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Byron McCarter, born in 1937 in Vincennes, Indiana, passed away recently. A 1955 graduate of Lincoln High School, Byron was a two-sport letterman. In 1956, he joined the Marine Corps where he was a member of the 2nd Recon. While serving he also graduated from Marine guard school at Quantico, Virginia. He met his wife Louisa P. Silver in the Netherlands and they were married in 1960. In the fall of 1962, Byron left the Marine Corps and began working at General Motors in Indianapolis. He held various positions there, eventually retiring as a purchasing agent retiring in 1992. Byron also attended Kansas State University school of animal husbandry and worked locally as a ferrier his spare...

Linda Sue Myers, 81, of Washington, IN passed away at her home on March 1, 2025. She was born in Huntington, IN on May 27, 1943, to the late Harry and Mary (Turpin) Allen. Linda graduated from Darlington High School and continued her education at Franklin College, where she received a bachelor's degree in social work. She married L. Rex Myers on August 11, 1990. Linda proudly worked for Indiana Soldier's and Sailor's Children's Home in Knightstown, IN for 25 years before her retirement. Linda was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church, former sitting board member of Our Community Foundation, and was involved in numerous clubs and organizations over the years. When Linda had free...

Nola Mae Gordon, 88, of Washington, IN went to be with the Lord on January 15, 2024. She was born in Mt. Vernon, KY on April 6, 1936, to the late James T. and Flossie (Bullock) Payne. Nola attended Brodhead High School and was a member of the 1953 graduating class. She continued her education at Vincennes University, where she received an associate degree in Bookkeeping. Nola married Donald W. Gordon in May 1960, and they were blessed with three children. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and loved to sing in the choir and play the piano for church. In her free time she enjoyed listening to the news, sewing, watching golf, and cooking. She will be deeply missed by all. Nola is...

Roger D. Gillingham, 91, of Washington, IN, passed away Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Bridgepointe Health Campus in Vincennes, IN. He was born on March 2, 1933, in Erie, PA, the son of Harry E. and June G. (Sternberg) Gillingham. He married Sue (Whitlock) Gillingham of Vincennes on Feb. 18, 1956, at Bainbridge, MD, and was by her side for 64 years until her death on July 21, 2020. Roger graduated from Millcreek High School in Erie in 1951 and promptly joined the U.S. Navy, commencing a lifelong work in public service. Over his 25-year naval career he served in both Korea and Vietnam, and received training at the Supply Corps Officers School in Athens, GA, from August, 1958 to March, 1959. He...

Roger D. Gillingham, 91, of Washington, IN, passed away Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Bridgepointe Health Campus in Vincennes, IN. He was born on March 2, 1933, in Erie, PA, the son of Harry E. and June G. (Sternberg) Gillingham. He married Sue (Whitlock) Gillingham of Vincennes on Feb. 18, 1956, at Bainbridge, MD, and was by her side for 64 years until her death on July 21, 2020. Roger is survived by his seven children, Richard R. (Phyllis) Gillingham of Greenfield, IN, Robert E. Gillingham of Longmont, CO, Ronald M. (Karen) Gillingham of Yorktown, VA, Russ E. (Bartty Adams) Gillingham of Front Royal, VA, Thomas R. (Jamie) Gillingham of Vincennes, S. Renee (Rebecca Gardner) Gillingham of...

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 Indianapolis Colts. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting blankets, growing roses and plants, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed. Faith is preceded in death by her parents Norman and Lois Arterburn; infant sister Joyce Arterburn; son Christopher Nicholson; granddaughter Annalise Rose Nicholson; siblings...

Melba Jean Dawson, 77, of Washington, IN passed away December 11, 2024. She was born in Maynard, AR on August 26, 1947, to the late Raymond and Mary (Allen) Shepherd. Melba attended Washington High School and was a member of the marching band. She graduated in 1965 and continued her education at Vincennes University, where she graduated in 1966 with an associate's degree in cosmetology. Melba married, the love of her life, Bill Dawson on March 19, 1966. She was a member of the Church of Christ and would often teach Sunday school. Through her church, Melba became a sponsor of Compassion Children. She proudly sponsored 5 children over 20 years and visited 2 of them in Guatemala. Melba worked...

Plainville, IN - Charles Roger Chickedantz, 80, passed away at his home on September 17, 2024. Roger was born October 5, 1943, in Washington, Indiana to the late Harry and Donna (England) Chickedantz. He attended Plainville School and graduated from Washington High School in 1961. Throughout high school, Roger was an avid participant in sports including baseball, basketball, football and track. He was a long-time member of the Parkview Christian Church in Plainville. For 25 years, Roger worked as Regional Vice President for Cummins Diesel. He continued his career with Elmer Buchta Trucking as Vice President and President until 2010 when he retired. Like his father, Harry, he loved all...

Jess "Sonny" Driskill, 86, passed away August 15, 2024. He was born in Steele, MO on January 18, 1938, to the late Woodrow and Ada Belle (Carlton) Driskill. Sonny married the love of his life Peggy Fowler on August 2, 1959. He worked for Schenk Farms for 25 years as a foreman and continued his career with Trailer Bridge as semi-truck driver. Sonny was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. In his free time he enjoyed traveling with his family, reading, watching the St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves, spending time with his grandchildren and watching Dale Jarret in NASCAR. Sonny was a true family man and will be deeply missed. He was preceded in death by his parents Woody and Ada...

Marcilyn Rae Marvel, 91, of Princeton, IN passed away at her home on the corner of Lyles Station Road on March 23, 2024, at 1:04 am. Marcilyn was born February 1, 1933, to Levi and Eliza (Wilson) Tucker in their home on the corner of Shinnyville Hill in Owensville, IN. Marcilyn was a proud Owensville Kickapoo, graduating in 1951. She married the love of her life, Ewell Lee Marvel, in 1952 and spend 43 beautiful year together until his passing in 1995. Marcilyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband Ewell; and all her siblings, Alice (Raymond) Moser, Fern Martin, Annalee (Paul) Overby all of Evansville, Marion (Nadine) Tucker and Luella (Purvis) Clem both of Princeton, Clara...

Sandra "Sandy" Ann Baker, 80, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away at her residence March 1, 2024. Sandra was born in Mesa, Arizona, on May 14, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Robert "Bob" and Alberta "Bertie" Deckard. She married the love of her life, Samuel B. Baker, on June 15, 1963. Sandra was a 1961 graduate of Wheatland High School and went on to attend Vincennes University. She worked for many years as a secretary for Vincennes Steel and South Knox School Corporation. She continued her career with Knox County Realty and volunteered for the Women's Auxiliary at Good Samaritan Hospital. Sandra was a regular attender of the Bruceville and Wheatland Christian Churches where she...

Sharon Ruth Riker, 76, of Winslow, IN passed away February 20, 2024. She was born on August 22, 1947, in Winslow, IN to the late John and Imogene (Brittain) Capehart. Sharon attended Otwell High School and was a member of the 1965 graduating class. She worked for many years at Nasco doing general labor. In here free time, Sharon enjoyed talking to friends and family, solving crossword puzzles, and watching the birds. She will be deeply missed. Sharon is preceded in death by her parents; stepdaughter Stephanie Barber; brothers David and Darryel Capehart. She is survived by her daughter Valerie (Brian) Stallman; grandchildren Danielle Barber, Ethan Stallman, Sydney Stallman, Evan Stallman;...

Baby Rayden Miles Jewett passed away February 14, 2024, with his loving parents. He was born in Jasper, IN on February 14, 2024, to Cory and Brandy Jewett. Rayden will be deeply missed by all. He is survived by his parents Brandy and Cory Jewett; brother Konner Jewett; sister Aubrey Jewett; paternal grandparents Dana and Shane Jewett; maternal grandmother Kathy Bauer. Rayden will be laid to rest with his Great Aunt Beth, Beth Graber. All services will be private.

Millard Keith York, 79, of Fritchton, passed peacefully on Feb. 11, 2024. Millard was born to Millard "Heavy" and Faith (Dutton) York of Chauncey, Illinois, on July 10, 1944. He married Carolyn Sue (Kays) York on March 2, 1976. A natural mechanic, Millard worked a variety of jobs throughout his life, including for B&O Railroad and for the Knox County Highway Department. He was constantly fixing something around the property he shared with Sue on Robinson Road and was always willing to help both friends and strangers alike. Millard was preceded in death by his mom and dad; brother, Joe York; and sisters, Linda (York) Perry and Cheryl Ann (York) Lust. He is survived by his wife, Sue,...

Rhoda Belle Gibson, 85 years old, left this earth on January 9th, 2024. Rhoda was born on February 4, 1938, to Thomas Ralph Titus and Lillian Altona (Wollam) Titus. She was number 5 out of 10 kids. After graduating from Bloomfield High School, she pursued a career as a beautician. She then furthered her education at Vincennes University graduating as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1979. She spent most of her nursing career in geriatrics. Rhoda was over the CNA program at Good Samaritan Nursing Home, where she trained several individuals and even encouraged some to further their career in nursing. She met and married the love of her life, Jack Gibson, on November 1st, 1959. They were blessed...

Jesse A. Riddle, 42, of Cannelburg, IN passed away after a long battle with cancer on August 20, 2023. He was born in Whitesburg, KY on January 2, 1981, to Ernie and Mary Jo Riddle. Jesse graduated from North Cobb High School in Acworth, GA. He continued his education at Indiana University South graduating with a bachelor degree in computer science. Jesse was very passionate about all things with computers and he showed it everyday while he worked as a chief technology officer for Landlord Locks.com Inc. and Lock Supply Depot Inc. In his free time, he enjoyed coding computers, attending Harvest Community Fellowship, playing computer games, spending time with his cats, learning about outer...

Anthony (Tony) Ross Downen, 63, passed away June 11, 2022 at his home with his family at his side. Tony was born on December 29, 1958 to Samuel and Hazle (Thorne) Downen. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Sammy Downen, Robert Downen, Paul Downen, Royal Downen, and his sisters, Rachel Lowe and Mary Abigail Downen. Tony is survived by his wife Carolyn (Kidwell) Downen whom he married on December 22, 2000; granddaughter, Kylee Ann Arvin; his siblings, Vic Downen and his wife Karen, Martha "Duffer" Downen of Vincennes, Gloria Worland of Linton, Georgia Stasulis and her husband Al of Mississippi, Sandy Hall of Alabama, John Downen of New York, and Jennifer Daily and her son...

Jacqueline Divine Griffith passed away from this life on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the age of 65 at her residence in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on Sunday, September 2, 1956, in Lawrenceville, Illinois. Those left to cherish her memories include one son Shane Divine, mother Lois Churchwell Zinke, two brothers John Divine, (wife Penny), Christopher Divine, two sisters Lucinda Guilliatt, Susan Hawkins (husband Ronnie), her best fury friend Pearly Sue her dog, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Jerry Griffith, father Jack Divine, and one brother Paul Douglas Divine. Jacqueline Divine Griffith was a loving...

Donald Max "Woody" O'Haver passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at his residence in Vincennes, Indiana at the age of 81. He was born on Tuesday, July 16, 1940 to the union of Arthur Richard O'Haver and Laverda Beaman O'Haver. Those left to cherish his memories include: the love of his life of 31 years Maggie Narron O'Haver, daughter Rhonda Stevens, daughter Teresa Hoskins and husband Glenn, son Willie Collins and wife Lorena, son John Collins and wife Kim, 2 sisters Janet Ernst, Linda Grounds and husband Phillip, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his son Timothy Collins, daughter...

Mary Irwin Kolb Emison, 86, of Bloomington, IN passed away December 4, 2018 after a short illness. Mary was born August 18, 1932 in Peru, IN, daughter of Louis Leonard Kolb and Mary Irwin Gallahan. Mary graduated from Peru High School in 1950 and Indiana University in 1954 with a degree in journalism. Mary worked for Standard Oil of Indiana. Mary married Thomas Shepard Emison, son of Tuley and Ewing Emison of Vincennes, IN, in 1955. They raised their two children, Janet Kolb Emison (Martin Robert Sinnott) and Thomas Ewing Emison (Nanju Chae Collette) in Vincennes, where they lived until 1986 when they moved to Bloomington for her husband's position teaching at Indiana University Law...