OBITUARIES

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

Steve "Chaser" Neighbors Sr.

Steve "Chaser" Neighbors Sr.

Dec 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts but also with cherished memories that we announce the passing of Stephen Brent Neighbors Sr., known affectionately by many as "Chaser." Born on May 20, 1954, in Palestine, Illinois he is the son of the late George and Lola (Crow) Neighbors. Steve's journey through life came to a peaceful close on December 28, 2024 with...

Melvin Smith

Melvin Smith

Dec 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melvin Arthur Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who entered eternal rest on December 27, 2024, at the age of 85 surrounded by his family. Melvin was born on June 11, 1939, in Lyford, Indiana and is the son of Elias and Dorothy Smith. He spent a...

Mary Hare

Mary Hare

Dec 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Hare, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on December 25, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on December 21, 1937, in Crawford County, Illinois, Mary lived a life filled with compassion, devotion, and a passion for music that resonated throughout her community.

Mary’s...

William "Tom" Wood

William "Tom" Wood

Dec 25, 2024

William T. Wood II, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, at the age of 84. He is survived by his devoted wife, Donna Wood, whose unwavering love and support accompanied him throughout their cherished life together.

Tom, as he was affectionately known, was a man of many passions. He found profound joy...

Dale Francis Hillenbrand

Dale Francis Hillenbrand

Dec 25, 2024

Dale Francis Hillenbrand, 84, of Vincennes, In., passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at BridgePointe Health Campus.

Dale was born October 15, 1940, to the late Syvester Francis and Estella Marie (Wargel) Hillenbrand in Evansville, In. He graduated from Mater Dei High School before attending the University of Evansville where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree. While...

Barbara E. Richards

Barbara E. Richards

Dec 24, 2024

Barbara E. Richards, 65, a beloved artist, cherished matriarch, and devoted family member, passed away peacefully from natural causes on December 24, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family, who will forever carry her spirit in their hearts. Barbara is the daughter to Donald and Evelyn Beard and was born on February 15, 1959.

Born with a passion for art,...

Jerry Tolley

Jerry Tolley

Dec 24, 2024

It is with profound sadness and heartfelt reflection that we announce the passing of Jerry O. Tolley on December 24, 2024, at the age of 79. Jerry is the son of the late Olin and Earlean (Shrum) Tolley. He was born on February 25, 1945 and was married to the love of his life, Diane (Heath) Tolley whom has preceded...

Faith Nicholson

Faith Nicholson

Dec 23, 2024

Faith Nicholson, 85, of Evansville passed away on December 23, 2024. She was born in Vincennes, IN on May 29, 1939, to the late Norman and Lois (Richards) Arterburn. She attended Vincennes University and Indiana University. She worked for several years as a hostess for Bob Evans. Faith was an avid fan of IU basketball and football along with the...

Linden R. Cullen

Linden R. Cullen

Dec 21, 2024

Linden R. Cullen, 97, went to be with Jesus at 7:00 pm on December 21, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Linden was born on May 25, 1927 in Providence, KY the son of Clarence and Lavene (Lamb) Cullen. He married Joyce Hinton on July 1, 1950 and she preceded him in death on August 29, 2018.

Linden was a member...

Linda A. Nightingale

Linda A. Nightingale

Dec 20, 2024

Linda A. (Mahrenholz) Nightingale, 76, of Vincennes, IN, passed away peacefully at the Lodge of the Wabash in Vincennes on December 20, 2024.

She was born on April 18, 1948, to the late Herbert & Betty (Grubb) Mahrenholz in Vincennes. She was baptized at St. Paul Lutheran Church as an infant in Vincennes on June 20, 1948.

Linda graduated high school in...

Orison "John" Smith III

Orison "John" Smith III

Dec 18, 2024

Orison Scribner Smith Ill , better known as John, 90, passed away December 18, 2024.

He was born December 18, 1934 to the late Edgar Smith and Dorothy (Bass) Ward

in Vincennes, In. He attended Sacred Heart School, Lincoln and later graduated from

Hutsonville High School in Illinois. On Oct. 30, 1954 John married Marilyn (Martindale)

Smith of Monroe City. He enlisted in the...

S.D. Scudder

S.D. Scudder

Dec 16, 2024

S.D. Scudder, 96, formerly of Elnora, IN passed away peacefully at Parkview Village in Odon IN at 5:10 am on December 16, 2024. S.D. was born on October 14, 1928, in Switzerland County, IN the son of Rev. Howard and Bessie (Romans) Scudder. He married Frieda Marie Bline on February 28, 1953 and she preceded him in death on April...

Cathy L. Vantlin

Cathy L. Vantlin

Dec 16, 2024

Cathy Lee (Raney) Vantlin went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 16, 2024, surrounded by family in the house she made into a home for 43 years with her loving husband, Doug.  

 Cathy was born on April 9, 1959, to James "Jim" Raney and Burdette (Ivers) Raney. 

 She graduated from South Knox High School in 1977. Before she graduated,...

Charles E. Barker

Charles E. Barker

Dec 15, 2024

Charles E. Barker, 98, of Vincennes, IN passed away December 15, 2024. He was born in Carlisle, IN on December 12, 1926, to the late Claude and Maybelle (Wolfe) Barker. He attended Bruceville High School and was a part of the 1945 graduating class. Charles married, the love of his life, Kathleen Albrecht on December 20, 1947. He proudly served...

Nancy Sue Price

Nancy Sue Price

Dec 14, 2024

Nancy Sue Price, 87, of Washington, IN passed away on December 14, 2024. She was born in Montgomery, IN on February 19, 1937, to the late Milford and Arella (Fleener) Elmore. Nancy married, the love of her life, Frank Price on September 15, 1956. She worked as a homemaker taking care of her family. She was formerly of the pentecostal...

Gladys Arlene Thomas

Gladys Arlene Thomas

Dec 13, 2024

Gladys Arlene Thomas, 84, of Washington, Indiana passed away peacefully December 13, 2024 surrounded by her family and friends. She was born March 3, 1940 in Dunnellon, New Jersey to the late Arthur and Carrie (Madouse) Krapf. Gladys was a longtime member of Christ United Methodist Church in Washington, Indiana. She worked many different jobs over the years. These included...

James "Jim" Bernard Durnil

James "Jim" Bernard Durnil

Dec 12, 2024

James Bernard Durnil, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday December 12, 2024. 

Jim went to Washington Catholic, transferred to WHS as a senior and graduated in 1961 - and then he went onto Vincennes University - He was drafted into the army in the summer of 1967 - he was 23 years old. He served in Vietnam from...

Garold Alan Morgan

Garold Alan Morgan

Dec 12, 2024

Garold A. "Tooter" Morgan, 84, of Washington, IN passed away December 12, 2024. He was born in Washington, IN on June 28, 1940, to the late Clyde and Ethel (Ledgerwood) Morgan. Garold worked as a painter throughout his life and was a part of the Painter and Allied Trade Union. Garold was a member of the local Eagles Lodge, VFW,...

Georgina Rose Williams

Georgina Rose Williams

Dec 12, 2024

Georgina Rose Williams, 80, of Washington, IN, peacefully went to her Heavenly home with her husband by her side on December 12, 2024, at 6:30am at Daviess Community Hospital.

 She was born on September 5, 1944, to the late Gilbert & Evelyn (Noland) Shaffer, in Knox County, IN. Georgina attended Bicknell High School and was a member of the graduating class...

Walter Cary

Walter Cary

Dec 11, 2024

Walter L. Cary Sr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born on August 2, 1935, the son of John D. Cary and Orpha (Catt) Cary and spent his life in Vincennes, Indiana, where he became a cherished member of the community.

Walter dedicated over 35 years to...

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