OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas

Jack N. Harless

Jack N. Harless

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...

Peggy A. Dunn

Peggy A. Dunn

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,...

Melvin Earl Smith

Melvin Earl Smith

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...

Evelyn Jewel Knoblock

Evelyn Jewel Knoblock

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...

Charles Gaus

Charles Gaus

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...

Robert Norman Welker

Robert Norman Welker

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...

John Thomas Bahler

John Thomas Bahler

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...

Diane Sue Wojtysiak

Diane Sue Wojtysiak

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...

Marvin George Treutel

Marvin George Treutel

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...

Madonna L. Colip

Madonna L. Colip

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...

Thomas "Tom" D. Harmeson

Thomas "Tom" D. Harmeson

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...

Douglas Leon Hinton

Douglas Leon Hinton

Mar 13, 2022

Douglas Leon Hinton, 90, of Anderson, died March 13, 2022 at his residence after a brief illness.

He was born August 31, 1931 in Minden, Louisiana, the son of William R. and Ruby Hinton.

He was a veteran, serving in the United States Navy during the Korean War.

He was an electrician for Anderson Community Schools for 35 years before...

Crystal Lee Moss

Crystal Lee Moss

Mar 12, 2022

Crystal Lee Moss

38, unexpectedly passed away March 12, 2022.

Crystal was born in Tennessee July 8 1983, and lived her whole life in Indiana.

Crystal was a loving daughter, sister, stepmom, aunt, niece, cousin and friend.

Crystal is survived by her parents David and Barb Moss. Her beloved Aunt Cyndi, Sister, Tara and John Flanigan, Nieces, Raelynn, Aubree, and...

Joseph E. Bailey

Joseph E. Bailey

Mar 9, 2022

Joseph E. Bailey, (Joe), (80), was called home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2022. He passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side after a long battle with cancer. He was born April 8, 1941 in Middletown, Indiana the son of George and Delana Bailey.

He attended Anderson High school. He proudly served his country...

David E. James

David E. James

Mar 9, 2022

David E. James, age 57, passed away on March 9, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on April 29, 1964, to William and Linda (Haynes) James.

David was a graduate of Highland High School, class of 1982. He retired from the city working for the waste and water department. He also spent several years as...

Larry Keith Friend

Larry Keith Friend

Mar 9, 2022

Larry K. Friend left this world on March 9, 2022, to be with loved ones who are in spirit.

He was born to George and Hilda (Porter) here in Anderson on October 21, 1945, where he spent all his life.

He graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1964. He served in the National Guard Reserve. He later worked for...

Jack Vernon Taylor Sr.

Jack Vernon Taylor Sr.

Mar 5, 2022

Jack Vernon Taylor, Sr., 89, of Anderson passed away on March 5, 2022 at his winter home in Arizona. Jack was born on June 17, 1932 in Daleville, IN to his parents, Lafayette and Velma (Felton) Taylor. Jack graduated from Anderson High School in 1950 and shortly after, he enlisted in the United States Navy to faithfully serve our country...

Darlene G. Walker

Darlene G. Walker

Mar 4, 2022

Darlene G. (Hilligoss) Walker, 69, of Evansville, died March 4, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville following an extended illness.

She was born on December 18, 1952 in Anderson, the daughter of Cletus M. Hilligoss and G. Juanita (Campbell) Hilligoss Richardson. She was a 1971 graduate of Anderson High School and was employed by Whirlpool in Evansville. She...

Virgil G. Smith

Virgil G. Smith

Mar 4, 2022

Virgil G. Smith, 80, of Anderson, Indiana, left this earth on March 4, 2022, after suffering multiple injuries from an automobile accident close to his home. Our hearts and our souls are heavy with his absence.

He was born to Arthur and Anna Mae Smith. Virgil was one of twelve siblings that included: Arthur Jr., Robert, Paul, Geneva Lamprey, Jeannette...

Carol V. Steigerwalt

Carol V. Steigerwalt

Mar 1, 2022

Carol V. Steigerwalt, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 1, 2022 in Johnson City, Tennessee after an extended illness.

She was born on March 1, 1936 in Cicero, Indiana, the daughter of Walter and Grace (McVicker) Voss.

Carol worked at General Motors retiring in 1995 and also as an Registered Nurse at St....

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