Obituaries
Monticello, IN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Monticello and White County, IN
Vickie Abernathy
Sep 6, 2025
Vickie Abernathy, 61, of Monticello, passed away on September 6, 2025 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.
She was born on September 10, 1963 to the late Ronald Lee and Fossie (Willoughby) McElroy.
Vickie was a 1982 graduate of North White High School where she participated in track & field doing high jump. She also played basketball where she won an...
Carroll B Robertson
Sep 4, 2025
My Love’s Homegoing Celebration 72years (26,383days)
Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
(Day 1)Carroll Robertson born 6-11-1953 to William F and Marjorie A Bruenger in Indianapolis, Indiana.
(Day 6576) Graduated North Central High School June 1971.
(Day 7701) Met, Rick, her life partner December 27, 1973.
(Day 8005) Graduated from William Woods College in Fulton, Missouri with an...
Jack V. Judd
Sep 1, 2025
Jack V. Judd, 82, of Jupiter, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 1, 2025.
He was born on October 13, 1942, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late Cecil and Aileen (Duits) Judd. On November 28, 1974, he married Rosa Perez in Monticello, and she survives.
Jack owned and operated Judd Pools & Spas for more than 40 years....
Bonnie S. Emmert
Aug 29, 2025
Bonnie S. Emmert, 81, of Yeoman, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.
She was born on October 21, 1943 in Crawfordsville to the late Dewey M. and Frances B. (VanHook) Minnick. On May 20, 1962 she married Lee Wright Emmert at the Church of the Nazarene in Lebanon. He preceded her in death...
Rosanne M Cole
Aug 25, 2025
Rosanne Marie Cole, 73, of Monticello, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at her residence.
She was born on June 22, 1952 in Superior, WI to the late Eugene and Beverly Cole.
She worked primarily as a waitress.
She was a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church.
Rosanne is survived by her daughters, Lesha (Kenny) Brenek, Alyssa Downs, Tianna "Ti" Mueller;...
Ronald D. Kelley
Aug 12, 2025
Ronald D. Kelley, 68, of Monticello, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at I U Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.
He was born on December 7, 1956 in Flatwoods, KY to the late Bill and Goldie (Riley) Kelley.
Ron worked as a floor associate at Rural King. He enjoyed fishing and cherished his family and friends.
He is survived by three children,...
Elaine "Crickett" Williams
Aug 11, 2025
Elaine "Crickett" Williams, 70, of Monticello, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025 at her residence.
She was born on January 9, 1955 in Gary to the late James Cecil and Elsie Leona (Stanley) Stewart. She married Jimmy Ray Whitlow and then David Wayne Williams. Both preceded her in death.
She was part the Hobart High School class of 1974 and went...
Connie Jo Maffett
Aug 5, 2025
Connie Jo Maffett, 79, of Monticello, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her residence.
She was born on August 25, 1945 in Rensselaer to the late Kenneth D. and Alberta (Sterrett) Miller. On June 8, 1963 she married William Maffett at the Chalmers Baptist Church by her grandfather, Rev. Everett E. Baker. William survives.
She was a 1963 graduate of...
David S. Mann
Jul 28, 2025
David S. Mann, 67, of Monticello, passed away on July 28th, 2025 at his residence.
He was born on September 3rd, 1957 in Rensselaer to the late Donald Mann and Janice (Phegley) Long. On April 25th, 1981 he married Diana Terria at the Monon United Methodist Church.
He was a 1975 graduate of Twin Lakes High School. When Dave was in high...
Jan Elliott
Jul 24, 2025
Jan Lynn Elliott, 73, of Monticello, passed away on July 24, 2025 at Franciscan Health Lafayette East.
She was born on July 11, 1952 in Lafayette to the late Donald A. and Arlene R (Peters) Darnstaedt. She married Harrel Elliott and he preceded her in death.
She was a 1970 graduate of Twin Lakes High School and received her bachelor's degree from...
Kimiko Lindley
Jul 23, 2025
Kimiko Lindley, 97, of Monticello, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at her residence.
She was born on January 20, 1928 in Masakake Bando City, Ibarakli Prefecture, Japan to the late Sikh and Tayo Seta. On February 9, 1960, she married Robert Lindley, Sr. at the United States Navy Base in Yokosuka, Japan. He preceded her in death on November...
Robert D. Oliver
Jul 21, 2025
Robert D. Oliver, 90, of Idaville, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025 at his residence.
He was born on October 21, 1934 in Lafayette to the late Chester and Ruby (Stanfield) Oliver. On September 10, 1960 he married Carolyn Saubert in Lafayette. She preceded him in death on January 6, 2025.
He was a 1952 graduate of Brookston High School. He...
Briana Roach
Jul 9, 2025
Our beloved Briana fell asleep on the night of July 8, 2025, and shortly thereafter, she woke up in the arms of Jesus.
We welcomed Briana to our family on November 10, 1990. What a blessing she has been for 34.5 years.
As a young girl, Briana invited Jesus into her life, and she spent every day loving and ministering to all...
William "Bill" John Puetz
Jul 7, 2025
William "Bill" John Puetz, 85, of Monticello, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025 at I U Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.
He was born on August 16, 1939 in Streator, IL to the late Wilfred J. and Marie (Datzman) Puetz. On July 10, 1981 he married Vivian (Velligan) Phelps at the Monticello Christian Church. She survives.
Bill attended grade school at...
Kevin K. Krintz
Jul 3, 2025
Kevin K. Krintz, 59, of Monticello, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at the Center for Hospice Care Raclin House in Mishawaka.
He was born on December 16, 1965 in Monticello to Jack P. Krintz and Janice (Ward) Abbott.
He was a member of the Monticello United Methodist Church.
Kevin's two greatest loves were music and football. He enjoyed television and liked...
Mary Jo Pool
Jun 21, 2025
Mary Jo Pool, 86, of Monticello, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at IU Health White Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
She was born on May 5, 1939 at home in Idaville to the late Dudley R. and Margaret (Miller) Heiny. On August 18, 1957, she married Robert "Bob" Dean Pool at the Monticello United Methodist Church. He preceded her in...
Lynn A. Conley
Jun 20, 2025
Lynn Ann Conley, 62, of Monticello, passed away on June 20, 2025 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.
Lynn was born on February 20, 1963 in Monticello to the late Verla (Hettinger) Stevens. She married David Brian Conley, Sr., but later divorced.
Lynn was a 1982 graduate of North White High School. She had worked at Pizza Hut, Indiana Beach in...
Luis Angel Montoya
Jun 20, 2025
Luis Angel Montoya, 24, of Monon, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025 at IU Health White Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
He was born on April 30, 2001 in Chicago to Bernardo and Reyna (Treviño) Montoya.
He was a 2020 graduate of North White High School. He was involved with the Monon Town & Township Public Library club as a young child,...
James "Jim" Hallar
Jun 15, 2025
James "Jim" Hallar, 98, of Monticello, passed away on June 15, 2025 at IU Health White Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
He was born on September 29, 1926 in Lafayette to the late Frederich Van Buren and Esther Pauline (Kirtley) Hallar. On June 24, 1951 he married Phyllis Marie Cunningham at the Presbyterian Church in Delphi. She preceded him in death on...
Grace A. Laszczewski
Jun 14, 2025
Grace A. Laszczewski, 91, of Monticello, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at I U Health White Memorial Hospital in Monticello.
She was born on November 7, 1933 in Chicago to the late Raymond and Catherine (Foley) Allen. On April 23, 1955 she married Richard Laszczewski at St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Chicago. He preceded her in death April 3,...
