Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
James M. Prince
Feb 15, 2020
James M. Prince 64, La Porte, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Franciscan Hospital in Michigan City following a brief illness.He was born on March 25, 1955, in Noblesville, Indiana to Fred Prince and Billie (Hughes) Prince.James attended Noblesville High School. He retired in 2004 from HH Gregg Appliances in Fishers.James loved to shoot rockets; photography; he enjoyed flying...
Betty K. Shaffer
Feb 14, 2020
Betty K. Shaffer, 94, of Anderson, passed away Friday, February 14, 2020. She was born, June 29, 1925, in Elwood, to the late, Adam & Elizabeth (Bertzel) Krebs. She attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School in Elwood and graduated from St. Mary Catholic High School, in Anderson, in 1944. She attended Indiana Business College and became an Executive Secretary Betty was...
Kelli A. Drake
Feb 13, 2020
Kelli A. Drake, 50, of Middletown, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020, at her residence with her family at her side. She was born July 15, 1969 to Billy and Sharon (Holloway) Hager. Kelli was a member of the Aletheia Church and had been a hairstylist for 28 years. Her passion was helping others and she inspired many others to...
Mr. Paul F. Walker
Feb 12, 2020
Paul F. Walker, 86, passed away Wednesday February 12, 2020. He was born August 7, 1933, in Hancock County to the late, Freeman & Florence (Chew) Walker. Paul was also a veteran of the US Army. He was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ. Paul was well known by many names including, “Bub”, “Chief”, or “Mt. Dew”. He loved...
Alice Alatza Hollingsworth
Feb 12, 2020
Alice Alatza Hollingsworth passed away February 12, 2020 at her residence. She was born October 3, 1931 in Marion, Indiana to the late William H. & Winifred (DeHaven) Rhodes. The family resided in Marion and Rigdon, Indiana until 1944, thereafter moving to Anderson where their father was employed at General Motors. Alice graduated from Anderson High School class of 1949...
David A. Dickey
Feb 12, 2020
David A. Dickey passed away on February 12, 2020 with his family by his side.He was born March 6, 1930 in New Castle, Indiana to Claude and Luella Dickey.Dave lived in Bartholomew County during his youth but spent the large majority of his life in Madison County, moving to Middletown in 2017.He worked for General Motors, first with Allison in...
Mr. Brian Dean Whitinger
Feb 11, 2020
Brian Dean Whitinger, 48, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Feb. 11, 2020, at Community Hospital Anderson. Brian graduated from Madison Heights High School and attended Glen Oaks Community College in Centerville, Michigan. He was recently employed by CJ Boots Casket Co. in Anderson. Brian loved NASCAR and the Indianapolis Colts. He is survived by his parents, Bill...
Carol Sue Taylor
Feb 9, 2020
Carol Sue Taylor, 61, Noblesville, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020, at her daughters residence in Fishers.She was born on May 10, 1958, in Middletown, Ohio to James Vancleve and Marcille (Havens) Vancleve.Carol was graduated from Antwerp High School in Ohio.She retired from Target and previously worked at Ellison Bakery. Carol was a member of the Cumberland Road Christian Church...
Birtha Ovadean Bertram
Feb 7, 2020
Ovadean Bertram, 89, of Anderson, passed away on February 7, 2020 at Community Hospital, Anderson with her loving daughters at her side. She was born on October 15, 1930 in Albany, Kentucky. She was a graduate of Clinton County High School. She met and married Vance Bertram in 1952. They planted, gathered and sold a tobacco crop, then moved to...
James Patrick Reagin
Feb 6, 2020
James Patrick Reagin, age 78, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020 following a sudden illness. He was born in Seattle, WA on September 26, 1941, the son of the late Edward James and Marina (Ave) Reagin and lived in Anderson most of his life. He graduated from Ball State University where he was a member of the Sigma Tau Gamma...
Orpha Wendy Patton
Feb 6, 2020
Orpha (Wendy) M. Patton, 82, Anderson, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 6, 2020 after an extended illness. She was born on May 1, 1937, in Union County, Tennessee, to Henry and Stella (Ridenour) Flatford. Wendy was a loving mother and grammy. She loved spending time with her family. She could make a song out of...
Ms. Carole Ann Stacy
Feb 2, 2020
Carole Ann Stacy, 84, of Knightstown, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020. She was born December 14, 1935, in Indianapolis, to the late Floyd Estelle “Bud” & Lucille (Hampton) Miller. Carole was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ and of Psi Iota Xi Sorority of Knightstown. She had worked for Farm Bureau Co-Op, Mayhill Publications, Lazarus, and for Dr....
Mary Jeanette 'Jay' Alderman
Feb 2, 2020
Mary Jeanette "Jay" Alderman of Indianapolis, Indiana and Naples, Florida passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2020. She was born on August 4, 1949 to Edwin and Lamoine (Holland) Henderson, and lived an incredibly full 70 years. Jay was a teacher, friend, wife, mother, and was the heart of her family. If you needed anything from an etiquette question...
Joshua Caleb Eacret
Jan 31, 2020
Joshua Caleb Eacret, 34, of Pendleton, passed away on January 31, 2020 in Noblesville. He was born on May 22, 1985 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was employed as a Machine Operator for Nestle in Anderson. Joshua had earned the honor of Eagle Scout. He enjoyed computers, gaming, motorcycles and loved having fun.Josh lived life with a smile on his...
Christopher Howard Woodward
Jan 31, 2020
Christopher H. Woodward, 47, Frankton, formerly of Lapel passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.He was born on November 10, 1972, in Anderson, Indiana to Rickey Woodward and Cathy (Campbell) Woodward .Christopher graduated from Lapel High School in 1991. He was a Regional Manager for Healthcare Trust of America for ten years.Christopher was an...
Gregory “Greg” K. Miller
Jan 29, 2020
Gregory K. “Greg” Miller, age 67, of Warsaw, Indiana and formerly of Anderson, Indiana passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and family by his side at 11:25 a.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. He was born on Mother’s Day, May 11, 1952 in Greenfield, Indiana. Greg was the oldest of two children born to Glen E. Miller...
Mr. Douglas Keith Barnes
Jan 27, 2020
Douglas Keith Barnes, 68, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020. He was born April 14, 1951 in Anderson to the late Virgil Barnes & Jenny James. Doug is survived by his daughter, Angelique Barnes; granddaughters, Sara & Reiyanna Barnes; and brother, Dennis Barnes. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Barnes; son, Derek Barnes; brother, Kenny Surber; and...
Billie Ann Savage
Jan 27, 2020
Billie Ann Savage, 74, of Anderson, passed away on January 27, 2020 at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. She was born on August 25, 1945 in Clay County, Tennessee to the late Crit and Grace (Johnson) Daniel. Billie retired from St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital as a Nurse Technician after 20 years of service. She was a member of Columbus...
Phyllis June Schmuck
Jan 26, 2020
Phyllis June Schmuck, 98, a lifelong resident of Anderson, went to be with her sweet Lord and Savior on January 26, 2020. She was known for her ministry of sending thoughtful cards and her gift of hospitality. She and her husband, Francis, shared 78 loving years of marriage before his passing in 2018. Always happiest when surrounded by family and...
Linda Sue Kabat
Jan 23, 2020
Linda Sue (Warren) Kabat, 70, of Anderson, passed away on January 24, 2020 at Countryside Manor in Anderson. She was born on August 2, 1949 in Wabash, IN to the late Edward and Phyllis (Troyer) Warren. Linda retired from CNA Home Healthcare as a Nurses Aid. She was a member of Freewill Baptist Church in Packerton, IN. She enjoyed writing...