Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Madison County, Hancock County and surrounding areas

Haines House

Haines House

Mar 17, 2026

Haines House, 93, of Anderson and former Pendleton resident died March 17, 2026, at Primrose Assisted Living Facility in Anderson.

He was born September 22, 1932, in Indianapolis to the late Perry Wyant and Anna Louise (Haines) House.

Haines was a 1950 graduate of Pendleton High School and was a US Army veteran.

He was longtime farmer until he retired at the age...

Gwendolyn A. Craig

Gwendolyn A. Craig

Mar 16, 2026

Gwendolyn Ann Craig, 92, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. She was born on September 27, 1933, in Tipton, Indiana, to the late Herbert and Bernice (Tucker) Schildmeier. Gwendolyn spent much of her working life at General Motors, where she was a dedicated factory worker. 

In her free time, she loved diving into a good book and...

Ernesto Alvarez Polanco

Ernesto Alvarez Polanco

Mar 15, 2026

Ernesto Alvarez Polanco, de 35 años, falleció el 15 de marzo de 2026 en el Hospital Indiana University Health Methodist, tras una enfermedad prolongada. Ernesto nació en Guatemala el 5 de mayo de 1990.

Una Misa de Exequias Cristianas se llevará a cabo el viernes 20 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:30 p.m. en la Iglesia Católica St. Mary’s, ubicada...

Christi Ann Boze

Christi Ann Boze

Mar 15, 2026

Christi Ann (O'Neal) Boze 83, of Anderson, Indiana passed away at Community Hospital, Anderson following her battle with cancer.

Christi was born in Lansing, Michigan to Evelyn and Roscoe O'Neal. She later moved to Anderson, Indiana where she graduated form Anderson High School in 1961 and made her home for most of her life.

Christi worked in quality control for General Motors,...

Bob "Bobbie" Dean Sloan

Bob "Bobbie" Dean Sloan

Mar 13, 2026

Bob (Bobbie) Dean Sloan, 92, formerly of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 8, 1933, in Oblong, Illinois to the late Kenneth and Edith (DeLawter) Sloan.

Bob married the love of his life, Linda Lou Jackson, on September 11, 1955. Their life together was a testament to love, commitment,...

Norma Jean Buck

Norma Jean Buck

Mar 13, 2026

Norma Jean Buck, 95, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on March 13, 2026.

Norma Jean was born on January 31, 1931 in Rossville, Indiana, the daughter of Dale and Eva Gaylor.

Norma Jean married the love of her life, Phil Buck, on April 6, 1950 and spent sixty-eight memorable years together until his passing in 2018. Their...

Randall "Randy" "RC" Hollon

Randall "Randy" "RC" Hollon

Mar 12, 2026

Randall "Randy" "RC" Hollon, a beloved husband, father, papaw, brother, and friend, departed this world on March 12, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on August 6, 1959, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Charles and Gladys (Duff) Hollon, Randy graced the lives of many with his infectious smile and warm spirit.

A proud graduate of Highland High School, class...

Kathy Jo Fields

Kathy Jo Fields

Mar 11, 2026

Kathy Jo Fields, 71, of Anderson, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Kathy was born on September 21, 1954 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Robert and Joanne (Lake) Fields.

Cremation rites will take place at Bozell Funeral Homes and Crematory, Brown-Butz-Diedring Chapel, 515 East 53rd Street, Anderson, Indiana 46013.

Rodney C. Galaher

Rodney C. Galaher

Mar 9, 2026

Rodney C. Galaher, 88, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on March 9, 2026. Born on November 1, 1937, in Washington, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Russell and Virginia (Hennen) Galaher. Rodney dedicated 58 wonderful years to his beloved wife, Janet (Cavender) Galaher, who predeceased him in 2016.

Rodney spent much of his working life as...

June Schorr

June Schorr

Mar 9, 2026

June Marie Schorr, 97, of Anderson, passed away on March 9, 2026 surrounded by her family.

She was born on February 11, 1929 in Lancaster, Ohio to the late William and Ethel (Webb) Westfall. After graduating from Lancaster High School in 1947, she married the love of her life, Richard L. Schorr, Sr. on September 2, 1950 and the two were...

Delilah Kay Raines

Delilah Kay Raines

Mar 8, 2026

Delilah Kay Raines, passed away on March 8, 2026 with her loving parents by her side.

She is survived by her parents, Kayla McLemore and Dionte Raines; sisters, Eliana and Ariella Raines.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Bozell Funeral Homes and Crematory, Brown-Butz-Diedring Chapel.

Online condolences may be shared at: www.bozellfuneralhome.com.

Dennis L. Mulkey

Dennis L. Mulkey

Mar 5, 2026

Dennis L. Mulkey, age 76, passed away peacefully with his wife and son at his side on March 5, 2026, after a brief illness at the Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. Dennis was born on September 29, 1949, in LaPorte, Indiana, to Frank and Hellen Mae Mulkey. He was raised in North Judson, Indiana, and graduated from North Judson...

AnnaLynn Jo Bottorff

AnnaLynn Jo Bottorff

Mar 4, 2026

AnnaLynn Jo Bottorff, 4 months old, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at her home in Pendleton, Indiana, in her mother's arms, surrounded by her loving family.

AnnaLynn was born on October 31, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Though her time on earth was brief, her life touched many hearts. AnnaLynn was a brave fighter who faced a rare brain cancer...

Gary L. Williams

Gary L. Williams

Mar 4, 2026

Gary was a Loving Father and Papaw.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted at Bozell Funeral Homes and Crematory, Brown-Butz-Diedring Chapel.

Online condolences may be shared at: www.bozellfuneralhome.com.

Jerld "Jerry" McRoberts

Jerld "Jerry" McRoberts

Mar 2, 2026

Jerld "Jerry" McRoberts, 85, of Wilkinson, Indiana, passed away March 2, 2026, at his residence in Wilkinson, Indiana.

He was born on October 12, 1940, in Maysville, KY to John McRoberts and Lucille (Readnour) McRoberts.

Jerry graduated from New Salem High School in Rush Co., IN. He retired from Delco Remy in Anderson as an Inspector after several years.

Jerry was a member...

Pamela Lynn Burrus

Pamela Lynn Burrus

Mar 2, 2026

Pamela Lynn Burrus, a beloved mother and cherished grandmother, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on March 21, 1967, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Pamela was the daughter of the late Dick and Betty (Hamilton) Burrus.

Pamela was a proud graduate of Broadway Christian High School in Indianapolis. Throughout her life, she found joy in many...

Rebecca "Becky" L. Cooley

Rebecca "Becky" L. Cooley

Feb 26, 2026

Rebecca "Becky" L. Cooley, 69, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, surrounded by love. Born on October 18, 1956, in Anderson to the late Clurel and Pearl (Buck) Fletcher. 

She spent her career as a Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) in nursing homes, where her compassion for others shone brightly. Whether she was sharing a laugh with friends,...

Michael Scott Loehndorf

Michael Scott Loehndorf

Feb 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Scott Loehndorf on February 25, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on January 29, 1952, to Vern and Marian (Longley) Loehndorf, Michael lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, and love.

He was a dedicated commercial pilot for Delta Airlines, logging over 13 million miles throughout his esteemed...

Joe G. Stapleton

Joe G. Stapleton

Feb 23, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Gray Stapleton, who left this world on February 23, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on November 28, 1939, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, Joe was the cherished son of the late Ralph and Ruth (Burke) Stapleton.

Joe spent his childhood in the tiny community of Ewing, Virginia nestled in...

William "Bill" C. Gaw

William "Bill" C. Gaw

Feb 22, 2026

William C. "Bill" Gaw, 83, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away February 22, 2026, at Community Hospital in Anderson after an extended illness.

He was born on September 2, 1942, in Overton County, TN to David and Ora (Terry) Gaw. William graduated from the American School in Chicago, IL. He retired from Guide Lamp, division of General Motors after thirty- two years...