OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas
Harold "Lindy" Lindamood Jr.
Feb 28, 2025
Harold "Lindy" Lindamood, 96, passed away on February 28, 2025, in Kenneth City, Florida. He was born on October 16, 1928, in Fortville, Indiana.
Lindy proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War before embarking on a long career with General Motors. After his retirement, he relocated to Florida, where he enjoyed his later years.
He had a passion for...
Thomas Lee Templeton
Feb 28, 2025
Thomas Lee Templeton, age 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully, on Friday, February 28, 2025. Tom was born May 30, 1936 in Anderson, Indiana to Herbert and Edythe (Stiner) Templeton.
Tom and his devoted wife Virginia were married for 67 and 1/2 years. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle; he is survived by his wife, Virginia, his...
Joseph Ruppert Riley
Feb 26, 2025
Joseph Ruppert Riley, born December 10, 1947, in Anderson, Indiana, to Richard and Dora Dean Riley, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Chesterfield, Indiana.
Joe grew up in Anderson, Indiana and attended Great Commission School and in his younger years, attended Main Street Church of God. He worked as an auto body repairman and took pride in his work. He...
Mark Tracey Nelson
Feb 26, 2025
Mark Tracey Nelson, age 61 passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Mark’s life was defined by his dedication to family, country, and his craft. He is lovingly remembered as a devoted father, husband, brother, friend, and soldier.
Mark is survived by his daughter, Laurali; his three sons—Tyler (with daughter-in-law Annie and granddaughter Emery), Nicholas (with grandsons Lyle and Everett), and Elijah;...
James Edgar Land
Feb 25, 2025
James Edgar (Ed) Land, 90, of Anderson, went to see his Lord and Savior on February 25, 2025 at the Bethany Pointe Health Campus following a brief illness.He was born on December 20, 1934 to Charles and Lucille (Butler) Land at Fairfield, IL. He graduated Markleville High School in 1953. Ed worked as a Plastic Mold Maker for General Motors...
Patricia J. Francis-Shaffer
Feb 24, 2025
Patricia J. "Great-Great" Shaffer, 88, of Anderson passed away February 24, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her children. She was born on April 19, 1936, in Anderson to Carl & Carolyn (Hoose) Ballentine.
Patricia graduated from St. Mary's School in 1954. Patricia enjoyed crocheting sweaters and afghans as well as sewing pajamas every Christmas. She was the head chair- woman...
Joyce R. Kidder
Feb 20, 2025
Joyce R. Kidder, 78, of New Castle, passed away on February 20, 2025. She was born on November 17, 1946, in Greensburg, Indiana.Joyce graduated from Anderson High School, class of 1965, and attended Ball State.She was a salesperson for Hillyard.She loved gardening, painting, and her dogs.Joyce is survived by her brothers, Mike (Deborah Lee) Kidder and Rick (Lynn) Kidder; nephews,...
Phyllis J. Smith
Feb 16, 2025
Phyllis J. Smith, 85, of Anderson, passed away February 16, 2025, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus in Anderson. She was born on October 8, 1939, in Anderson to the late Philip C. & Ruth (Roberts) Hotzel.
She graduated from Anderson High School in 1957. She had previously worked at GM/Delco and Anderson High School systems.
Phyllis enjoyed shopping, traveling, and visiting her...
Charlotte Louise Fuller
Feb 14, 2025
Charlotte Louise Fuller, 77, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus surrounded by her family. She was born on March 7, 1947 in Fitch, Kentucky, and resided most of her life in Anderson.Charlotte graduated from Anderson High School.She was a Kindergarten teacher at Indiana Christian Academy in Anderson for over 30 years.She was...
Mary Alice Smith
Feb 13, 2025
Mary Alice (Grimes) Smith, 99, of Anderson, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 13, 2025. She was born on February 13, 1926, in Anderson, Indiana, where she resided all of her life.Mary Alice graduated from graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1944.She then met the love of her life, Arnold, and they were married in 1948. Mary...
Chris Cloud
Feb 11, 2025
Chris Cloud, 74 of Ingalls, Indiana passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025. Husband to Mildred Cloud of 54 yours. He is survived by his wife; Mildred Cloud, 3 daughters; Shelia (Bill) Crawford, Kristie (Ron) Strubbe, Angie (Shane) King, 3 grandchildren; Ashlei (Toby) VanBuskirk, Carl (Alexa) Ainsworth, Dakota (Six) King, 3 great grandchildren; Hayley Ainsworth, Jesse Ainsworth, Avey Ainsworth, 2...
Roy A. Jeffers
Feb 9, 2025
Roy A. Jeffers, age 68, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on February 9, 2025, in Anderson, after a long hard-fought courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 30, 1956, Roy was a lifelong resident of Anderson and a proud graduate of Anderson High School, Class of 1975.
Roy dedicated his career as a Maintenance Technician, lending his skills to various establishments,...
Larry E. Manship
Feb 9, 2025
Larry E. Manship, 75, of Fishers, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on February 9, 2025, at home following a courageous battle with colon cancer. He was born on January 4, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana.Larry was a graduate of Anderson High School, class of 1968. When it came time for college, Purdue University was his choice,...
Randall "Randy" Gene Callahan
Feb 8, 2025
Randall “Randy “Gene Callahan, 65, of Anderson, passed away February 8, 2025 after an extended illness. He was born on July 21, 1959 in Anderson, the son of Max Allen and Shirley Jean (Schmaltz) Callahan.He was employed by the Indiana Department of Transportation for 36 years. He attended Markleville East Christian Church.Randy is survived by his wife, Lisa (Engle) Callahan;...
Dorothy Mary Barnett
Feb 7, 2025
Dorothy Mary Barnett, 103, of Anderson, passed away on February 7, 2025, at the Bethany Pointe Health Campus, Anderson, IN. She was born on November 28, 1921, in Alexandria, IN, to her parents Ray and Hilda (Duffy) Worley.Dorothy graduated from Alexandria High School.She married Robert Barnett in 1941 and together they raised five children.She was dedicated to her family and...
Carol Jean Litten
Feb 6, 2025
Litten, Carol Jean, 70, of Indianapolis, went to be with her Lord and Savior after a very brief battle with cancer on February 6, 2025 with her loving family by her side. She was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida and graduated from Northeast High School Class of 1973.
Carol was a godly woman who loved to minister the word...
Laura Elisabeth Hartwell
Feb 4, 2025
PENDLETON- Laura Elisabeth Hartwell, 70, of Pendleton, passed away at her home on February 4, 2025, while surrounded by loved ones.
She was born on July 4, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Walter and Beulah Marie (Gray) Kindley.
Laura was a loving wife, mother and grandmother in addition to a hardworking strong woman. She spent time working as a teaching...
Dolly Patricia Allender
Feb 2, 2025
Dolly Patricia AllenderApril 17, 1948- February 2, 2025
Dolly Allender, 76, Anderson, passed away at Community Howard Regional Hospital on Sunday, February 2, 2025.She was born on April 17, 1948 in Anderson, the daughter of Jesse and Dollie (Gordon) Capshaw. She was employed as a dietician with Peers and Associates for many years and was a member of New Baptist Church...
Dayla Chantel Swain
Feb 2, 2025
Dayla Chantel Swain, 26, passed away on Feb. 2, 2025.Dayla was born July 9, 1998 to Donald Swain Jr. and Nanya Cox. She graduated from Anderson High School and was employed as an CNA. Dayla enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her children, siblings, and cousins.Dayla is survived by her deeply cherished children Ty’Ayla Stennis, Tylar Stennis;...
Penny Diane Mercer
Feb 2, 2025
Penny Diane Mercer, 71, of Pendleton, Indiana, left us on February 2, 2025, surrounded by love at her home. Born to Bruce and Gloria (Fruit) Jackson on May 6, 1953, Penny was a proud graduate of Huntington North High School. Over the years, she dedicated her career to the payroll department of various trucking companies before transitioning to a role...
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