OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas

James Philip "Phil" Gollihue

James Philip "Phil" Gollihue

Jan 31, 2026

James Philip "Phil" Gollihue, 70, of Anderson, passed away on January 31, 2026, at his home. He was born on March 25, 1955, in Accoville, West Virginia, to his parents, Thelma Hall and James R. Gollihue.Phil graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1974.He spent his entire career as a mechanic, a trade he took great pride in and one...

Susan B. Bunce

Susan B. Bunce

Jan 31, 2026

Susan B. Bunce, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 31, 2026 at her residence. She was born on May 6, 1955 in Anderson, Indiana.Susan graduated from Madison Heights High School and went on to receive her bachelor's of science from Ball State University. She was a registered nurse for over 25 years.In her leisure time, Susan enjoyed gardening, was...

Jack L. Ashby

Jack L. Ashby

Jan 31, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jack L. Ashby, of Carmel, Indiana, who departed this life on January 31, 2026 at the age of 85. He was born on June 21, 1940 in Anderson to the late Kenneth Ashby and June (Wallace) Porter.

Jack graduated from Indiana University in 1964 with a Bachelor's degree in accounting....

Jaime Lynn Meeker

Jaime Lynn Meeker

Jan 28, 2026

Jaime "Roo" Lynn Meeker, 47, of Anderson, Indiana, was born on March 11, 1978, in Anderson to Rick and Gloria Bilyeu. She passed away peacefully in her home in Anderson on January 28, 2026.Jaime was a woman of loud strength, deep thought, and unmistakable authenticity. She was never afraid to be herself, and that honesty was one of the many...

Ruth Ann Dye

Ruth Ann Dye

Jan 27, 2026

Ruth Ann Dunbar Dye, age 81, passed away on January 27, 2026, in Anderson, Indiana, from natural causes.Ruth Ann was born on February 5, 1944, in Anderson, Indiana, the youngest child of Rollie Dunbar and Mildred (White) Dunbar Rushton. A lifelong resident of Anderson, she remained deeply rooted in the community she loved throughout her life.She graduated from Sulphur Springs...

Irene V. Davis

Irene V. Davis

Jan 27, 2026

Irene V. Davis, 96, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on January 27, 2026, at the Rawlins House in Pendleton. She was born on April 10, 1929, in Ingalls, Indiana. Irene graduated from Fortville High School, Class of 1947, and Beauty School. She was a homemaker and beautician, and had previously worked at Kmart, Brockway, and RCA. She enjoyed...

Barbara L. Hinton

Barbara L. Hinton

Jan 24, 2026

Barbara L. Hinton, 80, of Ingalls, Indiana, passed away January 24, 2026.

She was born on March 27, 1945, in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of Ervin and Jane (Henry) Hanle and was an Ingalls resident since 2016.

Barbara retired from General Motors in Anderson after 31 years of service.

Barbara was a 1963 graduate of Glenwood High School in Canton, Ohio and attended...

Carolyn S. Wilhoite

Carolyn S. Wilhoite

Jan 23, 2026

Carolyn Wilhoite, 92,our sweet mother and friend went home to Jesus Jan. 23rd.Those who knew or met her know that there are no words to describe our mom. Faith was the foundation of her life and she was a fierce prayer warrior. She loved deeply and gave grace from her heart to anyone and everyone. Mom was a beautiful soul...

Jane Ellen Miller

Jane Ellen Miller

Jan 23, 2026

Jane Ellen Miller went peacefully to the Lord on January 23, 2026.

Jane was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 29, 1933. Her parents, Harry M. and Irene West, moved to Anderson in 1944, where Harry founded West Electric. Jane worked in the office of West Electric until her retirement in 1996.

Jane was married to Edward J. Miller in Anderson in...

Janice D. Dean

Janice D. Dean

Jan 20, 2026

Janice D. Dean (née Bohne), 89, of Anderson, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, surrounded by her cherished daughters.

On July 15, 1936, Janice and brother, James, were born to Forrest and Ethel Bohne (Tuttle). Janice was a graduate of Anderson High School, Class of 1954 and married her high school sweetheart, Richard Dean, on December 11, 1955. Janice proudly...

James (Jim) Robert Smith

James (Jim) Robert Smith

Jan 20, 2026

James (Jim) Robert Smith, 79, went to his heavenly home on January 20, 2026, at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born March 1, 1946, in Anderson, Indiana. He was the son of Thomas Franklin and Margaret Hortence (Ryan) Smith and resided all of his life in Anderson, Indiana.

Jim graduated from Highland High School in 1964, and later...

Donald L. Gallamore

Donald L. Gallamore

Jan 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald L. Gallamore, who left us on January 20, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on November 2, 1929, to Sylva and Jennie (Ball) Gallamore, Donald lived a full life filled with family, friends, and passions.

A proud graduate of Anderson High School, Class of 1947, Donald dedicated his...

Hazel May Giering

Hazel May Giering

Jan 19, 2026

Five days shy of her 94th birthday, Hazel May Giering set down her worldly burdens and peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, January 19, 2026. Hazel was born on January 24, 1932 in Illinois to Ervin and Lena Redshaw. When her mother died, while Hazel was still an infant, family circumstances led to...

Patricia Ann Dowden

Patricia Ann Dowden

Jan 15, 2026

Patricia Ann Dowden, 83, passed away on January 15, 2026 at her residence following a brief Illness. She was born on May 29, 1942 in Anderson, the daughter of Ramond and Catherine (Burton) McIntyre.Patricia graduated from Madison Heights High School Class 1962 and went on Beauty College.She is a retired Beautician and arranged flowers for one of the area florist...

Joseph Wayne Bradford

Joseph Wayne Bradford

Jan 14, 2026

Joseph Wayne Bradford, known to friends and family as Joe. Joe left us on January 14, 2026, at the age of 48, in his hometown of Anderson, Indiana. Born on July 26, 1977, Joe was the son of Gilbert Bradford and Elvaree Williams and graduated from Highland High School in 1995.

Joe was a hard worker, most recently driving a fork...

Nancy Jane Williamson

Nancy Jane Williamson

Jan 11, 2026

Nancy Jane (Hasty) WilliamsonJune 16, 1937-January 11, 2026Nancy Jane (Hasty) Williamson, 88, formerly of Anderson passed away on January 11, 2026 after spending the day with her loving family in Cedar Rapids, Iowa following an extended illness.She was born on June 16, 1937 in Anderson, IN to Leon and Sara Hasty. She graduated from Anderson High School in the class...

Noreida J. Hall

Noreida J. Hall

Jan 10, 2026

Noreida J. Hall, August 14, 1931 - January 10, 2026Noreida Hall was a loving mother, wife, and grandmother. She graduated from Anderson High School with the Class of 1949. While at Anderson, she met her future husband, John E. Hall. Noreida and John married in January 1951. After high School Noreida went to the School of Comptometry and later worked...

Frances L. "Fran" (Smith) Armstrong

Frances L. "Fran" (Smith) Armstrong

Jan 9, 2026

Frances L. "Fran" (Smith) Armstrong, 88, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026.Fran was born September 2, 1937, in Boonville, Indiana, and worked many years at Morton Memorial Children's Home.She came to Anderson in the mid 1950's and worked many jobs in her life, such as the Anderson Newspaper Office, Columbia School Cafeteria, as a CNA at local nursing homes,...

Margaret "Smoke" Mallett

Margaret "Smoke" Mallett

Jan 9, 2026

Margaret “Smoke” Mallett, 81, passed away on Jan. 9, 2026.Margaret was the life of the party and loved playing cards and dancing. Her spirited laugh and integrity defined her. She will be greatly missed.Margaret is survived by her children Kenneth (Andrea) Woods, Terrance Collier, Tonia (Mallett) Robinson, Britt Mallett, bonus-son Therman Barclay Jr; siblings Linda Byrd, Dennis Mimms, Konnie Mimms,...

Marilyn Jane Bilbrey

Marilyn Jane Bilbrey

Jan 9, 2026

Marilyn Jane Bilbrey, 86, of Anderson, passed away on January 9, 2026. She was born on January 21, 1939, in Anderson, Indiana and resided most of her life in Anderson.Marilyn graduated from Anderson High School.She was a realtor for O.C. Clark.She was a member of East Side Church of God in Anderson and liked sewing, storytelling, and crocheting.Marilyn is survived...

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