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2019 “Oldies Soldies Love Jam” Concert Old National Events Plaza September 21, 2019

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Ladivee’s Entertainment and Rjai’s Productions present “Oldies Soldies Love Jam” Concert, an inspirational cancer awareness event, at The Old National Events Plaza in Evansville, Indiana, on Saturday, September 21, 2019.

For the past 7 years, Ladivee’s Entertainment and Rjai’s Productions has hosted fundraising events and concerts for local communities. This year, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Deaconess Cancer Services, to help support individuals affected by cancer.

Hosted by Evansville’s own “DJ Jon B’ of WUEV 91.5 FM”, “Oldies Soldies Love Jam” Concert will feature LIVE performances by legendary recording artists Howard Hewett, The Temprees, Meli’sa Morgan, Tom Browne and Chilly Bill Rankin of The Mad Lads. “Oldies Soldies Love Jam” is supported by Verdiana Brodie of LadiVee’s Entertainment, musical producer and actor Robert L. Jamison, DJ Cazel, Bobby Dee Presents and SoCal Event Video’s.

 

OBITUARY OF MARC ALLEN WELLS

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OBITUARY OF MARC ALLEN WELLS

Marc Allen Wells, of Oronoco, MN and formerly of Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away on June 19, 2019 at the age of 39.

Marc was a devoted and beloved father, husband, son and friend. He enjoyed traveling, fly fishing, training dogs for hunt tests, hunting turkey, ducks, geese, pheasants, antelope and African game. Marc loved taking his wife and daughter to baseball games, singing karaoke, math, and construction.

Marc always had a smile on his face and an infectious laugh, and never spoke a bad word about anyone. He loved helping people and made friendships in every place he lived and worked across the United States. Marc was extremely hard working and honest, and he never waivered in his character or beliefs. He loved helping people whether it was tutoring a child in math or helping a friend put a new roof on a house. No job was too large for him to tackle.

Marc was born December 23, 1979 and grew up in Mt. Vernon. He graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1998 and from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Agricultural Economics. While living in Oklahoma, he started Fowl Weather Retrievers Guide Service where he and his wife guided duck, goose, and turkey hunts. They also raised and competed in hunt tests with their Labrador Retrievers. In 2014, he moved to Minnesota to work for United Steel Supply where he became a loyal friend to both colleagues and customers.

Marc is survived by his wife, Megan Pfeiffer-Wells; daughter, Avery Katherine Wells; parents, Elizabeth and Rick Wells; brother, Phillip Wells; sister-in-law, Jessica; and nieces and nephews, Amber, Cody, Hailey, Colton; and grandmother, Frieda Wells.

A celebration of Marc’s life will be held on Friday, June 28 at Art Bayer’s cabin at 10200 Old Highway 69 South in Mt. Vernon.

Visitation begins at 10:00 AM with a service at 12:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Marc and Megan’s daughter, Avery’s College Fund at Old National Bank, 402 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 or to the SEAL Legacy Foundation, 2525 Wallingwood Drive Building 1, Suite 214, Austin, TX 78746.

Obituary Of Helen Joyce Dekemper

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Obituary Of Helen Joyce Dekemper

Helen Joyce Dekemper, 93, of Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away June 15, 2019 at her home. She was born November 22, 1925 in Posey County, IN to Mona (Buchanan) Elrod.

Helen was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Rudy Dekemper; parents; and daughter-in-law, Christine Russell Dekemper.

She is survived by her sons, Bob and Dennis Dekemper; grandchildren, Amber (Nathan) Teal and Jason Dekemper; and great-grandchildren, Cadence and J.T. Teal, Blake, Tyler, Christian and Christopher Dekemper.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 505 Mulberry St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Rev. Troy Dekemper officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt., Vernon, IN.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Church of Christ.

OBITUARY OF JOHN H. BOTT JR

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OBITUARY OF JOHN H. BOTT JR

John H. Bott Jr., 72, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 14, 2019 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born December 10, 1946 to the late, John Sr. and Betty Jane (Gaslin) Bott.

John was born in Louisville, KY and had served in the United States Army Reserve. He was an EMT and Assistant Fire Chief for the Fire Department of Sturgis, KY. John volunteered for the Pleasure Ridge Park Fire Department in Louisville, KY. He was a member of the Owen Dunn Post #5 and the “Pair-A-Dice Cruisers”.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his late wife, Doris Kay Bott.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon (Lively) Jackson; brother, Greg (Kaye) Bott; his children, Kim Logsdon, Missy Richard, Timmy Bott, Amanda (Tim) Chapman, Angel Rager, Brian (Peggy) Webber, Jason (Angie) Webber, Michael Webber, Joe (Cheri) Jackson, Bobbi Jo (Mark) Bottomley, Joanne (Steve) Bogard and Lora Jackson; 23 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life for John will be held from 12:00 noon until 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 1200 Mockingbird Lane, Mt. Vernon, IN.

Private burial at Wolf Creek Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to https://www.gofundme.com/burial-expenses-for-john-bott

Obituary Wilburn E. Butts, Jr.

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Obituary Wilburn E. Butts, Jr.

Wilburn E. Butts, Jr., 88, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 10, 2019 at his home. He was born September 4, 1930 in Morganfield, KY to the late Wilburn E., Sr. and Delia (Collins) Butts.

W.E. served in the Indiana National Guard for 7 years. He retired from ADM Milling Company after 45 years of service. W.E. enjoyed camping, fishing and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Ramberger.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lois (Morehead) Butts; daughters, Debbie (David) Schaefer, Doris (Roger) Nation, and Denise (Donnie) Garrett; brother, Robert (Donna) Butts; grandchildren, Larry McCarty, Jeremy (Christina) McCarty, Jason (Robin) Young, Brandi (Wayne) Muensterman, Tyler (Tosha) Greathouse, Stephanie (Bruce) Coy, Chris (Reyna) Schaefer; 19 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Fr. Jim Sauer officiating and entombment to follow in St. Joseph Mausoleum.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm on service time on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Linda E. White Hospice House.

Obituary Of Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue

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Obituary Of Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue

Stephanie Renae (Conyers) Virtue, 41, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away June 10, 2019 at Vanderbilt University. She was born October 10, 1977 in Evansville, IN to Donald Conyers and Pam (Grabert) Mercer.

Stephanie graduated from Mt. Vernon High School, Class of 1996 and studied social work at Ivy Tech Community College. She was a member of Trinity United Church or Christ. Stephanie had worked at Walmart as a cashier.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her daughters, Alix Conyers and Kar-Leigh Virtue; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 14, 2019 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN, with Rev. Jamie Kent officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on service time on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gilda’s Club Evansville, 5740 Vogel Rd., Evansville, IN 47715.

Obituary of Robert “Bob” Schmidt

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Obituary of Robert “Bob” Schmidt

Robert “Bob” Schmidt, 86, of Newburgh, Ind., passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2019 peacefully surrounded by family.  He was born September 4, 1932 in Newburgh to the late George and Clara (Brumley) Schmidt.  Bob was the youngest and last living of 12 siblings.

Bob loved to garden and shared the fruits of his labor with family and friends.  Although he had no children of his own, he was instrumental in the upbringing of 3 generations of nieces and nephews.  He served in the United States Air Force, in Germany and Africa, during the Korean War; then went on to retire from Whirlpool after many years.  He was known by many for his humor and kindness.

A Graveside Service will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery with full military rites.  Deacon Joe Seibert will officiate.  Arrangements are in the care of Titzer Family Funeral Homes, Simpson Chapel, (812) 853-8314.  Sympathy wishes to the family may be shared at www.titzerfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to your favorite animal rescue or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

OBITUARY OF NANCY LEE PREVO

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OBITUARY OF NANCY LEE PREVO

Nancy Lee Prevo, 77, of Evansville, IN, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2019, at Hamilton Pointe Health & Rehab in Newburgh.  She was born in Paradise, IN on June 3, 1942 to the late Robert J. and Lois E. (Tweed) Rowley.  Nancy retired, after 17 years, Deaconess Hospital Laundry.

She was a life time member and Past President of the Charles Denby VFW Auxiliary Post 2953, and member of American Legion Auxiliary.  She was an avid bowler for many years as a member of the Monday Night Queens League, the Wednesday Mixed League and Hagedorn’s Tavern League.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and sisters, Carol Norman, and Jeaneine Saffell.

She is survived by son, Robert Edward Prevo (Becky); daughter, Margaret Ann McCarthy (Glen); three grandchildren, Clay Doerner, Jayme Prevo, and Jaycee McCarthy; great-grandson, Eli Schnelle; and three sisters, Phyliss Macaluso, Sandy Hollowell (Danny), and Lana Hillenbrand (Chuck); several nieces and nephews, and special friend, Vernon Tremper and his daughter, Barbara.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Titzer Family Funeral Homes, Meyer Chapel, 100 E. Columbia St., Evansville, IN (812) 424-9288.

Burial will be in Ellis Cemetery, Paradise, IN.

Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, 2019 and Thursday, 10 a.m. to service time at the funeral home.

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OBITUARY OF LARRY KENT HUDSON

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OBITUARY OF LARRY KENT HUDSON

Larry Kent Hudson, 56, passed away, Thursday, June 20, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital.  He was born in Evansville on November 24, 1962 to the late Wilfred L. and Mary Frances (Downey) Hudson.  He graduated from Bosse High School in 1981.  Larry was a truck driver.  He enjoyed drag racing, camping, his children and spending time on his front porch.

Larry is survived by his children, Sarah Hudson, Clayton Hudson, and Clint Hudson; siblings, Gary, Mark, Roger, Stanley, David, Charlie, and Steve Hudson, Cheryl Afana, and Judy Martin; grandchildren, Maison and Karter Hudson; his dog, Sammie.

Services will be held at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, 2019 with visitation beginning at 4 p.m. at Titzer Family Funeral Homes ~ Miller & Miller Colonial Chapel, 100 E. Columbia St. Evansville, Ind. (812424-9274.  Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Park Lawn Cemetery.

Condolences may be made at www.titzerfuneralhomes.com.

OBITUARY OF JAMES T FOLEY

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James T. Foley, 87, passed away Friday, June 14, 2019 at Linda E. White Hospice House.  He was born on January 3, 1932 in Evansville to the late George and Mary Helen (Herr) Foley.  He was a Commercial Construction Estimator for many years.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Patrick Foley; daughter, Jamie (Foley) Son.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia “Pat” (Brack) Foley; children, Kathy Goetz (Jerry), Mike Foley, Tim Foley (Kathy), Shannon Tovissi (Jeff), and Kelly Foley (Karen); grandchildren, Nicholas Foley, Kristy Ulrey, Ashley Scott, Chelsea Harwood, Craig Son, Rachel Son, Jamison Foley, Autumn Foley, Jordan Foley, Ashtin Foley; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings, Bill Foley (Margie), Lois Ann Weathers (Tom), and Connie Dallas (LeRoy).

A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., friends may visit with the family beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at St. Clement Catholic Church, 422 E. Sycamore St. Boonville, IN.  Per Jim’s wishes he requested cremation.  Memorial contributions may be made to Linda E. White Hospice House or St. Clement Catholic Church.

Arrangements are in the care of Titzer Family Funeral Homes, Simpson Chapel, (812) 853-8314.  Sympathy wishes may be expressed at www.titzerfuneralhomes.com.