Mary Lou Lunstrum

Mary Lou Lunstrum, 85, of Terre Haute, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at The Gibson Family Center of Hospice Care at Union Hospital.

Mary Lou was born on September 15, 1940, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to William “Red” Rhoden and Nellie Mae Rhoden. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and neighbor—truly one of the kindest and most loving people anyone could have known.

Her life revolved around her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mary Lou found joy in walking, dancing, and spending time sitting on the porch visiting with her neighbors. She absolutely adored her cat, Mr. Kitty, and cherished every moment spent with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Christina Roberts; her son, Greg Walsh; grandchildren, Larry Vire II, Lindsay Gibson, Whitney and Wade Walsh; great-grandchildren, Sammy, Abby, Dylan, Clacey Mae, Leia, Dex, Maddi, Alexa, Bella, Wyatt and Hailey; and her great-great-grandchild, Mavis Billiot. The Lunstrum family. Honorary Family: Erika, John and Rachael Edwards, Jessica, Joey and Jared Downing. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, William “Red” and Nellie Mae Rhoden; her husband, Bill Lunstrum; and her brother, Bobby Rhoden and son in law David K Roberts. 

Mary Lou will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, and her kindness and gentle spirit will forever be remembered.

Special thanks to The Gibson Family Center of Hospice Care. Thank you to all the nurses, aides, social workers, housekeepers, and chaplain. You were such a tremendous support to our family and took exceptional care of Mary Lou. We are deeply grateful for your compassion and kindness

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Gibson Family Center for Hospice Care in loving memory of Mary Lou Lunstrum.

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