Ronald L. Cox
Sep 2, 2025
Ronald Lee CoxJune 29, 1932-September 2, 2025Ronald Lee Cox, 93, passed on September 2, 2025 at Bethany Pointe Health Campus after a brief illness.He was born on June 29, 1932 in Anderson and was a lifelong resident.Ron was employed by Delco Remy as a draftsman and retired in 1987 after 36 years of service.He was an Anderson High School graduate...
Judith M. Franklin
Aug 27, 2025
Judith Monzelle Franklin, 87, of Anderson, passed away on August 27, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 19, 1938, in Anderson, Indiana, to her parents, Walter D. and Ruby M. Carpenter.Judy attended Anderson High School.She retired as an inspector from General Motors after 30 years of service. However, her passion in life was singing...
Teddy (Ted) Morgan Harbit
Aug 24, 2025
Teddy (Ted) Morgan Harbit, age 90, of Summitville, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 in the home of his daughter and son (in-law) who were blessed to care for him over the past 14 months as he fought like a champ after losing his leg and battled Alzheimer’s. In his last moments, his family finds comfort knowing he entered...
Mattie Louise Hayes
Aug 24, 2025
Our beloved Mattie Louise (Ledger) Hayes passed peacefully from this life on August 24, 2025.Born September 28,1928, in Pineville, Kentucky, Mattie began life in the Appalachians, moving to Indiana when she was three. Her parents Robert and Grace Ledger died when she was 13, leaving her and six siblings who also preceded her in death: Paul Ledger, William (Bill) Ledger,...
Ruthita Marie Joy
Aug 23, 2025
Ruthita Marie (Sullivan) Joy, 100, passed away on August 23, 2025, in Anderson, Indiana. Ruthita was born on October 1, 1924, in West Terre Haute, Indiana, to Maurice and Frances (Mann) Sullivan. She lived a fulfilling life filled with love and family, having been married to her dear husband Harold Joy for an incredible 56 years before he passed away.
Ruthita...
Janice Kay Terry
Aug 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janice Kay Terry, who left us on August 22, 2025, in Lebanon, Ohio at the age of 87. Born on September 11, 1937, to Charles and Vera (Short) Murray, Janice was a beloved figure to her family and friends alike.
For 30 years, Janice dedicated herself as a data processor,...
Nancy Cheeseman
Aug 21, 2025
Nancy Cheeseman, age 89, a resident of Portland, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Persimmon Ridge in Portland.
Nancy was born February 19, 1936, in Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of Herbert and Jeanette (Steele) Stout. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1954 and attended Ball State University. Nancy worked on the family farm and was a member of...
John A. Cooper
Aug 20, 2025
MUNCIE – John A. Cooper, 74, passed away early Wednesday morning, August 20, 2025 at his home.
He was born on July 18, 1951 in Anderson, the son of Robert A. and June (Clements) Cooper and graduated from Indiana School for the Deaf in 1970. He married Mary A. Carter on November 22, 1997.
John worked for Denny’s Flooring in Anderson for...
Stephen Trent Galloway
Aug 19, 2025
Stephen Trent Galloway, 58, passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2025. Born on June 28, 1967, in Fort Wayne, Steve was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Known for his big heart, strong will, and straightforward nature, he was the patriarch of his family and a man who always told you what you needed to hear, not just what...
Donald Arthur "Don" Lawler
Aug 16, 2025
Donald Arthur “Don” LawlerJune 27, 1928- August 16, 2025Donald Arthur “Don” Lawler, 97, of Anderson passed away on August 16, 2025 at Grand Brook Memory Care in Fishers, IN following an extended illness.He was born on June 27, 1928 in Anderson, IN to the late Garland and Hazel (Woodruff) Lawler. He graduated from Anderson High School in the class of...
Ladonna Jean Vandergrift
Aug 15, 2025
Ladonna Jean (Basicker) VandergriftOctober 28, 1937- August 15, 2025Ladonna Jean (Basicker) Vandergrift, 87, of Anderson passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025 at Northview Community Healthcare surrounded by loved ones as she went into the loving arms of Jesus Christ.Ladonna was born on October 28, 1937 in Anderson, Indiana to Ross and Esther (Barrett) Basicker.She was a Canteen cashier at...
Cynthia Jo Alford
Aug 10, 2025
Cynthia Jo Alford, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on August 10, 2025, at the age of 67. She was born on January 16, 1958, in Anderson to Jerry and Carol Alford.
A graduate of Highland High School, Class of 1976, Cindy went on to pursue her calling as a nurse, serving with skill and compassion throughout her career. She worked at...
Robert W. Mason
Aug 7, 2025
Robert W. Mason, 83, of Anderson, passed away on August 7, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1941, in West Terre Haute, Indiana, to the late Floyd W. Mason and Wilma W. (Kersey) James.
On June 8, 1968, Robert married the love of his life, Doris Jeanne Schild, and together they shared 57 wonderful years of marriage. He spent much...
Robert D. Griner
Aug 7, 2025
Robert D. Griner, 83, of Debary, FL, formerly of Anderson, IN, passed away on August 7, 2025. He was born on September 3, 1941, in Greensburg, IN, the son of Paul A. and Helen (Williams) GrinerBob graduated from North Vernon High School, and upon graduating he moved to Anderson.He worked for General Motors, and retired after 30 years of service....
David Morris Edwards
Aug 7, 2025
David Morris EdwardsSeptember 29, 1947- August 7, 2025David M. Edwards, 77, passed away August 7, 2025 at his home in Anderson.He was born on September 29, 1947 in Bedford, Indiana, the son of Denzel and Martha (Clouse) Edwards.He served in the US Air Force.David was retired from General Motors and was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing.He...
Joel Ruiz Mejia
Aug 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Joel Ruiz-Mejia, just 25 years young, who left us on August 2, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. Born on September 18, 1999, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Joel was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. Joel graduated from Anderson High School and built...
Lawrence "Salt" Santine
Aug 1, 2025
Lawrence “Salt” Santine made his fini flight into heaven on 1 Aug 2025, after an extended illness. He was an Air Force veteran who served his country for 28 years and 9 months. After retiring from the Air Force as a boom operator, he had his own FedEx route, was a mechanic at Button Motors and McGonigals, sold guns at...
Loretta Jean Fox
Jul 30, 2025
Loretta Jean (Allen) Fox, 90, of Pendleton, died July 30, 2025, at her home.
She was born in Anderson, Indiana on September 23, 1934, to the late Robert James and Ruth (Stern) and was a longtime Pendleton resident.
Loretta Jean retired as a cafeteria worker from South Madison School Corporation. Previously she had started her career with Anderson Community Schools. She was...
Christine Moore Smith
Jul 29, 2025
Christine Moore Smith of Indianapolis passed away July 29 at Allison Point Health Care Facility. She was born to Robert Lee Moore and Mary Audrey Estes Moore on July 13, 1944.She graduated from Middletown High School in Middletown IN and received a Bachelor’s Degree from Ball State University in Muncie, IN and a Masters Degree from Eastern Kentucky University in...
Teresa Lynn Campbell
Jul 29, 2025
Teresa Lynn Campbell, 67, of Matthews, passed away on July 29, 2025, at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, Indiana. She was born on July 7, 1958, in Pasco, Washington, and resided most of her life in Matthews, Indiana.Teresa graduated from Marion High School and retired as a Phlebotomist from Marion General Hospital.In retirement, Teresa spent much of her time as homemaker,...