Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Robert "Bob" W. Collins
May 16, 2025
Robert Wesley "Bob" Collins, 84, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on May 16, 2025, at Alexandria Care Center. Born on June 21, 1940, in Gary, Indiana, Bob was the son of Harry and Marion Collins.
Bob graduated from Crown Point High School in 1958, and after that, he dedicated a part of his life to serving his country as a First...
James H. Steele
May 15, 2025
James H. Steele, 83, of Ft. Myers Beach Florida, passed away from a sudden illness on May 15, 2025. He was born on January 6th, 1942, to James H. Steele Sr. and Margaret Steele in Anderson, Indiana.
Jim graduated in 1960 from Anderson High School where he acquired the nickname "Stainless," an apt description of his integrity, intelligence, and athleticism. Jim...
John Franklin Morris
May 14, 2025
John Franklin Morris, 58, of Pendleton, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at his home in Pendleton, surrounded by his loving family, following a brief illness.
He was born on December 5, 1966, in Simi Valley, California to Phillip E. and Randy M. (Rackin) Morris. He was a graduate of Lighthouse Bible Institute in Lemon Grove, California. He was a...
Charles Russell Rider
May 13, 2025
Charles Russell Rider, 94, of Anderson, Indiana died May 13, 2025.
He was born May 22, 1930, in Knightstown, Indiana to the late Earl and Ida Mae (Durham) Rider and was a longtime Anderson resident. Charles was an Army veteran of the Korean War.
Charles retired from Delco Remy, Anderson as a utilityman in 1993 following 40 years’ service.
He was a member...
Mickey Gene Mills
May 12, 2025
Mickey Gene Mills, 68, of Lapel, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 29, 1956, in Noblesville, Indiana to Joe Richard and Idabelle (Renbarger) Mills. He was a 1975 graduate of Lapel High School. He went on to earn his bachelor's degree in elementary education in 1988 from...
Jack Lewis McCormack
May 12, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Lewis McCormack, 91, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025 at Prairie Lakes Health Campus. Jack was born on September 10, 1933 in Anderson to the late Wallace and Pearl (Leakey) McCormack. Jack worked for State Farm Insurance as a claim's adjuster for a number of years before his retirement. Jack enjoyed working with his hands...
Bessie M. Hackleman
May 11, 2025
Bessie M. Hackleman, 70, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at her home following an extended illness.
She was born on August 6, 1954, in Noblesville, Indiana to George and Barbara (Kemp) Bell. She had worked for Deflecto in Castleton as hose operator.
She loved to drive her golf cart through Lapel and visit with everyone. She also loved...
Grace Irene Markle
May 10, 2025
Grace Irene Markle, 92, of Riverview, FL, formerly of Anderson, IN, passed away on May 10, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1933 in Anderson to the late Paul Henry Stohler and Audrey (Ridgeway) Stohler-Gooding. Grace married the love of her life, Harold "H" Markle on August 28, 1953 and the two were married for 65 years before his...
Victoria Marie Renner
May 10, 2025
Victoria Marie Renner, 75, of Akron, Indiana, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victoria Marie Renner. She passed away peacefully in the loving care of her daughter's home on May 10, 2025.
Victoria had a rough start to life. But after meeting her husband, Roy Dale Renner in 1963, they soon married and created a wonderful...
George H. Sheller
May 10, 2025
George H. Sheller, 97, of Tipton, passed away on May 10, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. George was born on March 6, 1928, in Noblesville, Indiana to the late Paul and Arna (Hersberger) Sheller.
Shortly after graduating from Lapel High School in 1946, he married the love of his life, Wanda Carlin, and the two were married for...
Howard "Dan" Reasor
May 4, 2025
Howard "Dan" Reasor, 64, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at his home following a brief illness.
He was born on September 29, 1960, in Noblesville, Indiana to Adrian and Anita (Hall) Reasor. He was a 1978 graduate of Noblesville High School. He retired from Kings Systems in Noblesville as a shipping supervisor.
He loved sports and was an...
Charles Patrick Harless
May 2, 2025
Charles Patrick “Pat” Harless, 70, of Lecanto, Florida died May 2, 2025 at Citrus Memorial Hospital in Inverness, Florida.
He was born on July 30, 1954 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Everett Eugene and Billie Yvonne Harless, and lived in Florida for many years. Pat worked as a laborer in the sheet metal industry.
Survivors include his brother Michael Harless (Billie),...
Dale R. "Red" Cook, Jr.
May 2, 2025
It Is with deep sadness that we grieve the sudden passing of our loved one Dale R. “Red” Cook, Jr.
He was born on November 30,1963 in Modesto, California to Dale and Patty (Tolle) Cook. He was a 1982 Anderson High School graduate and a proud member of the U.S. Marine Corp for 12 years. He previously worked at ELSA Corp....
Alvis "AJ" Johnson
Apr 27, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Alvis "AJ" Marcellus Johnson, who left us on April 27, 2025, just three days after celebrating his 57th birthday. AJ was born on April 24, 1968, in St. Lucy, Florida, to Floyd and Gwendolyn Johnson.
AJ was known for his skills as a maintenance technician at Guerin Catholic High...
Loretta Lou Knotts Powless
Apr 23, 2025
Loretta Lou Knotts Powless entered eternity on April 23, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1943, in Wichita Falls, TX. She later moved to Indiana where she had 3 children, Cheryl Webb (Doug), Ross Webb (Tyra) and Scott Webb (Carol). She had one grandchild, Cody Webb (Analissa) and two great-grandchildren, Kinsley and Kohen Webb. She is survived by her...
Donna Mae White
Apr 23, 2025
Donna Mae White, 74, of Anderson, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at home following a sudden illness.
She was born on February 17, 1951, in Anderson, Indiana to Ralph and Louise Beeson. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed going out and working in her garden and crocheting. She also enjoyed going out to eat at the Golden Corral.
Donna is...
Richard Lee Voyles
Apr 22, 2025
Richard Lee Voyles, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away at the age of 71 on April 22, 2025, at Meadow Brook Senior Living. Born on December 26, 1953, in Bloomington, Indiana, he was the son of Cecil and Barbara (Smith) Voyles.
Richard was known for his remarkable talents as a car salesman, making his mark in Fishers with an impressive knack for...
Michael Glenn Allen
Apr 21, 2025
Michael Glenn Allen, 75, of Greenfield, died April 21, 2025 at his home.
He was born June 25, 1949 in Pennington Gap, Virginia. He was raised in the Fairland community in Shelby County and was a 1967 graduate of Triton Central High School. He was employed for over 40 years at Amtrak in Beech Grove, retiring as a foreman.
Survivors include wife,...
Brian Wesley Mains
Apr 21, 2025
Brian Wesley Mains, 53, of Anderson, passed away due to a sudden health issue, on April 21, 2025 at his residence. Brian was born on January 12, 1972 in Anderson to Richard Mains and Barbara (Gore) Mains. He married the love of his life, Angie (Biddle) Mains, on December 17, 1994. He worked as a computer programmer for 29 years....
Cathy Garza
Apr 21, 2025
Cathy Garza, 73, of Pendleton, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at her residence.
She was born on October 2, 1951, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Earl and Mary Jo (Shaffer) Smith.
Cathy graduated from Pendleton High School. She previously was a member of Prairie Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, playing with her dog, camping, and spending time with her family.
Cathy is...
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