Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Catherine J. Holtzleiter

Catherine J. Holtzleiter

Jun 20, 2021

Catherine Junkersfeld Holtzleiter, 99, was born May 16,1922 in Pocahontas, Arkansas, to the late Peter and Coletta (Riga) Junkersfeld. She went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 20, 2021. She was the oldest of 10 children. She moved to Anderson at the age of 16 to work as a home aide and waitress, and later worked for Delco-Remy...

Jeanmarie Jean Brewer Coleman

Jeanmarie Jean Brewer Coleman

Jun 18, 2021

Jeanmarie “Jean” Brewer Coleman, 64, passed away on Friday June 18, 2021, at Hancock Regional Health in Greenfield. Jean was born on February 25, 1957, in New Rochelle, New York to John and Marie Elizabeth (Royance) Brewer. Jean loved nature, gardening, cooking and music. More importantly, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, who was genuine, kind, selfless...

Beverly Dempsey Wilson

Beverly Dempsey Wilson

Jun 18, 2021

Beverly Dempsey Wilson, 75, of Pendleton passed away on June 18th, 2021 surrounded by those who cherished her most dear. Shortly before leaving this world, she sent her family a beautiful rainbow, assuring them that she was ready for her next adventure. She undoubtedly entered Heaven with a smile on her face, a joke or two about how her departure...

Mr. Marvin K. Swinford

Mr. Marvin K. Swinford

Jun 17, 2021

Marvin K. Swinford, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021, with loved ones by his side. He was born August 26, 1932, to Kenneth & Esther (Tooley) Swinford. He was a 1950 graduate of Anderson High School. Marvin retired from Delco-Remy after 44 years of service. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Briareus from 1951-55. He loved antiquing,...

Elease P. Smith

Elease P. Smith

Jun 17, 2021

Elease P. Smith, 87, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021, in Pendleton. She had been a resident of Anderson. She was born March 6, 1934, in Livingston, TN to the late Waldon & Mildred (Mullins) Paul. Elease was a member of Anderson Church of Christ. She was an avid bowler, playing every chance she got. Elease also loved sewing and...

Marva J. Paulie

Marva J. Paulie

Jun 16, 2021

Marva J. Paulie, 86, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021. She was born January 25, 1935, in Kelly, Kansas to the late, Vincent & Dorothy (Luckeroth) Aziere. Marva was an active member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church having served in the Altar Society, past chair of funeral dinners, and the Mother Elizabeth Seton Seniors. She had also been a past...

David Arthur Furst

David Arthur Furst

Jun 16, 2021

David Arthur Furst passed away suddenly and peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. He was born on April 14, 1954 to Pearson and Kathleen (Riley) Furst in New Castle, PA, who precede him in death. A graduate of Neshannok High School in New Castle, PA and Youngstown State University, OH. David enjoyed football, playing as a tight end where he...

Herman Edward Craig

Herman Edward Craig

Jun 16, 2021

Herman Edward Craig, 96, Greenfield, passed away on June 16, 2021 at his residence. Herman was born on March 22, 1925 in Byrdstown, TN to Winburn and Sarah (Storie) Craig. He was a 1944 graduate of Wilkinson High School. Herman worked in farm machinery as a parts manager, retiring in 1982, he had been a member of the Charlottesville LIONS...

Nancy Lynn Good

Nancy Lynn Good

Jun 14, 2021

Nancy Lynn Good, 78, of Anderson, IN went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 14, 2021 in Anderson, IN. Nancy was born on December 5, 1942 in Pendleton, IN to Theodore and Mary (Stoner) Green. Nancy married the love of her life, Robert Lee Good, on March 9, 1963 in Anderson, IN. Nancy was a school bus driver...

Mary M. Fadely

Mary M. Fadely

Jun 13, 2021

Mary M. Fadely, 94, of Middletown, IN went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 13, 2021 at Bethany Pointe Health Campus. Mary was born on January 27, 1927 in Tipton, IN to Charles Mountcastle and Lucy (Dearth) Mountcastle. She married her loving husband, Bill E. Fadely on February 27, 1944 in New Castle, IN. Mary worked for Hardy...

Donald R. Davisson

Donald R. Davisson

Jun 12, 2021

Donald Ray Davisson completed his life race on June 12, 2021. It is with sweet-sour emotions that we praise Jesus; Donald is finally at rest, without painful health issues. During the long trek of his struggles, his goal was to bring glory and honor to God, through it all. However, his presence in the lives of the numerous people he...

Eric Eugene Harris

Eric Eugene Harris

Jun 12, 2021

Eric E. Harris, 47, of Lapel, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021, at residence in Lapel following an extended illness.He was born December 19, 1973, in Noblesville to Robert Harris and Marcia (Pfhifer) Nolan.Eric graduated from Lapel High School and Ivy Tech Community College.He previously worked for Apex Industries for several years.Eric enjoyed fishing, and woodworking.He is survived by his...

Bradley James Wright

Bradley James Wright

Jun 11, 2021

Bradley James Wright, 65, of Anderson, passed away on June 11, 2021 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 17, 1955 in Muncie to the late Keith Wright and Venita (Giles) Stark. Brad retired in 2009 from Muncie Metal Spinning as a welder after 33 years of employment. He was an avid racing fan. He is...

Mel Ott

Mel Ott

Jun 11, 2021

Mel Ott, 68, of Noblesville, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021, at his Residence in Noblesville following a brief illness.He was born on December 19, 1952, in Chillicothe, Ohio to Robert Ott and Bette (Walker) Winings.Mel graduated from Noblesville High School.He retired from working with his brothers in the automotive industry, specializing in hydraulic lifts.Mel was a member of the...

Paul Hamilton

Paul Hamilton

Jun 10, 2021

Paul Hamilton, 72, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 10th of 2021 after a year-long battle with cancer. His final moments were spent with family by his side and the lord in his heart as he was strong in his faith. True to personality, the last few months were spent joking with the doctors and flirting with the nurses, at...

Karen Sue Mcdaniel

Karen Sue Mcdaniel

Jun 7, 2021

Karen Sue McDaniel, 79, of Muncie, formerly of Anderson, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021, at her residence in Muncie following an extended illness.She was born on September 26, 1941, in Noblesville, Indiana to Lowell Thomas Woodward Jr. and Mary Lois (Miller) Woodward.Karen graduated from a high school in Denver, Colorado.She retired from the New Castle Correctional Facility after 23...

Norma Jean Becker

Norma Jean Becker

Jun 6, 2021

Norma Jean Becker of Anderson, affectionately known as “Jeanne”, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 6, 2021, at the age of 93. Jeanne was born on August 20, 1927 in Springfield, Missouri, the daughter of Ruth and Aubrey Hale, and lived in Anderson, Indiana most of her adult life. Jeanne married the love of...

Aria Kay Ridenour

Aria Kay Ridenour

Jun 6, 2021

Aria Kay Ridenour, 11 months old, went to Heaven on June 6, 2021. She was born June 22, 2020, the daughter of Cassandra Kay & Brandon Ridenour. Aria had five teeth and the biggest brown eyes. Her favorite cartoon was Bubble Guppies but loved watching Blues Clues with her brother and watching The Office with her mommy. She is survived...

David Allen Wood

David Allen Wood

Jun 6, 2021

David Allen Wood, 72, a lifelong resident of Anderson, IN went to his Heavenly Home on June 6, 2021, after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on October 20, 1948 in Elwood to Paul and Phyllis (Wilson) Wood. David dedicated 33 years of his life to teaching and administrative work for multiple school systems. He was a...

Ms. Mary R. Lloyd

Ms. Mary R. Lloyd

Jun 5, 2021

Mary Ruth Shepler Lloyd was peacefully born into eternal life on June 5, 2021. She was a resident of Anderson for the last 20 years to be near her daughter, Becky, and three grandsons. Mary was born to Elza & Flora (Bishop) Jacobs in Carroll County, Kentucky on October 10, 1924. She was one of eight children including the late...