Local obituaries for Vincennes, Washington along with Knox and Daviess Counties in Indiana

Aug 5, 2024

Betty Sue "Susie" Wuertz (née Armes), 87, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on August 5, 2024. Born on June 19, 1937, in Wheatland, Indiana, Susie led a life marked by devotion to her family, faith, and community.

Susie was renowned for her warm, loving nature and her dedication to her family and friends. She was...

Aug 4, 2024

Bruce Michael Bowman, 81 of Washington, Indiana, was born on November 9, 1942. He found peace August 4, 2024. Bruce is survived by brother Gary (Lisa) of Vincennes, IN sister Camilla Bowman Sticklen (Jim) of Macomb, IL, and step sons Charles Compton of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Joe Compton of Reno, Nevada, and Tim Compton of Pinckney, Michigan. He was...

Aug 4, 2024

Laretta D. Bush, 87, of Owensville, IN went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2024. She was born in Gibson County to late Arthur and Grace (McClellan) Peach on December 15, 1936. Laretta graduated from Owensville High School. She married the love of her life, William O. Bush Jr., on July 21, 1961. Laretta worked for 10...

Aug 3, 2024

Kenneth Lowell Bottoms, 84, passed away peacefully August 3, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Kenneth was born on May 3, 1940, in Monroe City, IN, and was the son of the late Joseph Bottoms and Irene (Wesley) Bottoms. He married the love of his life, Bonnie (Arnold) on June 30, 1968 and together made a beautiful...

Aug 1, 2024

Donna J. Meade, 66, of Washington, IN passed away August 1, 2024. She was born in Washington, IN on July 26, 1958, to the late Arthur R. and Juanita (Gootee) Meade. Donna attended Washington High School. She worked most recently for Valley Optical as a secretary. Donna was a member of Antioch Christian Church and also enjoyed attending Grace...

Jul 29, 2024

After a courageous and determined battle with cancer, Cheryl McDonald returned to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 29, 2024.

Born in Evansville, Indiana on September 29, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Jack L. McDonald and Clara “Pat” McDonald, of Washington. She is survived by her mother, her brothers Stuart...

Jul 26, 2024

George Dale Sweet, 91, of Washington, IN, passed away on July 26, 2024 at Eastgate Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation with his family by his side.

He was born on August 28, 1932, to the late William Everette & Lilly Ruth (Perkins) Sweet in Daviess County, IN.

Dale was a 1950 graduate...

Jul 25, 2024

“Bunny” Carole Ann Ostendorf, 79, Vincennes IN passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the Linda E White Hospice House in Evansville IN. She departed peacefully into eternal slumber with her daughter Kelly and her dear friend Pat Fankhouser by her side. She was born to John Hartwell Wissing and Frankie Stout Wissing on January 24, 1945 in Vincennes...

Jul 24, 2024

James W. Mischler, 32, lovingly known as "Weezy" passed away July 24, 2024. He was born on April 22, 1992, in Washington, IN to Carl L. and Rose M. (Faith) Mischler. Weezy was a member of the Second Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Odon. He worked several years as a laborer and was very hardworking.

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Jul 22, 2024

Phillip Eugene Seals, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 22, 2024, in his hometown of Vincennes, IN. Born on April 24, 1952, the son of Louden and Naomi (Stewart) Seals, Phillip led a life filled with love, adventure, and dedication to his family.

Phillip was a proud member of Union Local...

Jul 22, 2024

Donald J. Grindstaff, 71, of Washington, IN, loving husband, father, uncle and cherished brother passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Washington, IN on January 5, 1953, to Donald L. and Angela A. (Smith) Grindstaff and they preceded him in death.

Donnie...

Jul 21, 2024

Deborah L. Russell, 58, of Vincennes, IN passed away July 21, 2024. She was born in Vincennes, IN on December 13, 1965, to Ronald Russell and Donna (Russell) Garrison. Debbie graduated from Lincoln High School in 1984 and continued her education to become a registered nurse. She graduated with her bachelor's degree from Indiana State University. Debbie worked for...

Jul 18, 2024

John “Jack” William Granger, 86, of Washington, IN, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 18, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville.

He was born on June 28, 1938, to the late William E. and Martha (DeJernett) Granger in Washington.

John attended Washington High School...

Jul 17, 2024

Joseph Denman Foster, Jr., 53, better known as Jay passed away on July 17, 2024. He was born on May 6, 1971, in Vincennes the son of Joseph Denman Foster, Sr. and Barbara J. Ridgley. Jay married Lisa Michelle Frye on September 25, 1999, and she survives.

In Jay's professional life he accomplished many things...

Jul 15, 2024

Daniel (Danny) Lee Myers, of Washington, passed away at the Villages of Oak Ridge on July 15, 2024. He as born on September 11, 1937, to Frank and Camilla (Henry) Myers. He wed Judy Kay Frederick on August 1, 1969, and she preceded him in death on December 31, 2019.

As a young man, he...

Jul 14, 2024

Ronald B. Small, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2024, surrounded by his family at his home in Monroe City, Indiana. He was 85 years old.

Ron was born on February 18, 1939, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Lawrence Boyd and Goldie Jewel Small. He grew...

Jul 13, 2024

Mark Thomas Duckworth, a life-long resident of the Martinsville area, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024, in Vincennes, Indiana.

Born February 1, 1949, in Martinsville, he was the son of the late Thomas B. and Doris M. (Bastin) Duckworth. His youth was spent on Duckworth Road in Paragon, Indiana, where he had no desire...

Jul 11, 2024

George Edward Tabor, 76, passed away on July 11, 2024, at Bridgepointe Health Campus. Born on August 2, 1947, George dedicated himself to his work, owning and operating Lincoln Trail Carpet for 35 years, providing exceptional service to his customers. His work ethic and passion for his business earned him the respect and admiration in our community....

Jul 10, 2024

Janie Lee Fortner, 80, of Vincennes, IN passed away on July 10, 2024. She was born to John Abel and Julia Fredrick-Davis. Janie blessed with an adoptive father Thomas Fortner, whom she loved dearly. Janie enjoyed reading and watching game shows in her free time.

She is preceded in death by her father John Abel;...

Jul 9, 2024

Donna Sue Horrall, 78, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, at Heart-to-Heart Hospice in Evansville, IN surrounded by her family. She was born on September 18, 1945, the daughter of Carl and Sarah (Hedge) Corn and always brought warmth and joy to the hearts of those around her. Donna married Larry Walter Horrall on January 24, 1964, and...