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Funeral Services for Ernest Abel in Loogootee, Indiana

Ernest Leland Abel, 58, of Loogootee, Indiana passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026 in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on October 10, 1967 in Washington, Indiana to Roy Leland Abel and Beverly Ann (Buchta) Abel.  Ernest is a 1985…

Remembering Brenda Denny: A Life of Faith and Service

Brenda Sue Denny, 75, of Jasper, Indiana passed away peacefully in her sleep, listening to her favorite hymns, on Monday April 27, 2026, at Serenity Springs in Jasper, Indiana. She was born on August 18, 1950, in Washington, Indiana to…

Remembering Charles Jim Fields: A Tribute to a Beloved Mechanic

Charles James “Jim” Fields, 63, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at his residence. Born on July 1, 1962 in Washington, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Charles and Anna (Kaiser) Fields. Jim was…

Remembering Sandy Sherwood: A Life of Love and Faith

Sandra “Sandy” Lynn Sherwood, 70, of Winslow, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 in Mitchell, Indiana with her family by her side. Born on September 14, 1955 in Washington, Indiana, she was the daughter of Elmer and Lena…

Obituary for Alan Louis Mattingly: Honoring His Memory

Alan Louis Mattingly, 67, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Poplar Care Strategies in Loogootee.  Born on August 14, 1958 in Washington, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Norbert and Virginia (Schoultz) Mattingly. …

Remembering Marvin Graber, Ethan Jerome Doyle, and Mary Bradley

Marvin Graber April 13, 1948-March 19, 2026 Marvin Graber, 77, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 with his family by his side. He was born on April 13, 1948, to Mahlon & Mattie (Yutzy) Graber. On…

Celebrating the Life of Michele Overton: A Dedicated Caregiver

Honi “Michele” Overton, 50, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in Bloomington, Indiana, surrounded by her family. Born on April 20, 1975, she was the beloved daughter of Benton and Lucy (Carroll)…

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…