Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Eric Roger Welker Jr.
September 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eric Roger Welker Jr., 53, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on September 14, 2026. Born on May 24, 1973, in Anderson to the late Eric Welker Sr. and Portia (Fetty) Welker.
Eric was someone who truly knew how to enjoy life. He had a passion for music, especially rap, and...
Harrold Jack "Harry" Hopper, Jr.
September 13, 2026
PENDLETON- Harrold Jack “Harry” Hopper, Jr., 77, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away, September 13, 2026, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana.
Harry was born July 24, 1949 in Fort Knox, Kentucky to the late Harrold Jack and Viola (Caudill) Hopper, Sr.
He was a US Army veteran and retired as Chief of Medical Administration from the US Department of Veterans Affairs.
Harry...
Peter David Fagan
September 12, 2026
Peter David Fagan, 62, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on September 12, 2026. Peter was born in 1964 in California to Thomas Fagan Sr. and Denna (Petrissans) Fagan.
Peter graduated from Indiana University with a bachelor's degree in marketing. After graduating, he joined the family business.
A gifted tennis and pickleball player, Peter enjoyed playing with various local groups. Among other interests,...
Mary Lee Horning
September 12, 2026
Mary Lee (Illges) Horning (94) drifted from this worldly life on Saturday evening, September 12, 2026. Mary Lee was born March 17, 1932 in Hamilton County to Harry and Cecil (Sturdevant) Illges.
On September 3, 1949 she married the handsome Army man, Ivan G. Horning. Mary Lee would tell you that she was "just" a farmer's wife, but her story is...
Kay Don Stevenson
September 12, 2026
Kay Don Stevenson, 91, of Noblesville, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at his home in Noblesville following an extended illness.
He was born May 31, 1935, in Noblesville, Indiana to Cedric Shaw and Ruby Evelyn (Everitt) Stevenson. He was a 1953 graduate of Lapel High School. He became a toolmaker apprentice and attended Ass-Int Corp School. He retired as...
Darlene Elizabeth Parry
September 11, 2026
Darlene Elizabeth Parry, 60, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away on September 11, 2026 at Community Hospital of Anderson.
She was born on June 14, 1966 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Wayne Garner, Sr. and Myrtie (Ford) Garner.
Darlene married Bob Parry in 1996, and they enjoyed thirty wonderful years married together. Although they were married thirty years, they knew each other much longer...
M. Jane Cox
September 11, 2026
M. Jane "Janie" Cox, 77, of Anderson, passed away on September 11, 2026. Janie was born on June 15, 1949 in Camp Kilmer, New Jersey to the late Calvin F. and Miranda H. (Tomson) Edrington. Janie graduated from Lapel High School in 1967 and then went on to attend and graduate Ball State University with a bachelors degree in 1976....
Patrick Allen "Hawg" Harris
September 11, 2026
Patrick Allen "Hawg" Harris, 78, of Knightstown, Indiana, passed away September 11, 2026, at his residence in Knightstown.
Hawg was born on July 5, 1948, in Cadiz, Indiana to Robert "Red" Harris and Ruth Maxine (Ford) Harris.
He graduated from Sulpher Springs High School in 1966.
Hawg served in the United States Army being stationed in Ft. Lewis, Washington.
He worked for Penn Central...
Darrel Duane Davis
September 10, 2026
Darrel Duane Davis, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday September 10, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Darrel was born on September 6, 1940 to Harold and Alice (Pettit) Davis in Shelby County, Indiana and was a graduating member of the Waldron High School Class of 1959.
He proudly served his country as veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and joined...
Michael Neal Smith
September 10, 2026
Michael Neal Smith, a loving husband, dedicated farmer, and community pillar, passed away on September 10, 2026, at his home on the family farm in Pendleton, Indiana. Born on December 1, 1945, in Anderson, Indiana, Smitty was the cherished son of Hugh E. Smith and Virginia Mae (Bright) Smith.
A proud graduate of Pendleton High School and a Boilermaker at heart,...
Jack Allen Presslor
September 8, 2026
Jack Allen Presslor, 64, of Lapel, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at his home in Lapel, following a sudden medical event.
He was born on January 16, 1962, in Indianapolis, Indiana to William and Arthena (Smoot) Presslor. He was a graduate of Thomas Howe High School. He retired from Citizens Energy Group.
On August 12, 1983, Jack married his high...
Steven Scott Foster
September 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Scott Foster, 62, of Anderson, Indiana, who left us on September 5, 2026, at his home with loved ones by his side. Born on May 20, 1964, in Topeka, Kansas, Steven was the son of Lawrence and Sharon (Garringer) Foster.
A dedicated family man and community supporter, Steven was...
Jerry Lee Bowman
September 5, 2026
Jerry Lee Bowman, son of John and Susie (Beckner) Bowman, was born April 20, 1939, in Franklin County, Virginia. Daddy answered his Savior's call and was baptized on August 9, 1957, becoming a member of the Old German Baptist Brethren Church at Oak Hill, Virginia, to which he remained faithful. He passed away on September 5, 2026, at home surrounded...
Thomas “Tom” David Reichl
September 3, 2026
Thomas David Reichl, 79, of Lapel, passed away on September 3, 2026 at his home. Tom was born on May 26, 1947 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Matthew Joseph and Ruth Elizabeth (Carson) Reichl. Tom married the love of his life, Harriett "Louise" (Spiess) Reichl, and the two were married for 49 years at the time of his passing.
Tom...
Virgil "Bub" Michael, Jr.
September 3, 2026
Virgil "Bub" Michael, Jr., 61, of Canaan, Indiana, left us on September 3, 2026. He was born on July 26, 1965, in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Virgil Wayne Michael, Sr. and Lois (Russell) Michael. He shared a beautiful life with his loving wife, Chalice (Slade) Michael.
Bub was known for his warmth and humor. He loved spending time outdoors, whether...
Ariana Marie Gonzalez
August 31, 2026
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Ariana "Ari" Marie Gonzalez, age 18, on Monday, August 31, 2026, in Pendleton, Indiana. Ariana was a 2026 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School.
Ariana was born on January 14, 2008, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Jesus Gonzalez and Ashley Pitones. She brought joy, laughter, and love to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Ariana...
Sharon "Sherry" Lee Ballinger
August 30, 2026
Sharon "Sherry" Lee Ballinger, 81, of Anderson, passed away on August 30, 2026 surrounded by her family. Sherry was born on August 26, 1945 in Anderson to the late, Gerald P. and Dorothy (Paynter) Shine.
Sherry was a 1963 graduate from Madison Heights High School and then went on to attend William Woods University for her bachelors degree and Ball State...
Martina Carol Lawyer
August 30, 2026
Martina Carol Lawyer, 88, of Markleville, Indiana passed away at her home on August 30, 2026.
Martina was born April 27, 1938, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Clayton and Carol (Webb) Hayden.
Martina graduated from Pendleton High School. While a lifelong farm wife she was Head of Custodians for Lawrence Township Community Schools for 20 years, as well as part of...
Charlene Gladney
August 29, 2026
Charlene (Evans) Gladney, 88, of Lapel, Indiana passed away peacefully at her home after a long illness on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Charlene is a native from Middlesboro, Kentucky and has lived in Indiana for over 65 years. She married the love of her life, Paul Gladney, Sr., and the two were married for 60 years before his passing in...
Donald Paul Wampler
August 28, 2026
Donald Paul Wampler, 92, a resident of Bridgewater, Virginia, formerly of Lapel, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, August 28, 2026, after passing at Sentara RMH Medical Center.
Mr. Wampler was born on December 29, 1933, in Chicago, IL, and was a son of the late David Benjamin and Elizabeth "Betty" Karicofe Wampler.
Donald retired in 1999 from Best...
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