Obituaries

S Ruth "Vernie" Lavern Dixon-Thompson

S Ruth "Vernie" Lavern Dixon-Thompson

Jun 27, 2019

Ruth "Vernie" Lavern Dixon Thompson was celebrated by her parents Joe and Clara (Coleman) Dixon, on April 16, 1945 in Gould, Arkansas. She departed this life for a better life on Thursday, June 27, at Newburgh Health care in Newburgh, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents. Ruth's life was driven by her dedication to her husband, and...

Otis Payne Jr.

Otis Payne Jr.

Jun 21, 2019

Otis Payne Jr. born May 17, 1939 in Henderson, KY to the late Otis Payne Sr. and Dorothy Mae Woodruff Shores sadly passed away June 21,2019 while at the VA Hospital in Houston, TX. Although Otis Was born in Henderson, he was raised in Evansville, IN where he graduated from Lincoln High School. Otis went on to proudly serve his...

James Arthur Leavell

James Arthur Leavell

Jun 11, 2019

James Arthur Leavell born November 15, 1953 to Bob W. Leavell and Ida Mae Parham in Madisonville, KY passed away on June 11, 2019 while at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. James is survived by his children; Angela, Christopher and Patricia Leavell, siblings; Mary Lou Jenkins, Mae F Marshall and Anthony Leavell as well as other extended family members and friends. A...

Dawn Faye Whitticker

Dawn Faye Whitticker

Jun 10, 2019

Dawn Faye Whitticker born September 24, 1954 in Evansville, IN passed away June 10, 2019 while at Brentwood Golden Living Center. Dawn is survived by her daughter; Miah Whitticker, grandsons; Dominic and Stephen and her mother ; Mary Porter-Whitticker. The family is in need of financial assistance to cover the cost of the funeral, any donations will be greatly appreciated....

Donny Joe Harrell

Donny Joe Harrell

Jun 5, 2019

Donny Joe Harrell was born on December 21, 1954 in Princeton Ky. Where he and his four siblings were raised by their loving parents. Later as he grew into adulthood he relocated to Evansville, IN. as did his brothers and sisters. There he met Trauma Bender who produced his only child, Donnie Bender (Lil Donnie) she preceded him in death,...

James Leon Lowe

James Leon Lowe

May 27, 2019

James Leon Lowe born January 22, 1959 in Evansville, IN passed away May 27, 2019 while at his home. James was a lover of life. He enjoyed spending time playing chess and dominos with friends. He also loved to fish and attend family bar-b-ques. James is preceded in death by his mother; Joan Lowe, siblings; Bonita Douglas, Burnestine Green, Kenneth...

Howard Winstead Brooks

Howard Winstead Brooks

May 26, 2019

Howard W. Brooks was born on August 17, 1939 to the late Thelma and Staunton Brooks in Hopkinsville, Ky. Howard departed this life on May 26, 2019 at 3:15pm at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Howard graduated from Roosevelt High School in Kentucky. He joined the Army in May of 1961. Howard was employed at Alcoa for 28 years before retiring and...

Clarence Douglas

Clarence Douglas

May 17, 2019

Clarence Douglas born May 2, 1947 in Evansville, IN to Lizzie Mae Douglas passed away May 17, 2019 while at Golden Living-Woodbridge. Clarence was kind hearted spirit that enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He would do whatever he could to help others. Clarence is preceded in death by his mother, Lizzie Mae Douglas. Clarence is survived by...

Mary Ann Cole

Mary Ann Cole

May 16, 2019

Mary Ann Cole, 79, was born October 23, 1939 in Kansas City, KS to Ella Mae Walker Hicks and Thomas Cole. Mary Ann passed away on May 16, 2019 at home surrounded by family. Mary Ann attend Topeka Public schools and was a graduate of Topeka High School, Topeka, KS. She joined and was a long time member of St...

Valerie Trask-Moore

Valerie Trask-Moore

May 10, 2019

Valerie Trask-Moore, passed on to her Heavenly Reward on May 10, 2019 in her home in Evansville, Indiana. She leaves for the world to love her handsome sons: Titus Trask and Frederick Moore III; Beautiful daughters: Sheryl Trask ,PerShia King and LaTeasha Compton; Amazing Siblings: Joseph Trask Jr. (Ann), Tonjya Hawkins (Ocie) and Rahima Sanders (Jesse) and Lifelong Friends: Larry...

Lola Marie Young

Lola Marie Young

May 1, 2019

Lola Marie Young – a teacher to hundreds, a mentor to many, and a friend to all – peacefully passed away at Bethel Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on May 1, 2019. Born in Heard County, Georgia to Frederick Wood and Annie Swent on December 22, 1920, she was a retired teacher from the Dayton Public School System. She attended...

Margaret (Bootsy) Gail Collins

Margaret (Bootsy) Gail Collins

Apr 21, 2019

On Resurrection Sunday April 21, 2019 God sent his Angels to University Nursing & Rehabilitation Center to receive Margaret Gail Collins. Margaret transitioned peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy burden and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28. Margaret entered into this life September 26, 1938 to Anna Belle Layne &...

Naomi "Nay" Francine Pope-Hayden

Naomi "Nay" Francine Pope-Hayden

Apr 12, 2019

Naomi Francine “Nay” Hayden departed this life on April 12, 2019 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital at the age of 65 years old. She was born January 5, 1954 to the late Jesse Pope Sr. and Virgie L. Gant. Naomi was a supervisor at Hudson Valley Tree company before it moved to Mexico. She did previous work in the medical field...

Dakari Lamar Thomas

Dakari Lamar Thomas

Apr 10, 2019

It is with deep sorrow to announce the birth and death of DaKari Lamar Thomas April 10, 2019. DaKari is survived by her mother; Anastasia Neighbors-Meriwether, father Diego Thomas, siblings; Lamont Neighbors, Marl’vion Meriwether and Rhia Neighbors, grandparents; Raymond (Joyce) Burkstead, Robert Thomas and Wandale Jones, great grandparents; Henry (Julie) Sorrels and Lottie Harvell, aunts and uncles.

Joyce Ann Powell-Sutton

Joyce Ann Powell-Sutton

Mar 21, 2019

Joyce Ann Powell Sutton was born July 20, 1948 to Frances Jeanette Powell and Charles Johnson. She departed this life for her eternal destiny peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Henderson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Joyce was a graduate of City High School in Henderson, KY. She worked at Osborne Manufacturing Company for several years. Joyce professed a hope...

Paul Lewis Knepper

Paul Lewis Knepper

Mar 20, 2019

Paul Lewis Knepper born May 31, 1931 in Chicago, IL. To the late Elmer and Carrie (Hawkins) Knepper passed away March 20, 2019 in Evansville, IN. Paul is survived by his children; Doug Healy, Daniel Knepper, Sandy Healy, Zola Rodie and Gretchen Daniels, as well as other family members. No services were held. Osborne Funeral Home has been entrusted with...

Vanessa Lynette Grahm

Vanessa Lynette Grahm

Mar 9, 2019

Vanessa Lynette “Nessie” Graham born April 4, 1972 in Evansville, IN sadly passed away March 9, 2019 at the Linda E. White Hospice House, surrounded by family and friends. Vanessa was a very private person. Family was important to her and she always saw the good in everyone. She was member of Little Valley Baptist Church, were she loved singing...

Anna Elizabeth Johnson

Anna Elizabeth Johnson

Mar 6, 2019

Anna Elizabeth “Polly” Johnson was born on October 31, 1922, to the late Richard Hatchett and Jesse B. Hatchett of Henderson, Kentucky. She entered eternal rest on March 6, 2019 at Redbank’s Nursing Home in Henderson, Kentucky. She accepted Christ at an early age at Greater Norris Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, were she actively participated in Sunday School, sung in...

Carl Douglas "Shoestring" Crenshaw

Carl Douglas "Shoestring" Crenshaw

Mar 4, 2019

Carl Douglas Crenshaw, 60, “Shoestring” was born to Robert Hanley and Queenie Mae Crenshaw in Evansville, IN. October 14, 1958. He began his journey with the Lord, March 4th, 2019 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville. Carl was a very respectable and loveable man, who enjoyed fishing, bingo, and spending time with his grandkids. He really enjoyed listening to his...

George Anderson Ray

George Anderson Ray

Mar 3, 2019

George Anderson Ray, 94 Evansville went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Home surrounded by his loving family. George was born on September 9, 1924 in Henderson, KY to the late Alma Perkins Ray and James Ray Sr. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Nora Mae...