OBITUARIES

Feb 21, 2022

Thomas C. Heagy, 76, of Middletown passed away on February 21, 2022 at Miller’s Merry Manor following an extended illness. He was born on August 2, 1945 in Middletown, IN to Orville C. and Eva Pauline Heagy. He retired from General Motors working in production. He is survived by his brother, Timothy Heagy of Anderson and several nieces and nephews....

Feb 20, 2022

Charles Tyler “Ty” Riddle, 36, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away on February 20, 2022. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service at 229 South Rangeline Road, Anderson, IN. Visitation will be held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service. Burial will be held immediately following the services at...

Feb 20, 2022

Anna Pearl (Gayles) Alexander, known to friends and family as Annie Pearl or Ms. Pearl, was born on October 18th, 1922, in Pratt City, Alabama to Rivers Gayles and Katie Belle (Rumph) Gayles. She attended the Birmingham Public Schools and graduated from Industrial High School. Education was essential to her – she even earned perfect attendance during the 1938-1939 school...

Feb 18, 2022

Andrew Grabowski, 53, of Anderson, passed away on February 18, 2022, at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on March 10, 1968, in Dearborn, MI, the son of William and Irena Grabowski.

Andy served his country in the United States Navy onboard the USS Downes (FF-1070) and the National Guard with the 138th Signal Battalion.

He was an engineer...

Feb 18, 2022

Martin Carachure Toledo, de 98 años, falleció en Betz Nursing Home en Auburn, IN el 18 de Febrero de 2022. Nació en Salitre, Guerrero México el 11 de Diciembre de 1923.

Martin era un trabajador extremadamente duro que disfrutaba trabajar para mantener a su familia. Le encantaba jugar dominó y billar. Siempre estaba contando historias sobre su vida. Fue un...

Feb 17, 2022

Robert H. Taylor, 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 17, 2022 after an extended illness. Robert was born in Frankton on November 7, 1930, son of Robert H. and Elosa F. (Allen) Taylor but was a lifelong resident of Anderson. On September 17, 1950, he married his high school sweetheart, Marvenia (Schoonover) Taylor and...

Feb 17, 2022

Joan Kay Patterson, (maiden name, Joan Kay Gilbert), died peacefully in the presence of her beloved family in Anderson, IN on February 17, 2022.

Born in Anderson on February 18, 1940, Joan is survived by her loving husband, Dick Patterson, her son, Rick Patterson (daughter-in-law, April Patterson, granddaughter, Ripley and grandson, Dylan), daughter Rebecca Patterson (son-in-law Seth Kramer), step-son, Mike...

Feb 11, 2022

Robert G Porter May 05, 1946 – February 11, 2022

Robert (Bob) Porter passed away February 11, 2022 when his larger-than-life heart gave out.

Bob, or Robby Bobby Boo as he is known to some, was born May 05, 1946 to the late Leon and Lavern Porter. He graduated from Anderson High School and then went on to serv his...

Feb 10, 2022

Clinton Michael Harrison, age 73, passed away, February 10, 2022 at his home near Atlanta, Indiana.

He was born July 15, 1948 at Greensburg, Indiana to Dolphus Monroe and Mary Belle (Hall) Harrison. His parents preceded him in death.

After completing his education, he honorably served his country in the U.S. Army. His decorations and medals included Expert (Rifle) ,...

Feb 9, 2022

Phyllis M. Jones, 92, life long Anderson resident, went to be with the Lord February 9, 2022 at her residence. Phyllis was born February 24, 1929 in Anderson, the daughter of Harry Guy and Mary Edith (Denny) Pickrell. She was a graduate of Anderson College and obtained her masters degree from Ball State University. She was a physical education teacher...

Feb 8, 2022

Betty "Zane" Whitcomb, 90, of Anderson, passed away on February 8, 2022, at Countryside Manor Health and Living Community Anderson, IN. She was born on May 9, 1931, in Linton, Indiana.

Zane graduated from Linton Stockton High School.

She retired from JC Penney after 25 years of service.

She loved to crochet and sew, which she did beautifully, and loved...

Feb 6, 2022

Iva Marie Allender, 97, of Anderson, passed away surrounded by her family on February 6, 2022, at her home. She was born on November 22, 1924, in North Vernon, Indiana, to Earl and Florence (Black) Rogers.

Marie attended Washington High School.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Marie was a devoted Christian and member of the East...

Feb 6, 2022

Rev. Arlena Sue (Rybolt) Wood, 80, of Anderson died on February 6, 2022 at IU Health North in Carmel after an extended illness. She was born on September 27, 1941 in Anderson to Hansel and Frances (Wright) Rybolt. She graduated from Anderson High School and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Accounting along with a minor in Music from Anderson College....

Feb 4, 2022

Esta Mae Hunter, age 95, of Sheridan, passed away on Friday morning, February 4, 2022, at Rawlins House of Pendleton, Indiana. Born July 28, 1926, in Jamestown, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Marvin V. and Mary F. (Cragun) Barker.

Shortly after graduating from Sheridan High School in 1944, Esta Mae went to work for Firestone, and...

Feb 4, 2022

Judith A. Stone, age 87, of Anderson, passed away on February 4, 2022 at St. Vincent Anderson. She was born on October 10, 1934 to the late Glenn and Floss Ulrey.

She loved her name and being called Judith Ann. She was an active member of Delta Sigma Kappa and held all of the various offices. She was a 50+...

Feb 4, 2022

Joseph Lee Branch, 93, of Anderson, passed away surrounded by his family on February 4, 2022. He was born on September 30, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, where he resided most of his life.

Joe graduated from Anderson High School.

He was a master of many talents and a jack of all trades. He spent his early years working as a...

Feb 3, 2022

ANDERSON — Michael Ricci passed away on Feb. 3, 2022. He was born to Judy and Tony Ricci on Feb. 23, 1963. Mike graduated from Highland High School in 1981. He owned Ricci's Construction for 30 years. He was a member of Hogs, Brother of Third Wheel, was director of Anderson Abate. He loved to travel, ride motorcycles, and raise...

Feb 3, 2022

Dr. Charles Ross King, died peacefully on Feb. 3, 2022, at the age of 96 in Chandler, Arizona. His wife of 73 years, Frances Pamela King, and their son, Charles Conrad King, were by his side. Charles was born Aug. 22, 1925, in Nevada, Iowa, the son of Carl Russell King and Sarah Dorothy Mills. He was the patriarch of...

Feb 3, 2022

Anna E. Frazee, 99, of Anderson, went to be with her Lord Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Compassus Hospice in Indianapolis following a brief illness.

She was born on December 27, 1922, in Jamestown, Kentucky, the daughter of William O. and Leora (Helm) Loy.

Anna had 14 brothers and sisters.

She is survived by two daughters, Suzanne Taylor and Karen...

Feb 2, 2022

Juanita J. Chapin, 89, of Anderson, IN passed away after an extended illness on February 2, 2022. Juanita was born on April 10, 1932 in Anderson to Leo and Leora (Beard) Price. Juanita worked at Roslyn Bakery for 15 years and always brought home sweet treats. She was a greeter for New Life Church and Lake Gibson Church of the...