OBITUARIES

William M. Ervin

William M. Ervin

Aug 13, 2025

William M. Ervin

November 27, 1954 – August 13, 2025

William M. Ervin, age 70, of Shoals, passed August 13, 2025, in Columbus, Indiana. He was born November 27, 1954, in Washington, Indiana, he was the son of John William and Betty (Braun) Ervin.

He was a graduate of Ben Davis High School Class of 1973 and was an HVAC Technician.

Cremation was chosen....

Helen Janice Sterns

Helen Janice Sterns

Aug 10, 2025

Helen Janice (Dwyer) Sterns, 98, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Shoals, IN and North Ft Myers, FL, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Lutheran Life Villages, Pine Valley, in Fort Wayne.

Born May 17, 1927, in Shoals, she was the daughter of Richard and Eva Johnson Dwyer.

She married Donald E. Sterns on July 27, 1946, and he preceded her...

Shirley Ann Wraley

Shirley Ann Wraley

Aug 9, 2025

Shirley Ann (Abel) Wraley, 87, of Shoals, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Daviess Community Hospital, Washington.

Born November 19, 1937, in Shoals, she was the daughter of Ernest Robert and Direthia Ellen (Wininger) Abel.

Shirley attended Shoals High School and was a homemaker.

She married Charles Nelson Wraley on September 3, 1955, at the Loogootee United Methodist Church, and he...

James Michael Qualkenbush

James Michael Qualkenbush

Aug 9, 2025

James Michael “Mike” Qualkenbush, 76, of Shoals, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at his residence with his family by his side.

Born May 23, 1949, in Washington, Indiana, he was the son of James R. And Wilma (Sorrells) Qualkenbush.

Mike was a graduate of Shoals High School with the class of 1969.

He was drafted into the United States Army serving...

Joseph H. Schlaegel

Joseph H. Schlaegel

Aug 3, 2025

Joseph H. Schlaegel

January 12, 1939 - August 3, 2025

Joseph H. “Joe” Schlaegel, 86, of Shoals, formerly of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Sycamore Care Strategies in Loogootee.

Born January 12, 1939, in Massieville, Ohio, he was the son of Joseph P. And Edith (Lewis) Schlaegel.

Joe married Norma Jean Knisley on May 16, 1962 and she preceded...

Murray A. Keyes

Murray A. Keyes

Jul 25, 2025

Murray A. Keyes

July 6, 1931 - July 25, 2025

Murray Allison “Al” Keyes, 94, of Shoals, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Bedford.

Born July 6, 1931, in Denver, Colorado, he was the son of Harold and Gladys (Allison) Keyes.

Al graduated from Southeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri with the class of 1949; University...

Alan Lee Stone

Alan Lee Stone

Jul 24, 2025

Alan Lee Stone

July 5, 1960 - July 24, 2025

Alan Lee Stone, 65, of Shoals, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Born July 5, 1960, in Washington, Indiana, he was the son of Edmond and Barbara (Lundy) Stone.

Alan attended Shoals High School.

He worked in the Conservation Corp, helping build West Boggs State Park.

Alan enjoyed cutting wood, mowing the yard, and being...

Vince E. Gruber

Vince E. Gruber

Jul 17, 2025

Vince Edwards Gruber

April 8, 2000 - July 17, 2025

Vince Edwards Gruber, 25, of Shoals, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in Indianapolis.

Born April 8, 2000, in Indianapolis, he was the son of Kyle and Debbie (Clark) Gruber.

Vince attended Decatur Central High School.

He loved hunting, fishing, cars, and motorcycles.

Surviving are his parents, Kyle and Debbie Gruber, of Shoals; sister, Christen...

Loretta G. Turpin

Loretta G. Turpin

Jul 12, 2025

Loretta G. Turpin

July 14, 1930 - July 12, 2025

Loretta G. (Wininger) Turpin, 94, of Lost River, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at her residence.

Born July 14, 1930, in Lost River, she was the daughter of Roscoe and Tillie (Wolf) Wininger.

Loretta attended Shoals High School and was a lifelong member of the Shoals Christian Church being baptized in 1946.

She...

Ralph Lee Murray

Ralph Lee Murray

Jul 2, 2025

Ralph Lee Murray

November 26, 1943 - July 2, 2025

Ralph Lee Murray, 81, of Loogootee, formerly of Shoals, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at his residence.

Born November 26, 1943 in Shoals, he was the son of Victor and Emma (Butler) Murray.

Ralph married Karen Bough on September 1, 1990 and she survives.

He worked as a self-employed truck driver for most...

Evon L. Emmick

Evon L. Emmick

Jun 29, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Vonnie (Lynch) Emmick, Williams Indiana, who passed away peacefully on June 29th, 2025 at the age of 72. Vonnie spent her whole life in Williams, dedicating many years as a bus driver for North Lawrence Community Schools. She ultimately decided to retire in 2014 when she was given the beautiful opportunity to...

Carolyn Hoopingarner

Carolyn Hoopingarner

Jun 23, 2025

Carolyn S. (Sturgill) Hoopingarner, 65, of Shoals, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025.

Born August 17, 1959, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of Orville and Hattie (Brock) Sturgill.

Carolyn married Terry Hoopingarner on June 23, 1975, and he survives.

She enjoyed fishing, playing Bingo, and going to the casino.

Carolyn was a homemaker and was the office manager for Hoop’s Roofing.

Surviving...

Betty Lake-Foster

Betty Lake-Foster

Jun 20, 2025

Betty Lake-Foster, 91, of Shoals, passed away surrounded by her family, on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Sycamore Care Strategies, Loogootee.

Born August 13, 1933, in Lower Twin Creek, Stout, Ohio, she was the daughter of Thomas and Flossie (Cook) Howe.

She married George Foster in 1997 in Greenup, Kentucky; and he survives.

Betty was a former owner of the Gold Club in...

James L. Cundiff

James L. Cundiff

Jun 14, 2025

James L. Cundiff

February 22, 1959 - June 14, 2025

James L. Cundiff, 66, of Williams, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at his residence.

Born February 22, 1959, he was the son of Loval and Gladys (Honeycutt) Cundiff.

James attended Shoals High School.

He married Elizabeth Day on April 21, 2002, and she survives.

James retired from C&H Limestone after many years.

He enjoyed fishing,...

Daniel R. Marsh Sr.

Daniel R. Marsh Sr.

Jun 9, 2025

Daniel Richard Marsh Sr, 79, of Bedford, passed away on June 9, 2025.

Born May 28, 1946, he was the son of William A. and Ovena (Johnson) Marsh.

Daniel worked as a Union Welder.

He enjoyed riding and tending to horses, camping, hunting, and trail riding.

Daniel was a member of the Chuck Wagon Cowboy Fellowship Church and a proud member of the AQHA...

Marilyn Jean Witcher

Marilyn Jean Witcher

Jun 1, 2025

Marilyn Jean Witcher (née Minor), age 83, passed peacefully through the veil on June 1, 2025, in Brentwood, Tennessee. Born on March 26, 1942, in Bloomington, Indiana, she brought warmth and joy to the lives of all who knew her.

Marilyn’s life was a testament to kindness and connection. She had a gift for making people feel welcome—never meeting a stranger...

Robert Lee Gammon Jr.

Robert Lee Gammon Jr.

May 31, 2025

Robert Lee Gammon Jr.

12/22/1960 - May 31, 2025

Robert L. Gammon Jr., 64, formerly of Shoals, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Mitchell Manor.

Born December 22, 1960, in Bedford, he was the son of Robert Lee and Sue Jane (Baker) Gammon.

Robert graduated from Shoals High School with the class of 1979.

He worked in maintenance at Stone City Products for...

Danny Way

Danny Way

May 19, 2025

Danny Richard Way, 58, passed away May 19, 2025, at his residence. Born October 30, 1966, in Washington, IN, he was the son of Richard and Violet (Probasco) Way. Danny married Laura Bair on November 7, 1997, and she survives.

Danny attended and graduated from Shoals High School and worked as a sawyer at C&H Stone in Bloomington, IN for many...

William "Bill" Hopkins

William "Bill" Hopkins

May 3, 2025

William Lee Hopkins I

February 28, 1950 - May 3, 2025

William Lee “Billy” Hopkins I, of Shoals, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Born February 28, 1950 in Shoals, he was the son of Myron E. “Mike” and Patsy (Richardson) Hopkins.

Billy married Beverly S. Andrews on May 11, 1979 and she survives.

He attended Shoals High School and was a Veteran of...

Betty May Garrett

Betty May Garrett

Apr 22, 2025

Betty M. Garrett

April 2, 1931 - April 22, 2025

Betty May.(Smith) Garrett, 94, of Shoals, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation, Bedford.

Born April 2, 1931 in Olney, Illinois, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

Betty married Don H. Garrett on May 15, 1964 and he preceded her in death on February 18, 2008.

She...