Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Mary Anne Wittrock Bock

Mary Anne Wittrock Bock

Nov 14, 2020

Mary Anne Wittrock Bock passed away on November 14, 2020 in Anderson, Indiana. The daughter of Edward and Louisa Wittrock, she was born on October 17, 1931 in Falls City, Nebraska. Mary Anne was a life-long Cornhusker football fan and a proud graduate of the University of Nebraska. She served a one year internship in Seattle, Washington to earn certification...

Alicia T. Henderson

Alicia T. Henderson

Nov 14, 2020

Alicia T. Henderson, 61, Anderson, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis unexpectedly. She was born on May 8, 1959, in Shelbyville, Indiana to Ray Henderson and Goldie (Lucas) Henderson.Alicia graduated from Southwestern High School in Shelby County. She also graduated from Ivy Tech, School of Nursing.She retired after thirty years as a...

Jackie D. Pettigrew

Jackie D. Pettigrew

Nov 14, 2020

Jackie D. "Jack" Pettigrew, 85, Lapel, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Harbour Manor in Noblesville following an extended illness.He was born on June 9, 1935, in Anderson to Robert F. Pettigrew and Ruth (Gustin) Pettigrew.Jack graduated from Lapel High School in 1955.He retired in 1996 from Guide Lamp, division of General Motors.Jack was a member of the Fishersburg...

Mary Lou Brown

Mary Lou Brown

Nov 12, 2020

Mary Lou Brown, 84, of Anderson, passed away on November 12, 2020 at St. Vincent Regional Hospital. She was born on March 9, 1936 in Elwood to the late Lawrence and Ethel (Gordon) Hobbs. Mary retired from Community Northview Nursing Home as a Hospitality Aide after 29 years of service. She was a past member of the First Baptist Church...

Eugene R. Ahlefeld

Eugene R. Ahlefeld

Nov 12, 2020

Eugene R. Ahlefeld, 81, of Pendleton, Indiana and former Indianapolis resident, passed away on November 12, 2020.Additonal obituary and Celebration of LIfe Service information is pending and will be posted at a later time.

Bernard “Bernie” Lorenzo Burgan

Bernard “Bernie” Lorenzo Burgan

Nov 11, 2020

Bernard “Bernie” Lorenzo Burgan, 90, of Anderson passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at his home. He was born on December 12, 1929, in Anderson, to Paul and Mabel Burgan and was a life-long resident of Anderson. Bernie was a 1948 graduate of Anderson High School. He attended General Motors Institute, and was a 1959 graduate of Anderson College. He...

John Stayton

John Stayton

Nov 11, 2020

John Stayton, 89, of Azle, Texas, passed away on November 11, 2020 in Texas. John was born to Paul and Blair Stayton on Aug 20, 1931 in Anderson, Indiana, where he reached the top of the running world as a high-schooler in track and cross country. He was a 3-time state cross country champion and 3-time mile champion, including a...

Charlsie Lee Purdue

Charlsie Lee Purdue

Nov 11, 2020

Charlsie Lee (Yount) Purdue, 92, went home to be with the Lord on November 11, 2020. She was born on July 19, 1928, in Rose Hill, Virginia, to Clyde and Nan Yount. After moving to Indiana in her early 20's, she wed Melvin Purdue on April 3, 1953. At her death, they had been married for 67 years. Charlsie devoted...

June Ann Stewart

June Ann Stewart

Nov 10, 2020

June A. Stewart, 89, of New Castle formerly of Wilkinson passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Greenfield Health Care Center. She was born May 5, 1931 in Albuquerque, New Mexico the daughter of the late Solon and Genevieve (Smith) McBride. June retired from Fort Harrison Civil Service after 30 years of service and was a member of the Madison...

Neva Virginia Jackman

Neva Virginia Jackman

Nov 10, 2020

Neva Virginia Jackman, 92, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020. Neva was affectionately known as Jenny to her family and friends. She was born September 14, 1928 in Anderson to the late, Russell & Edith (Smith) Delph. Jenny retired from Delco Remy, having worked there for 30 years. Jenny is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, William & Judith Summitt;...

Craig Anthony Brunnemer

Craig Anthony Brunnemer

Nov 9, 2020

Craig Anthony Brunnemer, 47, of Pendleton, passed away on November 9, 2020 at Ascension St. Vincent Mercy Hospital in Elwood. Craig was born on October 20, 1973 in Elwood to Tim and Anna (Callaway) Brunnemer. He was a graduate of Elwood High School and Anderson University. Since 2013, Craig was the Golf Professional at Pebblebrook Golf Course. For those who...

Barbara J. Speedy

Barbara J. Speedy

Nov 7, 2020

Barbara J. Speedy, 90, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020. She was born October 29, 1930, in Speedway, Indiana. Barbara was a member of Meadowbrook Baptist Church and of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Barbara is survived by her husband of 71 years, Guido Speedy; son, Brian Speedy; grandchildren, Megan Rochford, Shaun Speedy, Cody Speedy, & Michael Rochford, Jr. She...

Larry Lee Crum

Larry Lee Crum

Nov 3, 2020

CHATTANOOGA-Larry Lee Crum, 73, formerly of Anderson, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 3rd in Chattanooga, TN. He was born on September 11, 1947 in Paintsville, Kentucky, to the late Lillian (Carmean) Crum and James L. Crum. Lee was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic church before moving to Chattanooga, TN. Lee was an avid hunter,...

Max Gene Lees

Max Gene Lees

Nov 3, 2020

Max Gene Lees, age 85 , passed away on November 3, 2020, after a long, hard battle with Parkinsons Disease. Max was born on February 22, 1935, to John E. Lees and Theodocia (Nightenhelser) Lees in Noblesville, Indiana. He graduated from Noblesville High School in 1953. He lettered in two sports; and was President of his class the Student Council....

Mildred K. Stillwell

Mildred K. Stillwell

Nov 2, 2020

Mildred K. Stillwell, 94, of New Castle passed away of natural causes Monday evening, November 2, 2020 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born June 5, 1926 in Raysville, In. to the late Samuel and Virgie (Planck) Lewman. She retired from Dana Corporation in New Castle in 1986. She was a member of the UAW...

Kenneth Mauck

Kenneth Mauck

Nov 1, 2020

Kenneth Mauck, 97, of Anderson, passed away at Primrose Memory Care, on Nov. 1, 2020. He was born Sept. 13, 1923 in Hamilton County to the late Cecil and Elsie (Brown) Mauck. Kenny served his country in the Army during World War II. He retired from Container Corporation having worked in the printing department. He was a member of St....

Eric L. Delph

Eric L. Delph

Oct 28, 2020

Eric Lynn Delph, 60, of Mitchell, passed away on October 28, 2020 at his residence. He was born on January 23, 1960 in Greenfield, Indiana to the late Leroy and Betty (Wright) Delph. Eric had worked for Irving Materials, Inc. for 32 years as a Plant Manager. Prior to that he was fireman/EMT. He was a member of Crosspoint Church...

Ms. Marjorie Reed

Ms. Marjorie Reed

Oct 28, 2020

Marjorie S Reed, 94, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, after a brief illness. Marjorie was a lifelong resident of Anderson, a graduate of both Anderson High School and Ball State University. She was a retired teacher from the Anderson Community School district, having taught PE, History and Social studies at the secondary school level. After retirement she and...

James P. Burke Jr

James P. Burke Jr

Oct 27, 2020

James P. Burke, Jr, 68, of Anderson, died Tuesday October 27, 2020 following a sudden illness. He was born August 9, 1952, in Anderson, the son of the late James P. and Patricia A. (Spangler) Burke, Sr. He served in the US Navy. He worked as a driver for FedEx and UPS among other companies. He was a member of...

Ms. Beatrice Sailes

Ms. Beatrice Sailes

Oct 24, 2020

Beatrice Sailes, 96, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020. She was born April 29, 1924, in Birmingham, Alabama. Beatrice is survived by her daughter, Lulu Mae Bass; grandchildren, Rosa L. Hodgkins, Regina M. Streaty, Merleana Harrison, Anthony Lawrence, Daniel Lawrence, Sylvia Moore, Talana Fynbo, & Tina Bass; a host of great grandchildren; and a host of nieces & nephews. She...