Claudette S. Wirt
Sep 18, 2025
Claudette S. Wirt, 83, of Anderson, passed away at Independence Village in Fishers on September 18, 2025.She was born on March 21, 1942 in Anderson, the daughter of Claud and Lenna (Lowder) Grissom. She worked as a legal secretary for over 50 years for several local attorneys and was a member of New Horizons United Methodist Church. Claudette married Richard...
James E. Freeman Jr.
Sep 17, 2025
James E. Freeman, Jr. 81, of Noblesville, passed away on September 17, 2025. He wasborn on March 5, 1944, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of James Freeman, Sr. and HelenTracy.Jim graduated from Madison Heights High School, the Virginia Military Institute, and theIndiana University School of Law.He also served his country in the United States Air Force.He was an attorney and...
Barbara Joanne Likens
Sep 17, 2025
ALEXANDRIA, IN – Barbara Joanne Likens entered peace and rest on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from Community Hospital in Anderson following a brief illness.
She was born on her parents’ farm in Lafayette Township, Madison County, Indiana to Theodore “Ted” and Dorothy (Armstrong) Likens and has resided in the Alexandria area since she was nine years old. Barbara was a graduate...
Phillip R. Hall III
Sep 15, 2025
Phillip R. Hall, 64, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2025. Born and raised in Anderson, Indiana, Phillip lived a full and meaningful life marked by love, service, and curiosity.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Phillip served his country with honor, completing the demanding 9 Megan March and traveling extensively throughout Germany. His dedication and perseverance...
Nestor Luis Lugo Rodriguez
Sep 12, 2025
Néstor Luis Lugo Rodríguez, de 61 años, de Pendleton, falleció el viernes 12 de septiembre de 2025 en el Hospital Riverview en Noblesville luego de una breve pero valiente batalla contra el cáncer.Nació el 10 de octubre de 1963, en San Cristóbal, Venezuela, hijo de los fallecidos María Guillermina Rodríguez y Rafael Lugo.Néstor se casó con el amor de su...
Pauline Louise Bartle
Sep 11, 2025
Pauline Louise Bartle, 100, of Anderson, passed away peacefully at her home on September 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 14, 1925, in Greenfield, Indiana, to Albert and Ocie (Fansler) Adams.On August 27, 1950, Pauline married the love of her life, James I. Bartle Jr., and they shared 38 years together until his passing in...
Lawana J. Copeland
Sep 11, 2025
Lawana J. Copeland, 86, passed away on Sept. 11, 2025.
Lawana was born on March 6, 1939, to Juanita and James L Flye. Lawana was a graduate of Anderson High School and resided all her life in Anderson. Lawana was a member of Second Baptist Church for over 70 years, serving on the Junior Choir, Young Women’s Missionary,Senior Usher Board, and...
Candy Ann Funk
Sep 11, 2025
Candy Ann Funk, 68, of Anderson, passed away after an extended illness on September 11, 2025, at the Community North Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on June 25, 1957, in Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of William McIntyre and Judith Sweigart.Candy graduated from Anderson High School in 1975.She was a phlebotomist for Grifols Plasma Center.She loved to go shopping and...
Eileen L. Justice
Sep 10, 2025
Eileen L. Justice, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the remarkable age of 101. Born on May 7, 1924, in Anderson, Indiana to the late George E. and Viola (Jipshire) Whetsel. Eileen lived a full and vibrant life that spanned over a century, touching the hearts of everyone who knew her.
A proud graduate of Anderson...
James Philip "Phil" McDonald
Sep 8, 2025
James Philip “Phil” McDonaldSeptember 24, 1944- September 8, 2025James Philip “Phil” McDonald, 80, of Anderson passed away following an accident on September 8, 2025 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis.He was born on September 24, 1944 in Anderson, IN to the late James Henry and Mary (Yattaw) McDonald. He graduated from Madison Heights High School in the class of 1962....
Stephen Scott Childers
Sep 7, 2025
Stephen Scott Childers, 81, of Montgomery, Texas and formerly from Anderson, Indiana, passed away September 7, 2025, at his personal care home in Montgomery, Texas. He was born on November 21, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana.He retired from The Anderson Parks Department and served briefly in the Indiana National Guard.He is survived by his sister, Christina Childers-Parron of Montgomery, Texas; two...
Annie Pearl Moore
Sep 6, 2025
Annie Pearl Moore, 82, passed away Sept. 6, 2025.Annie was born June 12, 1943 to Bert and Katie Campbell in Meridian, MS. She was a GM retiree and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.Annie is survived by her sons Albert Moore, Perry Moore, Walter Moore Jr.; daughter Alzie Moore; sister Ernestine Campbell; brother Jimmy Lewis Campbell; 16 grandchildren, 40...
Virginia Lee Templeton
Sep 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share that Virginia Lee (Hurst) Templeton, 89, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on September 5, 2025. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on April 10, 1936, to Calvin and Gladys Hurst. Virginia was a 1954 graduate of Anderson High School. She worked at the former Harrison Finance Center and Montgomery Ward. She married the love of...
Ronald L. Cox
Sep 2, 2025
Ronald Lee CoxJune 29, 1932-September 2, 2025Ronald Lee Cox, 93, passed on September 2, 2025 at Bethany Pointe Health Campus after a brief illness.He was born on June 29, 1932 in Anderson and was a lifelong resident.Ron was employed by Delco Remy as a draftsman and retired in 1987 after 36 years of service.He was an Anderson High School graduate...
Judith M. Franklin
Aug 27, 2025
Judith Monzelle Franklin, 87, of Anderson, passed away on August 27, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 19, 1938, in Anderson, Indiana, to her parents, Walter D. and Ruby M. Carpenter.Judy attended Anderson High School.She retired as an inspector from General Motors after 30 years of service. However, her passion in life was singing...
Willie Jean Townsend
Aug 26, 2025
Willie Jean Townsend, 83, passed away Aug. 26, 2025.Willie was born July 4, 1942 to Louis and Mariam Townsend. He was a 1961 Anderson High School graduate, US Army veteran and GM retiree. Willie enjoyed singing, fishing and spending time with family and friends.Willie is survived by his wife Bettie Townsend; son Marcus Townsend; daughters Maria Wilson, Garnetta (Nickye) Coleman,...
Joseph Lee Weaver Jr.
Aug 25, 2025
Joseph Lee Weaver Jr., (Joey) passed away at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center August 25th, 2025. He was born 02/24/1959, to Joseph Weaver Sr. and Sue Weaver who preceeded him in death. He is survived by his sister Denise Weaver-Garner, niece Amanda, great niece Abbigayle, Aunt Betty Swinford, Uncle Jerry Weaver, and several cousins. There will be no memorial services...
Teddy (Ted) Morgan Harbit
Aug 24, 2025
Teddy (Ted) Morgan Harbit, age 90, of Summitville, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 in the home of his daughter and son (in-law) who were blessed to care for him over the past 14 months as he fought like a champ after losing his leg and battled Alzheimer’s. In his last moments, his family finds comfort knowing he entered...
Mattie Louise Hayes
Aug 24, 2025
Our beloved Mattie Louise (Ledger) Hayes passed peacefully from this life on August 24, 2025.Born September 28,1928, in Pineville, Kentucky, Mattie began life in the Appalachians, moving to Indiana when she was three. Her parents Robert and Grace Ledger died when she was 13, leaving her and six siblings who also preceded her in death: Paul Ledger, William (Bill) Ledger,...
Ruthita Marie Joy
Aug 23, 2025
Ruthita Marie (Sullivan) Joy, 100, passed away on August 23, 2025, in Anderson, Indiana. Ruthita was born on October 1, 1924, in West Terre Haute, Indiana, to Maurice and Frances (Mann) Sullivan. She lived a fulfilling life filled with love and family, having been married to her dear husband Harold Joy for an incredible 56 years before he passed away.
Ruthita...
