Obituaries

Apr 29, 2023

NEW CASTLE- Ronald Parnell “Parnelli” Stone, 58, of New Castle, Indiana died April 29, 2023 at Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis after an extended illness.

He was born August 5, 1964 in New Castle, Indiana and was a longtime resident.

Parnelli was an artist, dancer and clothes designer. He was the “biggest” Cher fan and Olivia Newton John fan as well....

Apr 28, 2023

Ruby H. Allen of Anderson, Indiana passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023.  She was born on September 10, 1924 to the late John K. and Ethel (Corsen) Harris in Danville, IL.

Ruby was a graduate from Bismark High School in Danville, IL in 1943.  In her life she worked for Delco Remy for 32 years.  In 1945, she married...

Apr 23, 2023

Rosemary Wakefield, 90, of Anderson, passed away on April 23, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her family. Rosemary was born on August 30, 1932 in Terre Haute, IN to the late Jesse and Bertha (Moore) Taylor. She attended and graduated from Bridgeton High School. Soon after graduating, she married the love of her life, Charles Wakefield, on July 16,...

Apr 22, 2023

Robert (Bob) D. Flora

Robert David Flora of Anderson, Indiana passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2023. He was born February 23, 1943 to Elmer and Edith (nee Neese) Flora in Anderson.

Bob was a member of UAW-662 and was employed by General Motors at Guide Lamp and Delco Remy for 37 years.

He enjoyed billiards, basketball, softball, coaching...

Apr 21, 2023

Kathleen (Lavelle) Degitz was one of those people who put her talents and kindness to great use, making a positive impact on the world around her. She was a musician, artist, educator, decorator, entertainer, and preparer of meals not just for her family, but also for priests and sick friends. She succumbed to a brief illness at home on April...

Apr 20, 2023

Casey Lee Brandenburg, 59, of Anderson, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023.

He was born July 6, 1963, in Anderson to the late Farrell Brandenburg & Carol (Blades) Burnell.

Casey enjoyed spending time with friends, keeping in touch with those from his years at Lapel School as best he could.  Family was important to him as he would reach out...

Apr 19, 2023

Gregory Renner, 70, of Estill Springs, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at his residence.

He was born on May 5, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana to Myrneth Rex and Nedlene (Johnson) Renner.

He graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University.

He retired as an engineer from Arnolds Air Force Research Center.

He...

Apr 18, 2023

Shirley Ligman, 71, of Lapel, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at her residence following an extended illness.

She was born on February 17, 1952, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia to Herbert and Ruth (Wells) Hobbs.

She graduated from Lapel High School in 1970.

She retired in 2007 from Key Bank in the commercial lending department.

She was a member of Refuge Christian...

Apr 17, 2023

Harold J. "Joe" Jones Jr., 65, of Anderson, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023, at Ascension St. Vincent in Anderson following a brief illness.

He was born on July 29, 1957, in Florida to Harold Sr. and Barbara (Ely) Jones.

He served his country in the National Guard.

He had worked in customer service for Roche Diagnostics.

He was a member of Prairie...

Apr 16, 2023

Joe Richard Bonisa, Jr., 76, of Anderson, passed away on April 16, 2023 in Indianapolis. Joe was born on February 12, 1947 in Anderson to the late Joe and Patricia (Baker) Bonisa. He played basketball and baseball for Mt. Vernon High School and graduated in 1965. After graduation, Joe began working for General Motors until he was drafted in the...

Apr 12, 2023

Grady L. Harrison, 90, passed away on April 12, 2023 in Goodyear, Arizona, surrounded by her family. Grady was born on April 9, 1933 in Clark Range, Tennessee to the late Wolford and Nancy (King) Allred. She graduated from Clark Range High School in 1953. After moving to Anderson, she began working at General Motors and retired after 35 years,...

Apr 10, 2023

Todd Robert Bryant, 58, of Noblesville, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Fishers following a sudden illness.

He was born on August 22, 1964, in Sanford, Maine to Robert and Joan (Landry) Bryant.

Todd graduated from Wells High School. He served his country in the US Army, retiring in 2006.

He later retired from INDOT and the...

Apr 7, 2023

Apr 6, 2023

ANDERSON – James “Jim” Rex Boone, 72, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side as he was called home to his Heavenly Father on the morning of Thursday April 6th, 2023.

Jim was born on November 19, 1950 in Anderson, Indiana to Eddie and Edith Boone. Jim Graduated from Anderson High School in 1969. He enjoyed spending his...

Apr 5, 2023

Michael Raymond Wulle, 80, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

He was born December 13, 1942, in Anderson to the late, Lawrence & Rita Marie (Broderick) Wulle.

Mike had been a Golf Pro for over 16 years at the Greenville Country Club in Ohio. He also worked as a dispatcher and safety director for Stoops and Air Road Express. He...

Apr 4, 2023

Willie H. Ferrell, 91, of Anderson, passed away on April 4, 2023. Willie was born on May 7, 1931 in Allons, Tennessee to the late Bedford and Arngie (Brown) Ferrell. He married the love of his life, Daffo Greenwood, and the two were married for 67 years until her passing in 2021. Willie faithfully served our country in the United...

Apr 1, 2023

Earl Leo Hullinger, 82, of Anderson passed away on April 1, 2023, at his home, surrounded by family. Earl was born on August 5, 1940, in Anderson to the late John “Bill” and Edna (Lawson) Hullinger. Earl enlisted in the United States Navy, and faithfully served his country until his honorable discharge in 1963. After the military, he began working...

Apr 1, 2023

Marianna O. Schulte, 86, of Anderson passed away on April 1, 2023, surrounded by family. Marianna was born on April 2, 1936, in Pendleton to the late Howard and Mary (Pettigrew) Owens. She attended Pendleton High School, and then went on to cosmetology school in Anderson. She worked for General Motors/Delco-Remy for a number of years. She was also a...

Mar 28, 2023

Richard Albert Hall, 76, of Carmel, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville following an extended illness.

He was born on January 10, 1947, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Albert E. Hall and Ilene V. (Thompson) Hall.

Dick owned and operated his own painting company for many years. He enjoyed golfing, boating, and traveling. Dick was an avid colts...

Mar 26, 2023

Donald Wayne Harvey, 69, of Anderson, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Sugar Fork Crossing in Anderson.

He was born on May 12, 1953, in Anderson to Edgar "Wayne" Harvey and Jean (Mills) Harvey.

Donald Wayne enjoyed helping his father and uncles on their family farm. Everyone loved Donald Wayne and his giggle which made everyone smile. He also loved...