OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, IN & Surrounding Areas
Frank W. Hinton
Aug 2, 2025
Frank W. Hinton, 82, of Ingalls, Indiana passed away, August 2, 2025, at his home.
He was born July 10, 1943, in Ontario, Oregon and resided in Ingalls since 2016.
Frank retired from GM Delphi in Anderson as a corporate accountant and purchasing agent following 30 years of service.
He was a 1961 graduate of New Plymouth, Idaho High School and the University...
Joel Ruiz Mejia
Aug 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Joel Ruiz-Mejia, just 25 years young, who left us on August 2, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. Born on September 18, 1999, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Joel was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. Joel graduated from Anderson High School and built...
Lawrence "Salt" Santine
Aug 1, 2025
Lawrence “Salt” Santine made his fini flight into heaven on 1 Aug 2025, after an extended illness. He was an Air Force veteran who served his country for 28 years and 9 months. After retiring from the Air Force as a boom operator, he had his own FedEx route, was a mechanic at Button Motors and McGonigals, sold guns at...
Celeste K. Smith
Jul 31, 2025
Celeste K. Smith passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025, just one day before her 79th birthday. A bright light to all who knew her, Celeste was everyone’s solace and safe place—she truly never met a stranger. Known for her deep kindness and unmatched sense of humor, she brought joy and laughter wherever she went.Celeste was a devoted wife,...
Kelly Jo Cook
Jul 30, 2025
Kelly Jo Cook (McKeand), 64, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Fishers,Indiana, surrounded by her children, brothers, and sisters. Born on October 8, 1960, inAnderson, Indiana, Kelly brought spunk and laughter to all who knew her.A graduate of Madison Heights High School, Kelly went on to a career as a courtreporter at the Madison County Government Center and...
Loretta Jean Fox
Jul 30, 2025
Loretta Jean (Allen) Fox, 90, of Pendleton, died July 30, 2025, at her home.
She was born in Anderson, Indiana on September 23, 1934, to the late Robert James and Ruth (Stern) and was a longtime Pendleton resident.
Loretta Jean retired as a cafeteria worker from South Madison School Corporation. Previously she had started her career with Anderson Community Schools. She was...
Christine Moore Smith
Jul 29, 2025
Christine Moore Smith of Indianapolis passed away July 29 at Allison Point Health Care Facility. She was born to Robert Lee Moore and Mary Audrey Estes Moore on July 13, 1944.She graduated from Middletown High School in Middletown IN and received a Bachelor’s Degree from Ball State University in Muncie, IN and a Masters Degree from Eastern Kentucky University in...
Teresa Lynn Campbell
Jul 29, 2025
Teresa Lynn Campbell, 67, of Matthews, passed away on July 29, 2025, at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, Indiana. She was born on July 7, 1958, in Pasco, Washington, and resided most of her life in Matthews, Indiana.Teresa graduated from Marion High School and retired as a Phlebotomist from Marion General Hospital.In retirement, Teresa spent much of her time as homemaker,...
Barbara Jane Rhodes
Jul 28, 2025
Barbara Jane Rhodes, 73, of North Fort Myers, Florida passed away Monday, July 28, 2025. Barbara was born in Anderson, IN.
Robert (Bob) Lee Ellingwood
Jul 28, 2025
Robert (Bob) Lee Ellingwood, 74, of Anderson, passed away on July 28, 2025. He was born on December 3, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Ralph Ellingwood, Sr. and Mary Flook.Bob graduated from Anderson High School, class of 1969. He served his country in the United States Army.He retired from General Motors after 30 years.He was a member of...
Annette McClure
Jul 27, 2025
On Sunday, July 27, 2025, Merrilyn Annette McClure, (Annette to her family and many friends) bravely left behind the shackles of Alzheimer's to be in peace after a brief hospital stay. She is survived by her husband, Nate McClure; her sons, Michael Reeser (Cathy), and Douglas Reeser (Sheila); and her sisters Marsha Shipman and Marty Whitaker. She also is survived...
William "Bill" F. Collins
Jul 27, 2025
William "Bill" Collins, 79, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication to his community. He was born on September 15, 1945, to his parents James and Helen Collins.Bill was a graduate of Anderson High School, and proudly served six years in the United States Army Reserve. He was a member of the...
Nakeya Nicole Williams
Jul 26, 2025
Nakeya Nicole Williams, 46, passed away July 26, 2025.Nakeya was born Feb. 6, 1979 to Walter and Karen Williams. She was a Nurse Aide at Touch of Love Homecare, enjoyed cooking, dancing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.Nakeya is survived by her son Marquan Robinson; daughter Ashilis Jackson; parents Walter Williams, Karen Williams; sisters Keisha Williams, Natreka Williams;...
Norma Jean Newcomer
Jul 24, 2025
Norma Jean Newcomer, 89, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 2:26 PM on July 24, 2025, after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her loving family, including her husband, Jim; her children, Lori and Mark; her sister Phyllis; stepdaughter, Vickie; daughter-in-law, Diane; granddaughter, Aubrey; and friends Lynn and Patricia.Born in Anderson, Indiana, Norma was a lifelong resident of...
Gordon Lee Rice
Jul 23, 2025
Gordon Lee Rice, age 94, from Decatur, Indiana; Beverly Hills, Michigan; and Ave Maria, Florida died on July 23rd, 2025 in Naples, Florida. His surviving children are Kevin (married to Kathleen) and Elizabeth Rice Bruton. His daughter, Risë Rice McGee passed away June 30th, 2022. Also surviving are 6 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. His Grandson, Christopher Rice, passed away...
James Paul Gillespie
Jul 22, 2025
James Paul Gillespie, 75, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on July 22, 2025, at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis.
Born on October 27, 1949, in Anderson to Paul James and Mary Eloise Gillespie, Jim spent his childhood in his hometown, where he enjoyed playing Babe Ruth Little League baseball. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1968.
After high school,...
Kenneth Lee Miller
Jul 22, 2025
Kenneth Lee Miller, 78, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away July 22nd, 2025. Born on May 6, 1946, in Anderson to Frank H. Miller and Edith (Willis) Miller, Kenneth was one-of-a-kind—a social, sharp-witted man who could fix anything and never met a stranger.
A graduate of Pendleton High School, Class of 1964, Kenneth went straight to work at Guide Lamp before being...
Linda May James
Jul 18, 2025
Linda May James, 85, of Anderson passed away on July 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. Linda was born on March 29, 1940 in Anderson to the late Paul Lee and Eva Mae (Chambers) Haynes. Linda married the love of her life, William Thomas James, on September 10, 1955 and the two celebrated 66 years of marriage before his passing...
Martha Lou (Hockenberry) Laughlin
Jul 17, 2025
Martha Lou (Hockenberry) LaughlinMarch 17, 1931 - July 17, 2025Martha Lou (Hockenberry) Laughlin, 94, of Anderson passed away on July 17, 2025 at Northview Health and Living following an extended illness.She was born on March 17, 1931 in Anderson, IN. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1949. She received her associate degree from Indiana Business College.She worked as a...
Kerry Michael Hopper
Jul 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kerry Michael Hopper, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Kerry was born on March 29, 1961, in Anderson, and he left us peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 64. Known for his craftsmanship as a carpenter and for being the owner of his own businesses...
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