Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
David Bergman
Jul 16, 2019
Local Arrangements are pending with Hersberger Funeral Home, 1010 North Main Street, Lapel, Indiana 46051. Cremation will take place with burial at East Maplewood Cemetery at a later date. . Pending Arrangements
Mary Margaret (Holbrook) Eltzroth
Jul 15, 2019
Mary Margaret (Holbrook) Eltzroth, 83, of Pendleton, Indiana was called home by the Lord on Monday, July 15, 2019. She died peacefully, surrounded by her family. Mary was a dedicated nurse, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Anderson, Indiana.Born in Olive Hill, Kentucky on May 21, 1936 to John and...
Violet Emily Oaks
Jul 14, 2019
Violet Emily Oaks, age 93, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019. She was born March 5, 1926 in London England to Edward and Ellen (Barry) Smith. During her childhood she was exposed to the horrors of war as the Germans bombed London in the 40’s. It was after the war she met and fell in love with her husband...
Mr. Paul Lincoln Ehrgott
Jul 14, 2019
Paul Lincoln Ehrgott, 60, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019. He was a resident of Anderson. He was born July 4, 1959, in Chicago, IL to the late Roberts & Ruth (Patton) Ehrgott. Paul graduated from Lawrence Central High School and the University of Pittsburgh. He was a member of the East Side Church of God, where he also participated...
Joann Downey
Jul 12, 2019
Joann Downey, 92, of Anderson, passed away on July 12, 2019 at her residence. She was born on October 7, 1926 in Anderson to the late Charles and Mary Ann (Stewart) Redick. At one time she worked in Real Estate with George Pulos Reality and Norton Reality. She was member of the Anderson Eastern Star and enjoyed art and baking....
Carolyn Sue Hilligoss
Jul 12, 2019
Carolyn Sue Hilligoss, 83, of New Castle, passed away on July 12, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Anderson on March 9, 1936 to the late Verlin Edward and Hazel (Benefield) Burton. Carolyn retired from Countryside Manor as a dietitian. She was baptized at Turning Point Life Center, New Castle, Indiana. She loved her family and singing. Carolyn...
Agnes M. Amrine
Jul 10, 2019
Agnes M. Amrine, 96, of Anderson, peacefully went to be with the Lord with her children by her side July 10, 2019, following an extended illness. She was born October 4, 1922 in Anderson, the daughter of John and Clara (Hessler) Lang and lived here her entire life. She married Ralph Amrine and together they raised their family. Agnes worked...
Luther Hodges Jr.
Jul 9, 2019
Luther Hodges, Jr., 78, passed away July 9, 2019 after an extended illness. He was a resident of Anderson since 1959, moving here from Alabama. He was born December 25, 1940, to the late Luther C. & Mary Edna (Warren) Hodges, Sr. in Cornersville, TN. Luther was a self-employed contractor for over 40 years. He was a member of Columbus...
Margaret Louise Philbert
Jul 9, 2019
MARGARET "MAGGIE" LOUISE PHILBERT Maggie was born 11-25-62 to William "Ed" and Elaine Rodgers. She died on July 9, 2019 at IU North Hospital after a 4 year battle with lung cancer. Maggie is survived by her only child Amanda King and her son in love, Scott of Lapel; 4 grandchildren, Kaley, Chrystal, Amber, Ryley and 2 great grandchildren Nicole...
Robert P. Graves Jr.
Jul 8, 2019
Robert Pearl Graves Jr., 92, of Anderson, passed away on July 8, 2019 at his residence. He was born in Harlan County, Kentucky on January 7, 1927 to the late Robert and Grace (Elliott) Graves Sr. Robert retired as an electrician from Guide Division of General Motors in 1981 after 30 years of service. He was a member of Solar...
Fred Arney Jr.
Jul 8, 2019
Fred Arney Jr, 82, Lapel, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019, at his residence in Lapel following a brief illness.He was born on December 5, 1936, in North Vernon, Indiana to Fred Arney Sr. and Minnie Alma (Lacey) Arney . Fred served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a former member of the American Legion, Moose...
Patricia Marie (Richwine) Manship
Jul 6, 2019
Patricia Marie (Richwine) Manship, 69, of Markleville, Indiana passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 6, 2019 after a brief illness.She was born November 20, 1949 in Shelbyville, Indiana and was a lifelong resident of Madison County, Indiana.She was a 1968 graduate of Pendleton High School and a graduate of Anderson University, earning her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She was...
Robert “Bob” James
Jul 5, 2019
Robert “Bob” S. James, 78, of Anderson, passed away Friday, July 5, 2019. He was born January 24, 1941, in Chicago to the late David H. James & Claris (Shawhan) Reed. He was a beloved little league baseball and football coach for Pendleton Junior Baseball and Football. He was in IHSAA Wrestling Official for 15 years and officiated three Indiana...
Joseph A Helpling
Jul 2, 2019
Joseph “Joe” Alexander Helpling, 82, a life-long resident of Anderson, Indiana passed away July 2, 2019 after a 23 year battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born September 17, 1936, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Osmond and Nellie Helpling. He is survived by his children, Chris (Lisa) Helpling, Karla (Rick) McMahan, Kent (Debra) Helpling; nine grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren;...
Terry W. Squires
Jul 1, 2019
Terry W. Squires, 64, of Anderson, passed away, July 1, 2019 at his residence. Terry was born November 8, 1954 in Linton, the son of Stokley and Susie Squires. He was a backhoe operator for Payless Septic and Sewer for over 25 years. He loved fishing and was a NASCAR fan, especially Dale Earnhart. More importantly he was a beloved...
Wanda Mae (Thomas) Rhea
Jun 29, 2019
Wanda Mae Rhea, 87, of Anderson, met Jesus and was reunited with the love of her life, Robert Alden Rhea on June 29, 2019. She was born May 27, 1932 in Anderson, the daughter of John and Lova (Trick) Thomas. She married Robert on June 17, 1950 and together they raised their family. She was an avid bowler and loved...
Helen M. Snyder
Jun 25, 2019
Helen M. Snyder, 91, Lapel, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at Fall Creek Retirement Village in Pendleton.She was born on February 13, 1928, in Marshalltown, Iowa to Walter and Ruby (Nichol) Fleming.Helen was a member of the Ford Street United Methodist Church, the Helping Hands, the Lapel Rural Garden Club, and had served as a Cub Scout Leader, a...
Gene W. Morgan
Jun 22, 2019
Gene W. Morgan, 90, of Anderson, passed away June 22, 2019, at Community Hospital. Gene was born September 4, 1928, in Terre Haute, to the late Thomas and Sylvia Morgan. Gene was employed at Warner Gear for over 48 years and retired in 1997. He also owned and operated the Stables Night Club. He had been a member of Eagles...
Kenneth R. 'Luke' Boone
Jun 20, 2019
Kenneth R. "Luke" Boone, 65, Noblesville, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019, at home following an extended illness.He was born on July 15, 1953, in Noblesville to Albert F. and Annabel J. Boone.Kenny was a 1971 graduate of Hamilton Southeastern High School. He was a life-long Wayne Township farmer with a passion for his community. Kenny was a member of...
Mr. Jonathan C. Cain
Jun 16, 2019
Jonathan C. Cain, 59, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2019. He was a lifelong resident of Wilkinson. He was born July 1, 1959, in Hancock County to the late William Oliver & Ina Lou (Toloday) Cain. Jon was a third-generation farmer and very active in his community. He was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ. He was with the...
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