Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Michael Nelson Brandon

Michael Nelson Brandon

Dec 8, 2021

Michael Nelson Brandon, 76, of Anderson, passed away on December 8, 2021 at Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson. He was born on November 10, 1945 in Anderson to the late Nelson and Dorothy (Ricker) Brandon. Michael retired as a School Administrator, teacher and Coach at various schools around central Indiana during his career. He was an active member of...

Harlan “Hg” Oliver

Harlan “Hg” Oliver

Dec 6, 2021

Harlan “HG” Oliver, 65, of Indianapolis passed away after an extended illness on December 6, 2021. He was born on February 5, 1956 in Scottsburg, IN to Luther and Beatrice (Morris) Oliver. HG worked for Republic Trash Service for over 20 years as a truck driver and delivery driver. Harlan was a huge Ohio State, Dallas Cowboys, Boston Celtics, and...

Mrs. Chloe Clase

Mrs. Chloe Clase

Dec 6, 2021

Chloe Ellen Clase, nee Miller (formerly Daniel) was welcomed by her Lord & Savior on Monday, December 6, 2021. She passed away peacefully at home under hospice care after a short battle with cancer. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, who was loved by many. Chloe graduated from Anderson High School in 1971. Prior to that she attended...

Shirley Lee Brockman

Shirley Lee Brockman

Dec 6, 2021

Shirley Lee (Petty) Brockman, 78, of Alexandria, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021, at her residence following an extended illness.She was born June 27, 1943, in Holland, Kentucky to William Bryan Petty and Allie Lee (Minix) Petty.Shirley graduated from Anderson Community Schools.She retired in 2008 from Madison County, finishing her career at the Madison County Correctional Facility as a jail...

Mrs. Danielle Lennen-Parker

Mrs. Danielle Lennen-Parker

Dec 5, 2021

Danielle Michelle Lennen, 46, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021. She was born December 14, 1974, in Anderson. Danielle loved spending time with her family and dogs. She is survived by her husband, Brad Parker; daughter, Alexis (fiancé, John) Walters; stepdaughter, Sydney (fiancé Dalton) Parker; parents, Kathy & Jeff Muir; brother, Tyler Muir; grandchild, Bradley and one on the way;...

Jimmie R. 'Jj' Heck

Jimmie R. 'Jj' Heck

Dec 5, 2021

Jimmie R. "JJ" Heck, 65, of Anderson, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis following a brief illness which was not associated with the COVID-19 virus.He was born on September 7, 1956, in Anderson, Indiana to Jimmy Heck and Rose (Crooks) Heck.JJ was a 1975 graduate of Lapel High School...

Charles Vance Craft

Charles Vance Craft

Dec 4, 2021

Charles V. “Charlie” Craft passed away at his home at the age of 86 on Saturday, December 4th, 2021 after an extended illness. He was born October 30, 1935 to Frank H. and Harriet L. Craft in New Lisbon, IN, and was a 1954 graduate of New Castle High School. After retiring from farming in 1986 and 37 years of...

Barbara Jean Stevenson

Barbara Jean Stevenson

Dec 3, 2021

Barbara Jean Stevenson, 86, Noblesville, passed away Friday, December 3, 2021, at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in Lakewood Ranch, Florida following an extended illness.She was born November 17, 1935, in Noblesville, Indiana to George A. Layton and Esta (Huffman) Reagan.Barbara graduated from Lapel High School in 1953.She was a homemaker most of her life. She worked for Brockway Glass for...

Wayne “Al” Crandall

Wayne “Al” Crandall

Nov 30, 2021

Wayne “Al” Alan Crandall, passed away peacefully in his home on November 30, 2021, after an 8-month battle with cancer. Al was a lifelong resident of Madison County. He attended Anderson High School and graduated in 1963, then immediately started a tool and die apprenticeship. He spent the next 36+ years building die cast and plastic molds for the Guide...

Mr. James “Bob” Griffith

Mr. James “Bob” Griffith

Nov 30, 2021

James Robert “Bob” Griffith, 97, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021. He was born September 12, 1924, in Middleton to the late Ernest & Edith (Brown) Griffith. He was owner and operator of Griffith Motors for many years. Bob was a veteran of the US Army having served in WWII and received a Bronze Star. He was former president of...

Sandra Kay Waltermire

Sandra Kay Waltermire

Nov 30, 2021

Sandra Kay (Breece) Waltermire, 80, of Anderson, passed away on November 30, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. She was born on May 6, 1941 in Anderson to the late Fred and Ruby (Dayton) Breece. Sandra was a homemaker and loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Gene Waltermire of Anderson; sons,...

Thomas 'Wayne' Metzger

Thomas 'Wayne' Metzger

Nov 30, 2021

Thomas "Wayne" Metzger, 71, of Pendleton, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Community Hospital of Anderson following a brief illness.He was born November 20, 1950, in Noblesville, Indiana to Lester Metzger and Hester (Sides) Metzger .Wayne graduated from Lapel High School.He worked as a courier for several different companies.Wayne was a faithful member of St. George Orthodox Church in...

Mr. James P. Weaver

Mr. James P. Weaver

Nov 27, 2021

James P. Weaver, Sr., 60, of Anderson, IN passed away after an extended illness on November 27, 2021. James was born on June 2, 1961 to Morris and Barbara Ruth (Dollar) Weaver. He worked as a Taxi Driver and Dispatcher for a number of years in Anderson. His children described him as strong and one of the toughest people they...

Paula Gene Brown

Paula Gene Brown

Nov 27, 2021

Paula Gene (Corey) Brown, 88, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away peacefully, Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Hamilton Trace Care Facility in Fishers, Indiana. She was born March 22, 1933 in Guys Mills, PA to Paul and Ancinohie (Smith) Corey, and married Homer Brown in 1953. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Ann Hartman; sons, Larry (Rita) Brown, and Gary...

Betty Jean Vandiver

Betty Jean Vandiver

Nov 25, 2021

Betty Jean Vandiver, passed away peacefully, on November 25, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Viola Hiday. She had three children, whom she loved very much, Robert (wife, Melinda) Hiday, Robin Hiday, and Michael Hiday. She had four grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Betty loved life. She enjoyed bingo, Betty Boop, and just life itself. She...

Sheila Marie Perdue

Sheila Marie Perdue

Nov 24, 2021

Sheila Marie Perdue, 61, of Anderson, passed away on November 24, 2021 at Summerfield Health Care in Cloverdale, Indiana. She was born on July 24, 1960 in Anderson to the late Samuel and Rose (Grider) Partlow. Sheila had worked as a server for the Anderson Elks Lodge. She is survived by her siblings, David Partlow of Spencer, Pat Bledsoe of...

Shawn Edward Rector

Shawn Edward Rector

Nov 24, 2021

Shawn Edward Rector, 57, of Pendleton, passed away on November 24, 2021 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on February 9, 1964 in Anderson to Connie Rector and Joe “Kent” Rector.Shawn was self-employed in the construction industry. He loved being outdoors, hunting and working with his hands.Shawn is survived by his parents, Connie Rector of Pendleton...

Marilynn Meyer

Marilynn Meyer

Nov 23, 2021

Marilynn Lorena Meyer, 80, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021. She was born September 4, 1941, in Pike County to the late Arthur C. & Christine (Mann) Fuhrman. She graduated from Otwell High School, Otwell, IN, Class of 1959. She graduated from Patricia Stevens Finishing School in Chicago. She married the love of her life, Richard “Dick” Meyer on June...

Terrance E Neptune

Terrance E Neptune

Nov 22, 2021

Obituary Terrance E. Neptune, 57, Anderson, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following an extended illness.He was born March 25, 1964, in Annapolis, Maryland to Terrance H. Neptune and Mary I. (Phipps) Neptune.Terrance graduated from Noblesville High School.He was a disabled United States Army Veteran where he proudly served his country.He is survived...

Mr. Richard P. Mckenney

Mr. Richard P. Mckenney

Nov 21, 2021

Richard P. McKenney, 87, of Pendleton, IN passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 after an extended illness. Richard was born on August 13, 1934 in Fairland, IN to Arthur and Hazel McKenney.He worked as a Supervisor for General Motors for a number of years. Richard loved woodworking and created many beautiful pieces during his lifetime. He enjoyed farming and...