Evelyn Ruth Newport, 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at her home in Clay City surrounded by family. She was born on May 30, 1945 in Orange County to the late James and Lydia Lavina (Tincher) Passmore. Evelyn attended Huron High School and married Robert Newport on November 14, 1980. She worked for RCA before retiring from Boston Scientific after 22 years. In her free time, Evelyn loved attending races, listening to country music, tending to her flower garden, and...

Larry Don Butler, 80 of Wabash, Indiana left this world at 7:54 a.m. on Tuesday September 20th, 2022, at Millers Merry Manor East in Wabash IN to join his wife Stevie Kaye (Novotney) Butler who passed away on May 30, 2022. They were married for 61 years.  Larry was born November 27, 1941, in Carbon, IN to William Lawrence Butler and Zella "Virginia" (Parsons) Butler.  He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and 3 brothers. Larry is survived...

Cheryl Ann Ray, 61, died unexpectedly on Friday, September 16, 2022 at Union Hospital surrounded by her husband and family. Cheryl was born on July 23, 1961 in Brazil to John L. and Marilyn J. (McCall) Modesitt. She graduated from Brazil High School in the class of 1979, and was a long time resident of Brazil.  Cheryl was an absolute pillar to her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Russell A. Ray Sr., married 34 years and together almost 40; her beloved children,...

James “Jim” Edward Dean, 62, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022 at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. He was born on November 27, 1959 in Greencastle to the late Howard and Mary (Stewart) Dean. Jim attended North Putnam High School and graduated in the class of 1978. He married Kimberly Fox on November 5, 1983. Jim worked for the City of Cloverdale, Putnam County Highway, and Lear. In his free time, Jim attended auto racing and car shows. He was an avid wood worker and enjoyed...

James “Jim” Pell, 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 23, 2022 in Terre Haute. He was born in Carbon, Indiana on April 21, 1936 to the late Earl and Lillian (Armstrong) Pell. Jim graduated from Brazil High School before attending Indiana University where he played with the “Marching 100” and earning his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Industrial Arts Education from Indiana State University. He earned the title of Eagle Scout, and served his...

Raymond McCoy, 81, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at his home in Brazil. He was born on November 23, 1940 in Central City, Kentucky to the late William and Opal (Carroll) McCoy. Ray graduated from Owensboro High School, and joined the National Guard. He married his high school sweetheart, Carrie Lynda Yonts on November 19, 1958. They are members of Annunciation Catholic Church in Brazil for over 30 years. Ray was a truck driver for ABL for over 20 years, and was the founder and...

Charlotte Ann Newport, 85, went to be with her Lord on Monday, August 15, 2022 at Cloverleaf Healthcare of Knightsville. She was born on March 10, 1937 in Duncan, Oklahoma to the late James and Ruth (Sleeker) Ragsdill. Charlotte graduated from Duncan High school with the class of 1955, and married Forrest Newport the following year on April 7. She was a homemaker most of her life, and briefly worked at the BMV. Charlotte was a member of First Christian Church for over 25 years, and was very...

Carol Liberty, 87, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022 at her home in Brazil. She was born on September 22, 1934 in Indianapolis to the late Clement and Lavonna (Taylor) Cooke. Carol graduated from East Glen High School in 1952, and worked as a forklift operator at Bemis for over 20 years. In her free time, Carol enjoyed playing the keyboard, reading, and working puzzles.  Carol is preceded in death by her brothers, Bill Turner, Donald Cooke; sister, Beverly Turner; and grandson,...

Otto Ronald “Ron” Harms, 79, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. He was born on April 9, 1943 in Terre Haute to the late Otto R. and Katherine I. (Thompson) Harms. Ron graduated from Brazil High School in the class of 1961, and married Linda Callahan on November 13, 1976. He was a long time member of Union Christian Church in Terre Haute.  Ron was a business man. He took ownership of his parent’s business, Otto’s Gas...

Frank Harold Garrison, 89, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on March 7, 1933 in Clay County to the late Frank Hadley and Gladys (Bell) Garrison. Frank graduated from Staunton High School in the class of 1951. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany. Frank married Ethel Drake on December 31, 1956, and together they raised three children. Frank worked for Allison...