Trinity Lutheran Church - Darmstadt

05/11/2026

Join us for Ascension Service on Thursday at 7:00 PM

04/05/2026

03/31/2026

MAUNDY THURSDAY
“For Many Means For You”
April 2
7:00 PM

GOOD FRIDAY TRE-ORE
St Paul’s Lutheran Church
Noon-3:00 PM

GOOD FRIDAY
“His Dying Breath”
April 3
7:00 PM

EASTER VIGIL
“For Us He Rose From Death Again”
April 4
7:00 PM

EASTER SUNDAY
“For Us He Lives on High To
Reign”
April 5
9:30 AM

APRIL 6, 7 & 8
Readings & Communion
Noon

03/30/2026

CONFIRMATION DAY!

02/15/2026

02/06/2026

Arlene Margaret (Schauss) Hartman, age 89, of Evansville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:22 a.m., with her daughter by her side, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, family, devotion, and joyful spirit.

Arlene was born June 13, 1936, to the late Edward and Emma (Holzapfel) Schauss. Arlene was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Darmstadt. She left behind a life of farming where her days were shaped by the land she loved and the values it instilled-dedication, resilience, and pride in honest work. She also spent part of her working life at the Ideal Pure Milk Company, where she was known for her reliability and strong work ethic.

She had a deep love for travel, especially her cherished trips to Florida, where she enjoyed warmer days and a change of scenery, and Branson, MO where she enjoyed many shows and dinners. Arlene was also an enthusiastic polka dancer, always finding happiness in music, movement, and the company of others. Arlene was a member of Armstrong Recreation Center. In her free time, she enjoyed quilting and crocheting. The color “red” held a special place in her heart, inspired by the tractors that symbolized both her farming life and her bold, spirited personality.

In addition to her parents, Arlene was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Harold W. Hartman; by her sons, Curtis Hartman and infant Donald Hartman; daughter, Carol (Hartman) Bittner; and son, Quinton Hartman.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda (Hartman) Sensmeier, married to John, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will carry forward her memory, strength, and love.

Arlene will be remembered for her warmth, her determination, and the joy she found in life’s simple pleasures. Her presence will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Private services were held at Trinity Lutheran Church Darmstadt, followed by burial at the church cemetery.

Thank you to North River Health Campus and a big thank you to Deaconess Hospice for their compassionate care of Arlene.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 1401 W Boonville - New Harmony Rd, Evansville, IN 47725.

01/29/2026

For Church on Saturday & Sunday please use the main drive and parking lot. The back drive and parking area has not been plowed. There will be valet parking on Sunday for anyone who wishes to use it. Stay safe and warm.

01/28/2026

There will be no Wednesday Night Bible Class tonight. Stay warm and safe.

01/22/2026

Due to impending weather conditions, we are changing church service times. We will have church on Saturday morning beginning at 9:30 AM with Bible Class following. There will be NO Church on Saturday Night or Sunday Morning.

01/17/2026

Karon Loreine (Lutz) Wathen, 88, of Darmstadt, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026, at home with her loved ones near her. She was born November 09, 1937, in Evansville to the late Norman and Adelia Lutz.

Karon and Robert “Wayne” Wathen were married August 28, 1960, at Darmstadt Trinity Lutheran Church where she has been a lifelong member. Karon was very active in the church choir, sang solo at many weddings and enjoyed all activities through the church. She was the Sunday School Secretary/Administrator for 50 yrs. She was also an administrative assistant for several businesses through the years, as well. Karon was an avid gardener and loved her goats, sheep, chickens and cats. She had a special horse named Stormy. She was a lifetime member of the American Goat Association. She loved all farm animals and her special pets, too.

Karon is survived by her husband of almost 66 yrs, Robert “Wayne” Wathen; sons, Michael (Kula), Dean and Neal; grandchildren, Zachary (Kiana) and Courtney Wathen; great grandchildren, Reid and Reagan Wathen.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Lutz, her in-laws, Frank and Ruth Wathen and her sisters-in-law, Norma Niehaus and Marilyn Johnson.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Darmstadt Trinity Lutheran Church. A graveside Committal Service will follow at 4:00 p.m. at the Church Cemetery across the street from the Sanctuary with Pastor James Glowinski officiating.

Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.