Elaine Ruth (Richardson) Cockerham
Feb 8, 2025
Elaine Ruth (Richardson) Cockerham departed this life February 8, 2025, at her home in Newburgh, Indiana. She was born November 11, 1943, in Pike County, Indiana and attended Otwell High School. She was married to, and later divorced from, Bobbie Dale Cockerham. They had one daughter, Kathy Ann.
Elaine was baptized into the Christian Church and was...
Barbara L. (Jones) Pancake
Feb 7, 2025
Barbara Lynn Pancake peacefully went to be with our Lord, Jesus Christ, and her loved ones who passed before her on February 7, 2025 at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness. Barbara was a loving, devoted and cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend....
Martha Sue (Johnson) Thorne
Jan 24, 2025
Martha Sue Thorne left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on January 24, 2025 at Amber Manor Care Center in Petersburg. She had been a resident there since 2015. Martha Sue was born on Dec. 3, 1934 to Kathryn (Barker) & Buell Johnson in Pike County, Indiana. Martha Sue was married to Robert Thorne and he...
Norman Lee Sweet
Jan 20, 2025
Norman "Norm" Lee Sweet, of Winslow, Indiana, passed away at 4:45 p.m. on Monday, January 20,2025 surrounded by his loving daughter.
He was born on December 8, 1957, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born to Norman Sweet and Juanita (Miller) Sweet.
He moved from St. Louis, Missouri to Winslow, Indiana where he worked many...
Paul "Butch" Richard Grable
Jan 19, 2025
Paul Richard "Butch" Grable, 82, of Petersburg, passed away January 19, 2025 in Vincennes IN. He was born March 21, 1942 to Richard and Reba (Wilson) Grable in Petersburg. Butch served his country in the United States Army. He worked as a Reclamation Specialist for Solar Sources for many years. He professionally trained quarter horses, winning the world championship...
Jesse "Tom" Thomas Loveless
Jan 18, 2025
Jesse "Tom" Thomas Loveless, 84, of Petersburg, passed away January 18, 2025 in Jasper, IN. He was born September 19, 1940 to Ivel and Rene (Street) Loveless in Petersburg. Tom worked as a coal miner in Pike County for Old Ben Coal Company. He was a member of the UMWA. Some of his favorite things to do were hunting,...
Jon Dale Ficklin
Jan 16, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jon Dale Ficklin on January 16th, 2025, at the age of 67. Jon was born on December 17th, 1957 in Washington, Indiana to Ivan and Ardella (Seng) Ficklin.
Jon attended Petersburg High School for three years and was proud to be in the first graduating class of Pike Central...
Mildred Matteson
Jan 16, 2025
Mildred Matteson, 99, of Petersburg, passed away January 16, 2025 at her residence. She was born December 8, 1925 to Thurlow and Esta (Smith) Matteson in Petersburg. Mildred enjoyed animals and her dresses. She was known for her sweet tooth, frequently enjoying her treats.
Mildred is survived by her sister, Betty Joan Murray of Petersburg and her...
Theodore "Ted" R. Foster
Jan 12, 2025
Theodore (Ted) R. Foster, 82, of Winslow, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Ted was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He retired from OFS in Huntingburg in 2006. He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from 1967-68 and was discharged as a Specialist E4...
Bruce Sherman Scraper
Jan 11, 2025
Bruce S. Scraper, 82, of Petersburg, IN passed away at Amber Manor on January 11, 2025 with his family at his side. Bruce was born November 17, 1942 in Indianapolis, IN to Posey N. Scraper Jr. and Mary Ann (Chambers) Scraper.
Bruce is survived by the mother of his children, Ruth A. Scraper; his children, Hyatt (Tammy)...
Debra Lynn (Craig) Chamness
Jan 11, 2025
Debra Lynn Chamness, 69, of Otwell, passed away at her home January 11, 2025. She was born September 7, 1955 to Luther and Norma (Willis) Craig in Washington, IN. Debbie graduated from Otwell High School Class of 1973. She was a homemaker and co-owner and operator of the Chamness Service Station in Otwell, IN. Debbie was a faithful member...
Myron Myers
Jan 1, 2025
Myron Myers, 77, formerly of Otwell, IN, passed away Wednesday, January 1, at his home in Petersburg, IN with his wife and family at his side. He was born September 7, 1947 to Kenneth and Clara Myers. Myron graduated from Otwell High School in 1966. After graduating, he enlisted in the US Army and served three years in which...
Ruth Ann (Risley) Pride
Dec 29, 2024
Ruth Ann Pride, 84, of Otwell, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Amber Manor in Petersburg, Indiana.
She was born on December 2, 1940, in Evansville, Indiana, to William & Mary Risley. She was a graduate of Otwell High School and Deaconess School of Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse at Good Samaritan...
Mick L. Kinman
Dec 29, 2024
Mick L. Kinman, 85, of Petersburg, passed away December 29, 2024 in Newburgh, IN. He was born August 26, 1939 to Hulett M. and Alice Marguerite (Webb) Kinman in Hosmer, IN. Mick graduated from Winslow High School Class of 1957 and was known for playing basketball for Winslow. He went on to enlist in the United States Army from...
Norma Lee (Davis) Willis
Dec 18, 2024
Norma Lee Davis Willis passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday morning, December 18, 2024, at Amber Manor Care Center in Petersburg.
Norma was born October 27, 1932, in Petersburg at home to George and Fern (Gray) Davis. She married Gardner T. Willis on July 3, 1950, and they were married 59 years. Gardner preceded her...
Michael L. Veale
Dec 14, 2024
Michael L. Veale, 68, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Mike was a very proud Disabled American Veteran who served in both the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army.
He worked in many different areas in the Marines throughout his 12 year enlistment, working as an...
Larry Paul Barr
Dec 14, 2024
Larry Paul Barr, 70, of Petersburg IN passed away December 14, 2024, at his residence. He was born September 4, 1954, to Jerry Kell and Pauline (King) Barr in Princeton, IN. Larry served as pastor at the Immanuel Southern Baptist Church in Petersburg for 18 years. He loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed golfing and fishing. He married his...
Gary Daniel Phillips
Dec 9, 2024
Gary Daniel Phillips, 79, of Otwell, passed away December 9, 2024, at Amber Manor Care Center in Petersburg, IN. He was born April 18, 1945, to Dan and Mamie (Christmas) Phillips in Princeton, IN. Gary worked as a mining consultant in the coal mining industry for many years. He was an avid Model T collector and loved working in...
David Matthew Aaserud
Dec 4, 2024
David Matthew Aaserud, 55, of Otwell, passed away December 4, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN. He was born February 24, 1969, to Erling and Marlene (Peterson) Aaserud in Minneapolis, MN. David was an old truck and classic car enthusiast. He loved listening to classic rock music and was an avid reader. He also enjoyed playing Fortnite with his friends and...
Gaylord Leon Ashcraft
Dec 3, 2024
Gaylord Leon Ashcraft, 99, of Petersburg, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024. He was born August 4, 1925 to Clyde and Margaret (Baldwin) Ashcraft in Monroe City, IN. Following graduation from Monroe City High School he enlisted in the United States Navy and served seven years. Gaylord was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific, American Theatre, and Victory Medals. He retired from...
