Lisa A. Jones-Fluty, 56, of Evansville, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at her home. She was born on August 21, 1967, in Evansville, IN.

Lisa spent her career with Vanderburgh County where she had worked at the Auditor's Office, Weight and Measures, Clerk's Office and the Center Township Assessor’s Office. She enjoyed shopping and was a good cook. Lisa's greatest joy was giving to others. She always showed up with special treats for her friends and family. Lisa was devoted to her family and shared an incredible bond with her niece, Megan.

Martha “Marty” Shaffer, 92, died peacefully on November 23, 2023 at Breckinridge Place. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Louis and Pearl Phillips Hackworth of Logan, West Virginia and her husband, James A. Shaffer.

She was an active member of Chapel Hill United Methodist, Henderson, KY; a knitter in St. Paul’s Prayer Shawl Ministry and The Happy Knitters. She was a volunteer at the Union County and Henderson County hospitals for many years, as well as St. Anthony’s Hospice volunteer at the Lucy Smith King Care Center. Martha was the owner of MB’s Cards, Gifts, and Fabrics in Sturgis.

Deborah Carlene “Debbie” (Rigsby) Sheese, age 67, of Evansville, IN, passed away into the arms of her savior Jesus on Friday, November 3, 2023, surrounded by her husband and daughters.

Debbie was born April 18, 1956, in Lafayette, IN, to Herman Dale Rigsby and Betty (Wilkinson) Shelton.

Debbie was truly the definition of being the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. She opened her home to everyone. Debbie always fed anyone in need. During the holidays, her home was always open to any and everyone. Debbie wanted to make sure they felt loved and were receiving a warm holiday meal.

Debbie was loved by many close friends, some for 40+ years. Some looked to her as a mama. She was known for the love she showed her friends and family.

Toni L. (Sanders) Hagan, 66, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.

Toni was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 2, 1956 to Patty (Sanders) Gonzales and the late Marvin Sanders. She lovingly took care of all her children and grandchildren. Toni was not shy when it came to spending their money on shoes, purses, and jewelry. She loved DIY projects and always left Duane to finish the final touches. Toni enjoyed going on motorcycle rides and dune buggy excursions. She made many special memories camping and spending time on their family house boat. Toni will be remembered as a wonderful wife, loving mother, and above all else, the best Mimi.

The world is a lot dimmer today with the loss of our beloved wife, mom, sister and Nanny Katherine Beth Smith.

Katherine Beth Smith was born on September 5, 1958, to James and Patricia (Murray) Wilcox in Evansville, Indiana.

Kathy met the love of her life, Gary Smith and they were married on February 6, 2009.

Kathy was something else and could learn to do anything; nothing stopped her.  She learned how to sew and before the week was over, she was making quilts. She loved to gift family and friends with her quilts. They  were definitely a gift of love and will be cherished by those who received them forever.

Kathy was a beloved Nanny to her four grandchildren. The kids all knew they could ask Nanny for anything and she would get it. She did not ever tell them “no.”

Larry Thompson, 77, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital.

Larry was born in Evansville, Indiana on August 26, 1946 to the late Melbourne and Morien (Wade) Thompson. He was a 1964 graduate of Central High School. Larry was drafted in the United States Army and served for two years during the Vietnam War. He worked for ADT Security for 42 years, retiring in 2010. During his free time, Larry bowled and played softball. He was an avid IU basketball fan. Not only was Larry a hard-working provider but he will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather.

Cheryl A. (Hall) Gaddis, 77, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at home surrounded by her family.

Cheryl was born in Evansville, Indiana, on June 4, 1946. Cheryl worked as a hair stylist and cosmetologist. She owned her own hair salon for many years. She also worked at The Baby Shop, Racquetball Club, and retired from Nance Galleries after 28 years of service. Cheryl was a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church. During her free time, Cheryl enjoyed sewing, reading and doing puzzles. She also liked playing cornhole, bowling, and sitting on her front porch. Most importantly, Cheryl cherished the time she spent with her family.

Martha “Jane” (Matthews) Harmon, age 77, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:19 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2023, at North River Health Campus.

Jane was born on February 9, 1946, in Harrisburg, IL, to Joe and Bessie (Wiedemann) Matthews. She graduated from Harrisburg High School in 1964. Jane met her late husband, Jeffery Harmon, through their shared love of music, and they worked together with many local musicians as Jeff Harmon Jazz. Prior to her retirement, Jane worked many years for the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, in the office of the superintendent. In addition to being a very talented singer and pianist, Jane was a wonderful artist and an avid gardener.

Stephen Mattingly, 75, of Evansville passed away Saturday August 12, 2023. He was born March 30, 1948 in Evansville to the late William and Mary (Loesch) Mattingly.

He was a member of the Evansville Athletic Club and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Stephen was very loud and proud of all of his grandchildren.

Jerald “Jerry” Ray Bradfield, 66, of Newburgh, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023 in Evansville. He was born July 16, 1957 in Evansville.

He was an avid hunter, boater, and lover of all things outdoors. He was an automotive mechanic for over 40 years, and co-founder/co-owner of Foreign Performance for 30 years. He was a collector of vintage cars and was active in the Tribe Riders motorcycle community. He was a devout family man and, above all else, he treasured his relationships with his family and friends.

Sharon G. (Moore) Berry, 61, of Mt. Vernon, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side, after a long battle with Pancreatic and bone cancer on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Sharon was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky on August 21, 1962, the daughter of Bobbie Moore and Virgilean Kent.

Matthew Thomas Buckman, age 26 of Morganfield, KY passed away Sunday June 25, 2023 at Heart To Heart Hospice Center in Evansville, IN. He was born August 21, 1996 to Thomas & Shannon Buckman. Matthew was a graduate of LaPorte High School in LaPorte, IN where he played football. He was a Cubs and Bears fan. He enjoyed working out and exercising, spending time with family and playing Santa Claus.

Joyce Ann Paris, 76, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2023 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville. She was born August 28, 1946 in Louisville, KY to the late Edward and Mary (Duvall) Arnold.

June 4, 1965 was a very special evening, as Larry and Joyce not only graduated from Horse Branch, KY High School, but the two high school sweethearts became husband and wife. They were known as, “Mr. & Mrs. Horse Branch 1965”. She enjoyed Brown County Shopping trips with her family and making Christmas candy for her family and friends during her favorite holiday. She treasured family pictures, scrapbooking and the Arnold cousins trips. Her greatest joys were her grandkids. While attending their ball games, she loved cheering them on. She also kept the books and could figure their batting averages.

Lyn R. Jones, 71, of Evansville passed away Sunday April 9, 2023. She was born September 29, 1951 in Evansville to the late Raymond and Dolores (Smith) Hollingsworth.

Lyn spent her career in banking, working for Citizens National Bank, Permanent Federal, and Old National Bank; where she retired. She was a member of Bethlehem UCC where she participated in Sunday School Group, bereavement lunches and church lunches. Lyn enjoyed volunteering, flowers and gardening, and walking on the beach. She was also an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Evansville Aces fan. Lyn was devoted to her family; her husband and sons, and adored her grandchildren. She always attended all of their events. She will be dearly missed.

George "Tom" Thomas Deyss, 77, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Friday, April 7, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent Evansville surrounded by his family.

Tom was born in Evansville, Indiana on March 5, 1946 to the late George M. and Martha (Lawhead) Deyss. Throughout his life, Tom was an excellent ice skater. In his youth, he was a member of the United States Figure Skating Association, and was named the Youth Skater of the Year in 1959 at the age of 13. He went on to attend Reitz Memorial High School, where he graduated in the class of 1964. Tom worked as a Certified Water Treatment Operator at the Evansville Water Department, retiring after 25 years. Tom had a deep passion for running and was a member of the Evansville Distance Runners Club. He completed numerous half-marathons and marathons throughout his running career. Tom was also an extremely skilled carpenter. He built his own home and the majority his family's furniture. In his free time, Tom enjoyed being in the outdoors. Hunting fishing, and water skiing were some of Tom's favorite activities. More important than any accolades Tom achieved through his life, was his family. He was the true meaning of a family man. Tom loved his family dearly and always put himself second. He was an exemplary husband, father, and grandfather. Tom will be sincerely missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.

Kathleen Faye Weitkamp, age 74, of Oakland City, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh, Indiana.

She was born February 13, 1949, to Floyd and Hilda (Sollman) Weitkamp. Kathleen was a beautician by trade and never stopped creating beautiful things. She was an inspiration to her children and grandchildren

and pointed them to Jesus living by example. 

Angela Dyer Meadows, age 50 of Henderson, KY passed away Wednesday March 29, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN. She was born October 16, 1972 in Evansville, IN to Benji Dyer and Susan DeWitt Champion. She was a 1990 graduate of Union County High School. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Known as GiGi, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Angela enjoyed spending time at the beach. She was a selfless person, and a pet lover, especially her dogs.

Vern Edward Reed, 72, of Hazleton, IN was called home to be with the Lord on March 29, 2023. He was born on July 17, 1950, to the late Ivan and Frieda (Elsfelder) Reed.

Vern served in the United States Army, as a Demolition Man, and a proud Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion Kapperman Post 44 and the VFW Post 1114. Vern enjoyed deer hunting, gardening, sharing his animals with his grandchildren, and camping at Kentucky Lake with his lake family.

Darlene A. Shanks, 74, of Newburgh, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023. She was born February 28, 1948 in Big Spring, IL to the late Richard W. and Helen (Alwardt) Dahnke.

She was a member of First Christian Church, was a legal secretary and retired from Old National Bank. She loved to travel, hike and do needlework on items for infants.

Virginia “Ginny” A. Schnur, 91, of Chandler, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born November 2, 1931 in Morganfield, Kentucky to the late Otha and Georgia (Padgett) Alvey.

Ginny graduated from Memorial High School in 1949. She was an active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, helping with bereavement dinners, playground duty and was a Sunday school teacher. Ginny volunteered at St. Mary’s Hospital, the Breast Center and Mother Teresa’s Treasures. She was a devoted farming wife and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.