Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Ramona Ashby

Ramona Ashby

Nov 6, 2021

Ramona Ashby, 88, of Lapel, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Community Northview in Anderson following an extended illness.She was born June 8, 1933, in Anderson, Indiana to Charles William Lane and Flossie (Stanley) Lane.Ramona attended high school in Anderson, Indiana. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Lapel, and several square dancing clubs.She retired...

Ronald Gayle Ballenger

Ronald Gayle Ballenger

Nov 4, 2021

Ronald G. Ballenger, PhD., died on November 4, 2021, of complications from lymphoma. He was born November 7, 1941, son of Charles Hilton Ballenger and Daisy Shaver Ballenger, and brother of Farrell K. Ballenger who have preceded him in death. He married Judith Hodges in June of 1972. Ron was a 1960 graduate of Knightstown High School. Dr. Ballenger did...

Paul E. Dent

Paul E. Dent

Nov 4, 2021

Paul E. Dent, 83, of Anderson, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Residence in Anderson following an extended illness.He was born on June 30, 1938, in Anderson to Walter Dent and Hazel (Key) Dent. He spent all but six years of his life in Madison County.Paul was a 1957 graduate of Walnut Grove High School and retired in 1990...

Ms. Naomi Highbaugh

Ms. Naomi Highbaugh

Nov 3, 2021

Naomi May Highbaugh, 99, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born April 4, 1922, in Frankton to the late, Edgar & Stella (Koehler) Cotton. Naomi was a member of Grace Baptist Church and loved sewing with the sewing club. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society. Naomi...

Mitzi Darlene Reasor

Mitzi Darlene Reasor

Nov 3, 2021

Mitzi Darlene Reasor, 56, of Noblesville, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at her Residence in Noblesville following an extended illness.She was born on April 21, 1965, in Noblesville, Indiana to Adrian Reasor and Anita (Hall) Reasor.Mitzi graduated from Noblesville High School in 1982.She previously worked for McMahon Foods as a logistics manager.Mitzi was the 1979 Babe Ruth Queen. She...

Mrs. Ruth Ann Burton

Mrs. Ruth Ann Burton

Nov 2, 2021

Ruth Ann Burton, 84, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021. She was born May 8, 1937, in Anderson to James Francis & Ethel Anna (Wiseman) Ward. Ruth married Tom Burton in 1957, whom she invited to a school dance while in their high school speech class. She was an active member in the Sparklers Home Ec Club since 1983. When...

Richard Harvey Riley

Richard Harvey Riley

Nov 1, 2021

Richard H. Riley, 83, of Anderson, passed away on November 1, 2021 at Beaumont Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Anderson. He was born on September 11, 1938 in Anderson to the late James and Martha (Jackson) Riley. Richard graduated from Roosevelt Elementary School in 1952, Anderson High School in 1956, and received his Master’s Degree at Ball State University. Richard...

Dr. Richard William Weinzapfel

Dr. Richard William Weinzapfel

Nov 1, 2021

Dr. Richard “Dick” William Weinzapfel, 85, of Anderson passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021. He was born on June 28, 1936, in Evansville Indiana to the late George and Catherine (Wildemann) Weinzapfel. After graduating from Mater Dei High School, he served his country for three years in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Navy Construction Battalion,...

Bradley Dean Brown

Bradley Dean Brown

Nov 1, 2021

Bradley Dean Brown, 63, Alexandria, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021, at Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief illness.He was born on July 15, 1958, in Noblesville, Indiana to Robert Brown and Frances Jean (Scott) Brown.Bradley graduated from Lapel High School in 1978.He previously worked for Owens Illinois Brockway in Lapel for several years.Bradley taught Karate for several years....

Marilyn Seal

Marilyn Seal

Oct 31, 2021

Marilyn Seal, 87, passed away on October 31,2021 surrounded by her family here in Anderson, IN. She was born on August 26, 1934 in Greencastle, IN to her parents George Hanneman and Mary (Brown) Hannenman. In her life many knew her as an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, and Nana in her family. In Marilyn’s spare time she loved to plant...

Mrs. Darlene Sue Wright

Mrs. Darlene Sue Wright

Oct 30, 2021

It is with deep sorrow, but also tremendous gratitude, a sense of peace and pride, that we say goodbye to our mother and grandmother, Darlene Sue (Williams) Wright who passed away on Oct. 30, 2021 at Harbor Manor Senior Living Community surrounded by her family. She was born on June 27, 1937, in Anderson, Indiana to Nathan Eli and Vera...

Wayne F. White

Wayne F. White

Oct 30, 2021

Wayne F. White, 71, of Noblesville, passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Community Hospital of Anderson with family by his side.He was born May 26, 1950 in Noblesville to Carroll White and Frances (Davis) White.He graduated from Lapel High School in 1968.He worked at Diamler Chrysler in Kokomo for 18 years. He also served in the United States Air...

Robert “Bob” Clendenen

Robert “Bob” Clendenen

Oct 29, 2021

Robert “Bob” Lee Clendenen, 73, of Pendleton, passed away on October 29, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on May 1, 1948 in Warsaw to Robert and Emma (Pavey) Clendenen.Robert retired from Central Indiana Western Railroad as a Railroad Engineer after 28 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and doing yardwork.He is survived by his wife, Marsa...

Robert D. Perkins

Robert D. Perkins

Oct 29, 2021

Robert D. Perkins, 71, of Anderson, passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief illness.He was born December 23, 1949, in Anderson to Clinton and Christine Perkins.Robert attended Madison Heights High School in Anderson.He retired from Firestone Corporation in Noblesville after 31 years.Robert enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Robert enjoyed playing...

Keith A. Stern

Keith A. Stern

Oct 28, 2021

Keith A. Stern, 72, of Anderson, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief illness.He was born November 5, 1948, in Elwood to Robert Stern and Velma (Hiday) Stern.Keith graduated from Hamilton Heights High School in 1966.He retired from Bridgestone/Firestone in 2011 in Noblesville after 43 years.Keith attended Trinity United Methodist Church in Lapel....

Richard Stanley Orcutt

Richard Stanley Orcutt

Oct 27, 2021

Richard Stanley Orcutt passed away on October 27, 2021 due to complications from Covid-19. He was born on September 15, 1937 in Hokuchin, Korea to Frank Stanley and Elizabeth (Egolf) Orcutt, where his father worked in the mining industry. In 1941, Richard and his parents moved to Walkerton, Indiana due to the onset of World War II. Richard was raised...

Robert L. Turner

Robert L. Turner

Oct 26, 2021

Robert L. Turner, 77, Anderson, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at Community Hospital of Anderson following an extended illness.He was born October 26, 1944, in Anderson to Harry Turner and Florence (Deep) Scott.Robert graduated from Lapel High School in 1964.He retired from Delphi, division of General Motors after 39 years.Robert was a member of Killbuck Golf Club for many...

Clariece Darlene Chapin-Burke

Clariece Darlene Chapin-Burke

Oct 25, 2021

Clariece Darlene Chapin-Burke, 79, of Anderson, IN passed away on October 25, 2021. She was born on June 28, 1942, in Anderson, IN to Virgil Alan and Bernice Marie (Hall) Williams. Darlene worked for Western Electric for a number of years. She found her spiritual home at Gethsemane Foursquare Church and was a faithful member for many years. Darlene loved...

Cathy Rae House

Cathy Rae House

Oct 24, 2021

Cathy Rae House, 62, passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021. She was born September 24, 1959, in Anderson to the late, James Aros & Virginia Rose (Furnish) Bennett. Cathy loved playing cards, spending time with her family and her four legged friends. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Tim House; children, Jeremy & Kelly House; sisters, Tina...

Timothy J. Smith

Timothy J. Smith

Oct 24, 2021

Timothy J. Smith, 32, passed away Monday, October 24, 2021. He was born March 14, 1989, in Anderson. Tim enjoyed music and was so talented that he could play any instrument. He also loved all animals. He had been a member of the Madison Masonic Lodge #44, in Pendleton. Tim is survived by his father & step-mother, Terry W. &...