Obituaries

Jun 13, 2023

Kylee Renee Tompkins, 31, of Anderson, passed away on June 13, 2023. Kylee was born on June 23, 1991 in Anderson, IN to Brandon Tompkins and Teresa (Dowden) Carr. Kylee worked for Carters Express Logistics as a dispatcher.

Kylee was a beautiful person inside and out. A combination that is hard to find. She was witty, smart, and respectful of...

Jun 13, 2023

Michael “Mike” Godleski, 91, of Anderson, IN, passed away on June 13, 2023, after a lengthy battle with heart disease. He was born to the late Bartley Godleski and Helen (Soloski) Godleski Haberek in Scranton, Pennsylvania. After graduating from the Johnson Trade School, Mike proudly joined the U.S. Navy on June 20, 1951, until June 13, 1955, serving his country...

Jun 12, 2023

Jun 11, 2023

Mary Ruth Ellison, aged 84, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 9, 1939, in Fortville, IN, to the late Grover Cox Sr. and Dorothy (Kingen) Cox.

Throughout her life, Mary held various roles, including being a dedicated homemaker, working at Woolworths, and serving as an owner and operator...

Jun 11, 2023

Dan Ippolito, aged 66, died at home June 11 after a 22-month fight with glioblastoma (brain cancer). Daniele “Dan” Fausto Michele Ippolito was born April 18, 1957, in Alexandria, Egypt.  He grew up in Rome, Zambia, Libya, and Sudan, because his father was an executive for Alitalia Airlines.  He came to the United States in 1975 to attend college and...

Jun 10, 2023

Donald (Don) G. Alumbaugh, 83, of Anderson, passed away on June 10th following a brief illness.

Don was born on May 18, 1940, in Elwood, Indiana, to Fred and Beulah Alumbaugh. He had nine siblings, two of which are still living – Judy Higgins of Anderson and Susan Callicoat of Lutz, Florida.

Don worked very hard all his life as...

Jun 7, 2023

David Winfield Brogdon, 80, of Anderson, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at his residence following eight month battle with cancer.

He was born on September 16, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana to Joe L. Brogdon and Ethel M. (Helvie) Sprague.

He was a 1960 graduate of Anderson High School.

He retired from Delco Remy Division of General Motors in Anderson as a...

Jun 5, 2023

Martha Lynn Moore, 75, was born on July 22, 1947 to Frank and Ella Mae Elliott in Kettle Island, Bell County, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Dorothy and her eldest son Michael Ray Moore, Jr.

She is survived by her sister Margaret; brothers James and David; also her two remaining sons Charles Moore, wife Kim...

Jun 4, 2023

Diane Kaye Daoust, 75, entered into Heaven on June 4, 2023.  She was surrounded by loved ones at her home after an extended illness.  She was born June 16, 1947 in Anderson, Indiana.

Diane was a mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, wife, friend and so much more.  She was an amazing hostess, a lover of history and a natural teacher with...

Jun 4, 2023

Max E. Kennedy, 94, of Greenfield and former longtime Wilkinson resident died June 4, 2023 at Springhurst Health Campus in Greenfield.

He was born May 29, 1929 to the late Lawrence E. and Thelma (Jones) Kennedy.

Max was a dairy and grain farmer before owning Williams Manufacturing at Willow Branch then becoming sales manager at Applegate Steel Company in Saratoga...

Jun 4, 2023

Joseph David Skiles IV, 44, fondly known as JD, left his loving family on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He was born on March 8, 1979, in Anderson, Indiana to Joseph David Skiles III and Catherine Skiles.

He was a graduate of Lapel High School. He was employed at Skiles Construction as a steel erector for most of his career. In his...

Jun 3, 2023

Harold “Bud” Eugene Cain, 78, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born May 1, 1945, in Anderson to the late, Harold L. & Lelia V. (Scott) Cain. Bud was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the Middletown American Legion Post #216. He retired from Delco-Remy having been...

Jun 2, 2023

Darrell K. “Beetle” Bailey went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 2, 2023.

Darrell was born on May 30, 1937, in Anderson, the son of John & Pearl Bailey.  He spent most of his life in Anderson except for four years in Phoenix, Arizona.

Darrell graduated from Anderson High School in 1955.  He married his sweetheart & best...

May 28, 2023

Linda B. Bookout, 80, of Anderson, passed away at her home on May 28, 2023. Linda was born on April 16, 1943 in Elwood to the late Halton and Nora (Trout) Walman. She married her loving husband, Terry Bookout, and they were married for 45 years. Linda held numerous jobs, including Guide Corp.

Linda will be dearly missed by her...

May 25, 2023

Thomas Warren Shuck, Jr., 70, passed away May 25, 2023.

He was born June 29, 1952, in Jeffersonville to the late, Thomas W. Shuck, Sr. & Retta Ann (Landerth) Soleman.

Thomas was a master carpenter by trade who loved to build and tinker. When not working he loved to fish and brag about his biggest catches. He loved being outdoors...

May 24, 2023

Jerry Lee Holloway, 80, passed away May 24, 2023.

He was born May 7, 1943, in Indianapolis, to the late, Milton & Marjorie (Copeland) Holloway. Jerry owned and operated H&H Appliance Center for over 40 years, along with H&H Rentals. He was known for his work ethic but when not working he enjoyed water sports at Lake Cumberland. He also...

May 24, 2023

William “Jack” Sanders, 82, passed away May 24, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born December 30, 1940, in Anderson to the late, William “Roy” & Lena “Aravilla” (Pollitt) Sanders.

Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served during Vietnam. He retired from General Motors after 44 years. He loved genealogy, woodworking, oil...

May 22, 2023

Juan Raul Ruiz Sanchez, 27, of Ocosingo, Chiapas, Mexico, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023, in Anderson due to injuries received in an accident.

He was born on September 10, 1995, in Ejido, Ignacio, Ocosingo, Chiapas, Mexico to Juan Ruiz and Dolores Sanchez Gomez.

He was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Juan is survived by his wife, Rosa Vasquez Hernandez;...

May 21, 2023

H. Daniel “Dan, Danny” Owens, 88, of Fortville, passed away on May 21, 2023 at his home after an extended illness. Dan was born on October 22, 1934 in Pendleton, IN to the late Kenneth B. and Edna P. (Walker) Owens. He graduated from Pendleton High School in 1954 and shortly after, joined the United States Army and faithfully served...

May 19, 2023

Mark A. Thompson, 66, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2023, at Northview Health & Living, with his Aunt, Kay Thompson, by his side.

He was born April 7, 1957, in Union City to the late Robert & Larie (Moore) Thompson.

Mark grew up in Union City, but moved to Pendleton for his Senior year in high school....