Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

David Lynn Mattingly, Jr.

David Lynn Mattingly, Jr.

Jul 7, 2024

David Lynn Mattingly, Jr., 52, of Wilkinson passed away July 7, 2024 at his home following an extended illness.

He was born December 24, 1971 in Beech Grove, Indiana to the late David Lynn and Sharon Ann (Seawert) Mattingly, Sr.

David was a project manager for Indiana Traffic Services for several years.

He was a graduate of Howe High School, Indianapolis and was...

Dennis E. Daffron

Dennis E. Daffron

Jul 7, 2024

Dennis E. Daffron, 69, of Lake Placid, Florida, passed away on July 7, 2024, at in Anderson, Indiana following an extended illness. 

He was born on July 24, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Lester and Jeanette (Collins) Daffron. 

He graduated from Anderson High School and Tri-State University. He retired as a foreman from Guide Lamp Division of General Motors in Anderson. 

He loved...

Samantha Baker

Samantha Baker

Jul 4, 2024

It is with great heartache and sadness that we must announce: 

Samantha (Sam) Joann Baker, 32, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Huntington Beach, California. 

Sam was born on October 16, 1991, to Phillip and Beverley (Griffin/White) Baker, in Noblesville, Indiana. She grew up in Arcadia and Cicero and attended Hamilton Heights High School. 

She is survived by her son,...

Joyce E. Zigler

Joyce E. Zigler

Jul 4, 2024

Joyce E.(Webb) Harbit Zigler, 86, of Cicero, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. 

She was born on November 7, 1937, in Beech Grove, Indiana to Joseph E. and Naomi (Miller) Webb. She had two sons Marc and David Harbit with her first husband, Ted Harbit. She was married for 55 years to Roger Zigler,...

Phyllis Ann Hersberger

Phyllis Ann Hersberger

Jul 3, 2024

Phyllis Ann Hersberger, 88, of Lapel, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Anderson following an extended illness. 

She was born on July 17, 1935, in Anderson, Indiana to Alva and Gladys (Bell) Hall. She was a 1953 graduate of Lapel High School. She was married to "Herbie" on June 15, 1956. They were...

Janet "Jan" Marcia Rager

Janet "Jan" Marcia Rager

Jul 1, 2024

Janet “Jan” Marcia Rager, 88, of Pendleton, passed away July 1, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital.

Jan was born January 22, 1936 in Anderson, Indiana and lived in Pendleton most of her life.

She retired as a secretary for engineers at GM Guide Division in 1992 following 30 years of service. 

Jan was a 1954 graduate of Pendleton High School and...

Stephen Livingston

Stephen Livingston

Jun 30, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stephen Livingston on June 30th, 2024. Stephen was born in Anderson on June 22, 1964. He graduated from Highland high school in 1982. Stephen received his Master’s degree from Ball State University. During his time in college, he played rugby and was an active member of the student council. He went on...

Mary Ellen Hersberger

Mary Ellen Hersberger

Jun 30, 2024

Mary Ellen Hersberger, 93, of Columbus, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at her residence in Columbus, Indiana. She had been a long-time resident of Hamilton County, White River Township.

She was born on December 11, 1930, in Morris, Illinois to Oscar Lawrence and Beulah Mae (Ogden) Cannon. 

She was a cheerleader and graduate of Fishers High School. She loved sewing,...

Luther "Luke" H. McArthur

Luther "Luke" H. McArthur

Jun 30, 2024

Mr. Luther "Luke" H. McArthur, age 85, passed away on June 30, 2024. He was born in Harlan, Kentucky on July 22, 1938, to the late Robert & Etta Cardin McArthur. He married Oma "Jean" Hensley and are the parents of James (Bethany) McArthur, Betty (Alan) McWhorter, Brenda (Mike) Foster & Luther G. McArthur. He is survived by his wife;...

Curtis A. McNutt

Curtis A. McNutt

Jun 28, 2024

Curtis McNutt, 67 of Pendleton, passed away June 28, 2024, at Community Hospital after an extended illness.

He was born on October 8, 1956, in Anderson, Indiana to Darrel and Mary Ann (McGee) McNutt.

Curtis graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1974. He farmed the Scott Family Farm in Pendleton until his retirement. 

Curtis was a member of the East Lynn Christian...

Antha J. Childes

Antha J. Childes

Jun 26, 2024

Antha Childes, 74, of Anderson, passed away June 26, 2024, at Community Hospital, Anderson, Indiana. She was born on August 17, 1949, in Wichita, Kansas to Dell Merriman and Mildred "LaVerne"(Seiner) Merriman. Antha graduated with a Masters Degree from Anderson College and Ball State University. She retired from First Merchants Banks Loan Department. Antha enjoyed entertaining friends and decorating houses....

Pamela Jo Painter

Pamela Jo Painter

Jun 26, 2024

Pamela Jo Painter of Anderson, IN passed away on June 26, 2024, unexpectedly with family by her side. She was the daughter of Albert and Roberta Gray. She graduated from Jefferson High School in Lafayette. She retired from Purdue University.

She married Bradley Shaff in 1972 and later divorced. Pam lived in Phoenix for 14 years and returned to Indiana in...

William "Bill" Watters

William "Bill" Watters

Jun 25, 2024

William "Bill" Edward Watters, 80, of Anderson passed away on June 25, 2024. He was born on April 29, 1944 in Stearns, Kentucky to the late Simon and Marie (Duncan) Waters. He graduated from Selma High School in 1962. Shortly after graduating, he married the love of his life, Mary Ann Walker. The two were married for 47 years before...

Gary Brent Stinson

Gary Brent Stinson

Jun 24, 2024

Gary Brent Stinson, 71, of Anderson, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024.

He was born on September 16, 1952, in Windfall, Indiana to Keith Leroy and Leatrice Leona (Foland) Stinson. He grew up on the Stinson farm and lived there his entire life. He was the oldest living Stinson.

He was a 1970 graduate of Lapel High School. He retired from...

Christopher G. Hopkins

Christopher G. Hopkins

Jun 23, 2024

Christopher G. Hopkins, 55, of Anderson, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness.

He was born October 3, 1968, in Noblesville, Indiana, to Loley B. and Jessie M. (Willingham) Hopkins.

He was a 1987 graduate of Lapel High School. He was a fork truck operator in a warehouse.

He was an avid gun...

Dorcas Faye Carey

Dorcas Faye Carey

Jun 20, 2024

Dorcas Faye Carey, 94, of Lapel, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Rawlins House in Pendleton following an extended illness. 

She was born on November 16, 1929, in Fishersburg, Indiana to Albert Jackson and Jessie Lavina (Anderson) Wiseman. 

She was 1948 graduate of Lapel High School. 

She had worked for Bolden's Dry Cleaning and had been a...

Gary "Randy" Randall Reagan, Jr.

Gary "Randy" Randall Reagan, Jr.

Jun 19, 2024

Gary “Randy” Randall Reagan, Jr., 49, of Anderson passed away on June 19, 2024, at his home. Randy was born on February 10, 1975, in Anderson to Gary R. and Rosemary L. (Hart) Reagan. Shortly after graduating high school, he began working in construction and continued to do that his entire life. Randy was a jack of all trades and...

Roy L. Springfield

Roy L. Springfield

Jun 19, 2024

Roy L Springfield, 82, of Pendleton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at his home in Pendleton following an extended illness. 

He was born on December 19, 1941, in Thayer, Missouri to Albert and Alta (Cousins) Springfield. 

Roy graduated from Plant City High School in Plant City, Florida. He served his country proudly in the...

Frank Hilcz

Frank Hilcz

Jun 18, 2024

Frank Hilcz, 91, of Knightstown, Indiana, passed away June 18, 2024, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield.

He was born on July 16, 1932, in Budapest, Hungary to Franz Hilcz and Etelka Bösz Hilcz.

Frank spent his childhood in Hungary and as a young teen emigrated to Germany with his family after WW II where he attended high school and graduated in...

Lori A. Wood

Lori A. Wood

Jun 14, 2024

Lori A. Wood, 61, of Ingalls. The world has lost the most beautiful and sweetest soul. She left this earth on June 14,2024. Lori was born on July 14, 1962, in Indianapolis to the late Sig and Juanita (McMaster) Hauger. She was married for 40 years to Alan Wood, who was the sweetest and most loving husband there was.

Lori and...

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