All Obituaries

Andrew David “Andy” Cave, age 47, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 9:56 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at home. Andy was born May 17, 1970, in Evansville, IN, to John & Evelyn (Buckwalter) Cave. He attended Central High School, attended Emanuel Lutheran Church, and worked in landscaping. Andy loved his daughters and enjoyed spending time with his family outdoors, camping, hiking, and rock climbing at Garden of the Gods. Andy is survived by his parents,...

Betty Delores Scarbrough, age 87, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 10:16 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at her residence. Betty was born March 29, 1931, in Evansville, Indiana, to Curtis M. Hodges and Eva Loraine (Wooley) Hodges.  She was employed by the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation for 21 years.  Betty was a member of the Teamsters Union #215. Betty is survived by sister, Jean Fulkerson of Evansville, IN; brother Richard Meredith of Boonville,...

Ralph Kerby II, age 68, of Newport, KY, passed away at 7:36 a.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at Atria Senior Living. Ralph was born August 31, 1949, in Evansville, IN, to the late Ralph Kerby I and the late Ann Elizabeth (Morris) Kerby. He graduated from Central High School in 1967. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Meredith; sister, Claudia Raven; and grandson, Ethan Nunn. Burial will be Private with no Funeral Services. Condolences may be made...

Virginia Rittenour, age 96 of Evansville, Indiana passed peacefully away at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at her home. Virginia was born on August 12, 1921 in Evansville, Indiana to the late Robert and Bernice (Shelton) Pate. She graduated from Benjamin Bosse High School in 1939.  She entered the work force in the Materials Control Division of International Harvester.  In later years, she worked as a purchasing agent for Mesker Steel, eventually retiring from this...

Annette passed away peacefully on April 6, 2018 in Evansville, Indiana at the age of 71 with her husband, Terry, and his family at her side.  Annette was born on January 28, 1947 in Santa Paula, California to the late James Edward and Bertha Jane (Wilder) Johns. She graduated from high school in Santa Paula and from Ventura Junior College. Annette moved to Vacaville, California and worked for the Solano County District Attorney’s Office as a secretary. Annette next...

Patsy “Pat” Dunning, passed away peacefully 4:35 PM Thursday, April 5, 2018, at Good Samaritan Home. Pat was born March 15, 1942, in Lamsaco, KY, to the late Floyd B. and Tylene (Garrett) Dunning. She graduated from Bosse High School and worked for many years for the Alexander Leich Company, and deJongs. Pat was a kind, caring person with a gentle, generous spirit. She was the chief caregiver for her parents and her beloved sister Rosie. She is survived by...

Richard Gerhard Milligan, age 59, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2018, at home. Richard was born September 27, 1958, to the late Robert Dean Milligan and to Anna (Thoma) O’Bryan. He graduated from Bosse High School and was a Veteran of the United States Army. Richard was passionate about music and especially loved Rock & Roll. His sports teams were Alabama Crimson Tide and Kentucky Wild Cats. Richard’s favorite things to do...

Tony Bullock 51 – Evansville The man, The myth, The LEGEND! Tony passed away April 4, 2018 at The Bat Cave that his family called home. He left behind a hell of a lot of “good stuff” to his family, who has no idea what to do with it. So if you happen to be looking for an extremely large TV from the early 90s, some (slightly) warped 2x4s, a few years old Halloween make-up, Arcade games, or even a SWEET 1991 Nissan Maxima fitted with a spoiler,...

Charis A. (Phillips) Bastine, age 72, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:20 pm, Friday, March 30, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN. Born in Eola, KY on New Year’s Day in 1946, Charis was the daughter of the late Willard and Delphia (Sturgill) Phillips.  She married Hubert Bastine and they had 45 years together before he passed.  Charis retired from EPI-HAB Fabricating Company after 47 years of service.  During the last several years, Charis...

Ruth E. (Montgomery) Schlusemeyer, age 94, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2018, at Linda E White Hospice. Ruth was born September 23, 1923, in Dixie, KY to the late Ortho & Stella (Pullum) Montgomery. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church, past president of American Business Women’s Association, Evansville Museum Member, Kennel Club Member, enthusiastic supporter of University of Evansville basketball, world traveler,...

Gloria Ann (Bilyeu) Yates, 71, of Evansville, IN passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 in her home. Ann was born November 13, 1946, in Browder, KY to Icy Dora (Welborn) Herron and James Edward Bilyeu. She loved children – anybody’s children. In her home or at her church, she spent most of her life raising, feeding, diapering, teaching, and loving children. She taught Sunday School and led a preschool choir. She was a fabulous cook who had an award-winning chili that...

Christian Michael Gollner passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 6, 2018, at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel – A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue with Pastor Denny Stevenson officiating. Burial will be Private. Friends may visit from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 6, 2018 at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel. Further information will be forthcoming.

Anna Marie Cantrell, age 46, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 5:18 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital after fighting her strongest for her family, due to cancer. Anna was born July 9, 1971, in Evansville, IN, She worked for and attended Eastminster Presbyterian Church. Anna is survived by her loving husband, Christopher; daughters, Hannah and Adilynn Helm; grandson, Khylenn Gee; sister, Mary Fulkerson; and brothers, Tom, Mike and Danny.  She was...

Karen (Kimmel) Longest, age 55, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:25 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018, at Select Specialty. Karen was born August 4, 1962, in Evansville, IN, to the late Charles P. Kimmel, Sr. and the late Violet (Norrington) Biddle. She graduated from Bosse High School in 1980 and attended Ivy Tech Community College. Karen loved her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Brittney Barr (Matthew...

Helen E. Smith, 103, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2018, at Newburgh Healthcare. She was born to the late Floyd J. and Hattie (Hill) Peasley on December 3, 1914 in Moscow, ID. Helen lived most of her life in Yakima, WA and worked in the fruit canning industry. She is preceded in death by her husband, Duke, who passed away in 1975 and her two sisters, Dorothy and Marge. She is survived by her daughter, Esther Fitzgerald; grandchildren, Pam Baker (Steven) of Evansville,...

Lucy Helen Morris (Nevels), 89, cashed in her chips on Friday, March 16, 2018 at her home in Evansville, IN. She spent her last weeks surrounded by the ones who loved her most, staying fiery and full of sass until her dying day. She was best known as “Helen,” “Ma,” “Grammy,” and her favorite, “Pokey.” The last few years of her life she spent with her kids and granddaughter, devouring strawberry Rooties at IHOP, making it to Krispy Kreme in...

Jack Allen Benjamin, 85, was called to his heavenly home at 7:31 pm, on Thursday, March 15, 2018. He was born October 27, 1932, in Winslow, IN, to the late Raymond and Mabel Benjamin. He graduated from Winslow high school in 1951, Oakland City College in 1954, and received a master’s degree from Indiana University.  The most significant date in his life was August 20, 1954, the day he married the love of his life, Betty Joan Smith who preceded him in death on November...

Thomas “Tom” D. Denton, Sr. age 82, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, March 15, 2018, at Hamilton Pointe. Tom was born September 5, 1935 in Beech Grove, KY to Thomas E. Denton and Virginia (Hunt) Denton.  He worked as a Manager for Industrial Equipment and was a member of the Operating Engineers Union Local 181. Tom was a member of Bethel Church and the Road Knights Car Club.  He enjoyed dancing, playing cards, golfing, NASCAR, sprint...

Joyce Ann (Hollander) Fogle, age 81, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 10:42 p.m. on March 15, 2018, at Linda E White Hospice House.  She was born in Evansville, IN on June 13, 1936 to Charles Hollander and Dora (Howard) Hollander.  Joyce is survived by sons, Mark Simpson of Bloomington, IN and David Simpson of Seattle, WA.  She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Ken Fogle; and brother, Gene Hollander. Funeral Services will be...

John La Mar, age 42, of Newburgh, IN, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. John was born January 29, 1976, in Evansville, IN, to the late Robert La Mar, Sr. and Linda (Henderson) La Mar. He graduated from Castle High School in 1994. John was a Welder and enjoyed his job. In his spare time, John liked to fish, work on cars and watch movies. John was a big-hearted family man who loved his son, mother, brothers and his nieces and nephews....

James W. Elliott, 75, of Henderson, KY and Grayling, MI, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at his home. Born March 29, 1942 in Evansville, IN, he was the son of the late William and Mary (Hamman) Elliott.  Jim graduated from North High School in Evansville, IN. He then proudly served our country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.  Jim had a successful career with NCR Corporation and retired as Director of Sales. Jim enjoyed his time with his...

Martha N. Hendershot, age 93, passed away at 10:35 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at Newburgh Health Care. Martha was born July 7, 1924, in Bedford, IN, to George Hitchcock and Ernestine (Blackburn) Hitchcock.  She attended Methodist Temple.  Martha was a homemaker. She is survived by daughters and sons, Ellen Hendershot, Rodger Hendershot (Pat), Keith Hendershot, Sharon Hendershot, and Shirley Klaus (Dean); one sister; seven grandchildren and several great...

Mary A. (Calvert) Shutt, 95, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 10:25 am, Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at Signature Health Care in Newburgh, IN. Mary was born September 24, 1921 in Marion, IN, to the late Morgan and Lillian (Piner) Calvert. Visitation and Entombment are Private. No Services. Arrangements are being handled by Boone Funeral Home East Chapel – A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville.

Murphy Lynn Evans passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Murphy Lynn was born Tuesday, March 13, 2018 to Johnathan Evans and Amanda Smith. Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Boone Funeral Home East Chapel – A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN. Condolences may be made to the family online at...

LouAnn (Nelson) Doyle of Evansville, IN, was born on March 30, 1954, in Huntingburg, IN, and passed away at 11:03 am, Monday, March 12, 2018.  LouAnn was the daughter of the late Geneva Faulkner and George Wheeler Nelson. On August 13, 1994, she married Robert Doyle, who preceded her in death on February 4, 2009.  LouAnn graduated from Bloomfield High School in Bloomfield, MO, in 1972, and from Southeast Missouri State University in 1977.  She had...

Richard “Scott” Byers, age 53, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 5:15 p.m. on Monday, March 12, 2018, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Scott was born August 10, 1964, in Evansville, IN, to the late Danny Byers and Sharon (Tosh) Byers. He graduated from Castle High School in 1982. Scott was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, camping, and NASCAR. He was passionate about spending time volunteering for the Warrick County Republican Party. He is survived by his...

Monica Kulikovich entered into God’s Loving Arms Monday, March 12, 2018, at Deaconess Women’s Hospital.  She will be cherished and loved for eternity. Monica is survived by her parents, Alex and Tania (Ivaschenko) Kulikovich; sister, Karina Kulikovich; and brother, James Kulikovich.. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Faith Bible Church, 5601 Oak Hill Rd with Pastors Ernie Godshall and Bryce Beale officiating. Burial...

Inez Markham Hancock, age 100, of Evansville, IN passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Good Samaritan Home. Inez was born to Erie and Edith Miller Richards, September 1, 1917 in Richland, IN. She was of Christian faith, graduate of DeVry’s Beauty School, Fifty-year member of Eastern Star, past Matron, and a retiree of Sears. She is survived by her son, John T. Markham of Evansville, IN; daughter, Janet Covington of Gainesville, FL; 7 grandchildren; 7...

John Hofferth, age 54, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at his residence. He was born March 11, 1963, in Valparaiso, IN, to Bill and Sharon (Yates) Hofferth. He graduated from Valparaiso High School in 1981. John worked at Regions Bank where he was an officer and branch manager. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He loved golfing, was a great cook, enjoyed snow skiing and spending time with his family. He...

Larry W. Mathis, age 70, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:57 p.m. on March 9, 2018, at his residence. He was born June 19, 1947, in Evansville, IN, to Robert B. & Georgiana (Dye) Mathis. Larry graduated from Central High School in 1969 and proudly served in the U.S. Navy.   Larry retired from production at Whirlpool after 42 years of service.  He was a member of the United Christian Fellowship Church and enjoyed fishing.  Larry is survived by his...