Edna M. Mehringer, 88, Greenwood, died on Friday, March 2, 2018.

Edna was born on May 22, 1929, in Schnellville, to the late Oscar and Cecilia Mary (Lueken) Persohn. She married Linus Mehringer on May 3, 1949, in Schnellville and Linus preceded her in death March 17, 2011.

She was a faithful member of Our Lady of The Greenwood Catholic Church and worked for Our Lady of The Greenwood Catholic Schools in the cafeteria for 32+ years.

She enjoyed playing euchre with the ladies of various card clubs.

She is survived by three daughters, Gail (Joe) Simpson, Susie (Terry) Zeigler and Denise (Brian) Eubanks; three sons, Michael (Kathy) Mehringer, Joseph Mehringer and William (Debbie) Mehringer; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Greenwood Chapel, 481 W Main St., Greenwood, with a rosary service at 7:30 p.m. Additional calling will be Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of The Greenwood Catholic Church. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of The Greenwood Catholic Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Greenwood IN 46143.

Kenneth L. Jochem, 79, of Jasper, passed away at 6:33 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper.

Kenneth was born in St. Henry, Indiana, on March 22, 1938, to Peter Sr. and Rosie (Hohl) Jochem. He married Josephine Bauer on April 24, 1965, in St. Henry Catholic Church in St. Henry.

He was a graduate of Holland High School. He retired from Indiana Furniture Industries where he had worked for over 50 years. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper. Kenneth enjoyed traveling with his wife and following Jasper High School sports. He was an avid IU basketball fan.

He is survived by his wife Josephine Jochem of Jasper; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death are one sister, Alma Lannan, and two brothers, Peter Jr. and Norbert Jochem.

A Mass of Christian burial for Kenneth L. Jochem will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, with entombment to follow in the Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at the church on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Northwood Retirement Community or to a favorite charity.

Barbara “Susie” Baxter, 89, of Jasper, passed away at 1:35 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper.

Barbara was born in Loogootee, Indiana, on September 28, 1928, to Lawrence and Eathel (Workman) Buhr. She married Carl Klingle on June 30, 1949. He preceded her in death on September 13, 1982. She then married Ernest “Gene” Baxter on November 28, 1983. He preceded her in death on May 24, 2017.

She was a graduate of Loogootee High School. Barbara was a farmer most of her life and was also a beautician for many years. She enjoyed crocheting and loved dogs and spending time with her family.

She is survived by three daughters, Wanda Uebelhor and her husband Rick of Jasper, Diana Klingle-Wilson and her husband Ken of Pittsboro, Ind. and Kim Doty and her husband John of French Lick; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death besides her husband one daughter, Karla Klingle; one son, Daniel Klingle; one brother, Wilford “Bud” Buhr.

A Memorial Mass for Barbara Baxter will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at St. Martin Catholic Church in Whitfield, Indiana.

A visitation for Barbara Baxter will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at the church on Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Northwood Retirement Community or to a favorite charity.

Melba Marie Werremeyer, 88, of Huntingburg, passed away at 5:52 a.m., on Saturday, March 3, 2018, in the emergency room of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

She was born September 24, 1929, in Holland, Indiana to Edmund and Edna (Werremeyer) Roesner. She married Maurice E. “Pete” Werremeyer on August 20, 1950, at St. James Lutheran Church in Holland.

Melba worked at General Electric in the 1950-60’s and then worked as a teacher’s assistant and secretary at Maple Park Elementary School in Huntingburg. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Holland where she was church organist for 60-plus years. Melba enjoyed flower gardening, especially roses and daylilies, and cooking.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Maurice “Pete” Werremeyer, who passed away November 12, 2017; and her brother, Ray Roesner, who passed away February 7, 2018.

She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jack R. (Barbara) Werremeyer of Dale; one daughter and son-in-law, Joni M. (Jay) Zarnoth of Dale; one sister, June Seufert of Holland; by (6) grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild.

Funeral services for Melba Werremeyer will be held at 10:00 a.m. EST on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at St. James Lutheran Church in Holland with burial to follow at St. James Lutheran Cemetery.  Reverend David Darling and Reverend Ed Wicks will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, March 6th.  Memorial contributions can be made to the St. James Lutheran Cemetery Endowment Fund.

Jay Elbert Houchin, 64, of Huntingburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.

He is survived by his wife, Carrie (Merrell) Houchin of Huntingburg; two daughters and one son-in-law, Margaret (Brad) Coomer of Jasper and Lucy Houchin of Birmingham, England; his mother, Anetta Houchin of Jasper; one sister, Randalyn Clabaugh of Jasper; and one granddaughter, Georgia Coomer. Jay was preceded in death by his father, Elbert Frank Houchin.

The son of Elbert and Anetta (Rice) Houchin, Jay was born May 13, 1953, in Evansville, Indiana. He married Carrie Merrell in 1976 in Noblesville, Indiana. He was Vice President of Live Production at Farbest Foods and a respected leader in the turkey industry. He served on several local, state, and national industry councils. Above all, he was a devoted husband, a loving father, a wonderful grandfather, and a true friend.

With his family and friends, Jay enjoyed life fully – through good food and music, by visiting new places and being outdoors. He took care of those around him and was a friend you could always call on. He was a husband, a father, a friend, and a man that many admired.

Memorial services for Jay E. Houchin will be held at 11:00 a.m., E.S.T., on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at Salem United Church of Christ in Huntingburg.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2018 and also at the church from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday prior to the memorial service.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Huntingburg Market Street Park Endowment c/o Dubois County Community Foundation, the Amelia Endowment c/o Dubois County Community Foundation, or to a favorite charity.

Albert Hagedorn, 70, of Dale, passed away Wednesday, February 28, at home.

Albert was born March 16, 1947, to Leo and Eulalia (Fischer) Hagedorn.

Albert was a retired teacher of North Spencer School Corporation after 33 years of service and a self-employed farmer. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. He was also a member of the American Gelbvich and Angus Associations.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, loved attending his grandkids activities and enjoyed watching country music shows at Corydon.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Donna (Schum) Hagedorn; three sons, Phil (JoAnn), Jason (Martha) and Aaron (Sheila); seven grandkids, Cody, Dylan, Madison, Jacob and Kendra Hagedorn, Lacey (Casey) VanWinkle and Jayme Lindauer; five siblings, Margie (Gilbert) Kleaving, Diane (Steve) Goffinet, Larry Hagedorn, Betty (Rick) Rosbottom and Mark (Darla) Hagedorn.

Albert was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be Monday, March 5, 2018, from 2 to 7 p.m. CST at St. Francis of Assisi Parish-St. Joseph Church in Dale.

A Mass of Christian burial is planned for Tuesday, March 6, at 10 a.m. CST at the St. Joseph Church.

Glenda Sue Dupont, age 64, of Chrisney, passed away at 3:30 a.m., on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at Willowdale Village in Dale.

She was born January 9, 1954, in Tell City, Indiana to James Wilson and Goldie (Hall) Dupont. Glenda worked at Lincoln Industries in Boonville; and enjoyed flower gardening and nature walks. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Pamela Sue Beard, who passed away on November 27, 1988; and one sister, Addie Sturgeon.

Glenda is survived by her son,… Joey Beard of Jasper; one sister, Linda Lou Crawley of Chrisney; two brothers, Ira Gerald Enlow of Doolittle Mills and Otis “Buster” Enlow of Doolittle Mills; and one grandchild, Jamison Beard.

Funeral services for Glenda Sue Dupont will be held at 2:00 p.m., E.S.T., on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Doolittle Mills Cemetery in Doolittle Mills, Indiana. Reverend Albert Madden will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., E.S.T., on Thursday, the day of the funeral.

MaryAlice Parks passed away at the Northwood Good Samaritan Retirement Center on Monday, March 19, 2018. She was 73 years old. Mary Alice was the daughter of Lt. Col. Gordon T. and Eva F. Parks and the granddaughter of Rev. Christopher W. and Alice Dillin Parks all of Huntingburg. She is survived by a niece and three great nieces. She is a descendant of the original pioneers in Dubois and Orange Counties. Mary Alice was a third generation graduate of Huntingburg High School. She was born… in Augusta, Georgia on November 3, 1944.

Mary Alice graduated with a B.A. from Indiana University and an M.A. from the University of Cincinnati. She worked in Technical Sales at Cincinnati Sub-Zero specializing in temperature controlled equipment and as an Application Engineer at Waterbury Farrel-Textron in Cheshire, Ct specializing in cold heaters, transfer presses and optical comparators; and Bendix Automation and Measurement in Dayton, Ohio specializing in computerized measurement. At one time she was also Marketing Director and the Center Director of SIRS.

Her interests were history, gardening, furniture refinishing, mah jong and Shiloh Cemetery. Mary Alice was the moving force in starting the Shiloh Pet Cemetery in 2000. She was a Master Gardener and a member of the DAR.

Funeral services for Mary Alice Parks will be held at 1:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at the 1849 Shiloh Meeting House on Shiloh Road near Ireland. Graveside rites will be conducted at Shiloh Cemetery following the service. Rev. Dan Sinkhorn will officiate the services.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted with the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg. Memorials may be made to Shiloh Cemetery or the American Cancer Society’s Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Division.

Doris June Wibbeler, age 87, of Huntingburg, formerly of Holland, passed away at 12:40 p.m., on Monday, March 19, 2018, at The Waters of Huntingburg.

She was born July 25, 1930 in Oakland City, Indiana to Harry and Sarah (Bowman) Holderbaugh. Doris graduated from Oakland City High School in 1948; and married Wallace Wibbeler on July 3, 1949, at the Holland Methodist parsonage. She was employed as a lab technician at Holland Dairy for 27 ½ years; was a member of the Holland United Methodist… Church and Holland United Methodist Women; and enjoyed following the church’s softball team, playing bridge, canning produce from the garden, and spending time with all her grandchildren. Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wallace Wibbeler, who passed away June 18, 2013; two brothers, Paul and Cleon Holderbaugh; and one sister, Lucille Arnold.

She is survived by three daughters and three sons-in-law, Debra (Alan) Carmack of Evansville, Jennifer (Alan) Kern of Huntingburg and Beth (Earl) Carter of Huntingburg; one son and daughter-in-law, Jon (Betty) Wibbeler of Holland; by (9) grandchildren, (2) step grandchildren, (20) great grandchildren and (6) step great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Doris Wibbeler will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, March 22, 2018, at the Holland United Methodist Church in Holland with burial to follow at the Holland United Methodist Cemetery. Pastor Keith Chanley will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 21st; and also at the church one hour prior to the funeral on Thursday. Memorial contributions can be made to The Waters of Huntingburg Activity Room Fund or to the charity of your choice.

Nancy Marie Kendall Schaeffer, known to friends and family as Marie, passed away Sunday morning, March 18, 2018, at The Waters of Huntingburg in Huntingburg, Indiana, and was born on April 19, 1920 in Huffman Mills, Perry County – the seventh of Rev. John and Melissa Kendall’s 11 children.

A mother of two, a grandmother of five, a great grandmother of 13, a great-great grandmother of six, and a loving wife to Herman Schaeffer (1915 – 1970), Marie leaves a legacy of love, joy, and goodwill.

Marie passed away at 4:32 a.m., on Sunday, March 18, 2018, at The Waters of Huntingburg.

She was actively involved in the American Legion, VFW, Eagles, and the Catholic Church, but was best known for her cooking and baking for numerous functions, especially for her pies and fried chicken. Always a dedicated worker, her employment throughout the years included the now-famous Uhl Pottery, Whirlpool defense plant during World War II, General Electric, Songer’s Family Restaurant, the Co-Op, and the City of Huntingburg.

Marie married Herman Schaeffer – a decorated soldier who marched through North Africa, Italy, and France through two and one half uninterrupted years during World War II – in 1945 and remained married until Herman’s death in 1970.

During Marie’s nearly 98 years of life, she was well known for her jovial personality and her liking of everyone. Full of life and beaming with personality, Marie stands as an icon in the community of Huntingburg.

Marie is survived by one sister, Lois Patton of Huntingburg, her two sons – Robert Kendall of San Antonio and Russell Schaeffer of Huntingburg – and five generations of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. From your wealth of friends and family, you will be missed.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass and Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 5:00-8:00 p.m., on Monday, March 19th; and also from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 20th. A memorial service conducted by the Jasper Moose Lodge #1175 along with a parish rosary prayer vigil will both be held starting at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, with the Moose Lodge service beginning first. A V.F.W. Post #2366 Auxiliary memorial service will follow later in the evening at 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, March 21st, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Carl Ray Newton, 80, of Huntingburg, went to be with the Lord early Wednesday morning, on March 14, 2018, in the emergency room of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

He was born January 14, 1938, in Birdseye, Indiana to Oscar and Mildred (Roland) Newton; and married Shirley Wilkey on December 4, 1970. Ray was an Army veteran, a 34 year employee of Styline Industries, and long-time member of the First Pentecostal Church of Birdseye.

Ray is survived by his wife,… Shirley Newton of Huntingburg; son, David Ray Newton of Evansville; siblings, Janet Thurston of French Lick and George Newton of Texas; and by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery in Huntingburg. Pastor Bret Eckert will officiate; and the V.F.W. Post #2366 Memorial Detail will conduct military graveside rites.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Saturday, the day of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to assist with burial expenses.

Virginia “Ginny” Schroeder, age 81, of Huntingburg, passed away at 8:58 a.m., on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at the Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper.

She was born August 18, 1936, in Huntingburg, Indiana to John J. and Theckla (Geesken) Junge; and married Gerald “Jerry” Schroeder on June 13, 1959, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. Ginny retired from St. Joseph’s Hospital where she worked in the medical records department. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church,… St. Mary’s Ladies Sodality, V.F.W. Post #2366 Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Eagles, American Legion Post #147 Auxiliary, Jasper Moose Lodge #1175, and the German Club of Jasper. Ginny enjoyed trips to the casino, bowling, and playing cards with friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald “Jerry” Schroeder, who died March 23, 1993; and two sisters, Betty Sollman and Mary Lee Smith.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sonda (Randy) Simpson of Huntingburg; one son and daughter-in-law, John (Sara) Schroeder of Huntingburg; by (7) grandchildren and (3) great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Virginia “Ginny” Schroeder will be held at 10:00 a.m., E.S.T., on Friday, March 16, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Ryan Hilderbrand.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Thursday, March 15th. A V.F.W. Post #2366 Auxiliary memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, followed by a parish rosary prayer vigil. Memorial contributions can be sent to St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Barbara Zink, 82, of Mansfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at her home. She was born on June 17, 1935 in Richland City, Indiana. Barbara was the daughter of Lester and Ona Mae (Jones) Hagan.

Barbara lived most of her life in Huntingburg, Indiana , and she graduated from Rockport High School in Rockport, Indiana. This was a huge accomplishment and one she was very proud of as she was the first in her family to graduate. A few words that could describe… Barbara are caring, patient, loving and faithful. She was a doting grandmother who adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a marvelous cook and made the best chimichangas and peanut brittle. In her spare time, she enjoyed the game of triominoes and crochet, enjoyed reading about the Royal family and current events. She enjoyed sports and was an Indianapolis Colts, St. Louis Cardinals, and Indiana Pacers fan. She was a faithful member and supported both the Christian Life Church in Mansfield and Calvary Temple Pentecostal in Huntingburg.

She is survived by her son, David (Tammy) Zink of Mansfield; grandchildren, Ann Powell, Bronson (Barbara) Eckert, Stephanie (Brian) Robnett, Kyle (Alissa) Zink, John Messer, Alaina (Marvin) Smith, and Kimberly (Josh) Anderson; great-grandchildren, Eirka, Brice, Melanie, Macey, Paris, Katie, Nick, Dillon, Ava, Breanna, Ryan, Ethan, Claire, Evan, Alexa, Harley, Lily, Jesse, Gage, and Emma; sister, Loretta Underhill of Rockport, Indiana; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 58 years, Franklin "Frankie" Zink; daughter, Debra Eckert; and a brother, Lester Donald Hagan.

Friends may call for visitation from 4:00-8:00 pm on Friday, March 16, 2018 at the Nass and Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the Nass and Son Funeral Home with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery in Huntingburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 2500 N. Reynolds Road Toledo, OH 43615.

Michael A. Carota, 72, of Huntingburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at Memorial Hospital emergency room, Jasper.

He was born on August 8, 1945, in Monterey, California to Mario and Estelle (Field) Carota as one of eighteen siblings; and married Wanda Hatton on December 31, 1999 in Wheatland, Indiana. He was a Viet Nam veteran and worked as a lineman and heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Northside Christian Church, American Legion, VFW and Jasper Moose Lodge.… He was preceded in death by his son, James “Jamie” Reed.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda J. Carota; two daughters, Connie (Neil) Ball of Dubois,
Lisa Elshoff of Huntingburg; daughter-in-law, Joleen Reed of Columbus, Kansas; 13 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg. Burial with military graveside rites will follow at Fairmount Cemetery in Huntingburg. Minister Ronald Frazier will officiate at the service. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the V.F.W. Post #2366 Memorial Detail.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 4:00-8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 13th. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital.

Margaret Mae Springston, 87, of Selvin, Indiana passed away April 13, 2018, at her home. She was born July 11, 1930, in Wheatcroft, Kentucky to the late Sybil and Homer Holland.

Margaret was a member of Selvin United Methodist Church. She was very active in her church and community. Margaret always looked forward to spending time with her family and was a person concerned about her neighbors and willing to help them in any way possible.

Margaret was preceded in death by her… beloved husband, Grenade Springston; her son, Keith Springston; three sisters; and two brothers.

Margaret is remembered with love by her daughter, Brenda Beard (Steve) and two sons, Steve Springston and Duane Springston (Sheila), all of Selvin; daughter-in-law, Phyllis Springston Kirk of Newburgh; eight grandchildren, Brett Beard (Holly), Brian Beard (Lynne), Jason Springston (Malinda), Tamara Fowler (Rich), Stephanie DuPont (Jason), Amber Duncan, Keith Springston, and Samantha Springston; twelve great grandchildren, Brandon Beard, Bryce Beard, Rich Fowler, Allison Beard, Shelby Beard, Aaron Beard, Katherine Springston, Dustin DuPont, Christopher Springston, Drew DuPont, Dillon DuPont, and Cierra Duncan; one great-great granddaughter, Lennox Beard; three sisters, Betty Moore, Phyllis Bee, and Cindy Phelps; and one brother, Jerry Holland.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., E.D.T. (10:00 a.m., C.D.T.), at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Selvin Cemetery in Selvin, Indiana. Pastor Karen Sureck will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 3:00-8:00 p.m., E.D.T. (2:00-7:00 p.m., C.D.T.), Tuesday, April 17th; and also one hour prior to the funeral on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Selvin United Methodist Church, Pigeon Township Memorial Community Center, or Pigeon Township Volunteer Fire Department.

Helen Elizabeth Rademacher, age 102, of Holland, passed away at 8:30 p.m., on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Willowdale Village Nursing Home in Dale.

She was born March 24, 1916, near Bretzville, Indiana to Anthony and Gertrude (Bretz) Schwartz; and married Andrew Rademacher on September 7, 1940, at St. John’s Evangelical & Reformed Church in Bretzville.

She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Holland where she was a long-time Youth Choir Mother and a member of the… Women of the Church. Helen also enjoyed working outdoors with her flowers and mowing grass. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Andrew Rademacher, who passed away on January 4, 1983; one sister, Mildred Welp; and seven brothers, Arthur, Edgar, Alvin, Carl, Gilbert, Elmer and Alfred Schwartz.

She is survived by two daughters, Roseann (Ron) Scott and Janet (Parvin) Smith, both of Dale, Ind.; three sons, Eugene (Mary Jane) Rademacher of Holland, Ind., Terry (Debbi) Rademacher of Memphis, Ind., and Joe (Anita) Rademacher of Montgomery, Ind.; two sisters, Flora (Bob) Phillipy of Jasper, Ind. and Ardella Meyer of Mayfield, Kentucky; by (11) grandchildren, (16) great grandchildren and (7) great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Helen Rademacher will be held at 2:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Monday, April 16, 2018, at St. James Lutheran Church in Holland with burial to follow at St. James Lutheran Cemetery. Reverend David Darling will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Sunday, April 15th; and also at St. James Lutheran Church in Holland one hour prior to the funeral on Monday. Memorial contributions can be made to St. James Lutheran Church or St. John’s U.C.C. Cemetery Fund.

John Henry Warthan, age 55, of Huntingburg, formerly of Crawford County, passed away at 3:27 p.m., on Monday, April 9, 2018, at Garden Villa in Bedford, Indiana.

He was born August 4, 1962, in Huntingburg, Indiana to Claudia Warthan and Tom Leonard. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and one sister, Tina Leonard.

John Henry is survived by two sisters, Claudette Warthan of Taswell and Kelly Leonard of Terre Haute; three brothers, Sammy Warthan of Taswell, Michael… Leonard of Terre Haute and Tom Leonard of Terre Haute; and his caregiver and nephew, Donald Kunkler of Indianapolis.

Funeral services for John Henry Warthan will be held at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery in Huntingburg. Minister Craig Taylor will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, on Thursday, the day of the funeral.

Orville Gene Lemond, age 60, of Huntingburg, passed away on Friday, April 6, 2018, at his residence.

He was born August 2, 1957, in Huntingburg, Indiana to Peter and Cordelia (Uppencamp) Lemond. Orville was a long-time employee of the Huntingburg Vault Company. He was preceded in death by his father, Peter Lemond.

Orville is survived by five children, Jennifer Hopper of Dale, April Gramelspacher, Rose Miller, Cory Lemond and Summer Lemond all of Jasper; his mother and step-father,… Cordelia (Jim) Lemond of Huntingburg; two brothers, David Lemond and Pete Lemond Jr. both of Huntingburg; and by five grandchildren.

A celebration of life reception for Orville Lemond will be held from 1:00-5:00 p.m., on Sunday, April 15, 2018, at the Duff Conservation Club near Duff, Indiana. Interment will follow at Mayo Cemetery at a later date. Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Steven Michael Andrews, 49, of Huntingburg, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2018, at his residence.

He was born October 15, 1968, in Huntingburg to Charles and Patricia (Bieker) Andrews. Steve worked for the Huntingburg Machine Works and was an Army veteran. He enjoyed motorcycles and NASCAR racing. Steve was preceded in death by his father; step-father, Ronald Ahrens; two siblings, Carla Andrews and Ryan Ahrens; and grandparents, Oscar & Viola Bieker and Edward & Eleanora Fischer.

He… is survived by his son, Derek Andrews of Huntingburg; his mother, Patricia Ahrens of St. Anthony; two siblings, Jim Andrews of St. Anthony and Jennifer Reinhart of Jasper; and one step-sibling, Rhonda Groeninger of Jasper.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Enlow City Cemetery in Jasper. Minister Ryan Stiles will officiate the service and military graveside rites will be conducted by the V.F.W. Post #2366 Memorial Detail.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 9:00-11:00 a.m., Tuesday, the day of the service. Memorials can be made to family wishes.

Lucille F. Gehlhausen, age 93, of Ferdinand, passed away at 10:43 p.m., on Saturday, March 31, 2018, at her home.

She was born October 4, 1924, in Ferdinand, Indiana to Frank and Louise (Oser) Stetter; and married Merrill L. Gehlhausen on May 16, 1945, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. Lucille was employed at Best Chairs as a seamstress. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and St. Mary’s Ladies Sodality; and enjoyed needlepoint and embroidery. She was preceded… in death by her parents; and one brother, Edgar Stetter.

Lucille is survived by her husband, Merrill L. Gehlhausen of Ferdinand; three sons and three daughters-in-law, Fred (Cindy) Gehlhausen of Huntingburg, Stan (Cindy) Gehlhausen of Dale and Mike (Linda) Gehlhausen of St. Henry; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Suzi (Harris) Jones of Beaufort, South Carolina and Kathie (Bob) Oser of Holland; one sister, Betty Bender of Huntingburg; by (10) grandchildren and (8) great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Lucille F. Gehlhausen will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Ryan Hilderbrand.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 3:00-8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 3rd. A parish vigil service, led by Deacon Tom Holsworth, will be held at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to Heart to Heart Hospice.

John Wayne Blemker, age 70, of Huntingburg, passed away at 6:13 a.m., on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at his home.

He was born May 18, 1947, in Huntingburg, Indiana to Edgar and Mildred K. (Schmett) Blemker; and married Leanna Thompson on August 21, 1971, at the Huntingburg United Methodist Church. John was a retired industrial arts teacher having taught at Southridge, Northeast Dubois and Forest Park High Schools; a softball coach; and assistant football coach. He was a member of the… Huntingburg United Methodist Church, the Marine Family Support Group of Dubois County, the Tri-State Marine Family Support Group of Evansville, and was a local Toys for Tots program volunteer. John enjoyed farming; hunting and fishing; and was known for his candy making. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Jerald Blemker.

John is survived by his wife, Leanna Blemker of Huntingburg; one son, Jason Blemker of Andover, Minnesota; one brother, Jim (Millie) Blemker of Holland; and his grandson, Jace Blemker. He also leaves behind a large group of students and athletes, particularly from the girls’ softball team, who considered him a friend, mentor and father figure.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Saturday, April 7, 2018. A memorial service will be held privately for the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Huntingburg United Methodist Church Memorial Fund for youth and outreach.

Don F. Blesch, age 81, a life-long resident of Holland, passed away at 1:15 p.m., on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper.

He was born January 22, 1937, in Evansville, Indiana to Ora W. and Mildred W. (Brinkmeyer) Blesch. Don was united in marriage to Clara Mae Evrard on July 18, 1954, in Holland. He was the owner/operator of Blesch Sales & Service and the Dutch Mart in Holland; and was a member of the Holland United Methodist Church. Don was preceded… in death by his parents; one brother, Derris Blesch; and one sister, Janice Plassmeier.

He is survived by his wife, Clara Mae Blesch of Holland; one daughter and son-in-law, Cathy (Tom) Meyer of Huntingburg; two sons and two daughters-in-law, Scot (Karen) Blesch of Huntingburg and Lee (Becky) Blesch of Holland; by five grandchildren and six great grandchildren with one on the way.

Funeral services for Don F. Blesch will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, March 30, 2018, at the Holland United Methodist Church in Holland with burial to follow at the Holland United Methodist Cemetery. Pastor Keith Chanley will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Thursday, March 29th; and also at the church from 1:00-2:00 p.m., on Friday.

Gene Peterson, age 86, of Birdseye, died on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Gene was born in Crawford County, Indiana on September 30, 1931 to Fred and Pearl Peterson. He married Neva Madden on August 29, 1952, in Franklin, Indiana. She preceded him in death on August 25, 2017.

Gene was a retired custodian from the Southeast Dubois County School Corporation, a former truck driver, and served as a cook in the U.S. Army. Gene’s greatest joy was his grandchildren,… to whom he was affectionately known as Papaw.

Gene is survived by three daughters, Donna (Joe) Hoffman of Birdseye, Lisa (Jerry) Allstott of Birdseye, and Diane (Dave Mundy) Wendholt of Jasper; two sons, Freddie Peterson of Birdseye and Gary Paris of Franklin; eight grandchildren, Michelle Burgett, Rachelle Morrow, Stephanie Holloway, Amber Striegel, Laura Rohl, Kayla Allstott, Jacob Hoffman and Graham Roberts; and seven great-grandchildren, Stevie Burgett, Nicholas Morrow, Sylvia and Annabel Holloway, and Madelynn, Jesse and Brock Rohl.

Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Neva; his parents; a brother, Jerome Peterson; and a sister, Olive Partenheimer.

Funeral services for Gene Peterson will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Monday, April 2, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at the Birdseye Cemetery in Birdseye, Indiana. The Reverend Kim Allen will officiate at the service. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the V.F.W. Post #2366 Memorial Detail.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., on Monday, the day of the funeral.

Donna Marie Carter, age 64, of Jasper, passed away at 11:30 p.m., on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at Springs Valley Meadows in French Lick, Indiana.

She was born February 9, 1954 in Huntingburg, Indiana to Howard Lee and Margaret Jean (Lee) Carter. Donna worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant; and enjoyed crocheting, knitting and reading. She was preceded in death by her mother; and one brother, David Carter.

Donna is survived by her daughter, Megan Carter of French Lick; her father,… Howard Carter of Washington; two siblings, Debbie Meyerholtz of Stendal and Danny Carter of Petersburg; four grandchildren, Rebecca, Patrick, Kimberly and Christian Gentry all of French Lick; and great granddaughter, Teaghan Coffey.

Graveside services for Donna Marie Carter will be held at 11:00 a.m., E.D.T., on Saturday, March 31, 2018, at Cup Creek Cemetery near Velpen. Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg has been entrusted with the burial arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the funeral home to assist with burial expenses.

Irene A. Kaiser, age 83, of Huntingburg, Indiana passed away at 4:15 p.m., on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at her home.

She was born February 9, 1935, in Evansville, Indiana to Joseph Rumage, Sr. and Catherine (Kaelin) Rumage; and married Paul C. Kaiser on July 16, 1955, in Evansville. Irene worked at Gossards, D.M.I., Chesterfield and retired from Jofco. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg, St. Mary’s Choir, St. Mary’s Quilting Group, and Dubois County Right to… Life. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul C. Kaiser, who passed away January 18, 2000; and two brothers, Jim Rumage and Joseph “Bud” Rumage.

Irene is survived by six daughters and five sons-in-law, Patricia (Jim) Bogard of Terre Haute, Rebecca (Scott) Smith of Boonville, Paula Houchins of Huntingburg, Sharon (William) Weisman of Dale, Dorothy (Kevin) Kreilein of Huntingburg, and Caroline (Josh) Kaiser Brant of Chandler, Arizona; one brother, John Rumage of Madison; seven sisters, Mary Rose Burton of Evansville, Dorothy Beaven of Fenton, Missouri, Jenny Grose of Evansville, Jerri Kempf of Evansville, Barbara Heneisen of Eureka, Missouri, Paulette Anderson of Cadiz, Kentucky and Dodie Alber of Apalachicola, Florida; by (12) grandchildren and (12) great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Irene Kaiser will be held at 10:00 a.m., E.D.T., on Monday, May 7, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Ryan Hilderbrand.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Sunday, May 6th. A parish rosary prayer vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m., E.D.T., Sunday, at the funeral home.

Mary Ann Alvey, age 65, of Huntingburg, formerly of Velpen, passed away at 8:16 a.m., on Friday, April 27, 2018, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

She was born January 9, 1953, in Perry County, Indiana to Earl and Theresa (Kupper) Kline; and married Jerry Ray Alvey in 1977 at Rockport. Mary worked as a housekeeper and dietary aide at Providence Home in Jasper; was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg; and enjoyed angels, yard sales, and country… music. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Jerry Ray Alvey, who died January 29, 2013.

She is survived by two sisters, Betty (Roger) Phillips of Huntingburg and Marlene King of Stendal; and three brothers, Richard (Ann) Kline of Stendal, Kenneth (Jennifer) Kline of Jasper and Gabriel (Carrie) Kline of Dubois.

Funeral services for Mary Ann Alvey will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Ryan Hilderbrand.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-8:00 p.m., on Monday, April 30th. A parish vigil prayer service, led by Deacon Tom Holsworth, will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home

Katherine Hurst, age 56, of Huntingburg, Indiana passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at her home.

She was born May 24, 1961, in Huntingburg, to John and Emma (Watts) Volz. She was united in married to Bill Hurst, and enjoyed spending time with her family, particularly her grandchildren. Katherine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bill Hurst; and one brother, John Volz.

Katherine is survived by two sons, Shawn (fiancé, Brittany) Davis of Huntingburg and… William “Wyatt” (Selena) Hurst of Fort Drum, New York; four brothers, James (Martha) Volz of Velpen, Chester Volz of Huntingburg, Steven Volz of Jasper and Jacob Volz of Huntingburg; three sisters, Karen (Tom) Brown, Jean Rhodes and Joan Noble all of Huntingburg; and three grandchildren.

A memorial service for Katherine Hurst will be held at 2:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with interment to follow at Mayo Cemetery near Duff.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 12:00-2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, the day of the service.

Harold Douglas “Doug” LaRue, age 38, of Holland, Indiana passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

He was born February 13, 1980, in Wheeling, West Virginia to Harold E. and Audrey (Martin) LaRue. Doug worked as a machine operator at Indiana Furniture in Jasper; and was known to his friends as a fun loving guy.

Doug is survived by his parents, Harold E. and Audrey LaRue of Holland, Ind.; one sister, Darlene Rehnea Jacobson… of Holland, Ind.; and by one niece and one nephew, Katelen Jacobson and Zachary Jacobson.

A memorial service for Harold Douglas LaRue will be held at 2:00 p.m., E.D.T., on May 19, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with Jason Denton officiating. Interment will take place in West Virginia at a later date.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., on May 19th, the day of the memorial service.

Michael E. Allen, age 65, of Velpen, Indiana passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville.

He was born December 22, 1952, in Washington, Indiana to Cecil and Vacil Oneeda (Sullivan) Allen. Michael was a railroad worker for A.W.&W. Railways where he retired in 2010. He enjoyed antiques and guns; and was a member of the Petersburgh V.F.W., Winslow American Legion, and Winslow Fraternal Order of Eagles. Michael served in the Army National… Guard for six years. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Michael is survived by two brothers, Ronald (Rita) Allen of Loogootee and Charles R. Allen of Petersburg; one sister, Beverly (Charles) Russell of Petersburg; two nephews, Jim (Wanda) Goodpasture and Mark Goodpasture both of Petersburg; and a great nephew and great niece, Lucas Goodpasture and Cheyanne Goodpasture both of Petersburg.

Memorial services for Michael E. Allen will be held at 6:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with Rev. Terry Beadles officiating. Burial will take place at a later date.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00-6:00 p.m., on Thursday, the day of the service

Melba C. Montgomery, age 68, of Huntingburg, passed away at 10:00 p.m., on Friday, April 20, 2018, at The Waters of Huntingburg.

She was born September 29, 1949, in Duff, Indiana to Orville “Jum” and Catherine E. (Nolan) Lemond. She worked as a nursing center dietary aide in Jasper and was a member of Redemption Christian Church in Jasper. Melba enjoyed bowling in the Thursday Night Women’s Bowling League and playing bingo and cards at the Huntingburg Senior Center. She was preceded… in death by her parents, Orville Lemond and Catherine Lemond Miller; five brothers, William, Joseph, Peter N., Edward T., and Robert E. Lee Lemond; and great granddaughter, Jocelyn Demitt.

Melba is survived by five children, Gary (Anita) Montgomery Jr. of Hudson, Florida, Cheryl (Keith) Cross of Owensboro, Kentucky, Christina (Jeff) West of Ithaca, New York, Amanda (Charles) Taylor of Loogootee, and Christopher Wilz of Otwell; eight siblings, James L. (Cordelia Uppencamp) Lemond of Huntingburg, Oscar S. Lemond of Newburgh, Albert E. Lemond of Mount Carmel, Illinois, Erwin C. Lemond of Birdseye, Margaret E. Brown of Huntingburg, Esther M. Peach of Mount Carmel, Illinois, Mary A. (Wilfred) Bohnert of Huntingburg, and Henrietta B. (James) Toby of Huntingburg; by (20) grandchildren and (20) great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Melba Montgomery will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at Redemption Christian Church in Jasper with burial to follow at Mayo Cemetery in Duff. Minister Ryan Stiles will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Redemption Christian Church from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, the day of the funeral. Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements

Robert “Bob” Brang, age 60, of St. Croix, Indiana passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, Kentucky.

He was born December 6, 1957, in Huntingburg, Indiana to Delmar and Geneva (Hanebutt) Brang. He married Shirley Sullivan on January 5, 1985, at Salem United Church of Christ in Huntingburg. Bob was a member of Salem United Church of Christ. He was a sawmill loader operator. He was preceded in death by his father, Delmar on March 12,… 2002.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Brang; one son, Derrick Brang of St. Croix; his mother, Geneva Brang of Schnellville; three brothers, Gary Brang of Schnellville, Donnie (Rose) Brang of Huntingburg, Steve Brang of Schnellville; one sister, Karen Patton of Jasper.

Private visitation and funeral services will be held Monday, April 23, 2018, at the Nass and Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Pastor Albert Madden will officiate at the service.

Josephine Chea Hagemeyer, age 13, of Stendal, passed away at 11:44 p.m., on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana.

She was born April 29, 2004, in New Kru Town, Liberia, West Africa. She is survived by her parents, Ryan J. and Rachel A. (Houchin) Hagemeyer of Stendal; seven siblings, Isaiah (23), Sarah (19), Matthew (17), Nilam (17), Anya (16), Aiden (14), and Meghan Hagemeyer (10); her grandparents, Clifton Hagemeyer of Stendal, Roger &… Connie Junkin of Huntingburg, and Stephen & Debbie Houchin of Stendal; and by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Private memorialization will take place at a later date. Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Virginia H. “Jenny” Pfaff, age 92, of Huntingburg, Indiana passed away at 1:30 p.m., on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

She was born December 7, 1925, in Huntingburg, Indiana to James and Laura (Denk) Jenkins. She married Charles Pfaff on July 2, 1949, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. Jenny was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Ladies Sodality and the V.F.W. Post #2366 Auxiliary. She was a homemaker and… had worked at General Electric, Gossard’s and was a part-time school cafeteria worker. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Pfaff; one son, Mark Pfaff; and two brothers, Walter Jenkins and Raymond Jenkins.

She is survived by one son, Kerry (Sherry) Pfaff of Huntingburg; one daughter, Cheryl Pfaff of Huntingburg; and one sister, Linda Kinkade of Indianapolis.

Funeral services for Virginia “Jenny” Pfaff will be held Saturday, April 21, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., E.D.T., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg with burial to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Father Ryan Hilderbrand will officiate at the funeral Mass.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 3:00-7:00 p.m, E.D.T., Friday, April 20th. A parish rosary will be led by Deacon Tom Holsworth at 6:00 p.m. Friday, along with a V.F.W. Post #2366 Auxiliary memorial service at 6:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the Dubois County Humane Society.

Rosemary Runyon Kendall, age 64, of Jasper, formerly of Huntingburg, passed away on Monday morning, April 16, 2018, at her home.

She was born October 12, 1953, in Bloomington, Indiana to Louis and Gleeda Rose (Hillenburg) Runyon. Rosemary had worked at Sound Design in Santa Claus and Kimball International in Jasper. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Travis Wayne Kendall and Joshua DeWayne Kendall; two siblings, Ernest Hillenburg and Kathy Runyon; and one grandson,… Matthew Wayne Kendall.

She is survived by six siblings, Joyce Abbitt of Indianapolis, Roger Runyon of Martinsville, Margie Runyon Ostrander, Louis Runyon, Jr. and David Keith Runyon all of Bloomington, and Barbara Runyon of Bartow, Florida; by five grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services for Rosemary Runyon Kendall will be held at 2:00 p.m., E.D.T., on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg with interment to follow at Birdseye Cemetery in Birdseye, Indiana.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home from 12:00 noon-2:00 p.m., on Saturday, the day of the service.

Vernon H. Welp, age 80, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 12:23 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018 at home.

Vernon was born on September 3, 1937, to August and Irma (Miller) Welp. He married Judy Harritt August 3, 1963, in St. Simon's Catholic Church in Washington, Indiana.

Vernon was a 1955 graduate of Jasper High School.

He was an insurance agent for Prudential for 32 years.

He was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, the Jasper Outdoor Recreation, the Jasper K of C.

He enjoyed fishing, boating, travelling, and watching I.U. Basketball.

Surviving are his wife, Judy Welp, Jasper, IN, one daughter, Ann Clark, and fiancé, Kevin Horney, Jasper, IN, four sons, Mike Welp, Jasper, IN, John (Lynn) Welp, Jasper, IN, Rob (Qi), Welp, Rantoul, IL, and Jim Welp, Jasper, IN, 15 grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Vernon H. Welp will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Jasper, with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Jasper, IN.

A visitation will be held from 2:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made to Precious Blood Catholic Church, Kindred Hospice, or to a favorite charity.

Karla Wood, age 34 of Jasper, Indiana Passed away at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
She was born in Huntingburg, Indiana on January 24, 1984 to Harold and Elanie (Beyke) Betz. She married Robert Wood on September 14, 2006 in Jasper, Indiana.
Karla was a graduate of Northeast Dubois High School Class of 2002.
She had worked for Masterbrand Cabinets in Ferdinand, Indiana.
Karla was a member of St. Isadore Parish, St. Celestine Church.
She enjoyed her children, playing board games and going on walks.
Surviving,
Husband, Robert Wood
Two daughters, Serenity J. Wood and Tessa E. Wood and one son, Lance J. Wood; one step-son, Austin Wood.
Parents, Harold & Elaine Betz, Celestine, IN
Mother in Law, Barbara and Father in law Bob Wood, Jasper, IN
Four sisters,
Michelle (Tim) King, Birdseye, IN
Diana Betz, Celestine, IN
Lori O’Brian (Glen), Crystal, IN
Melissa (Cody) Lynch, Dubois, IN
Two brothers,
Nick Betz, Schnellville, IN and Joe Betz, Evansville, IN; one brother in law, Justin Wood, Jasper, In
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2018, in St. Isidore Parish, St. Celestine Parish with burial to follow at a later date.
Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper. Rosary will be held at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Robert Wood family children

Dolores M. Eckerle, age 88, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away at 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper, Indiana.

Dolores was born in Jasper, Indiana, on September 17, 1929, to Othmar and Catherine (Mehringer) Sermersheim. She married Karl W. Eckerle on June 6, 1950, in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jasper. He preceded her in death on November 4, 1994.

Dolores previously worked at Dairy Queen and K-Mart in Jasper, and was a volunteer at Northwood Good Samaritan in Jasper.

She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jasper, the Jasper D of I, St. Ann's Society, and the Oblates of St. Benedict.

She enjoyed quilting, sewing, crocheting, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Surviving are three daughters, Diana Eckerle, June (Bryan) Hochgesang, Angie (Brian) Pfaff, two sons, Steven Eckerle, Scott (Roxane) Eckerle, all of Jasper, IN,
Also surviving are daughter in law, Barbara Willhite, Loogootee, IN and son in law Reggie McConnell, Terre Haute, IN.
17 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and one brother, Hilbert "Hip" (Viola) Sermersheim, Jasper, IN.
Preceding her in death besides her husband are one daughter, Pamela McConnell, one son, Kelly Eckerle, one sister, Marcella Persohn, and one brother, Alvin Sermersheim.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Dolores M. Eckerle will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at the church on Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Catholic Church or to a favorite charity.

Robert A. Haase, age 71, of Celestine, Indiana, passed away at 07:54 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Memorial Hospital & Health Care Center in Jasper.

He was born at Celestine, Indiana on March 26, 1947 to Alois and Veronica (Sander) Haase. He married Judith Berg June 24, 1967 in St. Ferdinand Catholic Church.

Bob retired from Kimball International and had previously worked at the former Jasper Cabinet Company in Jasper, He also served in the Indiana National Guard.

He is a member of St. Isidore Parish- St. Celestine Campus. Celestine Community Club and former member of the Jasper Moose Club.
Bob enjoyed his grandchildren, hunting, fishing, gardening and traveling especially restoring antique tractors.

Surviving,
Wife Judy Haase
One daughter, Connie (Mike) Archer, Celestine, IN
Two sons
Brian (Melonie) Haase, Celestine, IN
Bradley (Stacy) Haase, Celestine, IN.
Eight grandchildren, Gabrielle, Stefanie, Megan Archer – Braeden and Gavin Haase and Elijah Cox – Samantha and Ashley Haase.
Two great grandchildren, Rylynn and Emery.
Three sisters, Shirley (Ronnie) Giesler, Ferdinand, IN, Carol (Richard) Sermersheim, Celestine and Mary (Donald) McCain, Jasper, IN
Two brothers, Gerald (Shirley) Haase, Celestine, IN and Steve (Karen) Haase, Celestine, IN

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2018, St. Isidore Parish – St. Celestine Campus with burial to follow in St. Celestine Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Friday at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper. Rosary will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral Home by St. Celestine Parish.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Celestine Fire Department.

Carl D. Hines, age 74 of Saint Croix, Indiana, passed away at 4:18 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Memorial Hospital and Healthcare Center in Jasper, IN.

Carl was born in Hartford, Kentucky on July 21, 1943 to Marvin and Gertrude (Dugan) Hines.

He formerly worked as a truck driver

He was a U.S. Army Veteran

He enjoyed visiting the casino, and was an avid Kentucky Wildcats fan.

Surviving are two daughters, Carla Wright, Newburgh, IN, Tonya Kirby (Zachary), Newburgh, IN, three grandchildren, William, Timothy, and Ellora Kirby, three sisters, Linda Wydick (Bobby), Indianapolis, IN, Darlene Filback, Rosine, KY, Imogene Johnson (Sam), Hartford, KY, one brother, Billy Hines, Kentucky, nephew Harold D. Filback, Rosine, KY

Preceding him in death was one son, Mark Hines, one sister, Rita Nabours, and one brother, Kenneth Hines.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on May 5, 2018 at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints at 8020 Covert Avenue, Evansville, IN, 47715.

Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family.

Arnold Lee Mehringer, 82, of Jasper, passed away at 6:50 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2018, at Cathedral Health in Jasper.

Arnold was born on March 13, 1936, in Jasper, Indiana to William and Ottilia (Stenftenagel) Mehringer. He married Betty Ann Smith on January 28, 1956, in St. Celestine Catholic Church.

Arnold retired as a lineman for Jasper Municipal Utilities Electric Department after 38 years of service. He also bartended part-time at the Chicken Place in Ireland for over 23 years. He was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church and Jasper Outdoor Recreation.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, picking pecans, cooking, and in his leisure time he also enjoyed quilting and coloring. He was also an avid Cincinnati Reds and IU Basketball fan.

Surviving are his wife, Betty Ann Mehringer of Jasper; three daughters, Sandy Mehringer Johnson of Ripley, W.V., Joyce Mehringer Siddons of Jasper, and Jill Mehringer Kress (Nick) of Jasper; three sons, Wayne Mehringer of Ripley, W.V., Stan Mehringer (Karen) of Dubois and Brett Mehringer (fiancé Stacy Werner) of Velpen; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Betty Ann Lechner (Thomas) of Jasper; one sister-in-law, Rosie Mehringer of Jasper.

Preceding him in death were two brothers, Linus and Orville Mehringer.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Arnold Lee Mehringer will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 2018, at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Jasper, with entombment to follow at Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2018 ,at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, Indiana. The Precious Blood Parish will pray the rosary at 1:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Precious Blood Catholic Church, Dubois County Humane Society, or to a favorite charity.

Teresa Sue Hensley, 50, of Petersburg, passed away at 2:00 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2018 at I.U. Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.

Teresa was born in Washington, Ind., on August 3, 1967, to Tommy and Linda (Mattingly) DeJarnett. She married Billy Joe “Butch” Hensley. He preceded her in death on February 21, 2012.

She worked for Leed Selling Tools in Ireland, Indiana, and formerly worked at Gibson County Hospital. She enjoyed gardening, spending time in outdoors, her dog “Mister”, her cat “Ryan Michael” and spending time with friends and family.

She is survived by one daughter, Journey Hensley of Huntingburg; two sons, Jake Powell (Mallory Gray)of Ireland and Cody Powell; her mother, Linda DeJarnett of Otwell; one grandchild, Karter Powell; one sister, Tabitha Ochs of Otwell; aunts and uncles.

Preceding her in death was one sister; Tonya Woolsey, and her father; Tommy DeJarnett.

Funeral services for Teresa Sue Hensley will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper, Indiana, with burial to follow at a later date.  Pastor Scott Fulcher will officiate.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until the 7:00 p.m. service time on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family.

George Engelbrecht, 79, of Boonville, formerly of Dale, died on March 25, at his home.

He retired from Alcoa, and was the current Chaplain of the Boonville American Legion Post 200.

He is survived by his wife Ruth Ann; a son Karl; a grandson, Dale; a brother, Charles; sister, Peggy Schaefer.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy Engelbrecht and brother, Leroy Engelbrecht.

A Funeral service is planned for Saturday, March 31, at 1 p.m. CST at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Evanston. Burial with military honors to follow in the church cemetery.

Fuller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

John Richard Clements, 84, of Loogootee, passed away at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2018, at Scenic Hills Care Center in Ferdinand.

He was born June 5, 1933, in Loogootee, Indiana to the late Chet and Doris (Doyle) Clements.

Richard was a United States Army Veteran and served overseas during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 120 and St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

He worked at Midwest Printing for several years as a lithographer. He was an avid Loogootee Lions and Indiana University basketball fan and enjoyed watching IndyCar racing.

Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth (Jones) Clements; parents, Chet and Doris (Doyle) Clements; son-in-law, Tony Burton.

He is survived by his children, John (Connie) Clements of Virginia Beach, Va. and Kathy Burton of Jasper; grandchildren, Jill (Kwame) James, Cassie Clements, Brian and Evan Howell, Brent (Brandy) Burton and Travis Burton; great-grandchildren, Amare, Jasmine and Brooklyn James.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Very Rev. J. Kenneth Walker at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2018, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Loogootee. Burial will follow in St. John Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 3, 2018, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

William Dauby, 68, of Ferdinand, passed away at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville on Thursday, March 22, 2018.

William was born June 18, 1949, in Bristow to Fredrick and Mabel (Gengelbach) Dauby. He married Mary Durcholz on September 12, 1987, in St. Ferdinand Church.

William was retired from General Electric after 37 years of service. William enjoyed Nascar. He was a member of Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand.

William is survived by his wife, Mary Dauby of Ferdinand; one son, Ross Dauby of State College, Pennsylvania; two daughters, Laurel Dauby of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Shaina Dauby of Ferdinand.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 3, at 10 a.m. in St. Ferdinand Church.

Visitation will be that morning at the church from 8 a.m. until time of services.

Martin J. “Marty” Olinger, 62, formerly of Ferdinand, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2018, in Barstow, California.

Marty was the son of the late Nestor and Lenora Olinger of Ferdinand.

He was a 1973 graduate of Ferdinand High School and the Hobart School of Welding Technology in Troy, Ohio. He enjoyed making crafts out of wood and metal as well as riding motorcycles.

Marty is survived by his four brothers, Michael (Barbara) of Springfield, Ill., Patrick (Karen) of Evansville, Eugene (Judy) of Mechanicsburg, Penn. and Thomas (Kathy) of Carmel; and 10 nieces and nephews.

Services for Marty Olinger will be celebrated at a later date.

Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand is in charge of arrangements.

Don F. Blesch, 81, a life-long resident of Holland, passed away at 1:15 p.m., on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper.

He was born January 22, 1937, in Evansville to Ora W. and Mildred W. (Brinkmeyer) Blesch. Don was united in marriage to Clara Mae Evrard on July 18, 1954, in Holland.

He was the owner/operator of Blesch Sales & Service and the Dutch Mart in Holland. He was a member of the Holland United Methodist Church.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Derris Blesch; and one sister, Janice Plassmeier.

He is survived by his wife, Clara Mae Blesch of Holland; one daughter and son-in-law, Cathy (Tom) Meyer of Huntingburg; two sons and two daughters-in-law, Scot (Karen) Blesch of Huntingburg and Lee (Becky) Blesch of Holland; by five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren with one on the way.

Funeral services for Don F. Blesch will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2018, at the Holland United Methodist Church in Holland with burial to follow at the Holland United Methodist Cemetery.  Pastor Keith Chanley will officiate at the service.

Friends may call for visitation at the Nass & Son Funeral Home in Huntingburg from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2018, and also at the church from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Friday.

Eric Doan 46, of Dale, died on March 23, 2018, at his home.

He was born Sept. 20, 1971, in Cincinnati, Oh., to Claude ‘Cid’ and Deborah (Kolb) Doan.

He is survived by his wife of 28 years Angie (Ball) Doan; two beautiful children, Sarah (17) and Michael (9), at home; his parents, brother Kyle Doan (Michelle); sister in law Penny Fortune (Scott); nieces, nephews and good friends of three decades.

Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. CST Friday, March 30, 2018, at the Doan family home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Spencer County Humane Society.

Teresa A. Moffatt, 56, of French Lick, entered into eternal rest on March 20, 2018, at Springs Valley Meadows, French Lick.

She was born on August 28, 1961, in Van Nuys, California, to William Warren and Carol (Stringer) Warren. Teresa married Steve Moffatt on May 14, 2001, and he survives.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Teresa was of the Christian faith. She was employed as a bartender and was one of the first plus plus-size models at the French Lick Hotel.

Teresa is survived by her husband, Steve Moffatt of French Lick; two sons, Daniel Lagenour of French Lick and Nathaniel Young of Lyles, Tenn.; three brothers, Charles Clevidence of Franklin, Tenn., Jonathan Clevidence of Mitchell and Kelly Warren of Vincennes; one sister, Dana Beatty of Jasper; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Cremation was chosen and a Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Brosmer-Kemple Funeral Service, French Lick.

David L. Buechlein, 78, of Jasper, passed away at 4:37 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville.

David was born in Jasper on October 16, 1939, to George and Theresa (Fritz) Buechlein. He married Martha Zoll on November 24, 1960, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Tell City.

He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the VFW Post #673. David retired from Jasper Cabinet Company after 41 years of service. He was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church and their Men’s Club, he was also a member of the Jasper Knights of Columbus and the Jasper Moose. He enjoyed gardening, wine making, was an avid I.U. Basketball, Indianapolis Colts, and St. Louis Cardinal’s fan, and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Buechlein of Jasper; two daughters, Jackie Howard of Jasper and Jo Ann Mehringer of Jasper; three sons, Brad Buechlein (Sheila) of Jasper, Mathew Buechlein (Dori Yorysh) of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and Greg Buechlein (Nancy) of Ireland; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters: Mary Schmitt (Howard) of Jasper and Virginia Knies of Jasper.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, Maurice, Ambrose, and Donnie Buechlein.

A Mass of Christian Burial for David L. Buechlein will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 16, 2018 at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Jasper, with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Jasper. The VFW Post #673 will conduct military graveside rites.

A visitation will be held from Noon to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, Indiana, and from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m.service time at Precious Blood Catholic Church on Monday. The Jasper Moose Lodge #1175 will perform a memorial service at 5:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Precious Blood Catholic Church, or to a favorite charity.

Rosalee Stemle, 91, of Jasper, passed away at 4:55 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2018, at St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper.

Rosalee was born on August 20, 1926, in Ireland, Ind., to Leo and Rosina (Giesler) Hoffman. She married Lawrence “Lefty” Stemle on October 30, 1948, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland. He preceded her in death on February 2, 2013.

Rosalee was a graduate of Ireland High School. She was a homemaker and worked at Leed’s Selling Tools and Braunecker Cabinet Company. She enjoyed playing golf and cards.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland.

She is survived by two sons, Steve (Peggy) Stemle of Owensboro and Pat (Deb) Stemle of Jasper; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death besides her husband is one sister, Catty Ash.

Funeral services for Rosalee Stemle will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 13, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland, Indiana, with burial in the church cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Building Church  or a favorite Charity.

Robert L. Meyer, 91, of Jasper, passed away at 3:33 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2018, at Cathedral Health Care Center in Jasper.

Bob was born in Haysville on February 15, 1927, to Leo and Amanda (Kieffner) Meyer. He married Joan Albert on May 8, 1954, in Ferdinand, Indiana.

He was a United States Army veteran and served during the Korean War Conflict. He was a banker for 35 years at Dubois County Bank, which is now Old National Bank. He was a charter member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Jasper, a lifetime member, past commander and bookkeeper of V.F.W. Post #673, American Legion Post #147, Jasper Moose, Jasper Civitan, Jasper Masonic Lodge, and he was a Shriner.

He enjoyed collecting stamps and coins, and he loved to fish.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Meyer of Jasper; five children, Bruce (Lynn) Meyer of Emerald Isle, N.C., Donna (John) Hellman of Velpen, Cheryl Blackwell of Carmel, Brian (Jane) Meyer of Fishers and Kurt (Heather) Meyer of Westfield, Ind.; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Mae Seitz of Jasper and Barbara Ann (Bob) Lottes of Loogootee and one brother, John (Sandy) Meyer of Cocoa Beach, Fla.

Funeral services for Robert L. Meyer will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April, 13, 2018, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Jasper, Indiana, with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Jasper. The V.F.W. Post #673 will conduct military gravesite rites.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper and one hour before services at the church on Friday from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church  or a favorite Charity.

Collette Porter Kennedy, 70, of Ferdinand, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2018, in Ferdinand.

Collette was born March 27, 1948, to Bernard P. and Priscilla (Birchler) Porter in Fulda.

Collette retired from the State of Tennessee. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, drawing and painting. She was a member of the Ferdinand Senior Citizens. She was a Reiki Master massage therapist.

Surviving are brothers, Patrick Porter of Newburgh and Charles (Rachel) Porter of Bristow; sisters, Jean  Hay of Austin, Texas, Linda Durcholz and Denise Porter, both of Ferdinand, Joyce (Earl) Parker of Forney, Texas, Judith Stillwell of Evansville, and Debbie (John) Blakey of Gentryville; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. She also is survived by her dog, Timmy.

Collette was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Ann McMahon; and four brothers, Regis, James, Tom and Mike Porter.

Visitation will be held at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11.

Cremation was chosen by Collette.

James B. Knies, 78, of St. Anthony, passed away at 10:50 a.m. on Monday, April 9, 2018.

Jim was born in Celestine in 1939 to Bernard and Albertha (Heldman) Knies. He married Bonnie Bieker on July 13, 1963, in St. Anthony Catholic Church.

Jim was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Post #493 in St. Anthony. He retired as a supervisor for JOFCO in Jasper after 45 years of service.

Jim served on the St. Anthony Volunteer Fire Department and as a first responder for 28 year, and continued to serve asa director on the fire department for over 50 years of service. He was also a member of the St. Anthony Community Center.

He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish – St. Anthony Church.

Jim enjoyed camping and was a member of the Camping Hoosiers, fishing, line dancing, playing cards, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Knies of St. Anthony; one daughter, Gina Hoffman (Ron) of Ferdinand; one son, Dean Knies (Tricia) of Bretzville; four grandchildren, Devinn and Klayton Knies, and Bailey and Carson Hoffman; three sisters, Rosetta Hasenour, Connie Schroering, and Sharon Burger (Jerry), all of Jasper; seven brothers, Dennis Knies of St. Anthony, Albert Knies of Huntingburg, Virgil Knies (Frances), Bernard Knies (Diane) and Randall Knies (Janice), all of Celestine and Paul Knies (Carol), and Perry Knies (Jane), both of Jasper.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, Ernest, Vernon and Jerome Knies; two brothers-in-law, Delmar Schroering and Tony Hasenour and two sisters-in-law, Ruth and Cyrilla Knies.

A Mass of Christian Burial for James B. Knies will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in St. Anthony with burial to follow in St. Anthony Cemetery. The St. Anthony American Legion Post #493 will conduct military gravesite rites.

There will be no visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Divine Mercy Parish  or a favorite charity.

Charles L. Dilger, 76, of St. Anthony, passed away at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at home.

He was born in St. Meinrad, Indiana on May 16, 1941, to Fred and Frances (Mehling) Dilger. He married Veronica “Fronie” Sermersheim on June 25, 1966, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland. She preceded him in death on February 28, 2018.

Charlie retired from UPS after 26 years of service. He served in the Indiana Army National Guard. He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish – St. Anthony Church where he served as an usher for many years and was a member of the Cemetery Board.

He was a member of the St. Anthony Community Center, where he served as a director. And he was a member of the Mariah Hill YMI. He was also active in scouting.

Charlie enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by three sons, Mark Dilger (Terri) of Richland, Steve Dilger (Heather) of Jasper and Dave Dilger of Jasper; two grandchildren, Kyla and Kevin Dilger; one sister, Betty Mehringer of Ireland; and one brother, James B. Dilger (Linda) of St. Meinrad.

Preceding him in death besides his wife was one son Dean Dilger.

Funeral services for Charles L. Dilger will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. Anthony Church with burial to follow in St. Anthony Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, and from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m.service time on Wednesday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Divine Mercy Parish or a favorite charity.

Linus R. Wigand, 87, of Jasper, passed away at 11:05 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 2018, at Brookside Village in Jasper, IN.

Linus was born in Jasper, Indiana on September 18, 1930, to John and Alice (Schlachter) Wigand.  He married Rosemary Heeke on April 25, 1953, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper.

Linus worked at Hoffman Bros., Sternberg Garage, and retired as a bartender from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #673 in Jasper after 37 years of service.

He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, Jasper Outdoor Recreation, the American Legion Post 147, the Knights of Columbus since 1952, and was a life member of the VFW Post #673.

Linus enjoyed working on cars when he was younger. He was a NASCAR and St. Louis Cardinals fan.  He enjoyed country music, especially the Grand Old Opry, and spending time with his friends and family.

Surviving are his wife, Rosemary Wigand, one daughter, Debbie Collignon of Jasper, three sons, Jeff (Bette) of Moline, Illinois, Gary (Cheryl) Wigand of Jasper, and Ken (Kelly) Wigand of Jasper, nine grandchildren, two step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild, and four step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by four sisters, Cleta Collins, Helen Dooley, Agnes Lewis and Mary Jane Thalmueller; and one brother, Leon Wigand.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Linus R. Wigand will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Jasper. The VFW Post 673 will conduct military graveside rites.

A visitation will be held from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, IN, and from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m.service time at the church on Tuesday.  The Holy Family Parish will pray the rosary at 2:45 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church or the American Cancer Society.

Betty A. Schwenk, 89, of Jasper, passed away at 11:40 p.m. on Monday, April 2, 2018, at home.

Betty was born in Jasper on August 9, 1928, to Louis and Clara (Scherle) Kreilein. She married James Schwenk on June 14, 1949, in St. Joseph Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on May 12, 2001.

Betty was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper and their St. Ann’s Sodality, and a member of the Jasper Circle of the Daughters of Isabella.

Betty was also a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, the women of the Jasper Moose, and the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

She enjoyed playing golf, playing bridge, and spending time with friends and family, especially her grandchildren.

Betty is survived by four daughters, Cindy Seng (Ken) of Jasper, Cheryl Rohleder of Jasper, Chris Jahn (Romie) of Jasper and  Cathy Schuetter (Dave) of Huntingburg; seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one brother, James Kreilein (Betty), Jasper.

Preceding her in death beside her husband was one son-in-law, Keith Rohleder.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty A. Schwenk will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper, with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper, IN.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until the 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper. The St. Joseph St. Ann’s Sodality and the Daughters of Isabella will pray the rosary at 3:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Kindred Hospice, or to a favorite charity.

Hilda R. Pfister, 97, of Jasper, died peacefully at 4:35 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper where she was well cared for the last three years.

Hilda was born at home at 320 East 7th Street in Jasper, Indiana, on Easter Sunday, April 4, 1920, to William “Bill” and Regina (Wenzel) Scherer.

She was the great-granddaughter of German Pioneers to Dubois County. Hilda met Don A. Pfister on the night before he left for the Marine Corp to serve in the Pacific Theatre of World War II, and waited devotedly for his return.  A few months after his arrival back home, they were wed on April 27, 1946, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper.

Hilda was a 1939 graduate of Jasper High School. During the war, she was employed at the old Indiana Desk Company. After raising a family she worked for the Holiday Inn in Jasper before becoming co-owner of Don’s Burger Barn with her husband Don. He preceded her in death on November 20, 1988. She also worked 15 years for STAC in her later life.

She was a lifetime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a charter member of Holy Family Ladies Sodality, St. Ann’s Society, and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

She enjoyed spending time with family, traveling, playing bingo, going to the casino and listening to Daniel O’Donnell.

Hilda is survived by two daughters, Donna (Jim) Schroeder of Jasper, Jeanne Pfister of St. Louis, Mo.; two sons, William J. Pfister of Jasper and Robert (Kathy) Pfister of Jasper; seven grandchildren, Kim, Kevin, Kurt, and Keith Schroeder, Zach and Krueger Pfister and Megan Schmieder; and 10 great-grandchildren with one on the way.

Preceding her in death are one great-granddaughter, four sisters, Anna Mae (Ray) Gunselman, Bertha (Rufus) Streicher, infants, Laura and Theresa Scherer, and an infant brother, Robert Scherer.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Hilda R. Pfister will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 9, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper, with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at the church on Monday.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, the Dubois County Community Foundation or to a favorite charity.

Sharon Lawson, 58, of Jasper, passed away at her residence on Monday, April 2, 2018, at 3:30 a.m.

She was born on October 13, 1959, to Alyous and Johnnie (Clark) Spencer.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

She is survived by her mother, Johnnie Spencer; her husband, John Mehringer; daughter Crystal Fultz and companion John Brett, daughter, Heather Trentlage and husband Mark; stepson, Kris Lawson; eight grandchildren, Hope, Nathan, Kadence, Kaylee, Emma, Maddie, Abigail and Andrew; and four brothers, Joe Spencer, Robert Spencer, James Spencer and Alyous Spencer.

No services are planned at this time.

The Queen-Lee Chapel of the Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Shoals is in charge of the arrangements.

John E. Sermersheim, 78, of Ferdinand, passed away, Saturday, March 31, 2018, at his home in Ferdinand.

John was born May 2, 1939, in Ireland to Ben and Victoria (Hopf) Sermersheim.

He was owner and operator of John Sermersheim’s Litter Service. He worked for Henke Farms and Kramers Feedmill. He enjoyed driving truck. John served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. John was a member of Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand Chruch.

He is survived by one son, Scott (Tammy) Sermersheim of Ferdinand; three daughters, Jennifer (Keith) Sherman and Jill (Greg) Sicard, all of Ferdinand, Susan (Deb Lindsey) Sermersheim of Evansville; one brother, Robert (Dolly) Sermersheim of Jasper; four sisters, Elizabeth (Linus) Fuhs, Linda (Wes) Rohleder, all of Jasper, Rosemary (Robert) Schnaus of Ireland, Rita (Donald) Werne of Plantation, Fla.; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

John was preceded in death by a brother, Jerome Sermersheim and a sister, Dorothy Bartley.

Funeral services will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Ferdinand Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Ferdinand American Legion Post 124 will provide Military Graveside Rites.

Visitation will be Thursday at St. Ferdinand Church from 8:00 a.m. until service time.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ferdinand Community Endowment Fund.

Ryan Fleck, 45, of Ferdinand, passed away, Monday, April 2, 2018, at his home.

Ryan was born September 29, 1972, in Jasper to Gilbert and Sylvia (Hopf) Fleck.

Ryan was an accountant at Krueger and Associates in Jasper. He was a member of Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand Church. Ryan was an avid fan of Indiana University, St. Louis Cardinals and the Indianapolis Colts. He was a dedicated supporter of the Forest Park Letterman Club and also of the Forest Park Football Boosters. He enjoyed cooking and grilling. Ryan loved spending time with his nieces and nephews.

Ryan is survived by his parents, Gilbert and Sylvia Fleck of Ferdinand; two brothers, Brad Fleck of Huntingburg and Bruce (Audrey) Fleck of Ferdinand; three nieces, Loren, Grace and Hannah Fleck; two nephews, Grant and Reid Fleck.

Funeral services will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Ferdinand Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand and Friday from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Robert E. Boyles, 74 of Jasper, passed away peacefully at home at 8:49 p.m. on Thursday, April 19, 2018.

Bob was born in Bicknell on  January 25, 1944, to James and Pauline (Earley) Boyles. He married Deb Merter, his wife of 30 years, on November 20, 1987, at Salem United Church of Christ in Huntingburg.

He was a United States Army veteran who served as an information specialist in the Vietnam War and a was a member of the American Legion Post #147 in Jasper.

Bob was the first graduate of the Vincennes University Jasper Campus.

He retired from WITZ Radio in Jasper after 40 years of service. He started his WITZ career on October 3, 1968. Known as the “Voice of the Jasper Wildcats”, he announced basketball, football, and baseball sporting events for Jasper and other area schools throughout his career. He was the announcer for the Jasper Lions Club Radio Auction for many years and also announced for many charitable events.  He received the ISSA Marv Bates Sportscaster of the Year Award and several other awards throughout his career.

After retirement, he worked the last ten years as an advertising consultant for Dubois County Tire and Supply.

He was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church In Jasper and a charter member and the first president of the Jasper Optimist Club.  He was a member of the Jasper Moose and enjoyed his involvement on the Ireland Celebration Committee.

He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, spending time at Beaver Lake, watching I.U. Basketball, and was an avid pool player. His family was the center of his life and enjoyed spending time with family and friends around the campfire.

Surviving is his wife, Deb Boyles of Jasper, two daughters, Karen Pieper ( Jason), Jasper, and Karla O’Connell (Elaine), Chrisman, IL, one son, Clayton Boyles (Meredith), Jasper,  five grandchildren, Brendan O’Connell, Aiden, Zack, and Noah Pieper, and Weslyn Boyles, one sister,  Cyndi Smith (Gary) Chrisney, IN, and one brother, Steve Boyles (Brenda), Tennessee.

Preceding him in death were his parents, and two brothers, Jim and Kenneth Boyles.

Funeral services for Robert Boyles will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 23, 2018, at Shiloh United Methodist Church in Jasper, with burial to follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Jasper. The American Legion Post #147 will conduct military gravesite rites.

A visitation will be held from noon until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Funeral Chapel in Jasper, and from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at the church on Monday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Dubois County Community Foundation in memory of Bob Boyles.

Donald “Donny” Lee Hoffman, 74, of Ferdinand, passed away Thursday, April 19th at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Evansville.

He was born January 12, 1944 in Ferdinand to Fred A. and Marceda (Johanneman) Hoffman.

Donny was a carpenter/home builder. Donny was very proud to build parade floats for Duckville. He also was involved in making Duckville turtle soup. Donny enjoyed spending time on his farm. He was a member of Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand Church. Donny served in the National Guard.

He is survived by two sons, Scott (Sara) Hoffman and Kevin (Karen) Hoffman, all of Ferdinand; two daughters, Cindy (Tim) Eckstein of Jasper and Kym (Darrin) Williams of Georgetown; three brothers, Kenneth (Rita) Hoffman of Jasper, David (Margie) Hoffman of Ferdinand and Raymond (Bonnie) Hoffman of St. Anthony; one sister, Patricia (Bob) Schuetter of Huntingburg; nine grandchildren, Shanna, Derek, Dana, Kayla and Zack Hoffman, Kelsey and Seth Williams, Ryan and Tyler Eckstein.

Donny was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas and Eugene Hoffman.

Funeral services will be Monday, April 23rd at 10:00 AM in St. Ferdinand Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand and Monday from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Parish, St. Ferdinand Church.

Maureen Quinn Gregory, 70, who lived with her daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Ben Jones of Brookston, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at White County Memorial Hospital in Monticello, Indiana.

She was born on May 26, 1947, to John “Jack” and Mildred (Rodgers) Quinn in Brooklyn, New York. She married Bryan B. Gregory on June 20, 1976, at Trinity United Church of Christ in Jasper, Indiana. He preceded her in death on April 18, 2014.

Maureen earned a bachelor’s degree in education from St. Benedict College in Ferdinand in 1969 and a master’s degree from the IU School of Education. She began her 40-year teaching career at Tenth Street Junior High before moving to Vincennes University Jasper, where she later became a full-time professor of English and Chairman of the Humanities Department. She served a short term as interim dean at VU Jasper before her retirement in 2008. She and Bryan then moved from Jasper to Christmas Lake Village in Santa Claus, Indiana.

She enjoyed golf, cooking, political debate, and collecting all things Christmas. But most of all, she lived for spending time with her dearest friends and family in celebration of even the most ordinary events.

Maureen is preceded in death by both her parents and her husband, Bryan of 38 years.

She is survived by her children and grandchildren; stepson Jason Gregory (Heidi) and Seth of Romney, Ind.; daughter, Kelly Gregory Jones (Benjamin) of Brookston, Ind.; grandsons, Quinn and Jack; and son, Scott Gregory of Fairfax, Cali.; three sisters, Barbra Rastocny (Peter Sr.), Karen Grauer (William) both of Louisville, Ky. and Joanne Quinn of Fishers, Ind.; nieces and nephews.

Maureen’s family invites you to visitation at 9 a.m. followed by a 10 a.m. funeral Mass at Precious Blood Catholic Church, 1385 West 6th Street, Jasper, on Saturday, April 28, 2018. An open house reception following the service will be held at the Bistro on the VUJC campus from 12pm to 3pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to those who helped to care for Maureen including Joyful Journey Adult Day Center, 600 Lindburg Rd., West Lafayette, IN 47906.

Alfred H. Jaeckle, a member of America’s greatest generation, passed away on March 18, 2018, in El Paso, Texas. Fred died one month shy of 93.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Mo., where he met and married Betty Jean, his wife of 62 years.

Fred lived a life filled with many accomplishments, treasured friendships, a devoted family, and much love and laughter. After serving our country in the Navy in World War II, he graduated from Northwestern University and began a career in sales that spanned 47 years. His first position as sales representative for Mead Johnson & Company in the early 1950’s led to greater responsibilities as vice president of Sales Administration in the 1970s.

After a short stint as an executive at Thermwood Corporation, Fred and his dear friend and partner, Michael Wertman, founded Furniture Concepts International. When they retired in 1997, Fred pursued his life-long passions in golf, jazz, reading, traveling, and rooting for the Cardinals baseball team full-time.

Fred was a very kind man, a very gentle man, a very wise man. He was interested in every person he met and every innovative idea he heard. He cared deeply about people and, as a result, people cared deeply about him. He loved life and celebrated all the gifts life gave him.

He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Jean, his parents Mildred and Alfred Jaeckle, and his youngest sister, Sally Blevins.

He leaves behind his daughter, Joy Jaeckle Baggett and her husband Ken of El Paso, Texas, his son Kurt Alfred Jaeckle and his wife Celeste Bunny Leach-Jaeckle of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, grandchildren, the eldest being Joanna Jaeckle Prazak, her husband Chris, and Alan Jaeckle, all of Houston, Texas, his sister, Shirley Fette, of Franklin, Tennessee, his lady friend Mary Lou Clayton, of Santa Claus, Indiana, and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grand-nephews.

We will miss him very much.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at 10 a.m. at the Nancy Hanks Lincoln Memorial Chapel, Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, 3027 E. S St, Lincoln City.

Fuller Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Evelyn R. Lemond, 85, of Evansville, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018, at her residence.

She was born January 27, 1933, to Hugo and Ruth (Cunningham) Finke in Huntingburg.

Evelyn is a graduate of Lockyear Business College. She retired from Fifth Third Bank Trust Department in 1989. She loved to travel the United States with her husband Jim and also going on golf trips with various other couples. But most of all she loved doting on her children and grandchildren.

Evelyn is survived by her husband, James Lemond of 64 years; daughters, Kathy (Rusty) Miller of Evansville and Cheryl Ambrose of Berea, Ky.; son, John (Lori) Lemond of Evansville; daughter-in-law, Sharon Lemond of Newburgh; grandchildren, Nick (Katie) Miller of Evansville, Natalie (Pat) Oster of Floyd Knobs, Ben (Kaitlyn) Lemond of Newburgh, Nathan (Melissa) Miller of Indianapolis, Caitlin (Declan) Murphy of Columbus, Ind., Riley Ambrose of New York City, Luke Ambrose of Holland Mich., Heath (Robin) of Paducah, Ky., Nikki (Justin) Williams of Venice, Fla., Morgan Lemond of Evansville; 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Mark Lemond, and son-in-law, Kelly Ambrose.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at Ziemer Funeral Home North Chapel, 6300 N. First Ave., Evansville, IN 47710. Visitation will continue 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 918 W. Mill Rd., Evansville, IN 47710. A

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 am at the church with Fr. Jason Gries officiating. Entombment will be at St. Joseph Mausoleum.

Memorial contributions can be made to Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 918 W. Mill Rd., Evansville, IN 47710, Heritage Hospice, 1202 W Buena Vista Rd # 107, Evansville, IN 47710 and St. Vincent DePaul, 767 E Walnut St, Evansville, IN 47713.

Special thanks to Evelyn’s devoted caregivers, Tammy Koch, and Amy Henton.

Father Eugene F. Heerdink, a pioneer of the Evansville Catholic Diocese’s ministry to the Latino community, died April 13 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was 92.

He was born in Evansville on Jan. 23, 1926, to William and Olivia (Fromm) Heerdink.

He attended St. Meinrad Seminary in St, Meinrad. Bishop Henry J. Grimmelsman ordained him a priest of the Diocese of Evansville on May 19, 1951.

Father Heerdink’s priestly assignments included Assistant, St Joseph Parish, Evansville, 1951; assistant St. John the Baptist Parish, Vincennes, 1952; assistant, St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Evansville, 1957; administrator, then assistant, Holy Redeemer Parish, 1958; administrator, St. Martin Parish, Whitfield, 1959; pastor, Holy Name Parish, Bloomfield, 1959; pastor, St. John the Evangelist Parish, Loogootee, 1964; pastor, St. Matthew Parish, Mount Vernon, 1969; five-year leave from the diocese for mission service in South America, 1979; pastor, Blessed Sacrament Parish, Oakland City, 1985; five-year leave from the diocese for mission service in South America, 1987; pastor, St. Joseph Parish, Dale, 1992. Father Heerdink retired from active ministry in June 2008.

Father Heerdink pioneered diocesan ministry to the Latino community. He served as coordinator of the Diocesan Apostolate to Spanish Speaking beginning in 1992, and as director of the Diocesan Ministry to Spanish Speaking beginning in 1999. Father Heerdink also played a significant role in bringing Catholic radio station WTJW 93.1 FM to Jasper in 2014.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include a brother, William, of Evansville; and a sister, Mary Woods, of Washington, Ind.

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. EDT, on Monday, April 16, at St. Joseph Church, 1029 Kundek St., Jasper, IN 47546. Vigil Service will be at 7 p.m. EDT on April 16 at St. Joseph Parish.

Visitation will continue from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. CDT, on Tuesday, April 17, at St. Benedict Cathedral, 1328 Lincoln Ave., Evansville, IN 47714.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. CDT at St. Benedict Cathedral. Interment will follow in the Priests’ Circle at St. Joseph Cemetery in Evansville.

Rose T. Merkley, 92, of St. Anthony, passed away at 12:43 a.m. on Friday, April 13, 2018, at home.

Rose was born in Maltersville on February 23, 1926, to William and Mary (Buechler) Gutgsell. She married Alban Merkley on July 5, 1949, in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2014.

She worked at the GE Plant in Huntingburg during World War Two, welding filaments for radio tubes. Later, she retired from Inwood Furniture Company.

Rose was a member of Divine Mercy Parish – St. Anthony Church, where she was a member of the Christian Mothers. She was a past president of the American Legion Post #493 Auxiliary, a member of the VFW #673 Auxiliary, the St. Anthony Community Center, and the Older American’s Center.

She enjoyed quilting and sewing, cross stitch, gardening, reading, and watching birds.

She is survived by two daughters, Lois June Wagner (Daniel) of Ferdinand and Carol Ann Kreilein (Michael) of St. Anthony; six sons, Stephen L. Merkley (Darlene) of St. Anthony, Randall A. Merkley (Sharon) of Huntingburg, Robert F. Merkley (Donnettia) of Jasper, Michael G. Merkley of Huntingburg, Kenny W. Merkley (Lisa) of Dubois and Leon K. Merkley (Karen) of Jasper; 21 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death besides her husband was one sister, Marie Meyer; four brothers, Albert, Victor, Frank and Roman Gutgsell; and one daughter-in-law, Annette Merkley.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Rose Merkley will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in St. Anthony with burial to follow in St. Anthony Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, and from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m. service time on Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. The Divine Mercy Parish will pray the rosary at 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions made to Divine Mercy Parish  or a favorite Charity.

Thomas Othmar Weyer, 66, of Saint Anthony, passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at his home.

Thomas was born November 14, 1951, in Huntingburg to Othmar “Oats” & Helen (Heilers) Weyer. He was united in marriage to Doris L. Klem.

Thomas retired from Masterbrand Cabinets, Plant 4 in Ferdinand. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, a member of Saint Anthony American Legion Post # 493 and the Ferdinand American Legion Post 124. He attended Redemption Christian Church in Jasper. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Doris L. Klem; two sons, Craig (Lori) Weyer and Clifford (Leah) Weyer, both of St. Anthony; two daughters, Erin Gould (Ryan Stemle) of Schnellville and Nina (Chad) Pitt of Plainfield; two stepsons, Dwayne (Cindy) Klem of St. Anthony and Brian (Jennifer) Klem of Coppell, Texas; three stepdaughters, Rhonda Oser of Bretzville, Sheila (Roman) Wagner of St. Anthony and Glenda (Matt) Brames of Bretzville; 13 grandchildren and 17 step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Wayne (Linda) Weyer of Ferdinand, Tim (Liz) Weyer of Bozeman, Mt. and Joe Weyer of Spokane, Wash.; three sisters, Linda Herrington of Richardson, Texas, Kathy (Jack) Schnieders of Ferdinand, and Jane (Larry) Marquez of Collierville, Tenn.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Norb Nordhoff.

Funeral services will be held at noon on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Redemption Christian Church, 1450 Energy Drive in Jasper, Rev. Darrel Land will officiate. Friends may call for visitation at the church after 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Burial will follow in Saint Ferdinand Church Cemetery, Ferdinand. Saint Anthony American Legion Post 493 will conduct military graveside rites.

Francisco J. Lloveras, 43, of St. Meinrad, passed away April 10, 2018, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Evansville.

Francisco was born June 14, 1974, in San Juan, Puerto Rico to Juan R. and Carmen (Mattei) Lloveras. He married Marisol Franco on August 24, 1996, in San Juan.

Francisco was the Director of Music at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. He had a deep love for God. Francisco loved music, family, friends and playing board games. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Francisco also belonged to the Brothers and Sisters of Charity, Berryville, AR.

Francisco is survived by his wife, Marisol; one son, Juan Pablo at home; five daughters Chiara, Beth, Therese, Rose and Priscilla Lloveras, all at home; his parents, Juan and Carmen Lloveras of San Juan, Puerto Rico; three brothers, Juan A. (Chiqui) Lloveras and Carlos (Mayra) Lloveras, Rafael (Lourdes) Lloveras all of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Funeral services will be Monday at 10:00 a.m. CDT in St. Joseph’s Church in Dale with burial to follow in St. Nicholas Church Cemetery in Santa Claus.

Visitation will be Sunday at St. Joseph’s Church in Dale from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. CDT and also on Monday from 9:00 a.m. CDT until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to youcaring.com.

Leona Kluemper, 98, of Jasper, passed away at 7:23 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community  in Jasper.

She was born at Celestine on December 22, 1919, to George and Caroline (Schnell) Heldman. She married Wilfred “Bill” Kluemper on June 17, 1944. He preceded her in death on September 5, 2007.

Leona along with her late husband owned and operated the Palm Gardens at Bretzville for 17 years and then owned and operated Bill’s Truck Stop in Birdseye for nine years. She was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church, Brute Society, Ladies Sodality of Precious Blood and the V.F.W. Auxiliary to post # 673 in Jasper.

Leona enjoyed the many visits from friends, family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her hobbies included cooking, baking, bingo and playing the harmonica and dancing.

She is survived by four daughters, Judith (Morris) Klem of Jasper, Mary Jo (John) Hart of Jasper, Becky (Bill) Troesch of Ferdinand and Jackie (Randy) Seifert of Jasper; seven sons, Donald (Kathy) Kluemper of St.  Anthony, Bob (Brenda) Kluemper of Villages, Fla., John (Chris) Kluemper of Jasper, Albert (Pamela) Kluemper of Ferdinand, Jim (Amanda) Kluemper of Jasper, Willie (Medea) Kluemper of Jasper and Larry (Connie) Kluemper of Jasper; 28 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren; one brother, Cletus Heldman of Aberdeen, Md.; two sisters, Lucille Blume of Jasper and Delphine Knies of Jasper.

Preceding her in death besides her husband are one daughter, Carol Jean Kluemper; two sisters, Albertha Knies and Margaret Schroering; four brothers, Barnabas, Joseph, Raymond and Norman Heldman.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Precious Blood Catholic Church with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 16, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner North Chapel in Jasper. Rosary will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Harold R. “Ronnie” Young, 70, of Jasper, passed away at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at home.

Ronnie was born in Owensboro, Ky., on December 21, 1947, to James and Ann Young.  He married Carolyn Trotter on December 26, 1967.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the VFW Post #673 and the American Legion Post #147. Ronnie has worked for National Office Furniture 11th Avenue Plant in Jasper for the last 35 years. He was a member of the Indiana Freemasons Lodge #520. He enjoyed his family and spending time with his dog Otis.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Young of Jasper; two daughters, Roxanne Snyder (Don) of Santa Claus and Jennifer Kaus of Jasper; three grandchildren, Austin Anderson (Whitney), Dylan Anderson and Collin Snyder; two great grandchildren, Quinton Anderson and Ryder Anderson; his mother, Ann Owen of Evansville; sister, Mary Ann Anderson of Ferndale, Cali.; brother, Doug Owen of Evansville.

Preceding him in death was his father, James Young.

Funeral services for Harold R. “Ronnie” Young will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 16, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper with burial to follow at the Jasper Enlow City Cemetery. The American Legion Post #147 will conduct military graveside rites.

A visitation will be held from Noon until the 2:00 p.m. service time on Monday, April 16, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper.

Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity.

Dolores E. Uebelhor, 73, of Jasper, passed away at 11:00 p.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018, at home.

Dolores was born in Schnellville on November 8, 1944, to Martin and Leona (Verkamp) Uebelhor. She was a graduate of St. Ferdinand High School.

She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish – Sacred Heart Campus and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper. Dolores was a secretary and bookkeeper for many years at Habig Sales and Brosmer Surveying. She enjoyed dancing, especially line dancing, doing crossword puzzles, playing Scrabble, hiking and walking.

She is survived by three sisters, Mary Jane Brinkman of St. Anthony, Sr. Mary Cheryl Uebelhor, OSB of Ferdinand and Virlee (Daniel) Wendholt of St. Anthony; one brother, James H. (Alvenia) Uebelhor of Schnellville; many nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death is one sister, Helen Uebelhor, who passed away as a child.

Funeral services for Dolores E. Uebelhor will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Schnellville with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 4, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper. The family will pray a rosary at 2:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Divine Mercy Parish, or to the Sisters of St. Benedict.

Naomi P. Kenworthy, 88, of Jasper, passed away at 3:50 a.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper.

Naomi was born in Orange County, Indiana, on March 20, 1930, to Bernard and Florence (Morgenroth) Stetter. She married Verlin C. Kenworthy on September 13, 1951, in St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Mars Hill, Indiana. He preceded her in death on February 14, 2018.

Naomi was a homemaker and was a seamstress at Siebert’s in Jasper. Naomi was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and the V.F.W. Post #673 Auxiliary. She enjoyed making rosaries for the World Mission and the Rosary Foundation, which provided Rosaries to penitentiaries across the United States and across the world.  She also enjoy ceramics and needlepoint.

Surviving are two daughters, Carol Wonnell of Lebanon, Ind. and Kathleen (Joe) Mantione of Boulder, Colo.; three sons, Robert (Tessie) Kenworthy of San Diego, Cali., Randall Kenworthy of Nashville, Ga. and Ronald (Cathy) Kenworthy of Louisville; 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, one sister, Elizabeth Egler, Ferdinand, IN.

Preceding her in death besides her husband, are two sisters Florence Margaret Hill and Bernidene Margaret Metz and six brothers, Leroy Jerome, Alfred George, Joseph Bernard, George Edward, Frank Elmer, and Walter Lee Stetter

Funeral services for Naomi P. Kenworthy will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, with burial to follow in Patoka Lake Memorial Cemetery in French Lick, Indiana.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 4, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper and two hours before services from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the church on Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church, or to a favorite charity.

Barbara A. Stephens, 80, of Otwell, passed away at 12:33 p.m. on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Ky.

Barbara was born in Keensburg, Ill., on September 30, 1937, to Leo and Ferris (Gray) Richardson. She married Raymond Stephens on March 31, 1956, in Keensburg Methodist Church in Keensburg, Ill. He preceded her in death on September 25, 1992.

Barbara worked at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper for 25 years, and then for Dr. Norris’ Surgical Pavilion for 16 years. She was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church in Jasper. She enjoyed serving in her church and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by three daughters, Terri (Ed) Frost of Loogootee, Lynette Stephens of Otwell and Cindy Hochgesang of Jasper; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Joan Beck-Strum of Carmi, Ill.; one sister-in-law, Evelyn Richardson of Princeton; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death besides her husband, is one brother, Wayne Richardson and one nephew, Eddie Wayne Richardson.

Funeral services for Barbara A. Stephens will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at Shiloh United Methodist Church in Jasper, with burial to follow in Otwell Cemetery, in Otwell, Indiana.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church.

Thomas R. Brosmer, 78, of Jasper, passed away at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at home.

Tom was born in Jasper, on October 8, 1939, to William and Rose (Schroering) Brosmer. He married Judy Dorsam and she preceded him in death November 3, 1989. He then married Jean Long on September 26, 2009, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper.

Tom was co-owner of Jasper Woodworking. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper and a lifelong member of the Jasper Wrestling Club. He enjoyed pontooning at Beaver Lake, fishing, and was a St. Louis Cardinal and Indianapolis Colts fan.

He is survived by his wife, Jean Brosmer of Jasper; three sons, Greg (Linda) Brosmer, Don (Cheri) Brosmer, Allen (Hayley) Brosmer and one stepdaughter, Kristine Keller, all of Jasper; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Catherine Mehringer; two brothers, Robert (Ramona) Brosmer and Alf Brosmer, all of Jasper.

Preceding him in death are two sons, Brian and Keith Brosmer, three sisters, Anna Mae DeMotte,  Betty Brosmer, Lillian Fromme, and three brothers, Roman and Harold Brosmer, and an infant, James Brosmer.

Funeral services for Thomas R. Brosmer will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, with entombment to follow in the Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 2:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church or the Jasper Wrestling Club.

Roberta H. Cave, 83, of French Lick, entered into eternal rest on April 26, 2018, at her residence.

She was born in Martin County on August 9, 1934, and lovingly raised by her mother, Mary Louise (Wagoner) Eck, and stepfather, George Eck.

Roberta married Ernest Glen Cave on September 5, 1950, and he survives.

She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather; one son, William Mark Cave; one infant sister, Linda Kay Eck; and four brothers, Donnie as an infant, Robert, James and William Henry.

Roberta was a member of the Crystal Community Church.

She is survived by her husband, Glen Cave, French Lick; one son, Robert Lee Cave, Dubois; one daughter, Kathy Jo Eads (David), Darlington, South Carolina; four grandchildren, Drew, Danielle, Brandon and Blaine; and two great-granddaughters, Emmie Jo and Mia.

The funeral ceremony will be conducted by Pastor Mike Street at 2 p.m. Monday, April 30, 2018, at Crystal Community Chruch. Burial will follow in the Crystal Community Cemetery in Crystal.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 29, at the Brosmer-Kemple Chapel on Monday from 1 p.m. until the time of service at Crystal Community Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in memory of Roberta be made to the Crystal Community Church c/o Michael Cave, 8135 E. Cuzco Road W., Dubois IN 47527.

Arrangements are in the care of Brosmer-Kemple Funeral Service, 9640 W. State Road 56, French Lick IN 47532.

Amos F. Schnaus, 86, of Ireland, passed away at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 27, 2018, at Northwood Retirement Community in Jasper.

Amos was born in Ireland, Ind., on November 27, 1931, to Frank and Clara (Stenftenagel) Schnaus. He married Mary Ann Schwenk on November 26, 1953, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland.

A lifelong farmer, Amos was one of the first poultry producers in the Ireland area and was a member of the National Farmer’s Organization. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland, the Ireland Sportsman’s Club, the Jasper Knights of Columbus, and the Jasper Moose.

He enjoyed hunting, was an avid I.U. Basketball and St. Louis Cardinal’s baseball fan, and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife Mary Ann Schnaus of Ireland; three daughters, Gail Schnaus of Jasper, Sheila Donahue (David) of Alexandria, Va. and Tama Stemle (Randy) of Celestine; one son, Scott Schnaus (Charlotte) of Ireland; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy Heichelbech of Jasper; one  brother, Leo Schnaus (Verena) of Ireland.

Preceding him in death were two sisters, Mary Schnaus and Alice Helling; two brothers, Clarence Schnaus and Felix Schnaus; and one grandchild who died in infancy, Sean Donahue.

Funeral services for Amos F. Schnaus will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time on Monday, April 30, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ireland.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or a favorite Charity.

Frederick J. O’Brien, 84, of Jasper, passed away at 3:25 a.m. on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

Fred was born in Huntingburg on July 25, 1933, to Franklin N. and Josephine (Knebel) O’Brien. He married Gloria Bretz on August 13, 1955, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. She preceded him in death on February 7, 2018.

Fred was a 1951 graduate of Huntingburg High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in education in 1955 from Xavier University and then earned his master’s degree in education from Indiana University.

Fred served in the Army Reserves for 30 years and retired as a colonel. He was also the commander of the 324th Military Police Unit in Jasper. He was a teacher for over 30 years in several school districts. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, especially attending their sporting events. He liked doing crossword puzzles and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal’s baseball and Kentucky Wildcat’s basketball fan.

Surviving are two daughters, Patti O’Brien of Huntingburg and Liz (Joe) Milligan of Jasper; three sons, Michael (Andrea) O’Brien of Jasper, Steve (Lisa) O’Brien of Jasper and Jim O’Brien of Lebanon; 11 grandchildren; one stepgrandson; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, John (June) O’Brien of Oxnard, Calif. and Dan O’Brien, Atlanta, Ga.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Frederick J. O’Brien will be held at 10:00 a.m. on April 27, 2018, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper, Indiana, with entombment to follow in the Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the Becher-Kluesner Downtown Chapel and one hour before services at the church on Friday.

Memorial contributions made to Holy Family Catholic Church or a favorite charity.

Roberta Jacqueline “Jackie” Berger, 88, of Jasper, passed away at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, April 23, 2018, at St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper with her four children by her side.

Jackie was born in Paragould, Arkansas, on July 30, 1929, to Thomas and Mary Catherine (Alvey) Stewart. She married Daniel J. Berger on June 9, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri. He preceded her in death on December 16, 2015.

Jackie was a graduate of Holy Angels Academy in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was a bookkeeper and homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper, St. Ann’s Society, Jasper D of I, Beta Sigma Pi Sorority, and the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

She enjoyed crossword puzzles, traveling and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She also enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals and I.U. Basketball.

She is survived by two daughters, Chris (David) Drake of Huntingburg and Terrie (Mike) Keusch of Jasper; two sons, Dr. Greg (Anne) Berger of Jasper and Tom Berger of Jasper; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death besides her husband are two grandchildren, Joey Berger and Angela Keusch; three sisters, Mabel Stewart, Bernita Schillinglaw and Loretta Gordon; and two brothers, Charles and Eugene Stewart.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Roberta “Jackie” Berger will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 27, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Jasper with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Church, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Dubois County Right to Life, or a favorite charity.

Sharon Ann Hentrup, 61, of Jasper, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at St. Vincent Medical Center in Evansville.

Sharon was born on October 30, 1956, to Roman and Alice (Englert) Hentrup.

She worked for Southern Indiana Resource Solutions (S.I.R.S.) for several years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish in Jasper. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, reading books and collecting dolls. Her favorite color was purple.

Surviving are her parents, Roman and Alice Hentrup of Jasper; one sister, Janice Weyer (Dennis) of Ferdinand; eight brothers, Roman Hentrup Jr. (Margie) of French Lick, Allan Hentrup (Renee) of Jasper, Jeff Hentrup (Tanya) of Huntingburg, Ronald “Whitey” Hentrup of Bretzville, Kenny Hentrup (Cheryl) of Jasper, Mark Hentrup (Janis) of Indianapolis, Mike Hentrup (Beth) of Holland and  Paul Hentrup (Chris) of Jasper; 10 nieces and nephews, Teresa, Stuart, Kreigh, Alex, Rachel, Shannon, Blake, Claire, Max, and Nicole; three great nieces and nephews, Lucas, Kaitlyn, and Rhett.

Preceding her in death was an infant brother, John Hentrup.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Sharon Ann Hentrup will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Jasper with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum in Jasper.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service time at Holy Family Catholic Church on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions made to Holy Family Church or a favorite Charity.

KENDALL, HAROLD L. - 67, Orleans, died at 11:30 p.m. Monday at Paoli Convalescent Center in Paoli.