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GAMBER, Katherine R.Source: unknown
Katherine R. Gamber, 92, Vincennes, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Dec. 22, 2006. Prior to moving to Vincennes in 2001, she lived in St. Louis, Mo., for 62 years.
She was a woman of strong faith and delighted in sharing her beliefs with others. She faithfully studied her Bible daily and lived out her faith with steadfastness. She had many friends both in the church and community.
She was born on Sept. 3, 1914, in West Alexander, Pa., and was married to Harry D. Gamber on Jan. 24, 1933, who preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 1979.
She is survived by seven children; two daughters, Julia Wehrman of Vincennes and Katherine “Kitty” Grutzmacher of Streamwood, Ill.; five sons, Robert of Berea, Ohio, Charles “Ed” of Slocum, Ala., James of St. Louis, Mo., John of Meridian, Miss., and William of Boston, Mass. She has numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
In Vincennes, the family will receive friends and neighbors from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St. A service and burial will be held in St. Louis, Mo.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Vincennes University Generations Meals-on-Wheels or the American Cancer Society.
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GEHEB, George A.
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Former Vincennes resident George A. Geheb, 52, 2301 Dusseldorf Drive, Evansville, died Sunday, April 9, 2006, in Tell City in a motorcycle accident.
Born Nov. 17, 1953, in Terre Haute, he was the son of George Joseph and Kathryn (Hires) Geheb.
He was a mechanical draftsman for Projects Associates. He was a member of Old Cathedral Catholic Church in Vincennes. He loved to scuba dive and ride his motorcycle. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School.
Survivors include his wife, Janice (Doll) Geheb of Evansville; three daughters, Kathryn Geheb of Evansville, Gretta Geheb of Evansville and Doree Geheb of Evansville; his parents, George and Kathryn Geheb; and brothers and sisters, Margaret Compton of Vincennes, Gregory Geheb of Nashua, N.H., Mary Primus of Lawrenceville, Christine Stinson of Robinson, Ill., Barb Dame of Hazleton, Janet Sievers of Vincennes, Donna Kaiser of Vincennes and Mark Geheb of Demotte.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Susie Kroeger.
The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Old Cathedral Catholic Church, 205 Church St., by the Rev. John Davidson. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Escorts will be his family.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Fredrick and Son Funeral Home, 313 Church St.
Memorial contributions may be made to Relay For Life.
Condolences may be sent online at www.fredrickandson.com.
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GERHART, Margaret
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 13 Mar 1920, page 5
Gerhart
Mrs. Margaret Gerhart, aged about 74 years, died at 8:30 o’clock Friday morning at her home on Allison Prairie. Death was due to heart trouble. She was the widow of the late Jacob Gerhart who preceded her to the grave by three years. The deceased is survived by five daughters and two sons, as follows: Mrs. Dan Lockman of near Lawrenceville; Mrs. Ed Elder, of near Pinkstaff, Mrs. Jeff Mirragh, of Bridgeport, Mrs. Carl Weger, of Flat Rock, Miss Minnie Gerhart, living at home, Sherman Gerhart, a lawyer at Bloomington, Ind., and Tony Gerhart, who lived at home with his mother. Funeral services will be conducted from the Allison Prairie United Brethren church at 10:30 o’clock Sunday morning, Rev. Miller officiating.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GERIN, Mrs. George
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 3 Apr 1920, page 5
Mrs. William T. Heinekamp was called to Brazil, Indiana, to attend the funeral services of her aunt, Mrs. George Gerin. Mrs. Heinekamp will return Saturday.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GILBERT, Anthony "Tony"
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TERRE HAUTE — Anthony “Tony” Gilbert, 17, Edwardsport, formerly of West Terre Haute, died Thursday morning, Sept. 28, 2006, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born Jan. 26, 1989, in Terre Haute, to Trey Gilbert and Machelle (Garrett) Gilbert.
He was a junior at North Knox High School. He had also attended junior high at West Vigo Middle School. He enjoyed playing baseball and had played three years in the Edwardsport Pony League. He also enjoyed skateboarding, hanging out with friends, and bowling. He was a member of the YABA and the USBC at Vigo Bowl in Terre Haute.
Survivors include his father, Trey Gilbert of Terre Haute; his mother and stepfather, Machelle and Donnie Newell of Edwardsport; his brother, Levi Gilbert of Edwardsport; three sisters, Brianne Gilbert of Terre Haute, Libby Newell and Abby Newell both of Washington, Ind.; maternal grandmother, Jane Garrett of West Terre Haute; paternal grandmother, Judy Gilbert of Terre Haute; maternal great-grandmother, Doris Surber of West Terre Haute; stepgrandparents, Carl and Virginia Newell of Sandborn; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, James Garrett and Dick Gilbert.
The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at Fitzpatrick-Pearce Funeral Home, 220 N. Third St., with the Rev. Chris Wilbur officiating. Burial will be in Bethesda Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home.
The family suggests, if friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Tony Gilbert Memorial Fund with envelopes available at the funeral home.
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GILMORE, Cora
Source: Vincennes Sun-Commercial, 21 Feb 1951
MRS. CORA GILMORE OF BICKNELL DIES; RITES THURSDAY
Bicknell, IN — Mrs Cora Ann GILMORE, 72, died at her home, 926 Indiana Street, at 5:30 a m Tuesday. She had been ill the past three years but serious only three months.
Mrs. Gilmore was born August 12, 1878 in Daviess County, daughter of William J. (sic) and Louise (sic) SMITH HEDRICK. She was married to Benjamin Gilmore December 13, 1894. The husband with two daughters, Mrs. Ruth CHASTAIN (sic) of Bicknell, & Mrs. Eva SMITH of Niagara Falls, N Y, survive. Also surviving are three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a brother, Charles HEDRICK, of Wheatland.
She was a member of the Wheatland Christian Church.
Funeral services will be conducted from the Poindexter & Wampler funeral home at 2 p m Thursday, Rev. Fred Parsons officiating. Burial will be in the IOOF cemetery.
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GLASS, Marlin Keith
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 13 Mar 1920, page 5
Glass
Marlin Keith Glass died at the home of his parents, Ellis and Robertine Glass, 616 North Twelfth street at 4:55 o’clock Friday afternoon, at the age of sixteen months. Death was due to pneumonia. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Roger L. and Harold Glass, and one sister, Mary Helen Glass. The funeral will probably be held Sunday.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GLASS, Mary Lucille
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Mary Lucille Glass, 89, 3118 Hillcrest Road, Vincennes, died at 9:43 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, 2006, at Lodge of the Wabash.
Born Sept. 17, 1917, in Knox County, she was the daughter of Russell and Mary Ann (Jones) Cockerham.
Mary was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church. She was an avid bowler and was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
Her husband, Harold L. Glass Sr., is deceased. She was also preceded in death by three sons, William G. “Bill” Glass, Robert David Glass, and Russell Keith Glass; an infant sister, Edna Cockerham; a brother, Homer Cockerham; and her parents, Russell and Mary Ann (Jones) Cockerham.
Survivors include a son, Harold L. Glass Jr. and his wife, Mary E., of Vincennes; six grandchildren, Carol Halter, John Glass, David Glass, Brad Glass, Lori Glass, and Cyndi Glass; seven great-grandchildren, Jeff Halter, Mike Halter, Matt Halter, Kevin Glass, Karen Glass, Catrina Glass, and T.J. Glass; three stepgrandchildren, Karla Johnson, Tony Salts and Tonya Dassel; four stepgreat-grandchildren, Kennedy Salts, Jakob Dassel, Hanna Dassel, and Carrie Dassel; and daughters-in-law, Vickie Glass of Vincennes and Linda Glass of Evansville.
The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St., by the Rev. John DeSanto. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Vincennes.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
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GLASS, Robert David
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Robert David Glass, 66, 2900 Eastbrook Drive, Evansville, passed away at 11:47 p.m. CST Wednesday, March 15, 2006, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville.
He was born Oct. 3, 1939, in Vincennes, to Harold Lee Glass Sr. and Mary Lucille (Cockerham) Glass. David worked as an electrician for the I.B.E.W. and was a 1957 graduate of Lincoln High School. He married Linda Lange on Dec. 15, 1979. She survives. He was dedicated and a best friend to his wife, Linda. He was giving and selfless when it came to making others’ lives more enjoyable. He was completely supportive of Linda’s love of horses and made many sacrifices in helping her achieve her dreams. Her hobbies became his hobbies, and he was all too happy doing them. Dave adored his grandchildren. He participated in all their activities, including cheerleading, art, and scouts. He especially enjoyed taking all four of them places such as Garden of the Gods and the Indianapolis Children’s Museum.
Known well for his love of nature and wildlife, Dave, a Docent at the Evansville Mesker Park Zoo, could often be found watching and feeding wildlife. Once he even slept at the tiger’s cage for two weeks just for the opportunity to name a newborn tiger. He also had a knack for teaching cats how to shake hands.
A lifelong fan of Merle Haggard, Dave enjoyed a broad spectrum of music. Most recently, Hawaiian singer Israel Kamakamwiwo’ole had caught his ear. He played guitar, the ukulele, and enjoyed singing along with his favorite songs to anyone who would listen.
Dave had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He loved reading, listening to audio books, and listening to talk radio. Dave was also an enthusiastic sports fan, with a fervor for local teams. His favorites were basketball and football he even asked for a tape of the IU basketball game minutes after recovering from his heart attack.
Survivors include his wife and mother; three daughters and one son-in-law, Cyndi Glass of Vincennes, Karla Johnson of Vincennes, and Tonya and Kevin Dassel of Honolulu, Hawaii; one son, Anthony Salts of Evansville; one brother, Harold Lee Glass Jr. of Vincennes; and four grandchildren, Kennedy Lange Salts, Karl Jakob Dassel, Hanna Lyn Dassel, and Carrie Elizabeth Dassel. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Laurel Sue Rodarmel Glass; two brothers, William Glass and Russell Glass; and his father.
The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. today at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St., with the Rev. George Varns officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Lighterside Library at Deaconess Hospital, Humane Society, or the American Heart Association.
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GOODMAN, Linder Laverne
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 10 Jun 1920, page 1
LINDER LAVERNE GOODMAN DIED WEDNESDAY EVENING
Linder Laverne Goodman, aged 16 years, died at 2;45 o’clock Wednesday morning at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel T. Goodman, 1015 North Twelth street. Death was caused by pneumonia. He was a trip rider at the Bruceville mine. Linder was born at Mt. Carmel, Ill., but the family has been living here for several years. In addition to his parents he leaves seven brothers and one sister: Cecil, Raymond, Clifford, Carl, Victor and Ethel Goodman, all of Vincennes, and Willis Goodman of Jeffersonville. Funeral services will be conducted from the residence at one o’clock Friday afternoon. Internment will be made in Fairview cemetery.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GOODMAN, Linder Laverne
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 11 Jun 1920, page 1
Goodman Funeral Today.
Funeral services over the remains of Linder L. Goodman, who died early Wednesday morning, will be conducted at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon from the family residence, 1015 North Twelfth street. Interment will be [illegible].
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GOODMAN, Linder Laverne
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 12 Jun 1920, page 7
Goodman.
The funeral services over the remains of the late Lindner Laverne Goodman were conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the residence, 1015 North Twelfth street, Rev. Wood officiating. The following friends served as pallbearers: George and Levi Bultez, Thomas Bedford, Harold Folsom, Roscoe Pruitt and Leroy Sutton. The remains were laid to rest in Fairview cemetery.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GORDON, Elizabeth (Nelson)
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Elizabeth (Nelson) Gordon, 68, of Vincennes, passed away Wednesday October 6, 2010 at Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville.
She was born October 15, 1941 in LaVergne, TN to the late Buford and Addie Kate (Beach) Nelson and has lived in Vincennes for most of her life. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. Elizabeth was a loving wife and mother and had also worked as an Avon representative and at the Elks Country Club as a cook.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Gordon in 1993, a son, Michael Gordon in 1987, a brother Robert L. Nelson, and 3 sisters, Mildred Sims, Josephine Nelson and Cora Nelson.
She leaves behind a son, William Gordon of Lyle Station, IN, 2 brothers, Johnnie B. and George E. Nelson of Nashville, TN and three sisters, Mary E. Maney of Nashville, TN and Juanita and Daralene Nelson both of Lawrenceville, IL.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home 505 Main Street. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit and share memories of Elizabeth with the family on Saturday from noon until the service time.
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GOTT, Sherry L.
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Sherry L. Gott, 67, Vincennes, passed away at 10:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, with her family at her side.
She was born March 26, 1939 in Oaktown, the daughter of Howard Ravellette and Virginia Cline Abluton.
She was a graduate of Lincoln High School and for over 14 years she worked for Kemper Group, CPA's as an income tax auditor.
She was married to Theodore “Ted” Gott for 44 years and he preceded her in death in July 2001.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother and daughter. She was baptized at the North United Methodist Church and she attended St. John Catholic Church with her husband, Theodore, when he was living.
She is survived by her children and their spouses, Steve and Kim Gott, Vincennes, and Melanie and Bruce Self of Monroe City; her mother, Virginia Cline Abluton of Olney; her precious grandchildren, Tonya Stutsman and Jacob Self.
Preceding her in death is one grandchild, Kylie Brooke Self in May 2002.
Funeral services will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the Duesterberg-Fredrick Funeral Home, 524 Vigo St.
Burial will follow where she will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospital/Lincoln Trail Hospice in her memory at the funeral home.
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GRAETER, Mary L.
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 21 Feb 1920, page 5
The remains of Mary L. Graeter will arrive in this city at 10:30 o’clock Saturday morning from Evansville and will be taken at once to Mt. Calvary cemetery where private services will be held. The deceased died Friday morning at Woodmere Hospital, Evansville. She was aged 54 years. Two brothers, George W. Graeter, of this city and John Graeter, living in California, survive.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GRAHAM, Elizabeth
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 8 May 1920, page 1
THREE DAYS OLD DAUGHTER DIES
Elizabeth, the three days old daughter of George and Jane Graham, died at 4:30 o’clock Friday afternoon at the home of her parents on the Hart Street road. The child was born May 4th. Mr. Graham is an instructor at Vincennes university and Mrs. Graham before her marriage was Miss Jane Alsop. The funeral will be held at 5:30 Saturday evening from the residence. Burial will be made in Fairview cemetery.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GRANGER, Rhoda Gazella (Howard)
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Rhoda Gazella (Howard) Granger went home to her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2007. She was born to Georgia (French) and Eddie E. Howard on May 22, 1915, in Pleasant Ridge, Ky., where she helped her father on the tobacco farm. She graduated from Western High School in Owensboro, Ky., and began work there as a nanny shortly after graduation, alternating between there and Columbia, Mo., with the family.
On Dec. 31, 1939, she and John Farrell Granger of Wheatland were married in Indianapolis. Two daughters were born to this union, Gazella Ann and Eleanor Louise. Farrell truly loved “all three of his girls,” and was the “love of Rhoda's life.” She never remarried after his sudden death on Jan. 6, 1958.
Rhoda held several jobs in the years that followed his death. She worked as a short order cook, a housekeeper at Good Samaritan Hospital, and finally for 19 years as a clerk in the mail and duplicating services at Vincennes University from where she retired. While employed at VU, she was beloved by faculty and staff for her ability to complete the work on time and was referred to as “grandmother” by many of their children and the children of the VU Daycare Center.
Rhoda professed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Kentucky. Following her marriage, she moved to Wheatland where she became an active member of the First Baptist Church. She taught Sunday school for children and adults and loved to present inspirational readings at the Christmas and Easter programs. As long as she was able, she regularly attended church services. In her later years, she loved to hear her great-nephew, Brandon Humphries, play the drums during the morning worship services. Rhoda relied on God for everything and found comfort through her faith, especially after the death of her beloved husband. She never failed to tithe.
After retirement, Rhoda took great enjoyment in remodeling her home, gardening, cooking for family and friends, and making jellies to share with others. Her greatest joy, however, was always her love of God and family.
While she loved being in her home, she looked forward to an annual fall trip with her daughter, Eleanor, to visit her granddaughter, Krista, in Chicago, Ill., and later trips to Raleigh, N.C., to visit both granddaughters, Krista and Dana. Rhoda also shared a very special relationship with the late Floyd “Mike” Granger, who from the time of his birth became like a son, and she overcame her fear of water to visit him and his family in Virginia and Florida where he was stationed with the U.S. Navy. Glaucoma forced her to give up driving at the age of 85, and she tremendously missed the independence this provided her. Neighbors Paul, Kay and Carleen Turner, the late LeRoy Granger and his wife, Ernestine, Debbie, Amanda and Heather Orchard helped her as she had helped them in her earlier years. She loved people and sharing over the telephone.
On Feb. 15, 2005, her hip broke. Although she had a hip replacement, she was unable to regain her ability to walk independently and spent the remainder of her life at BridgePointe Health Campus in Vincennes. While residing there, she enjoyed her exercise and rehabilitation sessions, the social activities and attended church services. She especially enjoyed her weekly beauty and manicure sessions and looked forward to visits from her family and friends. Visits from the staff's children and grandchildren and from a prior co-worker and friend, Alberta Talbott, were special to her.
Rhoda leaves to cherish her memory two daughters and sons-in-law, Gazella Ann Summitt (Paul), and Eleanor Granger-White (James). She loved her sons-in-law and all the special attention they gave to her. She loved being “Me-Me” to her granddaughters, Krista Elaine Summitt and Dana Leigh Summitt, both of Raleigh, N.C., and dearly loved her role as “great-grandma” to her great-grandson, Keegan Farrell Summitt. She was also happy to include in her family two stepgrandchildren, Allison White of Indianapolis and Desmond White of Los Angeles, Calif., and stepgreat-grandchildren, Olivia and Eva White of Indianapolis.
Rhoda is survived by one brother, W.A. Howard and his wife, Modestine, of Owensboro; and many nieces and nephews, Joyce Davidson, James M. Granger Jr., Janet M. (Granger) Ross, Robert F. Granger and his wife, Joyce, Phyllis Monon and her husband, Paul, Robert Darden, Betty Lou Howard, William Mason, Frank Mason and his wife, Joanne, Lester Thompson M.D., and his wife, Lori, Chamlin Howard and his wife, Sherylin, William Howard and Brenda C. Howard. There are a host of great-nieces and nephews and cousins.
A brother, Mansion Howard; and three sisters, Zadia Howard Thompson, Lucille Howard Mason and A'Ver Howard Jackson preceded Rhoda in death.
The funeral will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church, 321 E. Adams St., Wheatland.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St., and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will follow in the Wheatland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wheatland First Baptist Church or Vincennes University Foundation.
Arrangements were handled by Goodwin Funeral Home.
The service times for Rhoda Gazella (Howard) Granger in Wednesday's edition of the Sun-Commercial contained an error. These are the correct times.
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GRAY, Herman A.
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 23 Mar 1920, page 1
BABY GRAY DIES
Herman A. Gray, the year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Morton Gray, living on the Simpson Nurseries, died at 5:30 o’clock Monday evening, death being due to a complication of diseases. Besides his parents he leaves a little brother and a little sister. The remains will be taken to Shaols early Wednesday morning where the funeral will be held.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GRAY, Robert Morton
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Robert Morton Gray, 61, Brazil and Barren Lake, Ky., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009.
He was born May 19, 1948, in Vincennes to James H. and Ruby M. (Beatty) Gray who preceded him in death.
He is survived by one brother, Carman E. Gray (Nancy) of Avon; one sister, Donna Glenn (Bob) of Vincennes; nieces Lynn Smith of New Ross, Sherry Houck (Stacey) of Newburgh; and nephews Richard Reilly Jr. (Monica) of Carmel and Philip Reilly (Allison) of Lorton, Va.
Bob graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966, where he was a percussionist in the LHS band, attended Vincennes University and was a member of the Vincennes Masonic Lodge. He was retired from Allisons in Indianapolis and enjoyed hunting.
Special people in Bob’s life include Mary Jo Zimmer of Indianapolis, Norma Jean Asbury of Barren Lake, Ky., and Steve Bowman of Vincennes.
There will be no visitation or service. Bob’s ashes will be scattered over his beloved farm at a later date.
Arrangements were handled by Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St.
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GRIFFIN, Albert Eugene
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Albert Eugene Griffin, 82, 1810 Buntin St., Vincennes, died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday, June 18, 2006, at Willow Manor Nursing Home in Vincennes.
Born Sept. 14, 1923, in Murphysboro, Ill., he was the son of Glen and Mary (Moss) Griffin.
Mr. Griffin worked as the head mechanic for ARKLA Industries in Evansville. He was a World War II Army veteran. His memberships included the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Eagles Lodge.
Survivors include his wife, Fern (Williams) Griffin of Vincennes, whom he married Nov. 8, 1947; one sister, Marjie Lipe of Carbondale, Ill.; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Mary (Moss) Griffin; and two brothers, Glen Griffin and Jess Griffin.
The funeral will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway St. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
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GRIFFITH, Marie (Sanneman)
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Marie (Sanneman) Griffith, 96, formerly of Autumn Ridge Apartments, died at 1:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, 2007, at Crestview.
Born Dec. 13, 1910, in Knox County, she was the daughter of William H. and Catherine (Bilskie) Sanneman.
She was a homemaker and a sales clerk at S.S. Kresky.
Her husband, S.W. Griffith, preceded her in death in 1970.
Survivors include a stepson, Shelley F. Griffith, M.D., and his wife, Judy, of Athens, Tenn.; her cousin and caregiver, Jean and Joe Sanneman of Vincennes; two grandchildren, Lauren Trew and her husband, Scott, of Severna Park, Md., and Katherine “Kara” Carter and her husband, David, of Knoxville, Tenn.; two great-granddaughters; and several cousins.
A graveside service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Fairview Cemetery in Vincennes.
Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at Fredrick and Son Funeral Home, 313 Church St.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.fredrickandson.com.
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GRIGGS, John Jefferson
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 9 Mar 1920, page 1
DIES AT HOME IN BRIDGEPORT
Mr. John Griggs, well known to his friends and acquaintances as “Jack,” died at 7:50 o’clock Monday evening at his home in Bridgeport, Illinois. He was the only son of Joseph Griggs of this city. He leaves a wife and daughter, Nellie; also one sister, Mrs. Gillespie of Bridgeport. Mr. Griggs suffered a stroke of paralysis two weeks ago, which proved fatal. No funeral arrangements have as yet been made.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GRIGGS, John Jefferson
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 14 Mar 1920, page 6
Griggs.
J. J. Griggs, who two weeks ago suffered a stroke of paralysis, died at his home on East Chestnut street Monday night at 8 o’clock. At the time of the stroke it was known to be only a matter of time, yet there was a hope that something might happen to relieve him of his suffering and restore a partial use of himself again, says the Bridgeport Leader. The following obituary was read at the funeral.
Biography
John Jefferson Griggs, son of Joseph T. and Malissa Williams Griggs deceased was born in the Northwest part of Lawrence county, Illinois, September 30, 1877, and has spent all of his life in this County, 24 years were spent on the home place. On February 28, 1900 he was united in marriage to Miss Emma J. Nell, who with one daughter, Miss Nellie, survive the husband and father taken away. The oldest child born to the union lived less than a day. Two years after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Griggs came to this community, where they have resided ever since.
Some five years ago Mr. Griggs erecting the splendid garage on Main and embarked in the automobile business. He continued the business until over two years ago, when failing health compelled his retirement. since [sic] that time he has never been himself physically.
There are left to mourn, his father, wife, daughter, a sister, Mrs. C. Gillespie, and many other relatives. Besides these he leaves a large circle of friends who feel keenly this untimely death.
Mr. Griggs was a man of kind disposition, whose interest extended to all classes alike. Death never came into a home in Bridgeport too humble for him to take his car or cars and assist in the funeral.
His family has suffered an irreparable loss and the community one who place it will not be easy to fill. Mr. Griggs’ age at death was 42 years, 5 months and 8 days.
Funeral services were held at the Christian church yesterday at 2:30 p. m., conducted by Rev. L. W. Porter, assisted by Elder C. L. Doty, after which internment was made in the White House cemetery.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GUILER, Robert Calvin
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 29 Jun 1920, page 5
DEATH CAME SUDDENLY
Robert Calvin Guiler, Well Known Oil Well Driller, Died Monday in Oatsville Oil Field -- Believed to Be Due to Sun-Stroke.
Robert Calvin Guiler, 55 years of age, an oil well driller of 713 North Fourth street, Vincennes, died suddenly at the Oatsville oil field at 10 o’clock Monday morning while at work. It is believed his death was caused by a sun stroke. He suffered a severe sunstroke four years ago and has been troubled with the heat every summer since that time. No funeral arrangements have been made pending the receipt of word from relatives in South Dakota.
Besides the widow, nine children survive, May, a dressmaker of Vincennes, Mrs. Charley McMillan, of Indianapolis; Mrs. Charley Lennard, of Burke, South Dakota, Ray of Akron, O.; Mrs. Maurice Weisert, of Vincennes, Lea, of Vincennes, Sarla of Vincennes; Grace, of Vincennes and Paul, of Vincennes. Two brothers and one sister also survive Ben of Bluffton; Edward of the Kansas oil fields, and Mrs. Earl Baker of Atwater, Illinois.
Mr. Guiler was born in Pleasantville, Pennsylvania. He married Miss Fannie Stahl in 1885. The family has lived in Vincennes for the past twelve years. At the time of his death Mr. Guiler was working for the Gray & Gray Oil Company, of Lawrenceville. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, Loogootee, Indiana.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GUILER, Robert Calvin
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 30 Jun 1920, page 4
Guiler.
Funeral services of Robert Guiler, 713 North Fourth street, who died suddenly Monday while at work in the Oatsville oil fields, will be held at the residence Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. Leonard C. Howe will officiate.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
GULLEDGE, Rebecca K. "Becky"
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LAWRENCEVILLE, Ill. — Rebecca “Becky” K. Gulledge, 58, rural Lawrenceville, died at 10:34 a.m. Monday, Feb. 26, 2007, at Lawrence County Memorial Hospital.
She was retired from United Methodist Village where she worked in medical records.
Survivors include her husband, Glen Gulledge; a son, Ryan Gulledge of Bridgeport; her mother, Norma Jean (Smith) Shidler; two brothers, Vic Shidler of Sumner and Jeff Shidler of Lawrenceville; three sisters, Kathy Boldrey of Olney, Donna Roosevelt of Clay City and Nancy Greentree of Lawrenceville; and two grandchildren.
The funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home, 1303 N. 12th St. Burial will be in Lawrenceville City Cemetery in Lawrenceville.
Visitation will be from noon until service time Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
Condolences may be sent online at www.emmonsmaceysteffey.com.
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GUNIP, Sarah
Source: The Vincennes Commercial, 17 Feb 1920, page 5
FIVE DEATHS AT BICKNELL
Grim Reaper Visits Five Homes Between Saturday and Monday Evenings -- Three Children Left Motherless.
Bicknell, Ind., February 16 -- Death entered five Bicknell homes between Saturday evening and Monday evening.
Mrs. Sarah Gunip died February 15, 6:30 a. m., at the home of her sister, Mrs. Charles Lutz, aged 70 years, 4 months and 15 days. She had been a long, but patient sufferer. Two years and nine months ago she was stricken with paralysis and has since been combined to her bed.
She leaves one sister and two brothers. The sister, Mrs. Charles Lutz, and one brother, Charles Barr, of Bicknell, and the other brother, Thad Barr, of Terre Haute.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. Newlin at 6 p. m. Sunday evening at the home of the sister, Mrs. Charles Lutz, 609 Lawton street, in Maplewood.
The body was taken to Terre Haute on the 6:55 train Monday morning for burial at the Highland cemetery.
Mrs. Hattie Williams, age 38, wife of William H. Williams, died yesterday. Mr. Williams is the son of the man who bought the Ben Rizer store on Indiana street. Mrs. Williams left five children, the eldest thirteen. This child and one other are seriously ill today. Burial will be made this afternoon.
Burial is to be made this afternoon of infant Jennet Dalziel, daughter of David and Jessie Dalziel, of West Third street.
This morning Otis Tincher, aged 21, died at his rooming place at 611 Sixth street. He died of pneumonia. He was the son of Granwell Tincher, on R. R. 3, West Baden, Indiana.
Three children were left motherless today by the death of Effie Weathers, aged 25, wife of W. E. Weathers, who lives on the Wheatland road, south of the American No. 2 mine. He worked at the American No. 2. Two of the children are critically ill.
- submitted by Andrea Rogers-Valen
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