Obituaries

Billie Hoosier, 40, passed away July 3, 2026.
Billie was born April 2, 1986, to Barbara Norvell and William Hoosier. She loved doing hair and spending time with family and friends.
Billie is survived by her daughters, Tranity Hoosier, Destiny Smith; father, William (Bernita) Hoosier; sister, Nekia Hoosier, Marion...

Kenyatth Milhouse, 51, passed away June 20, 2026.
Kenyatth was born Oct. 29, 1974, to Frank and Veronica Milhouse.
He enjoyed music, singing and spending time with family and friends.
Kenyatth is survived by his son, Zakarius Milhouse; daughters, Shala Milhouse, Zeyonce Milhouse; sister, Chyna (Joey) Tilford;...

Joan, 93 years young, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, at Community Hospital.
Joan was a mom, grandmother, great- grandmother, and recently a great-great-grandmother. She loved playing cards, golfing, bingo, and enjoying her time with family and friends.
She has spent the last few years living her best life...

Karen (Baker) Gilson, 68, of Anderson, passed away at her home in Leesburg, Florida, on June 21, 2026, with her devoted husband, John, at her side.
Karen was born on Feb. 27, 1958, in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. She will be remembered, by the many people that loved her, for her compassionate heart, upbeat...

Robert Louis Leach, 57, lovingly known as "RobDogg," who passed away on June 16, 2026.
Robert was born on Nov. 3, 1968. Robert will be remembered as a funny, loyal, down-to-earth man with a strong spirit and a deep love for his family.
He is survived by his wife Amy (Clauve) Leach; mother Lorrayna (Stephenson)...

Connie Eldridge, 76, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, June 26, 2026.
She was born in Muncie, to the late Rodger and Emma Lou Byrne.
Connie retired from Jobsource in 2014 after more than 30 years and she has kept a close friendship with the Jobsource girls. She loved watching IU...

ALEXANDRIA — Maxine A. (Adams) Gardner, 92, met her Savior, Jesus Christ face to face from her residence, as she peacefully slept while surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
She was born on Dec. 17, 1933, in Alexandria, to Clarence and Etta (Gaither) Adams, and was a lifetime Alexandria...

Clifford McDaniel Jr., 99, of Anderson, passed away on June 19, 2026, at Sugar Fork Crossing following a brief illness.
He was born on Oct. 29, 1926, in Taylor County, Kentucky, to Clifford F. and Bertha Emma (Chappel) McDaniel. He served in the US Army during World War II. He graduated from Anderson College in...

Pastor Shellie Isiah Foard, 79, passed away June 17, 2026.
Pastor Shellie Foard was born July 31, 1946, in Prairie, Mississippi, to Mary Anna and Eddie Foard.
Pastor Shellie worked as a school monitor for Anderson High School and was the pastor at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church.
Pastor Shellie Foard...

Barbara Pauline Eldridge, 90, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026.
She was born April 10, 1936, in Sullivan, Indiana, to Orien and Ruby (Cox) Williams.
At a young age, Barbara moved with her family to Anderson, Indiana, where she spent most of her life. She attended Anderson High School, where she met the love...

Veronica Wanda Neal, 90, of Noblesville, passed away peacefully at home on June 6, 2026.
She was born Jan. 14, 1936, in Anderson.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bradley (2013); her parents, Honora and Gilbert Hall; father, Alexander Hernick; sister; Barbara; and brother, William "Bill."
Veronica "Roni"...

Marcia Mae (Scott) Hale, 97, of Middletown, Indiana, passed away peacefully June 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Oct. 25, 1928, in Henry County, Indiana, to the late Howard and Ruth (Reynolds) Scott. Marcia was a steadfast friend who was known for her sharp mind, peaceful demeanor and gentle...

Louis Ricci, 95, of Anderson, passed away June 15, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born June 5, 1931, in Anderson, Indiana, to his parents, Frances and Frank Ricci.
Louis graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1949. After graduation, he faithfully served his country in the United States Army.
He...

Robert Dallas Broadnax, 74, passed away June 3, 2026.
Robert was born Jan. 31, 1952, to John and Dorothy Broadnax.
He was a 1970 Anderson High School graduate and General Motors retiree.
Robert enjoyed Phytophile, working on cars, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Robert is survived by his...

Nancy Anne McEntire, age 77, left us in this world on Monday, June 1, 2026.
She was born May 5, 1949, in Indianapolis, to Robert and Roxanna Surface.
Left behind to cherish her memory are her husband of 50 years, George Theodore McEntire; her children, Michelle Renfro Lewis (Mark), Bryan McEntire and Jeremy...

David Charles Shade passed away on June 9, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of his family. Though he lived in Anderson, Indiana for a majority of his life, he was proudly from the great Commonwealth of Kentucky.
David was born on June 16, 1948, to Robert and Martha (Brashear) Shade, in Louisville, as...

Kermit Stacy, 94, formerly of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at Westminster Village North in Indianapolis.
Born on Oct. 8, 1931, in Muses Mills, Kentucky, to Fred Stacy and Cordia (McRoberts) Ratliff. Kermit lived a rich life filled with love, laughter, and sports.
He was married to the...

Frederick Nicola "Nick" Gigliotti passed away peacefully at home in Ohio on May 28, 2026, at the age of 88, just weeks shy of his 89th birthday.

Nick was born on June 18, 1937, in Bedford, Ohio, to Frank and Madeline Gigliotti. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved granddaughter, Dahlia...

John Charles Razor, 103, passed away after a long and well-lived life.
Born Sept. 18, 1922, in Henry County. He graduated from Mount Summit High School and served in the U.S. Army during World War II, including the Battle of the Bulge.
He worked for 44 years at Delco Remy, Anderson. John was known for his strong...

The Rev. James Otis Morehead, retired Anderson University speech and communications professor, transitioned on May 23, 2026.
He was born June 5, 1946, in Monroe, Louisiana. He taught at AU for 32 years and served as pastor of the Pasadena Heights Church of God in Indianapolis since 1993.
He's survived by his wife...

ANDERSON [mdash] Joan Alma Allison, 83, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026.
Born on April 30, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Joan lived a life defined by dedication, compassion, and a deep love for learning and family.
She devoted an extraordinary 50 years to teaching English, shaping...

ANDERSON [mdash] Ronald L Cantrell peacefully passed away on May 29, 2026, with his family at his side.
Ron was a wonderful husband, father, and Papa, among many other roles he played in everyone's life.
Born in Richlands, Virginia, Feb. 22, 1953, he moved to Indiana at age 8. He lived in Oklahoma for 12 years and...

Julia "Julie" A. (Brown) Etchison, 76, met her Lord and Savior face to face from Community Hospital in Anderson on Thursday, May 28, 2026, following an extended illness.
She was born Jan. 16, 1950, in Anderson to Harold and Anna Belle (Little) Brown and was a lifetime resident of Alexandria.
Julie was a graduate of...

Maxine Beth Vetor, 102, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by her family at Primrose Retirement Community.
She was born on October 12, 1923, in French Lick, Indiana to the late Charles H. and Cecile (Wininger) Leonard. She was a 1941 graduate of Anderson High School. She attended Indiana...

Born on June 8, 1939, in Daleville, Indiana, Linda was the beloved daughter of Roy and Mary Reeves.
She graduated from Daleville High School with the Class of 1957.
From an early age, Linda's life was rooted in a deep and abiding faith in God. She will be remembered as a devoted Christian woman whose unwavering...

Harry Dale Morgan, 71, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 17, 2026.
He was born on April 4, 1955, in Anderson, where he lived his entire life and built a legacy of hard work, kindness, and devotion to family and friends.
Harry proudly served his country in the United States Navy....

ALEXANDRIA — Robert P. "Bob" Mudd, 56, left the chains of his earthly body and gained a new heavenly body on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, following an extended illness.
He was born on Aug. 2, 1969, in Elwood, to Larry and Frances Charlene (Kirby) Mudd and attended Alexandria schools. Bob started working for his dad at...

Dudley H. Dunn-Son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather/great-grandfather and friend.
Born Aug. 21, 1930, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was married for 55 years to his lovely bride, Phyllis. They were blessed with three children. Glenda, husband, Reick Crabtree, Collette "Coco" husband, Steve Bill, and son...

Margaret "June" Clark, 99, of Markleville, passed away on May 17, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent in Fishers.
She was born June 21, 1926, in Marshall, Illinois, to her parents, Pearle and David Clark.
June attended a one-room schoolhouse locally known as "The Opossum School".
June was hired at Guide Lamp in 1944,...

Alfonzo "Mombo" Johnson, passed away May 12, 2026.
Alfonzo was born June 20, 1947 in Auburndale, Florida, to Charles Johnson and Hattie Mae Davis Johnson. He graduated from George Washington Carver High School in Montgomery, Alabama, attended Alabama State University, drafted to the Green Bay Packers and retired...

Rose E. Veneskey, 92, of Anderson, passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2026.
Born on June 23, 1933, in Bakerton, Pennsylvania, Rose was the beloved daughter of Michael and Mary (Hresco) Gormish. She was married to her cherished husband, Sylvester "Sy" Veneskey, and together they built a loving family.
She is...

Orlia Arthur "Art" Tate Jr., 88, of Anderson, passed away peacefully with family and a family friend at his bedside on March 31, 2026.
Art was the eldest of four children. He grew up in Indiana.
After graduating from Ball State University, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force....

Nancy Sue Ashbaugh, 83, of Alexandria, passed away on May 9, 2026, at her home in Alexandria.
She was born on Oct. 8, 1942, in Anderson, to her parents, Violet Elizabeth and John Pershing Van Matre.
Nancy attended Anderson High School and continued her education at Ivy Tech Vocational School.
She retired in 1996...

Thomas Tranbarger, 89, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born on Sept. 26, 1936, in Anderson, to Charles G. and Catherine A. (Miller) Tranbarger.
Thomas was a graduate of Anderson High School. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army for two years....

Doris K. (Ingram) Pyle, 92, of Anderson, passed away on Feb. 10, 2026, at Envive Healthcare following an extended illness.
She was born on April 22, 1933, in Bainbridge, Georgia, to Remus and Bertha (Poston) Ingram.
She graduated from Anderson College with a bachelor's degree in education and from Ball State...

Donald R. "Don" Waltermire entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, May 7, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family and the faith that guided his life.
Don was born on Feb. 10, 1938, in Scipio, Indiana, to Earl and Annabell (Clifford) Waltermire, the oldest of eight children. Don was a devoted husband, father,...

Vaughn Allen Bracken, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and dedicated farmer, passed away at his home on May 9, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on July 30, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana, he was the son of the late Carl and Genevieve (Carpenter) Bracken.
Vaughn graduated from Lapel High School and went on to...

Janna Lynn Sorg — a lover of nature, animals, her family and God —died unexpectedly at her home on May 5, 2026. She was 79 years old.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Don Sorg; her children, Lisa Sorg, Matthew Sorg (Mollie), and Jessica Sorg-Sweeney (Don); granddaughter, Lanie Sorg, and her beloved...

Martha "Jody" Campfield, 85, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength.
Jody was the beloved wife of William "Larry" Campfield for 55 years. She was previously married to Cecil J. Bankson, with whom she shared her two daughters, Terri and Lori. Her life was...

Debra S. Buster, 73, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Northview Health and Living, Anderson.
She was born on Jan. 17, 1953, in Anderson.
Debra graduated from Highland High School and was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She loved cooking, crocheting, gardening, traveling, and being with...

Deanna Yancey, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born on March 26, 1938, to Charles "Chad" and Beryl (Ruby) Goff.
She graduated from Pendleton High School in 1956, and attended Indiana University. She was married to Bob Yancey for 48 years before Bob's death in 2006....

Ruth Alice Norris, 67, of Anderson, passed away on May 1, 2026, at Beaumont Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on April 24, 1959, in New Castle.
Ruth graduated with honors from Shenandoah High School in 1977. She was a member of The National Honor Society, and studied to be a medical assistant at Ivy Tech. She...

Gary Lee Parks of Anderson, passed away on April 28, 2026.
Born on Jan. 1, 1953, in Anderson, to Stephen and Stella Parks.
A proud graduate of Madison Heights High School in 1972, Gary's talents knew no bounds. He was an electrician, pipefitter, and boiler maker. He could fix anything that a hammer doesn't. His...

Living on "the farm" in Anderson, Indiana and raising eight children was the highlight of Don's life. He served as PTO president for College Corner Elementary and was a very involved band booster and high school sports booster for Highland High School in Anderson, Indiana.
Carldon "Don" Sherrill Hawkins passed from...

Donetta Harmon, age 91, passed away peacefully at home in Lapel, on April 27, 2026.
Donetta was born Dec. 16, 1934, in Anderson, to Ward and Lola Adams. She lived in Anderson until moving to Lapel in 1999. She attended Anderson High School and as a young woman worked at J.C. Penney and Citizens Bank.
She married...

Charlotte Jane Coverdale, 80, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Community Hospital Anderson.
She was born on June 30, 1945, in Anderson, the daughter of Earl Thomas and Betty Jean (Davis) Coverdale.
Charlotte was a lifelong area resident and worked as a housekeeper and nanny in the area for many years....

ANDERSON [mdash] Mary Jane Davis, 61, passed away April 23, 2026.
Mary Jane was born March 16, 1965, to Claude and Vera Davis. She was a Madison Heights High School graduate and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Mary Jane is survived by her sister, Shirley Kay Davis; and a host of family and...

James Howard "Jim" Wright, 91, lifelong resident of Anderson, passed away at his home on April 22, 2026, following an extended illness.
He was born on Aug. 29, 1934, in Anderson, to Arthur and Corrine (Stinson) Wright. He graduated from Anderson High School in the class of 1952.
He served in the US Army.
He worked...

Nancy Lee Norton, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026.
An only child, she was born on July 9, 1933, to Ralph Henry Forbes of Ohio and Lucille Marguerite Sellers Forbes of Kentucky.
Nancy graduated from Speedway High School in 1951. She built a life centered around family, love and steadfast...

John D. Harrington Sr., 77, of Shirley, Indiana, passed away April 20, 2026, at The Waters of Middletown, with family by his side.
He was born Jan. 9, 1949, in Monrovia, Indiana, to the late James R. and Dolores I. (Tewell) Harrington.
John attended Brooklyn, Pleasantville, and Freelandville schools and graduated...

Amanda B. Jones, 85, passed away on April 12, 2026.
Amanda was born on July 25, 1940, in Yazoo City, Mississippi.
She dedicated 33 years of her life working as a CNA at Manor Care. Mandy found joy in dancing, playing bingo, sitting outside on a sunny day, watching game shows, and traveling with her family.
Amanda is...

Tom Greenwalt passed away on April 17, 2026.
He was born to Richard and Mary (Gallagher) Greenwalt on Jan. 3, 1940.
He retired from the Anderson Fire department in 1991 with 27 years of service as a fireman. He held the rank of captain and 2nd district chief during his time as a firefighter.
He was an avid...

Keith Lee Teems was ushered into the arms of his Savior on April 15.
Born Jan. 13, 1947, to Keith Raymond Teems and Lela O. Teems, in Toledo, Ohio. In early childhood, the family moved to Miami, Florida, where he graduated from Miami Norland High School. Known by his parents and siblings as "Jake" (No, we have no...

Vivian Smith, 91, of Anderson, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson after a recent illness.
She was born on Sept. 18, 1934, in Anderson, to Herbert Leroy Paschal and Helen Maude (Henderson) Paschal.
Vivian was a proud graduate of the Anderson High School Class of 1952. She was...

Dwight D. Hess passed away on April 12, 2026, at the age of 82.
He was born on March 27, 1944, in Hartford City, Indiana, to Keith W. Hess and Ruby A. (Osborne) Hess. He grew up in Dunkirk, Indiana, where he developed a strong work ethic that stayed with him throughout his life. He graduated from Dunkirk High School...

Terrance DuJuan Raymore, 36, passed away April 3, 2026.
Terrance was born on Oct. 7, 1989, to Tamara Dickerson and Victor Raymore.
He was a 2008 graduate of Anderson High School. Terry had a passion for gaming and could play for hours on end, but nothing brought him more joy than his family.
Terry leaves to cherish...

Ronald Bannon, 97, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Ronald was born on Nov. 14, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, to Everett and Geneva Bannon. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1946 and went on to proudly serve his country as a Master Sergeant in...

Kristina A. (Heavilin) Washington of Anderson went to Heaven on April 12, 2026.
She was born to A. Waine and Carneta (Teter) Heavilin on Dec. 5, 1938, in Kokomo.
Kristina was a graduate of Kokomo High School (1956) and of Indiana Business College (1957).
She met Richard Washington while working at Crescent Dairy...

Jackie Murl "Jack" Neal, 77, of Middletown, passed away surrounded by the love of his children on Friday, April 10, 2026.
He was born May 14, 1948, in Clinton County, Kentucky, a son of the late Henry Murl "Steve" and Mollie "Ethel" (Tuggle) Neal.
Jack dedicated his life to racing, his family, and his business,...