OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas

James "Peanut" Warner-Reese

James "Peanut" Warner-Reese

May 25, 2025

James “Peanut” Warner-Reese III, 40, received his call to be with the Lord May 25, 2025 after an extended illness.Peanut was a devoted husband, loving father, and incredible musician and will be missed immensely by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.Peanut is survived by his wife LaKisha Warner-Reese; 9 beautiful children; mother Peggy Reese; sister Jasmine Warner and...

Roberta "Bobbie" J. Allison

Roberta "Bobbie" J. Allison

May 22, 2025

Roberta “Bobbie” Jane Allison, 71, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, May 22, 2025, following an extended illness. Born on March 22, 1954, in Anderson, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late James McWithey (2009) and Dolores (Loehr) Lawson (1993).

Bobbie attended Highland High School in Anderson and was known in her younger years for her...

Melissa "Missy" Dawn Morris

Melissa "Missy" Dawn Morris

May 19, 2025

Melissa "Missy" Dawn (Swain) Morris, 53, of Bloomington died peacefully in Hospice Care on May 19, 2025 at Hospice House in Bloomington, IN.Missy was born October 18, 1971 the daughter of Jim and Marilyn "Joan" (Armstrong) Swain in Anderson, where she graduated from Highland High School. She was a great basketball player.She was caregiver for Elderly Care. She was also...

Morris L. "Bud" Claypool Jr.

Morris L. "Bud" Claypool Jr.

May 19, 2025

Morris L. “Bud” Claypool Jr., 66, formerly of Anderson passed away at Morton Plant North Bay Hospital in New Port Richey, FL following a six month illness.He was born on October 27, 1958 in Anderson to the late Morris L. Sr.and Mary Faye (Brogden) Claypool. He graduated from Highland High School.He was a mechanic for over 20 years at Weidner...

Janie Lee Boyd

Janie Lee Boyd

May 18, 2025

Janie Lee Boyd, 87, passed away unexpectedly May 18, 2025.Momma Janie was born April 27, 1938 to the late Nathaniel Pete Burnett and Ollie Mae Patterson. She worked at the Community Center, Woolworths, and retired from the Anderson Banking Company. Momma Janie was a pioneer in the community both musically and creatively. Alongside her late husband, Pastor Roosevelt Boyd, she...

Constance "Connie" Jane Smith

Constance "Connie" Jane Smith

May 18, 2025

Constance "Connie" Jane Smith, 75, of Anderson passed away on May 18, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness.She was born on January 15, 1950, to Keith Alonzo and Barbara Jean (Crouse) Eskew at Anderson. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1968. On July 13, 1968, she married the love of her life, Michael Edward Smith...

Mary L. Dickerson

Mary L. Dickerson

May 17, 2025

Mary L. Dickerson, 96, of Anderson, born November 27, 1928, in Anderson, Indiana, went to be with her Lord on May 17, 2025.

Retired from Delco Remy in 1987, Mary spent her retirement years independently volunteering. She was involved in Al Anon for about 40 years and served as Al Anon's District Representative during that time. She also served as President...

Robert Wesley "Bob" Collins

Robert Wesley "Bob" Collins

May 16, 2025

Robert Wesley "Bob" Collins, 84, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on May 16, 2025, at Alexandria Care Center. Born on June 21, 1940, in Gary, Indiana, Bob was the son of Harry and Marion Collins.

Bob graduated from Crown Point High School in 1958, and after that, he dedicated a part of his life to serving his country as a First...

David Edward Paugh

David Edward Paugh

May 15, 2025

David Edward Paugh, age 82, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his devoted wife, Barbara at his side.

David was born on November 26, 1942, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Harold and Isabelle (Johnson) Paugh. David graduated from Madison Heights High School, class of 1961, in Anderson, Indiana. He also attended Ivy Tech.

He was preceded in...

David Berry Estep

David Berry Estep

May 13, 2025

David Berry Estep, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 13. He was 78.

Born on February 24, 1947, David grew up in a rambunctious household with three brothers, one sister, and their loving parents, Preston and Lucy Maude Estep. He loved to tell stories of growing up on Upper Ladue and Foxboro Roads, playing with friends...

David Lee Schlenker

David Lee Schlenker

May 9, 2025

David Lee Schlenker, 34, of Anderson, passed away on May 9, 2025. He was born on December 28, 1990, in Charleston, South Carolina.David attended Anderson High School and graduated with an Associate's Degree from Ivy Tech.He was an Entrepreneur and worked in Real Estate Investing and Home Renovation.David is survived by his parents, Susan Schlenker and Steven Schlenker; children, Blake...

Ruthann Murphy Jackson

Ruthann Murphy Jackson

May 8, 2025

Ruthann Murphy Jackson, 84, passed away May 8, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born May 25, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and moved to Ft. Myers, Florida in 1986.Ruthann was a graduate of Ball State University.She was a kindergarten school teacher for over 30 years.Ruthann was dedicated to serving Christ and spent over 15 years volunteering at the McGregor Baptist...

Edna Jean Cochran

Edna Jean Cochran

May 7, 2025

Edna Jean Cochran, 88, passed May 7, 2025.Edna was born on April 1, 1937, in Mexico, MO. to Walter and Maxine Rogers. She graduated from Anderson High School, GM retiree, a member of the Girl’s Glee Club and Teenettes. Edna found great joy in playing video games, interior design, gardening, watching action movies and spending time with her family.She leaves...

Edna Claudean (Beaty) Gilland

Edna Claudean (Beaty) Gilland

May 4, 2025

Edna Claudean (Beaty) Gilland, 86, died May 4, 2025. She was born May 30, 1938, in Clarkrange, Tennessee, to Dewey and Ora (Evans) Beaty. She graduated from Cumberland County High School in 1958. She was a homemaker, sold Avon, and retired from housekeeping at Ball Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking, going to church, traveling, and spending time with...

Patricia "Pat" Ann Hollingsworth

Patricia "Pat" Ann Hollingsworth

Apr 29, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Ann Hollingsworth, 68, of Speedway, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 2, 1957, in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Donald “Don” and Martha “Martie” Boone, Pat lived a life rooted in love, family, and meaningful friendships.

Pat was a devoted wife, mother, nana, sister, and friend. She married the love of her life, Mike...

Jerry Allen Clapp

Jerry Allen Clapp

Apr 25, 2025

Jerry Allen Clapp, 85, of Anderson passed away peacefully at St. Vincent Hospital on April 25, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born September 9, 1939 to Helen (Frazier) Clapp and Henly Clapp in Henry County, Indiana.He graduated from Middletown High School in 1957. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and hunting. He followed IU basketball, Colts football. NASCAR, and Indy...

Patricia "Patty" E. Wilson

Patricia "Patty" E. Wilson

Apr 23, 2025

Born to Herman “Bud” Wilson and Katherine Cox on February 4, 1958 in Anderson, IN. Patty spent her life in Anderson, Indiana. She enjoyed being outside, especially riding her Harley Davidson, getting as much “Wind Therapy” as she could until the cancer became too much. Patty was a very independent, determined, and kind person. Everyone who knew her, knew she...

Loretta Lou Knotts-Powless

Loretta Lou Knotts-Powless

Apr 23, 2025

Loretta Lou Knotts Powless entered eternity on April 23, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1943, in Wichita Falls, TX. She later moved to Indiana where she had 3 children, Cheryl Webb (Doug), Ross Webb (Tyra) and Scott Webb (Carol). She had one grandchild, Cody Webb (Analissa) and two great-grandchildren, Kinsley and Kohen Webb. She is survived by her...

Sebastian Leonn Sigler

Sebastian Leonn Sigler

Apr 22, 2025

Sebastian Leonn Sigler, 22, of Anderson, passed away on April 22, 2025. He was born on August 31, 2002, in Anderson, Indiana.Sebastian graduated from Anderson High School.He was a member of Bethany Christian Church where he was baptized by Pastor Bob Bell.Sebastian had a passion for vehicles, from his Dodge Hellcat to riding bikes with his brothers and friends.Even though...

Elsie Mae Fuller

Elsie Mae Fuller

Apr 18, 2025

Elsie Mae Fuller, 83, of Anderson, passed away on April 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 16, 1941 in Marion, Indiana to parents Herbert and Hazel Ragle.Elsie married the love of her life, Michael K. Fuller, on December 19, 1958, and she built a life rich in love, laughter, and adventure with him. She graduated...

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