Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Janet L. Absher

Janet L. Absher

May 26, 2020

Janet L. (Smith) Absher died from natural causes on May 26, 2020, in Conroe, Texas. She was born February 1, 1935 in Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of Lawrence E. and Nelle (Cumins) Smith. Janet was a 1953 graduate of Pendleton High School and lived most of her life in Pendleton. She graduated from Anderson College in 1972 with a BS...

Minnie B Tooley

Minnie B Tooley

May 26, 2020

Minnie B. Tooley, 95, Anderson, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at Park Place Assisted Living in Elwood following an extended illness.She was born on January 30, 1925, in Anderson, Indiana to Cecil L Hiday and Clestie C. (Robinette) Hiday.Minnie was graduated from Walnut Grove High School in 1943.She was a Homemaker and worked on the family farm.Minnie was a...

Forrest “Woody” Judd Jr.

Forrest “Woody” Judd Jr.

May 25, 2020

Forrest “Woody” Judd, Jr., 67 of Pendleton passed away at his home on May 25, 2020.He was born October 18, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident since 2006.Woody retired from residential construction as a framer after 35 years.He was a 1970 graduate of Northwest High School, Indianapolis and was a US Navy veteran. Woody loved to go...

Eric Charles Mcconnell

Eric Charles Mcconnell

May 22, 2020

Eric McConnell, 30, died on May 22, 2020 due to a tragic motorcycle accident. Eric was born March 3, 1990 in Anderson where he resided his whole life. He always talked about moving away but the love he had for his family kept him here. He lived his life to the fullest and always with a smile on his face....

Kathy Lynn King

Kathy Lynn King

May 20, 2020

Kathy Lynn King, 64, Lapel, passed away on May 20, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Noblesville on June 18, 1955 to the late Arthur Dale and Wanda June (Meredith) Counceller. Kathy retired from Hartz Mountain. She loved to camp and spend time with her family. She is survived by her children, Scott (Amanda) King of Lapel, Angi...

Teresa F. Osborn

Teresa F. Osborn

May 20, 2020

Teresa F. Osborn, 66, Anderson, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at her residence in Anderson following an extended illness.She was born on March 26, 1954, in Anderson, Indiana to Glenn Leap and Anna Marie (Michael) Leap.Teresa was graduated from Anderson High School class of 1972.She retired in 2010 from Brockway Glass in Lapel as a Maintenance Tech.She is survived...

Andrew Michael Robinson

Andrew Michael Robinson

May 19, 2020

Andrew Michael Robinson, 34, of Anderson, passed away on May 19, 2020 at his residence. He was born on July 3, 1985 in Anderson. He was previously employed by Tractor Supply Distribution Center and Elusive Disc. Andrew was a member of the Markleville Christian Church Euchre Club. He had a passion for drawing. Andrew is survived by his parents, Brian...

Pauline Polly Duquaine

Pauline Polly Duquaine

May 18, 2020

Pauline “Polly” Duquaine, 87, died peacefully May 18, 2020. She was born to Slovene immigrants, the late Frank and Theresa (Kmetic) Hergan, on January 11, 1933 in Crivitz, Wisconsin. Polly was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church. She loved travel, music, playing cards, spending time with family, and actively supported numerous social and charitable groups. She is survived by...

Donald G. Gwaltney

Donald G. Gwaltney

May 18, 2020

Donald “Don” G. Gwaltney, 84, was invited home by his Lord on Monday, May 18, 2020. The love for his wife and the faith in his Lord eased the long battle he faced. He was born May 26, 1935 in Anderson to the late Prince and Thelma (Neese) Gwaltney. Don graduated from Anderson High School in 1953. He was a...

Gene Keith Stanley

Gene Keith Stanley

May 17, 2020

Gene K. Stanley, 98, of Anderson, passed away on May 17, 2020 at his residence. He was born on December 2, 1921 in Anderson to the late Harry and Fairy (Vandyke) Stanley. Gene graduated from Anderson High School in 1939. He served his country in the Coast Guard on the USS DD Poole 151 as a singleman. He retired from...

John Robert Saucerman

John Robert Saucerman

May 13, 2020

John Robert Saucerman, 87, of Pendleton, Indiana died May 13, 2020 at his home. John was born December 18, 1932 in Edwardsport, Indiana to Richard and Eulala Saucerman.He married Barbara L. Wininger on June 17, 1950.He is survived by his children, Debra (Lewis) Farley, Dianne (Danny) Armstrong, Darla (Michael) Godby, and Donetta (Jack) House, as well as six grandchildren and...

Harry “Jerry” Brenner

Harry “Jerry” Brenner

May 13, 2020

Harry “Jerry” Brenner, 73, Daleville, passed away on May 13, 2020 at Northview Health & Living in Anderson. He was born on July 1, 1946 in Anderson, to the late Charles Brenner and Margaret (Dismuke) Hurst. Jerry retired from General Motors as a District Committeeman after 38 years of service. He was a member of the Lapel Eagles and Bonita...

Mrs. Sedelia Bernice Thackery

Mrs. Sedelia Bernice Thackery

May 13, 2020

Sedelia Bernice Thackery, 79, of Shirley, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020. She was born June 24, 1940, in Velarde, New Mexico. Bernice was a member of Wilkinson Church of Christ and of the Order of The Eastern Star. She nurtured and touched many lives through the daycare in her home as well as through her involvement at church. Bernice...

Valeree A. Bibler

Valeree A. Bibler

May 11, 2020

Valeree Ann (Hanson) Bibler, 52, of Pendleton, passed away May 11, 2020.She was born July 18, 1967 in Jacksonville, North Carolina and was a Pendleton resident since 2001. Valeree received her bachelor’s degree from Colorado University and was employed as a Business Support Senior Associate with Capital Group in Carmel, Indiana.She loved walking on ocean beaches, collecting seashells, reading, biking,...

Mrs. Judith Kay Sanders

Mrs. Judith Kay Sanders

May 9, 2020

Judith “Judy” Kay Sanders, 82, peacefully joined the open arms of her Lord & Savior just as a beautiful sunrise broke the morning of Saturday, May 9, 2020. Judy was born March 29, 1938, in Anderson to the late, Harry H. & Vivian L. (Silvey) Jones and resided in Anderson her entire life. She graduated from Anderson High School in...

Raymond L. Moore

Raymond L. Moore

May 8, 2020

Raymond L.Moore, 83, Anderson, passed away Friday, May 8, 2020, at Rawlins House in Pendleton following a brief illness.He was born on October 17, 1936, in Noblesville, Indiana to Clarence Moore and Dorothy (Rybolt) Moore.Raymond was graduated from Noblesville High School.He retired from General Motors as a Tool and Die Maker.Raymond served his country in the United States Air Force....

Lois Humphrey

Lois Humphrey

May 7, 2020

Our precious mother, Lois Humphrey, 94, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, Thursday morning, May 7, 2020. She was born in Anderson to parents, Carl and Persia (Pittman) Gordon. She was a 1944 graduate of Anderson High School. Having been saved at a young age, Mother faithfully attended and served her Lord at Grace Baptist Church in...

John William Gunter

John William Gunter

May 7, 2020

John William Gunter, 89, of Anderson, passed away on May 7, 2020 at his residence. He was born on January 4, 1931 in Anderson to the late Cecil and Elsie (Carson) Gunter. John was a graduate of Yorktown High School and served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked on the Anderson City Police Department...

Terry Lee Auker

Terry Lee Auker

May 7, 2020

Terry Lee Auker, 78, of Pendleton, passed away after an extended illness on May 7, 2020 at Providence of Anderson. He was born on September 6, 1941 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to the late Albert and Viola Auker.Terry graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Grace College and a Masters from St. Francis College. He received his Principalship Certification from Purdue.Terry served...

Mr. Stephen T. West

Mr. Stephen T. West

May 5, 2020

Stephen “Steve” T. West, 53, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020.He was born March 30, 1967 in Indianapolis to the late, Theodore “Ted” & Judith “Judy” (Burchette) West, II. Steve was a barber having started his career with his father at Ayr-way Target Barbershop and ending it at Vintage Barbershop. He enjoyed fishing, watching College football, but more than anything...