Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Marvin J. Kluesner

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Betty L. Beckner

Betty L. Beckner

Apr 23, 2020

Betty L. Beckner, 86, of Ingalls passed away April 23, 2020 at her residence in Ingalls, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born February 27, 1934 in Woodbury, Indiana. Betty was a homemaker but also worked at Ingalls Elementary school, RCA in production, and at the cafeteria at Western Electric. She loved arts and crafts and was exceptionally good...

Lori M. Sigler

Lori M. Sigler

Apr 22, 2020

Lori Michaele Sigler, 48, passed away April 22, 2020 at her residence. She was born on January 12, 1972 in Anderson to James and Denise (Moon) Sigler.Lori worked in Administration for Midwest Eye Institute for many years.She enjoyed reading, watching her kids play sports, hanging out with friends and going to the beach.She is survived by her children, Paris (Grant)...

Rose Marie Swank Mcdonald

Rose Marie Swank Mcdonald

Apr 22, 2020

Rose went to her heavenly home on April 22, 2020. She was a remarkable woman dedicated to her faith and her family. Rose was born in Pendleton, Indiana on October 16, 1925. She was a lifelong resident of Noblesville until she moved to Texas in 2013 to be closer to her son, Calvin Swank, and his family. A graduate of...

Brenda Sue Wood

Brenda Sue Wood

Apr 21, 2020

Brenda Sue Wood, 74, of Anderson, passed away on April 21, 2020 at her residence. She was born on October, 29, 1946 in Lumberton, North Carolina to the late William and Hilda (Skipper) McLean. Brenda retired from Guide after many years of service. She loved NASCAR and her pets. She is survived by her daughters, Tamara (Tami) Jackson Parsons of...

Mary L. Poer

Mary L. Poer

Apr 21, 2020

Mary L. Poer, 99, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2020 at Keystone Woods Assisted Living in Anderson. She was born on July 6, 1920 in Kennard, Indiana to Obe and Martha (Cochran) Bolen. Mary graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1938 and was a bookkeeper for over 30 years. She was a member of Meadowbrook Baptist Church....

Ms. Phyllis M. Lennis

Ms. Phyllis M. Lennis

Apr 20, 2020

Phyllis Marilyn Lennis, 95, passed away April 20, 2020. She was born December 7, 1924, in Perkinsville to the late John & Pauline (Turner) Blessinger. She was a lifelong mother & homemaker that loved her grandchildren & making baskets. She was a member of the Eden United Methodist Church. Phyllis is survived by her daughter Penny Carpenter; son Barry (wife,...

Joyce M. Clark

Joyce M. Clark

Apr 20, 2020

Joyce M. Clark, 87, Noblesville, passed peacefully from this life to be with Jesus, Monday, April 20, 2020.Joyce loves her family and friends, and most of all, she loves her Savior. She finally wants you to know- 1 John 5:11 "For this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son."Joyces...

Ms. Lolita M. Childes

Ms. Lolita M. Childes

Apr 19, 2020

Lolita M. Childes, age 95, passed away on April 19, 2020 at Bethany Pointe Health Campus. Her death was a result of the COVID-19 virus. Lolita was a lifelong resident of Anderson raised by her loving parents George and Doris (Beaty) Montgomery. At Andeson High School she met upperclassman Don Childes. They were married after her graduation and before he...

Mr. Donald L. Ranier

Mr. Donald L. Ranier

Apr 19, 2020

Donald L. Rainer, 89, of Anderson, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020. He was born March 10, 1931 in Anderson to the late, Jesse L. & Marie (Coburn) Rainer. Donald loved the Lord and was a devoted member of the Southdale Nazarene Church, Anderson for 49 years serving as a choir member and usher. He also attended Anderson 1st Church...

David J. Davenport

David J. Davenport

Apr 18, 2020

David J. Davenport, 91, Muncie, passed away on April 18, 2020 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born in Woodbury, Tennessee on December 8, 1928 to the late Walter and Corbia (Todd) Davenport.David served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from General Tire as a Millwright after 30 years of service. He was a loving...

Nancy Ellen Horn

Nancy Ellen Horn

Apr 17, 2020

Nancy E. Horn, 72, Lapel, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020, at Community Hospital of Anderson, following a brief illness.She was born on October 27, 1947, in Noblesville, Indiana to Garold and Martha (Roudebush ) Anderson.Nancy was graduated from Lapel High School in 1966.She retired from Brockway Glass after 36 years of service.Nancy enjoyed genealogy and the history of Lapel....

Paul E. O'Neill

Paul E. O'Neill

Apr 16, 2020

Paul E. O’Neill, 93, Anderson, passed away April 16, 2020 at Community Hospital after an extended illness. He was born December 17, 1926, in Anderson, the son of the late Joseph and Marie (Derringer) O’Neill. Paul was a graduate of Anderson High School and Anderson College. His proudest high school moment was being a team member of the Anderson Indians...

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