OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas
Robert (Bob) Lee Ellingwood
Jul 28, 2025
Robert (Bob) Lee Ellingwood, 74, of Anderson, passed away on July 28, 2025. He was born on December 3, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Ralph Ellingwood, Sr. and Mary Flook.Bob graduated from Anderson High School, class of 1969. He served his country in the United States Army.He retired from General Motors after 30 years.He was a member of...
Annette McClure
Jul 27, 2025
On Sunday, July 27, 2025, Merrilyn Annette McClure, (Annette to her family and many friends) bravely left behind the shackles of Alzheimer's to be in peace after a brief hospital stay. She is survived by her husband, Nate McClure; her sons, Michael Reeser (Cathy), and Douglas Reeser (Sheila); and her sisters Marsha Shipman and Marty Whitaker. She also is survived...
William "Bill" F. Collins
Jul 27, 2025
William "Bill" Collins, 79, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication to his community. He was born on September 15, 1945, to his parents James and Helen Collins.Bill was a graduate of Anderson High School, and proudly served six years in the United States Army Reserve. He was a member of the...
Nakeya Nicole Williams
Jul 26, 2025
Nakeya Nicole Williams, 46, passed away July 26, 2025.Nakeya was born Feb. 6, 1979 to Walter and Karen Williams. She was a Nurse Aide at Touch of Love Homecare, enjoyed cooking, dancing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.Nakeya is survived by her son Marquan Robinson; daughter Ashilis Jackson; parents Walter Williams, Karen Williams; sisters Keisha Williams, Natreka Williams;...
Norma Jean Newcomer
Jul 24, 2025
Norma Jean Newcomer, 89, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 2:26 PM on July 24, 2025, after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loving family, including her husband, Jim; her children, Lori and Mark; her sister Phyllis; stepdaughter, Vickie; daughter-in-law, Diane; granddaughter, Aubrey; and friends Lynn and Patricia.Born in Anderson, Indiana, Norma was a lifelong resident of...
Gordon Lee Rice
Jul 23, 2025
Gordon Lee Rice, age 94, from Decatur, Indiana; Beverly Hills, Michigan; and Ave Maria, Florida died on July 23rd, 2025 in Naples, Florida. His surviving children are Kevin (married to Kathleen) and Elizabeth Rice Bruton. His daughter, Risë Rice McGee passed away June 30th, 2022. Also surviving are 6 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. His Grandson, Christopher Rice, passed away...
James Paul Gillespie
Jul 22, 2025
James Paul Gillespie, 75, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on July 22, 2025, at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis.
Born on October 27, 1949, in Anderson to Paul James and Mary Eloise Gillespie, Jim spent his childhood in his hometown, where he enjoyed playing Babe Ruth Little League baseball. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1968.
After high school,...
Kenneth Lee Miller
Jul 22, 2025
Kenneth Lee Miller, 78, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away July 22nd, 2025. Born on May 6, 1946, in Anderson to Frank H. Miller and Edith (Willis) Miller, Kenneth was one-of-a-kind—a social, sharp-witted man who could fix anything and never met a stranger.
A graduate of Pendleton High School, Class of 1964, Kenneth went straight to work at Guide Lamp before being...
Linda May James
Jul 18, 2025
Linda May James, 85, of Anderson passed away on July 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. Linda was born on March 29, 1940 in Anderson to the late Paul Lee and Eva Mae (Chambers) Haynes. Linda married the love of her life, William Thomas James, on September 10, 1955 and the two celebrated 66 years of marriage before his passing...
Martha Lou (Hockenberry) Laughlin
Jul 17, 2025
Martha Lou (Hockenberry) LaughlinMarch 17, 1931 - July 17, 2025Martha Lou (Hockenberry) Laughlin, 94, of Anderson passed away on July 17, 2025 at Northview Health and Living following an extended illness.She was born on March 17, 1931 in Anderson, IN. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1949. She received her associate degree from Indiana Business College.She worked as a...
Kerry Michael Hopper
Jul 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kerry Michael Hopper, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Kerry was born on March 29, 1961, in Anderson, and he left us peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 64. Known for his craftsmanship as a carpenter and for being the owner of his own businesses...
Alex Scott Collins
Jul 13, 2025
Alex Scott Collins, 39, of Anderson, passed away on July 13, 2025. He was born on March 20, 1986, in Anderson, Indiana, and resided most of his life in Anderson and Muncie.Alex graduated from Muncie Southside High School in 2004. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, until he was honorably discharged as a disabled veteran.Alex was...
Ronald James Clute
Jul 12, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ronald James Clute, who left us on July 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Ron was born on October 21, 1938, in Anderson, Indiana, to Richard C. and Helen Katherine (Walker) Clute.
Ron graduated from Anderson High School in 1956 and began his career right off the bat...
Emilie Mae Isenhour
Jul 10, 2025
Emilie Mae Isenhour, 96, of Anderson, passed away on 10 July at St. Vincent in Anderson. She was born March 30, 1929, in Anderson. Emilie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Nancy. She had two granddaughters, Alison Isenhour and Lauren (David) Mark. She had two great-grandsons, John David Mark and Joshua James Mark. She was preceded by...
Darrell Bowlin
Jul 10, 2025
ALEXANDRIA, IN – Darrell Bowlin, 91, entered peace and rest on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Summit Health and Living in Summitville following an extended illness.
He was born May 19, 1934, in Salt Lick, Kentucky to Gary and Ruby (Utterback) Bowlin and has lived in the Madison County area most of his lifetime. He attended Anderson High School. Darrell retired...
Sharon K. Wright
Jun 28, 2025
Sharon K. Wright, 83, of Anderson, passed away on June 28, 2025, at Rawlins House in Pendleton. She was born on July 13, 1941, in Anderson, Indiana.Sharon graduated from Anderson High School and Indiana Business School.She had worked as an Administrative Assistant for Phoenix Community Services for one year and as the office manager at Paragon Services for 8 years.She...
Sabrina Rochelle Duncan
Jun 28, 2025
Sabrina Rochelle Duncan, 44, passed away on June 28, 2025.
Sabrina was born on May 17, 1981 to Vanessa Duncan and William Duncan in Greensboro, NC. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1999 and Harrison College in 2013. Sabrina was employed at Community Hospital East, enjoyed gardening, fishing, professional sports, modeling, listening to Chris Brown and Good music, decorating, and...
Edward Harry Stumpf
Jun 27, 2025
Edward Harry Stumpf, 91, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, after a life full of love, laughter, and memories. Born on March 24, 1934, in Bloomer, Wisconsin, Edward was the cherished son of Harry and Edna (McFarlene) Stumpf. He shared a wonderful life with his beloved wife, Bernice "Nadine" Stumpf.
Edward graduated with a Bachelor's degree from...
Jo Ann Kruger
Jun 20, 2025
Jo Ann (Thompson) Kruger, 94, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. She was born on May 20, 1931, in Frankton, Indiana, the daughter of Verlyn and Isophine (Jones) Gentry.
Jo Ann graduated from Lapel High School.
She was a secretary for Farm Bureau Co-Op and retired after 38 years of service. She also...
Donald Robert Skrzyniarz
Jun 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Robert Skrzyniarz, who left us on June 15, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on June 10, 1947, in Hamtramck, Michigan, Donald was a cherished father, a dedicated veteran, and a loving friend.
He was the son of Joseph J. Skrzyniarz and Freda Mary Skrzyniarz (Pyczynaki) and was...
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