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10/30/2025

Joyce Elaine Erwin, 69, passed away on October 28, 2025, in Union Hospital. She was born March 4, 1956, in Terre Haute, Indiana to James Albert Jones and Bertha Elizabeth Weir Jones. Joyce enjoyed camping, and spending time with her family. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dan Erwin (d. 2004), brothers, James P. Jones, and Thomas G. Jones. She is survived by her sons, Corey Rutledge, Jerry Rutledge, and Christopher Rutledge, brother, Kenneth Jones (Amanda), sisters, Debra Phelps (Steven), Tanna Shepherd, Rebecca Lankford, Karen Jones (Ralph), Sharon Jordan (Dave), grandchildren, Keilee, Ryleigh, Kristen, and Kaden, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation for Joyce will be on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd Street, West Terre Haute, Indiana, 47885, from 11 am to 1 pm. Funeral Services will begin at 1 pm in the funeral home on Wednesday. Pastor Buddy White will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasantview Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

10/30/2025

Sarah P (Stout) Parker of Clinton, Indiana flew home to be with her Savior on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the age of 89. She went to be with many of her loved ones. She was the current pianist of Victory Baptist Church in Clinton, Indiana. Sarah was born with the God given gift of music, though she could never read a note or received any training. At a very young age, Sarah began playing piano at Shiloh Church in Shelburn by sitting on a stack of hymnals, in the 80s and 90s played keyboard with Austin City Limits and The Road Ramblers, and in 1999 was inducted into the Wabash Valley Musicians Hall of Fame. In 1998, Sarah came back to her roots and dedicated her life to the Lord, playing piano at church, singing gospel music with her family, New Visions, most recently every Friday evening you would find her at The Barn making music with all of her friends. Music was such a motivation for her to keep pressing on later in her life, but her Lord, family, and many, many friends, were her greatest motivation and joy in life. Sarah’s other hobbies included her love of the outdoors, especially her flower garden where she would fill her bird feeders and watch the birds. She loved everyone and everyone loved her, she will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her children, Anna Pine (Dale) of West Terre Haute, Deborah Thomas of West Terre Haute, Step-sons, Steven Parker (Jennifer) and John Parker (Gwen), a brother, Don Stout of Coalmont, Indiana, a sister, Donna Jones of Terre Haute grandchildren, Lora Pine (Kenny) of West Terre Haute, Dale “J.R.” Pine Jr. (Kimmi) of Terre Haute, Steven Reed II (Ashley) of Brazil, Indiana, Jeramy Thomas of Rico, Colorado, Sarah Littleton (Avion) of Champaign, Illinois, Paul “PJ” Johnson of Terre Haute, step grandchildren, Brooke Waters (Larry), Amber Cooper (John), Jesse Parker, Dillion Parker, Jasmin Rogers (Kyle), Jacob Wesley (Diamond), Justin Wesley, great grandchildren, Cody, Zoe, Matthew, Anna, Jeremey, Michael, Makaela, Joseph, Delilah, Steven III, Hunter, Curtis, Kynslee, Skylar, Dalton, Daniel, Haley, Kenzie, Marilyn, Sofia, 4 great great grandchildren with another on the way to arrive soon, Khaleesi, and so many who called her Aunt Sarah, and also an abundance of friends. Sarah was truly a blessed and such a blessing to us all.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband John R. Parker, sons, Terrey Evan Thomas, Howard “Buddy” Thomas, a grandson, John Arlie Parker, and a great grandson, Ashton Jaymes Thomas.
Visitation is scheduled on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 11 am to 1 pm in the Victory Baptist Church, 133 S Washington St, Clinton, IN 47842. Funeral service will be at 1 pm in the church. Pastor Mike Bennet will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasantview Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations can be made to Victory Baptist Church in honor of Sarah.

10/29/2025

Norma V. Maher, 101, of West Terre Haute, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1924, to Claude and Florence (Miller) Moore.

Norma graduated from Garfield High School in 1941. The following year, she married John T. Maher, and together they built a life grounded in love, hard work, and family. Norma went on to earn a degree from the Terre Haute Commercial College. In 1957, she and John founded Maher Inc. Gas and Fertilizer. Norma managed the office for many years and took great pride in her work.

After selling their business, Norma joined her son Mike in 1990 at his State Farm Insurance agency in West Terre Haute. While working there, she obtained her insurance licensing and served clients with care and professionalism. She also provided support in the law office of her other son, William, and later, at her grandson, Andreas', insurance agency. Known for her sharp mind and remarkable memory, Norma never forgot a name and was always eager to learn something new - even becoming computer savvy. She continued working for her family into her early 90's.
When she wasn't working, Norma loved to travel with her grandchildren. Over her lifetime, she explored the United States and Mexico as well as many destinations across Europe. A devoted member of St. Mary's Village Church, Norma lived a long and fulfilling life grounded in faith, family, and friendship. Her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering memory will forever be cherished by all who knew her.

Norma is survived by her sons, Michael L. Maher (Lieselotte) and William J. Maher (Tina); grandchildren Andreas Maher, Laura Maher (Katie, Darren Maher (Megan), Tanya Brinza (Todd); great grandchildren Dr. Milton Brinza (Sabrina), Nora Maher, Kiera Maher, Aria Suelzer (John Henry), and Isabella Rutledge-Maher; as well as one great great grandchild, Beckham Brinza.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John T. Maher, and her parents, Claude A. and Florence (Miller) Moore.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Sisters of Providence.

In keeping with her wish's cremation has been chosen. A private graveside service will be held at a later date, where Norma will be laid to rest at St. Mary's Village Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Fitzpatrick Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be shared at http://www.FitzpatrickFuneralHome.com.

10/27/2025

Crystal Dawn Bedwell, 50 of Terre Haute, passed away on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025. She was born on June 10th, 1975.

Crystal had a deep love for her cats, spending time with them watching movies. She loved to play games on her computer in her free time. When she could, she loved to travel and see different places, she always had a great story to tell and could tell a story better than most. When she wasn’t spending time with her fiancé or her family she would volunteer with the Red Cross. She would travel to different places, giving back and helping people in the form of disaster relief. Crystal truly had a big heart caring for those around her and anyone that needed it.

She is survived by her mother, Rhonda Bedwell; fiancé Bob Holliday; uncle Ron Decker (Terry); aunt Deanna Watson; a great aunt and uncle, Loretta (Faye) Baize and LV (Slim) McDaniel; as well as several cousins.

Crystal is proceeded in death by her grandparents, Virginia Webber and Edward Bedwell, as well as many other family members.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to any local animal shelter.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, October 31st, 2025, at Pleasantview Cemetery, 473 Durkees Ferry Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885, at 2:00 pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fitzpatrick Funeral Home.

Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/21/2025

Nila, affectionately known by many names — Ni, Wilson, and Yiyi — passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at the age of 76. A lifelong resident of the Terre Haute area, she was born and raised in West Terre Haute, Indiana, before making her home in Terre Haute.

An extraordinary person in every sense, those who knew Nila often said she was simply “the best.” Her strength, warmth, and kindness touched everyone she met. UBS

A true “doer,” Nila began working at the young age of 15 and devoted 29 years to AET Films. She never chose to retire, not because she had to work, but because she loved to. Her resilience defined her, and she approached each day with purpose, grace, and compassion.

Nila loved all sports. She was . but golf held a special place in her heart. One of her proudest moments came when she made a hole-in-one at Marks Par Three Golf Course — a memory immortalized on the course’s wall just before she became ill.
Although Nila never married or had biological children, in 1996, she began the lifelong journey of raising her “chosen” daughter, alongside her best friend and sister at heart, Janis Laplante. For nearly three decades, until her final day, Nila embodied the very best of parenthood — loving unconditionally, teaching through her actions, and providing selflessly. Her love asked for nothing but gave everything.

She was a provider, a quiet force of strength, and a lighthouse in the dark. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered by all who were blessed to know her.

Nila is survived by her sisters Christina Bridges (Ray), Sue Dickens (David) and Cindy Elkins, and brother Jimmy Dean Elkins as well as her “chosen family” — her lifelong best friend and sister, Janis Laplante (Gary/Nighthawk), and Janis’s daughter, Hannah King, whom Nila helped raise and loved like her own, plus Grandson Justin King Jr. and “special” Mom Barbara Champion plus many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty Elkins and Albert Elkins and four brothers and a sister.
Visitation will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home in West Terre Haute on Thursday, October 23, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral services at 1:00 p.m.

Nila’s light will continue to shine through the lives of those she loved, reminding everyone that true strength is quiet, love is boundless, and selflessness is the greatest legacy of all.

10/19/2025

Jon Andrew Weddle, of Terre Haute, went to be with his sweet savior on October 16, 2025.
Jon was born on February 12, 1975, to Ronald and Judy (Hayworth) Weddle.

A proud veteran, Jon served his country in the Air Force for 7 years as a mechanical engineer.
He would travel the world fixing any problems thrown at him. His hard work and dedication to his country would shape him into the great man he would become. Jon would go on to work at I hyssenkrupp Presta, where he enjoyed being the Union Steward and made many lifelong friends.
However, he would find his favorite job at GE Aerospace as. a Quality CMM.
Working there enabled him to tap into his nerdy side and use his extensive knowledge of algebra and mathematics.

In Jon's free time, he loved to spend time working on his car, a Subaru WRX or playing his guitar. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his mother. He and his mother grew very close over the last 5 years, especially through music.
They would take turns enlightening one another to their favorite genres of music, such as Jon's love for heavy metal and Judy's love for southern gospel. Jon had a great life, and we will love him and miss him, but we know where he is.

Jon is survived by his mother Judy Weddle; sister Lori Carpenter; nephews Austin, Kaleb, Bryce, and Alexander Carpenter; Niece Megan Carpenter; a great-niece and nephew Sawyer and Reese; as well as several dear family and friends.
Jon is proceeded in death by his father Ronald Weddle as well as his grandparents.

In keeping with his wishes cremation has been chosen. His family would like to invite his friends, coworkers, and family to join us for a celebration of life that will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Forest Park Baptist Church, 3900 East Park Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47805 at 4:00 pm, Pastor James Gibson will officiate. Visitation will be from 2:00 until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Fitzpatrick Funeral Home.
Online condolences can be left at www.fitzpatrick-funeral home.com

10/17/2025

Leonard H. Henneman, 66 of Terre Haute, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025 in The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care. He was born in Terre Haute on March 25, 1959 to Howard Henneman and Martha Rader Henneman.
Leonard worked in sales for Republic National Distributing Company. He loved working in his yard and enjoyed fishing and was an excellent woodworker who could build anything.
Leonard is survived by his wife Freda Syester, who was his best friend and partner in life for 38 years. He is also survived by his siblings; Thelma Leek (Dennis), Janice Leek (Don), Denise Jones (Craig), Alan Henneman (Tami), and Angela McCullough (Tim), as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as a brother Chester Carter.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has been chosen with a Celebration of Life service to be held at to be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at The King's Harvest Fellowship Hall, 234 Idaho St., Terre Haute, IN. Arrangements are under the direction of Fitzpatrick Funeral Home.
Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/13/2025

Twyla Joanne Scott, 65, passed away on October 10, 2025, in the Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care. Twyla was born January 11, 1960, to William Etchison and Esther Wallace. Twyla loved to crochet, read, and spend time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She worked for the Sewing Factory in Clinton, Indiana, as well as the Sisters of Providence as a CNA, and the Vigo County School Corporation as a teacher’s assistant and a cook. Twyla loved to travel, especially to Tennessee, Destin, Florida, and Disney World. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Sanford Scott, they married July 15, 1977, two sons, Sanford Scott Jr. (Danielle) and Russell Scott (Amber), brothers, William Etchison (Becky), Mike Boerner (Susan), and Kevin Boerner (Margaret), grandchildren, Sanford III, Owen, Ansley, Jarrett, and Abby, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services for Twyla will be Wednesday October 15, 2025, at 1 pm in Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 N. 3rd street, West Terre Haute, Indiana, 47885. Visitation is scheduled from 10 am until service time on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pastor Chris Wilbur will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasantview Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/11/2025

James “Jim” Chrisman, eternally 29, passed away, Friday October 10, 2025. He was born in West Terre Haute to Raymond and Hilda Chrisman on November 25, 1939, they have both proceeded him in death. He was the last of ten siblings, Eileen Ellingsworth, Art Chrisman, Danny Chrisman, Kenny Chrisman, JoAnne Crumrin, Doris Houser, Billy Joe Chrisman, Dave Chrisman, Wayne Chrisman and Jack Chrisman.

His wife Dorothy ,whom he married June 28, 1980, died April of 2025. They had fifty wonderful years together and he now rests peacefully in her arms.

Jim is survived by three children, Joanne Chickadaunce of CA, Lisa (Kevin) of Terre Haute, John (Chima) Chickadaunce of West Terre Haute. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Chelsea Morgan (Ryan), Doug Wright, Lindsey Wright, Ashleigh Broulard (Alain), Gavin Hallett, Josh Chickadaunce, Eric Chickadaunce and Meggan Horn (Andrew). He also had five great grandchildren, Sawyer, Vivian, Max, Bennett and Charlotte. He has two surviving sisters-in-law, Myrna Hilton (Gene) and Sherry Morley (Carl).

Jim has been a staple in Vigo County politics for most of his adult life and a proud supporter of the Vigo County Democrats. He has been a precinct committee person for well over 20 years and took his role very seriously.

Jim graduated from Valley High School in 1958. After High School he joined the Marine Corps. There he met several men he would call brothers for all his life but specifically two, Ed Hiebel and “Mac” Mackenzie. With Ed, he gained two nephews that he loved dearly, Scott and Reid. He wasn’t just a Veteran, he was and will always be a Marine-Hoorah!

Jim graduated with a business degree from Indiana State University, but had attended college in a couple of different states, but home called him to finish here. He has served as a West Terre Haute Patrolman and Fireman, ran the water works department and the waste water treatment plant. To say he was invested in his community would be an understatement. He loved West Terre Haute, its people and the community as a whole. He would go on to work for the City of Terre Haute in building inspection, and move on to the waste water treatment plant where he would excel and retire as a Plumber and Steamfitter, local 157. Currently he is the Trustee for Sugar Creek Township.

He was director of the West Vigo Community Center, an early help and coach of youth football, he coached the Bedino baseball team, again, invested in his community, and also served as Justice of the Peace.

He currently serves on the board of Area Planning and is a lifetime member of the Youngs Mens Club and VFW Post 6574.

Jim loved Dorothy, his children and grandchildren more than anything else in the world. He loved to talk about his family and the basement house on Mcilroy. He could tell you every neighbor, business and all the toilet tipping that was done in his ‘neck of the woods”.

Please say a prayer for him.

Funeral services will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM, with burial to follow in Bethesda Memorial Park. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday from 10 AM – 2:00 PM in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, feed a neighbor, clothe a child or extend kindness to your fellow human.

Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/06/2025

Kathy Ellen Endress went home to the Lord on Saturday evening, October 4, 2025. She died peacefully at her residence in West Terre Haute.

She was born October 24, 1958, and was a 1977 graduate of West Vigo High School. She then attended Indiana State University where she was active in the Zeta Tau Alpha social sorority and obtained her Bachelor of Arts in English. She continued her academic pursuits by obtaining a Master of Science in Mathematics (Indiana State University) and a Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction (Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis).

Kathy was a dedicated educator who positively influenced many high school students in advanced math before transitioning to a college-level teaching role at Indiana State University in 2015.

She cherished spending time with her family and would regularly be heard laughing at the shenanigans being carried on by the younger ones. She traveled extensively and was a strong supporter of Indiana State University and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She was living her dream when she moved to her home on the lake with her beloved dogs.

Kathy joins her brothers, James Endress and Steven Neidlinger, and her parents, Bill and Joan (Cox) Endress in heaven. She is survived by her brothers, Larry Endress (Jeanne), William Endress (Sandra), Terry Endress (Christi), and Scott Neidlinger, her stepparents, Chris and Ruthann (Scott) Hester, 13 nieces and nephews, and 19 grandnieces and grandnephews.

Funeral services will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM, with Pastor Chad Winter officiating. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the funeral home. Following cremation, burial of cremated remains will take place at Dunlap Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Patton UMC, 21775 Clark Road, Dennison, IL 62423.

Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/03/2025

Rob Allen Easton, 54 of Terre Haute, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 in St. Vincents Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Terre Haute on August 30, 1971.
Rob was a bricklayer for the Bricklayers Local # 4 of Terre Haute.
Rob is survived by his wife Stacy Rogers Easton, his parents Bob and Peggy Easton, 2 sons, 2 step-children, 2 brothers, and 14 grandchildren.
In keeping with Rob’s wishes, cremation has been chosen, with private family services to be held at a later date.
Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

10/02/2025

Jeri Lynn Ramey Lawrence
January 3, 1947 – September 30, 2025

With heavy hearts and grateful spirits, we announce the passing of our beloved mom, grandma, Jeri Lynn Ramey Lawrence, who went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ on September 30, 2025.
Born January 3, 1947 to Hughie and Imogene Bryant Ramey, Jeri’s life was marked by faith, compassion, and love for others. She was deeply cherished by her children, grandchildren, family, and countless friends. To all who knew her, Jeri was a shining example of grace, kindness, and service.

Jeri is preceded in death by her husband Ken Lawrence (May 21, 2025), and together they now rejoice in heaven. She is also preceded in death by their infant daughter, Theresa Lynn, both of her parents, her older sister Sandra Neice, and several family members. Jeri leaves behind a legacy of faith and love that will continue to live on through her family and those she touched throughout her life.

Jeri is survived by her children; Kevin and his wife Jan, Angela Millar and her husband, Adam, and Greg and his wife, Jamie, as well as her grandchildren; Lyndsay, and her husband, Larry, Kylie, Rachel and her husband, Kurtis, Danyel and her husband, Ryan, Adam, Kara and her husband, Curtis, Ciera and her husband Stephen, Noah, Harlie, Morgan, and Thomas. She also leaves behind her great grandchildren; Addison, Amariah, Iris, Laykn, Karlie, Kolten, Samuel, Maddison, Daniel, Archer, Ryder, Mercy, Amelia, Isaac, Grace, Kennedy, Norah, Dylan Jean, Mason, Jackson, and Carson, and several nieces and nephews.

Jeri owned and operated her own beauty shop, Jeri’s Casual Curls and worked at West Vigo Elementary School with special needs children, and volunteered as Kids Hope Director at Oubache School for 15 years. She also assisted in many local non-profit organizations. She was a member of Terre Haute Church of God, where she attended and volunteered for over 32 years.

Funeral services will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM, with Bishop Dennis Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation is scheduled for Monday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the funeral home.
Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com

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