OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas
Dean Richard Allen
May 30, 2022
Dean Richard Allen, 55, of Noblesville, passed away unexpectedly after a heart attack on May 30, 2022 at his residence.
He was born on April 19, 1967, the son of Harry B. and Shirley J. (Oliver) Allen. He was a mortgage broker for many years and owned and operated a limousine service and auto hail repair business. Dean enjoyed fishing,...
Jack E. Smith
May 30, 2022
Jack Ervin Smith, 84, of Lee County, GA, died May 30, 2022 at his residence. A graveside funeral service will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 1 p.m. at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
Mr. Smith was born in Anderson, IN on June 21, 1937 to Ivan and Marcella Smith. He served in the Indiana National Guard for eight...
Sally Irene Ruefenacht
May 29, 2022
Sally Irene “Rene” (Sanders) Ruefenacht, 98, of Anderson passed away with her family by her side on May 29, 2022 at her home. She was born on January 11, 1924 in Wise, Virginia to William Guy and Lucy Ellen (Dotson) Sanders.
She worked at Delco Remy and retired after 30 years. During World War II she worked on the Manhattan...
Thelma Eugene Bowmer
May 29, 2022
Thelma Eugene “Jean” (Petty) Bowmer, 84, of Dunedin, Florida passed away on May 29, 2022 at Manor Care Dunedin Nursing Home following an extended illness.
She was born on August 8, 1937 in Gainesboro, Tennessee to Willis and Dora Lee (Stafford) Petty. She retired in production from Brockway Glass. She loved frogs, gardening, camping, and doing crafts.
She is survived...
Dennis Keith Oliver
May 28, 2022
Dennis Keith Oliver, 79, of Anderson passed away May 28, 2022 at St. Vincent Anderson.
He was born October 4, 1942 in Anderson. Dennis graduated from Anderson High School in 1960 and Anderson Apprentice School in 1971. He was a toolmaker at Delco Remy Division of General Motors retiring in 1998 as Tool Room Supervisor after 36 years of Service....
Terry Wayne Riddle
May 27, 2022
Terry Wayne Riddle, 47, of Anderson, passed away on May 27, 2022, at Community Hospital of Anderson.
He was born on March 17, 1975, in Anderson, the son of Marshall Wayne and Twila June (Stout) Riddle.
Terry attended Anderson High School.
He had worked in maintenance for Howard Companies, LLC for 3 years.
Terry is survived by his loving wife...
Lisa Marie Erwin
May 26, 2022
Lisa Marie Erwin, 59, of Cicero, passed away at Community Hospital in Anderson on May 19, 2022.
She was born on June 12, 1962 in Anderson, the daughter of Dr. Harry D. Webb and Dorothy J. (Henkle) Webb. She was a graduate of Anderson High School and Ball State University, where she was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority. She...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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