All Obituaries

Darrell Edward Johnson, 79, of the Villages, Florida, passed away at 2:57 p.m., Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at Cornerstone Hospice. Arrangements are pending at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel - A Family Tradition Funeral Home - 5330 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN.

James “Jim” Edward Alexander, 89, of Evansville, passed away at 5:56 a.m. on Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at West River Health Campus. Jim was born January 15, 1929, in Herrin, IL, to the late Harry and Ruth (Goins) Alexander. He graduated from Herrin High School in 1948. In 2002, he was inducted into the Herrin High School Hall of Fame for outstanding achievement in the field of athletics. Jim earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Southern Illinois University, where he held a...

Dennis Harold Hill, Jr., age 49, of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at home. Dennis was born 05/02/1969, in Henderson, KY, to Dennis Hill, Sr. and Wilma (Oates) Hill. He was an over the road truck driver, a member of Grace Baptist Church, and a member of Artic Masonic Lodge 394. Dennis was a big UK Basketball fan. He enjoyed fishing and especially loved his 4-legged babies. He is survived by his mother, Wilma Hill; loving wife of 17 years, Tonia (Donner-Williams) Hill;...

Jeffery Watson Harmon, Jr., age 92, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:55 a.m. on Monday, October 08, 2018, at River Pointe Health Campus. Jeff was born October 13, 1925 in Jacksonville, IL, to the late Jeffrey Watson Harmon & Elizabeth Jane (Doak) Harmon. He attended Central High School, and his first professional music-related job in Evansville was at 16 years of age. Jeff has been playing music ever since. He and his wife, Jane, worked together with many local musicians as Jeff...

Charles “Owen” Vessell Jr, 92, of Evansville, IN passed away at 12:30 PM Monday, October 8, 2018 at West River Health Campus.  Owen was born on December 12, 1925 in Paducah, KY.   He was the son of Charles Owen and Louise (Grogan) Vessell.  The family moved to Evansville when he was two years old.  Owen graduated from Caze Elementary School and Bosse High School. When Owen was a senior at Bosse High School, WWII was raging.  He graduated one...

Deanna Splittorff, age 53, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 10:33 a.m. on Saturday, October 6, 2018, at Newburgh Health Care. Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, October 14, 2018 at Maranatha Baptist Church, 3200 Casey Road, Newburgh. Burial will be Private. 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 boonefuneralhome.net

Russell E. Kincheloe, age 96, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:30 p.m. on October 3, 2018, at River Pointe Health Campus. Russell was born June 22, 1922, in Wadesville, IN, to the late Russell A. and Opal M. (Montgomery) Kincheloe. He graduated from Wadesville High School in 1939. Russell was a member of Mount Zion General Baptist Church in Oliver, IN and attended Methodist Temple Church in Evansville. He served his country in the United States Army Air Force ATC during World War II in...

Harold W. “Bud” Gardner, Sr., age 81, of Spring Hill, FL, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2018, at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, FL. Bud was born October 20, 1936, in Indianapolis, IN, to the late William & Edna (Ward) Gardner. He graduated from Thomas Carr Howe High School in 1954. Bud was a Master of the Evansville Daylight Lodge 752. He finished his apprenticeship at General Motors – Allison Division in Indianapolis, worked at Dolen...

Dorothy I. Doerner, age 97, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 7:33 a.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at The Village at Hamilton Pointe. Dorothy was the only child of Alfred and Ethel (Tatum) Bauermeister. She was born in Evansville, IN and grew up in the Central United Methodist Church. Dorothy began her education at Bosse School where she spent 8 years in elementary school and 4 years as a high school student.  After graduating from Bosse, Dorothy attended Evansville College. She...

On Sunday, September 30, 2018, Frank R. Komar passed away at the age of 76. Frank was born on August 16, 1942 in East Chicago, Indiana to Frank and Martha Komar. He graduated from Indiana University in 1967 and obtained his Certified Public Accountant License in 1973. Frank practiced accounting for 40 years in Evansville. On June 11, 1977, he married Jane Louise Lasher. They raised two sons, Frank and Chris, who both reside in Evansville. Frank had a passion for aviation and was an avid...

Jerry Ray Horn, born March 29, 1943, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at University of Louisville Hospital. Jerry served in the US Army serving several tours in Vietnam and retired after 24 years. He went on to work as a cross-country truck driver for Schneider Trucking, where he also retired after many years. Jerry was a member of Stithton Baptist Church. He enjoyed making beautiful pictures with his woodworking, and he loved working outside and spending time with...

Stella Delores (Caine) Sumner, age 89, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 6:28 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Stella was born March 22, 1929, in Henderson, KY, to the late Herbert Caine & Anna Mae (McCormick) Caine. She graduated from Bosse High School in 1947. Stella was a homemaker and pastor’s wife. She and her late husband, Johnny founded the Free Pentecostal Church of Evansville in the early 1960s. Stella loved spending time...

Evans “EJ” Owusu, Jr., age 21 months, of Newburgh, IN, entered into God’s Loving Arms at 3:42 p.m. on Sunday, September 23, 2018, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.  His love, his light, and his spirit will forever be in our hearts. EJ was born December 6, 2016, in Newburgh, IN to Evans Owusu, Sr. and Tamicko (Lipsey) Owusu. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, September 28, 2018 at Crossroads Christian Church,10800 Lincoln Ave, Newburgh, IN...

Melanie Jo (Minton) Robertson, age 46, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:40 a.m. on Sunday, September 23, 2018. Melanie was born February 12, 1972, in Fort Smith, AR, to George and Debra Ann (Weissmann) Minton. She was a member of Center of Hope Church. Melanie enjoyed dancing, music, and singing out loud. She is survived by her father, George Minton; mate, Marvin Hinton; husband, John Robertson; children, Steven, Shawn, Michael, Johnny, Dylan, George, and Alicia; 11 grandchildren; and...

Effie May Thomason, age 96, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 22, 2018, at Newburgh Healthcare Center. Effie was born November 26, 1921, in Evansville, IN, to Louie Ottis and Sina May (Ledbetter) Stephens. She was a past member of Bible Center Cathedral.  Effie graduated from Central High School.   She retired from Welborn Baptist Hospital in the Housekeeping Department. Effie is survived by daughter, Mary Thomason of Evansville, IN and...

Michael Wayne Norrick, a prolific story teller, 50 year survivor of marriage, fathering four fantastic kids, and 35 years as a coal miner, died on September 21 after a well lived and fulfilled life. Born on January 14th 1947 to parents Charles and Virginia Norrick in Winslow, Indiana. Mike was the oldest of five children Steven (deceased), Sharon (Ronnie), Mark (Olivia), Karen (Robert) and spent his youth pushing the limits of rules and finding unique ways of getting in and out of...

Mary Ann Koenigseker, age 76, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at Hamilton Pointe on Tuesday, September 18, 2018. Mary Ann was born November 20, 1941, in Rome, IN, to the late Ernest E. and Adeline M. (Jarboe) Bubenzer. She graduated from Cannelton High School in 1960 and went on to work as a Bank Officer Supervisor at National City Bank in Indianapolis, where she retired in 2003 after 25 years. Mary Ann enjoyed gardening, decorating, and cooking. She is survived by her step-daughters, Mary...

Miae Hanson, age 73, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 4:05 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Miae was born August 10, 1945, in South Korea, to the late Haun Sung Kim and Sun Ae Haun. She was a member of Korean Baptist Church. Miae loved cooking, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. She had a huge heart, and she loved to help everyone. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Robert G. Hanson; sister, Chang Cha Washington...

Jane Hickam Grizzell, a long time resident of Evansville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 16th. She was 93. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana on October 1st, 1924 to Willis and Ruth Elliott Hickam.  After graduating from high school in Spencer, Indiana, Jane attended DePauw University, graduating in 1945. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and voted May Queen by the student body her senior year.  While at DePauw, she met returning WW II veteran Joel...

Roger Huff, age 73, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Roger was born May 30, 1945, in Evansville, IN, to Curtis & Bessie (Holmes) Huff. He attended Bosse High School.  Roger always had a strong work ethic. He started his first business at the age of 13 selling candy and sodas. Roger was self-employed with a carpet installation business and was also known as the “Produce Man” at Giant Flea Market on Kentucky Avenue. Where not only did he...

Joseph Tickamyer, age 68, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:45 p.m. on Friday, September 14, 2018, at Newburgh Healthcare. Joseph was born June 13, 1950, in Kansas City, KS, to Ray & Florence (Kerns) Tickamyer. Joe was a custodian for 36 years for the EVSC. He worked at Fairlawn Elementary School and Washington Middle School. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sandi Tickamyer, son, Joseph Edward Tickamyer, brother, Danny (Trinadad) Tickamyer, grandchildren, Haley Jo Luna...

Baby Ellis was born directly into God’s Loving Arms on Friday, August 31, 2018, at The Women’s Hospital. Baby Ellis is survived by parents, Brandon Ellis and Desirae Duran of Evansville, IN; sister, Isabella Ellis; grandparents, Mike Duran, Melissa Hunter and Jessica and James Ellis, of Evansville; and great grandparents, Sheila Duran and Marion Hunter. Baby Ellis is preceded in death by brother, Ryder James Michael Ellis. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m.,...

Charles D. Kull, Sr., age 85, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:03 p.m. on Monday, September 10, 2018, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Charles was born on February 3, 1933, in Lawrenceville, IL, to the late Harold and Dolly (Conn) Kull. He graduated from Lawrenceville High School and earned a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Illinois. Charles was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He was stationed out of Jacksonville, FL, and patrolled the North Atlantic in a Lockheed P2V...

Tyna (McClure) Wheat, age 57, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:04 p.m. on Friday, September 7, 2018, at Deaconess Hospital. Tyna was born January 25, 1961, in Henderson, KY to the late Robert “RK” and Dorothy (Bellew) McClure. She graduated from Henderson High School in 1979 and earned her Bachelor’s Degree from University of Kentucky. Tyna was the co-owner of The Diamond Galleria since 2013 and held a deep passion for her work in the jewelry industry. Outside of her...

Robert Lee Goad, Jr. “Big Bob”, age 61, of Evansville, IN, went to be with the Lord, his wife, and father that he missed so much on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Robert was born April 5, 1957, in Evansville, IN, to Robert Lee Goad, Sr. and Rosie (Ramsey) Goad. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1975 and went on to work for Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation as a head custodian. He loved being with his family and good friends. He had a heart of gold and was such a big...

Wilma Hope McDougall Kitchens, age 93, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 11:55 p.m. on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Wilma was born March 25, 1925, in Morgantown, KY, to Bruce and Vilura (Hope) McDougall.  While her loving husband of 74 years, William W. “Bill” Kitchens served in WWII, Wilma was a riveter at Republic Aviation in Evansville.  She attended Calvary Baptist Church and was a member of the Eastern Star, Cumberland Chapter. Wilma...

Terry Lynn, Jr., age 47, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 6:25 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital Evansville. Terry was born November 17, 1970, in Evansville, IN, to Terry Lynn, Sr. and Donna (Gray) Riley. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Donald Riley; daughters, Amanda Lynn of Evansville, IN and Brittney Lykins (Zachary) of Michigan City, IN; son, Joshua Lynn and Brandon Lynn of Evansville, IN; sister, Rachel Washak; brothers, Robby Lynn, Christopher...

Larry Ray Davis, age 65, of Clearwater, FL, formerly of Evansville, IN, passed away at 3:00 a.m. on September 3, 2018, in his home. Larry was born September 19, 1952 in Evansville, IN to John and Mary (Baize) Davis. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1970. He will be remembered for his loving heart as a husband, father and grandfather, his sense of humor, his enjoyment of sports, and his veracious sweet tooth. His grandchildren brought the greatest joy to his life and he will be missed...

Dennis K. Wright, age 71, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:50 a.m. on Sunday, September 2, 2018, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Dennis was born August 26, 1947 in Evansville, IN to Harry “Shorty” and Ada (Jackson) Wright.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Dennis retired from Whirlpool after 17 years.  Dennis is survived by his loving wife Renee; son, Eric Wright (Tracey) of Chandler, IN; Sister, Doris Egnew (Charlie) of...

Dale C. Hartke, age 64, of Newburgh, IN, passed away at 10:00 p.m. on Friday, August 31, 2018, at home. Dale was born September 12, 1953, in Evansville, IN, to the late Constant and Minnie (Lane) Hartke. He graduated from Harrison High School in 1972 and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Biology from University of Evansville. Dale was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. He was the owner of Hartke Insurance, which he took over from his dad in 1994. Dale loved...