OBITUARIES

Nov 24, 2019

Sheila Jeannine (Worl) McGhee, 82, of Anderson, passed away on November 24, 2019, at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital of Anderson.She was born on September 9, 1937, in Muncie where she lived for several years. Jeannine also lived in the Anderson and Daleville area.She had worked as a secretary for C.E.T.A., a Division of Madison County Employment and Training.She loved...

Nov 24, 2019

Robert "Bob" N. James,

99, of Indianapolis, IN passed away November 24, 2019. Bob was born to Albert & Gunda James in Minneapolis, MN in 1920. He was a WWII veteran. Bob was co-owner of Brooks Plate Glass for 41 years. There are still several buildings in Indianapolis that showcase some of the glass projects - Indianapolis Convention Center, University...

Jun 8, 2019

Richard Taylor, 82, of Anderson, passed away on June 8, 2019 at his residence. He was born on November 5, 1936 in Eden, and resided most of his life in Anderson.Richard graduated from Eden High School, and retired as a Journeyman Electrician at Delco Remy Division of General Motors after 30 years of service, and also owned and operated Hearthside...

Feb 27, 2019

Raymond D. Renbarger, 88 Anderson, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2019, at Lindberg Crossing in Anderson following an extended illness.

He was born on May 24, 1930, in Lima, Ohio to Richard Everett and Georgianna (Cabe) Renbarger.

Raymond was graduated in 1948 from Lapel High School.

He retired in 1981 from the former Best Ever Dairy in Anderson.

Raymond was...

Feb 2, 2019

Kay L. (Thomas) Urbahns, 77, of Fremont, Indiana, passed away on February 2, 2019 in Hospice care at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, Indiana.Mrs. Urbahns was born in Indianapolis on December 12, 1941 to Rex and Mildred (VanVlack) Thomas. She was raised in Anderson, Indiana and graduated from Anderson High School. After graduation she began work in finance and banking. She...

Dec 6, 2018

Arnold E. Hansell, 82, of Lafayette, passed away on Thursday, December 6, at Franciscan Health Lafayette.

He was born on June 3, 1936, in Clinton to the late Ervin F. and Laura (Brockmeier) Hansell. On May 18, 1962, he married Janet Campbell and she died June 25, 2015.

Mr. Hansell resided in Lafayette for over 50 years. He owned and operated Hansell...

Nov 25, 2018

Mary Catherine Hughes, age 69, of Alexandria and formerly of Anderson, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Alexandria Care Center following an extended illness.She was born on March 18, 1949 in Anderson, to the late William and Anna (Pine) Colvin.Mary was a homemaker and dedicated herself to caring for her home and her family. She loved to visitÂ...

Nov 7, 2018

Ester M. Farrell, 41, of LaGrange, IN died unexpectedly at her home on November 7, 2018.Miss Farrell was born to Dana Anna (Farrell) Willis in Madison County, IN on June 25, 1977.Living for many years in LaGrange County, she worked for The ARC of LaGrange.Ester is survived by her friends and her caregivers that were her family from Alternative Lifestyles...

Aug 31, 2018

PAUL PLUMMER, 85, passed away Friday August 31, 2018 at the Autumn Woods Health Campus. He was born in Chesterfield, IN., he was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War and was a retired Firefighter. He was preceded in death by 4 sisters and 1 brother.Survivors include:His daughter: Carol Kolb,2 Sons: Chris Plummer(Janice) and David Plummer,6 Grandchildren: Alex Bozich(Michelle), Maggie...

Jul 25, 2018

Harry Leon Hughes, age 72, of Marion, passed away at 3:33 PM on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Harry was born March 9, 1946 in Harrisburg, IL to Harry Ishmael and Myrtle Jeanette (Beasley) Hughes. Survivors include- Son- Stanley Hughes of Elwood, IN Daughter- Michelle (Hughes) Hankins of Paducah, KY Son- Brian Hughes of Newark, OH...

Jul 17, 2018

Judith Rose Newby, 85, of Anderson, passed away on July 17, 2018 at St. Vincent's Anderson Regional Hospital. She was born on February 8, 1933 in Anderson, where she resided all of her life.Judith graduated from Anderson High School in 1951, and retired in 1999 from Anderson Community Schools as a secretary, after 44 years of service.She was a member...

Jun 16, 2018

John J. Nieman Jr.Muncie - John J. Nieman Jr., 77, passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at I.U. Health Ball Memorial Hospital.He was born in Muncie on September 3, 1940, the son of John J. Nieman Sr. and Helen H. (Stinson) Nieman and later graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1958. After graduation he remained very active in the...

Jan 3, 2018

John M. Duggleby, 64, of Anderson, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 3, 2018 at his residence. He was born on March 31, 1953 in Lafayette, Indiana and resided most of his life in Anderson.John graduated from Manchester College, and retired from Target in Anderson.He was a member of First Pentecostal Church in Anderson, and The...

Dec 29, 2017

On December 29, 2017, Dorothy Mae (Butcher) Wilson joined her husband Wayne in Heaven to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of their marriage.Dorothy was born September 18, 1925 to Leafa and Daniel Butcher of Adel, Indiana. She spent her early years in and around Spencer, IN. She married Joseph "Wayne" Wilson December 29, 1944 and together they reared four children all...

Aug 22, 2017

Jesse B. Norviel, formerly of Anderson, passed away Aug. 22, 2017, at his residence. Jesse was born July 4, 1926, in Wynne, Ark., to Daniel and Mary Elizabeth (Jeffers) Norviel. He was a World War II veteran and retired from Delco Remy in 1988. He is survived by his wife, Alice Norviel; children, Mike (Vivian) Norviel, Patty (Rick) Campbell, and...

Jul 12, 2017

Janna Sue Batthauer, 71, dedicated daughter, wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, after a month long fight with complications from pneumonia.Janna enjoyed life and was active in the lives of both friends and family. She and her husband, Joe, met when they were both patients in the same hospital as teenagers. Joe and Janna were...

May 13, 2017

Jeanetta Faye "MzBeautifulwalker" (Malone) Walker died May 13, 2017 in Portland, Ore.

Jeanetta was born Jan. 30, 1972 in Anderson, Ind. to Louretta Malone.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at the West 14th Street Church of Christ. Jeanetta graduated from Highland High School and Harrison College. Her passion was to empower young people and helping the elderly....

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...

Feb 9, 2017

Tamra Sue Baker, 58, of Anderson and formerly of Nashville, TN passed away after an extended illness February 9, 2017. She was born on October 18, 1958 in Anderson, Indiana.Tamra attended Pendleton Heights High School and graduated from Lakeland Senior High School in 1976.Tamra worked as a systems analyst for Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN before retiring. She was also...

Nov 3, 2016

Ronald “Joe” Richardson, age 79, of Anderson, passed away November 3, 2016 at Community Northview Care Center. He was born August 29, 1937 in Anderson, the son of the late Guy and Alice (Walters) Richardson. He was a member of the Anderson High School Class of 1955. Joe retired from Delco-Remy in 1991 after 36 years of service. He was...