Obituaries

May 16, 2022

Carolyn June Gaines, 81, of Algiers passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, May 16 at Amber Manor Care Center.  She was born October 23, 1940, in Otwell, IN to Harry and Edna Padgett.

Carolyn graduated from Otwell High School in 1958. On September 5th, 1964, she married Larry Gaines and they built a wonderful...

May 14, 2022

Jane Lavone Hollis, 95, of Otwell, Indiana, passed away on May 14, 2022 at Lakewood Home.

She was born on March 19, 1927 to Floyd and Annis (Bell) Davis in Dutchtown, Indiana.

She retired after 45 years as a bookkeeper for Elmer Buchta Trucking.  She was a member of Otwell United Methodist Church and Order...

May 6, 2022

John Cassius Black, 81 years old, passed from this earth on May 6, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes.  John was a rich character with a gentle spirit and a generous heart.  He was full of humorous stories, local folklore and family tales. He was known as Brother John, Johnny Cash, Black John, Uncle John, Mr. Black and...

May 5, 2022

Judy L. Willis, 79, of Winslow, passed away May 5, 2022 in Newburgh, IN. She was born June 11, 1942 in Petersburg, IN to Albert and Beatrice (Wolven) Woods. Judy attended Petersburg High School and went on to work for GE and Kimball Electronics for many years. She was a proud member of the Ayrshire Valley General Baptist Church....

May 1, 2022

Robert Wayne Brenton, 68, of Petersburg, passed away May 1, 2022 in Evansville, IN. He was born June 1, 1953 to David Joseph and Beatrice (Colvin) Brenton in Washington, IN.

Robert is survived by his daughter, Shelly (Jay) Powell; grandchildren, Cole, Conner, and Kenzie Powell; brothers, James Leroy (Penny) Brenton, Joe (Marie) Brenton, and Kevin Brenton.

April 26, 2022

Paula K. (Arison) Cox, 73, of Petersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2002 at her home.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Dennis R. Cox; children Gena (Robert) Ruppel, Denise (Tom) Ballard, and Dennis Cox, Jr.; grandchildren Ryan (Stephanie) Ruppel & Sammy Ballard; great granddaughter Sydalee Ruppel; half-sisters Sherry Ramsey & Fran McIntire;...

April 22, 2022

Larry Stephen Hadley, 79, went to be with Jesus on Friday, April 22, 2022.

He was born on December 5, 1942, to Kenneth Hadley and Syble (Wilkes) Hadley, in Linton.

He retired from IP&L in 2001 after 34 years and has a parking lot named in his honor. He was an Army Veteran. He was...

April 5, 2022

Chareleen (Steer) Cannavan, 90, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2022 in Danville, KY.

The only daughter of John and Dorothy Steer, Chareleen was born January 20, 1932 at the family home in Petersburg, IN.  She and her older brother John Robert were raised on Pike Avenue.

Chareleen attended grade school and high school in...

April 4, 2022

Charlotte Natalie Smith, 94, of Petersburg, passed away April 4, 2022 in Vincennes, IN. She was born July 18, 1927 to Charles and Mollie Deal in Petersburg, IN. She graduated from Bicknell High School in 1945. She worked as a secretary at Pike Central High School for over 20 years. Charlotte was a long time member of the First...

March 29, 2022

Barry Alan Pirkle, 69, of Winslow, passed away March 29, 2022 in Newburgh, IN. He was born November 8, 1952 to Odell Forrest and Hilda Louise Pirkle in Evansville, IN. Barry graduated from Winslow High School and went on to earn an undergraduate BA from Oakland City University and a Masters from University of Evansville. Later he received two...

March 24, 2022

Leon "Tommy" Thomas Smith, 51, of Petersburg, passed away March 24, 2022 in Winslow, IN. He was born April 17, 1970 in Gary, IN to Leon and Sandra (Sipes) Smith. Tommy was a heavy equipment operator at the Solar Sources Coal Mine for many years. He loved spending time with his kids, grandkids, and friends. His hobbies included being...

March 12, 2022

Eleanor 'Boots' Louise Bellamy, 89, of Ayrshire community, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 12, 2022. She was born November 6, 1932, to George and Lottie (Crow) Blacketer in Winslow. A 1949 Winslow High School graduate, she attended and was a member of Ayrshire Valley General Baptist Church for 89 years. She was a member...

March 8, 2022

Johnny E. Mitchell, 58, of Jasper, passed away March 8, 2022 in Jasper, IN. He was born July 20, 1963 to Robert and Roberta (Monhollen) Mitchell in Williamsburg, KY. He has worked many years for Masterbrand Decora in Jasper, IN. He was a proud member of the American Legion, Dubois County Conservation Council, and the Huntingburg Conservation Club.

March 1, 2022

Brenda Kay Reneer, 72, of Petersburg, passed away March 1, 2022 in Evansville, IN. She was born November 20, 1949 to Leroy James and Alberta (Freeland) Like in Washington, IN.

Brenda is survived by her son, Jim (Andrea) Cockerham; grandchildren, Andrew Cockerham and Abigail Rebstock; great grandchildren, Spencer, Nova, Joey, and Jacob; and sister, Debbie Like.

February 25, 2022

Vicky Sue (Collins) Burkhart, 70, of Petersburg, passed away February 25, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, IN. She was born August 27, 1951 in Washington, IN to Cleo and Evelyn (Wilson) Collins. She married Donald L. Burkhart on March 20, 1970 at the Church of God in Petersburg, IN. They were happily married for almost 52 years.

February 24, 2022

Martha Sue Gray, 82, of Vincennes, went to Heaven on February 24, 2022. Martha was born on January 18, 1940, in Petersburg, Indiana. She graduated from Petersburg High School. Throughout her life, Martha worked at the Washington Utility Office, Prestolite in Vincennes, and was the Volunteer Coordinator at Good Samaritan Hospital. In her retirement, she was a hospital volunteer...

February 19, 2022

Joyce Marlene Fox, 71, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Golden Living Center.

She was born in Pike County, Indiana on September 10, 1950 to Hilbert and Julia "Imogine" (Houchin) Matthews.

She retired from Walmart in Jasper after 23 years of service.

Joyce is survived by husband Brent...

February 16, 2022

Carroll Edward Edrington, 85, of Winslow, passed away February 16, 2022 at his residence. He was born February 7, 1937 to Doyle and Esther (Gentry) Edrington in Spurgeon, IN. Carroll obtained his Master's Degree from Indiana State University and taught school at Winslow High School and Pike Central High School. He married his wife, Jessie (Arnold) Edrington on May...

February 12, 2022

Stephen Earl Wheeler, better known as "Slider" or "Wildman" of Winslow, Indiana passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022 after reaching the age of 71years old. He passed away peacefully with his two daughters, Stephanie Coleman and Krystal Breeding by his side. Stephen was born on August 2, 1950 to his mother and father, Delmas Wheeler and Imogene Padgett....

February 10, 2022

Marilyn Alleen Fettinger, 82, of Petersburg, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 10. 2022 with her sons by her side at Amber Manor Nursing Home in Petersburg. She was born September 6, 1939 to Sherman Henry and Lela Marie (Leighty) Rhodes. She married the love of her life, Neaville Louis Fettinger, on May...