OBITUARIES

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

Lynn Lee Hecht

Lynn Lee Hecht

Nov 30, 2023

It is with both sorrow and love that we bid farewell to a truly extraordinary individual, Lynn Lee Hecht, who was born on October 23, 1946, in Garrett, Indiana. Known for his wit and an undying love for music, cars, and mowing, Lynn had a remarkable knack for designing and planning things. He was a man who possessed a...

Dee

Dee

Nov 28, 2023

Carmen Dee Whalen, 78, of Washington, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh on November 28, 2023, with her family by her side.

She was born on September 9, 1946, to the late Claude T. and Thelma F. (Brittain) Colvin in Jasper, Indiana.

In her younger years, Carmen...

Carolyn Taylor

Carolyn Taylor

Nov 28, 2023

Carolyn M. Taylor, 70, of Vincennes, IN passed away November 28, 2023. She was born on September 4, 1953, to the late Shurl and Janie (Rose) McGregor. Carolyn married Jeffery Taylor on September 24, 1978. She worked as a homemaker raising her 3 sons. In her free time, Carolyn enjoyed fishing, camping, watching crime shows, cooking, reading, baking, cookouts,...

Virginia Ruehl

Virginia Ruehl

Nov 27, 2023

Virginia Ruehl, 92, of Vincennes, IN passed away November 27, 2023. She was born in Vincennes, IN on January 27, 1931, to the late Paul R. King and Jewel F. (Burke) Devers. Virginia graduated from Vincennes University. She owned and operated Bee-Lov-Lee Hair Salon for numerous years serving the Knox County community. In her free time, Virginia enjoyed listening...

Karen  Benson

Karen Benson

Nov 27, 2023

Karen Kathleen (Silvaney) Benson, 62, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Willow Manor. Karen was born July 30, 1961, in South Amboy, New Jersey to George and Betty (Lounsbury) Silvaney. She was a graduate of Williamson High School, Tioga, Pennsylvania, and earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from Edinboro (PA) University. She was a talented artist...

Lois A. Taylor

Lois A. Taylor

Nov 27, 2023

Lois A. Taylor, age 97, formerly of Vincennes, Indiana passed away Monday November 27, 2023 at Griggsville Estates in Griggsville, Illinois. She was born in Lawrence County Illinois to Lester and Florence Barekman.

Lois grew up in Lawrence County and graduated from Trinity High School in Evansville, Indiana and then Olivet Nazarene University in Kankakee,...

Aline Hendrixson

Aline Hendrixson

Nov 26, 2023

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Aline Hendrixson, of Vincennes, Indiana, who left this world on November 26, 2023. Aline was born on June 23, 1941, in Vincennes, Indiana and was the daughter of Elwood and Sarah (Blubaum) Murphy.

Aline was a homemaker, taking pride in creating a warm and...

Jimmy

Jimmy

Nov 26, 2023

James "Jimmy" Koontz, 55, passed away peacefully with his son by his side on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 5:24am in Washington.

He was born on June 20, 1968, to William Edward Koontz and Delores Ann (Fields) Koontz in Bloomington, IN.

Jimmy was a member of the 1986 graduating class at...

Michael Allen Burke

Michael Allen Burke

Nov 25, 2023

Micheal Allen Burke, Sr. of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. He was 70 years old.

Mike was born in Vincennes, Indiana, at Good Samaritan Hospital on March 20, 1953. He graduated from Vincennes Lincoln High School in 1972. He loved his...

Dr. Ralph Jacqmain

Dr. Ralph Jacqmain

Nov 22, 2023

Dr. Ralph Jacqmain M.D., a compassionate and dedicated servant of health, a physician and well-being, passed away on November 22, 2023, with his loving family by his side. Born in Vincennes, Indiana on January 4, 1936, he is the son of Arthur Victor and Alida (Grumieaux) Jacqmain and he grew up in Southern Knox County on the family farm...

Montez "Teddi" Brashear

Montez "Teddi" Brashear

Nov 21, 2023

Antonia Montez "Teddi" Brashear, 86, of Washington, IN. peacefully passed away November 21, 2023, at the Villages. She was born on January 29th, during the great flood of 1937 where her parents, Thomas Aloysius and Cecilia Margaret (Costello) Vrabel, traveled in a rowboat to get to the hospital. Teddi attended Mater Dei High School and was a part of...

John E Buchhorn

John E Buchhorn

Nov 21, 2023

John Buchhorn passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. He was born on November 27, 1945 to Otto and Lucille (Rehwald) Buchhorn.

John graduated from Decker High School in 1964 excelling on the basketball court scoring 42 points in a single game. He went on to graduate from Murray State University majoring in physical...

Kelly L. Potter

Kelly L. Potter

Nov 21, 2023

Kelly L. Potter, 60, of Washington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 in Evansville, Indiana.

He was born on September 23, 1963, to Lionel Lloyd Potter and Ruth (Fitzgerald) Potter in Washington, Indiana.

Kelly was a 1981 graduate of Washington High School. On September 18, 1993, Kelly married...

Randall W. "Randy" Turner

Randall W. "Randy" Turner

Nov 19, 2023

Randall W. Turner (Randy) passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN.

Randy was born in Princeton, IN on April 30, 1944, to Wilbur and Irene Inez (Belcher) Turner and was an only child. He was born while his father was serving in the US Army in Europe. His...

Christopher Andrew Nicholson

Christopher Andrew Nicholson

Nov 18, 2023

Christopher Andrew Nicholson, 62, passed away at his residence on November 18, 2023. Chris was born on June 13, 1961, in Vincennes and is the son of Charles Nicholson and Faith Arterburn. He married Cynthia Hayes on July 23, 1982.

Chris was a Correctional Lieutenant at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility for several years. He enjoyed...

James Merlin "Jimmy Jett" Jones

James Merlin "Jimmy Jett" Jones

Nov 17, 2023

James Merlin "Jimmy Jett" Jones, 78, passed away peacefully at 8:54 pm on November 17, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospital. Jimmy was born on September 4, 1945, in Vincennes, IN. and he is the son of Ernest Elmer and Mary Ann (Summers) Jones.

He worked at KCARC until his retirement and enjoyed being around his...

Floyd Edwards

Floyd Edwards

Nov 15, 2023

Floyd Lee Edwards, 81, of Monroe City, IN passed away on November 15, 2023. He was born in Vincennes, IN on March 28, 1942, to the late Cecil and Velma (Gillum) Edwards. Floyd attended Fritchton High School and was a graduate of the 1960 class. He worked as a lifelong farmer and in quality control for Johnson Controls for...

Janet Galligan

Janet Galligan

Nov 14, 2023

Janet C. (Begley) Galligan passed away November 14, 2023 at Willow Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation at the age of 78. Surviving is her husband Denis Galligan of Vincennes, IN and a sister Joyce Begley of Washington, IN. There will be no visitation as Janet will be cremated. Family and Friends can visit Denis at his sister Mary Crismore’s 819...

John Robert Crecelius

John Robert Crecelius

Nov 14, 2023

John Robert Crecelius, 57, of Washington, IN, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 6:00pm.

He was born on July 14, 1966, to the late Tommy B. Crecelius and Sally Ann (Hughes) Crecelius in Linton, Indiana.

John was a member of the 1984 graduating class of Switz City Central High...

Claude B. Spradling

Claude B. Spradling

Nov 9, 2023

Claude B. Spradling, 86, passed away surrounded by his loving family at 10:56 am on November 9, 2023, at Bridge Pointe Health Campus. Claude was born on October 11, 1937, in Poplar Bluff, MO and he is the son of Claude B. Sr. and Beatrice (Jones) Spradling. Claude married Rosa Thais on August 31, 1963, and she preceded him...

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