Obituaries

Frederick Collins Padget III

Frederick Collins Padget III

Jul 12, 2023

 

Frederick Collins “Fred” Padget III. passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana.  He was born on April 11, 1935 in Canton, Michigan.  The last Padget family member to be born at home.

In loving remembrance, we mourn the passing of Fred the III, a beloved father, cherished grandfather, dear...

James Robert "Bob" Ward Sr.

James Robert "Bob" Ward Sr.

Jul 9, 2023

 

James Robert “Bob” Ward Sr., 77, of Newburgh, Indiana passed away on Sunday, July 9th, 2023. He was born in Evansville on October 30th, 1945 to the late James Marvin Ward, and Lois (Miller) Drew.

Bob received his high school diploma while serving in the Air Force from 1963-1967. He spent one year in Vietnam as a member of...

Miranda Dawn Almon

Miranda Dawn Almon

Jul 5, 2023

Miranda Almon,  41, passed away July 5th, 2023 at her home in Newburgh, IN.  She loved nature and animals including goats and her kitties. 

She is survived by her child Jaycee Almon,  husband Jeremy Almon, grandmother Elaine Cockerham, mother Kathy Cockerham, father Ed Wells, and many other relatives.   

Miranda worked at US Oncology as an insurance coordinator. She is very loved...

Sue J. Morrison

Sue J. Morrison

Jul 4, 2023

 

Sue J. Morrison, 73, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at the J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born March 16, 1950, to Harry E. and Mildred (McCutchan) Thompson in Evansville, Indiana. Sue was the co-founder and owner (along with her father Harry) of Sunburst Stained Glass Co. which operated in New Harmony from 1977-1981...

Charles "Charlie" F. Hayes

Charles "Charlie" F. Hayes

Jun 22, 2023

 

Charlie F. Hayes, 85, of Newburgh, Indiana passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born on August 20, 1937 in Evansville to the late Ellis and Mary Ann (Limberger) Hayes.

He was a graduate of Central High School. Charlie served in the United States Navy Reserves and was a member of the Hadi Shrine. Charlie was a...

Eileen B. Pauley-Fehn

Eileen B. Pauley-Fehn

Jun 18, 2023

 

Eileen B. Pauley-Fehn 97, of Newburgh, IN. passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023 at home.  She was born September 22, 1925 in Evansville IN. to Martin Joseph & Myrtle Lilian (Snyder) Richardson. 

Eileen graduated from Central High School. 

She was a very well-known Artist and helped develop the Artist Guild of Evansville.  She was an animal lover. She will...

Keith Wayne Miller

Keith Wayne Miller

Jun 13, 2023

 

 

Keith Wayne Miller, 73, of Lynnville Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born on July 21, 1949, in Evansville to Truman and Helena (Richter) Miller.

Keith graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1967. He enjoyed movies and coin collecting and was the wastewater superintendent for Princeton and Lynnville for many years. Keith also...

Douglas Albert Barnes

Douglas Albert Barnes

May 26, 2023

 

Douglas A. Barnes, 55, of Boonville, IN passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Doug was born on September 22, 1967, in Evansville to Roger Barnes and Sharla (White) Mack.

Doug graduated from Castle High School. He enjoyed horseracing, boating, and NASCAR. He also owned his own trucking company, Barnes Logistics, and drove routes for Tyson.

Doug was proceeded...

Lester W. Menke

Lester W. Menke

May 19, 2023

Lester W. Menke, 91, of Elberfeld, Indiana, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at home with family by his side. Lester was born September 10, 1931, in Elberfeld, Indiana, to the late Walter and Lorena (Deneke) Menke. He was a 1949 graduate of Elberfeld High School. Lester proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, and he was a former Volunteer...

Harry Edmond Vanpell

Harry Edmond Vanpell

May 18, 2023

 

Harry E. Vanpell, 68, of Evansville, IN passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville.

Harry was born on January 4, 1955 in Evansville to Jane (Kelch) Vanpell and David Vanpell.

Harry retired from ERI as an Electronic Technician. He worked several years at B & M Electronics and had his very own special...

Charles Robert Willis

Charles Robert Willis

May 14, 2023

Charles R. Willis, of Evansville, IN, died Sunday, May 14th at North Park Nursing Center where he lived his last 7 years.  Until COVID restrictions, he read aloud to other residents in the activity room a few days a week.  During the last year his vision and hearing had declined significantly, but he still enjoyed radio broadcasts of St. Louis...

John Gusta Santanen, III

John Gusta Santanen, III

May 12, 2023

John Gusta Santanen III. 62, of Oakland City, IN. died Friday, May 12, 2023 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital, Newburgh IN.  John was born July 7, 1960 in Charleston SC., to John Gusta & Mary (Madsen) Santanen.He was preceded in death by his Mother, Mary (Madsen) Santanen.  Survived by Life Partner of 26 years, Debbie Lahmann, Father, John Gusta Santanen, Sisters,...

Barbara Lee Silke

Barbara Lee Silke

May 9, 2023

 

Barbara Lee Silke, 90, of Carrollton, TX passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 in Carrollton, Tx. She was born on February 9, 1933 in Richmond, VA to the late Joseph and Lillian “Plunkett” Broske.

Barbara is survived by her sister, Jean Raabe, her husband, Bill, 12 nieces and nephews, and 22 great nieces and nephews. 

She is preceded...

Nell Louise Smith

Nell Louise Smith

May 9, 2023

 

Nell Louise Smith, 93, of Evansville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph (Faye) Bethel and Gladys Hollingsworth, and several siblings.

Nell is survived by her son, Robert (Maricel) Blades and daughter, LaDonna (Tim) Maglinger, 3 grandchildren, and one step-sister. 

Per Nell’s wishes there will be no services. 

Sympathy...

Gary W. Schultz

Gary W. Schultz

May 3, 2023

 

Gary W. Schultz 79, of Elberfeld IN. passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at home.

He was born February 18,1944 in Evansville IN. to the late Martin Eli & Mae Kathryn (Feistel) Schultz.

He graduated from Elberfeld High School and retired from Whirlpool after 46 years. Gary served in the United States Army.

He is survived by his wife...

Rickey D. Goldman

Rickey D. Goldman

Apr 29, 2023

 

Rickey D. Goldman, 67 of Newburgh passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. He was born on April 17, 1956, in Harrodsburg, KY to the late Donald Wayne, and Virginia B. (Steele) Goldman.

 

Rickey graduated from Fern Creek High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Evansville in 1986...

Joseph Martin Jeffries

Joseph Martin Jeffries

Apr 25, 2023

Joseph M. Jeffries, 66, of Evansville, IN passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at his residence in Evansville. He was born on January 16, 1957 in Evansville, he is the son of the late Owen Earl and Elizabeth Aileen (Martin) Jeffries.

Joseph was well known as the “favorite uncle.” He was a 1976 graduate of Reitz High School and worked...

James P. Snyder

James P. Snyder

Apr 24, 2023

 

James Paul Snyder, 71, of Evansville, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 24, 2023, at Linda White Hospice House. He was born on June 10, 1951, in Huntingburg, IN, to the late Francis L. and Rose E. (Hildenbrand) Snyder.

James attended Dale High School and obtained an Associate degree from Lockyear Business School. He served in the U.S...

Opal Irene Pruitt

Opal Irene Pruitt

Mar 29, 2023

 

Opal Irene Pruitt, age 100, formerly of Elberfeld, IN, Passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Brookdale Tavares Assisted living. She was born on October 15, 1922, the only child of Raymond and Ova (Barton) Pruitt. There are no survivors. 

Opal received her elementary education at Barton school and graduated from Elberfeld High School in 1939. Her plans...

Billy Joe Kasinger

Billy Joe Kasinger

Mar 29, 2023

 

Billy Joe Kasinger, 60, of Ft. Branch, IN  passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Patoka, IN. He was born on June 28, 1962 in Evansville to the late Orville and Bessie (Miller) Kasinger. Billy enjoyed being outside, spending time with family and friends and would always go out of his way to help others.

Billy is survived...