Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Frances "Joan" Payne
Jan 16, 2025
Frances "Joan" Payne, age 91, passed away on January, 16, 2025, at her residence.
Joan was born in Greenfield, Indiana on September 28, 1933, to the late Maurice Holmes and Ruth (Harrison) Holmes.
Joan and her husband Charlie owned and operated Payne's Auto Parts in Charlottesville for 64 years. She worked at Eli Lilly for many years in computer processing, and in...
Betty Jean Wilson
Jan 15, 2025
FORTVILLE- Betty Jean (Henderson) Wilson, 88, passed away January 15, 2025.
She was born on February 20, 1936, in Olive Hill, Kentucky.
In addition to being a homemaker, Betty had been employed at RCA Corporation, Indianapolis; Firestone Products, Noblesville and the housekeeping department at Riverview Hospital, Noblesville for many years.
She was a member of the Knightstown Church of the Nazarene and Red...
Richard Hall
Jan 13, 2025
Richard K. Hall, 67, of Pendleton, IN, passed away in the early morning hours of January 13th 2025, He passed peacefully in his sleep at home with his wife.
Richard was born April 19th 1957 in Indianapolis, IN, the son of Melvin Kenneth Hall and Marjorie Jean Strange.
Richard graduated from Crispus Attucks High School in Indianapolis, IN in 1974.
Richard married Karen...
Myron Jack May
Jan 13, 2025
Myron Jack May, 92, of Pendleton, passed away on January 13, 2025 at Rawlins House. He was born on September 29, 1932 in Albany, IN to the late Russell and Harriett (Boots) May. Myron married his loving wife, Treva (Abell) May, and the two were married for 39 years before her passing. He graduated with his masters degree in Library...
Karen Sue Perkins
Jan 12, 2025
Karen Sue Perkins, 79, of Anderson, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her home in Anderson following an extended illness.
She was born on October 5, 1945 in Anderson, Indiana to Richard and Norma (Haskell) Fox. She was a graduate of Lapel High School.
Karen retired in 2000 from Bridgestone Firestone as a laborer. After retirement, she worked at Hypro-Filtration...
Daniel Lee Schuyler
Jan 12, 2025
Daniel Lee Schuyler, 75, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Advent Health in Sebring, Florida following a brief illness.
He was born on May 12, 1949, in Anderson, Indiana to George and Mary lou (Sedwick) Schuyler. He was a 1967 graduate of Lapel High School.
He retired from Guide Lamp Division of General Motors after 30 years of...
Chad Pilkington
Jan 11, 2025
Chad E. Pilkington, 53, of Lapel, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, due to injuries he sustained in a snowmobile accident. Born on November 9, 1971, to Brian and his beloved mother, Linda Sue (Caplinger) Pilkington. Chad was a lifelong resident of Lapel and a proud member of the community.
He was the owner and operator of Lapel Truck and...
Maryann Eades
Jan 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maryann Eades, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us peacefully at the age of 81. Maryann passed away on January 10, 2025, surrounded by her family, a reflection of the countless lives she touched with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love.
Maryann was born in 1943, and throughout her...
Susan Glenda Rogers
Jan 9, 2025
Susan Glenda (Pruitt) Rogers of Anderson, Indiana, left us on January 9, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderson. Born on October 18, 1952, in Anderson to Glendal Pruitt and Frances Arlene (Shaul) Faulkenburg, she was a true local through and through.
Susie graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1970 and went on to share a wonderful life with her husband,...
Karese Ayn Miller
Jan 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karese Ayn Miller, who went to see Jesus on January 6, 2025 at Community Hospital in Anderson. Born on January 7, 1967, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Jim and Amy (Peck) Miller, Karese brought joy and laughter to those around her throughout her life.
Karese attended Park Manor Special Education, where...
Clifford "Cliff" Lee Reed
Jan 6, 2025
On Monday, January 6, 2025, Clifford “Cliff” Lee Reed of Anderson, loving Father and Grandfather, died peacefully. Born February 25, 1936, in Blocher IN.; He was the son of the late Lula Mae Reed and Rolla Reed of Anderson IN; Brother of the late Marvin and (Sharon) Reed of Anderson IN, and the late Bob (Shirley) Foust of Lapel IN....
Israel Villarreal-Mendoza
Jan 5, 2025
Israel Villarreal-Mendoza, 73, de Anderson a fallecido inesperada mente en Enero 5, 2025. El nacio en Arcelia, Guerrero en Mexico a padres difuntos, Manuel Villarreal y Maria Jesus-Mendoza. Israel trabajaba como gardinero por unos cuantos años antes que se jubilo. El encuentro el camino espiritual en la Iglesia Cristinia Refugio de Dios. El fue conocido por ser bien bromista y...
Deborah Mae Putman
Jan 5, 2025
Deborah Mae Putman, 63, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief illness.
She was born on October 6, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Robert Buchanan and Martha (Hendrickson) Brewner. She was a 1980 graduate of Columbus North High School. She was an account manager for Mays Chemical in Indianapolis.
She...
Marna Lou Surber
Jan 2, 2025
Marna Lou Surber, 69 of Markleville, passed away Thursday evening, January 2, 2025 at Anderson, St Vincent -Ascention Hospital after an extended illness.
She was born January 11, 1955 in Anderson, Indiana the daughter of the late Robert Surber and Nellie (Adams) Gilley.
Marna, loved doing word searches, reading, watching western movies, and she loved sports.
She is survived by her lifelong mate,...
James "Jim" E. Ferrell
Jan 1, 2025
James “Jim” E. Ferrell, 58, of Anderson, passed away January 1, 2025, following an extended illness.
Jim was a Madison Heights graduate and had worked as a Salem Township EMT and Time Warner cable technician. He enjoyed fishing and electronics.
He is survived by his daughters, Jayma Ferrell, Stephanie Poor and Branda Ferrell; mother, Diana Ferrell; sister, Kimm Spaugh; brother, Chris Ferrell;...
Christy Barger
Dec 31, 2024
Christy Barger, 66, of Logansport, Indiana passed away December 31, 2024, at Millers Merry Manor, Logansport.
She was born on September 2, 1958, in Anderson to the late Perry E. & Barbara Joyce (Slack) Hopper. Christy graduated from Pendleton Heights High School. She retired from Cracker Barrel.
Christy enjoyed singing, dancing, watching pastors on the television, Lifetime movies & Hallmark Christmas movies....
Sheryn Ann Franklin
Dec 29, 2024
A devoted mother, loving ma'am, and cherished friend, Sheryn Ann Franklin passed away peacefully on December 29th at the age of 79 surrounded by her loving family. On December 25, 1945, on a day in which lots of boys were born in Anderson, Indiana, Sheryn was the first girl born that Christmas at St. John's Hospital. She was an exceptional...
Lula Mae Godbey
Dec 28, 2024
Lula Mae Godbey, 96, of Pendleton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Rawlins House Nursing Home. Lula Mae was born on June 19, 1928 in Middletown, Indiana to Everett Forney and Lilith (Cox) Forney.
She graduated from Middletown High School then later married Minvel Young and George Godbey whom now both precede her in...
Betty L. Diley
Dec 27, 2024
Betty L. Diley, 96, long time Anderson resident, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 in Cynthiana, Kentucky with her family by her side. She was born September 23, 1928 in Mishawaka, Indiana the daughter of Roy and Maude (Smith) Dick. She graduated from Elkhart High School in 1946. She married Jack Diley on June 6, 1948. Betty and Jack...
Paula Faye Mullin
Dec 27, 2024
Paula Faye Mullin, 76, of Middletown, passed away on December 27, 2024 at Community Hospital of Anderson. Per Paula’s wishes, cremation has been chosen and there will be no services at this time.
Bozell Funeral Homes, Brown-Butz-Diedring Chapel is honored to care for Paula and serve the Mullin family.
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