Cunningham-Young Funeral Home

05/01/2026

Sarah Cotton Meek, age 74 of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away at her home on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. She was born on November 24, 1951 in Louisville, KY to William Bill Cotton, Jr. and his wife Betty Anderson Cotton. On May 12, 1973 in Louisville, KY, she married the love

04/11/2026

Larry Darrin Miller, 58, of Lawrenceville, Illinois, passed away peacefully, Thursday April 9th, 2026, at The Haven of Bridgeport. He was born on August 21, 1967, in Olney, Illinois, to Larry and Sue Hunt Miller. Darrin was an exceptional athlete throughout his high school years, his natural ability...

03/26/2026

Samuel Joseph Evans, Jr., age 53 of Allendale, IL, passed away unexpectantly in Alameda County, California on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. He was born on February 13, 1973, in Denver, Colorado to Samuel Joseph Evans, Sr. and Jackie Parker Arnold. He worked for Audio Response Systems ARS setting up for

03/24/2026

William Leander Bill Miller, age 77 of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Aperion Care of Vincennes, IN. He was born in Oblong, IL on August 28, 1948 to Albert and Betty Watts Miller. Bill married the love of his life, Dixie Raydell Campbell, on

02/12/2026

Michael David Stivers, age 33 of Mt. Carmel, IL, passed away at Sellersburg Healthcare Center in Sellersburg, IN. He was born November 30, 1992, in Sparta, IL to William and Bonnie (Easton) Stivers.

He enjoyed listening to music and loved animals. His family could always gauge his mood by how he had arranged the furniture while they were gone. He had a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed.

Those left to remember Michael include: his three siblings- Amber Stewart and husband Brandon of Mt. Carmel, IL; Ashley Stivers of Lawrenceville, IL; and Nathan Stivers and wife Cassy of Lawrenceville, IL: and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Christopher Stivers.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Cunningham-Young Funeral Home in Lawrenceville, IL from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. with graveside services following at 1:30 p.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery of Vincennes, IN. All times are Central Standard Time (CST).

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.

02/06/2026

Tami Jo Kohlhause, age 57 of Bridgeport, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. She was born August 3, 1968, in Lawrenceville, IL to Michael Allen Kohlhause and his wife Patricia Marie (Carey) Kohlhause.

Tami had a sweet spirit and loved her family. She had previously worked at Wal-Mart.

Family left to remember Tami include: her mother- Patricia Kohlhause of Bridgeport: five siblings- Amber Cogdill of Brownsburg, IN; Jill Kasinger and husband Greg of St. Francisville, IL; Andrea Kohlhause of Vincennes, IN; Michael Kohlhause and wife Sarah of Loveland, OH; and Lisa Kohlhause of Evansville, IN: and eight nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Michael Kohlhause, and one brother-in-law, Andrew Cogdill.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Cunningham-Young Funeral Home in Lawrenceville from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Burial will take place in Oaklawn Cemetery at a later date.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.

02/04/2026

Mary L. Cox, age 98 of Olney, IL and formerly of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Olney. She was born near Claremont, IL on September 15, 1927, to Francis and Edith (Crum) Phillips.

She married Leland Cox on February 15, 1949, and he preceded her in death on November 22, 2009.

Mary loved to crochet, complete piece quilts, and was a homemaker to her family. She had also done ironing for others for 50 years.

She is survived by: two grandsons- Michael Smith of Belleville, IL and Brian Smith of Lakeland, TN; two great-grandchildren- Nathan and Lillian Smith of Belleville, IL; one son-in-law- Henry Smith of St. Francisville, IL; and two nephews.

Those preceding her in death include: her parents- Francis and Edith Phillips; her husband- Leland Cox; one son- John Cox; and one daughter- Mary Lee Smith.

A visitation will take place on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Cunningham-Young Funeral Home in Lawrenceville from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with graveside services to follow immediately in Lawrenceville City Cemetery.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.

02/04/2026

Frances “Frankie” Darlene Spore

Frances “Frankie” Darlene Spore, age 61 of Vincennes, IN passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN. She was born September 10, 1964, in Lawrenceville, IL to Ray and Margaret (Condiff) Carie.

After graduating high school, Frankie worked for many years in the healthcare field. She had worked in Dr. Steven Ramsaran’s office and then at Good Samaritan Hospital as an Emergency Room Technician. She had a deep love for her family and cherished all the time she could with them…especially her grandchildren. She was also known to enjoy thrifting and yard sales. Frankie loved a bargain and finding unexpected treasures.

Those remaining to carry on her loving spirit include: her children- Nichole Simmons of Virginia Beach, VA; Nathan Spore and wife Tiffany of Clarksville, TN; Nestelle Spore and partner Michael Bryan of Terre Haute, IN; and Max Dejarnett of Vincennes, IN: ten beloved grandchildren: her partner of many years- Buddy Dejarnett of Vincennes, IN: one sister- Ellen Tewell and husband Steve of St. Francisville, IL: three sisters-in-law- Judy Dejarnett of Vincennes, IN, Janette Evans of Vincennes, IN, and Monica Carie of St. Francisville, IL: and one brother-in-law- Robert “Bob” Cook of St. Francisville, IL.

She was preceded in death by: her parents- Ray and Marge Carie; step-mother- Patty Carie; three brothers- Scotty Carie, Harold Carie, and Chuck Carie; one sister- Sharon Annette Cook; and one step-sister- Joann White.

A Celebration of Frankie’s Life will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the St. Francisville Christian Church from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. with graveside rites to follow immediately at Oaklawn Cemetery.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.

01/20/2026

Honored to serve the family of Sylvia Ruth Nichols...

Sylvia Ruth Nichols of Evansville, IN died on Sunday, January 18, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born on November 14, 1940, in Alton, IL to Esther and Howard Gebelein and grew up in South Roxana, IL. She graduated from Eastern Illinois University and began her career teaching chemistry

10/31/2025

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, Judy Vaughn gracefully received her heavenly reward. She passed away peacefully at her home with loved ones by her side. She was born in Vincennes, IN on December 20, 1940, to Gayle Eugene Whittaker and Margaret Louise (Tewalt) Whittaker.

Judy married Clarence Eldon Vaughn on January 17, 1964, and celebrated 45 years of marriage. Together, they raised their children, lived for the Lord, and worked diligently until his passing on February 24, 2010.

After graduating high school, Judy earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from the University of Illinois. Along with being a homemaker to her family, she had been a Home Economics teacher at Oblong High School and a floral designer with Lawrenceville Greenhouse. She loved cultivating a large garden that fed and nourished the souls of her family, designing beautiful floral arrangements for any and all occasions, knitting handmade gifts, sewing projects from the most difficult projects to a missing button for a grandchild, playing the piano for church and reading the Bible.

Judy was a devoted Christian. She had been a member of Central Christian Church and enjoyed many years in her attendance at Pleasant Ridge Christian Church. She also enjoyed being a part of the Women’s Bible study group at New Hope where she was able to share her wisdom and continue her own spiritual growth. Judy was a beloved mother and grandmother of many talents. Her greatest gift to her family was her faith and prayers. She prayed without ceasing for so many individuals. Her faith wasn’t loud, but it was steady and strong.

Those left to continue her legacy of family and faith include: three children- Heidi Siitari and husband John of Carmel, IN, Mark Vaughn and wife Shannon of Lawrenceville, and Spencer Vaughn and wife Jeannie of Lawrenceville; eight grandchildren- Thomas Siitari, Emma Siitari-Oldford and husband Luke, Samuel Siitari, Allie Vaughn, Cole Vaughn, Jake Vaughn, Logan Vaughn and wife Destiny, and Abigail Vaughn; one great-grandchild- Elliott Oldford; and Bonus Grandma to James and Chloe Wiscarson and Angela Marcato.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Graveside services will be held at Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, November 3, 2025, officiated by Larry Bellville at 11:00 a.m. A Celebration of Judy’s life lead by Ryan Cox will follow at 12:00 p.m. at New Hope Christian Church in Bridgeport. New Hope Christian Church and Pleasant Ridge will come together to provide a meal to the family to honor Judy’s Life. Cunningham-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions can be made to Creation Truth Foundation directly at www.creationtruth.com or through the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.

09/29/2025

Shannon Renee Edgin, age 38 of St. Francisville, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025, at Gentle Care Strategies of Vincennes, IN. She was born September 23, 1987, in Mt. Carmel to Barbara Ellen (Cunningham) Edgin.

Shannon was a beautiful soul that brought love, happiness, and joy to her family and all that came to know her. She loved to ride her bicycle and to go bowling. Shannon enjoyed watching her favorite movies and shows and shopping on Amazon.

Those left to remember Shannon and let her light continue include: her brother- Brian Fortner and wife Vicki of Texas; her sister- Lori Ralston of California; nieces and nephew- Ashli Baltzell and husband Drew of Olney, Tabitha Polk of California, and Stephen Daniels of Georgia; and her great-niece and great-nephew- Lily Cook and Memphis Baltzell.

She was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents, and sister (Ellen Fortner).

A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Cunningham-Young Funeral Home in Lawrenceville. Graveside services will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Oaklawn Cemetery of St. Francisville.

Memorial contributions can be made to the group or organization of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to Shannon’s family at www.cunninghamfuneralhimes.com.