Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Gregory Clayton Griffard
Feb 25, 2023
Gregory Clayton Griffard, 52, of Noblesville, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023.
He was born May 21, 1970, in Indianapolis to Gordon & Carol Griffard. After graduating from Ball State University, he went on to become an agent with Erie Insurance and past owner of Hill Creek Mortgage Company. Greg loved the outdoors whether it was hunting with his sons,...
Roy Argabright
Feb 23, 2023
Roy Argabright, 82, passed away on February 23, 2023 at his home after a long battle with multiple health issues. He was born to the late Boyd and Augusta (Dowden) Argabright on September 23, 1940. He graduated in 1960 from Fortville High School. He retired from Guide Lamp in 1995.
He loved spending time with his family, boating, fishing, flying,...
Verda Mercille Leisure
Feb 23, 2023
Verda Mercille Leisure, 91, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023.
She was born June 1, 1931, in Anderson. Verda worked for Canteen at Delco-Remy, along with food service in the Madison County School District. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Anderson and a member of the Life Club. She was a past member of the Eagles &...
Lee Ann Simmons
Feb 22, 2023
Lee Ann Simmons, 49, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023.
She was born August 27, 1973, in Florida to the late, Virgle Lee & Marilyn Ann (Eustler) Simmons. Lee Ann had been a devout member of First Pentecostal Church of Anderson, until she could no longer attend. She was very talented and loved making crafts of all kinds.
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Tawni Tullis
Feb 21, 2023
Tawni Kathleen Tullis, 35, passed away February 21, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born June 15, 1987, in Anderson. Tawni worked for Lee’s Chicken for several years. When not working she loved spending time with her family.
Tawni is survived by her sons, Dayton & Caleb Tullis; grandchildren, London & Carson; mother, Dolly (Woolums) Tullis;...
Brian S. Deel
Feb 21, 2023
Brian S. (Kong) Deel, age 65, died peacefully Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at his home in Pendleton, Indiana with his loving wife by his side.
He was born February 8, 1958 in Mt. Gilead, Ohio to the late Kenneth L. and L. Ruth (Pemberton) Deel.
He worked at HPM for many years. To most people around Morrow County he was...
Darryl W. Gustin
Feb 20, 2023
Darryl W. Gustin, 75, of Pendleton, passed away on February 20, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Anderson, the son of Gerald (Bud) and M. Joan Gustin. He spent all of his youth in the Markleville area. As a youngster, he was given the nickname “Luke”. He was a skilled athlete and received 10 varsity letters...
William E. “Bill” Turner
Feb 18, 2023
William “Bill” Edward Turner, 93, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born to the late William H. Turner and Hester Brandenburg on March 20, 1929. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1947. Bill worked as a licensed Plumber for 25 years before working and retiring from Delco Remy in...
Ronald Tesch
Feb 18, 2023
Ronald Tesch, 74, of Elwood, Indiana (formerly of Tekonsha, Michigan), passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at his residence following an extended and courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on September 20, 1948, in Albion, Michigan, to William and Martha (Heiney) Tesch.
He attended Litchfield Schools.
He retired as owner/operator of Tesch Grain Transport in 2010.
He loved mini-rod tractor pulling, antique...
Jewel Elaine Stapleton
Feb 16, 2023
Jewel Elaine Stapleton, 60, of Noblesville, passed away on February 16, 2023, at Indiana University North Hospital in Carmel following a brief illness.
She was born on October 13, 1962, in Anderson, Indiana to David Hughes and Karen (Deaton) Lenze.
Jewel graduated from Lapel High School.
She was a homemaker and had worked as a loan supervisor with USA Group.
She liked to kayak....
Mr. Barnis B King
Feb 15, 2023
Barnis B. King, 79, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born January 2, 1944, in Crossville, Tennessee to the late, Kit C. & Ruthie (Bilbrey) King.
Barnis was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Masonic Lodge #681. He had worked for Container Corp/Smurfit Stone for 36 years before retiring from...
Leora Jane Richardson
Feb 10, 2023
Leora Jane Richardson, 96, of Pendleton, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023, at Rawlins House in Pendleton following a brief illness.
She was born on September 5, 1926, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Wilson and Emma (McKinney) Edwards.
She was a graduate of Lapel High School Class of 1944 and was one of the last of her graduating class. She attended...
Patricia L. “Patti” Latz
Feb 9, 2023
Patricia “Patti” L. Latz, 81, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born February 15, 1941, in Beech Grove to the late, Carl R. & Gladys (Howe) Green. Patti had been a waitress and bartender at a several locations in Chesterfield & Anderson. She was a member of the Women’s Auxiliary for the VFW...
William “Bill” Speidel
Feb 9, 2023
William “Bill” Speidel, 68, of Marion, IN passed away on February 9, 2023. Bill was born on August 7, 1954 in Anderson, IN to the late Harrold and Ernestine (Moore) Speidel. Bill faithfully served our country in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. Bill enjoyed cooking, collecting coins, and watching sports, especially Nascar. He had a fascination with...

Dana Faulstich
Feb 8, 2023
Dana Faulstich, 66, passed away February 8, 2023, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
He was born on January 4, 1957, in Elwood, Indiana, to the late Lawrence and Virginia (Blair) Faulstich. In his life, he really enjoyed playing pool, golfing, fishing, hunting, and playing cards.
He is survived by his two daughters, Sandra Faulstich and Brē (Faulstich) Study; brothers,...
James William Fuller
Feb 7, 2023
James “Jim” Fuller, 66, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 in Pendleton, Indiana. Jim was born March 21, 1956 to William & Patricia Fuller. He is survived by his devoted wife of twenty-six years, Aimee Fuller; mother, Patricia Fuller; children, Lauren Fuller Hunt, Gabrielle Fuller Andress, Jimi Fuller, & Skye Fuller; five grandsons; and three siblings.
First and foremost,...
Bessie "Betty" Jean Dunson
Feb 7, 2023
Bessie "Betty" Jean Dunson, 94, of Anderson, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2023, at her residence following an extended illness.
She was born on September 21, 1928, in East Saint Louis, Illinois to Roger and Bessie (Reeder) Brooks.
She was a graduate of Anderson High School. She retired from Delco Remy Division of General Motors after 30 years of employment.
She was...
Thelma L. Sutton
Feb 6, 2023
Thelma Louise Sutton, 96, of Anderson, passed away on February 6, 2023, at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. She was born on May 11, 1926, in Anderson to the late John and Thelma (Moore) Noble.
She was married to the love of her life William (Bill) D. Sutton for 70 years, where she will now be with him once again. In...
Steven Gregory Tyler
Feb 6, 2023
Steven Gregory Tyler, 31, passed away February 6, 2023.
He was born January 6, 1992, in Anderson. Steven worked for Baumgartner Asphalt as a dump truck driver. He enjoyed hiking, walking trails, but most of all spending time with his nieces.
Steven is survived by his mother, Debra Wilkey; father, Gregory Tyler; sister, Stacia Wilkey; grandmother, Pam Land; uncles, David...
Catherine F. Keesling
Feb 6, 2023
Catherine F. Keesling, 97, of New Palestine, formerly of Knightstown, passed away February 6, 2023 at her residence. She was born November 14, 1925, in Brookville, Indiana the daughter of the late Clyde and Barbara (Pflum) Mahle. She attended St. Michaels Catholic School and graduated from Brookville High School in 1944, and was employed at Western Electric in Indianapolis before...