OBITUARIES

Feb 15, 2017

Frank L. Phelps, 85, of Anderson, succumbed to cancer at his home surrounded by his ­­family on February 15, 2017. He was born on July 8, 1931 in Anderson, Indiana to the late Frank and Martha Phelps.Frank graduated from Anderson High School, and then went to Ball State University where he earned a bachelor degree in business, was a member...

May 29, 2016

Donald Ray Summers, 85, of Wildwood passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016. Mr. Summers was born January 27, 1931 in Anderson, IN to Raymond T and Florence Summers. Don had served in the U.S. Army and retired from GM. He moved to Wildwood in 1998 from Chesterfield, IN. Don was a member of the American Legion and the Moose Lodge....

May 9, 2016

Dwight Aldred of Sarasota, Florida passed away on May 9, 2016. He was born on July 29, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana. Dwight lived in Indiana, Wisconsin and eventually Florida for the last 30 years.

He is survived by his loving family; wife Maggie, son Andrew (Christine Miller) Aldred and daughter Allison (Mark) Bannister and granddaughters Shay, Katherine and Taylor. His...

Apr 1, 2016

Raymond Eugene Turpen, 83, of Anderson, passed away on April 1, 2016 at Edgewater Woods Nursing Home. He was born on March 9, 1933 in Lubbock County, Texas.Raymond was very proud to have graduated from Purdue University and Ivy Tech at the age of 60.He retired custodian for General Motors.He was a member of Alethia Fellowship & Ministry Center where...

Jan 14, 2016

Fredric T. Gates, 79, of Anderson, passed away on January 14, 2016 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on October 7, 1936 in Marmet, West Virginia to Charles and Alma Gates, and resided most of his life in Anderson.Fredric graduated from East Bank High School in West Virginia in 1954. He served his country in the United...

Mar 28, 2015

Robert J. Whited, 57, of Anderson, passed away March 28, 2015 at St. Vincent Heart Center, Indianapolis.

He was a member of Madison Heights High School Class of 1975. He was a NASCAR fan, especially of Tony Stewart and a couple other drivers. Not only was he a sports fan, but he also participated in many different sports, including golf, softball,...

Mar 10, 2015

Steven Michael Klepfer, 61, of Pendleton entered Heaven’s Gate on March 10, 2015 unexpectedly at his residence with his loving wife and soulmate, Jeannie (Anderson) Klepfer by his side.He was born December 23, 1953 in Muncie and was raised in Daleville. He was preceded by his father, Gerald Klepfer, and mother Mary (Davis) Klepfer.Steven graduated and was an instructor at...

Apr 29, 2014

Leah Lavonne (Hersberger) Renbarger, 82, Anderson, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on July 14, 1931, in Noblesville, Indiana to John and Berniece (Williamson) Hersberger. She graduated from Lapel High School in 1949. Leah had worked for the Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation and Coca Cola in Anderson. She...

Oct 15, 2012

Anderson- Gregory Alan Branch, 63, of Anderson, passed away on October 15, 2012 at St. John's Health System-Anderson. He was born on September 9, 1949 in Anderson to Joseph L. and Mary A. Branch. Greg loved music and played in various bands. He was passionate about his work as a self-employed carpet installer. Gregory is survived by his dad, Joseph...

Sep 10, 2011

Betty L. Turpen, 78, went home to Jesus September 10, 2011 with her family by her side.She was born June 29, 1933 in Berwind, WV, the daughter of Ira Emerson and Polly Ann “Birdie” Munsey. She grew up in Grundy, Virginia. Betty married Raymond Turpen December 24, 1953. He was in the service, but after his discharge in March, 1954,...

Sep 5, 2011

Anderson - Anna P. Huston, 71, Anderson, passed away September 5, 2011 at Community Hospital, Anderson after an extended illness. She was born September 1, 1940 in Anderson, Indiana, and resided in Anderson. Anna was a sales clerk for Village Pantry/Marsh Supermarkets. She is survived by her two sons, Billy A. Huston Jr. Selina and Dana A. Huston; half brother,...

Aug 23, 2011

Anderson - Robert Donald Morris Sr., 90, Anderson, died August 23, 2011 at Ball Memorial Hospital-Muncie after an extended illness. He was born August 2, 1921 in Montpelier, Indiana, and resided in Anderson most of his life. He served his country in the US Air Force during WWII. He was a police officer in Anderson for 20 years and after...

Mar 3, 2011

Anderson - Douglas Scott Parks, 46, Anderson, passed away March 3, 2011 at St. Johns Health System, Anderson Indiana after an extended illness. He was born July 31, 1964 in Anderson, Indiana, and resided in this area most of his life. He was a tool engineer working for various shops including Multiple Engineering. Douglas served on several committees in the...

Jan 1, 2009

Rusty K. Mast, 45 of Lafayette died at 8:20 a.m. Thursday, January 1, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.Born in Anderson, IN on April 5, 1963, to the Richard G. Mast and Judy M. Wiseman Mast Miller.Mr. Mast attended Anderson High School and Purdue University. He was employed by Payless/Krogers where he was a meatcutter.Surviving along with his parents are one...

Sep 12, 2007

Pauline J. (Blossom) Helbert,85, Indianapolis, passed away Wednedsday, September 12, 2007. She was born January 16, 1922 in Anderson, IN. Pauline graduated from Anderson High School and worked as an operator for Bell Telephone. She was an avid bridge player. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville...

Jun 12, 2006

Tracy J. Herb 47, Anderson, IN, died June 12, 2006. Services: 7 p.m. June 15 in Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Home, Anderson, with calling there from 6 p.m.

Jan 12, 2004

Geraldine A. "Dean" Bobo, 71, Anderson, died January 12, 2004 at St. John’s Medical Center after an extended illness.

She was born October 27, 1932 in Lena, OH and lived most of her life in Anderson. She was a homemaker and a member of Temple Baptist Church in Muncie, and Tenth Street Baptist Church in Anderson. She loved to crochet...

Aug 11, 2001

Paul H. "P.J./Lizz" Von Bank, 52, a lifelong resident of Anderson, Indiana, a U.S. Navy veteran of Vietnam, an employee at Guide for more than 27 years, died suddenly at St. John's Medical Center on Saturday, August 11, 2001. Calling hours are scheduled for Thursday, August 16, 2001, 5-7 p.m., at Brown Butz Diedring Funeral Home, 515 East 53rd Street,...