Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Lorraine Cowger
Jun 8, 2025
Lorraine H. Cowger, 89, of Anderson, went to her eternal home on June 8, 2025. Her final days were touched by the love of friends and family, especially the long and caring devotion of her daughter, Julie, who will miss her dearly.
Lorraine was born on August 4, 1935 in Gibbon, Minnesota to the late Philip and Rose (Carlson) Peterson. Later,...
James Dean Birdsall
Jun 8, 2025
James Dean Birdsall, 61, of Anderson, passed away on June 8, 2025 at his home. He was born on June 30, 1963 in Denver, Colorado to the late James Lewis Birdsall and Judy Irene Ritchey-Graves. After graduating from high school and then receiving an associates degree, James became a diesel mechanic and worked in the automotive field for a number...
Sue Anne Humphrey
Jun 8, 2025
Sue Anne Humphrey, 85, of Anderson, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness.
She was born on July 22, 1939, in Anderson, Indiana to Luther Milton and Thetis Christie (Townsley) Ward.
Sue graduated from Anderson High School. She retired from Guide Lamp Division of General Motors. She also had worked...
Naomi Hancock
Jun 8, 2025
Naomi Hancock, 88, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 5, 1936, in Salem, Indiana. Naomi dedicated her life to creating a loving home for her husband, Frank Hancock Jr, and seven children.
Naomi's greatest joys came from spending time with her family and feeding everyone. Her homemade baked goods were legendary in...
Gloria Jean Carpenter
Jun 6, 2025
Gloria Jean "Jeanie" Carpenter, 76, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a hard fought illness. Born in Fort Knox, Kentucky, she was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, whose life was defined by kindness, dedication, and care for others.
She is survived by her loving sister, Patty Williams; daughters, Kristy Miller and Melissa...
Lee Cannon
Jun 4, 2025
Lee Cannon, 96, of Lawrence, Indiana, passed peacefully at her home on June 4, 2025, exactly how she wanted to: surrounded by her children and loved ones. Born Lee Chong Soon in Gimpo, South Korea in 1929, and having grown up during the Japanese occupation, her father was a “country doctor” who made house calls via bicycle, often accepting homegrown...
Therese Anne Pursley
Jun 4, 2025
Therese Anne Pursley, 94, of Anderson passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on October 3, 1930 in Anderson to the late Wojciech and Kazimiera (Jaglowska) Kuklenski. Therese married the love of her life, James Pursley, and the two were married for 64 years before his passing in 2019. She found...
Michael Wade Mousa
Jun 3, 2025
Michael Wade Mousa, 67, of Anderson, passed away on June 3, 2025 at Community Hospital. Michael was born on June 6, 1957 in Anderson, IN to the late Edward Mousa and Patricia Clark. Michael graduated from Pendleton High School in 1976. He worked for Precision Strip doing a number of different jobs.
Michael loved to play pool, fish, and collect Indian...
Jeremiah Elliott
May 31, 2025
Jeremiah Elliott, 35, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away on May 31, 2025, in Indianapolis. He was born on March 13, 1990, in Indianapolis to Stephen and Tracy (Gourley) Elliott. Jeremiah made a mark on everyone he met with his larger-than-life personality and love for his children and life.
A proud graduate of Pendleton Heights High School in 2008, Jeremiah went on...
John Thomas Veach, Jr.
May 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Thomas Veach, Jr., a beloved son, husband, father, and pappaw, who left us on May 31, 2025, in Anderson. Born on June 7, 1952, John cherished his deep roots in the community where he spent his life.
John was a dedicated husband to Tanna (Huffman) Veach, celebrating an incredible...
Phillip Wayne Hagan
May 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Phillip “Phil” Wayne Hagan, who left us on May 29, 2025, at the age of 75. Phil was born on July 4, 1949, to Joseph Sanford Hagan and Mary Lou McDonald (Davis).
Phil was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the United States Navy, and later dedicated...
Robert R. Burke
May 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert R. Burke, who left us on May 29, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on October 6, 1942, in Sullivan, Indiana, Robert was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be remembered for his warm spirit and love for life.
Robert was a proud Army veteran...
Jeremiah "Jerry" Armington
May 27, 2025
Jeremiah "Jerry" Armington, 82, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away May 27, 2025, at Northview Health and Living in Anderson, following an extended illness.
He was born on October 17, 1942, in Anderson to Dr. Charles Armington and Mary (Mahoney) Armington. Jerry graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1960 and attended the University of Dayton. He had career as a real...
James "Jim" A. Snodgrass
May 22, 2025
James “Jim” A. Snodgrass, 87, of Pendleton passed away May 22, 2025, at his home.
He was born on January 10, 1938, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Homer Glenn and Cleo Dell (Evans) Snodgrass and was a Pendleton resident most of his life.
Jim retired as a tool designer from GM Delco Remy, Anderson in 1992 following 31.9 years of service.
He...
Dentice "Willard" Hogue
May 19, 2025
Dentice "Willard" Hogue, 94, of Anderson passed away May 19, 2025. He was born on May 21, 1930 in Tennessee to James & Etta (Morrow) Hogue. Willard was a lineman from Delco Remy and a member of Main Street Church of God.
He served his country during the Korean war with the United States Navy.
Willard enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time...
Barbara White
May 17, 2025
Barbara White, 84, of Anderson went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025. Barbara was born on August 31, 1940 in Paynesville, West Virginia to the late Wilburn H. and Lady Bell (Rowe) Cantrell. She married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" White, and the two were married for 58 years before his passing in 2024. Barbara...
Mary L. Dickerson
May 17, 2025
Mary L. Dickerson, 96, of Anderson, born November 27, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, went to be with her Lord on May 17, 2025.
Retired from Delco Remy in 1987, Mary spent her retirement years independently volunteering. She was involved in Al Anon for about 40 years and served as Al Anon's District Representative during that time. She also served as President...
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...
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