Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Robert Leroy Milam
Feb 20, 2025
Robert Milam, 78, of Anderson passed away February 20, 2025. He was born on October 13, 1946, in Anderson to the late Leroy & Martha Milam. Robert graduated from Anderson High School in 1965.
Robert owned and operated Mid-State Landscaping before retiring due to health reasons. He was a very hard worker and wish he didn't have to retire. Robert had...
Adela Ortiz Bautista
Feb 19, 2025
Adela Ortiz Bautista, 43, de Anderson falleció el 19 de febrero de 2025. Ella nació el 7 de julio de 1981 en San Francisco Caballua, Monte Verde, Oaxaca, México a Marcelino Ortiz Bautista y Magdalena (Ortiz) Bautista Santiago. Adela se casó con su amado esposo, Felix Sanjuan Gutierrez, y los dos estuvieron casados por varios años. Trabajó en la producción...
James H. Weeks
Feb 19, 2025
James H. Weeks, 57, of Anderson, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at his home.
He was born on October 4, 1967, in Anderson, Indiana to Anthony H. and Lynn (Ford) Weeks. James was a 1987 graduate of Lapel High School and went on to earn his associate's degree from Lincoln Tech as a master technician.
He owned and operated Weeks...
Forest "Bud" E. Reeves
Feb 19, 2025
Forest "Bud" E. Reeves, 91, of Shirley passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side.
He was born December 16, 1933 in Shirley, the son of the late Odis Clinton and Pearl (Miller) Reeves.
Bud married the love of his life Eva on February 17, 1956. He retired from Delco-Remy in Anderson after forty and...
Diane L. Cummins
Feb 18, 2025
Diane L. (Cornelius) Cummins, 54, died February 18, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie following an extended illness.
She was born September 28, 1970, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Thomas Earl Cornelius and Shirley Mae Weir and was a former Pendleton resident.
She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents Joan Cornelius and Albert Cornelius.
Survivors include children, Michael...
Sara Rae Ramirez
Feb 16, 2025
Sara Rae Ramirez, 35, of Indianapolis, passed away February 16, 2025.
She was born on September 18, 1989, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Sara was a homemaker, mother and housewife.
Survivors include her beloved husband, Hugo Ramirez; children, Sean Fesmire and Sophia Fesmire; mother and stepfather, Terri and Todd Hoffman; father, Anthony Russell; sister, Taylor Russell; stepsiblings, Jessica Hoffman, Elizabeth Hoffman and Timothy Hoffman; many...
Phyllis J. Smith
Feb 16, 2025
Phyllis J. Smith, 85, of Anderson, passed away February 16, 2025, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson. She was born on October 8, 1939, in Anderson to the late Philip C. & Ruth (Roberts) Hotzel.
She graduated from Anderson High School in 1957. She had previously worked at GM/Delco and Anderson High School systems.
Phyllis enjoyed shopping, traveling, and visiting her...
Dana Marilyn Hexamer
Feb 16, 2025
Dana "Marilyn" Hexamer, 88, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away on February 16, 2025. Born on September 14, 1936, in Anderson, Indiana, she was the daughter of James F. McGill and Florence (Cook) McGill. Marilyn married the love of her life, Larry Hexamer, on November 23, 1957, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Anderson.
Marilyn had a successful career as an office...
Joshua Ty Dutrow
Feb 15, 2025
Joshua Ty Dutrow, 40, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN following an extended illness.
He was born on June 28, 1984, in Anderson, Indiana to Raymond Luther Dutrow and Mary Melinda (Turner) Sarten. He was a 2002 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School.
He had most recently been...
Stephen J. Sharpe
Feb 13, 2025
Stephen J. Sharpe, 68, of Lapel, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his home in Lapel following an extended illness. He was born on June 7, 1956, in Anderson, Indiana to James H. and Vada L. (Fitzwater) Sharpe. He was a 1975 graduate of Lapel High School.
He was an accomplished car salesman and received a national sales award...
Bradley Weldon Vincent
Feb 13, 2025
Bradley Weldon Vincent, 83, of Wilkinson passed away on February 13, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family. Weldon was born on September 23, 1941 in Chanute, Tennessee to the late Reed Bradley and Ruby (Beaty) Vincent. He married the love of his life, Orpha Irene (Gosser) Vincent on February 17, 1962 and the two were married for 52...
Thomas Zirkelbach
Feb 12, 2025
Thomas F. Zirkelbach, 74, of Anderson, passed away February 12, 2025, at Envive Healthcare, Anderson, Indiana. He was born on January 22, 1951, in Anderson to Donald & Dorothy (Frossard) Zirkelbach. Thomas graduated from Anderson High School in 1969.
Thomas loved music especially Bob Dylan, the Beatles, and Phil Keaggy and was involved with the talent shows. He was very artistic...
Mary Jo Beaty
Feb 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and immense gratitude for her beautiful life, that we announce the passing of Mary Jo Beaty. Mary peacefully passed away in the morning hours of February 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home.
Mary Jo was born on July 2, 1951, in Muncie, Indiana and from a young age, she embraced life with...
Diane "Dye Dye" M. Simmons
Feb 9, 2025
Diane "Dye Dye" M. Simmons, 60, of Alexandria, passed away on February 9, 2025. She was born on September 13, 1964 in Newburyport, Massachusetts, Diane was the beloved daughter of Leila (Horr) Eaton and Richard Eaton. Diane worked at Action Air doing clerical work. Diane was a "jill of all trades". She loved karaoke, golfing, drawing, riding Harley Davidson motorcycles,...
Michaela Anne Miller
Feb 7, 2025
Michaela Anne Miller, a vibrant soul who brightened the lives of everyone she met, passed away on February 7, 2025, at the age of 35. Born on May 27, 1989, in Anderson, Indiana, Michaela was the beloved daughter of David "D.R." Miller and Robyn (Jervis) Miller, who adopted her on October 10, 2000. This moment marked a special chapter in...
Laura Elisabeth Hartwell
Feb 4, 2025
PENDLETON- Laura Elisabeth Hartwell, 70, of Pendleton, passed away at her home on February 4, 2025, while surrounded by loved ones.
She was born on July 4, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Walter and Beulah Marie (Gray) Kindley.
Laura was a loving wife, mother and grandmother in addition to a hardworking strong woman. She spent time working as a teaching...
Penny Diane Mercer
Feb 2, 2025
Penny Diane Mercer, 71, of Pendleton, Indiana, left us on February 2, 2025, surrounded by love at her home. Born to Bruce and Gloria (Fruit) Jackson on May 6, 1953, Penny was a proud graduate of Huntington North High School. Over the years, she dedicated her career to the payroll department of various trucking companies before transitioning to a role...
Rhonda Bowling
Feb 1, 2025
Rhonda Bowling, 70, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away February 1, 2025 from injuries sustained in a house fire.
She was born on January 29, 1955, in Evansville, Indiana to Jesse and Violet (VanBibber) Smith.
Rhonda graduated from Reitz High School in Evansville, Indiana. She retired as a CNA.
Rhonda enjoyed playing Bingo, Skipbo, and drinking Pepsi. She also loved spending time with her...
Robert "Bob" "Bob-Kat" Edward Humble
Jan 31, 2025
Robert "Bob" "Bob-Kat" Edward Humble, 65, of Ingalls passed away on January 31, 2025. He was born on August 24, 1959 to the late William "Bill" Arthur and Phyllis Maxine (Hasty) Humble. Bob married his loving wife, Caryl Jones, just a month ago, but the two have spent many years together. After graduating from high school, he began working as...
Peter Otis Shriner
Jan 28, 2025
Peter “Pete” Otis Shriner, 67, of Pendleton, died January 28, 2025, at his home.
He was born on December 29, 1957, in Manhattan, Kansas and worked in the chrome plating trade for several years.
Pete was a US Army veteran. He was an avid fisherman and loved country music. Pete had a sweet tooth and loved his chocolates. He was known as...
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