Local obituaries for Vincennes, Washington along with Knox and Daviess Counties in Indiana
Miriam Durrant
May 30, 2025
Miriam Joy Durrant was born at home on a beautiful spring day on April 11, 2023, to her loving parents Scott and Hannah (Bowman) Durrant. She is the beloved youngest sister to her five siblings: Eliza (16), Truman (13), Vanessa (11), William (8), and Gideon (5). She was preceded in death by a miscarried baby in January 2025. Miriam passed...
Judy Kay Collier
May 30, 2025
Judith Kay Collier, 81, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at her home.
Judy was born on November 26, 1943, to the late Lloyd and Evelyn Jones. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Jerry Collier; her children Cara Collier of Bruceville, IN, Beth Hartley of Sturgis, KY, Scott (Tammie) Collier of Boulder City, NV,...
Sue Jane McClain
May 29, 2025
Sue Jane McClain, 83, of Vincennes, IN passed away May 29, 2025. She was born in Lawrenceville, IL on January 18, 1942, to the late James and Carita (Niver) Crews. She graduated from Lawrenceville High School. She married the love of her life Don McClain. Sue worked as a bank teller with American National before they were purchased and became...
Judith K. Bobe
May 27, 2025
Judith K. Bobe, a beacon of compassion and dedication, quietly passed away on May 27, 2025, at the age of 83, at GentleCare in Vincennes, Indiana. Born on June 2, 1941, Judy is the daughter of the late Gilbert and Dorothy (Cox) Bobe.
Judy devoted over 40 years of her life to the betterment of her community through the Head Start...
Heather Joy Kendall
May 26, 2025
Heather Joy Kendall, 50, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on May 26, 2025, at 5:00pm at her residence in Washington.She was born on April 14, 1975, to the late Debra Kay Fritz in Quincy, Illinois.Heather was the proud Mother of Dalton and Kirsten. She loved her family and friends, and especially enjoyed spending time with all of them, particularly her...
Donald Evans
May 23, 2025
Donald "Don" Evans, 91, of Vincennes, IN passed away May 23, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on December 8, 1933, to the late Robert and Jessie (Frankum) Evans. Don graduated from Lincoln High School in 1953. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War era and was stationed in Germany. Don worked for Hamilton...
Daniel Joseph Ritterskamp
May 23, 2025
Daniel Joseph Ritterskamp, 77, of Washington passed away as a result of an accident on Friday, May 23 at his home. He was born on October 12, 1947 in Washington to the late Joseph and Jean (Poindexter) Ritterskamp.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Connie (Grider), son Ryan, daughter-in-law Judy (Hicks) grandchildren Andrew, Jack, Caris and Evie and...
Shirley W. Black
May 22, 2025
Shirley W. Black, 85, of Vincennes was welcomed home by our Heavenly Father on May 22nd, 2025. She was born on November 18th, 1939, in Vincennes. The sixth of nine children born to Walter & Christina (Williams) Taylor.
Shirley met the love of her life, Donald Black, in January of 1960. They were engaged on February 2nd and married on July...
Barbara Holscher
May 21, 2025
Barbara Holscher, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away surrounded by her family on May 21, 2025. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on December 29, 1947, to the late William and Inez (Young) Seitzinger. Barbara graduated from Decker High School in 1965 and continued her education with Vincennes University, graduating in 1968. Barbara worked for many years as a secretary...
S. Wayne Stewart
May 18, 2025
S. Wayne Stewart, 81, of Lawrenceville, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren, on May 18, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
A memorial service will take place at Calvary Apostolic Church, Lawrenceville, Illinois, on May 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM central time. Pastor Jason Donaldson will be officiating.
Wayne was born in Haubstadt, Indiana on...
Barbara Snyder
May 17, 2025
Barbara B. Snyder, 88, of Vincennes, died on May 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Barbara was born in Berwyn, Illinois, on January 22, 1937, to Myron P. and Doris Kinney Boehm. She was a graduate of Hanover College and Indiana University.
Barbara served as a teacher for thirty-three years, most of which were spent in the South Knox...
Robert "Bob" Schutter
May 13, 2025
Robert, "Bob" Schutter Senior, 91, of Bicknell, IN passed on peacefully at his home May 13, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on May 5, 1934, to the late Fred & Leona (Pruitt) Schutter.
Bob was known for getting things done fast & efficiently. He was never one to be left behind & loved a challenge. At age 4 he...
Kenneth Bilskie
May 11, 2025
Kenneth E. Bilskie, 82, of Vincennes, IN passed away surrounded by family on May 11, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on January 15, 1943, to the late Louis and Mary (Gardner) Bilskie. Kenneth married the love of his life, Paula Tapley, on February 20, 1964. He was a member of the local Moose Lodge, American Legion, and Forty...
Carolyn Sue Lucas
May 11, 2025
Carolyn Sue Lucas, 78, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Hospital on May 11, 2025. Carolyn was born on January 11, 1947 in Vincennes, Indiana to Charles and Annabelle (Carrie) Berry.
She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1965, the same year she married the love of her life, Jack Lucas, on December 4. Throughout their marriage, she...
Herbert Roach
May 10, 2025
Herbert G. Roach, 95, of Odon, IN passed away May 10, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on February 4, 1930, to the late Raymond W. and Anna P. (Taylor) Roach. Herbert attended Lincoln High School and graduated in the 1948 class. He married the love of his life, Loretta Jones, on November 26, 1950, and they were blessed...
Elaine K. Leidy
May 5, 2025
Elaine Leidy, 104, of Washington, Indiana formerly of Niles, Michigan, passed away with family by her side of May 5th, 2025. She was born to the late Theodore and Hattie (Griechen) Fender in Niles, Michigan on April 25, 1921. She attended Niles High School and graduated in 1938. Elaine married the love of her life Fred Leidy on April 25,...
Jamie Hopper
May 5, 2025
Jamie Hopper, 45, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away surrounded by her family on May 5, 2025. She was born in Yankton, South Dakota on January 26, 1980, to the late James Sr. and Mary (Pierson) Hopper. Jamie and her partner Lisa Holt committed their lives to each other in 2002 and were blessed with 23 years together. She was a...
Robert "Bobby" Street Jr.
May 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Robert Louis Street Jr., affectionately known as Bobby, who departed this life on May 5, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 30, 1955, Bobby is the son of Bob Street Sr. and Margaret (Smith) Street. He lived a life full of warmth, laughter,...
Sharon Gerkin
May 4, 2025
Sharon Gerkin, 67, of Vincennes, IN passed away surrounded by her family on May 4, 2025. She was born to the late Charles and Hazel (Williams) Newberry on February 7, 1958 in Anna, IL. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family and anyone she considered family. In her free time she enjoyed tending to her flowers,...
James "JD" Strange
May 4, 2025
James "JD" Strange, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away May 4, 2025. He was born in Washington, Indiana to the late Eugene Strange on March 21, 1948. JD attended Washington High School and was a graduate of the 1966 class. He continued his education with Vincennes University and Indiana University, getting his bachelor's degree in business. JD married the love...
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