The Posey County News

Paul Eugene Mitchell, 96, of Mt. Vernon, IN passed away, October 21, 2025 at the Charles Ford Home in New Harmony. He was born May 1, 1929 in Mt. Vernon, IN to the late Lee and Martha (Ingle) Mitchell. Paul proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. A 1948 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, he worked for Farm Bureau Oil Co. for 43 years before retiring in 1991. He was an active member of Faith United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of the IMA

Robert M. Miller, 83, of Evansville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on September 8, 1942, in Evansville to the late Ed and Mary (Schuler) Miller. He worked his whole life on his family farm; he was a lifelong west sider and a member of Saint Boniface Catholic Church. Bob enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting and raising fish. Just two years ago, Bob built a cabin on his property where his family

Andrea Beth (Black) Freeland, 51, of Highlands Ranch, Colo., formerly of Mount Vernon passed away August 19, 2025 in Denver. She was born July 30, 1974 to Robert “Bob” and Janis (Brady) Black. Andrea was baptized into the Christian faith. She graduated with honors from Mount Vernon High School in 1992, where she excelled academically and was selected for the National Honor Society. During her school years, she tutored fellow students and also taught at Debbie’s School of Danc

Frank Smith, 73, of Poseyville, passed away peacefully at his home on October 24, 2025. He was born in Kokomo, Ind., on September 8, 1952, the son of Wilbur and Patty (Perryman) Smith. Frank was a proud graduate of Frankfort Senior High School, where he excelled on the swim team, earning several trophies and setting records. His athletic achievements earned him a swimming scholarship to Indiana State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. Following colleg