Obituaries

Sep 27, 2018

Harold Wilson, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday September 27, 2018 at the home of his son Greg, in Palo Cedro, California.

Harold was born in Montgomery, Indiana to George W. Wilson and Rose (Colvin) Wilson and was one of 12 children.  He joined the U.S.  Navy in 1943 and...

Sep 27, 2018

Connie Swafford, 71, of Washington, passed away September 27, 2018.

She was born in Washington, Indiana on August 7, 1947, to Ernest and Marguerite (Traylor) Cox.

Connie graduated from Washington High School and enjoyed reading and listening to country music.

She is survived by daughter, Tammy (Troy) Moore of Washington; brother,...

Sep 22, 2018

Max G. Ramsey, 59, of Washington, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 6:33 p.m. at Daviess Community Hospital. Max was born on September 18, 1959 in Washington to Buddy (Max) and Jane (Tillie) Ramsey.  Max was the owner and operator of Eaton Monument Company. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda J. (Garland) Ramsey, whom...

Sep 16, 2018

Alpha L. Beckett, 84, of Washington, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018 in Washington. Alpha was born on December 7, 1933 to Austin and Ermma (Crays) Beckett. Alpha graduated from Vincennes University. He was a U.S. Army veteran and had retired from Oakland City University. Then he went on to work for Ride Solutions and had...

Sep 13, 2018

Elizabeth "Betty" M. Williams, 68, of Washington, passed away September 14, 2018, at Memorial Hospital in Jasper.

She was born in Washington, Indiana on September 27, 1949, to Adolph and Ruth Agnes (Mattingly) Horsting.

Betty had graduated from Washington Catholic High School in 1969 and was retired from Kimball International. She had many...

Sep 9, 2018

Sandra L. (Shipp) Conley, age 68, of Washington, passed peacefully at her home, September 9, 2018, surrounded by her devoted husband and loving children.

She was born on November 7, 1949 in Huntingburg to Albert Joseph "Jim", Jr. and Alma (Krodel) Shipp. She graduated from Jasper High School in 1967 and was a member of...

Sep 6, 2018

Rachel Mattes, age 44, of Washington, passed away September 6, 2018 at 3:40 PM at St Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.

She was born on November 18, 1973 to Larry and Marilyn (Davis) Mattes. She graduated from Washington High School in 1992. Rachel was a member of Central Christian Church, sang in the choir and was...

Sep 6, 2018

Leo Schlotter, age 76, of Washington, passed away on Thursday morning, September 6, 2018.

He was born on June 3, 1942 in Washington to Frank and Eleanor (Turk) Schlotter. He graduated from Washington High School in 1960. Leo was a graduate of Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana earning a B.S. in Business while completing his education...

Sep 1, 2018

Rose Kirby passed away April 17, 2018 and Jim Kirby passed away September 1, 2018.

They are survived by two daughters, Debbie (Tim) Butler of Matthews, North Carolina and Beckie (Mike) Voiles of Jefferson City, Missouri; three granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren. They are also survived by local resident Margaret Casper and many nieces...

Aug 31, 2018

Linda R. Myers , 82, of Washington, passed away peacefuly surrounded by her family. She was born on April 11, 1936 in Vincennes to Hector and Clara (Risch) Joary. She was a Real- Estate agent for many years at Dan K. Myers Associates and Re-Max Realty. Her greatest joy was her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She...

Aug 29, 2018

Craig Geary, 61, of Washington, went to his heavenly home at 3:25 pm on Wednesday August 29th at the home of his sister.

Craig was born on January 21st, 1957 to Wilma (Ketchem) Geary, and Johnnie Geary Sr. Craig was a 1975 graduate of Washington High School. Before retiring he worked in Maintenance at Shepard...

Aug 29, 2018

Rita E. Brown, 95, of Washington, Indiana, passed away August 29, 2018, at 11:29 p.m. at Emerald Place Senior Living.

She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on June 7, 1923, to Louis M. and Josephine P. (Cabsier) Hunckler.

Rita was a member of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church and the oldest living...

Aug 26, 2018

William Karl Simmons, Jr., age 60, of Washington, passed away August, 26, 2018 at his residence.

He was born on June 13, 1958 in Seattle, Washington to William and Jaynette P. (Crouse) Simmons. He enjoyed collecting sports memorabilia.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie (McClendon) Simmons whom he...

Aug 10, 2018

Margaret 'Kay' Fowler, age 77, of Washington, she went to her heavenly home at 7:08 PM on Friday, August 10, 2018, at Memorial Hospital in Jasper. She was born on September 21, 1940 in Washington to Roy and Alma (Williams) Templin. She graduated from Washington Catholic High School in 1958 and was a member of Our Lady...

Aug 3, 2018

Dena J. Fricke, age 56, of Washington, passed away on August, 3, 2018 at 12:40 p.m. at Daviess Community Hospital.

She was born on March 28, 1962 in Washington to Donald and Mary (Miller) Holland. She was a member of the Knights of Columbus and had managed the Eagles Kitchen. She loved animals and spending...

Jul 29, 2018

Betty Jo Zinkan, age 81, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at 4:17 p.m.

She was born on July 27, 1937 in Washington to James Walter and Elizabeth (Hughey) Ford. She graduated from Washington Catholic High School in 1955. She had worked for Hillies restaurant and loved puzzles, cards and bingo....

Jul 15, 2018

Fay Frances (Wagner) Spencer, 77, of Maineville, OH, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2018, at her residence. Born in 1941 in Evansville, IN, to Charles and Frankie (Williams) Wagner, Fay grew up in Washington, IN, and received her degree from Purdue University. She was an art teacher in Middletown, OH, for 32 years, and an owner of...

Jul 5, 2018

Joseph A. Alvis, age 87, of Evansville, passed away at 3:00 AM on Thursday, July 5, 2018, at Park Terrance Village in Evansville.

He was born on February 22, 1931 in Washington to Homer A. and Bertha (Davies) Alvis. He graduated from Washington Catholic High School and was a US Army and Navy Veteran. He...

Jun 30, 2018

Mark Anthony Taylor, age 48, of Loogootee, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2018 in Loogootee, Indiana.

He was born on December 25, 1969 in Washington to Kenneth and Ruth (Lengacher) Taylor. He enjoyed playing guitar and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his son, Casey (Alyssa) Taylor of Loogootee; sister,...

Jun 23, 2018

George David Spencer, age 83, of Maineville, Ohio, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018, at his residence.

Born in 1935 to David and Mildred (Harris) Spencer in Evansville, IN, George spent over 30 years as the owner of Spencer's Antiques in Waynesville, Ohio.  He earned his degree from Indiana University and served his country in...