David Emge

Sep 08, 1946 - Jan 19, 2024

Evansville, IN

"On January 20th, 2024, in Evansville, Indiana, actor David Emge passed away at the age of 77. Famous for his role as helicopter pilot Stephen in the 1978 zombie classic Dawn of the Dead, Emge left a lasting impression on horror fans worldwide. His filmography also included notable appearances in The Booby Hatch (1976) and Basket Case 2 (1990). Emge's journey into acting began after his service in the Vietnam War. He started at the Pittsburgh Playhouse before moving to New York. It was there tha...Read More

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Philip H. Hayes

Aug 31, 1940 - Dec 19, 2023

Evansville, IN

Philip H. Hayes was a former U.S. Congressman and prominent attorney. He peacefully passed away at the age of 83 on December 20th, 2023, in Evansville, Indiana. A longtime resident of Indiana, Hayes, born on September 1st, 1940, in Battle Creek, Michigan. He was a respected figure in both legal and political circles. Mayor Lloyd Winnecke expressed his condolences on Facebook, remembering Hayes as a friend and a source of valuable political advice. Winnecke admired Hayes for his intellect, wit, and practical approach to public service. Hayes attended the Indiana University and Indiana University Law School. He went on to practice law privately in Evansville. Later, he served as deputy prosecutor for Vanderburgh County from 1967 to 1968. In the 1970s, Hayes entered the political arena. Thus being elected to the Indiana State Senate from 1970 to 1974 as a Democrat. At the age of 33, he successfully ran for the U.S. House of Representatives' 8th District seat in 1974, serving from 1975 to 1977. Current eighth district representative Larry Bucshon acknowledged Hayes' dedicated public service. Thus recognizing his contributions in the Indiana Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives, and as County Attorney.

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