Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Emma N. Truman

Emma N. Truman

Jun 23, 2026

Emma Truman, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, at the age of 31 in Anderson, Indiana. Born on November 21, 1994, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Brian and Audrey (Thompson) Bondurant.

Emma had a true passion for life, whether it was hiking through nature, listening to her favorite music...

Carl E. Reynolds

Carl E. Reynolds

Jun 22, 2026

Carl E. Reynolds, 74, of Shirley, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at his home following an extended illness.

He was born on January 2, 1952, in North Vernon to William Reynolds and Geneva (Bowman) Reynolds. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force and the United States Army after several years of honorable service, including during...

Franklin "Del" Delano Sanders

Franklin "Del" Delano Sanders

Jun 21, 2026

Franklin "Del" Delano Sanders, 89, of Anderson passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. Del was born on October 14, 1936 in Willow Grove, Tennessee to the late Leon and Gladys (Grider) Sanders, Sr.

Del was a proud graduate of Anderson High School, where he left a lasting legacy as a basketball and track star. He made history as the first...

Carol A. McElroy

Carol A. McElroy

Jun 19, 2026

Carol A. McElroy, 88, of Anderson, Indiana, left us peacefully on June 19, 2026. Born on October 17, 1937, in Portland, Indiana, to the late James and Minnie (Ritter) McElroy, Carol was a vibrant soul who lit up the lives around her.

She was an active and loving member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Anderson, Singles Group at Place Park...

Norma "Pearl" Elmore

Norma "Pearl" Elmore

Jun 18, 2026

Norma "Pearl" Elmore, 85, of Anderson, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at at her home surrounded by those she loved following an extended illness.

She was born on October 5, 1940, in Anderson, Indiana to James C. and Mildred Faye (Shull) Skinner. She was a 1958 graduate of Fortville High School. She was a bookkeeper and accountant.

She enjoyed bowling...

Betty Jean Newkirk

Betty Jean Newkirk

Jun 17, 2026

Betty Jean Newkirk, a beloved member of the Anderson community, passed away on June 17, 2026, at Beaumont Health and Living. 

She was born on November 24, 1937, in Seymour, Indiana, to Chester and Dorothy Newkirk. Betty dedicated many years of her life to the healthcare field, working as a nurses aide and in housekeeping. Her compassion and care for others...

Spencer Allan Hall

Spencer Allan Hall

Jun 15, 2026

Spencer Allan Hall, 34, of Anderson passed away on June 15, 2026. Spencer was born on August 29, 1991 to the late David Tilden Hall, II and Iona K. Jefferson.

Spencer faithfully served our country in the United States Army National Guard and was honorably discharged. During his time in the military, he received his GED and was then able to...

Ronald P. Gebhardt

Ronald P. Gebhardt

Jun 11, 2026

Ronald P. Gebhardt, 90, of Fishers and formerly of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Hamilton Trace Family-First Senior Living in Fishers, following an extended illness. 

He was born on December 11, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois to William and Freida (Link) Gebhardt. He served his country proudly in the United States Army. 

He was a farmer.Ronald is...

Amy Lozano

Amy Lozano

Jun 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amy Lozano, 55, of Anderson, Indiana, who left us on June 11, 2026. Born on October 14, 1970, in Warsaw, Indiana, to the late Neville and Anita (Wills) Dickerson, Amy's spirit was as vibrant as they come. Known to her loved ones as a firecracker, mud hen, sassy and...

Larry Eugene Wallace, Jr.

Larry Eugene Wallace, Jr.

Jun 11, 2026

Larry Eugene Wallace, Jr., 63, of Anderson, IN, passed away at 9:59 PM on June 11, 2026 due to a long battle of cancer. Larry was born on November 10, 1962 in Goshen, Indiana to Larry Eugene Wallace, Sr. and Shirley Ann Wallace, whom both have preceded him in passing.

Surviving are his wife of 24 years Lana Wallace; his children,...

Marcia Kay Mills

Marcia Kay Mills

Jun 11, 2026

Marcia Kay Mills, 84, of Anderson, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief illness. 

She was born on September 22, 1941, in Noblesville, Indiana to Samuel Max and Ava Mae (Wooden) Stoops. She was a 1959 graduate of Lapel High School. 

She was a homemaker and loved being a farmer's wife. She loved her...

Daniel Jobes

Daniel Jobes

Jun 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Daniel W. Jobes

Dan Jobes left this world on June 10, 2026, undoubtedly headed for a golf course with perfectly manicured greens or his home swimming pool, basking in the sun on long summer days. He spent his life doing what he loved most: making memories with friends and family, enjoying rounds of golf, and spending time...

Linda Elaine McCord

Linda Elaine McCord

Jun 10, 2026

Linda Elaine McCord, 88, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital. Born on February 23, 1938, in Muncie, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Oliver and Alice (Spilker) Walters. Linda will be remembered as a loving wife to her late husband, Allen Lee McCord, and a devoted mother to her children.

A...

Michael "Mike" K. Davis

Michael "Mike" K. Davis

Jun 10, 2026

Michael "Mike" K. Davis, 78, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at his home. Born on January 22, 1948, in Anderson, Mike was the beloved son of the late William Biles and Helen Leona (Kay) Davis. He dedicated much of his life to his work as a Tool and Die Maker at General Motors, where he...

Kermit Stacy

Kermit Stacy

Jun 8, 2026

Kermit Stacy, 94, formerly of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at Westminster Village North in Indianapolis. Born on October 8, 1931, in Muses Mills, KY, to Fred Stacy and Cordia (McRoberts) Ratliff. Kermit lived a rich life filled with love, laughter, and sports.

He was married to the late Martha (Wicker) Stacy, and together they created wonderful...

Rebecca Sue Warstler

Rebecca Sue Warstler

Jun 7, 2026

Rebecca Sue Warstler, 79, of Westfield, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Carmel following an extended illness. 

She was born on October 18, 1946, in Anderson, Indiana to Boyd Robert and Nora B. (Smith) Hensley. She owned and operated Uptown Cafe in Lapel. She had also managed Wheelers in the Perkinsville area and the Belle...

William "Bill" Raleigh Berkebile

William "Bill" Raleigh Berkebile

Jun 5, 2026

William "Bill" Raleigh Berkebile, a vibrant spirit who embraced life with passion and joy, passed away on June 5, 2026, at the age of 51. Born on June 18, 1974, to Earl Berkebile and Patricia (Quackenbush) Norris.

Bill's journey began at Vincennes University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in law enforcement. However, his true calling came when he ventured into...

Sarona Zonarich

Sarona Zonarich

Jun 1, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sarona Zonarich, who left us on June 1, 2026, after a brave battle with cancer. Sarona was born on June 16, 1961, to Eugene Morris and Ina Lee Morris Haverstick in Gary, Indiana. She met her husband, David Zonarich while they were both doing missionary work in Scotland. While...

Ronald E. Bell

Ronald E. Bell

Jun 1, 2026

Ronald Eugene Bell, 78, of Anderson, Indiana, left this world on June 1, 2026, at Community Hospital in Anderson. Born on March 4, 1948, in New Castle, Indiana, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Kissick) Bell. Ron was the type of guy who would give the shirt off his back and was truly selfless.

Throughout his life,...

Jacob Eugene Maxwell

Jacob Eugene Maxwell

May 31, 2026

Jacob Eugene Maxwell passed away on May 31, 2026, after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for five years. Born on December 17, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana.

In 1973, Jake enlisted in the Marines. After his time in the military, he spent the majority of his career as a skilled carpenter, a trade he loved and mastered. He had a zest for life...