Merrill Bateman, 74, of Shoals, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Redcrest Hospice House in Bloomington. Born November 8, 1951, in Bedford, he was the son of Alvin and Alice (Taylor) Bateman. Merrill attended Shoals School. He married Rosalee Jones in November of 1983, and she survives. Merrill worked…
Dennis E. Adams, 65, of Ferdinand, passed away at 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at home. Dennis was born in High Point, North Carolina, on October 27, 1960, to Postell and Mary (Bennett) Adams. With heavy hearts and deep love, we celebrate the life of Dennis E. Adams — a devoted husband, father,…
Patricia (Burton) Warner was born on May 8, 1946, in Petersburg to Lawrence and Audra Burton. She passed away at the age of 79 on February 2, 2026, leaving a legacy defined by unyielding strength and vibrant energy. A proud graduate of Petersburg High School, Patricia attended both Purdue University and the University of Evansville…
Gregorio Rocha Torres, 65, of Huntingburg, passed away at 5:14 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville. He was born on March 14, 1960, in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, to Gregorio Rocha and Soledad Torres. He married Noemi Angela Rocha on February 27, 1997, in Jasper. Gregorio was an avid fisherman and hunter,…
Anthony Nickless, 79, of Dale, passed away at 2:20 p.m., Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Core Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dale. No services will be held at this time. Rainey Funeral Home in Dale has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Condolences may be shared online at www.raineyfuneralhome.com.
Gary A. Hasenour, 73, of Celestine, passed away at 6:38 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center in Jasper. Gary was born in Jasper on September 22, 1952, to Victor and Mae (Striegel) Hasenour. He married Dolores Mehling on June 25, 1977, in St. Ferdinand Church. He was a 1970 graduate…
Anton “Tony” E. Merder, 80, of Jasper, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at his home. He was born on May 4, 1945, in Jasper, to parents Wilfred and Catherine (Knust) Merder. Tony married Marlene (Brosmer) Merder on June 29, 1963, and she preceded him in death on October 29, 2015. Tony retired after…
Margie Fern (Turpin) Allbright, 97, formerly of Shoals, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Springs Valley Meadows, French Lick. Born March 1, 1928, in Orange County, she was the daughter of Noble and Opal (Brothers) Turpin. She attended Campbell Grade School near where she was raised and attended West Baden High School. Margie…
Donald L. Sander, 77, passed away at 1:20 a.m. on February 4, 2026, at Serenity Springs Senior Living at Northwood in Jasper. He was born on January 31, 1949, to Victor and Viola (Vogler) Sander. On May 6, 1972, Donnie married the love of his life, Linda Bickwermert, beginning a devoted partnership that spanned more…
Gail Lynne McClure, born in August 1950 in Knox County, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. A modest, simple, and deeply caring woman, Gail devoted her life to the people she cherished most. Her gentle spirit and unwavering love made her a steady presence to all who knew her. Gail spent…
