Local obituaries for Vincennes, Washington along with Knox and Daviess Counties in Indiana

Kathryn "Kate" May Geheb

Sep 8, 2024

Kathryn (Kate) May Geheb, aged 93, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024, at her home in Vincennes, Indiana.

She was born on December 24, 1930, in Martinsville, Illinois.

At the age of nine, Kathryn lost her mother, Edith Campbell Hires, and was welcomed into the home of Lillie Thompson of...

Anthony Lee Black

Sep 2, 2024

Anthony "Tony" Black, 56, of Vincennes, IN passed away September 2, 2024. He was born in Vincennes, IN on May 9, 1968, to the late James Henry Black and Hallie Jean Lay. Tony attended Lincoln High School and was a graduate of the 1987 class. He was a hardworking man who worked in construction with Jones and Sons for...

Judith (Pancake) Bateman

Sep 1, 2024

Judith Frances Johnson (Pancake) Bateman passed away at 12:51 am on September 1, 2024, at the Legends Assisted Living Village. She was born on January 19, 1929, in Eastview KY and was the daughter of John Robert and Rofa Pearl (Raymer) Johnson. She married Theodore Pancake Jr. on January 18, 1947, and they were married forty-four years. They had...

Rodney W. Cole

Aug 31, 2024

Rodney W. Cole, 73, of Vincennes, IN passed away on August 31, 2024. He was born in Vincennes, IN on February 6, 1951, to the late Marlin and Snotha "Tosh" (Wilcher) Cole. Rodney attended Lincoln High School and was a part of the 1969 graduating class. He worked for 10+ years at Best Way as a Dispatcher. Rodney was...

Michael David Oliver

Aug 30, 2024

Michael David Oliver, 39, passed away on August 30, 2024 in Vincennes, Indiana. Michael was born on May 18, 1985.

Surviving Michael are his parents, two children, and a sister.

Services will be private. Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the care of Michael.

Fred Baker

Aug 29, 2024

Frederick "Fred" Eugene Baker, 85, laid his working hands to rest at 9:03 am on Thursday, August, 29, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Fred was a beloved son, brother, husband, grandfather, great grandfather and friend of many. He was born November 15, 1938 to Leo J. and Helen (Allen) Baker. He graduated from Washington Catholic High School in...

Marjorie Aline Oglesby

Aug 28, 2024

Marjorie Aline Oglesby, 92, of Vincennes passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at home surrounded by family. She was born October 5, 1931, in Harrisburg, IL to W. G. and Juanita (Winters) Dutton.

Aline, as she was known to family and friends, grew up on a dairy farm. She was a 1948 graduate...

Kathy Bonhomme

Aug 27, 2024

Kathleen "Kathy" Bonhomme, 77, passed away on August 27, 2024, in Vincennes, IN. Kathy was born on July 3, 1947, in New Albany, IN, to Stanley and Catherine (Hall) Williams, Sr. Kathy married Joe Bonhomme on January 12, 1970.

Kathy is survived by her daughter Barbie and her husband, John Martin and grandchildren Zach Martin...

Harry Starrett

Aug 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harry Starrett, who left us on August 25, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on November 11, 1937, in Bruceville, IN, the son of John and Gladys (Powers) Starrett. He married Charlotte Williams, and she preceded Harry in death. Harry was known for his hard work as...

Patty West

Aug 24, 2024

Patty Marie West, 85, passed away at 1:40 am on August 24, 2024 at the Waters of Huntingburg. Patty was born on December 21, 1938 in Vincennes and she is the daughter of Oliver C. and Mary L. (Baker) Anderson. She married John West on July 19, 1971 and he preceded her in death.

Patty...

Bob Thorne

Aug 24, 2024

Robert "Bob" Thorne, 60, of Vincennes, IN passed away on August 24, 2024. Although a shining star in our lives has dimmed, we will cherish the memories and love he shared and will continue to illuminate our hearts. Bob a Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and adventure.

With...

Barbara O'Dell

Aug 24, 2024

Barbara O'Dell of Washington, Indiana passed away August 24th, 2024. She was born on January 18th, 1942 in Apolda, Germany. She and her husband of 55 years lived in Washington, Indiana since 1979. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dannie Lee O'Dell who died December 25th, 2018. She leaves behind two children, a daughter, Diana L. Peach...

Paul William Himsel

Aug 24, 2024

Paul William Himsel, 57, of Washington, IN, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, August 24, 2024, with his family by his side.

Paul was born in Washington, IN on May 25, 1967, to the late Jerry & Helen (Dayton) Himsel.

He graduated from Washington High School in 1985. Paul...

Jan C. Knox

Aug 23, 2024

Jan C. Knox, 66, of Vincennes, IN passed away August 23, 2024. She was born in Vincennes, IN on November 9, 1957, to the late James and Patty (Purcell) Sanders. Jan worked for many years at Gentle Care Nursing Home and with River Front Home Health.

Jan was an attendee of Thursday Church.

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Brian Joseph Auberry

Aug 21, 2024

Brian Joseph Auberry, passed away on August 21, 2024, at the age of 53, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 8, 1971, in Chicago, IL, Brian, also known as "The Legend" and Uncle B was a man of quick wit and a master of sarcastic humor. Brian had a way of making everyone around him...

James "Jim" Allen Snyder

Aug 21, 2024

James “Jim” Allen Snyder, a dedicated educator and passionate golfer, left this world on August 21, 2024, at the age of 80.

Born on July 11, 1944, Jim was a proud son of the American Legion, a member of The Harmony, and an esteemed member of the PGA of America. After graduating from Lincoln High...

Janice Garner

Aug 20, 2024

Janice K. Garner, 78, of Vincennes, IN passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. She was born on January 28, 1946 to the late Leland and Doris (Lay) Lucas. Janice was a lifelong resident of Vincennes. She worked many years at the local Walmart in the Deli Department. She was a member of the...

Virginia Helen Flory

Aug 19, 2024

Virginia Helen Flory was born on February 10, 1936 to Helen Blanche (Willis) and Isaac Redman Stewart. Virginia grew up in Knox County with her parents and four siblings. After graduating from Monroe City High School, Virginia accepted a job in the bookkeeping department of the Brown Shoe Company in Vincennes, Indiana. She married Billy Gene Flory on August...

Olive Esther Lawyer

Aug 19, 2024

Olive Esther (Eaton) Lawyer, age 102, of Plainville, IN, passed away at Hillside Manor Nursing Facility in Washington, Indiana, on Monday, August 19th, 2024.

Olive was born on May 13, 1922, to Edgar Charles and Mary Elizabeth (Webber) Eaton, at the home of her maternal grandparents, Mason and Anna (Hart) Webber near Epsom, IN.

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Nancy Hettich

Aug 18, 2024

Nancy E. Hettich, 81, of Lawrenceville, IL passed away August 18, 2024. She was born in Lawrenceville, IL on August 14, 1943, to the late Cecil and Cleo Ressie (Reichman) Neighbors. Nancy attended Lawrenceville High School. She married the love of her life, Bobby Joe Hettich. Nancy proudly owned and operated Real McCoy Cafe for 15+ years. She was...