Obituaries

Jan 8, 2026

Penny was born in Stockton, California to Eleanor and Frank Kerkenes and raised by Eleanor and her second husband Gene Bynum. She lived most of her life in the San Joaquin Valley of California before moving to Bloomington, Indiana in the fall of 2020. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked for over thirty years at two local hospitals...

Dec 20, 2025

Jeffrey Scott Litten, 68, of Elletsville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, after a 19-year battle with cancer. He was born on January 14, 1957, in Bloomington, Indiana, to John Raymond and Helen Suzanne (Pitts) Litten of Elletsville. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Jeff is survived by his two children, Casey Beckman...

Nov 28, 2025

We are saddened to share that our beloved Kyle passed away surrounded by loving family on November 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, creativity, and faith.

Born on March 27, 1970 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Kyle grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, where he graduated from Bloomington High School South in 1988. He continued his education at...

Nov 26, 2025

Bridgett Renee Vohland-DiVohl, 47, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away on November 26th in Lexington, Kentucky. Bridgett was born February 16th, 1978 in Greensburg, Indiana.

Bridgett was truly the brightest light, the kind of person who greeted everyone with a warm hug, a radiant smile, and a heart that made people feel seen, heard, and deeply loved. She...

Nov 12, 2025

The Family of Leo Vernon Tyree, II., 69, of Bloomington, mourns his passing on November 12, 2025. Born to Leo Vernon Tyree, I. and Shirley Joann Burkett (Massey) on May 26, 1956.

He is survived by daughter Lynnette Church; grandchildren Jessee Leo Tyree, Ashley Holmes, and Madison Holmes; great-grandchildren Ryker, Octavia, Joxon, Dayze, Delilah, and Bellamy; brother...

Nov 11, 2025

Margaret Mary Cleveland, nee Abram, died November 11, 2025, after a course of Alzheimer's. Margaret, Margie, was born on October 12, 1948, and grew up in Michigan City, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary Abram and her brother Jerome Abram. She is survived by her husband, Jack Land, formerly John Cleveland, and her...

Nov 5, 2025

James "Jai" Jack England, age 49, of Bloomington, Indiana, died peacefully on November 5, 2025. He was born in Angelina County, Texas, on December 28, 1975.

Jai is preceded in death by Terry England and Nedra Fleetwood, and is survived by his loving wife, Angela England, their two children, Lillian and Patrick England, who brought joy and...

Oct 25, 2025

Ronald Keith Stewart, 82, of Bloomington, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born on February 5, 1943, in Solsbury, the son of Herbert Stewart and Margaret Hughes.

Ron graduated from Solsbury High School in 1961, where he served as Senior Class President and played both basketball and baseball. After 35...

Oct 19, 2025

Charlene Kaye Rose, aged seventy-eight, peacefully passed away at her home in Martinsville, Indiana, on October 19, 2025. Born on November 18, 1946, in St Helena, California, to Martin Lushbough, D.O., and Margery Fern Wright, Charlene was a beloved sister to Ramona Rae Walker.

Charlene excelled academically, graduating as valedictorian from North Liberty High School in 1965....

Sep 11, 2025

Dale L. Miller, a resident of Spencer, passed away on September 11, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Miller, and his son, Jeremy Miller. Dale was a proud grandfather to four grandsons and cherished his two great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. After dedicating 24 years of service, Dale retired from General Electric in 2009. He will be...

Sep 8, 2025

David Eakin, Ph.D.

With a broken heart, I share that David passed away on Monday, September 8th.  Humble and kind, he was also known as Dr. E and David Eakin, Ph.D.  There is an irony in me writing David's obituary; he was an eloquent writer with an expansive vocabulary, whereas I tend to be technical and concise.  ...

Sep 8, 2025

James Stewart Roberts, aged 77, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025. Born on March 7, 1948, in West Lafayette, Indiana, James was a beloved husband, brother, and uncle. He is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara Clark, his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Richard DeBondt of Greenville, South Carolina, and his two nephews, Scott and...

Aug 31, 2025

Bertha "Betty" Clark died peacefully at Richland Bean Blossom Nursing Center on August 31, 2025.  Betty was 95 years old. Betty was preceded in death by her parents Ernest and Dorothy (Simon) Clark, sister, Ruth and brothers, Ralph, Robert and Russell Clark.  Betty is survived by several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.  Betty spent most of...

Aug 24, 2025

We are sad to announce, our dad, husband, friend, Alfred James Purdie (Freddie) 87, passed away peacefully, Sunday, August 24, 2025, with his wife, Julie Trimble-Purdie at his side. Freddie was born on the 20th of January 1938 in Midcalder Scotland to James and Agnes (Cormack)Purdie. He has two daughters, Angela Campbell Purdie and Jennifer Anne Purdie and one...

Aug 19, 2025

Marvin D. Moody, the son of Milo and Alma Mounts Moody born in New Harmony, Indiana, on March 13, 1938, passed away at age 87 at his home in Bloomington. A lifelong scholar and educator, Marvin's journey was shaped by a deep love for learning, mentoring and gratitude toward Indiana University.

After graduating valedictorian from New Harmony...

Aug 11, 2025

Vera Glodyne (Deanie) Parrish, 89, of Spencer, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on August 11, 2025, at IU Health Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her family—just two days shy of her 90th birthday.

Born at home in Ellettsville, Indiana, on August 13, 1935, Vera was the daughter of William D. and...

Aug 7, 2025

With broken hearts, we share the unexpected passing of Damien James Memmer, who left this world far too soon on August 7, 2025, at the age of 30. Born on September 13, 1994, Damien brought joy, laughter, and love into every life he touched.

Damien was funny, kind, loving, goofy, spontaneous, strong, uplifting, and far smarter than...

Jul 27, 2025

Evelyn Kay Bennett (Hammond) was born August 31st 1947 to Mildred Flarence Hammond and Herbert Waldon Hammond. She married Gary Bennett and had three sons, Danny (Michelle) Bennett, Michael (Cheryl) Bennett and Butch (Monique) Bennett.  She was proceeded in death by both parents and son, Michael Bennett.

She had several grandchildren , Brandi (Tommy) Oakley, Whitney Payne...

Jul 25, 2025

Donald Ray Ottinger, 95, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25, 2025.

Don was born on June 29, 1930, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Ray William and Hazel L. (Fuller) Ottinger. He grew up in Brownsburg, Indiana, with his sister, Carol Eugenie Ottinger.

He earned his bachelor's degree from...

Jun 30, 2025

Kathi Sue Skehan

December 28, 1955 – June 30, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kathi Sue Skehan. Kathi departed this life suddenly on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Indiana University Hospital in Bloomington, Indiana. She was 69 years young and leaves behind a legacy of strength, humor, and unconditional love. Born...