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Larry A. James - March 01, 1959 - April 30, 2024

Departed: 04/30/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Leopold, Indiana

Larry A. James, 65, passed away on April 30, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville.

He was born in Tell City on March 1, 1959, son of Lawrence and Mary Margaret (Hanaway) James, who preceded him in death.

Larry was a 1977 graduate of Perry Central High School where he played trumpet in the band. He and his family enjoyed music and were very musically inclined. He retired from Sanders Sawmill in Corydon where he was a sawyer most of his life. From an early age, Larry would go to school and later work nightshift at Jobe Sawmill.

He was a member of Central-Perry Volunteer Fire Department for more than 45 years and served as President for 40 years. He was also a member of Indiana Volunteer Firefighter’s Association and served on the board of Leopold Conservation Club for more than 40 years.

Larry loved being with his friends, especially at his family cabin, where they would play euchre and deer hunt. He enjoyed their trips out west to elk hunt and to Lake Cumberland in Kentucky. Larry loved to attend Perry Central athletics, especially boys’ basketball.

Surviving is his brother, Roger L. James of Leopold, several cousins and many friends and neighbors in the Leopold community who were like family to Larry and Roger.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Rev. Brian Esarey will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Friday from 3:00-7:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM until service time at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Leopold Conservation Club, Central-Perry Volunteer Fire Department or Perry Central Athletics.

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Helen Z. Schaefer - February 02, 1925 - April 27, 2024

Departed: 04/27/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana

Helen Z. Schaefer, 99, passed away on April 27, 2024 at Oakwood Health Campus.

She was born in Fulda on February 2, 1925 to Martin and Edrina (Fetter) Zoglman.

Helen retired in 1987, after 41 years, from Tell City Chair Company. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and former member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1172 Auxiliary and V.F.W. Post #2939 Auxiliary.

Helen enjoyed playing cards, backyard cookouts, traveling and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Surviving are her sons, Larry Schaefer (Jackie), Bright, Indiana and Terry Schaefer (Jane), Tell City; brother-in-law, Denny Kessans, Tell City; grandchildren, Jeanna Shirkey (Mike), Logan Harth (Sara), Brittney Carter (Matt) and late granddaughter, Jillian Kirschbaum’s husband, Anthony; great grandchildren, Lydia, Abigayle, Haylee and Brayden Collinsworth, Aubrey and Kyleigh Harth, Jade and Brynn Carter and Ava and Noah Kirschbaum.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Linus A. Schaefer in 2004; a son in infancy; granddaughter, Jillian Kirschbaum and siblings, Maxine Kessans, Alice Mae Zoglman, Lester, Alvin, Renus and Richard Zoglman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Kolbe Wolniakowski will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Wednesday from 9:00-11:30 AM at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church.

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Denise M. Morse - April 29, 1953 - April 21, 2024

Departed: 04/21/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana

Denise M. Morse, 70, passed away on April 21, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on April 29, 1953, daughter of David and Rose Marie (Jaskulski) Shriner, who precede her in death.

She was married on May 24, 1975 to Robert F. Morse. They were devoted members of Crossroads Church Tell City.

Denise was the epitome of the word homemaker. A “domestic goddess” as her family loving called her, she was truly one of the last authentic homemakers. Denise worked hard at making her house a home for her husband and three children. She loved cross-stitch and sewing her own clothes as to Denise, things made well, lasted forever. Denise made homemade meals and dinners from scratch, that her grandchildren will never forget. Gathering for family dinners is something they all loved to do.

She enjoyed caring for her chickens and giving her friends eggs as they were always plentiful.

Surviving is her husband of 48 years, Robert Morse; children, Bethany Morse, Michelle “Nicki” Woosley (Benjamin) and Theodore Morse (SongMi); a brother, David Shriner and grandchildren, Josiah and Sophia Woosley, Elizabeth Morse, Robert and Ian Morse.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM CDT on Friday, April, 26, 2024 at Crossroads Church Tell City. Pastor Mark Ayers will officiate. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Church Tell City.

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Nancy Wheeler - March 11, 1949 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana

Nancy L. Wheeler, 75, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2024, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Perry County on March 11, 1949, daughter of David Lloyd and Alice (Mills) Kowal.

At a young age, Nancy moved to Arizona with her mother and recently returned to Tell City to be near her family and friends who she had dearly missed but always loved spending time with. Every day, she looked forward to playing with her furry friend, Sugar. Nobody could take the place of that little dog.

Nancy enjoyed crafts and was quite talented at making them, even having her own shop when she lived in Arizona.

Surviving is her mother, Alice Kowal, Tell City; a sister, Janice Songer (Curt), of Dale; brothers, Ron Lloyd (Brenda) and Daniel Lloyd (Terri Ward), all of Tell City; nieces and nephews, Scott Schank, New York, Traci Simpson, Georgia, Danny Van Lloyd, Tell City, Collen Lloyd of San Diego, Kim Williams, Tim Baumeister and John Baumeister, all of Tell City; step siblings, Greg Simpson (Roxanne) and Marie McManaway (Jim), all of Tell City and Vicky Watkins (Bob), Laconia, IN and several great nieces and nephews that will miss her.

Nancy is preceded in death by her father, David Lloyd; and step brothers, Chuck and Bob Simpson.

A Celebration of Nancy’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM CDT on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Tell City’s First Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Keith Messick will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to Indiana University Anatomical Education Program, 635 Barnhill Drive, Room M5304, Indianapolis, IN 46202 or at give.myiu.org

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Hubert P. Hagedorn - April 05, 1923 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race,

I have kept the faith. Now, there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous Judge,

will award to me on that day. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Tell City, Indiana –

Hubert P. Hagedorn, 101, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024.

He was born in Perry County, son of William T. and Anna M. (Bockhold) Hagedorn. Hubert was a United States Army veteran, serving his country during World War II. He married Eulalae Walters on June 10, 1947, at St. Mark Catholic Church where they were still active members. He was a member of American Legion Post #213, Knights of Columbus Chapter #1172 and Boilermaker Union Local #374. Hubert was a charter and founding member of Anderson Township Fire Department and had served on Perry County Soil and Conservation Advisory Board.

He was a lifelong Perry County farmer and had driven a school bus for Anderson Township Schools. In 1989, Hubert retired from Maxon Marine as a welder. He was employed there for over 30 years. Hubert then worked for the Perry County Highway Department.

He was dedicated to his community and church always volunteering in some capacity whether it be serving soup for the Knights of Columbus or his many years of maintaining maps and marking graves for St. Mark Cemetery. Hubert had been a Perry County Democrat Committeeman for the Hagedorn Precinct and had served four terms as a Perry County Commissioner. He enjoyed working, listening to country music…..and then….working some more.

He is survived by his wife, Eulalae Hagedorn; children, Ed Hagedorn (Brenda), Rosetta Westmoreland (Jim), Don Hagedorn (Phyllis), Linus Hagedorn (Shirley), Becky Hubert (Paul), Rita Etienne and Marolyn Flamion (Dean); grandchildren, Leslie Miles (John), Jeff Westmoreland, Sarah Westmoreland, Emily Vaovasa (Bill), Evan Hagedorn (Caroline), Travis Hagedorn, (Kylie), Courtney Drew (Rusty), Eric Hubert (Jennie), Ryan Hubert (Kan Kan), Julie Guillaume (Jared), Natalie Wais (Brian), Matthew Etienne (Amanda), Kirstie Bowles (Jason Starke), Brandon Flamion (Katharine King) and Hunter Flamion; 22 great grandchildren, with another great grandson due in July, and a sister-in-law, Theresa Arnold.

Hubert was preceded in death by his siblings, John, Alvin, Cletus, Raphael and Nick Hagedorn, Rose Harpenau, Agatha Harpenau, Mary Lautner, Margaret Deom and Charles William Hagedorn, in infancy and a son-in-law, Monkey Etienne.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Monday, April 22, 2024, at St. Mark Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery where there will be military rites. Rev. Kolbe Wolniakowski will officiate. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 6:00 PM on Sunday at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel and on Monday from 8:00 AM until service time at St. Mark Church. There will be a Knights of Columbus service at 6:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.

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Mike Spencer - September 06, 1946 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Branchville, Indiana

Michael W. “Mike” Spencer, 77, stepped into his eternal reward on April 16, 2024 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

He was born in Cannelton, Indiana on September 6, 1946, son of Chester and Bessie (Burden) Spencer.

Mike was a 1964 graduate of Cannelton High School and earned his Master’s Degree in education from Indiana University and started his teaching and coaching career at his alma mater, Cannelton. He had a coaching career that included Cannelton and Tell City baseball, assistant basketball coach at Tell City and an impressive football career that included, Tell City, Connersville, Perry Central, Corydon Central and Floyd Central High Schools. Mike was inducted into the Tell City High School Athletic Hall of Fame and Indiana High School Football Hall of Fame for his many years of dedication and coaching achievements.

He was united in marriage on December 27, 2004 to Teresa (Totten) Roberts, who survives. Together they were active members of Tunnel Hill Free Methodist Church in English. Mike was currently working at TurnKey Realty as a real estate broker.

Mike liked playing guitar, hunting, and he loved to fish… and fish and fish even more. His grandchildren were an important part of his life, and he enjoyed traveling to all their sporting events and activities.

Surviving is his wife of 20 years, Teresa Spencer; his children, Jenny Schmitt (Scott), Chris Spencer (Nichola), Heather Wathen (Justin) and Lindsay Tempel (Jacob); siblings, Lynn Spencer (Janet), Bobby Spencer (Judy), Terri Phegley (Jay) and Betty Northenor; brother-in-law, Bill Bunner; and grandchildren, Nathan, Camryn and Hunter Schmitt, Shayne Spencer, Liam, Logan and Landon Wathen, Connor and Alexander Tempel.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Donna (Ramsey) Spencer in 2001, and a sister, Marian Bunner in 2021. “Together we celebrate his life, remembering and honoring his legacy of character, faith and integrity.”

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Tunnel Hill Free Methodist Church in English. Pastor Adam Stroud will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery in Tell City.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024 from 12:00-8:00 PM CDT at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel and on Saturday from 8:00-10:00 AM CDT at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Tell City, Perry Central or Corydon Central Athletics.

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Catherine Myers - January 02, 1942 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Ferdinand, Indiana

Catherine Myers, 82, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024 at her home in Ferdinand.

She was born in Perry County on January 2, 1942, daughter of William and Susan (Hudson) Merkley.

Catherine was a 1960 graduate of Bristow High School.

Surviving is her daughter, Cynthia Harris and husband, John of Otwell; sisters, Terry Alexander (Warren), Rome and Darlene VanHoosier, St. Meinrad and her cat, Baby Girl.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Jerry Ray Myers in 2018 and brothers, Edward, Herman “Bud”, Raymond “Gary” and David Merkley.

Private burial will take place at Troy Cemetery at a later date.

Huber Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to your local Humane Society.

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Allen Kast - August 18, 1936 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana

Allen V. Kast, 87, passed away on April 8, 2024.

He was born in Washington, D.C. on August 18, 1936 to Clemens and Priscilla (Martin) Kast.

A 1954 graduate of Tell City High School, Allen retired in 1998, as a purchasing agent, from Maxon Marine where he had worked for over 31 years. He had previously worked at Tell City Chair Company, O’Neal Steel, and finished his work career at Southern Industrial Contractors.

He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and had been a member of Hoosier Heights Country Club and Tell City Kiwanis. Allen enjoyed playing golf, traveling and following his grandchildren in their sports and academic achievements.

While a resident at Oakwood, he liked their resident activities and always tried to encourage others to participate, especially when it came to playing euchre.

Surviving are his children, Joan Esarey (Gary) and Janet Wagner (Chris); brother, Daryl Kast and grandchildren, Kris Kast, Lindsay Kast, Ryan Pfeifer, Cody Pfeifer (Kasi), Jessica Campbell (Travis) and Amanda Wagner (Eric Faulkenberg); and great grandchildren, Kinley and Jacelyn Pfeifer and Beckett Pfeifer.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Nancy (Jenkins) Kast, in 2005; son, Jeff Kast; grandson, Andy Kast and siblings, Jervis Kast and Belle Schaefer and Imelda Kast, in infancy.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Tony Hollowell will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Thursday from 3:00-7:00 PM and Friday 8:30-9:30 AM at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church, Heart to Heart Hospice or Oakwood Health Campus Activity Fund.

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Matt Weber - June 02, 1979 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Lamar, Indiana

Matthew S. “Matt” Weber, 44, passed away on April 8, 2024.

He was born in Tell City on June 2, 1979 to Cletus and Linda (Masterson) Weber.

Matt was a graduate of Tell City High School and was currently working at ATTC for over nine years. He had also worked at McDonald’s in Tell City, since the age of 15 where his mother was the manager for several years.

If you knew Matt, you knew he loved three things in life, shooting pool with his Owensboro pool league, his Bronco and his dog, Artie. He had been an avid bowler and was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears.

Surviving are his parents, Cletus and Linda Weber, Lamar; brothers, Wes Weber (Sarah), Martinsville, Doug Weber, Columbus and Jeff Weber, Mulberry and two nieces, Saige and Sienna Weber.

Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Eugene and Dorothy Masterson and Fritz and Libby Weber.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Santa Claus. Rev. Crispine Adongo will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Martin Cemetery, Chrisney.

Visitation will be on Thursday from 3:00-7:00 PM at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel and on Friday from 9:00-10:00 AM at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Martin Cemetery or Spencer County Humane Society. Condolences for Matt’s family may be left at huberfuneralhome.net

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Dorothy James - November 10, 1924 - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Leopold, Indiana

Dorothy M. James, 99, formerly of Perry County, passed away on April 7, 2024, at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Dorothy had lived in Louisville for several years after her husband, Lloyd, passed away.

She was born in Buffalo, New York on November 10, 1924, daughter of Thaddeus and Valeria (Krawczyk) Jaworski. She met her husband during WWII and moved with him and their two children to Perry County in 1959. She was quick to make friends and thought of Perry County as her home.

Dorothy retired in 1994 from Bacon’s Department Store in Louisville. While she lived in Perry County, she was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and had worked at Dauby’s Department Store and GE.

Dorothy enjoyed spending time with her family above all else and had a huge part in the upbringing of her four beloved grandchildren.

Surviving are her two children, Gary James and wife, Debbie, and Karen Barnhart and husband, Doug, all of Louisville; grandchildren, Holly Barger (Brian), Andrew Kent, Jessica Grego (Mike) and Evan James (Morgan) and great grandchildren, Charlie and George Barger, and Arthur and Mary Grego. She was also the beloved aunt to several nephews and nieces in the Buffalo, NY area, who will miss her vibrant spirit and caring heart very much.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her beloved husband, Lloyd, in 1985 and her nine siblings, Vi, Rose, Rita, Mary, Walter, Joe, Matt, Mike and Sam.

A private graveside service will be held at St. Augustine Church Cemetery. Father Brian Esarey will officiate.

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Steven Weatherholt - February 19, 1954 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Cannelton, Indiana –

Steven E. Weatherholt, 70, passed away on April 3, 2024.

He was born in Key West, Florida, on February 19, 1954.

Steve enjoyed his Facebook friends, spending time on the computer, and being with his dog, Mercedes.

Surviving are his siblings, Brenda McDonald (Harry), Kenny Weatherholt, Darrell Litherland, Debra White and several nieces and nephews.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Geneva Litherland and James Edward Weatherholt and a brother, John Litherland.

Funeral services will be at 7:00 PM CDT on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel, with Brother Harry McDonald officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 PM on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Berean Baptist Church.

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Nathan Gwin - January 15, 1978 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana –

Nathan A. Gwin, 46, passed away, unexpectedly, on April 3, 2024.

He was born in Tell City and always looked forward to spending time with his wife, Teresa; his primary caregiver. He loved to go fishing, hunting, camping and work on cars. But most of all, he enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with his family.

Surviving him is his wife, Teresa (Schaad); children, Jessie Sagracy, Deanna Wittman (Levi) and John Sagracy, Jr. (Megan); grandchildren, Archer and Addalynn Wittman and Saige and Axton Sagracy; father, Keith Carver; step father, Terry Lawalin; brother, Dennis Carver (Amy) and nieces and nephews. His mother, Bonnie (Kendall) Lawalin preceded him in death.

A private Celebration of Nathan’s Life will be held at a later date. Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel, is assisting his family with these arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to his wife and children.

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Nathan Gwin - January 15, 1978 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana –

Nathan A. Gwin, 46, passed away, unexpectedly, on April 3, 2024.

He was born in Tell City and always looked forward to spending time with his wife, Teresa; his primary caregiver. He loved to go fishing, hunting, camping and work on cars. But most of all, he enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with his family.

Surviving him is his wife, Teresa (Schaad); children, Jessie Sagracy, Deanna Wittman (Levi) and John Sagracy, Jr. (Megan); grandchildren, Archer and Addalynn Wittman and Saige and Axton Sagracy; father, Keith Carver; step father, Terry Lawalin; brother, Dennis Carver (Amy) and nieces and nephews. His mother, Bonnie (Kendall) Lawalin preceded him in death.

A private Celebration of Nathan’s Life will be held at a later date. Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel, is assisting his family with these arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to his wife and children.

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Ronnie James - June 21, 1951 - April 02, 2024

Departed: 04/02/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die; a time to plant and a time to pluck up what is planted...a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.” Branchville, Indiana -

Ronald (Ronnie) E. James was born June 21, 1951, to Willard and Myrtle (Wheatley) James and passed away April 2, 2024, at the age of 72.  He graduated from Perry Central High School in 1969. He joined the United States Army in 1969 and served in Germany for 2 years,  achieving the rank of Sergeant.  On July 1, 1972, he married the love of his life Elizabeth (Beth) Alvey and to this union five children were born, Chad, Robby, Jami, Niki, and Keith.

Ronnie worked for Tell City Chair Company and then spent over 30 years at the Branchville Correctional Facility where he retired with the rank of Captain.   He was awarded the IDOC Hall of Honor by the Correctional Training Institute because of his leadership and how he led his team.  He was honest, treated all staff with respect and motivated others to action. Ronnie was also active at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Leopold and served on the parish council and was an usher.  He also was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1172.  Ronnie also served as a supervisor for 30 years on the Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Board.  Ronnie and Beth hosted a No Till Field Day for the board.  He was passionate about conserving our resources and taking care of the land. Ronnie loved his farm and taking care of his crops and animals.  He implemented many of the conservation beliefs on his own farm.

Ronnie and Beth hosted Easter every year for the James and Alvey families which is a lot of people and enjoyed the food, the games and the love of family.  Family was important to Ronnie and his love was shown through practical jokes and funny stories.  He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren participate in their many activities.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Beth, his grandson Noah James, his siblings Larry James, Karen Ann Etienne, Cheryl Lynn Redden, Tina Purcell and Kevin James.

Ronnie is survived by his children: Chad James(Katie Reardon), Robby (Amy) James, Jami (Rodney) Smith, Niki (Doug) Brown, and Keith (Jennifer) James; his grandchildren, Taylor (Hallie) James, Parker James, Eli (Hannah) James, Abigail James, Davin Smith, Trenton Smith, Alea Smith, Logan Brown, Caitlyn Brown, Hayden Brown, Isabelle Brown, Owen James and Brennan James; siblings, Joe Wayne James (Darlene), Kenny James (Donna), Randy James (Rhonda), Earlene "Eny" Preher (Bobbie), Paul James (Anne), and Eletta Bryant (Kyle) as well as several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 5th, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with burial in St. Augustine Cemetery.  Rev. Brian Esarey will preside. The visitation will be on Thursday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Friday from 9 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.  at Huber Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Augustine Catholic Church.

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Jerry Merritt - July 05, 1937 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana -

Jerry E. Merritt, 86, passed away on March 31, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh.

He was born in Eureka, Indiana on July 5, 1937, son of Leonard and Sadie (Ruark) Merritt.

A U.S. Army veteran, Jerry retired from National Southwire Aluminum after 30 years. He loved spending time in nature, often feeding the animals by hand that would visit his yard. Jerry enjoyed reading Louis La’Mour westerns, shooting pool, playing euchre, woodworking, fishing, golfing and visiting the Smokey Mountains with his family and watching the antics of his cats, Bob and Lucky.

Surviving is his wife of 58 years, Darlene Merritt; children, Roberta “Bobbie” Sabelhaus, Theresa Galey (Curtis), Tamera Merritt (Mark Brinksneader) and Misty Merritt-Bolin (Tracy); son-in-law, Chris Merritt and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; children, Toby Merritt, Wyman Therber and Shannon Merritt; grandsons, Fred Merritt and Francis Sabelhaus; brother, Bill Merritt; sisters, Laura Katherine Campbell and Dorothy Jean McKeethen and son-in-law, Pat McKinney.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Earl Wayne Miller will officiate. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery with military rites.

Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10:00AM-2:00 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to River’s Edge Animal Shelter.

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Bev Esarey - February 22, 1954 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Tell City)

Obituary Preview: Tell City, Indiana

Our mom, Beverly S. Esarey, 70, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, with us holding her hand. Bravely, she battled cancer for the last eight months.

She was born in Tell City on February 22, 1954, daughter of Ralph and Adah (Hinton) Blinzinger.

A 1972 graduate of Tell City High School, mom worked in the deli at Nobles IGA for several years and retired from Masterbrand, where she met so many people that soon became lifelong friends. Not one to sit still for long, nor be away from people to visit with, she began working at Flowers by Les’a. There, she met some of her dearest friends, where “work” was not work, rather it was a place to visit with customers and be with friends who were more like family to her. If you knew our mom, you knew she loved to socialize and catch up on what was going on in the lives of her friends and family. We never heard her speak unkind words about anyone. With a smile on her face, she always found the good in others; a trait we are proud to say that passed down to her grandchildren. We love her for the example that she always set for them.

A single mother to us, her two daughters, she had a reputation as being a hard worker and never once complained to us in any way. Her work ethic never went unnoticed and made us who we are today.

Mom was an amazing mother, however, that didn’t come close to her favorite role of being called “mammaw”. Her grandson, Noah, was the boy she never had. They spent a lot of time together, sometimes up to no good, wondering what they could buy next that they really didn’t need…. like…. a few chickens at Rural King on a Friday night or maybe pulling out an entire yard of landscaping in an afternoon without asking first whether or not they should. Mom nicknamed Emme her “super girl” granddaughter; making our mom proud of Emme’s dedication and determination in her academics and athletics. Those two were crazy about U.K. basketball!! Mom never hesitated to share advice with Emme, who often called her mammaw her best friend. Mom’s granddaughter, Kendall or “buggy” shared our mom’s love of animals, often bringing them home, from alongside the road, to care for them until they could survive on their own again. Mom was also one of Kendall’s biggest fans, whether at the softball field or on the basketball court. She encouraged Kendall to excel in the classroom as well.

We will always be appreciative of her dedication to her family; daughters, Jennifer Lane (Doug) and Jamie Lawson (Jeff Litherland); her beloved grandbabies, Noah Hoesli (Taylor Goffinet), Emerson Hoesli and Kendall Lane; a brother, Carl Blinzinger (Liz); sister-in-law, Barbara Blinzinger; niece and nephew, Courtney Lamon (Teddy) and Derek Blinzinger (Tessa) and their kids, Kaia, Leightyn and Brooks. It comforts us to know that mom is with her parents and her brother, Kenny, once again. They have lots to catch up on.

We want to give a heartfelt thank you to Heart to Heart Hospice for everything they did at a minute’s notice, especially Sara Vaal and Stephanie Cooper, who we consider to be angels on earth.

“Bev’s” visitation will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024, from 4:00-8:00 PM CDT at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Funeral services will be private with burial in Deer Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

She would always be found supporting her granddaughters at their sporting events. In her memory, consider making a contribution to Tell City Jr.- Sr. High School Girls Basketball or Tell City Lady Marksmen Softball. We would appreciate friends and family leaving a favorite memory of our mom with us at www.huberfuneralhome.net

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Jeanette Boutcher - May 25, 1951 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Tell City)

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Jeanette Boutcher, 72, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

She was born in Evansville on May 25, 1951, daughter of John and Trecy (McDaniel) Boutcher who have since preceded her in death.

Jeanette enjoyed listening to music and had fond memories of camping with her family. Several years ago, she had worked at McDonald’s and especially enjoyed working at Holiday World.

Jeanette is survived by her sister, Joyce Wiseman (Charles), Cedar Springs, Michigan; nephews, C.J. Wiseman (Sara), Muskegon, Michigan and Matthew Wiseman (Kayla), Cedar Springs, Michigan and aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel, with burial in New Cliff Cemetery in Cannelton. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until service time. Andrea Hempfling Keller will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to ResCare of Evansville, Indiana.

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Kenny Barker - August 28, 1964 - March 16, 2024

Departed: 03/16/2024 (Tell City)

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Kenny Barker, 59, passed away, unexpectedly, on March 16, 2024.

He was born in Franklin, Indiana, on August 28, 1964. A 1982 graduate of Perry Central High School, Kenny married Annette Schraner on October 11, 2001 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee. He enjoyed fishing, racing, traveling, motorcycles and helping with TNT bass fishing tournaments. Kenny will always be remembered as a family man with a good work ethic, rarely complaining and always thankful for what life had given him. He loved to work and was employed as a multi-craft electrician at Commonwealth in Hawesville, Kentucky, more recently known as Aleris. Kenny had also carried his work cooler, he named Oscar, into Waupaca and General Electric.

Kenny and Annette offered a loving and welcoming home to many, especially to their children, Brandon Barker (Laura), Clint Wheatley (Melissa), Samantha Barker, Kaleb Barker, Lisa Ramos (Noel), Kenneth Wheatley, Nathaniel Barker, Kristal Barker, Drew Barker, Kiria Barker, Angelina Calvo (Oliver), Logan Wheatley, Lucas Wheatley, Ryan Barker (Megan), Megan Barker, Cassandra Barker, Sierra Barker and Bryson Vandevender. They often, fondly, referred to him as “Kenny Barker”, as to not confuse him with their brother.

Also surviving are his mother, Connie Craig; brothers, Tony Barker (Kim), Jerry Craig (Missy); sister, Joyce Brandle (Donnie) and 22 grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were Earl Barker, Charles Craig and a brother, David Barker.

Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM CDT on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until service time.

Memorial contributions may be given to Perry Central Athletics.

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Rose Parker - December 23, 1930 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Tell City)

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Rose Z. Parker, 93, passed away on March 13, 2024.

She was born in Tell City, daughter of William J. and Oma M. (Kluesner) Goffinet.

Rose was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and she liked to sew, crochet, garden, and making crafts. She enjoyed babysitting and was appreciated for being a caregiver for the elderly. Rose had a pleasant personality, was always friendly and loved to joke, an inherited trait of her children as well. Nothing meant more to her than her family, as she always looked forward to their visits, especially ones from her grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Sheila Travis (Ned), Donna Irey, Steve Parker (Loretta), Pat Harpenau (Dale), Jenny Messmer (Stan), Annette Parker and Barbara Steen (Brian) and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Hilarion Goffinet, Rita Mitchell, Preston Goffinet, Loretta Heaser Kujak, Betty Jacob Holman, Jean King, and Annette “Toots” Owen; grandchildren, Taryn Harpenau, Matthew Conen and Adam Beckman and a great granddaughter, Kearstin Parker.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, March 15, 2024, at St. Paul Catholic Church with burial in St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM on Friday at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Rev. Kolbe Wolniakowski will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church or River’s Edge Animal Shelter.

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Derrel "Junior" Flamion - November 30, 1941 - March 08, 2024

Departed: 03/08/2024 (Tell City)

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Derrel S. “Junior” Flamion, Jr., 82, passed away on March 8, 2024, peacefully at his home, surrounded by family and dear friends.

He was born on November 30, 1941, the son of Derrel, Sr. and Hazel (Graves) Flamion.

On August 27, 1966, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Junior was united in marriage to Carol Quinlin. Together, they shared their lives for 57 years.

He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus #1172.

Junior graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Oakland City and obtained his Master’s from Indiana University. He began his teaching career in 1965 at Perry Central Schools, which was the last year of the old school building. There, he dedicated his life to teaching and enjoyed all Commodore sporting events. You could find him on the sideline at football games with the "chain gang", at the score table at basketball games, keeping times at track meets, and he was involved with Perry Central yearbook committee and Academic Teams.

Junior looked forward to putting up his martin boxes and sitting and watching them every evening. He enjoyed IU basketball, going to NASCAR races with friends, playing golf , hunting and fishing. Much of his time was spent attending events his grandchildren participated in. Junior was an avid gardener and loved going to auctions.

Surviving is his wife of 57 years, Carol Flamion; his son, Kelly Flamion (La Dawn); daughter, Shannon Kratzer (Stacy); grandchildren, Jordyn Flamion and Alec and Cayden Kratzer; siblings, Brenda Pund (Joe), Kenny Flamion (Jane), Trudy Esarey (Norvin), Jerry Flamion (Beth), Ramona Simpson (Larry), Kevin Flamion (Debra) and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to give a very special “thank you” to Heart to Heart Hospice, who were always amazing with the care they provided to Junior.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Rev. Brian Esarey will officiate.

Visitation will be on Monday, March 11th from 2:00-8:00 PM with a K of C memorial service at 7:30 PM, and on Tuesday from 8:30-9:15 AM at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Sandy Tinsley - March 31, 1948 - March 07, 2024

Departed: 03/07/2024 (Tell City)

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Sandra L.” Sandy” Tinsley, 75, passed away on March 7, 2024.

She was born on March 31, 1948 to Ernest William and Marjorie Joyce (Huck) Schwartz.

In her younger years, Sandy was an avid water skier and loved to be around water, whether it was the ocean or the Ohio River.

Sandy enjoyed traveling with her wife, Lee. They visited several places in the United States and internationally, including Nicaragua and Paris.

Sandy was a great cook and loved making meals for her family. She was very kind and enjoyed her family and friends.

Sandy was a member of the Perry County Humane Society.

Surviving is her wife, Lee Smith, Tell City; daughters, Michelle Malcomson, Tell City, and Mindy Ahl (Steve), Tobinsport; a brother, Kenny Schwartz (Bonnie); grandchildren, Jacob Malcomson (Kelsey), Caleb Malcomson, Isaac Ahl and Gavin Ahl, and two great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 11th from 4:00-7:00 PM and Tuesday from 9:00 AM until service time at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Perry County Humane Society.

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Joe Adkins - May 12, 1949 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Tell City)

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Joe Adkins, 74, passed away on March 4, 2024 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.

He was born on May 12, 1949 in Owensboro, Kentucky to James and Effie “Thelma” (Cambron) Adkins, who precede him in death.

Joe graduated from Cannelton High School, in 1967 and also from Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. He was a police officer for the Tell City Police Department, retiring in 2013 and served the people of Perry County as deputy coroner for many years. Joe was currently working as an attendant at Super Wash Car Wash. There, he could do what he truly loved, which was visiting with people, especially talking about old times around town. He also enjoyed meeting with his buddies every morning at McDonalds for breakfast.

Joe was a corvette enthusiast. He would typically make his on-call schedules at work around a car show or corvette event. He was a member of the Corvette Lovers of Owensboro, Corvettes of Bowling Green and was a lifetime member of the National Corvette Museum. Joe was also a member of the Indiana State Sheriffs’ Association.

Surviving are his children, Cindy Herrmann (‘Pork”), Bob Adkins (Bobbie) and Ron Adkins, all of Tell City; his companion, Jeanie George, Tell City; sisters, Bonnie Wene, Soddy Daisy, TN and Sharon Alvey (Ronnie), Indianapolis; grandchildren, Evan "Skippy" Adkins, James Adkins (Jaylynn Bryant), Lainey Rose and Rylan Monroe Adkins and Jeff Kendall.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM CST on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Ronnie Alvey will officiate. Burial will follow in Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Hawesville, KY.

Visitation will be on Thursday from 3:00-7:00 PM and Friday from 9:00-11:00 AM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Perry County Coroner’s Office.

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Marcie Sommer - July 21, 1964 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Tell City)

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Marcella L. “Marcie” Sommer, 59, passed away on March 4, 2024 at Linda White Hospice in Evansville, surrounded by her family.

She was born on July 21, 1964, daughter of Blead Edward and Sylvia “June” (Elverd) Applegate.

Marcie had worked at Commercial Filters until her health no longer allowed her to do so.  She enjoyed all sorts of crafts and liked following craft shows online. Nothing meant more to Marcie than visits from her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Barbie Lindsey, Terre Haute, Chris Sommer and Kristy Gebhard, both of Tell City; brother, Mike Applegate, Cannelton; sisters, Stephanie Thompson (Mark), Cannelton and Kelly Claxton, Evanston; grandchildren, Katie, Drake, Abigail, Connor and August, Patience and Creed and Nolan and Nathan.

Marcie is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Urban Sommer, in 2014; a brother, Mark Applegate; sisters, Shannon Harding and Donna Meredith and a granddaughter, Lydia.

There will be no services as requested by Marcie. Huber Funeral Home is assisting her family with arrangements. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Marcie’s husband, Urban Sommer and her granddaughter, Lydia Haycraft.

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Mary C. Merkle - December 12, 1945 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Tell City)

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Mary C. Merkle, 78, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, Kentucky.

She was born on December 12, 1945 to Claude and Audrey (Nix) Cartwright in Patesville, Kentucky.

For more than 15 years, Mary was the owner of Mary’s Porcelain Figurines, formerly in Patesville, retiring in 1993. She enjoyed painting, ceramics, collecting trains, vegetable and flower gardening and working in her yard.

Surviving are her children, Tina Boling, Bowling Green, KY, Crystal Merkle, Horse Branch, KY, Lafey Blair (Debbie), Utica, KY and Randall Blair, Hawesville, KY and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Billy, Claudie, Roger and Mitchell Cartwright; sisters, Sadie Shrader, Nellie Smith and Linda Windham; grandchildren, infant twins, Matthew and Amanda Blair and Nathaniel Lee Merkle, also in infancy.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM CST on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until service time on Tuesday at the funeral Home.

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Darla D. Groves - June 27, 1934 - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Tell City)

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Darla D. Groves, 89, passed away on February 29, 2024.

She was born on June 27, 1934 to Hugo and Beatrice (Schneider) Mullis.

Darla was a 1952 graduate of Tell City High School and was united in marriage on May 26, 1956 to Frank Groves, at St. Paul Catholic Church. Darla retired from General Electric where she had been employed for over 25 years.

Darla was a member of St. Paul and volunteered on the funeral luncheon committee. She was also a member of Daughters of Isabella and the Red Hat Society’s “Perry Wrinkles”. Darla also worked at the polls during election time.

She enjoyed gospel and country music, playing Shang Hai and Yahtzee with friends, reading, working jigsaw puzzles, being outdoors, gardening, painting ceramics, making ceramic dolls and following Purdue athletics. Darla loved to spend time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her siblings and their spouses.

Surviving are her children, Dean Groves (Melissa), Tell City, Scott Groves (Janet), Evansville and Julie Dantic (James), Richmond, KY; a brother, Dennis Mullis, Fulda; sister, Barbara Ross, Tell City; grandchildren, Stephanie Taylor (Bryan), Jacob Groves (Zoe), Molly Bonenberger (Zach), Benjamin Dantic and Ivy Atwell (T.J.); great grandchildren, Bryleigh Taylor, Lily Groves, Maisie Groves, Madelyn Bonenberger and another great grandchild due in August.

Preceding her in death were her parents and her husband Frankie Groves.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CDT on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Paul Catholic Church with burial following in St. Mary Cemetery. Father Kolbe Wolniakowski will officiate.

Visitation will be on Monday, March 4, 2024 from 2:00-6:00 PM with a D of I service beginning at 6:00 PM and on Tuesday from 8:30-9:30 AM at Huber Funeral Home, Tell City Chapel.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the funeral arrangements and other details. They can also help people process their grief and provide closure.

What information is typically included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral service, burial, or memorial donations.

Who writes an obituary?

The obituary is usually written by a family member or close friend of the deceased, with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

How long does it take to write an obituary?

The time it takes to write an obituary can vary depending on the complexity and length of the piece. On average, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours to write a well-crafted obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, you can write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows you to reflect on your life and legacy. Many people find it helpful to write their own obituary as part of their end-of-life planning.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed and personalized tribute to the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, you'll typically need to contact the paper's obituary department directly. They will provide you with guidelines on word count, formatting, and deadlines. You can also use online obituary platforms that allow you to submit your obituary directly to multiple newspapers.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to publish an obituary on their website. These platforms often offer additional features such as guest books, photo galleries, and memorial donations.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some papers charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals. Online platforms may offer free or low-cost options.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many newspapers and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help people remember the deceased.

How long does an obituary stay online?

The length of time an obituary stays online varies depending on the platform. Some newspapers archive their obituaries for a certain period of time, while online platforms may keep them available indefinitely.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it's difficult to make changes to an obituary once it's been published in print. However, online platforms may allow you to edit or update the obituary at any time.

What is a memorial donation?

A memorial donation is a gift made in memory of the deceased to a charity or organization that was meaningful to them. This can be a thoughtful way to honor their legacy and continue their impact.

How do I request memorial donations in an obituary?

You can request memorial donations in an obituary by including a sentence or two indicating the charity or organization that the family prefers. You may also want to include information on how to make the donation.

Can I include quotes or poetry in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include quotes, poems, or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased in their obituary. This can add a personal touch and help capture their spirit.

How do I ensure accuracy in an obituary?

To ensure accuracy in an obituary, it's essential to double-check facts such as dates, names, and spellings. You may also want to have multiple people review the draft before submitting it for publication.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, humor can be an appropriate way to celebrate the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure to use good taste and avoid offending anyone who may be grieving.

What is the purpose of an online guest book?

An online guest book allows friends and family members to leave condolences, share memories, and pay tribute to the deceased. It can be a comforting way for people to express their feelings and connect with others who are grieving.

How long does it take for an online obituary to appear?

The time it takes for an online obituary to appear varies depending on the platform. Some websites publish immediately, while others may take several hours or days.

Can I share an online obituary on social media?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to share the obituary on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter. This can be a convenient way to notify friends and family members who may not have seen the traditional newspaper notice.

Is it appropriate to include funeral details in an obituary?

Yes, it's common to include funeral details such as date, time, location, and burial information in an obituary. This helps ensure that everyone knows how to participate in celebrating the life of the deceased.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes, you can still write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with future generations.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for a veteran?

Yes, there are specific guidelines for writing an obituary for a veteran. You may want to include information about their military service, awards or decorations received, and any relevant patriotic organizations they belonged to.

Can I include information about pets in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include information about beloved pets in an obituary. This can be a touching way to acknowledge the importance of these furry friends in the deceased person's life.