All Obituaries

Julia Ann “Julie” Marchino, 55, Vincennes passed away Tuesday November 13, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Evansville after a brief illness. Julie was born November 24, 1962 the oldest daughter of John N and Margaret Ann (Wathen) Marchino. She was a 1981 graduate of South Knox High School and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the school of Public and Environmental Affairs from her beloved Indiana University. Julie was raised on the homestead that was settled by...

John Felton, 78, Charleston, IL, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital. John was born July 20, 1940, in Lawrence County, IL, the son of John Sr. and Katherine (Foote) Felton. He married Deanna Goodart. He was a former Superintendent and worked at both Brown & Samuel’s Shoe factory’s. He enjoyed mushroom and deer hunting with his grandsons, camping and golfing. John is survived by his children, Jeanette Combs (Ed) Stagner of Charleston, IL, Patty...

Maria Luise (Reber) Jones, 95, Bicknell, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 at the Freelandville Community Home. Maria was born August 2, 1923, in Mannheim, Germany, the daughter of Karl and Johanna (Kaufhold) Reber. She married Robert Jones on March 15, 1948. Maria came to the U.S. in August 1952. She pursued her citizenship, and was proud to be an American. She eventually reunited with her sister, Charlotte, and brother, Bernard, and families. She worked at Vincennes University in the...

James Charles Baker, 74, Vincennes, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018 at the New Willow Manor. James was born May 30, 1944, in Hamilton, OH, the son of Charles H. And Mary C. (McCormick) Baker. He enjoyed root beer, Sponge Bob Squarepants, Westerns, music and movies. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 1:00 PM at St. Vincent’s Cemetery. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home Vincennes Chapel, 313 Church St....

Richard “Dick” Lawrence Kramer Jr., 63, Vincennes, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Richard was born March 23, 1955, in Vincennes, the son of Richard “Pooch” Sr. and Ola (Hunckler) Kramer. He married Victoria Vieck on September 24, 2005. To his wife, he was a “Renaissance Man”. He dreamed of living in the country and rebuilding The Kramer Homestead, which he did. He was a paving equipment and demo specialist at Roadtec. Richard excelled at his...

Melinda Jae Hall, 40, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away Thursday, October 11, 2018, in her home.  Melinda was born on December 30, 1977, in  Vincennes.  She is the daughter of Franklin D. and Linda Hall of Oaktown, Indiana. Melinda attended North Knox West Elementary school in Bruceville from Kindergarten to Grade 6, then moved on to North Knox Jr. High in Edwardsport.  She attended North Knox High School from 1992 to 1996.  She graduated as a Co-Valedictorian of her...

Charles Ray “Charlie” Vash, 79, Bicknell, passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 at his residence. Charlie was born April 28, 1939, in Bicknell, the son of George and Alena (George) Vash. A 1957 Bruceville High School graduate, he owned and operated Vash Electronics, then was a self-employed computer repairman. He was known for his exceptional musical talent as a saxophone player and played in many bands locally. The latest being Shawn and Charlie that played in nursing homes in...

Marlen Richard Messer, 65, Bruceville, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Marlen was born April 29, 1953, in Knox county, the son of Harvey “Ted” and Betty Lou (Schultz) Messer. He married Deborah Brown on June 17, 2006. He was a heavy equipment operator at Peabody Coal Company and Bear Run Coal Mine for over 40 years. Marlen was a member of the Bruceville Rod and Gun Club. He was also an avid car and gun enthusiast and loved...

John E. Bennett, 85, Linton, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Eastgate Manor in Washington. John was born December 30, 1932, in Bicknell, the son of John Edgar and Laverne (Wheeler) Bennett. He married Joy Hooper. He was a loan officer and was a member of the Word of Life Church. He loved IU Basketball and was a family man. He served in the United States Air Force. John is survived by his wife, Joy Bennett of Linton; daughters, Marcy (Steve) Huff of Linton and Peggy (Steve) Vinsel...

Samuel Jack Burton “Sam” Petty, 31, Hammond, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018. Sam was born October 10, 1986, in Vincennes, the son of Samuel B. Petty and Anna Marie (Jackson) and Mike Fox. He worked in construction for John C. Ruiz Roofing in Munster, IN. Sam is survived by his mother, Anna (Mike) Fox of Oaktown; father, Samuel Petty; sister, Victoria “Tori” Petty of Oaktown; brothers, Michael Jason (Jill) Fox of Freelandville, Eric (Kelli) Fox of Evansville...