Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
James "Jim" Rushton
April 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
April 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
April 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
April 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
April 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
April 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
April 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
March 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
March 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
March 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
March 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
March 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
March 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,...
Dixie Lee Ebrite
March 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dixie Lee Ebrite, who departed this life on March 23, 2026, after a long illness. Born on January 16, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana, to Aaron and Madeline (O'Neil) Leasure, Dixie was a light in the lives of all who knew her.
Dixie married the love of her life, William Thomas...
Haines House
March 17, 2026
Haines House, 93, of Anderson and former Pendleton resident died March 17, 2026, at Primrose Assisted Living Facility in Anderson.
He was born September 22, 1932, in Indianapolis to the late Perry Wyant and Anna Louise (Haines) House.
Haines was a 1950 graduate of Pendleton High School and was a US Army veteran.
He was longtime farmer until he retired at the age...
Gwendolyn A. Craig
March 16, 2026
Gwendolyn Ann Craig, 92, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. She was born on September 27, 1933, in Tipton, Indiana, to the late Herbert and Bernice (Tucker) Schildmeier. Gwendolyn spent much of her working life at General Motors, where she was a dedicated factory worker.
In her free time, she loved diving into a good book and...
Ernesto Alvarez Polanco
March 15, 2026
Ernesto Alvarez Polanco, de 35 años, falleció el 15 de marzo de 2026 en el Hospital Indiana University Health Methodist, tras una enfermedad prolongada. Ernesto nació en Guatemala el 5 de mayo de 1990.
Una Misa de Exequias Cristianas se llevará a cabo el viernes 20 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:30 p.m. en la Iglesia Católica St. Mary’s, ubicada...
Christi Ann Boze
March 15, 2026
Christi Ann (O'Neal) Boze 83, of Anderson, Indiana passed away at Community Hospital, Anderson following her battle with cancer.
Christi was born in Lansing, Michigan to Evelyn and Roscoe O'Neal. She later moved to Anderson, Indiana where she graduated form Anderson High School in 1961 and made her home for most of her life.
Christi worked in quality control for General Motors,...
Bob "Bobbie" Dean Sloan
March 13, 2026
Bob (Bobbie) Dean Sloan, 92, formerly of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 8, 1933, in Oblong, Illinois to the late Kenneth and Edith (DeLawter) Sloan.
Bob married the love of his life, Linda Lou Jackson, on September 11, 1955. Their life together was a testament to love, commitment,...
Norma Jean Buck
March 13, 2026
Norma Jean Buck, 95, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on March 13, 2026.
Norma Jean was born on January 31, 1931 in Rossville, Indiana, the daughter of Dale and Eva Gaylor.
Norma Jean married the love of her life, Phil Buck, on April 6, 1950 and spent sixty-eight memorable years together until his passing in 2018. Their...
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