Obituaries

Mar 4, 2022

Virgil G. Smith, 80, of Anderson, Indiana, left this earth on March 4, 2022, after suffering multiple injuries from an automobile accident close to his home. Our hearts and our souls are heavy with his absence. He was born to Arthur and Anna Mae Smith. Virgil was one of twelve siblings that included: Arthur Jr., Robert, Paul, Geneva Lamprey, Jeannette...

Mar 3, 2022

Colby L. Kitchens, 79, Noblesville, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022, at his residence following an extended illness.He was born June 7, 1942, in Noblesville, Indiana to Robert Kitchens Sr. and Maxine (Roach) Kitchens.Colby attended Carmel Schools. He retired in 2006 from Goeke Dodge Dealership in Noblesville after several years.Colby enjoyed playing bingo, fishing, going on vacation with Marcia, and...

Mar 2, 2022

Mar 1, 2022

Precious "Eileen" McClellan, 105, of Westfield, formerly of Lapel, was safely welcomed into the arms of Jesus her Savior, March 1, 2022, at Sanders Glen Assisted Living in Westfield.She was born on January 20, 1917, in Lynn, Indiana to Orla Dixon Green and Laura Belle (Jackson) Green. Eileen graduated from Lynn High School class of 1935.Eileen was a homemaker for...

Feb 27, 2022

Peggy Jean Hess, 84, passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022.

She was born May 2, 1937, in Wise, Virginia to the late Eugene & Irene (Sexton) Gilliam.

Peggy retired from General Motors.

She is survived by her children, Tammi (husband, Gregg) Moore, Steve (wife, Amy) Hess, & Melanie (husband, Dennis) Vanness; grandchildren, Corey Moore, Brandon (wife, Jordan) Moore, Joshua McFarland,...

Feb 27, 2022

Bonnie Jean (Redmond) Barmes, 77, embraced with her Savior on February 27, 2022 in her home surrounded by family after a long and courageous fight with metastatic breast cancer.She was born to John and Avis (Ralstin) Redmond on October 12, 1944 in Indianapolis, Indiana. After graduating from Markleville High School, Bonnie obtained her Bachelors Degree from Ball State University.Bonnie loved...

Feb 26, 2022

Richard Glover Lewman of Greenfield passed away peacefully on February 26, 2022, at his family farm in Jackson Township which has been owned and operated by his family for 117 years.

He was born February 6, 1930, in Shirley, Indiana the son of the late Virgil Denver and Sarah Esther (Glover) Lewman.

Richard was a 1948 graduate of the Charlottesville...

Feb 25, 2022

Doris L. Rogers, 97, of Noblesville, went home to heaven on Friday, February 25, 2022, at Five Star Residences in Noblesville, Indiana. Doris was born on January 11, 1925, in Paragould, Arkansas to Clarence and Maude Burton. In 1943, she graduated valedictorian from Oak Grove High School in Paragould, Arkansas. On August 21, 1943, she married the love of her...

Feb 23, 2022

Donna Mae McCutcheon, 72, of Anderson, IN passed away on February 23, 2022 after an extended illness. Donna was born on September 20, 1949 in Anderson to Richard and Ellen (Hembree) Mort. Donna received her associate degree from the Business College. She then went on to work for International Paper, Emge Packing, and finally, the Indiana Reformatory, where she would...

Feb 22, 2022

PENDLETON- Jeffrey “Jeff” A. Huffman, 62, passed away at his home on February 22, 2022.He was born March 9, 1959 in Anderson, Indiana and was a lifelong Pendleton resident. Jeff was a 1977 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. He was a member of Lewisville Masonic Lodge No. 72 F.&A.M. and Red Men Lodge No. 2. Jeff enjoyed woodworking, gardening,...

Feb 22, 2022

Raymond Michael Reydell, Jr., 81, of Anderson, passed away on February 22, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. He was born on January 31, 1941 in Anderson to the late Raymond and Lucille (Bennett) Reydell Sr.

Michael graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1958. He retired as a salesman. He was a member of the Knights of...

Feb 22, 2022

Jed Essex III, 72, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022.

He was born November 14, 1949, in Anderson to the late, Jed & Marveda (Keesling) Essex Jr.

Jed was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served in Vietnam in the 1st Marine Division, 9th Engineer Battalion. He retired from General Motors. He was a lifetime member of the...

Feb 21, 2022

Feb 18, 2022

Carolyn Sue Bailey

October 5th, 1934 – February 18th, 2022

In the early hours of Friday morning February 18th, all of heaven stopped and rejoiced as Carolyn “Susie” Bailey made her way home. Susie was born October 5th, 1934, in Anderson, Indiana, to Roscoe and Pauline Boyer. She was a lifelong resident of Anderson.

She was a kind, quiet, and...

Feb 17, 2022

Shawn Michael Parks, 48, of Anderson, IN passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2022 at Community Hospital. Shawn was born on June 16, 1973 in Anderson to Lacinda Swinford. He was a laborer for many years. Shawn loved being outdoors and playing sports. Some of his favorite things were riding dirt bikes and bicycling. Shawn’s mom wanted everyone to know...

Feb 16, 2022

Allen Zehrung passed away at 6:30 am, Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Ascension- St Vincent Hospital after a brief illness.Allen is survived by his son, Brad (Vicki) Zehrung; his daughter, Marla Sims. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Quentin Sims, Jacob Sims, Jake Zehrung, Matthew Zehrung, Kinley Rae, and David Seaborn; his great-grandchild, Elijah Vance; and two sisters, Toni...

Feb 14, 2022

Alan L. Finch, 75, Indianapolis, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis following an extended illness.He was born August 7, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Albert Finch and Phyllis (Taylor) Finch.Al graduated from Indianapolis Arsenal Tech High School in 1964.He founded Crazy Als Pizza and Music Venue in Broad Ripple. There, Al hosted many top bands...

Feb 14, 2022

Vera Pauline Wilsen, 92, of Lapel, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022, at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville following a brief illness. She was born on March 3, 1929, in Plattsmouth, Nebraska to Earl Clifford Bailey and Mae Ola (Taylor) Bailey. Vera attended school in Nebraska. She retired as a custodian after several years. Vera enjoyed spending time with her family...

Feb 9, 2022

Edward “Cheeseburger” Lyall Gauldin, 30, passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

He was born October 20, 1991, in Muncie.

Eddy was a BMX bike enthusiast, constantly tinkering and building them. He had the biggest heart and was known to be generous to any and everyone.

Eddy is survived by his son, Jaxxon Gauldin; mother, Sheila Potter; father, Ronald G. Gauldin;...

Feb 9, 2022

Long time Shirley resident, Phyllis June Ray, 92, passed away on February 9, 2022.  She was the daughter of the late William Hector and Jessie (Bates) Sheets.

June is survived by her children, Jerry (Char) Michaels of California, Jan Pitts of Indianapolis; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Everett Pitts; second...