Princeton Daily Clarion

Randall Lee Catt, age 72, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away surrounded by family at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2022, in St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper, Indiana. Randy was born in Princeton, Indiana, on June 12, 1949, to Jacob and Theda Rae (Corder) Catt. He married Pamela Muirhead on December 11, 1971, in Neu Chapel in Evansville, Indiana. He was a graduate of Princeton High School and then earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Evansville, where he was a member of the Dean's List. He was Vice President of Human Resources for U.S. Gypsum Corporation for 20 years and then the Executive Vice President of Human Resources at Kimball...

Charles Clifford Boost, 81, entered his final resting place on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Atrium Health. Charlie was born to the late Otto and Rella Boost on January 28, 1940, in Oakland City, Indiana. He played football and trombone in high school before later attending Evansville University in Indiana. He served his country in the Air Force and later moved to Rock Hill in 1974. He was a loving husband and father and enjoyed fishing with his son and square dancing. He was strong and mighty! A hard worker and kept working in his golden years. He loved his family and friends with all his might. He is preceded in death by his parents, Otto Gustav Boost and Rella Mae Butts Boost;...

Betty Lou Ranard, 89, of Princeton, IN, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021 in Evansville. Born December 20, 1931 in Marco, IN, she was the daughter of the late Louie William and Clarabelle (Stancombe) Jones. Betty was a graduate of Linton Stockton High School. She studied at Vincennes University, Indiana University and Indiana State University. She married Rev. Jack Ranard on June 28,1952 in Linton. He preceded her in death in 2003. She was a private music teacher specializing in Piano and Organ. She served with her husband in the First Baptist Church in Bicknell, IN and the First Baptist Church in Boonville, IN. She is survived by her children, Jacquelyn Smith and Gary (Charise)...

Linda Bollinger McCoy passed away at the age of 81 on October 26, 2021. Linda was born on February 3, 1940 to Don Mills and Emmylou Groub Bollinger in Seymour, Indiana. She graduated from Seymour Shields High School in 1958, where she worked as a lifeguard and taught swim lessons and water ballet. Her love for swimming carried her to Gulf Park College in Gulf Port, Mississippi. There, she continued synchronized swimming and was a part of the team that performed locally. In 1960, she graduated from Gulf Park and continued her education at DePauw University, where she continued synchronized swimming and had the lead in the senior production. At DePauw, Linda was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma...

G. Wayne Tate of Crawfordsville graduated from this Earth to the arms of Jesus on Heaven's bright shore, joining his bride, on Saturday afternoon. He was 88. Wayne served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 as a staff sergeant during the Korean War. He earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Indiana State University. In 1958 he began his career teaching business for three years at Crawfordsville High School, coaching golf. Following this, he accepted the position of Business Manager for the Crawfordsville School Corp., which he held for 39 years, retiring July 1, 2000. After his retirement he worked for Tanner Insurance. He was a long-time member of First Baptist Church, where he...

James Robert Mowry, 92, of Bloomfield, passed away on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at his residence. Born March 9, 1929 in Princeton, Indiana, he was the son of William George and Velma Hazel (McConnell) Mowry. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam and Korean Wars. He served in the Navy for 20 years retiring in 1967 at a Senior Chief Petty Officer. He was a member of the Solsberry American Legion Post #450, VFW, Fleet Reserve Association and attended the Bloomfield United Methodist Church. Surviving relatives include: his wife, Maria M. Mowry whom he married March 10, 2000; one grandson, Nicholas J. Parker; one great granddaughter, Samantha Parker; his...

Richard Ellis Johnson, 78, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed from this life to his eternal life on August 9, 2021. He was born on April 14, 1943 in Patoka, Indiana to Ellis and Margaret Beck Johnson. After graduating from Patoka High School, Dick attended Vincennes University and finished his Bachelors and Masters Degrees at Indiana State University. He spent 35 devoted years teaching middle school and coaching girls and boys athletics at Greensburg, Seymour, and Princeton, Indiana. Dick is survived by his wife of fifty-one years, Barbara (Babs) Johnson, three children, David, Ellen, and Becky, granddaughter Gabby, and daughter-in-law Jen. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Jerry...

(Nee Carlisle), 81, passed away Friday, August 6, 2021, following a lengthy, general decline in health and heart surgery. Joyce is survived by her husband of 60 years, Frank; their children Mark Waltz (Amy), David Waltz (Christine) and Rachel Wagner (David); grandchildren Megan Waltz Peebles (Trezy), Jennifer Eggert (Matt), Madeline Wagner, Sarah Waltz, Dustin Wagner, Zachary Waltz and Braden Wagner; great-grandchildren Zuri and Agnes Peebles; and her sister Sharon Niederhaus. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents Clarence Eugene and Mary Matilda Carlisle (Nee Barr). Joyce was born on April 6, 1940, in Princeton, IN, and attended Princeton High School where she met Frank in 1954. ...

Hazel L. Harper, 91, died on July 12, 2021 at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Hazel was born in Pike County, Indiana on February 24, 1930 to Elmer and Mabel Maxey who preceded her in death in 1963 and 1982, respectively. Also preceded in death by her husband, James Leonard Harper, Major USA, son, Douglas L. Harper, step-daughter, Dianne Willis, daughter-in-law, Nancy Harper, brothers Roy E. and Paul E. Maxey, sisters, Evelyn Julian, Betty L. Kiesel, and Thelma Ann Anderson. She is survived by a son, Michael L. Harper of Canton, IL; daughter, Shirley L. Harper. Major USA Ret, of Kasson, MN.; step-daughter, Phyllis A. (Ronnie) Brown of Harrison, Arkansas; 9 step-grandchildren; 17...

Deborah E. Harmon, 62, of Washington, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh. She was born September 2, 1958 in Jasper, Indiana to Paul S. Wininger and the late Patricia (Gee) Bowling. Debbie married Dr. Brian L. Harmon on May 11, 1985 at the Loogootee Christian Church. Debbie was a beautician and was dedicated to serving her clients for 35 years. She previously managed P.J. Beauty College in Greencastle for three years. Debbie loved taking care of her family, friends and giving to those less fortunate. She enjoyed being outside and being in the sun. She took pride in volunteering at St. Vincent De Paul for many years. Debbie and her husband,...

Mary Kathleen Prunty Schofield, 56, of Evansville, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at University Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was preceded in death by her father, Bernard Max Prunty. Mary is survived by her daughter, Jenna Schofield; mother, Rita Prunty; five brothers and sisters; and all of her favorite nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.

J. Mark Rawlinson, 61, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021. He was born on January 23, 1960, in Princeton to John D. and Mary Elizabeth (Griffith) Rawlinson. He graduated from Princeton Community High School in 1978, where he played first chair trumpet in the marching band. The marching band played at the inauguration of President Jimmy Carter in Washington D.C. and had won a national championship. Mark worked at the family owned and operated Nu-Gas for over 35 years and was a member of the Indiana Propane Gas Association. He was a member of Hillside United Methodist Church where he sang in the choir. Mark was a member of the Jaycee's, an avid bowler, and had a passion for...

Paula Eskew Nossett, 83, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 in Frederick, MD. She moved to Frederick to be near her daughter and grandchildren. Of all her activities, her favorite was being a grandmother. Born November 14, 1937 in Oakland City, IN, she was the daughter of the late Paul Eskew and Genevieve Scribner Eskew. She was married to the late Jack Nossett for 40 years. Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Oakland City College (English and Social Studies) and a Master of Science degree (English/Language Arts Teacher Education) from Indiana State University. She began her teaching career in 1958, teaching English for 10 years at Lawrenceville High School in...

Samuel Ray Bates, 57, of Evansville, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020. He was born on April 17, 1963 to Hugh and Mary (Choate) Bates. Sam was preceded in death by his wife, Patty (Croft) Bates, his parents; special aunt, Helen "Ahmy" Bates; and grandparents, Wesley Earl and Florence Bates. He is survived by his sisters, Peggy Simmons of Evansville, Joanne Bates and Mary Houchin both of Princeton; brothers, Charles Metz, Bill Bates, and Rob Bates all of Evansville and Tom Bates (Brandy) of Princeton; and several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. No services will be held. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Joseph W. Adams. Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Aug. 29, 2020, surrounded by his family. Joe was born Oct. 20, 1924 in Princeton, Indiana. He graduated from Patoka High School in 1942, and in 1943 he joined the Army Air Force. The following year he was sent to RAF Thorpe Abbotts, England, where he served, as right waist gunner on a B-17, with the 100th Bomb Group. Upon his return in 1946, he married Jo Mowry, also from Princeton, and joined the family hardware and farm implement business, Adams and Morrow. He was later president of the Indiana Hardware Association. Joe cared deeply for his community. He was asked to serve on the...

James "Jim" Thompson McCoy passed away at the age of 80 on the 23rd of August, 2020. Jim was born June 18, 1940 in Terre Haute, Indiana to James Andrew and Aline Thompson McCoy. He graduated from Princeton High School in 1958, where he played basketball and football. In 1957 he was named outstanding boy at Boy's State. He graduated from DePauw University in 1962 as a Geology major, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and played football for four years. He worked for the US Geological survey during the summers of 1960 and 1961. He went on to Indiana University in 1962 to get his Masters in Business Administration. Directly after, Jim worked for Kaiser Aluminum for two years,...

Barbara Ann Shannon, 86, a lifelong resident of Princeton, Ind., passed from this life at 8:27 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility in Columbus, Ind. Born on Jan. 22, 1934, in Princeton, Ind., Barbara was the daughter of the late Wylie and Rosalind (Boger) Woods. On May 8, 1964, Barbara married Carlyle Shannon. Barbara graduated from Princeton High School in 1952. She was a lifetime member of the United Presbyterian Church. She sang in the choir and has served as a trustee and session member for the church. Barbara also had a long career in the banking industry, working at various points as a teller, loan officer and data-entry...

John E. Smith, 80, of Franklin Street, died at 3:15 p.m. November 18, 2019, at his home. John was born October 7, 1939, in Princeton, Indiana, the son of Marion Francis and Goldia Mae Satterfield Smith. He married Mary A. Carnahan October 28, 1959. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, November 22, 2019, at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with Pastors Donnie Hacker and Roger Lee officiating. Calling will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the service Friday. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery. Memorials may be made to 6th Street General Baptist Church, through the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Mary; sons, Ronnie Smith and Tim Smith, both of...

Zoe Ann Kirk, 61, Martinsville, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at her home. She was born on Tuesday, December 3, 1957 in Martinsville, Indiana, to Jimmie L. and Lorraine L. (Clem) Hall. Zoe was a 1976 graduate of Martinsville High School. After high school, Zoe started working at the Kagan and Barker Law Firm until 1979 when she and her husband Rusty moved to Bargersville. Later, when her husband was transferred to Attica, she worked at the Clarks Hill Christian Church in Clarks Hill, Indiana, for Rev. Norman Able. Then, when they moved back to Martinsville and joined Liberty Christian Church, she worked at the church for Rev. Kevin Able. Zoe was currently working for...

Barbara Jean (Block) Antrim-74, of Mooresville, IN passed away on June 17, 2019 at St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital in Indianapolis, surrounded by her family. Barbara was born on May 8, 1945 in Princeton, IN to the late Norman and Lois (Ford) Block. Barbara earned her Master's Degree in Education from Indiana University. From there, she began a long and distinguished career in elementary education as a second-grade teacher at Newby Elementary and later Neil Armstrong Elementary schools in Mooresville, where she retired after 38 years of service. She married the love of her life, Richard Antrim and recently celebrated their 49th Anniversary, just three days before her passing. She was a...