OBITUARIES

Mar 31, 2022

Larry R. Spoo, 66, of Anderson, IN passed away on March 31, 2022 after a sudden illness. Larry was born on August 19, 1955 in Anderson, IN to the late, Robert F. and Ida F. (McDonald) Spoo. Larry married his loving wife, Rada Bugby, in Anderson and had many glorious years together. Larry attended and graduated from Madison Heights High...

Mar 29, 2022

Marvin Ray Fairer, 45, passed away March 29, 2022. Marvin was born Feb. 3, 1977, to R.C. and Arline Fairer. He was a 1995 Anderson High School graduate, employed at Purdue Polytechnic and Nestle. Marvin enjoyed electronics, playing instruments and spending time with family and friends. Marvin is survived by his wife, Leslie Fairer; parents, R.C. Fairer, Arline Fairer; sons,...

Mar 29, 2022

BillyDean Lee Switzer, age 81, of Anderson, passed away at St. Vincent Anderson on March 29, 2022. He was born on November 16, 1940, to the late Frank and Alberta (Ferguson) Switzer.

Bill retired from General Motors after working many years. He loved to spend his free time collecting hot wheel cars and building and flying model airplanes. He thoroughly...

Mar 28, 2022

Cynthia Sue Leever, 64, of Anderson, passed away on March 29, 2022, at Community Hospital Anderson. She was born on January 26, 1958, in Selma, AL, the daughter of Russell Sitgreaves and Ida Harvey.

Cindi had worked at the Pendleton Reformatory for over 15 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Leever in 2008, her parents, her...

Mar 27, 2022

Eddie R. Welch of Anderson, IN made his transition to his heavenly home March 28, 2022, after an extended illness. Eddie was born in De Kalb, MS, November 26, 1946, to parents Norris B. and Doris Welch. He later moved to Anderson with his family. He was educated in the Anderson School system. Eddie worked and retired from Guide Division,...

Mar 27, 2022

Kyle Addison Edgreen, 35, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 27, 2022. He was born on December 18, 1986, in Anderson, Indiana, and resided in Anderson as a child but later moved to Indianapolis, Indiana. Kyle completed his high school requirements and earned his GED in 2009 and he attended Harrison College to pursue an accounting degree. Kyle later joined...

Mar 26, 2022

Frederick John Ridgley, 79, of Anderson, passed away on March 26, 2022, at Riverwalk Village. He was born on April 10, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana.

Fredrick graduated from Anderson High School in 1960. Fred proudly served his country in the United States Navy stationed on the USS Leary Destroyer.

He retired from Perfecto Tool in 2012 after 35 years of...

Mar 25, 2022

Esther Anne (Jessup) Lawson, 87, of Anderson, passed away on March 25, 2022 at home.

She was born on February 8, 1935 in Anderson, the daughter of Raymond E. and Ada Maude (Sprague) Jessup. She was a 1952 graduate of Anderson High School and was employed by Gaither Music as a bookkeeper for 17 years. She was a member of...

Mar 25, 2022

Meredith Warren Fry, PE, 98, of Anderson, slipped away quietly to be with friends and family on March 24, 2022 at Miller's Merry Manor.

Meredith was born March 9, 1924 in Peerless, Indiana to Ruby Estelle (Jackson) Fry and Cornelius Alexander Fry. Meredith was the eldest of 10 children.

Meredith graduated from Marshall Township Needmore High School in 1941. He...

Mar 22, 2022

Jack Harless, 93, passed from his earthly life to his heavenly glory on March 22, 2022. He was born on August 14, 1928 in Anderson, the son of Loron "Fuzzy" and Mabel (Leggett) Harless. His brothers, Mac and Ned Harless, and his sister Donna Eastman preceded him in death. Jack and his wife of 71 years, Phyllis (Rushton) Harless, are...

Mar 21, 2022

Peggy A. Dunn, 93, of Anderson, passed away on March 21, 2022. She was born on February 9, 1929, the daughter of John and Ruth Davidson.

Peggy graduated from Anderson High School.

She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Peggy enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her loving children, Mike (Tina) Dunn,...

Mar 20, 2022

Melvin Earl Smith, 96, of Markleville, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2022, at the Miller's Merry Manor in Middletown. He was born on April 10, 1925, in Hilham, Tennessee and resided most of his life in Markleville.

Melvin graduated from Livingston High School in Tenneesee. He served his country in the United States Army.

Melvin was a machine builder...

Mar 18, 2022

Evelyn Jewel Knoblock, 95, of Marion, passed away on March 18, 2022 at Aperion Health Facility in Marion. She was born on February 15, 1927 in Doniphan, Missouri to the late Charlie and Sallie (Triplett) McNew. Evelyn had worked at H.P. Wasson and retired from Guide Lamp as an Inspector. She enjoyed birds, especially blue birds and baking pies. She...

Mar 17, 2022

Chuck was the kind of guy who could show up at your house and instantly enchant your children, captivate your pets' attention, and talk with any nearby adult like they were a long-lost friend. The sudden loss on March 17 of this kind, compassionate man was unexpected, and the result of a massive stroke. He passed on from this life...

Mar 16, 2022

Robert "Bubby" Welker, 91, of Anderson, passed away on March 16, 2022, at his home. He was born on July 13, 1930, in Anderson, the son of Robert and Leona (Smith) Welker.

Bubby was a construction worker with Laborers Union 1112.

He married the love of his life, Mary Joann (Dollar) Welker, on October 31, 1947, and she preceded him...

Mar 15, 2022

John Thomas Bahler, 72, of Anderson, passed away on March 15, 2022, at his residence. John was born on July 25, 1949, in Anderson to the late John and Rebecca “Betty” (Lyons) Bahler, Jr. John served his country in the U.S. Army National Guard. He sold cars for many years and thrived in work where he could provide service to...

Mar 14, 2022

Diane Sue Wojtysiak, age 79, of Anderson, passed away at her home on March 14, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 1, 1942, to the late Cecil Gunter and Elsie Brizendine.

Diane was a loving homemaker for most of her life. She loved raising her children and grandchildren and family meant the world to her. She...

Mar 13, 2022

Marvin George Treutel, 81, of Anderson, passed away on March 13, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent, Anderson. He was born on December 8, 1940 in Marshfield, Wisconsin to the late George and Mable (Hopfensperger) Treutel. Marvin Graduated from Marshfield High School in 1958, then served his country in the National Guard. He retired from the Federal Disaster Assistance after 20...

Mar 13, 2022

Madonna L. Colip, 94, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Westfield. She was born on September 2, 1927 to George and Elsie (Wright) Tudor in Anderson, Indiana.

Madonna was a hospital volunteer and enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, cooking and baking. She enjoyed living in various locations while her husband, Robert, served in the United...

Mar 13, 2022

ZEPHRYHILLS, Fla. — Thomas "Tom" D. Harmeson went home to God on March 13, 2022.He was born on July 1, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana. He graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1960. He was drum major all four years for the marching band.Tom attended Indiana University until 1963. He worked 44 years as an internal auditor for American General...