The Posey County News

2026-166 PUBLIC NOTICE Posey County Emergency Management Agency, 305 Mill Street, Mt. Vernon, IN, Posey County, in conjunction with Indiana Department of Homeland Security, has applied for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for Emergency Back Up Power for Communications Infrastructure. The objective of HMA programs is to fund mitigation measures that reduce the risk of loss of life and property from future hazard events or

Neva M. Hayes, 79, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., passed away on June 2, 2026. Neva was born on November 30, 1946, in Casey, Ill., to James and O’Dell Myers. Neva was married to the love of her life, John Hayes, who preceded her in death. Together they built a wonderful life filled with love and adventure. She especially enjoyed accompanying her husband on long-haul trucking trips and cherished the opportunity to travel throughout the western United States. Neva was an avid animal love

Herman E. Roach Jr., 77, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., peacefully passed into the arms of the Lord surrounded by his family on June 4, 2026, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. He was born on December 5, 1948 in Evansville, Ind., to the late Herman and Nadine (Russell) Roach. Herman was a 1967 graduate of Mount Vernon High School and continued his education by studying seminary at Campbellsville University. Guided by a deep faith, Herman was ordained in 1974 and he served as an interim min

Dennis M. Ward, 78, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., passed away on June 6, 2026, at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Ind., with family members by his side. Dennis was born on November 5, 1947, in Carmi, Ill., to Herman and Violet Ward. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Throughout his working years, Dennis was employed as a truck driver and painter. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy (Marvel) Ward; brothers and sisters-in-law

Margaret Elnor Knight-Moll, 95, passed peacefully at her home in New Harmony on June 5, 2026. Margaret was born August 13, 1930 in Equality, Ill., to Allegra and Web Healy, the second-eldest of four. She adored her siblings - Paul, Floyd, and Betty, and remained close with all of them throughout her life. When Margaret was 7, the family relocated to Mt. Vernon, Ind., living in the country near Upton, where her father farmed. Posey County remained her home for the rest of her

Barbara Jo Estes, age 73, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., passed away June 11, 2026, at her home. She was born on December 12, 1952 in Evansville, Ind., to the late Bob and Dorothy (Eller) Estes. Barbara was a 1971 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. She assisted at the family business, Western Auto Store in Mt. Vernon, until its closing. She later worked for General Electric and SABIC, dedicating a combined total of nearly 30 years to her career. Barbara enjoyed spending time with he

Tommy R. Johnson, 66, of Richland, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026. He was born September 4, 1959 in Evansville to the late J.A. and Betty Jean (Morrow) Johnson. He graduated from Poseyville High School and attended Friendship Baptist Church in Philpot, Ky. Tommy retired after 27 years with ALCOA, where he worked in general maintenance in the Cold Mill. He proudly served as a volunteer firefighter with the Smith Township Fire Department in Cynthiana, Ind., from 1982 to 19

Diana Mary Mayer, 84, of Wadesville, Ind., born January 31, 1942, to Frank and Mary (Lasher) Bates in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away, Friday, June 12, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving husband and children. She loved playing her piano and was a faithful servant to the Lord. She loved praying the rosary, her loving husband, attending church, our lord and savior Jesus Christ and her entire family. She was a member of St. Wendel Catholic Church and sang in the church choi

Alfred Joseph “Joe” Hall, Jr., 84, of Norris City, Ill., passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, Ill. He was born in McLeansboro, Ill., on April 17, 1942 the son of Alfred Joseph and Annalee (Morris) Hall. Joe married Iona K. Pearce on March 2, 1979. He retired as a farmer with Sailer Farms. Joe was a member of Cherry Street General Baptist Church in Carmi. He loved being outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting or mowing. Joe is