Obituaries

Feb 23, 2022

Donna Mae McCutcheon, 72, of Anderson, IN passed away on February 23, 2022 after an extended illness. Donna was born on September 20, 1949 in Anderson to Richard and Ellen (Hembree) Mort. Donna received her associate degree from the Business College. She then went on to work for International Paper, Emge Packing, and finally, the Indiana Reformatory, where she would...

Feb 22, 2022

PENDLETON- Jeffrey “Jeff” A. Huffman, 62, passed away at his home on February 22, 2022.He was born March 9, 1959 in Anderson, Indiana and was a lifelong Pendleton resident. Jeff was a 1977 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. He was a member of Lewisville Masonic Lodge No. 72 F.&A.M. and Red Men Lodge No. 2. Jeff enjoyed woodworking, gardening,...

Feb 22, 2022

Raymond Michael Reydell, Jr., 81, of Anderson, passed away on February 22, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. He was born on January 31, 1941 in Anderson to the late Raymond and Lucille (Bennett) Reydell Sr.

Michael graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1958. He retired as a salesman. He was a member of the Knights of...

Feb 22, 2022

Jed Essex III, 72, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022.

He was born November 14, 1949, in Anderson to the late, Jed & Marveda (Keesling) Essex Jr.

Jed was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served in Vietnam in the 1st Marine Division, 9th Engineer Battalion. He retired from General Motors. He was a lifetime member of the...

Feb 21, 2022

Feb 18, 2022

Carolyn Sue Bailey

October 5th, 1934 – February 18th, 2022

In the early hours of Friday morning February 18th, all of heaven stopped and rejoiced as Carolyn “Susie” Bailey made her way home. Susie was born October 5th, 1934, in Anderson, Indiana, to Roscoe and Pauline Boyer. She was a lifelong resident of Anderson.

She was a kind, quiet, and...

Feb 17, 2022

Shawn Michael Parks, 48, of Anderson, IN passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2022 at Community Hospital. Shawn was born on June 16, 1973 in Anderson to Lacinda Swinford. He was a laborer for many years. Shawn loved being outdoors and playing sports. Some of his favorite things were riding dirt bikes and bicycling. Shawn’s mom wanted everyone to know...

Feb 16, 2022

Allen Zehrung passed away at 6:30 am, Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Ascension- St Vincent Hospital after a brief illness.Allen is survived by his son, Brad (Vicki) Zehrung; his daughter, Marla Sims. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Quentin Sims, Jacob Sims, Jake Zehrung, Matthew Zehrung, Kinley Rae, and David Seaborn; his great-grandchild, Elijah Vance; and two sisters, Toni...

Feb 14, 2022

Alan L. Finch, 75, Indianapolis, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis following an extended illness.He was born August 7, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Albert Finch and Phyllis (Taylor) Finch.Al graduated from Indianapolis Arsenal Tech High School in 1964.He founded Crazy Als Pizza and Music Venue in Broad Ripple. There, Al hosted many top bands...

Feb 14, 2022

Vera Pauline Wilsen, 92, of Lapel, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022, at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville following a brief illness. She was born on March 3, 1929, in Plattsmouth, Nebraska to Earl Clifford Bailey and Mae Ola (Taylor) Bailey. Vera attended school in Nebraska. She retired as a custodian after several years. Vera enjoyed spending time with her family...

Feb 9, 2022

Edward “Cheeseburger” Lyall Gauldin, 30, passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

He was born October 20, 1991, in Muncie.

Eddy was a BMX bike enthusiast, constantly tinkering and building them. He had the biggest heart and was known to be generous to any and everyone.

Eddy is survived by his son, Jaxxon Gauldin; mother, Sheila Potter; father, Ronald G. Gauldin;...

Feb 9, 2022

Long time Shirley resident, Phyllis June Ray, 92, passed away on February 9, 2022.  She was the daughter of the late William Hector and Jessie (Bates) Sheets.

June is survived by her children, Jerry (Char) Michaels of California, Jan Pitts of Indianapolis; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Everett Pitts; second...

Feb 8, 2022

Ricky Wayne Williams, 59, Anderson, passed away on February 8, 2022 at his residence. He was born on June 28, 1962 in Anderson to the late James Edward and Violet (Matlock) Williams. Ricky enjoyed fishing and being with his friends. He is survived by his siblings, James (Kathy) Williams of Anderson, Andy (Shelly) Williams of Fort Wayne, Ernie (Teresa) Williams...

Feb 8, 2022

Roy Lee Eiler, 94, of Noblesville, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at his residence following an extended illness.He was born on May 26, 1927, in Madison County, to Ralph Eiler and Faye (Everett) Eiler.Roy graduated from Lapel High School in 1945.He worked his entire life training and racing horses, restoring antique farm equipment, and owning and operating a retail...

Feb 7, 2022

HUNTSVILLE- Ronald Joe McCord, 78, passed away February 7, 2022 at his home.He was born March 19, 1943 in Anderson and was a lifetime resident of the Anderson, Pendleton and Huntsville communities.Ronald retired as a Manufacturer Engineer from Delco Remy.He was a 1961 graduate of Anderson High School and served as an EMT for Pendleton Emergency Ambulance for several years....

Feb 5, 2022

Robert Michael "Mike" Gilman, 79, of Alexandria, passed away on Saturday February 05, 2022, at his residence. He was born on October 17, 1942, to Robert and Emma Kathryn (Crouse) Gilman. Mike spent most of his life in Summitville, Indiana. He graduated from Summitville High Scholl in 1960. He later married his high school sweetheart, Linda Armstrong, on December 28,...

Feb 3, 2022

Bette Ackerman, 92, of Lapel, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Community Hospital of Anderson following a brief illness.She was born on October 17, 1929, in Lapel, Indiana to Bruno Troutman and Hazel (Gwinn) Troutman.Bette graduated from Lapel High School class of 1947, and then furthered her education at Anderson College and Ball State University.She retired as the...

Feb 2, 2022

Juanita J. Chapin, 89, of Anderson, IN passed away after an extended illness on February 2, 2022. Juanita was born on April 10, 1932 in Anderson to Leo and Leora (Beard) Price. Juanita worked at Roslyn Bakery for 15 years and always brought home sweet treats. She was a greeter for New Life Church and Lake Gibson Church of the...

Feb 2, 2022

James David Zickefoose, 62, passed away February 2, 2022. Known by several names including, “JD” and “Foose”, beloved son and wildcard in the deck of life, David left us too soon as the result of an auto accident. Born in Anderson, he attended Seventh Street Elementary, Central & Eastside Junior Highs, and graduated from Highland High School. David worked for...

Feb 2, 2022

William Thomas "Bill" Hormell, 93, passed away February 2, 2022, at his residence after an extended illness. He was born June 29, 1928, in Washington, Pennsylvania, the son of Ellis Jacob and Edith Elizabeth (Scott) Hormell. Bill served in the US Navy on a ship in the Persian Gulf during the Korean War. He was then employed at Brockway Glass...