OBITUARIES

Jul 2, 2022

Marilyn Irene (Van Horn) Troth, 89, passed away July 2, 2022 at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born in Tipton County, Indiana, the daughter of Lee and Irene (Heagy) VanHorn. She is survived by her children; Sandy Leist, Bill Planck, Scott Slack, Penny Berkey; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; brother, Phillip Van Horn; sister, Shirley Bunnell;...

Jul 2, 2022

Richard E. Wiseman, 89, of Anderson, passed away on July 2, 2022, at his residence.

He was born on November 12, 1932, in Anderson, the son of Spencer L. and Cora L. (Brown) Wiseman.

Richard retired from General Motors, having worked as an electrician at both Guide Lamp and Delco-Remy.

He served as an adult leader in the Boy Scouts...

Jun 30, 2022

Martha Sue Morgan of Anderson died on June 30, 2022. Sue was born on the family farm on October 10, 1929. She was the daughter of Helen (Kirk) and Ward Tupman. She was the granddaughter of Hector D. Kirk. Sue graduated from Anderson High School in 1947 and attended Ball State University and Indiana Business College.

Sue was actively involved...

Jun 30, 2022

Dorothy M. Johnson, 94, of Alexandria, entered into peace and rest from Summit Health and Living in Summitville on Thursday, June 30, 2022, after an extended illness.

She was born on March 4, 1928, to George and Lora Mae (Smith) Massie. She lived in Madison County all of her life.

Dorothy worked at Delco Remy in Anderson for 39 years....

Jun 30, 2022

Betty Lou Page, 97, of Anderson, peacefully went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2022, at her home. She was born to Arthur and Naomi Badgley on September 2, 1924, in Anderson, where she resided her entire life.

Betty graduated from Anderson High School in 1942.

She attended Main Street Church of God and Meadowbrook Church of Christ....

Jun 27, 2022

John Wesley Menifee, 87, passed away June 27, 2022.

John was born Apr. 18, 1935 to James and Janie Menifee in Union Springs, AL. He was a 1953 Anderson High School graduate and retired from GM. John enjoyed fishing, recycling cans, sitting on the front porch and spending time with family and friends.

John is survived by his wife Iceyphine...

Jun 26, 2022

Sandra Cookman Ross, 75, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2018, following complications from a long term struggle with COPD. Sandi was surrounded by her loving husband, Max O. Ross, her children, grandchildren and many other family members and friends during her 2 week stay in the ICU at St. Vincent's Hospital, Indianapolis and St. Vincent's Hospice House.

Born on...

Jun 26, 2022

Shirley June (Poor) Hatt, 86, of Anderson, died Sunday, June 26, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital Anderson following a brief illness. She was born on August 30, 1935 in Anderson, the daughter of Carl and Bertha (Saunders) Poor. She was employed for 30 years by Delco Remy in Anderson and was affiliated with the Church of God. She loved spending...

Jun 25, 2022

William Bernard Patton Jr., a lifelong resident of Anderson passed away on June 25, 2022, after an extended illness. He was 77 years of age.

He is preceded in death by his father William Patton, Sr,; his step-father, Gerald L. Stoner; mother, Helen Jean (Noland) Stoner; brother, Dennis L. Stoner, and son, Nathan Allen Patton.

Bill graduated from Madison Heights...

Jun 25, 2022

James Edward Thrasher Jr., age 64, currently residing in Pendleton, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2022, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born on September 7, 1957, to James Edward Thrasher Sr. and Esther Lucile Thrasher.

James worked as an automotive diesel mechanic for many years before becoming a sales rep for Best Way Disposal. He loved to...

Jun 23, 2022

Patrick Gordon Van Winkle, 64, of Anderson, passed away on June 23, 2022 at his residence. He was born on April 8, 1958 in Anderson to the late Gordon and Lynell (Kugler) Van Winkle.

Patrick graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1976. He attended Indiana University. He married Jodi Novak on June 7, 1980. Patrick retired from the Title...

Jun 18, 2022

Dale Alan Rice, 82, of Anderson, passed away on June 18th, 2022, at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on March 5, 1940, in Greensburg, Indiana to the late Andrew and Mary Lois (Vanderdur) Rice.

Dale served his country in the United States Navy. He received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He retired from Guide Lamp as a...

Jun 17, 2022

Phyllis J Lollar, 88, of Anderson, passed away after a courageous fight with cancer on June 17, 2022. She was born on October 21, 1933 to the late Gerald Keith Dodd Sr. and Mary Ruth (Staton) Dodd in Anderson, Indiana.

Phyllis graduated from Anderson High School in 1952. She attended Anderson Business College, Indiana Business College and Anderson College. She...

Jun 17, 2022

Marybell Spiker, 85, of Middletown passed away Friday, June 17, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital-Anderson. She was born October 9, 1936 in Anderson, Indiana to the late Frank and Helen (Strickland) Begley.

She was a 1955 graduate of Anderson High School, then later joined the U.S. Air Force and served from 1959-1961. While in the Air Force, she earned her...

Jun 12, 2022

Norma Jean Roemer, 92, of Anderson, passed away on June 12, 2022. She was born on May 25, 1930, in Anderson, Indiana.

Norma graduated from St. Mary's High School, Class of 1948.

She retired as a service desk clerk for 17 years at K-mart and had previously worked at Hoosier Market, Spiegel. After retirement, she worked at Flowers by Mary...

Jun 11, 2022

Barbara Gail Shannon, 77, of Anderson, went home to be with Jesus on June 11, 2022She was born on March 20, 1945, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, and resided most of her life in Anderson.She was a homemaker that loved to bake, cook, write poetry, read, and was involved in art and many crafts.She was employed by AMVETS 692.Barbara was also involved...

Jun 11, 2022

David A. Paschal, 78, of Anderson, IN passed away on June 11, 2022, in Anderson after his 5 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. David was born on November 26, 1943, to the late Meredith and Ione (Knobloch) Paschal.

David was married to his beloved wife Wanda Paschal for nearly 45 years. He was a graduate from Markleville High School in...

Jun 10, 2022

Howard “Bud” Allen Summitt, 95, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 16, 2022.

He was born March 22, 1927, in Corydon, to the late, Elijah & Carrie (Livengood) Summitt. Bud worked at Dietzen’s Bakery where he met Freda Smothers, who would become his beloved bride for over 75 years. He then went on to retire from...

Jun 6, 2022

Lelia May Combs, 92, passed away Monday, June 6, 2022, in Anderson.

She was born May 22, 1930, in Hanover to the late Alger & Lois (Houston). Lelia worked as a machine operator at Brookside Corp in the 60’s before working at a dry cleaner’s for a few years.

She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Harry K....

May 31, 2022

Jack Keaton, 51, passed away May 31, 2022.

He was born February 8, 1971, in Anderson. Jack had worked as a driver for V&S Transport, Terrence Smith, & Buck’s Trash Company. He was a sportsman who love fishing, hunting, and watching racing.

Jack is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kristal (Saylor) Keaton; parents, Johnny Joe & Judith Kay...