Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Bobby Hoskins

Bobby Hoskins

Jan 31, 2026

Bobby Hoskins, 77, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away January 31, 2026, at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville, Indiana after an extended illness.

He was born on May 20th, 1948 in Millstone, Kentucky, to James and Lizzie (Bates) Hoskins.

Bobby graduated from Whitesburg High School in Kentucky, He retired from Western Electric after several years of service. Bobby served his country in the United...

Paul "Punky" "Paulie" Bagley Wykoff

Paul "Punky" "Paulie" Bagley Wykoff

Jan 30, 2026

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul "Punky" "Paulie" Bagley Wykoff, who left us on January 30, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on November 23, 1942, to Paul Nathaniel Wykoff and Lilly Evelyn (Morgan) Wykoff, Paul made an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A proud alumnus of Anderson...

Dennis W. Morin Sr.

Dennis W. Morin Sr.

Jan 29, 2026

Dennis W. Morin Sr., 79, of Lapel, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness. 

He was born on December 31, 1946, in Milan, Indiana to William Woodrow and Esther Faye (Little) Morin. He was a 1965 graduate of Lapel High School. Dennis served his country proudly in the United...

Brian Wells

Brian Wells

Jan 28, 2026

Brian Wells, 64, of Anderson, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at his home following a brief illness.

He was born on July 18, 1961, in Muncie, Indiana to John and Norma (Bodenhorn) Wells. He was a graduate of Phelps High School in Pennsylvania. He worked in maintenance in the hotel industry for many years. He loved his cats and...

Dennis P. Moroney

Dennis P. Moroney

Jan 26, 2026

Dennis P. Moroney, affectionately known as Denny, passed away on January 26, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana. Born on October 18, 1949, he grew up in Anderson, Indiana, where he was raised by his loving parents, William and Marjorie (Schneider) Moroney. He spent most of his adult life in Albion, Indiana.

Denny graduated from Madison Heights High School, a proud member of...

Carolyn Jane Pierce

Carolyn Jane Pierce

Jan 25, 2026

Carolyn Jane Pierce, 84, of Wilkinson, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026 at her home. Carolyn was born on August 18, 1941 in New Castle to the late Ernest and Ruby (Phillips) Spears. Carolyn was a graduate of Knightstown High School, class of 1959.

Carolyn worked as an inspector for Cargill in Springdale, Arkansas for a number of years before...

Charles William Davis

Charles William Davis

Jan 25, 2026

Charles William "Bill" Davis, 91, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on January 25, 2026, at Northview Health and Living. Born on November 5, 1934, in Sims, Illinois, Bill was the loving son of Marion and Ruby (Land) Davis.

After graduating from Anderson High School, Bill proudly served in the United States Air Force, before embarking on a fulfilling career as an...

Barbara L. Hinton

Barbara L. Hinton

Jan 24, 2026

Barbara L. Hinton, 80, of Ingalls, Indiana, passed away January 24, 2026.

She was born on March 27, 1945, in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of Ervin and Jane (Henry) Hanle and was an Ingalls resident since 2016.

Barbara retired from General Motors in Anderson after 31 years of service.

Barbara was a 1963 graduate of Glenwood High School in Canton, Ohio and attended...

Debra Morene O'Bryant

Debra Morene O'Bryant

Jan 24, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Morene O'Bryant, age 70, who left us on January 24, 2026. Born on January 13, 1956, in Livingston, TN, Debra was the beloved daughter of Delmon Price Hall and Florence Anna Hall. Debra graduated from Madison Heights High School and went on to have a fulfilling career in...

Suzanne Hagan

Suzanne Hagan

Jan 24, 2026

Suzanne Hagan, 86, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, surrounded by family at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness.

Born in 1939, Suzanne was a proud Lapel "Bulldog," graduating with the Class of 1958. She was a doer - serving as a class officer and staying involved in reunions throughout her life. Her classmates...

Jane Miller

Jane Miller

Jan 24, 2026

Jane Ellen Miller went peacefully to the Lord on January 23, 2026.

Jane was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 29, 1933. Her parents, Harry M. and Irene West, moved to Anderson in 1944, where Harry founded West Electric. Jane worked in the office of West Electric until her retirement in 1996.

Jane was married to Edward J. Miller in Anderson in...

D. Anthony "Tony" Scott

D. Anthony "Tony" Scott

Jan 23, 2026

Tony Scott passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 59.

He is survived by his children: Trey Scott (wife, Audrey), Briana Scott, Ayden Scott (fiancée, Samantha Wheeler and daughter, Aurora), Rowan Scott, Hunter Hess, and Akasha Heredia.

Tony had a lifelong love for softball and spent many years playing the game. He was also passionate about cars and enjoyed...

Alberta Jane Parker

Alberta Jane Parker

Jan 23, 2026

Alberta Jane Parker, 96, of Arcadia, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville following an extended illness.. 

She was born on September 3, 1929, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Wallace Archie and Mary Margaret Ellen (Presser) Herron. She attended Howe High School.. She was a homemaker. She managed Marshall's Jewelry Store.

She attended Perkinsville Community Church. She was...

Shea Fraley

Shea Fraley

Jan 23, 2026

Ronald Beverly Shea Fraley (Shea), 68, of Anderson, Indiana, met face to face with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 23, 2026. Shea was born to Gwendolyn Grace (Rawlin) Fraley and Ronald Dale Fraley. He was born, raised, and resided in Anderson. He attended Madison Heights High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from...

Leigh A. Dick

Leigh A. Dick

Jan 23, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leigh A. Dick, who departed this life on January 23, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on September 2, 1967, in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Richard and Sherrill Lyons. She graduated from Highland High School in 1986. 

Leigh is remembered for her warm spirit and the joy she...

Matthew "Matt" Craig Williamson

Matthew "Matt" Craig Williamson

Jan 23, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew "Matt" Craig Williamson, a cherished father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, who left us on January 23, 2026. Born to Dennis and Nancy (Carwile) Williamson, Matt dedicated his life to his family and friends.

A proud graduate of Anderson High School, class of 1993, Matt committed himself to his...

Gary "Scott" Hawkins

Gary "Scott" Hawkins

Jan 22, 2026

Gary "Scott" Hawkins, 61, of Lapel, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, following a sudden illness.

He was born on July 25, 1964, in Hamilton, Ohio to Gary Lee Hawkins and Donna (Meador) Monceaux. He was a graduate of Eunice High School. He was a welder at Lenex in Indianapolis.He enjoyed watching TV, Nascar, football and fishing. He loved his...

Amber Dawn Smart

Amber Dawn Smart

Jan 21, 2026

Amber Dawn Smart, 45, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away January 21, 2026, at her home following a sudden illness. 

She was born on November 8, 1980, in Indianapolis, Indiana to James R. Jr. and Ivy LaRene (Haworth) Smart. She was a corporate trainer for Phoenix Financial. 

She was a member of Straight Gate Community Church in Anderson. She was always active with...

Janice Dean

Janice Dean

Jan 20, 2026

Janice D. Dean (née Bohne), 89, of Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, surrounded by her cherished daughters.

On July 15, 1936, Janice and brother, James, were born to Forrest and Ethel Bohne (Tuttle). Janice was a graduate of Anderson High School, Class of 1954 and married her high school sweetheart, Richard Dean, on December 11, 1955. Janice proudly...

Melanie Cheryl Lewis

Melanie Cheryl Lewis

Jan 20, 2026

Melanie Cheryl Lewis, 71, of Lapel, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born on July 18, 1954, in Anderson, Indiana to Holt and Rosemary (Quick) Littrell. She was a proud graduate of Highland High School. 

She spent many years caring for children in local daycares. She loved kids and enjoyed working...