Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Clifford Leroy Deeter Jr.
Jan 1, 2024
Clifford Leroy Deeter Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, veteran, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Pendleton, Indiana, on January 1, 2024, at the age of 77.
Born on October 28, 1946, in Venango County, Pennsylvania, Cliff’s journey through life was marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering spirit of service. A proud veteran, he served his country...
Bertha M. Green
Dec 31, 2023
Bertha M. Green, 90, of Greenfield, passed away December 31, 2023.
She was born October 6, 1933 in Anderson, Indiana to John and Hazel (Stinson) Whetsel.
Bertha was employed at Brookside Corporation for 25 years.
She was a member of Alexandria Eagles and the UAW Union. Bertha loved to dance.
Survivors include her daughter, Jean Potts; four grandchildren, Gary Wilson,...
Norman C. West
Dec 31, 2023
Norman Conrad West, 99, of Anderson, passed away on December 31, 2023, at Community Hospital. Norman was born on July 7, 1924, in Huntington, IN to the late Von and Mae (Underwood) West.
Norman graduated from Marion High School in 1942 and then served in the U.S. Navy during WWII as a Signalman Second Class. He was stationed in the...
Daphne L. Maxwell
Dec 29, 2023
Daphne L. Maxwell, 66, of Pendleton, passed away on December 29, 2023. She was born on July 21, 1957 in Anderson, IN to the James Pugh Sr., and the late Judith (Mingle) Geoffrey.
Daphne worked for PayLess as a cashier for over 30 years. Things that Daphne loved to do include her riding horses, drawing, kayaking, and even watching NASCAR. ...
Sherri Lee Smith
Dec 29, 2023
Sherri Lee Davis Smith, 79, of Pendleton passed away peacefully at home on December 29th, 2023. She was born on August 9, 1944 to the late Charles and Gladys “Vicki” (Vaughn) Davis of Fairmount, Indiana.
Sherri attended Fairmount High School where she was involved in many different activities, including cheerleading, honor society, prom queen, homecoming queen, and a...
Richard Cecil “Rick” Aynes Jr.
Dec 29, 2023
Richard “Rick” Aynes Jr., 77, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023. He was born February 5, 1946, to Richard and Thelma (Dowden) Aynes in Anderson, Indiana. Rick gallantly served the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1967, during the Vietnam War. Rick enjoyed driving a semi for many years until becoming the Maintenance Supervisor at the Indiana Department...
Donald D. “Donnie” Klein
Dec 28, 2023
Donald “Donnie” D. Klein, 75, passed away December 28, 2023. Donnie was born on August 6, 1948 in Elwood, IN to the late Herbert and Martha “Peg” (Newell) Klein.
Donnie was married to the love of his life, Marlene Klein, for 34 years. He was a hard worker for General Motors/Guide Lamp as a tool and die maker. In his...
Larry L. Bever
Dec 26, 2023
Larry Lee Bever, 80, of Markleville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at his residence. He was born August 18, 1943, in Charlottesville, Indiana to the late Edward and Juanita (McPhearson) Bever.
Larry retired from PQ Corporation in Anderson as a boiler operator for many years but had also worked at Anderson burial vault for 10 years and was...
Clara Alice Young
Dec 25, 2023
Clara Alice Young, 88, of Anderson passed away on December 25, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 2, 1935 to the late Scoot and Edith (Jones) Maxwell. Clara had an extremely giving heart. She was a wonderful cook, baker, and candy maker, especially during the Christmas season. Clara was very social and she never knew a...
Janice Ann Morris
Dec 25, 2023
PENDLETON- Janice Ann (Simpkins) Morris, 79, passed away December 25, 2023 at her home.
She was born February 3, 1944 in Connersville, Indiana to Charles Dale and Edna (Hubbell) Simpkins.
Janice was a 1962 graduate of New Salem High School in Southeast Rush County and attended Purdue University.
Professionally in addition to being an Army Officer’s wife she served as...
Alice P. Cox
Dec 25, 2023
Alice P. Cox, 92, of Lapel, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at Sugar Fork Crossing in Anderson following an extended illness.
She was born on April 16, 1931, in Danville, Illinois to Paul E. and Jessie M. (Layton) Simpson.
She was a homemaker. She enjoyed fishing and loved riding motorcycles and horses. She enjoyed going to the lake and their...
Thomas L. Sherrill
Dec 23, 2023
Thomas L. Sherrill, 86, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at his residence in Noblesville following an extended illness.
He was born on March 6, 1937, in Noblesville, Indiana to Dent Ross and Anna May (Trader) Sherrill.
He was a 1955 graduate of Lapel High School and went on to earn his associate's degree. He retired in 1991 from...
Joe Jeffreys “Jeff” “Red” Merryman, Jr.
Dec 22, 2023
Joe Jeffreys “Jeff” “Red” Merryman, Jr., 66, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away December 22, 2023.
Jeff was born May 24, 1957 in Rockwood, Tennessee the son of Joe Jeffreys and Louise (Fritts) Merryman.
He was an attorney serving as a public defender for the State of Indiana since 1991.
Jeff was a Pendleton resident since 1991 from Eastern Tennessee.
He...
Richard L. Bottorff Sr.
Dec 22, 2023
Richard L. Bottorff, Sr., 77, of Pendleton passed away on December 22, 2023. Born on September 14, 1946 in Sellersburg, IN to the late Robert and Dorothy (Pearson) Bottorff. Richard married the love of his life, Gail (nee Haner), on January 29, 1967. The two were married 56 years, till his passing. He was a 1964 graduate of Silver Creek...
Betty Lou Crosley
Dec 22, 2023
Betty Lou (Weatherford) Crosley, 93, of Fishers – beloved wife, mother, sister, grandma, aunt, cousin, and friend – went home to Jesus on December 22nd, 2023, surrounded by family.
Betty was born June 21, 1930, in Anderson, Indiana to Ruby Mae (Buchanan) and Ira Weatherford, the 11th of 12 children of an Indiana farm family. She was a graduate of...
Gloria Woodward
Dec 20, 2023
Gloria Woodward, 78, of Pendleton, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at her residence following an extended illness.
She was born on April 8, 1945, in Anderson, Indiana to Wallace and Norma (Cook) Johnson.
She retired from Brockway Glass as a forklift operator. She was a member of the Lapel American Legion Post #212 Ladies Auxiliary.
She loved to quilt. She enjoyed...
Kenneth Saunders
Dec 19, 2023
Kenneth (Kenny/Sonny) Saunders, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023, at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born July 8, 1931, at home in Ovid, Indiana to the late Edwin and Zona (Begley) Saunders.
Kenneth graduated from Markleville High School in 1950. Shortly after, he began working at Delco-Remy. He became a journeyman tool and die maker after...
Clifford Irving Arellano
Dec 19, 2023
Clifford "Cliff" Irving Arellano, 89, passed away at home on December 19, 2023, following a brief illness. Cliff was born December 13, 1934, in Oakland, California.
Cliff leaves behind a large and loving family. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy, his children, Christy Green, Alan (Shelley) Green, and Jennifer Ball, as well as grandchildren, Lindsey (Justin) VanDevander,...
Shirley S. Rios
Dec 18, 2023
Shirley S. Rios, 88, of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023, at Rawlins House in Pendleton. Born on April 23, 1935, Shirley lived an adventurous life and brought joy to those around her.
Born to John Aaron and Fanny Mae (Smith) Stevenson.
Music was one of Shirley's talents throughout her life. And with a passion for Folk, Gospel and Country...
Paula A. Martin
Dec 17, 2023
Paula A. Martin, 90, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023. She was born on March 4, 1933 in Anderson to the late Paul France and Bernice (Miller) Showalter. Paula graduated from Anderson High School in 1951 and then went on to marry the love of her life, Robert “Nick” Martin on October 12, 1952. The two were...
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