News From Terre Haute, Indiana

Obituaries

August 10, 2012

Harold Herbert (Herbie) Wilson

Harold Herbert (Herbie) Wilson, 87, of Terre Haute, made his heavenly ascent on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012. He was born in Terre Haute, Ind., on June 7, 1925, to Autra Wilson and Flossie B. Clark Wilson. He graduated from Wiley High School in 1942. Herbie met Clara (Kat) Kathryn Hill in South Pittsburg, Tenn., at the Kilgore’s Café and married her in 1945.

At a young age he started working for Olin Corp. and Nilo Barge Line. Until retirement 42 years later Herbie worked on the Tennessee River, Illinois River, Ohio River, Mississippi River and many others. He started as a deck hand on the Alexander McKensey, working his way up and becoming a licensed riverboat Captain, piloting boats including the Mississippi Queen, Julie Ann, Mustang, Theresa Seley and James F. Towey. He continued to work with the barge line as a consultant, expert witness and arbitrator, after retirement. His many interests kept him busy; including carpentry, macramé, camping, cooking, playing cards, flowers, animals and had a passion for gardening and shared his wealth with all. He took pride in his career but truly relished his family and many friends. In 1949 he joined the Masonic Lodge number 178, was a long time member of the Prairieton Order of Eastern Star No. 163, serving as the worthy patron for eight years and a former member of the Kerman Grotto and Zorah Shrine.  

Herbie is survived by his wife of 66 years, Clara (Kat) Kathryn Wilson; children, Beverlie Carol Jory, Sharon D. Keegan, Harold E. Wilson, wife Sandy, Randy G. Wilson, wife Brenda, Debbie M. Quenzler husband Ron, Barbara E. Gough, partner Rudy Solomon, Kevin W. Wilson, Jeffery L. Wilson, his wife Gracie; sister, Shelby S. Higgins; brother, Dennis R. Wilson, his wife Joyce; 23 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and three great-great-grandchildren and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by daughter, Pamela K. Chambers, her husband Norman (Bucky); grandsons Christopher Chambers and Ryan G. Wilson; and son-in-law, Walter G. Keegan.

Memorial services have been scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012, at 3 p.m. at DeBaun Springhill Chapel, 85 E. Springhill Drive. The Rev. Duane Caperton will be officiating. Family and friends are invited to come to the funeral home on Saturday from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. to visit and share memories. Masonic and Order of Eastern Star services will begin at 2:30 p.m. A tribute and celebration of life will be on Aug. 18, 2012, at 5 p.m., details will be at the funeral home, during visitation time on Saturday. The family suggests that a donation can be made to Vista Care. Online condolences can be made at: www.debaunfuneralhomes.com

 

Text Only | Photo Reprints
Obituaries
  • tsflag Delbert E. Napier

    Delbert E. Napier, 65, of Edgewood, Ill., formerly of Martinsville, passed away 6:30 a.m. Thursday, May 23, 2013 at Casey Health Care Center, in Casey.

    May 25, 2013 1 Photo

  • obit Wilson, Tammy.jpg Tammy A. Wilson

    Tammy A. Wilson, 48, of Marshall, Ill., passed away at 11:40 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2013 in the Burnsides Community Care Center in Marshall.

    May 25, 2013 1 Photo

  • Death Notices: May 25, 2013

    • Max E. Griffith

    • George Adam Hasten

    May 25, 2013

  • obit James, Hazel.jpg Hazel A. James

    Hazel A. James, 97 of Center Point, passed away at 10:40 a.m. May 23, 2013 at St. Vincent Clay Hospital.

    May 25, 2013 1 Photo

  • obit Shafer, James.jpg James A. (Popeye) Shafer

    James A. Shafer, 81, entered into eternity on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at home with family members present after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

    May 25, 2013 2 Photos

  • tsflag Delbert E. Napie

    Delbert E. Napier, 65, of Edgewood, Ill., formerly of Martinsville, passed away 6:30 a.m. at Casey Health Care Center, in Casey.

    May 24, 2013 1 Photo

  • Linda Louise Stanton

    Linda Louise Stanton, 69, of Clinton, passed away on May 21, 2013 at her residence.

    May 24, 2013

  • tsflag Richard A. Barnes

    Richard A. Barnes, 88, of Terre Haute, passed away on May 21, 2013.

    May 24, 2013 1 Photo

  • Death notices: May 24, 2013

    • Charlotte Ellen Fleming Collier,

    • Lucille Pauline Barnard-Morse

    May 24, 2013

  • Death notices: May 23, 2013

    • Ruth Crane

    May 23, 2013

Latest News
Community Calendar
Loading…
Events by eviesays.com
TribStar.com Poll
Front page
AP Video
Raw: Trucker Bumps I-5 Bridge Before Collapse Raw: Texas Deputy Shot by Colo. Suspect Honored Suspect in Killing of Officer Found Dead in Cell Major Detours Following Wash. Bridge Collapse American Held in Grisly Czech Murders Raw: Jersey Shore Reopens for Summer Today in History May 25 High Wire Spectacle Thrills Crowd in Austria Officials: Tsarnaev Friend Linked to Slaying UK-bound Pakistan Plane Diverted, 2 Men Arrested Bus Fire Kills 16 Children, Teacher in Pakistan Raw Video: Washington State Bridge Collapse Britain Braces for Possible Copycat Attacks New Wheelchair Lift Promises More Access Obama:Sexual Assault Threatens Trust in Military Raw: Gay Rights Activists March in Ukraine A Slice of Apple History Up for Grabs Raw: Memorial Day Flags Placed at Arlington Today in History May 24 Two Suspects in Murder Known to London Police
NDN Video
Massive Flooding in San Antonio Area; Rescue Efforts Underway Hope For The Boy Who Can't Smile Raw: Apple 1 Computer Sells for More Than $650k Young protestor goes viral on Youtube High Wire Spectacle Thrills Crowd in Austria Toronto Mayor says he's not a crack head Maine island offers lighthouse getaway Suspect in Killing of Officer Found Dead in Cell Should We Prepare for Quakes? Lynn Kindergarten Class Rescues Ducklings Congressional gold medal awarded to civil rights heroes Charles Ramsey visits Kentucky Unique Display Greets Guests At Revel Casino Cape Cod Train Service Worries Residents BASE jumper rides snowmobile off cliff to honor dead friend Bridge Collapse Survivor: 'Rough Day' SHOCKING: School Guard Throws Girl Down Stairs Star Wars X-Wing Star Fighter Made of Legos Actress Amanda Bynes Arrested in New York Singer Psy Has An Imposter
Parade
Magazine

Click HERE to read all your Parade favorites including Hollywood Wire, Celebrity interviews and photo galleries, Food recipes and cooking tips, Games and lots more.
  • -

     

    March 12, 2010

activity
Real Estate News