All Obituaries

Doris Imogene Stultz 85, of Oaktown, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Doris was born in Plainville to the late Claude Bateman and Thelma Clayton Beeman. She was married to John V Stultz, August 5, 1951 in Oaktown and they spent nearly 41 wonderful years together before his passing in 1992. She was a cook for the Carlisle Elementary School and helped in other areas of food service while there. Doris was a devoted member of Shaker...

Frances Marie McNeely, 83 of Vincennes, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Frances was born June 16, 1936 in Cannelton, IN to the late William Sanders and Helen Thompson Payne. She was retired from Purdue Farms and worked on the packing line. She enjoyed time with her family and was a wonderful mother, wife, and grandmother. She is survived by; sons, Allen Mathies of Texas, Bryan Mathies of Oaktown, Jeff Mathies of Vincennes, Tony...

Rick Dean Henry, 68, of Bicknell, passed away May 28, 2020 at his residence in Bicknell. Rick was born July 27, 1951, in Decatur Illinois, the Son of Carroll Dean Henry and Shirley Lee (Brown) Laker. He married Diane Sue (Blazer) on Saturday, October 14th, 1978, in Decatur Illinois. He worked as an Auto Technician. Rick enjoyed old rock and roll, drinking beer, growing things and spending time with his family. Rick is survived by his spouse Diane Sue Henry of Bicknell, IN; three children,...

Ruth Virginia Niewald, 91, of Huntsville, passed away May 27, 2020 at Huntsville Health and Rehab in Huntsville Alabama. Ruth was born November 30, 1928, in Bicknell In, the Daughter of Matthew and Maude "Thompson" Wilson. She graduated from in Bicknell High School class of 1946 and later married Clifford Niewald on Saturday, May 3rd, 1947. She was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church. Ruth is survived by 3 nieces, Margaret Caudill of Huntsville, AL, Cherilyn...

Eldina (Keasling) Benedict, 89, formerly of Bicknell, passed from this life on Tuesday, May  19, 2020 while at her home in Fox Ridge Manor.  She was born in Bicknell on August 1, 1930 to the late Thomas and Cora (Page) Keasling. She was a 1948 graduate of Bicknell High School. Eldina married her high school classmate, Bud on May 6, 1951, he was in the Army and they spent 2 years in Germany before he finished his tour. She was a stay at home mom and devoted...

Barbara Lou (Julian) Ervin, 75 of Bicknell, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. At home with her family by her side. Barbara was born in Vincennes, IN to the late Marlin Julian and Cora (Keasling) Julian. Barbara retired from North Knox East Food Service after 31 years as the kitchen manager. Her proudest accomplishments were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren which she loved dearly. Barbara is survived by; her loving husband, Dennis Edward Ervin; children, Todd Ervin...

Robert Allen Eakins 55, passed away on May 16, 2020. He was born in Vincennes, IN on January 16, 1965 to the late William Ross Eakins and Kathryn Maxine (Hamilton) Eakins. Robert worked in maintenance and custodial arts at Vincennes University. He was an avid Colts fan, enjoyed Nascar (Jeff Gordon), and liked to play euchre.  Robert is survived by; his daughters, Kristin Hernandez of Vincennes, Haley Eakins of Vincennes, and Cassandra Eakins of Texas; step-mother,...

Betty Kathryn (Hatfield) Endicott 81, of Edwardsport, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020 at home surrounded by family.   She was born September 22, 1938 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Raymond Hatfield and Mary Lee (Tuell) Hatfield.   Betty worked as a CNA and home healthcare aide and later retired from North Knox East as a custodian. She enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren, playing cards and watching sports (The Cubs).   She leaves behind; loving...

Lisa Marie Wallace, 54 of Sandborn, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. She was born in Washington, IN on March 29, 1966 to the late Arthur Pearce and Catherine (Crouse) Pearce.  Lisa enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren; and she loved to garden and do landscaping. One of Lisa’s favorite places was the beach, where she could enjoy the tranquility of the outdoors; she also enjoyed socializing as a waitress for several different...

Billy Ray Collier, 89 of Vincennes, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, May 6, 2020.  Billy was born in Martinsville, IN on September 19, 1930 to the late Harry Collier and Verna (Barger) Collier.  Billy was married to Betty (Durham) Collier on June 23, 1990. He was the the owner of Collier’s IGA. Billy played the mandolin, organ, and enjoyed music. He loved to ride his motorcycle and enjoyed playing golf and fishing. Billy was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic...