Obituaries

Oct 20, 2023

The world has lost a remarkable life, Charleen "Char" Finch, whose spirit illuminated the darkness even brighter than the most radiant morning star. Charleen was born on December 29, 1947, in Robinson, IL, and peacefully passed away at her home in Evansville, IN, on October 20, 2023.

Char's journey of life was intimately shared with...

Oct 17, 2023

Teresa "Mama Kay" Keller, a jubilant spirit and a beacon of warmth, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2023, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN. She was born in Olney, IL, on January 28, 1962, to Patricia (Shidler) Marlowe Deisher and attended Richland County High School in Olney. She began her career as a bartender at Toot's Bar,...

Oct 16, 2023

Lora Welty, 44, of Robinson, IL, passed away on October 16, 2023, at Ridgeview Care Center in Oblong, IL. She was born on June 1, 1979, at Clay County Hospital in Flora, IL, and spent her childhood moving around the state before eventually settling in Robinson. A graduate of Robinson High School in 1997, Lora was a lively part...

Oct 12, 2023

Sandra "Sue" Neibarger, known affectionately to her family as "Lovie," passed away peacefully at Willowbrook Memory Care in Marshall, IL, on October 12, 2023. Born in Robinson, IL, on June 4, 1946, her high school years were spent in the halls of Robinson High School, where she graduated with the Class of 1964. She soon found work at TRW...

Oct 12, 2023

Ola Gwen Sparks, 91, of Palestine, IL, died peacefully on October 12, 2023, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. Born on March 27, 1932, in Graymont, IL, she grew up in the Palestine area, where she was active in numerous groups, from Y-Teens and Future Homemakers of America to the Girl Reserves and Gingham Girls....

Oct 10, 2023

Betty Alspach, 77, of Hardinville, IL, passed away on October 10, 2023, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN. She was born November 14, 1945, in Bond Township, Lawrence County, IL, the daughter of C. Raymond Faith & Fern (Swayze) Faith, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her son, David Alspach;...

Oct 10, 2023

Joe Dean Griffith, who was born September 1, 1948, and faithfully served his Lord until his passing on October 10, 2023, was a beacon of resilience and faith throughout his life. Graced with an unyielding spirit, he withstood the many challenges life threw at him. Born almost entirely deaf due to an unfortunate incident in utero, the world perceived...

Oct 8, 2023

Vivian Rose Inboden Tracy, born September 23, 1937, left this world and entered the next on angels' wings to meet her Savior on October 8, 2023. She found her new life and her perfect body free of the pain and suffering that she endured as of late. She found that perfect peace.

She is survived...

Oct 8, 2023

Barbara "Barb" Brown, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and beloved member of her community, passed away in Flat Rock, IL, on October 8, 2023, leaving behind a rich, love-filled life and innumerable fond memories. Born to Everett and Wilma Elsaline (Fuller) Baud on May 23, 1937, in Montgomery Township, Barb's life was a testament to her love for her...

Oct 7, 2023

Nolan "Butch" Detwain Stewart,83, a longtime Cubs fan and lifelong resident of Robinson, IL, passed away peacefully in his childhood home on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

Nolan, or "Butch" as he was affectionally known to those close to him, was born in Robinson on September 18, 1940. He spent his childhood roaming the streets with...

Oct 1, 2023

William A. "Tony" France, 70, of Robinson, IL, passed away on October 1, 2023, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN. Born on February 16, 1953, in Vincennes, IN, he would go on to personify the virtues of dedication and honesty and lived a life filled with hard work, ingenuity, and a whole lot of fishing!

Sep 27, 2023

Brenda Yvonne (Copp) Boyd of Robinson, IL, was born January 31, 1951, in Mishawaka, IN, the daughter of Albert & Marguerite (Riege) Copp. She entered the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. She lived a joyful 72 years of life blessed by God.

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Sep 25, 2023

Frank Keith Phillippe, a quiet man fondly known for his unrelenting sense of humor and resilience of spirit, passed away on September 25, 2023, in the same place he was born 79 years earlier, Vincennes, IN. His journey began on September 4, 1944, and much of his youth was spent working on the family farm. His father started him...

Sep 25, 2023

Cecil "Ray" Lockhart, 73, of Vincennes, IN, formerly of Robinson, IL, died on September 25, 2023. He was born on August 15, 1950, in Oblong, IL, the son of Ralph & Doris (Reinholdt), both of whom preceded him in death. He married Janet Rich on November 8, 1974, and she preceded him in death on April 28, 2013. He...

Sep 13, 2023

Dorothy "June" Badgley, 94, of Robinson, IL, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023, at Lodge of the Wabash in Vincennes, IN. She was born in Robinson on June 30, 1929.

June loved sewing and various crafts and, for a time, had a fabric store in her home in rural Robinson. This creative nature led...

Sep 10, 2023

Marlin W. Wirey, 69, of Robinson, IL, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at the Robinson Rehab and Nursing facility after a brief illness surrounded by his family.

Born August 4, 1954, in Lawrenceville, IL, Marlin was the son of William and Louetta (Moore) Wirey. Marlin was a longtime resident of Residential Developers Inc.,...

Sep 8, 2023

Micheal Dean Wesley of Flat Rock, IL, passed away on September 8, 2023, at Willow Manor in Vincennes, IN. Born November 28, 1944, in Honey Creek Township, Mike spent his formative years exploring and growing up in Flat Rock and eventually graduated from Robinson High School.

After working at the Ettelbrick Shoe Factory for a...

Sep 7, 2023

Michael "Mike" Redmon passed away at the age of 50 on September 7, 2023, in Carle Hospital, Urbana, IL. Born on January 3, 1973, in Olney, IL, Mike was a devoted family man and selfless friend who will forever be fondly remembered by those who had the pleasure to know him. Mike was brought up in Robinson, IL, and...

Sep 7, 2023

Betty J. Powell, a cherished member of her community and a devoted woman of faith, passed away peacefully at Ridgeview Care Center in Oblong, IL, on September 7, 2023. Born on November 13, 1935, in Licking Township, west of Annapolis, IL, she attended a one-room schoolhouse growing up and would eventually graduate early from Hutsonville High School in 1952...

Sep 5, 2023

Dorothy Fasig, a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was born on March 19, 1924, in Casey, IL, and met her eternal rest at the Newton Care Center in Newton, IL, on September 5, 2023. She leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and adventure.

Dorothy had an adventurous spirit that shone brightly throughout her...