Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas
Kenneth M Hensley, Jr.
May 3, 2021
Kenneth M. Hensley, Jr., 57, of Anderson, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, May 3, 2021.He was born October 22, 1963 in Anderson, Indiana to Kenneth M. Hensley, Sr. and Carolyn A. (Hill) Hensley.Kenny was an ASE certified master mechanic most recently at Ray Skillman, GMC-Buick, Indianapolis. He was quite gifted with mechanics and loved his lifes work until...
Mildred Marcum
May 2, 2021
Mildred C. Marcum, 93, of Anderson, passed away on May 2, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. She was born on March 5, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Henry and Zelma (Latham) Catron. Mildred retired from General Motors in 1983 after 30 years of service as a Quality Control Supervisor. After retiring from General Motors, she was...
David Jefferson Ashmore
May 1, 2021
David Jefferson AshmoreMay 3, 1953 – May 1, 2021David J. Ashmore was born in St. Louis, Missouri on May 3, 1953 to James Elwin Ashmore and Lottie Holt Ashmore. He was the oldest of four children – brothers Robert and Edward, and sister Jane. David spent the first five years of his life in Cambridge, Massachusetts, then moved to Indianapolis....
Jo Ann Abbott
Apr 29, 2021
Jo Ann Abbott, 74, of Anderson, passed away on April 29, 2021 at Community Hospital, Anderson. She was born on July 15, 1946 in Anderson to the late Howard and Annalee (Abel) Bailey. Jo Ann graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in 1964 and graduated from Porters Business College in 1965. She retired from Delco Remy in 2000 after...
Edward Lee Mousa
Apr 29, 2021
Edward Lee Mousa, 90, of Anderson, passed away on April 29, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on October 26, 1930 in Butlerville, Indiana to the late Mitchell and Goldie (Carpenter) Mousa. Edward retired from Fishers Guide Division as a Toolmaker after 35 years of service. He loved fishing and camping and especially socializing around Yogi Bear...
Rachel Vannatta
Apr 29, 2021
Rachel Faye Vannatta, 43, of Anderson gained her heavenly wings on Thursday, April 29, 2021 in her home surrounded by her family. Rachel was born on August 24, 1977 in Anderson to Larry and Jo Ann (Lagle) Cardwell. Rachel married the love of her life, Christopher Vannatta on August 20, 2005 in Pendleton, IN. Rachel worked for Manor Care as...
Thomas William “Boston” Mccourt
Apr 28, 2021
Thomas William “Boston” McCourt, 49, of Anderson, Indiana and former Massachusetts resident passed away April 28, 2021 at his residence.He was born August 11, 1971 in Boston, Massachusetts.Boston as he was known to friends and co-workers was a professional mover and worked at various moving and van line companies since high school including, Atlas, Atlantic and North American.In his spare...
Phillip Ray White
Apr 26, 2021
Phillip Ray White was born March 28th, 1941 in Indianapolis to the late Keith and Barbara (Phenager) White. Phil passed on April 26th, 2021 at the age of 80 at Indiana University Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Phil graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1959. He was a Cub and Boy Scout and a 55 year member of the...
Mr. Jerry Earlywine
Apr 25, 2021
Jerry L. Earlywine, 77, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021. He was born June 7, 1943, in Anderson to the late Lora L. “Early” & Hazel Edith (Rigney) Earlywine. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from General Motors. Jerry was very active in his community having umpired baseball to serving as Precinct Committeeman for the Madison...
Marilyn J. Hunt
Apr 25, 2021
Marilyn J. Hunt, 81, of Anderson passed away on April 25, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Anderson Hospital. Marilyn was born on January 27, 1940 in Clay, Kentucky to Menvil and W. Jewel (Sullivan) Hill. She attended Indiana University, and had worked as a paralegal and in banking before devoting her time to volunteerism and the care of her family....
Corbin Joseph Stanley
Apr 23, 2021
Corbin Joseph Stanley, 18, Anderson, passed away on April 23, 2021. He was born on March 13, 2003 in Anderson to Joseph and Amanda (Allen) Stanley. Corbin attended Anderson High School. He enjoyed music, video games, adventuring, fishing and photography. He had a big heart and was the “Protector” of the family. Corbin was considered a “Miracle Child”. He was...
Wendy J. Anderson
Apr 23, 2021
Wendy J. Anderson, 49, Pendleton, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021, at her residence in Pendleton following an extended illness.She was born on November 22, 1971, in Anderson, Indiana.Wendy graduated from Anderson High School.She previously worked for the City of Anderson.Wendy loved spending time with her family and traveling.She is survived by husband, Eric Anderson of Pendleton; one daughter, Whitney...

Peggy A. Hall
Apr 21, 2021
Peggy A. Hall, 70, of Anderson, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Community Hospital, Anderson following a sudden illness.She was born February 21, 1951, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina to James O. Dale and Enola (Delinger) Dale.Peggy graduated as Valedictorian from Lapel High School in 1969.She was a homemaker on the family and was a tax preparer for several...
Nikki J. Richman
Apr 20, 2021
Nikki J. Richman, 77, Anderson, passed away on April 20, 2021 at her residence. She was born on March 16, 1944 in Anderson to the late John and Phyllis (Stanley) Staley. She graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1962 and was a homemaker. She loved her grandson and great grandchildren and spending time with her friends. Nikki is survived...
Frank Allen Edison
Apr 18, 2021
Frank Allen Edison, 54, Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Residence in Indianapolis following an extended illness. He was born on October 31, 1966, in Anderson, Indiana to Frank Eugene Edison and Sharon (Lindsay) Wiles. Frank graduated from Anderson High School. He retired from Chrysler as a factory worker. Frank was a proud Native American; he enjoyed fishing...
Jim Reneau Short
Apr 14, 2021
Jim Reneau Short, 87, of Middletown, passed away at Miller’s Merry Manor in Middletown on April 14, 2021. He was born on May 25, 1933 in Clay County, Tennessee to the late Abb and Dora (Boles) Short. Jim retired from Delco Remy after 31 years of service. He was a member of the UAW 663 and Pleasant Valley Community Church...
Rodney Thomas Knowling
Apr 14, 2021
Rodney Thomas Knowling, 67, of Pendleton, passed away on April 14, 2021 at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on August 7, 1953 in New Castle to the late James and Evelyn (Smith) Knowling. Rodney retired from Guide Division as a Skilled Tradesman after 30 years of service. He was a member of the HOG-Harley Davidson...
David O. Carmany Sr.
Apr 13, 2021
David Otis Carmany, Sr. 79, passed away Tuesday, April 13 at his residence surrounded by his loved ones. He was born March 15, 1942, the only child of the late, Genevieve (Dillman) and William Carmany. David was born and raised in Anderson, IN. He earned a degree from Anderson College and went on to obtain his law degree from IU...
Mr. David E. Levi
Apr 9, 2021
David E. Levi (Dave, Davey, Papa, Pop, Canon, Roy, etc..) 82, of Anderson, IN, after dodging real bullets and cancer three times, could not dodge this one, and went home to God and Mary on April 9, 2021, surrounded by family in his home in Anderson. Dave was born in Anderson, IN on July 22, 1938 to Wilton and Fannie...
Mr. James I. Orr
Apr 9, 2021
James “Jim” I. Orr, 86, passed away April 9, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of Markleville. Jim was born July 23, 1934, in Millville, Indiana to the late, Chester & Hazel (Dinkins) Orr. Jim retired from Delco-Remy after 38 1/2 years. He was a master tinkerer and could fix anything. Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years,...