Local obituaries for Vincennes, Washington along with Knox and Daviess Counties in Indiana
Darlene E. Hartley
Dec 31, 2023
Darlene E. Hartley, 68, of Washington, IN passed away December 31, 2023. She was born on February 18, 1955, to the late Clarence "Gene" and Dorothy (Houtsch) White. Darlene attended Washington High School and graduated in 1973. She continued her education at Vincennes University where she graduated in 1987 with her Paralegal degree. Darlene worked for 30+ years at...
Donna Sue Burger
Dec 31, 2023
Donna Sue (Vowell) Burger, 83, of Washington, went home to be with Jesus at 5:23am on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with her two children by her side.
Donna was the daughter of the late Melvin Keith and Beulah Helen (Crews) Vowell, born to them on January 18, 1940 in Daviess County.
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Marilyn Mathews
Dec 29, 2023
It is with profound love and admiration that we pay tribute to the life of Marilyn Mathews. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on February 13, 1933, and was a steadfast pillar of her family until her passing on December 29, 2023. Marilyn, was deeply loved and respected by all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with her...
Carol Diane Vonderschmitt
Dec 28, 2023
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on December 28, 2023, at the age of 85. Diane was born on January 10, 1938 to Fred and Pauline Peed and was a long time resident of Washington.
Diane owned and operated Town and Country Beauty Salon in her home in Washington where much town news...
Barbara A. Bolling
Dec 27, 2023
Barbara A. Bolling, 74, of Petersburg, IN passed away December 27, 2023. She was born in Washington, IN on March 8, 1949, to the late John and Hilda (Carnahan) Butke. Barbara worked several years at Purdue Turkey Factory as a laborer. She was a very kind and caring person who loved living life. In Barbara's free time, she joyed...
Bob
Dec 26, 2023
Robert "Bob" Welton, 55, of Vincennes, IN passed away December 26, 2023. He was born on June 5, 1968, in Vincennes to the late Eugene and Carolyn (Chandler) Welton. He attended Lincoln High School and was a member of the 1987 graduating class. Bob married Angie Yochum on September 5, 1992. He worked at Good Samaritan Hospital as a...
Mason Randall Deisher
Dec 23, 2023
Mason Randall Deisher left this world suddenly and unexpectedly on December 23rd, 2023 at the young age of 26. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many.
Mason was welcomed into the world and the loving arms of his parents, Roger and Mary Deisher, on February...
Paul Smith
Dec 23, 2023
Paul W. Smith, born on the last day of 1943 in Vincennes, Indiana, was a man who lived his life with hands-on dedication and love for his community. Through his work as a Vincennes city firefighter from 1972 until 1998, Paul's commitment to protecting his town was unwavering. His bravery and selflessness were admired by all who knew him,...
Mary Lee Goodman
Dec 22, 2023
With grace and dignity, Mary Lee Goodman, born on July 8, 1937, in Sullivan, IN, and resident of Owensville, Indiana, passed away on December 22, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was also visited by special niece Linda Smith and nephews Ken Smith and Monty Joe McKinley and family right before passing. A cherished mother, and an admired...
Thomas Mccrary
Dec 22, 2023
Thomas O. McCrary Jr, 74, of Vincennes, IN, passed away on December 22, 2023. He was born on December 6, 1949, in Vincennes, IN. Thomas, known to his loved ones as a devoted family man, had a passion for woodworking, dancing, and riding his Harley. He also had a soft spot for stray cats.
Thomas...
Sue Ellen Hatton
Dec 21, 2023
With deep sadness, we celebrate the life of Sue Ellen Hatton, who left us on December 21, 2023, at the age of 84. Born Sue Ellen Pilz on August 9, 1939, in Olney, Illinois, Sue lived a life full of love, service, and dedication. She found her forever home in Monroe City, Indiana, where she touched countless lives with...
Theresa (Mccullough) White
Dec 21, 2023
Theresa (McCullough) White was born to proud parents John and Zella McCullough in Vincennes, IN on March 14, 1947. Theresa was welcomed by two older sisters, Mary, and Joan. Theresa thrived in school, graduating from St. Rose Academy in 1965 before later pursuing her nursing career at Vincennes University to become an LPN.
Theresa raised...
Mary Cel Byrer
Dec 19, 2023
Mary Cel Byrer, 83, of Loogootee, IN passed away December 19, 2023. She was born in Montgomery, IN on November 22, 1940, to the late Virgil and Ellen (Kane) Clements. Mary Cel graduated Montgomery High School in 1958. She married the love of her life, Roy Byrer, on February 23, 1963. In her early working years, Mary Cel worked...
Janet Marie Overbey
Dec 18, 2023
Janet Marie Overbey, born on August 25, 1941, in Vincennes, Indiana, was a beacon of warmth and love, embodying the spirit of Christmas all year round. Janet Overbey was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, great grandmother, and an adored sister and aunt. As Helen Keller once said, "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot...
Jim
Dec 18, 2023
James L. Swope, 82, of Vincennes, IN died peacefully in his home surrounded by loving family and friends Monday, December 18, 2023. Jim, retired from Northfolk Southern Railway after a 32 year career as a conductor. Jim was a drummer and enjoyed photography in his spare time. He was a devoted and loving husband to Cindy Swope for 32...
Gary Edward Jeffers
Dec 18, 2023
Gary Edward Jeffers, a compassionate soul known by all for his heartwarming nature, was born on December 2, 1964, in Indianapolis, IN, and passed on December 18, 2023. His life journey, which started in Indianapolis and later found him in Vincennes, Indiana, was a testament to his unyielding spirit and love for life.
Gary's joy...
Carolyn Marie Shore
Dec 18, 2023
With a heavy heart, yet a spirit uplifted by the memory of a life well lived, we announce the passing of Carolyn Shore, who peacefully left us on December 18, 2023. Born in Sumner, Illinois on September 24, 1947, Carolyn was a beacon of joy and laughter to all who knew her. It was her unyielding spirit and love...
Stephen Glen Knippa
Dec 17, 2023
Stephen Glen Knippa,61, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 17, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 30, 1962, in Killeen, TX, Stephen grew up with a passion for life and a love for music that could move mountains. He was a man whose heart was as infectious as a well-loved melody, a man who believed in...
Flo Cavanaugh
Dec 16, 2023
Florence (Flo) Cavanaugh died December 16, 2023. She was born in Manhattan, New York on August 14, 1925 to Albert and Stella (Thal) Cohen.
On February 2, 1952 she married John (Jack) Patrick Cavanaugh of Washington, IN in Manhattan, Kansas. Jack preceded her in death in 1999.
Flo was an active...
Loren Russell Moore
Dec 15, 2023
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Loren Russell Moore, a devoted husband, beloved father, and a friend to many, who departed this life on December 15, 2023. Born in Indianapolis, IN, on August 18, 1943, Loren was a beacon of love, kindness, and dedication throughout his life.
An honorable veteran, Loren served his...
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