Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Beth Ann Richman

Beth Ann Richman

May 12, 2021

Beth Ann Richman, 53, of Anderson passed away on Wednesday May 12, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. Beth was born to Jim and Nikki (Staley) Richman on June 20, 1967 in Anderson. She was a graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and Marian College in Indianapolis. Beth was a devoted caregiver at Community Northview Care Center, who offered love...

Wendell Eugene Vaughn

Wendell Eugene Vaughn

May 10, 2021

Wendell Eugene Vaughn, 82, of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away on May 10, 2021 at Community Heart & Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on August 23, 1938 in Wayne County, Kentucky to the late Theo and Minnie (Abbott) Vaughn. Wendell had worked as a machinist for Schwitzer Corporation for 22 years. He was baptized at Lick Creek Baptist Church...

Timothy J. Ryan Iii

Timothy J. Ryan Iii

May 8, 2021

Timothy J. Ryan, III, 84, of Pendleton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, May 8, 2021. Tim was born on February 18, 1937 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to Timothy J. Ryan, II and Catherine (McCarron) Ryan. He was a graduate of the Pittsfield High School, and then began a career in the United States Army. His career in the Army,...

Mr. Daniel Ray Shipley

Mr. Daniel Ray Shipley

May 7, 2021

Daniel Ray Shipley, 69, passed away at his residence Friday, May 7, 2021. He was born in Anderson to the late Carl Junior & Gladys Louise (Ellingwood) Shipley. Daniel had retired as a truck driver having driven for Tibbets, Rhino Trucking, and other local companies. He was an avid fisherman and a former member of Fraternal Order of Eagles #174....

Nancy Ann Willing

Nancy Ann Willing

May 6, 2021

Nancy Ann (Evans) Willing, 81, passed away on May 6, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. Nancy was born on December 10, 1939 in Maysville, Kentucky to John William and Eulane (Linville) Evans. She was a 1957 graduate of Anderson High School. Nancy loved to travel and go dining with her brother, Jerry and her son, Brad and daughter-in-law, Natalie....

Rebecca “Becky” Zagorski

Rebecca “Becky” Zagorski

May 4, 2021

Rebecca “Becky” D. Zagorski, 65, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021. She was born October 21, 1955 in Hartford City, Indiana then the family moved to Michigan before returning to the area in the 70’s. Becky graduated from Constantine High School in Michigan. She retired after 25 years as a librarian having worked for the Daleville High School & Yorktown...

Mr. Robert “Bobby” Swann

Mr. Robert “Bobby” Swann

May 3, 2021

Robert “Bobby” Wetzel Swann, 66 of Chesterfield, Indiana, passed away May 3, 2021. He was born July 18, 1954 to Wetzel and Irene Swann. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Bob was an excellent cook and had worked at several restaurants in the Anderson area, until his retirement. He was an avid fisherman, mushroom hunter, and a connoisseur...

Kenneth M Hensley, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...