Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Jeremiah "Jerry" Armington

Jeremiah "Jerry" Armington

May 27, 2025

Jeremiah "Jerry" Armington, 82, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away May 27, 2025, at Northview Health and Living in Anderson, following an extended illness.

He was born on October 17, 1942, in Anderson to Dr. Charles Armington and Mary (Mahoney) Armington. Jerry graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1960 and attended the University of Dayton. He had career as a real...

James "Jim" A. Snodgrass

James "Jim" A. Snodgrass

May 22, 2025

James “Jim” A. Snodgrass, 87, of Pendleton passed away May 22, 2025, at his home.

He was born on January 10, 1938, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Homer Glenn and Cleo Dell (Evans) Snodgrass and was a Pendleton resident most of his life.

Jim retired as a tool designer from GM Delco Remy, Anderson in 1992 following 31.9 years of service.

He...

Dentice "Willard" Hogue

Dentice "Willard" Hogue

May 19, 2025

Dentice "Willard" Hogue, 94, of Anderson passed away May 19, 2025. He was born on May 21, 1930 in Tennessee to James & Etta (Morrow) Hogue. Willard was a lineman from Delco Remy and a member of Main Street Church of God.

He served his country during the Korean war with the United States Navy.

Willard enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time...

Barbara White

Barbara White

May 17, 2025

Barbara White, 84, of Anderson went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025. Barbara was born on August 31, 1940 in Paynesville, West Virginia to the late Wilburn H. and Lady Bell (Rowe) Cantrell. She married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" White, and the two were married for 58 years before his passing in 2024. Barbara...

Mary L. Dickerson

Mary L. Dickerson

May 17, 2025

Mary L. Dickerson, 96, of Anderson, born November 27, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, went to be with her Lord on May 17, 2025.

Retired from Delco Remy in 1987, Mary spent her retirement years independently volunteering. She was involved in Al Anon for about 40 years and served as Al Anon's District Representative during that time. She also served as President...

Robert "Bob" W. Collins

Robert "Bob" W. Collins

May 16, 2025

Robert Wesley "Bob" Collins, 84, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on May 16, 2025, at Alexandria Care Center. Born on June 21, 1940, in Gary, Indiana, Bob was the son of Harry and Marion Collins.

Bob graduated from Crown Point High School in 1958, and after that, he dedicated a part of his life to serving his country as a First...

James H. Steele

James H. Steele

May 15, 2025

James H. Steele, 83, of Ft. Myers Beach Florida, passed away from a sudden illness on May 15, 2025. He was born on January 6th, 1942, to James H. Steele Sr. and Margaret Steele in Anderson, Indiana.

Jim graduated in 1960 from Anderson High School where he acquired the nickname "Stainless," an apt description of his integrity, intelligence, and athleticism. Jim...

John Franklin Morris

John Franklin Morris

May 14, 2025

John Franklin Morris, 58, of Pendleton, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at his home in Pendleton, surrounded by his loving family, following a brief illness.

He was born on December 5, 1966, in Simi Valley, California to Phillip E. and Randy M. (Rackin) Morris. He was a graduate of Lighthouse Bible Institute in Lemon Grove, California. He was a...

Charles Russell Rider

Charles Russell Rider

May 13, 2025

Charles Russell Rider, 94, of Anderson, Indiana died May 13, 2025.

He was born May 22, 1930, in Knightstown, Indiana to the late Earl and Ida Mae (Durham) Rider and was a longtime Anderson resident. Charles was an Army veteran of the Korean War.

Charles retired from Delco Remy, Anderson as a utilityman in 1993 following 40 years’ service.

He was a member...

Mickey Gene Mills

Mickey Gene Mills

May 12, 2025

Mickey Gene Mills, 68, of Lapel, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 29, 1956, in Noblesville, Indiana to Joe Richard and Idabelle (Renbarger) Mills. He was a 1975 graduate of Lapel High School. He went on to earn his bachelor's degree in elementary education in 1988 from...

Jack Lewis McCormack

Jack Lewis McCormack

May 12, 2025

Jackie "Jack" Lewis McCormack, 91, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025 at Prairie Lakes Health Campus. Jack was born on September 10, 1933 in Anderson to the late Wallace and Pearl (Leakey) McCormack. Jack worked for State Farm Insurance as a claim's adjuster for a number of years before his retirement. Jack enjoyed working with his hands...

Bessie M. Hackleman

Bessie M. Hackleman

May 11, 2025

Bessie M. Hackleman, 70, of Lapel, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at her home following an extended illness.

She was born on August 6, 1954, in Noblesville, Indiana to George and Barbara (Kemp) Bell. She had worked for Deflecto in Castleton as hose operator.

She loved to drive her golf cart through Lapel and visit with everyone. She also loved...

Grace Irene Markle

Grace Irene Markle

May 10, 2025

Grace Irene Markle, 92, of Riverview, FL, formerly of Anderson, IN, passed away on May 10, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1933 in Anderson to the late Paul Henry Stohler and Audrey (Ridgeway) Stohler-Gooding. Grace married the love of her life, Harold "H" Markle on August 28, 1953 and the two were married for 65 years before his...

Victoria Marie Renner

Victoria Marie Renner

May 10, 2025

Victoria Marie Renner, 75, of Akron, Indiana, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victoria Marie Renner. She passed away peacefully in the loving care of her daughter's home on May 10, 2025.

Victoria had a rough start to life. But after meeting her husband, Roy Dale Renner in 1963, they soon married and created a wonderful...

George H. Sheller

George H. Sheller

May 10, 2025

George H. Sheller, 97, of Tipton, passed away on May 10, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. George was born on March 6, 1928, in Noblesville, Indiana to the late Paul and Arna (Hersberger) Sheller.

Shortly after graduating from Lapel High School in 1946, he married the love of his life, Wanda Carlin, and the two were married for...

Howard "Dan" Reasor

Howard "Dan" Reasor

May 4, 2025

Howard "Dan" Reasor, 64, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at his home following a brief illness.

He was born on September 29, 1960, in Noblesville, Indiana to Adrian and Anita (Hall) Reasor. He was a 1978 graduate of Noblesville High School. He retired from Kings Systems in Noblesville as a shipping supervisor.

He loved sports and was an...

Charles Patrick Harless

Charles Patrick Harless

May 2, 2025

Charles Patrick “Pat” Harless, 70, of Lecanto, Florida died May 2, 2025 at Citrus Memorial Hospital in Inverness, Florida.

He was born on July 30, 1954 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Everett Eugene and Billie Yvonne Harless, and lived in Florida for many years. Pat worked as a laborer in the sheet metal industry.

Survivors include his brother Michael Harless (Billie),...

Dale R. "Red" Cook, Jr.

Dale R. "Red" Cook, Jr.

May 2, 2025

It Is with deep sadness that we grieve the sudden passing of our loved one Dale R. “Red” Cook, Jr.

He was born on November 30,1963 in Modesto, California to Dale and Patty (Tolle) Cook. He was a 1982 Anderson High School graduate and a proud member of the U.S. Marine Corp for 12 years. He previously worked at ELSA Corp....

Alvis "AJ" Johnson

Alvis "AJ" Johnson

Apr 27, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Alvis "AJ" Marcellus Johnson, who left us on April 27, 2025, just three days after celebrating his 57th birthday. AJ was born on April 24, 1968, in St. Lucy, Florida, to Floyd and Gwendolyn Johnson.

AJ was known for his skills as a maintenance technician at Guerin Catholic High...

Loretta Lou Knotts Powless

Loretta Lou Knotts Powless

Apr 23, 2025

Loretta Lou Knotts Powless entered eternity on April 23, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1943, in Wichita Falls, TX. She later moved to Indiana where she had 3 children, Cheryl Webb (Doug), Ross Webb (Tyra) and Scott Webb (Carol). She had one grandchild, Cody Webb (Analissa) and two great-grandchildren, Kinsley and Kohen Webb. She is survived by her...