Obituaries

Aug 5, 2026

Charlotte J. Rogers, 80, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of quiet love and cherished memories.

Charlotte was born on December 19, 1945, in Brooks, Kentucky. She was lovingly adopted and raised by her parents, Eula (Hultz) Cozine and Sydney Cozine, whose love and guidance helped shape the kind and gentle woman she became. She graduated...

Aug 2, 2026

Floyd Richard “Rick” Dinkens, age 81 of Washington, Indiana, passed away August 2, 2026. Rick was born September 8, 1944, to Floyd L. and Margaret “Beese” (Seal) Dinkens.

On October 4, 1986, Rick married his wife of almost 40 years, Tina, and she survives. He is also survived by daughters Lisa (Ray) Emmick and Lisa (Chris) Connors, and daughter-in-law Michelle Dinkens....

Aug 2, 2026

Gerald “Jerry” Jerger, 84, of Washington, Indiana passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026 surrounded by family at home after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born to Theodore and Margaret Doyle Jerger in Washington, Indiana on July 29, 1942. He was raised on the family farm where he developed a strong work ethic, deep faith and love of...

Jul 31, 2026

Rosemary “Rosie” Billings, 95, of Washington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026.

Born on December 19, 1930, Rosie was the daughter of John C. and Elizabeth (Clements) Essig. She graduated from Washington Catholic High School with the Class of 1949, a foundation that nurtured the lifelong faith, curiosity, and dedication to service that would define her life.

In 1956, Rosie...

Jul 29, 2026

Jeanette Ann O'Brian, 85, of Montgomery, went peacefully to her heavenly home on July 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and the faith that guided her throughout her life.

Born on January 17, 1941, in Washington, Indiana, Jeanette was the eldest daughter of Nelson B. Hauser and Mary Ann (Horsting) Hauser. She graduated from Washington Catholic High School...

Jul 25, 2026

Karyl L. Edwards, 89, of Washington, passed peacefully into her heavenly home on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Born on October 4, 1936, in Bicknell, Indiana, Karyl was the beloved daughter of Archie and Beulah Boyd. She graduated from Sandborn High School with the Class of 1955.

On May 18, 1968, Karyl married the love of her life, William “Jim” Edwards. Together they...

Jul 20, 2026

Kevin Ray Stafford, 61, went to his heavenly home on Monday, July 20, 2026.

Born on August 31, 1964, in Washington, Indiana, Kevin was the beloved son of Wanda and Lynn Stafford. Growing up in a military family, Kevin and his siblings moved often, sometimes every year. Though those frequent moves shaped his childhood, they also instilled in him a lifelong...

Jul 14, 2026

Amy Ruth Carr, 51, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Born on October 2, 1974, in Washington, Indiana, Amy was the cherished daughter of Sandra (Williams) Collins and the late Steven Collins. A graduate of North Daviess High School, she continued her education at Vincennes University, where she fulfilled her dream of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse.

For...

Jul 10, 2026

Richard Jason Dinkens, 45, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Born on September 13, 1980, to Floyd "Rick" Dinkens and Deborah (Robinson) Dinkens, Richard was a 1999 graduate of Washington High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Afghanistan War. Following his military service, he worked at the Pentagon before...

Jul 6, 2026

Joseph E. Titzer, 87, went to his heavenly home on Monday, July 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on July 14, 1938, in Evansville, Indiana, Joe was the beloved son of Bernice (Steckler) and Urban Titzer. He graduated from Reitz Memorial High School before earning his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Evansville College. On June 12, 1963,...

Jun 25, 2026

Doris A. Madden, 89, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, with her loving family by her side.

Born on April 1, 1937, in Washington, Indiana, Doris was the cherished daughter of Janet (Helms) and Firman Haag. She graduated from Washington Catholic High School and was the youngest of twelve children, a role that helped shape her spirited personality and quick...

Jun 18, 2026

Jun 18, 2026

James “Mike” Michael Fox, 61, went to his heavenly home on June 18, 2026.

Born on August 23, 1964, in Puerto Rico, Mike was the son of Melba (Petty) Fox and James “Jim” Fox. A graduate of Washington Catholic High School's Class of 1982, he continued his education at Vincennes University, where he earned an associate degree. Mike dedicated more than...

Jun 17, 2026

Lisa J. Clark, 51, of Washington, Indiana, went to her Heavenly home on June 17, 2026.

Lisa was born on October 11, 1974, in Gary, Indiana, to Sharon (Fields) Choate and James Choate Sr. She graduated from Washington High School in 1994 and married the love of her life, Paul Clark, on May 12, 1995. Together, they shared 31 years of...

Jun 16, 2026

Danny M. Crosby, 83, of Washington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Danny was born on June 30, 1942, in Washington, Indiana, to Lora Mae (Fox) and Kelly Crosby. He married the love of his life, Dorothy (Drew) Crosby, on February 19, 1965, and together they shared many years of love, laughter,...

Jun 14, 2026

Robert Lawrence "Larry" Brochin, 86, of Washington, Indiana, went to his heavenly home on June 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and devotion to his family and community.

Larry was born on November 19, 1939, in Washington, Indiana, to Maxine (Downey) and Robert Henry Brochin. He graduated from Washington Catholic High School in 1958 and later married the...

Jun 11, 2026

Lional Bogard, 59, passed away on June 11, 2026.

Lional was born on June 16, 1966, to Nellie and James Bogard. He shared 16 loving years of marriage with his wife, Debra Bogard, building a life filled with love, laughter, and family.

Lional never met a stranger. He was funny, outgoing, and always ready with a joke or a witty remark. A...

Jun 11, 2026

John “Kenny” Kenneth Taylor, 81, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026.

Kenny was born on October 22, 1944, in Loogootee, Indiana, to Charles and Dorothy (Sanders) Taylor. On April 19, 1969, he married the love of his life, Ruth (Lengacher) Taylor. Together they shared 57 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories.

Kenny was a quiet and...

May 29, 2026

James “Jim” S. Lawson, 85, went to his heavenly home on May 29, 2026.

Jim was born on May 7, 1941, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Faye (Fenton) and Dale Lawson. He graduated from North High School and went on to earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Evansville. Jim dedicated 31 years of service to NWSC...

May 27, 2026

Amanda Sue John, 50, went to her heavenly home on May 27, 2026. She was born on April 21, 1976, to Alan and Linda (Davis) Hudson.

Amanda married the love of her life, Darrin John, on November 20, 1999, and together they built a life centered around faith, family, and unconditional love. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud...