OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas

George William "Bill" Givens

George William "Bill" Givens

Mar 17, 2025

George William “Bill” GivensAugust 23, 1944- March 17, 2025George William “Bill” Givens, 80, of New Palestine, IN, passed away at home on March 17, 2025.He was born on August 23, 1944 in Anderson, the son of Roy and Edith (Stottlemyer) Givens.He graduated from Lapel High School in 1962 and served in the US Army from 1962-65. He was employed 34...

Dennis Boren Ashby

Dennis Boren Ashby

Mar 14, 2025

Dennis Boren AshbyJuly 20, 1959- March 14, 2025Dennis Boren Ashby passed away peacefully at his residence in Lombard, Illinois on Friday morning, March 14, 2025, after a short illness.He was born in Anderson, Indiana to Frances Lucille Ashby and Virgil L. Ashby on July 20, 1959, and was a 1977 graduate of Anderson High School and attended Taylor University and...

David M. Kroll

David M. Kroll

Mar 13, 2025

David M. KrollApril 17, 1968- March 13, 2025David M. Kroll, 56, passed away on March 13, 2025 from a tragic cycling accident. Cycling was his favorite activity and although his untimely passing is extremely difficult, he was doing what he enjoyed most.He was born on April 17, 1968 in South Bend, IN to Terrance and Marcia Kroll. He graduated from...

Gary N. Taylor

Gary N. Taylor

Mar 11, 2025

Gary N. Taylor, 53, of Anderson, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2025, at the St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. He was born on June 6, 1971, in Anderson, Indiana, where he resided all of his life.Gary graduated from Pendleton High School in 1989.He worked on the family farm, Hearthside Farms, Inc., and at Vertical Cold Storage in Pendleton for...

Richard Tyrone Patterson Sr.

Richard Tyrone Patterson Sr.

Mar 10, 2025

Richard Tyrone Patterson, Sr., 84, of Anderson, passed away peacefullyon March 10, 2025.

He was born June 12,1940 to the late William and Mary Patterson. At ayoung age, he accepted Christ at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church.Richard graduated from Anderson High School in 1959. He married the lateDelores E. Patterson in 1962 and together they created a life dedicated tolove, family and...

Dean William Croke

Dean William Croke

Mar 7, 2025

Dean William Croke, 81, of Anderson, passed away on March 7, 2025, at his home. He was born on July 28, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana.Dean graduated from Anderson High School, the first class out of the Wigwam. He served his country in the US Army Reserves.He retired from General Motors. He was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and...

Roxie "Joan" Hale

Roxie "Joan" Hale

Mar 6, 2025

Roxie “Joan” Hale, 85, passed away peacefully at home with husband at her bedside. She was born in Knightstown, Indiana, on May 2, 1939, to the late Leonard and Zepha Jackson. In 2014, she and her husband, Richard, relocated to Sebring, Florida, after many years in Indiana.

Joan worked in the automotive industry for 30 years before retiring. She was a...

Wilma Sue Hensley

Wilma Sue Hensley

Mar 6, 2025

Wilma "Sue" Hensley, 87, of Anderson, passed away on March 6, 2025. She was born on October 17, 1937 in Sullivan, Indiana, the daughter of Catherine and Boze Haskett.Sue worked as a bartender at the Hide-Away Bar in Anderson for many years.She loved to watch her sports and was an avid Cubs fan.Wilma is survived by her children, Cathy Garrison,...

Judith "Judy" M. Webber-Delph

Judith "Judy" M. Webber-Delph

Mar 5, 2025

Judith (Judy) M Webber-Delph, 91, of Columbus, IN, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Columbus Regional Hospital. She was born November 19, 1933, in Anderson, IN the daughter of Walter L. and Marietta M. (Stinson) Trick. They preceded her in death.

Judith graduated from Anderson High School in 1951. She continued her education at Ball State University, receiving her bachelor’s...

Howard John Penrod

Howard John Penrod

Mar 4, 2025

Howard John Penrod, 81, of Anderson passed away at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Elwood following an extended illness.He was born on October 28, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to Howard S. and Anna (Bolton) Penrod. He graduated from Horace Mann High School in San Diego, CA. He served in the US Marine Corp in the 4th Armor Tank Division.He worked...

Daniel Clifton Weedman

Daniel Clifton Weedman

Mar 3, 2025

DANIEL CLIFTON WEEDMAN went home to Heaven on Monday, March 3, 2025, after an intense two-year fight with cancer. He was born on January 1, 1962, at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana, to E. Dwight and Juanita K. Weedman. He was their third child.

Daniel grew up in Chesterfield, Indiana. As a child, he was fascinated with keys, slide projectors,...

William Lee Massey

William Lee Massey

Mar 1, 2025

In Memory of William L. Massey, June 11, 1940-March 1, 2025.

William "Bill" Lee Massey, 84, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on March 1, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderson.

He was born on June 11, 1940, in Anderson to Robert and Madonna (Stinson) Massey. Bill was a dedicated fireman and the proud owner of Edmonson's Rug & Carpet Cleaning....

Larry Lee Smith

Larry Lee Smith

Mar 1, 2025

On March 1, 2025, Larry Lee Smith, 82, of Anderson, Indiana, a true and devoted Christian was called home to be with the Lord. He was born on September 26, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana. Larry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Larry was a proud veteran who served in the U.S. Navy, from 1960 to 1966. He...

Harold "Lindy" Lindamood Jr.

Harold "Lindy" Lindamood Jr.

Feb 28, 2025

Harold "Lindy" Lindamood, 96, passed away on February 28, 2025, in Kenneth City, Florida. He was born on October 16, 1928, in Fortville, Indiana.

Lindy proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War before embarking on a long career with General Motors. After his retirement, he relocated to Florida, where he enjoyed his later years.

He had a passion for...

Thomas Lee Templeton

Thomas Lee Templeton

Feb 28, 2025

Thomas Lee Templeton, age 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully, on Friday, February 28, 2025. Tom was born May 30, 1936 in Anderson, Indiana to Herbert and Edythe (Stiner) Templeton.

Tom and his devoted wife Virginia were married for 67 and 1/2 years. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle; he is survived by his wife, Virginia, his...

Joseph Ruppert Riley

Joseph Ruppert Riley

Feb 26, 2025

Joseph Ruppert Riley, born December 10, 1947, in Anderson, Indiana, to Richard and Dora Dean Riley, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Chesterfield, Indiana.

Joe grew up in Anderson, Indiana and attended Great Commission School and in his younger years, attended Main Street Church of God. He worked as an auto body repairman and took pride in his work. He...

Mark Tracey Nelson

Mark Tracey Nelson

Feb 26, 2025

Mark Tracey Nelson, age 61 passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

Mark’s life was defined by his dedication to family, country, and his craft. He is lovingly remembered as a devoted father, husband, brother, friend, and soldier.

Mark is survived by his daughter, Laurali; his three sons—Tyler (with daughter-in-law Annie and granddaughter Emery), Nicholas (with grandsons Lyle and Everett), and Elijah;...

James Edgar Land

James Edgar Land

Feb 25, 2025

James Edgar (Ed) Land, 90, of Anderson, went to see his Lord and Savior on February 25, 2025 at the Bethany Pointe Health Campus following a brief illness.He was born on December 20, 1934 to Charles and Lucille (Butler) Land at Fairfield, IL. He graduated Markleville High School in 1953. Ed worked as a Plastic Mold Maker for General Motors...

Patricia J. Francis-Shaffer

Patricia J. Francis-Shaffer

Feb 24, 2025

Patricia J. "Great-Great" Shaffer, 88, of Anderson passed away February 24, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her children. She was born on April 19, 1936, in Anderson to Carl & Carolyn (Hoose) Ballentine.

Patricia graduated from St. Mary's School in 1954. Patricia enjoyed crocheting sweaters and afghans as well as sewing pajamas every Christmas. She was the head chair- woman...

Joyce R. Kidder

Joyce R. Kidder

Feb 20, 2025

Joyce R. Kidder, 78, of New Castle, passed away on February 20, 2025. She was born on November 17, 1946, in Greensburg, Indiana.Joyce graduated from Anderson High School, class of 1965, and attended Ball State.She was a salesperson for Hillyard.She loved gardening, painting, and her dogs.Joyce is survived by her brothers, Mike (Deborah Lee) Kidder and Rick (Lynn) Kidder; nephews,...

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