All Obituaries

Charles L. Thompson, 74, of Mt. Vernon, passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Deaconess Hospital. Charlie was born in Savah on March 3, 1949, the son of Maurice and Viola (Alldredge) Thompson. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Susan (Hundley) Thompson, on August 13, 2019. Charlie was an Mt. Vernon High School graduate. After graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam conflict. He later went to work at...

Elizabeth E. (Allen) James, 43 of Carmi, IL formally of Mt. Vernon, passed away at her home on March 15, 2023. Elizabeth was born in Evansville on October 13, 1979, the daughter of Daniel Bean and ReDonna (Jolley) Allen. Elizabeth worked as a CNA for area nursing homes. She enjoyed reading, journaling, listening to music, watching tv, going fishing with kids, and for the last couple of years, her life revolved around her grandkids. She is survived by her parents, ReDonna and Daniel;...

Michael E. Williams, 44, of Mt. Vernon, lost his hard fight against cancer on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Linda White Hospice. Michael was born in Bakersfield, California on March 2, 1979, the son of Timothy Mark Williams and Karen Lynn (Umbenhower) Williams. He married Claudia (Martinez) Williams on September 12, 2018. Michael followed his dreams and became a truck driver. He enjoyed messing with CB radios. He also liked camping, hunting, and fishing. His greatest joy was spending time...

Glen M. Nobles, Sr., 81 of Mt. Vernon, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Glen was born October 7, 1941, in Point Township, the son of Pete and Ethel (Bauer) Nobles. Glen married and is survived by his love, Ruth (Rumble) Nobles on August 3, 1968. Glen was a graduate of Mt. Vernon and after graduating enlisted with the United States Air force. He retired from Consolidated Grain and Barge company. Glen was an avid outdoorsman that loved to fish, hunt, and tend to his...

James “Jimmy” Goodwin, 66, of Mt. Vernon went to be with his Lord, on Thursday, February 2, 2023. Jimmy was born on April 4, 1956, the son of John and Bessie (Willingham) Goodwin. He married Judy (Rowe) Goodwin in 2008. Jimmy was a Mt. Vernon High School graduate who later worked for Mt. Vernon School District for 23 and a half years. He was a faithful member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and was involved in many church activities, especially the Church softball leagues....

Verlo B Digman, known to all as Peggy, age 74 of New Harmony, went to be with our Lord and Savior Wednesday, Jan 18, 2023. Peggy was born to the late Harrell and Verlo Pierce. She was born Sept 8, 1948, in Yakima WA. Peggy and her family moved to Evansville IN when she was a child where she lived many years until they later moved to Newburgh IN where she graduated from Castle High School. She married Harry J Digman, Sr. in 1966 and she joined him as he served in the Army. She and Harry...

Jerry L. Knapp, 81, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN. He was born October 4, 1941, to Edward J. Knapp and Marjorie (Schutz) Knapp. He graduated from Cynthiana High School in 1959. He went on to serve in the U.S. Army. He was an over-the road semi driver for nearly fifty years. He is survived by one son, Glen Knapp (Melissa) of Florida; two daughters, Kristina Marsh (Wayne) of Butlerville, IN. and Beth Bass of Shawneetown, IL; four...

              Our Brother and Son Bradley Jay “Jaybird” Mason, 52, passed away peacefully on 11-23-2022, in Gillette Wyoming. He was surrounded by family and dear friends. He is proceeded in death by his Mother, Susie Mason, in 2008. He is survived by his Dad, Alfred (Margaret) Mason; his twin brother, David Mason; his older Brother, Marty Mason; niece, Mersadys Mason; nephew, Anthony Deig; and many grand nephews and nieces. Jay’s faith was always...

Shannon L. Clark, 59, of Mt. Vernon, formally of Evansville, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, at her home. Shannon was born on March 7, 1963, the daughter of Lawrence Clark and the late Janice (Neighbors) Hanmore. Shannon loved being on Facebook and keeping in touch with all her family and friends. She also spent many hours playing bingo on Facebook. Shannon worked for many years in housekeeping at local hotels. She is survived by her parents, Larry & Sarah Clark; son, Joshua...

Dylan Matthew Murray, 20, of Mt. Vernon, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Dylan was born July 21, 2002, to Andrea Hawkins and Edward Murray. Dylan was a member of the Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ, where he served as the youngest Sunday school superintendent. He was a graduate of Mt. Vernon Senior High School, where he graduated with high honors. He was a member of the DECA club and excelled in sports. He played football, basketball, wrestling, and ran track. After high...