Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Joseph C. Orbik
Jan 20, 2021
Joseph C. Orbik, Sr., 90, a lifelong resident of Anderson, passed away on January 20, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital. Joseph was born on November 30, 1930 to Stanley W. and Stella H. (Sokolowski) Orbik. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, a graduate of St. Mary’s High School, and a member of the Polish Club. In...
Edward Boltz Williams
Jan 17, 2021
Edward B. Williams, 83, of Anderson, passed away on January 17, 2021 at his residence. He was born on March 31, 1937 in Tremont, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph and Verna (Boltz) Williams. Edward was an Anderson Firefighter for 31 years retiring in 1992. He was a member of the Anderson Firefighter Local 1262, Indiana Firefighter Association and the International...
Rebecca Rose Whitehouse
Jan 17, 2021
Rebecca Rose (Swigeart) Whitehouse, 65, of Anderson passed away on January 17, 2021 at her residence in Anderson. Rebecca was born on July 28, 1955 in Anderson, IN to Richard and Mary (Perry) Swigeart. Rebecca attended Anderson High School, and was a homemaker. Rebecca is survived by her children: James Whitehouse, Marcus Edward (Yolanda) Gee, Brandy Gee and Letisha Hutton;...
Mr. David Stephen Papai
Jan 15, 2021
David Stephen Papai passed away on January 15, 2021 at his home in Anderson. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 64 years, Leanor, and children Michele (David Drabold) Athens OH, Andrea (John Fowler), Blairsville GA, Michael (Jenny) of Anderson, grandchildren Jacob (Lydia Picard) Fowler, Lindsay (Josh) Fowler Adkins, Sasha, Mila and Leanya Martczyanov, Will Drabold (Kaitlyn Kostival) and Edward...
Larry Craig Dodd
Jan 14, 2021
Larry Craig Dodd, 82, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Providence of Anderson, after an extended illness with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born September 29, 1938 in Anderson, IN to Gerald Sr. and Mary Ruth (Staton) Dodd. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1957, where he played varsity basketball & football. During that time, he drove a delivery...
Fred Thompson Jr.
Jan 12, 2021
Fred Thompson Jr., 77, passed away on January 12, 2021 with his loving wife and family by his side. He was born on January 15, 1943 in Anderson to Fred and Beverly Thompson Sr. Fred graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1961. He retired from Guide Lamp after 30 years and was a Local 663 Union Official for over...
Brenden M. Mudd
Jan 11, 2021
Our Gentle Son; Brenden M. Mudd, too whom, we are well pleased! Brenden M. Mudd born in Anderson, Indiana, died peacefully from a natural manner of death and unknown causes on January 11, 2021 at the age of 27. Brenden practiced so many of the virtues of what a good man should be. He was kind, patient, loyal, and honest...
Ms. Peggy D. Hess
Jan 10, 2021
Peggy D. Hess, 78, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She had previously lived in Fort Thomas, Kentucky and was a longtime resident of Alexandria, Indiana. She was born October 16, 1942, in Anderson, IN to the late John & Ruth (Garrison) Foster. Peggy attended Alexandria First Baptist Church in Alexandria, Indiana & First Baptist Church of...
Ms. Mildred “Millie” Miller
Jan 10, 2021
Mildred “Millie” F. Miller, 77, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021. She was born June 11, 1943 in Tupelo, Arkansas to the late J.E. & Fay (Hensley) Joslin. Millie graduated from Anderson High School in 1961. She worked a variety of jobs in Anderson but loved being a homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Gina Bronnenberg; granddaughter, Joslin Bronnenberg;...
Stephen Edward Clark
Jan 9, 2021
Stephen Edward Clark Sr, 79, Lapel, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville following a brief illness.He was born May 1, 1941, in Anderson, Indiana to Stephen Howard Clark and Deloris (Ashby) Clark Massey.Stephen graduated from Anderson High School in 1961. In high school, Steve was the president of DECA, a future retailers club, they won...
John Rick Wilson
Jan 8, 2021
John R. Wilson, 38, Anderson, passed away on January 8, 2021. He was born on March 3, 1982 in Anderson to Harold and Lori (McIntire) Wilson. John enjoyed be outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and riding his motorcycle. He is survived by his children, Ethan, Jace, Bryson, Kenzie, Mason; granddaughter, Scclea; parents Harold and Lori Wilson; sister, Andrea...
Elizabeth Ann Burrell
Jan 8, 2021
Elizabeth “Betty” Ann (Knight) Burrell, 83, of Anderson, passed away January 7, 2021 at home surrounded by her daughters following a brief illness with cancer and is now present with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Betty was born on June 10, 1937, in Turkey Creek, Florida, the daughter of Wesley and Flora (Royster) Knight. Betty graduated from Turkey Creek...
Sandra 'Sue' Hersberger
Jan 7, 2021
Sandra Sue (Ridgeway) Hersberger, 81, Winchester, went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.She was born on November 9, 1939, in Noblesville to Gerald and Mary (Castetter) Ridgeway.Sue was graduated with a teaching degree from the former Ball State Teachers College.She retired in 1994 from Lapel Jr. Sr. High School after...
David B Hardwick
Jan 5, 2021
David B. Hardwick, 70, Anderson, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Miller's Merry Manor in Chesterfield following a brief illness.He was born on January 12, 1950, in Muncie, Indiana to William Hardwick and Pauline (Longnecker) Hardwick .David graduated from Muncie Central High School. David enjoyed gardening, cooking and fishing. He retired in 2008 from Borg Warner Automotive in Muncie,...
Ivan E. Haynes
Jan 4, 2021
Ivan E. Haynes, 92, of Anderson passed away on January 4, 2021 at Millers Merry Manor in Chesterfield. Ivan was born on April 1, 1928 in Greenfield, IN to Robert P. and Cora Maude (Shelton) Haynes. Before his retirement, Ivan was a mechanic for the City of Muncie, Indiana. In his spare time, I van enjoyed building and working on...
Peggy Joyce Paulsel Stephens
Jan 4, 2021
Peggy Joyce Paulsel Stephens, 90, Lapel, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021, at Community Hospital of Anderson in Anderson following a brief illness.She was born on March 23, 1930, in Anderson, Indiana to John Dewey Mullanix and Ethel Beatrice (Robey) Mullanix.Peggy graduated from Markleville High School in 1948.She retired from West Central Community School Corporation as the Secretary/Treasurer of the...
Christina Marie Arteritano
Jan 4, 2021
Christina Marie Arteritano, 42, of Anderson, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis unexpectedly.She was born on June 3, 1978, in Covington, Kentucky to Gray Grubbs and Anna (Lestingi) Fitzpatrick.Christina graduated from Scott High School in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. She later received her bachelors degree from Anderson University in Organizational Leadership.She currently worked at Community...
Genevieve Jenny Gilbert
Jan 3, 2021
Genevieve “Jenny” Christine Gilbert, 94, of Anderson, passed away on January 3, 2021 at Providence Health Facility. She was born on March 27, 1926 in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania to the late William and Paula (Dott) Peck. Jenny was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Cabane 510 of the Le-Fems and the Ladies Auxiliary 127. Jenny never...
Andon J. Oliver
Jan 3, 2021
Andon J. Oliver, 17, of Anderson passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. He was born on June 24, 2003 in Anderson, Indiana to Kevin Oliver and Laticia Reed-Willis.Andon attended Valley Grove Elementary School and The Crossing, located in Anderson.Andon enjoyed fishing, playing basketball with his friends, swimming, listening to music, roller-skating and...
Betty Lou Earlywine
Jan 3, 2021
Betty Lou Earlywine, 86, formerly of Lapel, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Golden Living in Greenfield following an extended illness.She was born on August 3, 1934, in Paragould, Arkansas to Oscar Jackson and Flossie Belle (Smith) Jackson.She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.Betty enjoyed reading her Bible. She enjoyed taking her daily walks....
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