OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas

Nancy Darlene Rushton

Nancy Darlene Rushton

May 25, 2022

Nancy Darlene Rushton, 76, of Anderson, passed away on May 25, 2022, at Methodist Hospital Indianapolis. She was born on June 15, 1945, in Marion, Indiana.

Nancy was a homemaker and member of Bethany Christian Church.

Nancy is survived by her daughter, Lisa Thompson, and nephews, Scott (Dawn) Butrum and Kreg (Penny) Vaughn.

She was preceded in death by her...

Judith Kay Williams

Judith Kay Williams

May 25, 2022

Judith Kay Williams, 82, of Gas City, passed away on May 25, 2022, at University Nursing Center Upland, IN. She was born on June 30, 1939, in Anderson, the daughter of Virgil and Esther (Pettigrew) Laws.

Judy was a 1957 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School.

She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and quilting.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents....

W. Gene Mcmahan

W. Gene Mcmahan

May 24, 2022

W. Gene McMahan, 93, of Anderson, passed away May 24, 2022 at Community Hospital in Anderson.

He was born July 16, 1928 in Waynetown, IN, the son of Clarence and Lois (Keup) McMahan. He graduated with honors from Purdue University with a degree in chemical engineering and received his master’s in business degree from Ball State University.

He was employed...

Karen Sue Wilson

Karen Sue Wilson

May 23, 2022

Karen Sue Wilson, age 64, of Elwood, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022 surrounded by her family at her residence following a well lived life full of joy and wonderful experiences. She was born in Anderson on August 12, 1957, to the late Charles and Joyce (Crume) Wilson, and following their deaths was raised by her aunt and uncle,...

Brenda Gale Thomas

Brenda Gale Thomas

May 22, 2022

Brenda Gale (Bowmer) Thomas, 42 of Anderson passed peacefully at home on May 22, 2022.

She was born September 6, 1979, the daughter of Kenneth Dale "Kenny" and Vickie Gale (Ferguson) Bowmer. She was a customer service representative at Red Hot Motors for 8 years. She loved watching movies especially Harry Potter, playing games on the computer and spending time...

Peggy L. Paynter

Peggy L. Paynter

May 22, 2022

Peggy L. Paynter, 91, of Anderson, passed away on May 22, 2022, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus, Anderson.

She was born on January 10, 1931, in Anderson, the daughter Harold and Pearl (Gipe) Hosier.

Peggy had worked in retail sales for F.W. Woolworth's, retiring after 18 years of service.

She loved to cook and also enjoyed cleaning.

Peggy is survived...

Michael E. Walker

Michael E. Walker

May 20, 2022

Michael E. Walker, 75, of Pendleton, passed away on May 20, 2022, at the Pleasant View Lodge. He was born on November 5, 1946, in Anderson, Indiana where he resided most of his life.

Michael graduated from Anderson High School and was a very proud Anderson Indian. He served his country in the Army as an SP5 (T) SEE E5....

David C. Case

David C. Case

May 18, 2022

David C. Case, 41, of Anderson and formerly of Middletown passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on October 30, 1980 in Anderson, IN, a son of Daniel (step-mother: Beth) Case of Shelbyville and Janet (step-father: Michael Reedy) Case of Middletown.

David was a 1999 graduate of Shenandoah High School and went...

Carolynn Ann Longnaker

Carolynn Ann Longnaker

May 17, 2022

Carolynn Ann (Brown) Longnaker, 81, Anderson died of a sudden illness on May 17, 2022, at home.

Carolynn was born November 16, 1940 in Knoxville, Tennessee, the daughter of Carl and Bertha (Lamb) Brown. She was a business manager at Bethany Christian Church retiring after 18 years. She was office manager at Longnaker Law Office and Mounds State Park, sold...

Ronald A. Mcwithey

Ronald A. Mcwithey

May 11, 2022

Ronald A. "Ron" McWithey, 87, of Anderson, passed away on May 11, 2022, in Anderson. He was born on March 24, 1935, in Anderson, the son of James and Lorena (Gordon) McWithey.

He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He was a member of U.A.W.

Ron bowled in the senior league at the former Cooper's Sport Bowl....

Donna J. Greene

Donna J. Greene

May 9, 2022

Donna J. Greene, 92, of Anderson passed away on May 9, 2022, at Miller's Merry Manor in Middletown. She was born on May 7, 1930, the daughter of Joseph and Ada Smith.

She spent her whole life in Anderson. She was a member of the South Meridian Church of God. Spending time with family and friends is what she enjoyed,...

Virginia Ruth Fox

Virginia Ruth Fox

May 9, 2022

Virginia Ruth Fox, 101, of Middletown, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2022, after a long and fulfilling life.

Virginia was born on February 17, 1921, in Osgood, Indiana, the daughter of William Albert and Goldie Pearl Knapp.

Virginia was married to the love of her life for 71 glorious years. She was very active in the...

Rosella Marie Huff

Rosella Marie Huff

May 9, 2022

Rosella Marie (Karr) Huff, 87, of Anderson, passed away on May 9, 2022. She was born on May 27, 1934, in Anderson, Indiana, where she resided all of her life.

Rosella attended Anderson High School.

She was the office manager for Dr. Tavel in Anderson and retired after 14 years of service.

She enjoyed dancing with her husband and friends...

Sarah Rebecca Murdock

Sarah Rebecca Murdock

May 8, 2022

Sarah Rebecca "Millie" Murdock, 95, of Anderson, was reunited with her kids on Mother's Day, May 8, 2022. She was born on April 29, 1927, in Davidson, Tennessee.

She worked at Arrow Cleaners in Anderson with her sister and niece, and retired from Container Corporation of America after 30 years of service After retirement, she worked at Gustin's Garden Shop...

Harry E. Williams

Harry E. Williams

May 8, 2022

Harry E Williams, 93, of Anderson, passed away on May 8, 2022, at his home. He was born on May 31, 1928, in Sullivan, Indiana.

He retired from the Delco-Remy Division of General Motors.

Harry is survived by his children, Donna Isenhour and Donald Williams; siblings, Larry Williams, and Barb Eldridge; grandson, Gregory Isenhour; great-grandchildren, Alex Isenhour and Alexis Provost;...

Lois C. Fox

Lois C. Fox

May 7, 2022

Lois C. “Tina” Fox, 75, of Knightstown, IN passed away on May 7, 2022 at Addison Place Assisted Living in New Castle. Tina was born on November 2, 1946 in Anderson, IN. She had an important job, she was a homemaker and spent many years raising her children with her loving husband, Gary. They were married for 46 years before...

Mary M. Tolle-Grieb

Mary M. Tolle-Grieb

May 7, 2022

Mary Martha (Porter) Tolle-Grieb, 92, lifetime Anderson resident, passed away following an extended illness on May 7, 2022 at Primrose of Anderson.

She was born on September 5, 1929, in Anderson, the daughter of Frank R. and Elsie M. (Wilson) Porter.

She was a 1947 graduate of Anderson High School and attended Anderson Business College. She was later employed by...

Wanda L. Thacker

Wanda L. Thacker

May 6, 2022

Wanda (Butler) Thacker, 96, Sarasota, FL, and formerly of Anderson, passed away May 6, 2022. She was born March 10, 1926, in Anderson, the daughter of Virgil and Armilda Butler.

Wanda graduated from Anderson High School in 1944 and married Delbert Wayne Thacker in December of 1945. They made their home in Anderson where they raised a family and lived...

Larie A. Thompson

Larie A. Thompson

May 6, 2022

Larie A. Thompson, 87, of Pendleton, passed away on May 6, 2022, at Community Hospital Anderson with her family by her side. She was born on October 28, 1934, in Union City, IN, the daughter of Orus and Opal (Bayless) Moore.

Larie grew up in the Union City area.

She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who gave great...

Ellen Ann Kelley

Ellen Ann Kelley

May 3, 2022

Ellen Ann Kelley, 75, of Pendleton, entered into the arms of the Lord after an extended illness on May 3, 2022. She was born on June 20, 1946, in Patterson, New Jersey, and resided most of her life in Pendleton.

Ellen graduated from Eastside High School in 1964, and then attended one year at Fairleigh-Dickenson College. She then worked in...

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