Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Mrs. Sedelia Bernice Thackery
May 13, 2020
Sedelia Bernice Thackery, 79, of Shirley, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020. She was born June 24, 1940, in Velarde, New Mexico. Bernice was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ and of the Order of The Eastern Star. She nurtured and touched many lives through the daycare in her home as well as through her involvement at church. Bernice...
Valeree A. Bibler
May 11, 2020
Valeree Ann (Hanson) Bibler, 52, of Pendleton, passed away May 11, 2020.She was born July 18, 1967 in Jacksonville, North Carolina and was a Pendleton resident since 2001. Valeree received her bachelor’s degree from Colorado University and was employed as a Business Support Senior Associate with Capital Group in Carmel, Indiana.She loved walking on ocean beaches, collecting seashells, reading, biking,...
Mrs. Judith Kay Sanders
May 9, 2020
Judith “Judy” Kay Sanders, 82, peacefully joined the open arms of her Lord & Savior just as a beautiful sunrise broke the morning of Saturday, May 9, 2020. Judy was born March 29, 1938, in Anderson to the late, Harry H. & Vivian L. (Silvey) Jones and resided in Anderson her entire life. She graduated from Anderson High School in...
Raymond L. Moore
May 8, 2020
Raymond L.Moore, 83, Anderson, passed away Friday, May 8, 2020, at Rawlins House in Pendleton following a brief illness.He was born on October 17, 1936, in Noblesville, Indiana to Clarence Moore and Dorothy (Rybolt) Moore.Raymond was graduated from Noblesville High School.He retired from General Motors as a Tool and Die Maker.Raymond served his country in the United States Air Force....
Lois Humphrey
May 7, 2020
Our precious mother, Lois Humphrey, 94, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, Thursday morning, May 7, 2020. She was born in Anderson to parents, Carl and Persia (Pittman) Gordon. She was a 1944 graduate of Anderson High School. Having been saved at a young age, Mother faithfully attended and served her Lord at Grace Baptist Church in...
John William Gunter
May 7, 2020
John William Gunter, 89, of Anderson, passed away on May 7, 2020 at his residence. He was born on January 4, 1931 in Anderson to the late Cecil and Elsie (Carson) Gunter. John was a graduate of Yorktown High School and served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked on the Anderson City Police Department...
Terry Lee Auker
May 7, 2020
Terry Lee Auker, 78, of Pendleton, passed away after an extended illness on May 7, 2020 at Providence of Anderson. He was born on September 6, 1941 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to the late Albert and Viola Auker.Terry graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Grace College and a Masters from St. Francis College. He received his Principalship Certification from Purdue.Terry served...
Mr. Stephen T. West
May 5, 2020
Stephen “Steve” T. West, 53, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020.He was born March 30, 1967 in Indianapolis to the late, Theodore “Ted” & Judith “Judy” (Burchette) West, II. Steve was a barber having started his career with his father at Ayr-way Target Barbershop and ending it at Vintage Barbershop. He enjoyed fishing, watching College football, but more than anything...
Paula L. Hughel
May 3, 2020
Paula L. Hughel, age 56, of Northeast Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020 at her residence. She was born on April 25, 1964 in South Bend, IN. She graduated from Ball State University and received her master degree from Lindenwood University. She retired from General Motors after 30 years where she worked in engineering and management. Paula was involved...
Margaurette Upshaw
May 2, 2020
Margaurette Upshaw, 98, of Anderson passed away on May 2, 2020 at Providence Anderson. She was born on September 26, 1921 in Barbourville, Kentucky to the late Shelby and Eliza (Owens) Allen. Margaurette obtained her Bachelor’s degree from Anderson College and her Master’s in Education from Ball State University. She retired from Family and Children’s Services as a Child Care...
Alice Louise Trout
Apr 29, 2020
Our mother, Alice Louise Trout, passed away on April 29, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Born on January 19, 1939, the third child to Kenneth and Mary Lukens. Mom developed her love for music at an early age, singing, playing piano, and playing flute in the Pendleton Heights Band. Mom married our father, Richard Lynn Trout, in 1959 and...
Mrs. Marjorie “Marge” Beyers
Apr 28, 2020
Marjorie “Marge” Edith Beyers, 79, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020. She was born July 25, 1940 in Pendleton to the late, Paul Loy & Mary Imogene (Walker) Jones. Marjorie was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ where she was active in the Women’s Ministry. Her and her husband owned and operated Jo-Mar Plants in Charlottesville for over 20...
Marvin J. Kluesner
Apr 28, 2020
Marvin J.(Cowboy) Kluesner, 80, formerly of Anderson, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at Lutheran Life Villages in Kendallville following a brief illness.He was born on July 18, 1939, in Anderson, Indiana to Marvin L. Kluesner and Thelma K. (Laux) Kluesner.Marvin was graduated from St. Marys Catholic High School in Anderson. He also graduated from Dunwoody College in Minnesota. He...
Mr. Steven “Cookie” Shelley
Apr 27, 2020
Steven “Cookie” Wayne Shelley, 44, of Markleville passed away Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born November 28, 1975 in Greensburg to the late, Willis H. & Rhonda Jo (Harless) Shelley. Steven was a trade mechanic who could fix anything. He lived his life fearlessly and generously. He helped anyone at any time with any task needed. Steven enjoyed fishing,...
Mary Elizabeth Cole
Apr 26, 2020
Mary Elizabeth Cole, 92, of New Castle, passed away on April 26, 2020 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in New Castle. She was born on June 30, 1927 in Beggs, Oklahoma to the late Delmar and Anna (Zellar) Wesley. Mary graduated from Cadiz High School in 1946. She married Charles Cole on November 25, 1948. She was a homemaker and...
Barbara Jean Layton
Apr 25, 2020
Barbara Jean Layton, 91, Noblesville, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020, at her residence in Noblesville following an extended illness.She was born on October 11, 1928, in Noblesville, to Ralph Waterman and Lela (Creekmore ) Waterman .Barbara was graduated from Fortville High School.She was a Homemaker her adult life caring for her family, and helping on the family farm.Barbara Jean...
Lucille Gibson
Apr 24, 2020
Lucille (Morrison) Gibson, 88, Elwood, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020, at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital in Elwood following an extended illness.She was born on July 31, 1931, in Burkesville, Kentucky to William Pierce and Myrtie (Branham) Pierce.Lucille was a Homemaker. She loved painting and sewing. Lucille loved to garden and spend time with her family. She also loved to...
Anthony Castillo Dimas
Apr 24, 2020
Anthony Castillo Dimas, 78, Anderson, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020, at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness.He was born on September 7, 1941, in Wisconsin to Cirillo Dimas and Margarita (Castilllo )Dimas .He worked for many years at Veada Industries in New Paris, Indiana.Anthony was a loving husband, father, and devoted grandfather. He is...
Ms. Rebecca A. Adkins
Apr 23, 2020
Rebecca “Becky” Ann Adkins, 73, of Anderson was called home on Thursday, April 23, 2020. She was born on December 29, 1946, in Alton, Illinois to the late Ralph Emanuel & Ina Floice (Rose) Bennett. Becky was a loving Mother of 5, Grandmother to 7, and Dog-mom to many. A woman who would do anything for her family and friends....
Mrs. Grace A. Woodcox
Apr 23, 2020
Grace A. Woodcox, 81, passed away April 23, 2020. She was born July 31 ,1938 in Albert Lea, Minnesota to the late William & Irene (Laack) Bauers. She was a member of Columbus Avenue Church of Christ. She loved doing crafts and was a member of the White River Folk & Blue Grass Club. She is survived by her husband,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
Quick Links
365 DAYS OF GRIEF SUPPORT
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during the difficult first year after a loss