Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Denise K. McCormick

Denise K. McCormick

July 29, 2026

Denise K. McCormick, 57, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully and went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 29, 2026. Born on July 22, 1969, Denise was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, born to Allen Peel and Sheryl (Morris) Bailey.

Denise proudly served as an EMT with the Wayne Township Fire Department, where she dedicated herself to helping...

Cheyanna Closser

Cheyanna Closser

July 29, 2026

Cheyanna Closser, known for her fierce spirit and unwavering positivity, passed away on July 29, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on September 24, 1996, in Garden City, Michigan, to Robert and Cindy Patrick, Cheyanna's journey was nothing short of remarkable.

Cheyanna grew up wherever the pickup truck took us. She attended South Madison Community School and later...

Anne B. Foskuhl

Anne B. Foskuhl

July 28, 2026

Anne Bertha (Jarbeau) Foskuhl, 84, passed to eternal rest on July 28, 2026.

Anne was born in Providence, Rhode Island, on November 6, 1941, to the late Yvan and Rose (Giroux) Jarbeau. The family moved to Anderson, Indiana, in late November 1959, moved to Dunedin, Florida, in late 2012, and to Fort Mill, South Carolina, in 2020. She married Martin Foskuhl...

Larry Lee Montgomery

Larry Lee Montgomery

July 28, 2026

Larry Lee Montgomery, 85, of Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Community Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness. 

He was born on January 31, 1941, in Anderson, Indiana to James David and Elma Delores (Craig) Montgomery. 

He was a truck driver for many years. He formerly owned the Lapel Family Restaurant and Bar.

He loved his family and enjoyed...

Michael David Nicholson

Michael David Nicholson

July 22, 2026

Michael David Nicholson, 63, of Lapel, passed away on July 22, 2026, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis following a brief illness. 

He was born on June 2, 1963, in Anderson, Indiana to David Leroy and Soteria G. (Pancol) Nicholson. He was a graduate of Madison Heights High School. He went on to earn his bachelor's degree, attending both Ball State...

Howard J. Rudicil

Howard J. Rudicil

July 21, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Howard J. Rudicil on July 21, 2026, a fascinating character who left a unique imprint on the lives of those around him. Howard was a proud member of the Air Force, a detail that brought him great pride and a sense of camaraderie throughout his life.

Howard was known for...

Kathy L. Bowman

Kathy L. Bowman

July 17, 2026

Kathy L. Bowman, 78, of Greenfield, passed away on July 17, 2026. Born on March 10, 1948, in Wilkinson to the late Lawrence Dale Rozzell and Julia (Railsback) Kaufman, Kathy was a bright light in the lives of those who knew her.

Kathy was married to Daniel J. Bowman, who preceded her in death in 2010. They shared a deep love...

Ashley Sharon Wilhelm

Ashley Sharon Wilhelm

July 15, 2026

Ashley Sharon Wilhelm, 37, of Anderson, Indiana died July 15, 2026.

She was born on October 11, 1988, in Greenfield, Indiana and attended Knightstown Schools. Ashley loved hanging out with her kids and nieces and nephews. She was known as a big-hearted person and enjoyed spending time outdoors.

Survivors include her children, Dominick Steward, Trish Moyer and Drew Moyer; mother, Anna Kathryn...

Charles Eugene Lambert

Charles Eugene Lambert

July 15, 2026

Charles Eugene Lambert, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on July 15, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on January 8, 1944, in Dallas, Texas, he was the son of the late James and Zula Lambert. Charles will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Sandra (Burris) Lambert, with whom he shared so many beautiful years.

Charles was a proud veteran,...

Brian Andrew Buckner

Brian Andrew Buckner

July 13, 2026

It is with profound sadness, yet with deep faith in the Resurrection, that we announce the passing of Brian Andrew Buckner, who returned to the Lord far too soon at the age of 47. A devoted father, beloved son, dear brother, and loyal friend, Brian lived his life with a generous spirit and a kind heart.

Born and raised in Anderson,...

Marilyn A. Huston

Marilyn A. Huston

July 12, 2026

Marilyn A. Huston, (Mimi), 95, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on July 12, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 18, 1930, in Pendleton, Indiana, she was the daughter of Everett and Mildred (Godbey) Gardner. Mimi was happily married to Loren Huston, and together they ran Huston Garage and Auto Sales.

She was...

Jackie "Jack" Smith

Jackie "Jack" Smith

July 11, 2026

Jackie "Jack" M. Smith, 81, of Anderson passed away on July 11, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on January 17, 1945 in Anderson to the late Martin and Evelyn (Hines) Smith. Jack married the love of his life, Donna (Lagle) Smith, and the two spent 50 wonderful years together.

Jack selflessly served our country...

Sheila Lynn Chitwood

Sheila Lynn Chitwood

July 10, 2026

Sheila Lynn Chitwood, 62, of Anderson, Indiana passed away July 10, 2026, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis, Indiana following a courageous fight against pancreatic cancer.

She was born on June 18, 1964, in Anderson, Indiana to the late James “Jimmy” Joseph and Sandra Lea (DeWitt) Chitwood.

Sheila lived most of her life in New Castle, Pendleton and Anderson communities.

Throughout the years...

Paul Clinton Broadwater, Jr.

Paul Clinton Broadwater, Jr.

July 9, 2026

Well, the woods are a little quieter on July 9th, 2026. Paul Clinton Broadwater Jr. was known over the years as Sonny, Paul, Clint, and most answerable to Papa. He finally hung up his hiking boots at the age of 85.

Born back on October 29, 1940, in Shirley, IN, to his late parents, Paul Clinton Broadwater Sr. and Thelma Edna...

Vicki Kay Stanford

Vicki Kay Stanford

July 9, 2026

Vicki K. Stanford, 83, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, in the loving care of her daughter, Terri, at her home.

Born on May 23, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana, Vicki was the daughter of Robert and Crystal Fischer.

She is survived by her daughter, Terri Rinker; her grandson, Eric Schildtknecht, fiancé Katie; son-in-law Carl Schildtknecht, her great-grandchildren; and her special niece,...

Sybil Faye Reeves

Sybil Faye Reeves

July 7, 2026

Sybil Faye Reeves (née Hodges), 77, of Pendleton, IN, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Sybil was born on May 15, 1949, in Decatur, AL, to the late Luther Hodges and Mary "Edna" Hodges (née Warren). Sybil was a 1967 graduate of Anderson High School. After high school, she married James (Jim) K. Reeves in 1968....

Charles L. Schroeder

Charles L. Schroeder

July 7, 2026

Charles L. Schroeder, 62, of Elwood, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis following a brief illness. 

He was born on June 16, 1964, in Danville, Illinois to Roland Schroeder and Kathy Schroeder. He currently worked for Don Hines Ford in Fishers in maintenance.

He was an avid KISS fan. He enjoyed building models and loved anything...

Larry G. Kabat

Larry G. Kabat

July 5, 2026

Larry G. Kabat, 82, of Anderson, passed away on July 5, 2026 after an extended illness.

Larry was born on December 9, 1943 in Huntington, Indiana to the late George and Ethel (Aughinbaugh) Kabat.

He married the love of his life, Linda Sue (Warren) Kabat, on June 6, 1992 and the two spent many wonderful years together.

Larry was a quiet man but...

Marian Faye Baker

Marian Faye Baker

July 2, 2026

Marian (Faye) Baker of Anderson, Indiana passed away on July 2, 2026. She was born March 3, 1933 in Owensboro, Kentucky, but has resided in Anderson most of her life, having relocated from Knoxville, Tennessee.

Marian retired from the office of Dr. Fred Spotsville in 1998 after 18 years as a receptionist and transcriptionist. She returned to work later as a...

Jane Ann McDuffee

Jane Ann McDuffee

July 1, 2026

Jane Ann McDuffee, 96, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, at The Waters of Middletown. Born on August 22, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jane was a loving daughter of the late Carl and Betty (Plough) Humke.

Jane married the love of her life, John McDuffee, and together they shared countless cherished moments. A proud graduate of Markleville...