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Obituary for Helen “Elaine” Carrico: Beloved Teacher and Community Leader

Helen “Elaine” Carrico, 79, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Born on June 7, 1946 in Washington, Indiana, she was the beloved daughter of Avery and Helen (Strange) Smith.  Elaine lead a life of love and…

Remembering Julie J. Diamond: A Life of Family and Love

Julie J. Diamond, 54, of Loogootee, Indiana passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at her home. She was born on February 15, 1971, in Washington, Indiana to Edward Francis Wildman and Penny Louise (Offutt) Summers. Above all else, Julie…

Celebrating the Life of Dennis Gehl: Memories from Loogootee

Dennis Joseph Gehl, 83, of Loogootee, Indiana passed away Tuesday January 13, 2026, at his residence. He was born on August 5, 1942, in Loogootee, Indiana to Dr. Fred and Dorothy (Warnoch) Gehl. He spent his childhood roaming the streets…

Karen S. Norris Passes Away At Age 87 – Funeral Set Jan. 5

With profound sorrow yet deep gratitude for her beautiful life, Karen age 87, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025. We had prayed for the Good Lord to take her gently and reunite her with her beloved husband, parents, and…

Funeral Arrangements for Fr. Leo C. Kiesel in Loogootee

Fr. Leo C. Kiesel, 88, senior priest of the Diocese of Evansville, passed away at 6:33 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at The Villages of Oak Ridge.  He was born on October 15, 1937, in the family home at…

Donald Edward “Don” Mattingly, 85, Passes Away Tuesday

Donald Edward “Don” Mattingly, 85, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Serenity Spring Senior Living at Northwood, Jasper, Indiana. He was born on September 22, 1940, in Loogootee,…

Celebrating the Life of Phyllis Ann Tedrow

Phyllis Ann Tedrow, age 78, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14th, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 14, 1947, in Jasper, Indiana, to Charles Vernon and Lela Mae (Huebner) O’ Brien. Phyllis was…

Remembering William R. Buchta: A Life of Family and Service

William R. “Bill” Buchta, 74, of Jasper, passed away with his family by his side at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Brookside Village in Jasper. Bill was born in Jasper on July 2, 1951, to John R….

Honoring Audriana: Help Cover Funeral Costs Through Donations

A family continues to mourn the sudden loss of 19-year-old Audriana Shoultz. She tragically died in a car accident on August 24. The incident happened unexpectedly, leaving the family devastated and facing unforeseen financial challenges related to her funeral arrangements….

Funeral Services for Audriana Paige Crosby: Details and Remembrance

Audriana Paige Crosby, 19, of Odon, Indiana, passed away on August 21, 2025. She was born on October 13, 2005, in Jasper, Indiana to Justin Crosby and Tiffany (Shoultz) Kidwell. Audriana was engaged to her beloved fiancé, Lane Clark. Audriana…