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Tina M. Cunningham [06/09/1956 - 02/19/2012]

Tina M. Cunningham, 55 of 678 E. Cherry St., Evansville, IN, passed away at 11:55 p.m. on February 19, 2012 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. Tina was born on June 9, 1956 in Vincennes, the daughter of James R Cunningham, of Ocala, FL. and Marguerite (Landrey) Meyer of Vincennes. Tina was a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Evansville. She loved animals, especially dogs, computer games and going to the movies. She loved her grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She also helped with the bereavement meals at her church, where she liked to be active as much as possible. She also was a big Carolina Panthers fan. Survivors include her father, James Ray Cunningham, of Ocala, FL; step father, Ervin Meyer, of Vincennes daughter, Amanda Barnes of Evansville,IN; son, Steven Kopp of McDonough, GA; sister, Dayna Cunningham, of Evansville, IN; brothers, Jimmy Cunningham, of Tampa, FL; Jeff Cunningham, of Kansas City, KS; Brian Cunningham, of Marion, IN; 4 grandchildren, one niece, one nephew, 9 great nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 12:00 p.m. on February, 25, 2012 at Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main St. with Pastor Adrian Brooks officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockmanfh.com

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Gwendolyn Margaret VanVleet [05/02/1918 - 02/16/2012]

Gwendolyn Margaret VanVleet, 93, of Marion, IN, formerly of Vincennes, passed away 0n February 16, 2012 at Marion General Hospital in Marion, Indiana. Gwendolyn was born on May 2, 1918 in Wheatland the daughter of Mark and Maude (Robinson) Knight. She married Earl VanVleet, Jr. in August of 1943 and he preceded her in death on August 21, 2011. Gwendolyn was a member of First United Methodist Church for over 50 years where she was the former President of the United Methodist Women and most recently attended Mt. Olive Methodist Church in Marion. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star #291 and enjoyed sewing and quilting. During WW II she worked at a factory in Salt Lake City, UT packing cookies and she also worked briefly for the Vincennes University bookstore. Survivors include her daughter, Linda Hensley of Marion, IN; sister Jacqueline Rose Hall of Texas; and brother, Kyle (Bill) Knight of Vincennes. Preceding Gwendolyn in death were her daughter, Nancy Ann VanVleet; son David Michael VanVleet and brother, Marquis �Dick� Knight. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 20, 2012 at Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main St with the Rev. John Groves officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday February 19, 2012 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 411 N. 4th St., Vincennes, IN 47591. On line condolences may be sent to www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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Patricia Ann Spanger [03/22/1932 - 02/15/2012]

Patricia Ann Spanger, 79, of 110 Jamestown Apt #102, Washington, passed away at 5:30 p.m. on February 15, 2012 at Freelandville Community Home. Patricia was born in Daviess County, Indiana, on March 22, 1932 the daughter of Flora Mae Burton. Patricia was a factory worker at Hamilton Glass. Survivors include her son, David Stephens and his wife, Dixie of Bicknell; sister, (Billie) Janice Williams of Freelandville; aunt and uncle, Margie and Donald Phillips of Bicknell; and several nieces and nephews. There will be a private graveside service at a later date. Gardner-Brockman funeral home is handling arrangements. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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Adelia V. Walker [03/27/1918 - 02/13/2012]

Adelia V. Walker, 93 passed away on February 13, 2012 at the New Willow Manor Nursing Home. Adelia was born on March 27, 1918, in Vincennes, Indiana the daughter of Raymond and Elsie (Howard) DeLisle. She married Paul P. Walker on February 4, 1940 and he preceded her in death on December 26, 2001. Adelia was a 1936 graduate of St. Rose Academy and a member of St. John Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons Ronald P. Walker of Indianapolis, IN; Robert E. Walker and his wife Roseanne of Memphis, TN; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Adelia was preceded in death by her brother Howard DeLisle. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main Street with the Rev. David Fleck officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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Fred Conrad [12/11/1923 - 02/10/2012]

Fred R. Conrad, Jr. of Monticello, IN, passed away Feb. 10, 2012. Born Dec. 11, 1923 in Bicknell, IN, he was the son of Fred & Hazel Conrad. They preceded him, as well as his sisters, Margaret and Mary Catherine. Survivors include his daughters, Cheryl (husband-Rev. Houston Blair, Jr.) Conrad of Pittsboro, NC and Coleen (Robert) Phillips of Mowequa, IL; a son, Greg (Mary) Conrad of Terre Haute, IN; a sister, Bette Dehls of Tucson, AZ; a brother, Larry Conrad of Arizona; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; his wife, Ginny (Smith) Conrad of Monticello, IN; and his first wife, Mazie (Ivers) Bollman of Pittsboro, NC. Fred was a graduate of Gerstmeyer High School in Terre Haute, IN, and Indiana State University. He played tennis at ISU, and for many years afterwards, and formed a tennis program at the prison in Terre Haute. An English teacher, he taught many years in Effingham, IL, and retired from teaching in Teutopolis, IL. In 1970, he was named teacher of the year in Effingham. There he was a co-founder of FACE, a local theater group. Fred was also an accomplished pianist. During WWII, he served in the Army Air Corps. The family will receive friends on Monday, Feb. 13, from 12:00-1:00 EDT at Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main St. Vincennes, IN. A funeral service will follow at 1:00, with Rev. Houston Blair, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to FACE or the school of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family through gardnerbrockman.com.

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Henrietta Elizabeth (Ford) Watkins [01/20/1922 - 02/07/2012]

Henrietta Elizabeth (Ford) Watkins, 90 of 1811 Watson Avenue, passed away at 5:53 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Henrietta was born on January 20, 1922 in Hillsboro, IL the daughter of Aaron Franklin and Corrina (Walls) Ford. Henrietta was a member of the First Church of God and had worked in the housekeeping department at Vincennes University. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting and quilting. Survivors include her children, daughter, Cynthia Mattox of Princeton, IN; son, Allen Watkins, of Washington, IN; daughter, Mary Garrard, of Vincennes; daughter, Rosetta Watkins of Vincennes; son Julius Watkins of Vincennes; daughter, Candis Watkins of Vincennes; daughter, Sarah Weber, of Vincennes; daughter, Delores Weber of Vincennes; 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Preceding Henrietta in death were her son, Aaron Watkins, and 9 sisters and brothers. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the First Church of God with the Rev. Georg Karl officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 11:00 a.m. until service time Friday at the church. Arrangements are being handled by Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main St. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wabash Valley Christian Academy. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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Larry E. Wissing [01/11/1948 - 02/06/2012]

Larry Wissing, 63, of 709 � Vigo Street, passed away on February 6, 2012 at his residence. Larry was born on January 11, 1948, in Vincennes, the son of Clayborne F. and Marcella (Vonderhide) Wissing. Larry was a maintenance worker at KCARC and was well respected by all of his co workers. He was also an avid sports fan. Survivors include his brother, Dennis Wissing of Shreveport, LA; niece, Karen Wissing of Shreveport, LA; nephew, Michael Wissing of Shreveport, LA; and 2 cousins, Janice Anderson and Bill Cox. Also surviving are several cousins in the Louisville, KY area. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Steve and Anthony Wissing. There will be a mass said in Larry�s name at a later date at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home is handling arrangements. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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Harold A. Rose [04/04/1916 - 01/31/2012]

-----Harold A. "Jack" Rose (1916-2011) Longtime resident and respected community member Harold A. "Jack" Rose, 95, of 1428 Wheeler St. Vincennes, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Born on April 4, 1916, to Milton O. and Cora Goldie(Conrad), he was one of 8 children and was the last surviving child of this union. His brothers and sisters were Larry, Oscar, Albert, William, Irene(Woolsey) and Margaret(Sullivan). Longevity was on his side, as he outlived every family member in age. During his years of employment, he worked at Blackford Window Glass Company as a shipping clerk for 23 years(1943-1966). When Blackford closed its' doors, he moved across country to Wichita, Kansas to work at Guardian Industries(also a glass company). Here he met a lifelong friend Homer Lewis. He did make friends wherever he went! Following this job and several years later, he found a "place to roost" an Tweco Welding Equipment Company(also in Wichita) where he was a Foreman of their Grind Shop for 12 years from 1970-1982. Here, he was introduced to Vern Campbell and they too became fast friends. Upon retirement, he was a maintainance caretaker at Camp Fellowship, a Church of God Camp, for several years before moving back to Vincennes. He had taken this job while his youngest daughter was in college. He always seemed to "find ways" to provide for his family.From earlier beginnings and experiences in building, he gained his nickname(from Zeke Burke) and also developed a knack for constructing many useful household items and crafts. He enjoyed entering many things in the local State Fair, crafted at the local Senior Center and gave many things away because he had a kind and giving spirit. He, at one time, helped build a house and built various other structures, including a tool shed of his own design while in Kansas(that resembled a small house) and remodeled at least parts of two houses which he owned and lived in. He repaired things as well, made do with what he had or knew how to acquire what he needed and never seemed to be afraid to crawl up on roof to fix a leak or do repairs if and when it needed to be done. He also spent his free time in retirement helping organize a "reunion" of his graduating class: The Lincoln Class of 1934. He spent time locating any members still living and they all rode in the Homecoming Parade together. He was never idle and seemed to always put his hands or mind to something good. He also dabbled in writing and developed a style all his own. He often used his wordsmithing talents in Sunday School lessons and of course he infused them with a good dose of his sense of humor. Being a man of strong convictions, he helped First Church of God in Vincennes move to their current location on St. Clair. They used to be located on 6th, but through his help with fund raising efforts and his vision and time spent with others laying the foundation and building the building, the church was able to relocate. With the exception of his time in Kansas(where he attended Pawnee Avenue Church of God), he faithfully attended this church for the majority of his adult life. There did not seem to be a day when he was not grateful for the mercies God seemed to extend to him and his family.Surviving is his wife, Eileene (Jones) Rose, whom he married April 2, 1960. They were married in Washington Indiana and remained married almost 52 years before his passing. His three children are Larry (Jeanie) Rose of Winter Haven, Florida, Gary (Becky)Rose of Vincennes and Lesley (Scott) Pearson of Gresham, Oregon. He also has seven Grandchildren and seven Great Grandchildren. Viewing will be on Sunday, February 5 from 1-4pm at the Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home and funeral services will be at the First Church of God in Vincennes on February 6 at 2 pm with Rev Georg Karl and Pastor Fred Nocus officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of God. Online condolences may be made at www.gradnerbrockman.com

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Franklin M. Deeley [08/25/1957 - 01/30/2012]

Franklin M. Deeley, 54, of Bicknell, passed away on January 30, 2012 at 10:32 p.m. in Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born August 25, 1957 in Vincennes to Robert & Gladys (Killion) Deeley. Surviving are his step brothers and step sisters, Earl Theriac of Decker, Grant Theriac of Vincennes, Roy Theriac of Decker, Ira Theriac of Australia, Bonnie Phegley of Carlisle, Elizabeth Davis of Bone Gap and Flossie Moore of Anderson. Graveside services will be held 11:15 a.m. Friday, February 3, 2011 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. before the service at Gardner- Brockman Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the funeral home to offset funeral expenses. Online condolences may be made at www.gardnerbrockman.com

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Janie Marie (Rose) McGregor [08/23/1933 - 01/20/2012]

Janie Marie (Rose) McGregor, 78, of 320 W. Chicago, passed away at 12:03 a.m. on January 20, 2012 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Janie was born in Vincennes, IN on August 23, 1933 the daughter of Charles Landon and Audie Ann (Roy) Rose. She married Shurl Maurice McGregor on August 18, 1952 and he preceded her in death on January 16, 1998. Janie was a homemaker and loved gardening, and was known to have a green thumb. She loved her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great- great grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters, Carolyn M. Taylor of Vincennes; Sharon Sue Moore and her husband Daniel of Vincennes; son, Shurl Van McGregor of Vincennes; 14 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, 1 great- great granddaughter and one on the way. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great great nieces and nephews. Janie was preceded in death by her husband, sons, Ricky Lee and Leonard Maurice McGregor, 4 sisters, 2 brothers and 1 son in law, Jeffery H. Taylor. Friends may visit with the family from 1-2 p.m. on Monday, January 23, 2012 at Gardner-Brockman Funeral Home, 505 Main St. Private graveside services will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. On line condolences may be sent at www.gardnerbrockman.com.

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