Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Donald L. Gallamore
Jan 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald L. Gallamore, who left us on January 20, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on November 2, 1929, to Sylva and Jennie (Ball) Gallamore, Donald lived a full life filled with family, friends, and passions.
A proud graduate of Anderson High School, Class of 1947, Donald dedicated his...
Donald Walter Shupe
Jan 20, 2026
Donald Shupe, 92, of Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home in Anderson, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on September 18, 1933, in Newman Grove, Nebraska to Walter Lafayette and Dorothy Irene (Dickinson) Shupe. He attended school in Sheridan. At the age of 17, Don started working on the pipeline. He went on to...
Debra "Debby" L. Clark
Jan 19, 2026
Debra "Debby" L. Clark, 72, of Shirley, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026. Born on January 23, 1953, in Anderson, Indiana, Debby was the daughter of Joe Ike Moore and Betty Jean (Mann) Moore, both of whom preceded her in death.
Debby was a vibrant spirit who brought joy to everyone around her. She was a graduate of Eastern...
Hazel May Giering
Jan 19, 2026
Five days shy of her 94th birthday, Hazel May Giering set down her worldly burdens and peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, January 19, 2026. Hazel was born on January 24, 1932 in Illinois to Ervin and Lena Redshaw. When her mother died, while Hazel was still an infant, family circumstances led to...
Clyde Allan Wiles
Jan 17, 2026
PENDLETON- Clyde A. Wiles, 87, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026.
He was born on January 19, 1938, in Deadwood, South Dakota to the late Kenneth and Dorothea (Athey) Wiles and grew up as a farm boy in the Weeping Water, Nebraska community.
Clyde was a US Air Force veteran serving in Japan where he firmly established his relationship with Jesus....
Barbara Joan "Bonnie" Morehead
Jan 16, 2026
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Barbara Joan “Bonnie” Morehead died on January 16, 2026. She was 87 years old.
Bonnie was born on October 21, 1938, in Anderson, Indiana to Robert “Bob” and Emma Lou Higbee. She grew up in a red brick two-story house her father had built a short time before and where the family would own...
Alice L. Pollard
Jan 16, 2026
Alice L. “Lane” Pollard
April 28, 1933 – January 16, 2026
Alice L. “Lane” Pollard, 92, of Greenfield, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield.
She was born April 28, 1933, in Blue Ash, Ohio to the late George Stuart and Margaret Elizabeth (Blevins) Dean.
She spent most of her working life as a bookkeeper in the construction industry....
Joseph Wayne Bradford
Jan 14, 2026
Joseph Wayne Bradford, known to friends and family as Joe. Joe left us on January 14, 2026, at the age of 48, in his hometown of Anderson, Indiana. Born on July 26, 1977, Joe was the son of Gilbert Bradford and Elvaree Williams and graduated from Highland High School in 1995.
Joe was a hard worker, most recently driving a fork...
Philip "Dean" Reason
Jan 14, 2026
Philip “Dean” Reason, 99, Shirley, Ind., passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday morning, Jan. 14, 2026, of natural causes.
He was born June 26, 1926, at home in rural Shirley, Ind., the third oldest of four boys to Delbert “Earl” Reason and Francis Alice (Davis) Reason. He was a 1944 graduate of Wilkinson High School in Wilkinson, Ind.
He was...
Lynette Sue McKinley
Jan 13, 2026
Lynette Sue McKinley
July 26, 1946 – January 13, 2026
Lynette Sue McKinley, 79, of Anderson, passed away January 13, 2026.
She was born on July 26, 1946, in Muncie, Indiana to the late Bennie and Kathleen Frances Cunningham and was a former Muncie and Vevay resident before moving to Anderson.
She was a 1965 graduate of Muncie Southside High School. Following a career...
Norman D. "Norm" Salazar
Jan 9, 2026
Norman D. "Norm" Salazar, who passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on July 1, 1955, in Marion, Indiana, Norm was a beloved brother, uncle, and friend. He was the son of the late Dario and Fredus (Berry) Salazar.
After graduating from Huntington North High School in 1973, Norm proudly served in the United States Air...
Stephanie K. Henson
Jan 8, 2026
Stephanie K. Henson, 71, passed away on January 8, 2026, at Community Hospital in Anderson, Indiana. She was born on October 9, 1954, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late Richard and Ruth Stephenson.
Steph spent many years working as a laborer at General Motors, where she formed lasting friendships and memories. She was married to her loving husband, Alan Henson, who...
Teena Pittser
Jan 8, 2026
Teena Jean Pittser, 71, of Alexandria peacefully passed away at her home on January 8, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.
Though she never had children of her own she loved spending time with her nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed being a nanny for several years to a young boy (Cinch) whom she loved like family.
She is preceded in...
David Elza Schlatter
Jan 7, 2026
David Elza Schlatter passed away on January 7, 2026, at Rawlins House in Pendleton, after an extended illness. He was 74. Born July 31, 1951, to Elza Herschel and Dorothy Marie (Weaver) Schlatter. David was a cherished son, brother, father, and friend.
After graduating from Wabash High School in 1970, David worked in the commercial printing business for over 20 years....
Franklin E. Rincon Pirela
Jan 6, 2026
Franklin E. Rincon Pirela, 47, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully. He was born on April 13, 1978, in Venezuela.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Bozell Funeral Homes & Crematory, 515 East 53rd Street, Anderson, Indiana 46013. A time of sharing memories will take place at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial contributions...
Pamela Lynn Cating
Jan 5, 2026
Pamela Lynn Cating, 60, of Fortville, passed away on January 5, 2026, at Rawlins House in Pendleton. Born on August 3, 1965, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, to Dennis and Cora Forrest, Pam had a love for Jesus, life, her family, and a passion for helping others.
Pam attended North Montgomery High School and went on to create a beautiful tapestry of work...
Ivan Sizemore
Jan 4, 2026
PENDLETON — Ivan Sizemore, 85, of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson with loved ones near.
Ivan was born on June 11, 1940, in Big Creek, Clay County, Kentucky, to Barrett and Delora (Ross) Sizemore. He proudly carried his Appalachian roots with him throughout his life, never losing his Kentucky accent or...
Ann Heiser
Jan 3, 2026
PENDLETON—Ann Heiser, 63, of Pendleton, passed away January 3, 2026, at her home. She was born on May 14, 1962, in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Kenneth E. and Barbara E. (Holland) Mercer.
Ann was a graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and enjoyed attending Ovid Community Church. She worked at the Pendleton Juvenile Correctional Facility for 25 years.
In her free...
Shirley R. Stewart
Jan 2, 2026
Shirley R. Stewart, 91, of Summitville, formerly of Lapel, passed away on January 2, 2026 at Community Hospital. She was born on December 24, 1934.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, George Kenneth Stewart; and a son, David G. "Flano" Flanary.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A burial in Brookside Cemetery will take place on Wednesday, January 21, 2026...
Julie M. Topsoglou
Jan 2, 2026
Julie M. Topsoglou, aged 62, of Mooreland, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, after a brave battle with a sudden illness. Born on December 22, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of the late Robert N. and Vaotta J. (Thomas) Hockaday.
After completing her high school education, Julie dedicated her life to the beauty industry as...
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