Obituaries

April 21, 2023

Tonya Cooper, 54, of Winslow, Indiana, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at her home.

She was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on November 13, 1968, to Lana (Gettle) Willis and the late John Feltner.  In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by grandparents Don & Betty Gettle.

Tonya was a...

April 17, 2023

David W. Mize, 64, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on April 17, 2023, at his home.

He was born on January 6, 1959 in Washington, Indiana to John and Rosalee (Fair) Mize.  He graduated from Pike Central High School in 1977.

He was an avid car enthusiast and a car detailer for more than 25...

April 10, 2023

Nellie Francis Jones, 84, of Ferdinand, Indiana, passed away April 10, 2023, at Scenic Hills at the Monastery.

She was born on December 27, 1938, to Marvin and Louise Baker in Vincennes. Indiana. The family moved to Winslow, Indiana, where she spent her formative years.

She worked for various firms and was a private secretary...

April 10, 2023

Eunice Pearl O'Neill, 97, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023, at Amber Manor Nursing Home in Petersburg, Indiana.

She was born on May 6, 1925 to the late Courtney and Lenora Houghlan.

She attended Alford United Methodist Church.

She was married to Richard O'Neill until his death in 1984.

She...

April 9, 2023

Tracy Joe Catt, 51, formerly of Otwell, passed away April 9, 2023 in Alexandria, VA. He was born June 22, 1971 to Charles Edward and Kathy (Trayler) Catt in Washington, IN.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A private family burial will take place at a later date. Harris Funeral Home is entrusted...

April 5, 2023

Eddie Alan Deffendall, born September 6th, 1954, in Petersburg, IN was called home to fix the gates of Heaven on April 5th, 2023. Spending life as an avid contractor, Eddie is the only one with the credentials to fix those pearly gates.

Eddie is preceded in death by his wife, Rena (Robb) Deffendall of Hazelton, Indiana, married...

April 3, 2023

Jerry Franklin Johnson, 85, of Bowman, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023, at Jasper Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Olney, Illinois to Edison and Leona Johnson on March 7, 1938.  He was a star athlete in pole vaulting at Petersburg High School, and retired from IPL in 1997.  Jerry loved to fly airplanes, building...

April 3, 2023

Mark A. Thompson 59 of Petersburg passed away April 3, 2023. Mark was born December 18, 1963 in Jasper, IN to Theodore and Patricia (Boger) Thompson.

He is preceded in death by his father, Theodore and brother, Terry Thompson.

Mark is survived by his mother Patricia Thompson; son, Adam Thompson; daughter, Jenna Thompson. He will...

April 1, 2023

William Ernest Keeton, 67, of Winslow, IN, lovingly referred to as "Ernie or Willie", passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 1, 2023.

He was born on December 3, 1955 in Ashland, KY.  He is preceded in death by: father, George Elmer Keeton; mother, Belva Irene (Mackenzie) Keeton Wellman; three brothers, Gary Keaton...

March 30, 2023

Gary Lee Kinnaman, 77, of Petersburg, passed away on March 30, 2023, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Gary was born on May 5th, 1945 to Red and Phyllis (Bedwell) Kinnaman in LaPorte, IN. After graduating from Carlisle in 1963, he went on to become a master carpenter.  Gary would spend the majority of his career as...

March 28, 2023

Melissa Ann Brown, 45 of Petersburg passed away in her home at 10:55 P.M. on March 28th, 2023. She was in the company of her husband Chad and twin sister Michelle at the time of her passing.

Melissa met the love of her life, her sweetie, Chad M. Brown on November 22nd 2014. They were married on...

March 26, 2023

Paul V. Rhodes, 82, of Petersburg, passed away March 26, 2023 in Petersburg, Indiana. He was born July 14, 1940 to Clarence and Bertha (Edrington), Rhodes. Paul married Mary Tyree July 1, 1962.

Paul graduated from Vincennes University and Oakland City University with associates degrees. He was in the Navy and retired from the Army. He had...

March 23, 2023

Jodie E Wade ,90, of Hazleton, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 23rd 2023 at the Heart to Heart Hospice house surrounded by his family.

Jodie was born on June 6th 1932 to Otis (Tuffy) Wade & Hazel (Jones) Wade.

Jodie was a proud veteran of the Air Force. He...

March 23, 2023

Marilyn Kay Dickerson, 80, of Petersburg, passed away March 23, 2023 in Petersburg, IN. She was born October 1, 1942 to Glenn and Avinell (White) Coleman.

Marilyn graduated from Oakland City University with a Bachelor's Degree in Education and went on to obtain her Master's from Indiana State University. She proudly taught for 45 years at Winslow...

March 21, 2023

Marvin Jerrell Fair, 87, of Petersburg, IN passed away March 21, 2023 at his home. He was born February 24, 1936 to Lester and Violet Fair in Petersburg, IN. Marvin was affectionately known as "Bud" to his family and "Marvie" to his racing buddies. He spent most weekends at local race tracks with his racing buddies. Tri-State Speedway was...

February 25, 2023

Paul Eugene Ennis, 76, of Winslow, passed away February 25, 2023 at his residence. He was born May 20, 1946 to Alvin Hume and Betty June (Ross) Ennis in Winslow, IN. After graduation Paul went on to trade school for Tool and Die and was employed by Constellation Mold of Evansville for 43 years. One of Paul's favorite hobbies...

February 22, 2023

Joyce L. Catt, 80, of Petersburg, passed away on February 22, 2023 in Evansville, IN. She was born on July 2, 1942 to Horace and Oleva (Ferguson) Eads. Joyce attended Winslow High School and graduated in 1960.  She married Larry Catt on May 14, 1966.

Joyce was a long-time member of the First Christian Church in Petersburg....

February 19, 2023

David "Dave" A Dorsey was born to the late Gene Dorsey and Vonda Brenton on May 18,1950. He peacefully passed at his home on February 19, 2023, at 72 years of age. He is survived by daughters, Kelli (Troy) Gordon, Karri (Keith) Brock, Michelle (Tom) Neal and Dawn McCary, sisters Judy ( Jack) Arterberry and Rebecca Gregory and sister-in-law...

February 16, 2023

William "Bill" Joseph Arnold, 84, of Winslow, passed away February 16, 2023 in Oakland City, IN. He was born December 23, 1938. Bill served in the United States Navy and worked for many years at Whirlpool in Evansville, IN.

Bill is survived by his sons, Will Arnold and Eddie Arnold; brother, Ronnie Arnold; granddaughter, Emily Willis; and...

February 8, 2023

Sherry L. Braun, 82, of Petersburg, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She was born December 1, 1940, in Petersburg, IN to the late Lionel V. Burton and Inez I. (Jerrell) Horrell.

Sherry was married to Russell K. Braun on July 30, 1958. They were married for 61 years. She was...