Obituaries

James Washington, Jr

James Washington, Jr

Oct 31, 2024

James Washington Jr.,69 of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. James was born on August 19, 1955, in Sturgis, Kentucky to James Washington Sr. and Robbie Pendleton Washington. James attended Chestnut Walnut School and Lincoln Grade School, later graduating from Reitz High School James, "Jimmie or Wheatstraw" as he was known to family...

Emmanuel Young

Emmanuel Young

Oct 30, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loving child Emmanuel "Malachi" Young, who was tragically taken away from us too soon on October 29th 2024, at the age of 17. To know Malachi was to love Malachi. He was a loving dad , son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend. He had a smile that could light up...

Brandy Theresa Johnston

Brandy Theresa Johnston

Oct 17, 2024

Brandy T. Johnston (Jackson) passed away on October 17, 2024 after a long battle with Kidney Disease. Brandy was born on January 13, 1978 to Alma "Cecilia" Jackson and James Young. Brandy was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend, she leaves lots of cherished memories. Brandy was a motivator to many and a go-getter. She was determined through her...

Robert Eugene Boyd, Sr.

Robert Eugene Boyd, Sr.

Oct 12, 2024

Robert Eugene Boyd Sr., was 82 years old when he went to glory, while briefly staying at the Linda White Hospice Center in Evansville, Indiana. The shepherd called him on to greener pastures on October 12, at 7:01 am. He was born September 1, 1942, in Cadiz, KY to Alex Boyd Sr. and Martha Irving Boyd. Robert graduated from Trigg...

Audrey Yvonne Hampton

Audrey Yvonne Hampton

Sep 28, 2024

Audrey Yvonne Carter Hampton was born September 28, 1962, to the late Frank Thomas Hampton and late Agnes Elizabeth Butler. Audrey received her education at Scott High School in Toledo, Ohio. Audrey was employed at various of places around Evansville, Indiana, to include: Evansville African American Museum, Goodwill, and House of Bread and Peace. To cherish her memories, Audrey leaves...

Robert Richard Gant

Robert Richard Gant

Sep 17, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert Richard Gant, age 69, on September 17, 2024. He was born in Henderson County, Kentucky, to the late Robert McFarland and Mattie Gant, Robert lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ben and Pauline Gant Sr., his beloved sister Irene Burton...

Matilde Del Socorro Reyes Rojas

Matilde Del Socorro Reyes Rojas

Sep 10, 2024

Matilde Del Socorro Reyes Rojas passed away on 9/10/2024 after a year-long journey with T Cell Lymphoma up until the end Matilde maintained her love for her family. Matilde maintained her kindness, grace, compassion and was grateful for God's grace throughout her life. She lived her life as a child of God. She showed love to all her family and...

S Wanda Lee Hines

S Wanda Lee Hines

Sep 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness for the family of Wanda Lee Hines to announce she made her transition to be with our loving Heavenly Father on Sunday, September, 8 2024 at the age of 91. Wanda was born October 31, 1932 in Evansville, Indiana to Norman and Arletta Johnson. Wanda was a faithful member of the former...

Yannick Allen Moore-Patrick

Yannick Allen Moore-Patrick

Sep 7, 2024

Yannick Allen Patrick 40 of Evansville, Indiana left this Earth for his heavenly home on Saturday. September 7th 2024. A 2006 graduate of Harrison High School ,Yannick, was known for his impeccable dress, quick wit infectious laughter and love of television game shows. He was the epicenter of his family. Everyone's best friend and a stranger to none. He remained...

Liam Richardson

Liam Richardson

Sep 5, 2024

On Thursday, September 5, 2024, our sweet angel Liam Treyvon Wood Richardson, 2, took rest with the Lord. Liam was born on April 27, 2022 in Evansville, Indiana to Ayana Richardson and Ian Wood II. Liam was a joyful, bright ball of sunshine, energy, and love. He enjoyed life to the fullest, he loved to dance, give hugs, spread sunshine...

Joyce King

Joyce King

Aug 31, 2024

Joyce Berry King, 80 received her wings on Saturday, August 31, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born September 12, 1943, to the late Mary E Grissett in Dehue, WV, and raised by her grandparents Rev. & Mrs. W. R Carter (Carrie). Joyce graduated from North High School in 1961 and then worked at Welborn Baptist Hospital, then moving on...

Shelia Dawn Morris

Shelia Dawn Morris

Aug 20, 2024

Mrs. Sheila Dawn Morris, a devoted friend, loving mother, grandmother and skilled home renovator, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Born on December 8, 1960, in Henderson, Kentucky, Sheila was the beloved daughter of Roy and Virginia Oliver. Throughout her life, Sheila brought joy and warmth to those around her with...

Mayme Loretta Dycus

Mayme Loretta Dycus

Aug 18, 2024

Mayme Loretta Dycus, 70, received her wings on Sunday, August 18, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born to the late Earl and Mayme (Phipps) Carson on October 18, 1953, in Springfield, TN. Loretta attended Benjamin Bosse High School and worked as an EVSC special needs bus assistant for 20 years. Loretta was a humble and...

Marion D. Watson

Marion D. Watson

Aug 17, 2024

Marion D. Watson, 70, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly resting place on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Columbia Healthcare in Evansville, Indiana. Marion was born on February 9, 1954. Marion was affectionally called “Disco Queen” by all who knew her in Evansville. She had a love for dancing and would cut up the dance floor. Marion was a quiet spirit...

Pearlie Louise Miller

Pearlie Louise Miller

Aug 12, 2024

Mrs. Pearlie L. Miller, age of 93, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024 in the comforts of her home. Mrs. Miller, a native of Pulaski, IL, was born to Henry and Lou (Roberts) Wright. Mrs. Miller’s natural mother passed and her father remarried Cordie Wright. From the union of Mrs. Miller’s parents, five children were born, all of whom preceded...

Tonia Ann Hooper

Tonia Ann Hooper

Jul 22, 2024

Tonia Ann Hooper (Pierce), 52 of Evansville, IN, died on July 22, 2024, after a long battle with multiple health conditions. Tonia was born May 18, 1972, in Vincennes, IN, to Connie (Balthus) Young. She graduated from Vincennes Lincoln High School in 1990 and pursued her nursing career in Evansville. Tonia served her community in pediatrics, home health, stroke rehab,...

Miss Deronika Marie Edwards

Miss Deronika Marie Edwards

Jul 22, 2024

DeRonika Marie Edwards, 36, who was born and raised in Evansville, Indiana, passed away July 22, 2024, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville. Ronika, as she was fondly known by her friends and relatives, was the daughter of V. Maria Tramill and Kirth A. Booker (Mary). She was a 2007 graduate of Harrison High School and was employed at Walnut...

Jason Wayne Green

Jason Wayne Green

Jul 20, 2024

Jason Wayne Green was born on April 28, 1975 in Evansville, IN. It was no coincidence that his birthday just so happened to fall on National Super Hero Day, because that is what he was to his children, the boys he coached for his son's basketball team and everyone that met him! He was born to Stanley and Burnistean Green...

Rachel Helen Jackson

Rachel Helen Jackson

Jul 14, 2024

Rachel H. Jackson, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2024, due to natural causes. She was born on January 2, 1944, to Alonzo and Mildred McFarland-Jackson. Rachel leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and kindness that will forever be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing her. Throughout her life, Rachel...

Mary Ann Johnson

Mary Ann Johnson

Jul 14, 2024

Mary Ann Johnson,71, gained her heavenly wings on Sunday July 14, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born on February 13, 1953, in Scott, Mississippi to Simon Johnson and Frances Wooden-Johnson. Mary worked at the Executive Inn for many years until their closing, then moving on to Fairfield Inn. Mary, affectionately called "Red" by many,...