All Obituaries

Rosellyn Potts, 80, of Princeton, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023 at North Broward Hospital in Pompano Beach, Florida. She was born March 12, 1942 in Princeton to the late Henry Maurice and Eselwyn (Larson) Phillips. She was a graduate of Hazleton High School. Rosellyn obtained her Bachelor’s degree from Purdue University, and while there she was a member of the Purduettes singers and a founding member of the AOTT Sorority.  She then obtained her Master’s and PhD. at...

James L. Bishop, 83, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Deaconess Gibson Hospital in Princeton. He was the second son of Leonard “Beanie” Bishop and Goldie (McCrary) Bishop born June 24, 1939 in Patoka. “Jimbelly”, as he was known to many, enjoyed his life serving others. He went to several other states on mission trips helping after hurricanes or tornadoes. He served his church in many ways and was a church representative at 43 conferences until his health...

David “Eugene” Carter, 80, of Francisco, IN passed away January 21, 2023 at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. He was born March 10, 1942 in Patoka, IN to the late David Allen Carter and Dorothy Jane (Wilkins) Carter. David worked at Bob Smith’s Tin Shop 13+ years, as a pipefitter with Local 136 for 40+ years, and Williams brother’s pharmacy for 5 years. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, and spending time with his grandchildren. David was preceded in...

Donald W. Sloan, 73, of Petersburg, IN went to his heavenly home Monday, January 23, 2023 at Amber Manor in Petersburg, IN surrounded by family. He was born in Warrenton, IL March 4, 1949 to the late Walter Sloan and Flora (Rostron) Sloan. Donnie graduated from Petersburg High School in 1967. He worked at Whirlpool until joining the US Army to serve in Germany from 1969 to 1971 then the National Guard for 7 years. Donnie attended the Mackey Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed watching IU...

James L. Sampson, 89 of Princeton, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the Waters of Princeton.  He was born in Gibson County, April 17, 1933, to Lewis Henry and Marie (Woods) Sampson.  Jim retired from Emge Packing in Ft. Branch, where he worked as a meat packer and meat cutter. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War.  He enjoyed fishing, and was a big fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team. He enjoyed spending time with his family,...

Lavada Grace Cundiff, 95, of Princeton, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Oakland City. She was born August 21, 1927 to the late Dan D. Sloan and Roda E. (Lynch) Sloan and married Arlis Cundiff in 1949. She worked at Hansen Corporation for over 30 years and was a member of First Baptist Church in Princeton. Lavada taught her family the value of a good work ethic and was a wonderful cook. She enjoyed reading, the beauty of nature, and going for drives...

Sonja Kay Koberstein, 81, of  Princeton, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at home. She was born June 4, 1941 in Princeton to the late James Arthur and Mary Violet (Cox) Thacker. She was a lifetime resident of Princeton and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was well known and respected in the nursing community having retired as the Director of Nursing in ICU and 4W Step Down at Ascension St. Vincent, formerly St. Mary’s in Evansville. Previously, she had also been...

Anna Louise (Walker) Greer, 95, of Patoka, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Oakland City. She was born November 9, 1927 to the late Charles Wright and Nellie Maddox. Her husband, Luther Greer, Jr. and Anna were blessed with over 65 years together. She was a member of Bethel A.M.E Church in the 1980’s and the Oasis Assembly of God since the 1990’s. She enjoyed her church family and was active in the church as an usher, greeter, singing, and...

Richard Allen Wilson, 74, of Princeton, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Oakland City. He was born August 10, 1948 in Princeton to the late Eli A. “Bud” Wilson and Hazel L. (Bolin) Wilson and married Barbara Jean Wilson in March of 1992. She preceded him in death on May 26, 2022. Richard honorably served in the United States Army from 1967 until 1969. Along with his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Donna (Wilson)...

Jacob Jesse Barton, 76, of Princeton, passed away at his home Thursday, January 5, 2023. He was born June 21, 1946 to the late Charles B. Barton and Emma (Cesar) Barton and married the love of his life, Beverly Ann (Adams) Barton on October 24, 1970. They were blessed with 52 years together until her passing on November 10, 2022. Jacob proudly served in the United States Navy on the USS Ogden and was a member of the VFW. He worked as a coal miner and a truck driver and was a member of the...