All Obituaries

Martha Joyce (Guiney) Oates, age 82, of Newburgh, IN went home to her heavenly family on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Martha was born June 27, 1941, in Princeton, IN, to the late James F. and Elizabeth J. (Jones) Guiney. Although she referred to Princeton as “God’s Country,” She made the move to Evansville to pursue her undergrad Business Degree at the University of Evansville. She was a proud member of the Chi Omega Sisterhood. She continued in...

Larry Lee Farmer, age 80, of Evansville, IN, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024, at River Pointe Health Campus. Larry was born February 12, 1944, in Evansville, IN, to Delmar “Shorty” and Irene (McKinley) Farmer. He attended Baker Grade School, graduated from the Old Central High School in 1962, and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from ISUE. Larry was a Veteran in the United States Army Reserve, and he was proud to be a 4th cousin to President William...

Bellana “Belle” DeLong, age 69, of Princeton, IN, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, at home with her family by her side. Belle was born November 18, 1954, in Princeton, IN, to Melvin DeLong and Hazel (Brothers) Allen. She graduated from Otwell High School and earned her Associate’s Degree from Wabash Valley College. Belle is survived by her mother, Hazel Allen; sons, Calogero “Kelly’ Sparacino, Samuel Eric Sparacino (Jenn), and Jeremy Charles Sparacino;...

Judy G. Wilson, age 72, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Heart to Heart Hospice House. Judy was born July 3, 1951, in Evansville, IN, to the late Edward Jenkins and Gladys P. (Saddler) Jenkins. She graduated from Harrison High School. Judy worked at Indiana Bell and in accounting at Kmart. She was the Horseman’s bookkeeper at Ellis Park and worked assembly at Collis Manufacturing before retiring. She volunteered at McGary Middle School concessions stand and...

Don E. Bruce, age 95, of Evansville, IN, went to be with Jesus, his beloved wife and other family members on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his home. Don was born April 5, 1929, in Elk City, KS, to the late John and Blendena (Wilson) Bruce. He graduated from Central High School in 1946. Don worked for Faultless Caster as a master scheduler, retiring in 1996. He was a former member of Calvary Baptist Church and has been a member of First Southern Baptist Church since 2002. Don was a deacon and...

Doris Ann (Daughtery) Shrodes, age 72, of Evansville, IN, peacefully departed from this world on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Hamilton Pointe Health and Rehab, leaving a legacy of cherished memories that will remain in our hearts. Doris was born March 1, 1952, in Evansville, IN, to the late John and Lillian (Payne) Daughtery. She attended Bosse High School. Doris found joy in life’s simple pleasures, evident in her passion for collecting baskets, country-home décor, and...

Nancy Kathleen (Thompson) Heidt, age 78, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at home. Nancy was born July 8, 1945, in Evansville, IN, to the late Gilbert Thompson and Mary Virginia (Hayden) Thompson. She graduated from Mater Dei High School in 1963. Nancy retired as a retail manager for Circle K. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Laura Peach; sons, Scott David Heidt (Gabriela Pacheco-Leon) and Thomas Darren Heidt (Ashley Harmon); brother, David Thompson;...

Moon Govea Buxenstein was born directly into God’s Loving Arms on April 29, 2024 at Deaconess Women’s Hospital. He was immersed with love and surrounded by family and friends from the moment he entered this world. He will be cherished and loved for eternity. Baby Moon is survived by his parents, Jason Buxenstein and Melanie Govea-Buxenstein. Services will be private. The family requests that in place of sending any flowers, that you give lots of extra hugs and love to any...

Alexia Noel Wolfe, age 52, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at home. Alexia was born February 6, 1972, in Bonn, Germany, to Donald and Susan “Suzi” (Smith) Colwell. She graduated from Bosse High School in 1990. Alexia was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her children, cats and dogs. Alexia enjoyed knitting and reading classic literature, especially Jane Austen. Alexia is survived by her loving husband, David Brown; mother, Suzi; daughters,...

Majasca “Jackie” (Haner) Cobb, age 95, of Evansville, IN, passed on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at The Village at Hamilton Pointe. Jackie was born November 4, 1928, in Webster County, KY, to the late Simon and Beulah (Mabrey) Haner. Jackie was a homemaker while her children were young, then decided to work outside the home. She was employed for 37 years at Brackett Heating and Air. She was very involved in her church where she taught Sunday School, and sang in the choir. She was...

Hugh David Reeder, age 77, of Evansville, IN, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 29, 2024, at Premier Healthcare of New Harmony, surrounded by family. David was born February 20, 1947, in Evansville, IN, to Aaron Reeder and Margaret (McCann) Reeder. He graduated from Harrison High School in 1965 and was a former member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. In his younger years, David played for Funky’s Softball League, and he loved driving his motorcycle and beloved Corvette. He...

Katherine M. (Fark) Scarbrough Day, age 92, of Evansville, IN, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Katherine was born August 20, 1931, in Evansville, IN, to Chester and Adaline (Barton) Fark. She retired from Smith and Butterfield after many years of service. Katherine is survived by her son, Terry Scarbrough, Sr.; and 6 grandsons. Katherine is preceded in death by her parents; first husband, George Scarbrough; and second husband, Bobbie R. Day, Sr.; and...

Isaac “Ike” Carl Eugene Feagley, age 89, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Deaconess Midtown. Ike was born September 16, 1934, in Chandler, IN, to the late William Kenneth and Selma J. (Ulbricht) Feagley. He graduated from Millersburg High School in 1952. Ike proudly served in the United States Army and participated in an Honor Flight. He was a lifetime member of Bethlehem United Church of Christ. Ike was a member of the Painter’s Local 156 for...

Florence M. (Hanson) Springer, age 87, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent - Evansville. Florence was born December 6, 1936, in Bagley, MN, to the late Oswald and Cora (Iverson) Hanson. Florence retired from Kent Plastics as a production inspector after 24 years. She was formerly employed by the federal government in Civil Service in Washington D.C. Florence enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed...

Maria Justina Garcia Rivera, age 74, of Evansville, IN, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at home with her family by her side. Maria was born September 18, 1949, in El Rodeo (Acámbaro, Guanajuato) Mexico, to Melesio Garcia and Juana Rivera. She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed doing needlepoint in her younger years. Maria loved her family most of all and enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids. Maria is survived by her husband of 55 years, Santiago Yanez; children,...

Brenda Juanita (Lovelace) Calhoun, age 81, of Evansville, IN, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Brenda was born April 18, 1943, in Evansville, IN, to Margaret (Lovelace) Lee and William Howard. She graduated from Bosse High School and earned her Secretarial Certificate from Lockyear Business College. Brenda was a former member of Fellowship Baptist Church where she served as Church Secretary, and she was employed with Lincoln Elementary School as a...

Jerry Lee Trowbridge, age 65, of Evansville, IN, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024, at home. Jerry was born August 10, 1958, in Bedford, IN, to the late Kenny Trowbridge and Geraldine (Drake) Walker. He worked in construction and was a handy man, a real “jack of all trades.” He loved fishing and enjoyed the outdoors. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Sharon (Mosby) Trowbridge; daughters, Angel Addison (Chris) and Jessica Dillman; sons, Jeremy Trowbridge and Michael...

Norma Jean (Nance) Duvall, age 79, of Newburgh, IN, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Heart to Heart Hospice Inpatient Center. Norma was born December 1, 1944, in Evansville, IN, to Haran L. and Mildred Thelma (Wall) Nance. She was a 1962 graduate of Bosse High School and long-time member of First Conservative Baptist Church, now Heritage Baptist Church. Norma was a Civil Servant since she was 18, being employed with the Draft Board, the VA Clinic, was a Secretary for the Governor...

Connie Sue (Harmon) Barker, age 79, of Evansville, IN, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024. Connie was born November 5, 1944, in Hoytville, OH, to Vernon and Florence (Powell) Harmon. She attended Hoytville High School until her Junior Year and graduated from McComb High School in 1962.  Connie was a Cheerleader and Homecoming Queen for both HHS and MHS, and she fell for McComb’s star athlete, Ed.  She was a long-time member of Crossroads Christian Church. Connie enjoyed...

Kimberly “Kim” Kay Powell, age 65, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Kim was born January 23, 1959, in Evansville, IN, to Jack and Eleanor “Rose” (Lance) Daniels. She graduated from Harrison High School and worked at Rural King for over 10 years. Kim enjoyed playing games on her tablet and especially loved spending time with her family. Kim is survived by her daughters, Ashley Chappell and Jessica Vanwormer; son, Justin Brown (Lacey);...

Robert J. “Bob” Simmons, age 89, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 9:41 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway. Bob was born November 23, 1934, in Marion, IL, to the late Chester Simmons and Zella Norman. He graduated from Marion High School in 1952. Bob was a Systems Programmer for American General Finance, where he retired in 1986. He served in the United States Army. Bob was a lifelong member of Central United Methodist Church. Bob enjoyed bowling in leagues...

Tina Louise Miller, age 64, of Evansville, IN, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Tina was born November 11, 1959, in Enid, OK, to Otis L. and Lillie Mae (MacKnight) Miller. She grew up in Owensboro, KY, at the Mary Kindal Group Home for Girls. She moved to Evansville, IN, when she was 24 years old to be close to family. Tina enjoyed the following certificates of achievements: earning her GED, attending Beauty College, earning her Certified...

Wade H. Batten, age 87, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Linda E. White Hospice House. Wade was a realtor and property developer for many years, associated with his long-time friend, Don Lee. Wade’s business and community service was extensive. In addition to his real estate interest, he was involved in the health care industry serving as the Executive Director of the Chelsea House, Chicago’s first and the Midwest’s largest retirement hotel....

Barbara J. (Dailey) Schmitt, an 87-year resident of Evansville, IN, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Walnut Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. Barbara was born October 31, 1936, in Evansville, IN, to Clyde and Ida (Wilson) Dailey. She graduated from Reitz High School in 1954, earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Evansville in 1965, and earned her Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Indiana State University in 1970. Barbara...

H. Wayne Gardner, age 85, of Evansville, IN, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at home. Wayne was born September 22, 1938, in Butler Co., KY, to John “Ray” Gardner and Ethel “Hazel” (Mefford) Gardner Renschler. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1957 and attended Barber college in Henderson, KY. Wayne was a past member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and was a Veteran of the United States National Guard. He owned Gardner’s...

Shirley Ann (Barnhart) White, age 85, of Newburgh, IN, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, at Heart to Heart Hospice Inpatient Center. Shirley was born December 14, 1938, in Evansville, IN, to the late Lloyd and Mary Barnhart. She graduated from Memorial High School in 1957, attended St. Benedict Cathedral, and worked as a Realtor for F.C. Tucker Real Estate before retiring after 42 years of service. She was involved with Women’s Club and enjoyed being Mrs. Clause at Eastland Mall....

Mark A. DeTalente, age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 9:05 a.m. on Friday, March 29, 2024, at Deaconess Midtown. Mark was born February 8, 1966, in Aurora, IL, to Pete DeTalente and Georgia (Stidham) Campbell. He attended Bryan Station High School. Mark enjoyed the outdoors. Mark is survived by his mother, Georgia; brothers, Douglas Stidham, Peter DeTalente and Kevin DeTalente; nieces, Anicia, Patricia and Kristin Butcher and Kassidy DeTalente; nephew, Dustin DeTalente; and numerous...

Jon Alan Dauble, age 68, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 28, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He spent his last days surrounded by his family whom he loved dearly. Jon was born February 1, 1956 in Evansville, IN to the late Gerald and Janet Dauble. He graduated from William Henry Harrison High School in 1974 and attended the University of Evansville. From a young age, Jon enjoyed working at the family businesses, Dauble’s Flowers and Zeidler’s...

Cecilia K. (Farmer) Howard, age 61, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 4:20 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024, at Riverwalk Assisted Living. Cecilia was born May 10, 1962, in Evansville, IN, to Russell Arvin and Lois June (Steinsultz) Farmer. She was a graduate of Castle High School. Cecilia enjoyed wood crafting, making jewelry, and playing cards. She loved wrestling, her favorite wrestler being Shawn Michaels. She also enjoyed going to Bally’s and listening to classic rock especially,...

Byron Michael “B” Courtney, age 74, of Newburgh, IN, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, March 22, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital – Evansville. Byron was born July 25, 1949, in St. Louis, MO, to the late Lawrence and Erma Jean (Hulsey) Courtney. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1967 and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from ISUE. He was a faithful member of Heritage Baptist Church for over 60 years where he served as a Deacon. Byron worked at RuVan...