Obituaries

Aug 12, 2025

William J. Ferree died peacefully on August 12th at The Waters in Sullivan, with his family by his side. He was born on February 9, 1937. His parents were Raymond and Bernice Bragdon Ferree. He graduated from Graysville High School class of 1955. Upon graduation he joined the Navel Reserves. He married Lovinia Wible Ferree on November 8, 1959. They...

Aug 3, 2025

Karen Ann Klutey Nash, 68 of Sullivan, passed into eternal rest in the comfort of her home, on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Karen began her journey in life on November 16, 1956 in Phoenix Arizona, the daughter of the late, George Ervin and Belva Weller Klutey. She was a 1974 graduate of Sullivan High School. She retired from years of...

Aug 2, 2025

James “Jim” Lynn Kennett, 81, of Graysville, slipped into eternal rest on August 2, 2025 at The Waters of Sullivan. Jim was born on August 19, 1943 in Sullivan to the late James and Gladys Kennett. He was a graduate of the last graduating class of Graysville High School.

He married the late Marcella Haltom, on March 7,1964. Jim worked as...

Aug 1, 2025

Mildred Lucille Shipley, 94, of Linton, departed this earthly life to be in the eternal glory of her Lord and Savior, on August 1, 2025 in the comfort of her daughter's home. She began her life journey on December 3,1930 in Kokomo, Indiana the daughter of the late, Golden and Lula Burns. Mildred met and married the late Melvin Shipley...

Jul 30, 2025

Jay Thomas Dix 68, years young, passed onto eternal life on July 30, 2025, in the comfort of his home with his wife and family by his side. Jay was born in Terre Haute IN and grew up in Valparaiso IN. He graduated from Valparaiso High School, where he set track records , while also being a member of the...

Jul 29, 2025

Gertrude E. Land, 87, of Dugger, slipped into the eternal splendor of Heaven, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by those she deeply loved. Gertrude began her journey in life on December 30, 1937 in Sullivan County, to the late John and Eula McCammon Walters. She was a graduate of Dugger High School. After...

Jul 23, 2025

Susan Purcell, a beloved wife and mother, went on to eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 23, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Sullivan, Indiana, on July 15,1953, and grew to embrace the beauty of life, faith, and family through her many wonderful years.

A graduate of Sullivan High...

Jul 18, 2025

Robert Hoke “Bob” Koenig, 86, a lifelong resident of Carlisle , slipped into eternity in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Bob was born at home on September 28,1938, one of 3 sons, to the late Norman and Helen Hoke Koenig. He was a graduate of Carlisle High School and member of Carlisle Odd Fellows #3. He...

Jul 13, 2025

Ricki Joe "Rick" Killion, 70, of Sullivan, slipped into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Rick began his life journey on September 1,1954 in Sullivan County, born one of 7 children, to the late Bill and June (Mason) Killion.

He was a 1974 graduate of Sullivan High School.

Rick was a well known and well respected mechanic, his knowledge...

Jul 7, 2025

Madonna Rose Kerns, 94, of Hymera, passed into the sweet eternity of Heaven on July 7,2025 at Union Hospital. Madonna began her life journey in Paris, Illinois. She was a graduate of State Laboratory High School, class of 1948. She lived a long, fulfilled life that was dedicated to God and her family, and took great pride in her family....

Jul 4, 2025

Michael Gene Nash, 80, of Sullivan, passed into eternal rest on July 4, 2025 in the comfort of his home. He was born on November 29,1944 in Sullivan County to the late Arthur and Opal Watson Nash. Michael was a graduate of Carlisle High School, where he held the office of FFA Officer. He went on to be a Millwright...

Jul 2, 2025

John Franklin Stultz, 75, of Sullivan, slipped into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.  He began his life journey in Terre Haute Indiana, the son of  John Sr. and Jean Stultz, on November 25,1948. John was a 1966 graduate of Sullivan High School. In 1972 he married his loving wife, Caroline Morrison. He was a dedicated employee for...

Jun 21, 2025

William Earl Burr, 91, a long time resident of Carlisle, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, June 21,2025 at The Waters of Sullivan.Bill began his life journey on February 6,1934 in East Alton, Illinois. Born the son of the late William and Helen Clark Burr. He was a 1952 graduate of Oaktown High School. On September...

Jun 20, 2025

Brian Dale Bogard, 54 of Terre Haute IN. passed into eternal rest on Friday, June 20, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis . He entered this life on December 8,1970 the son of the late Terry and Cheryl French Bogard.

Brian was a graduate of Terre Haute North High School, he earned his Associates Degree from...

Jun 19, 2025

Richard Lee McCowen slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by those he cherished. Richard began his life journey on May 30,1943 in Terre Haute, IN. born one of 2 sons to the late Clifford and Bonnie Suthard McCowen French. He was a graduate of Wiley High...

Jun 13, 2025

William A. “Bill” Arnett, 89 of Sullivan, saddled his horse for a final ride into the sunset on June 13, 2025, surrounded by the family he cherished.

Bill was born on January 17, 1936, in Merom, Indiana, to the late Roger and Velda Rockwell Arnett. He graduated from Gill Township High School in 1954. Bill proudly served...

Jun 3, 2025

May 21, 2025

Rita S. Frakes Thomas, 70, of Farmersburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in the comfort of her home. She was born on November 26,1954 to Donald and Polly Frakes.

Rita married her life partner on February 18, 1972 they walked the path of life together for 53 years. She enjoyed playing softball and fishing. She...

May 20, 2025

Sandra K. McKinley of Sullivan, peacefully slipped into the arms of Jesus, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Those she cherished surrounding her. She entered this life on July 11, 1939 in Farnsworth, born one of 7 children to Edgar R. and Mary Louise Sanders.

She was a 1957 Union High School graduate. Outside of being a devoted...

May 16, 2025

Shelby Jean Richmond Miller, age 68, formerly of Gray, KY, passed away on May 16th 2025, in Sullivan, Indiana.

She was born on January 14th, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan. Shelby was the daughter of the late William Riley Richmond and Christine Mills Richmond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant brother;...