Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Aaron Michael Boram
Apr 19, 2026
Aaron Michael Boram, 42, of Markleville, Indiana, left us too soon on April 19, 2026, at IU Health Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on October 26, 1983 to Mark E. Boram and Lesa (Webb) Clark in Anderson, where he grew up surrounded by family and friends who cherished his easygoing nature.
Aaron was known for his work in Transportation Logistics at Carter's...
Jeanne A. Brundage
Apr 19, 2026
Jeanne A. Brundage, 100, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Loveland, Ohio. Born on September 7, 1925, in Anderson, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Glenden and Nellie (Fox) Bruner. Jeanne was married to her beloved husband, Norman "Bud" Brundage, on June 21, 1946, in San Antonio, a bond that lasted until his passing.
Throughout her colorful life,...
Cathy M. Matney
Apr 18, 2026
Cathy M. Matney, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 18, 2026, at her home in Anderson, Indiana. Born on January 24, 1958, Cathy was a lifelong resident of the Anderson community, where she touched the lives of many.
Cathy graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1977 and spent her life as a homemaker, dedicated...
Patty Jo Elwood
Apr 14, 2026
Patty Jo Elwood was called to Heaven in the early hours of April 14, 2026, with her daughter by her side.
Patty Jo was the first born child of Marvin and Maxine (Micun) Hupp of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Patty lived the majority of her life in Indianapolis where she attended Scecina Memorial High School ('74) and worked the majority of her...
Vivian Yvonne Smith
Apr 12, 2026
Vivian Yvonne Smith, 91, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson after a recent illness. She was born on September 18, 1934, in Anderson, to the late Herbert Leroy Paschal and Helen Maude (Henderson) Paschal.
Vivian was a proud graduate of the Anderson High School Class of 1952. She was married to the late...
Dwight D. Hess
Apr 12, 2026
Dwight D. Hess passed away on April 12, 2026, at the age of 82.
He was born on March 27, 1944, in Hartford City, Indiana, to Keith W. Hess and Ruby A. (Osborne) Hess. He grew up in Dunkirk, Indiana, where he developed a strong work ethic that stayed with him throughout his life. He graduated from Dunkirk High School in...
Nicara Lee Newsom
Apr 11, 2026
Nicara Lee Newsom was born October 14, 1985, in Los Angeles, California. She died April 11, 2026. She sealed her commitment to Christ in baptism June 13, 2007.
Nicara attended Pendleton Heights High School. She worked as a caregiver and rehab assistant while in high school and later while at Ivy Tech. At Ivy Tech she was preparing for a health...
James "Jim" Rushton
Apr 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James "Jim" Everett Rushton, who left us on April 11, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on June 5, 1944, to Oakley Everett Rushton and Blanche (Biddle) Rushton, Jim lived a life full of adventure, love, and family, and we celebrate that he is now home, whole, and...
David Allen Barker
Apr 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of David Allen Barker on April 8, 2026. Born on February 7, 1979, in Anderson, Indiana, David was a cherished son of David L. and Debra K. (Leonard) Barker. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Amanda (Adams) Barker, who was not only his partner in life but also his...
Diane Tudor
Apr 7, 2026
Diane Tudor carried her big heart everywhere she went, sharing it freely with family, friends, and every stranger she met—until, over the course of her 85 years, she had given so much of it away that it had nothing left to give.
In the late evening of April 6th, after a long battle with health ailments, Diane fell asleep peacefully, and...
Rebecca Jeannine Beach
Apr 7, 2026
Rebecca Jeannine Beach, 93, of Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Fall Creek Retirement Village in Pendleton following a brief illness.
She was born on February 13, 1933, in Paragould, Arkansas to Cloyce Edwin and Cleo Clyde (Rogers) DeVoll. She was a graduate of Lapel High School. She retired from Quality Farm & Fleet in Noblesville.She was a...
Opal Lucile Reno
Apr 4, 2026
Opal Lucille Reno, 100, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus.
She was born on December 8, 1925, in Greenfield, Indiana, to Charlie and O'Dessie (Williams) McClammer.
Opal devoted her life to caring for her family as a homemaker, creating a loving and nurturing home. She was first united in marriage to Robert...
Norma Jean Marriott
Apr 3, 2026
Norma Jean Marriott, 84, of Pendleton, Indiana, peacefully left us on April 3, 2026. Born on October 31, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana, Norma was a true spirit who brought joy and warmth to everyone around her. She is survived by her loving husband, Stewart Marriott, who was by her side through thick and thin.
Norma was a proud graduate of Butler...
Jose Luis Amaya
Apr 3, 2026
Jose Amaya, 85, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 24, 1940, in San Alejo, La Unión, El Salvador, to Celestino Amaya and Felipa Núñez.
Jose was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Transito Parada Amaya, and together they built a beautiful life centered...
Carla Kemp-Davis
Mar 29, 2026
Carla M. Kemp-Davis, 64, of Anderson, left us on March 29, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 7, 1961, in St. Petersburg, Florida, Carla was a bright spirit filled with passion and joy. She was the beloved daughter of Larry Kemp and Alice (Wilson) Shortridge.
Carla shared her life with her husband, Jeffrey...
Bernard "Bernie" Staggenburg
Mar 29, 2026
Bernard (Bernie) Staggenburg, 90, of Dublin, OH formerly of Anderson, Indiana passed away with his daughters by his side on March 29, 2026.He was born on April 14, 1935, in Anderson, Indiana to Herman and Katheryn (Anderson) Staggenburg.
Bernie graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1953, where he met his future wife, Annette. He graduated from Purdue University in 1957...
Charles "Burl" Carmichael
Mar 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles "Burl" Carmichael, 80, of Greenfield, Indiana, who left this world on March 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 31, 1945, in Greenfield to the late Virgil Charles and Mary Elizabeth (Simmons) Carmichael, Burl was a cherished father, husband, grandfather, and friend whose life was...
David E. Sims
Mar 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of David Sims' passing on March 25, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on November 27, 1948, in Muncie, Indiana, Dave spent much of his life in Anderson, where he brought laughter and joy to everyone around him.
A proud graduate of Ball State University, Dave had a successful career...
Janene (Collier) Givens
Mar 24, 2026
Janene Givens, a cherished mother and mammaw, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 30, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana, to Robert E. and Wilma E. (Hoppes) Collier.
Janene married the love of her life, George William "Bill" Givens, on June 25, 1966. Together, they created a beautiful life filled with laughter and adventure...
Heidi Renate Hollingsworth
Mar 23, 2026
Heidi Renate Hollingsworth, 68, of Shirley, Indiana, passed away on March 23, 2026. Born on September 2, 1957, in Kleinostheim, Germany, she brought joy and warmth to everyone around her. Heidi was married to her loving husband, Donald Hollingsworth, and together they shared many cherished moments.
Heidi was a woman of simple pleasures. She loved swimming with her daughter, playing poker,...
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