Thomas “Topcat” G. Courtney, 85, of Evansville, passed way on Thursday April 29, 2010 in Newburgh.

He was Was born in Henderson, Ky.

He was veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and was retired from International Steel Co.

Survivors include a daughter, Diana Courtney Buehler of Evansville; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by wife, Lydia Rose in 1974; son-in-law, Donald Buehler in April 2010; brother, James Courtney Sr.; and sisters, Della Kirby and Polly Bryant.

Graveside services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Montgomery Cemetery in Oakland City with the Rev. George Huffsmith officiating. Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel is handling arrangements.