waiting on her.  She is survived by her sisters Tracy Hillenbrand, Danielle Marver and Kara Marver Smith. She is also survived by her son she loved dearly Chevy Selby and her...

John Nathan Bartlett, age 39, of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021. John was born May 14, 1981, in Cincinnati, OH, to Jimmy and Jean (Arhelger) Bartlett. He attended Reitz High School and worked for Kings Great Buys Plus as a salesman. John is survived by his mother, Jean Bartlett; daughter, Elle Bartlett; brother, JB Bartlett (Risha); and nieces and nephews, Kassidy Bartlett, Landon Bartlett, and Chris Glosser. John is preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Bartlett;...

Robert “Bob” O. Kerney, age 76, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:01 p.m. on Monday, January 4, 2021, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Bob was born July 3, 1944, in Evansville, IN to the late James O. and Eileen E. (Steinback) Kerney. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1962 and graduated from the University of Evansville with a degree in Accounting. Bob was a CPA for 40 years. He enjoyed singing in the choirs at Bethel Temple and Crossroads Church. He volunteered at...

Rock A. Barnett, age 61, of Evansville, IN, passed peacefully on Monday, January 4, 2021. Rock was born January 28, 1959, in Evansville, IN, to Michael and Annabelle (Rainey) Barnett. He retired from Park Lawn Cemetery in 2016. Rock enjoyed being outdoors, doing landscaping and yard work. He was a family man at heart and hardly ever missed breakfast once a week with his brothers. Rock touched the lives of all who knew him and he will be truly missed.   Rock is survived by his...

Guy E. Tyler, age 70, of Canton, IL, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away at 12:20 p.m. on Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Sunset Manor in Canton, IL. Guy was born November 18, 1950, in Evansville, IN to John H. and Miranda (Carney) Tyler. He attended Central High School and retired from Escalade Sports in 2015 after working as a lift truck operator or 42 years. Guy enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, and watching football. Guy is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Steele (Brandan);...

Rodney E. Beck, age 68, of Evansville, IN passed away at 7:25 a.m. on Sunday, January 3, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital. Rodney was born March 6, 1952, in St. Paul, MN to Norman and Rachael (Bennet) Beck. He graduated from White Bear Lake High. He was an avid fisherman, and enjoyed coaching and umpiring his children’s sports teams. Rodney is survived by his daughters, Angie Cobb (Fred) and Amanda Faletti (Brian); sons, Mike Beck (Kelly) and Matthew Beck (Colleen). Arrangements are...

Leeroy Kipp, age 74, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown. Leeroy was born July 29, 1946 in Evansville, IN to Henry and Ruby (Dills) Kipp. He was involved with the ministry at Riverwalk where he led Bible study and memorial services. Leeroy loved being around people and spending time with his grandchildren. He loved animals and was the happiest person you ever met. Leeroy is survived by his daughters, Akissa Hormell (Jeremy) and...

  Elaine Mullins, age 83, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 5:00 a.m. on Friday, January 1, 2021, at her home. Elaine was born January 11, 1937, in Chapmanville, WV, to Loransey Dingess and Grace (Conley) Dingess. She worked at Raceland High School and was a member of Oak Street Chapel Baptist Church in Flatwoods, KY. Elaine is survived by her daughter, Gloria Lynn Daniels (Roger); sons, Robert Gene Mullins (Susie) and Richard Randall Mullins (Beth); 15 grandchildren; 2 great...

Mildred (Burris) Hopper, age 92, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 12:45 a.m. on January 1, 2021, at Signature Healthcare. Mildred was born April 24, 1928, in Paducah, KY, to John Burris and Rachel (Parker) Burris. She graduated from Central High School. Mildred taught Sunday School for over 50 years, and was most recently a member of Heritage Baptist Church. She worked as a seamstress for several local bridal shops. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Deborah Barnett; brother, John...

Robert L. Harper, age 90, of Boonville, IN, went home to be with his heavenly Father at 6:17am on Friday, January, 1, 2021. Robert was born March 25, 1930 in Newburgh, IN, to Charles Augustus and Mary Lula (Huffine) Harper.  He graduated from Francisco High School.  Dad worked for Whirlpool before going to work for Lincoln Life Insurance.  He sold life insurance until he retired.  After retirement he managed the Chateau Apartments on the eastside of Evansville for...

Peggy J. (Seaver) Hollander, age 78, of Gentryville, IN, passed peacefully on Friday, January 1, 2021, at her home. Peggy was born June 2, 1942, in Evansville, IN, to Ervin Seaver and LaVina Seaver. She attended North High School. Peggy was a devoted wife and mother. She loved making ceramics, and especially being outside working in her flower garden. Peggy is survived by her son, Steven Hollander (Ruthy); grandchildren, Shawn Hollander (Jennifer) and Brenden Woodruff; and four great...

William “Bill” G. Decker, age 83, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 12:18 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Bill was born July 3, 1937, in Evansville, IN, to Chester Decker and Addie (Johnson) Decker. He retired from CSX Railroad (formerly L&N) in 1987 after 27 years, and then worked for Radiopharmacy as a deliverer of nuclear medicine. Bill served in the US Army, and he pastored a Pilgrim Holiness Church in Patoka, IN in 1976 and 1977. Bill...

Viola (Smith) Hartwick, age 94, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, December 27, 2020, at her home. Viola was born February 8, 1926, in Siberia, IN, to Ella (Kline) Meiring. She retired from Kent Plastics in 1988. Viola was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of  Evansville, the Ladies Auxiliary VFW #1114 Viola is survived by her sister, Jean Lampkin. Viola is preceded in death by her mother, Ella; husband, Theodore "Ted" Hartwick; daughter, Ruthie...