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Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana

Barbara Ellen Stewart

Barbara Ellen Stewart

Jan 29, 2023

On Sunday, January 29, 2023, Barbara Ellen Stewart passed peacefully in her sleep at age 96. She was born on September 1, 1926, to parents Claude and Minnie Ulmer of Chesterfield, IN. She graduated from Daleville High School in April 1944 and, at age 17, took a train by herself (with her mother’s permission) to Buckley Airfield outside Denver, Colorado...

Bradley "Brad" Shawn Hester

Bradley "Brad" Shawn Hester

Jan 26, 2023

Bradley “Brad” Shawn Hester, 53, of Anderson passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born in Anderson, IN on November 1, 1969, a son of Steven Lewis Hester and Connie Jo (Sprinkle) Newman. There were two things in life that were important to Brad, golf and his family, the latter being the most important. Brad was a loving husband,...

Douglas "Doug" Scott Whistler

Douglas "Doug" Scott Whistler

Jan 21, 2023

Douglas “Doug” Scott Whistler, 65 of Anderson passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023. He was born in Union City, IN on March 10, 1957 a son of the late Ralph L. and Wilma A. (Sayers) Whistler. Doug was a graduate of UCCHS and The Muncie Area Career Center in 1975. He spent his entire working career in the industrial...

Lillian Frances Ritchie

Lillian Frances Ritchie

Jan 17, 2023

Lillian Frances (Estell) Ritchie, 101, a resident of rural Middletown passed away at her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. She was born at home in Maple Valley, Indiana on May 3, 1921, the second daughter of John and Nona Estell. Lillian believed in the importance of a good education and made sure that her children received...

Jodi Sue Little

Jodi Sue Little

Jan 14, 2023

Jodi Sue Little, 64, of Anderson, IN, passed away on January 14th, 2023. Jodi was born on September 19th, 1958, to parents Harold Stickler and Vivian Garde in Beloit, Wisconsin. Survived by her three sons, Michael Stanger and wife Holly, Matthew Stanger and wife Ashley, Mitchell Stanger and wife Tina; Two step- daughters, Lisa Little and Kelly Hill; Her nine...

Theodore William Major

Theodore William Major

Jan 9, 2023

Theodore Major, 61 of Daleville IN, passed away on January 9, 2023 unexpectedly at his residence. He was born on February 15, 1961 in Detroit, MI a son to the late Leonard and Clara Major. Teddy was a sweet compassionate person, honest, hardworking and put everyone before himself. He was funny and could make you laugh. “A man of soul...

Janet Elaine Jones

Janet Elaine Jones

Jan 7, 2023

Janet Elaine (Bronnenberg) Jones, 81 of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023. She was born on September 29, 1941 in Henry County, IN a daughter of the late Paul and Helen (Hodson) Bronnenberg. Janet attended Ball State University where she earned a B. A. & M. A. in education. She taught high school English, Spanish and Latin at...

Angel Garcia

Angel Garcia

Jan 4, 2023

Angel Garcia, 55, of Middletown passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. He was born in Comonfort, Mexico on August 5, 1967 a son to the late Jose and Auxilio Garcia. Angel loved soccer. He spent many hours with family and friends watching soccer, especially this year during the World Cup. Angel was extremely hardworking, he spent over 25 years...

Jack Lee Stephenson

Jack Lee Stephenson

Dec 29, 2022

Jack Lee Stephenson, 90, of Anderson passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Per Jack’s request there will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard and Sons Funeral Home in Daleville. You may express condolences or share a memory of Jack at www.ballardandsons.com

Tina Lee Savage

Tina Lee Savage

Dec 29, 2022

Tina Lee Savage, 57, of New Castle passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022. There will be no services held at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard and Sons Funeral Home in Middletown. You may express condolences or share a memory of Tina at www.ballardandsons.com

Janice Kay Worland

Janice Kay Worland

Dec 18, 2022

Janice Kay (Blackburn) Worland, 69, resident of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on October 16, 1953, a daughter to the late John and Betty (Morgan) Blackburn. Janice was a graduate of Shenandoah High School and owned and operated the Furniture Mart in Marion, Indiana with her husband, Terry,...

Jerry Lee Moore

Jerry Lee Moore

Dec 17, 2022

Jerry Lee Moore “Moses”, 75, of Anderson died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 17, 2022. He was born in Delaware County on September 2, 1947, a son of the late Alvin and Georgia Moore. Jerry loved to ride Harley Davidson motorcycles; he was a part of ABATE Indiana. He was a skilled mechanic and worked for Cadillac Garage and Oldsmobile, Heckman...

Marjorie Sue Spangler

Marjorie Sue Spangler

Dec 17, 2022

Marjorie Sue Spangler, 89, of Elwood, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Summitville Health and Living. She was born on September 8, 1933, a daughter of the late Roy and Bessie (Williams) Derrickson. Marjorie worked at Guide Lamp for 33 ½ years and was a member of the Philadelphia Church of God. She loved to go to flea...

Sherry L. Fields

Sherry L. Fields

Dec 12, 2022

Sherry L. Fields, 81, of Middletown passed away Monday, December 12, 2022 at her residence. She was born on July 27, 1941 in Anderson, IN, a daughter of the late Harl John and Juanita Maxine (Songer) Franklin. The most important aspect of Sherry’s life was her family; they meant everything to her. Sherry also loved her Lord and Savior and...

Kelly Kristine Hill

Kelly Kristine Hill

Dec 10, 2022

Kelly Kristine Hill (Baker), 62, resident of Middletown, passed away December 10, 2022 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie after an illness of several years. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on October 16, 1960, a daughter to the late, Harry Russell and Retta Chambers. She attended high school near Ft. Wayne and had worked in the circulation department...

Remembrance Service

Remembrance Service

Dec 4, 2022

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Janet Kay Vanderbur

Janet Kay Vanderbur

Nov 28, 2022

Janet Kay Vanderbur, 78, of Anderson passed away Monday, November 28, 2022 at Anderson Community Hospital. She was born on September 30, 1944 in Anderson Indiana to the late Howard and Irene (Key) Walters. Janet was a 1962 graduate of Anderson Highland High School and then started working for the Indiana employment office until 1970. She was also the co-owner...

Nancy Louise Turner

Nancy Louise Turner

Nov 25, 2022

ANDERSON ̶ Nancy Louise (Maple) Turner, 87, passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones on November 25, 2022 after long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born June 26, 1935 in Sims to Walter C. Maple and Ova (McGraw) Maple. Nancy was a 1953 graduate of Swayzee High School, where she played basketball, was a member in the high school...

Dustin Wayne Tomlison

Dustin Wayne Tomlison

Nov 19, 2022

Dustin Wayne Tomlison, 34, of Muncie died unexpectedly on November 19, 2022. He was born in Anderson on January 26, 1988, to Timothy Tomlison and Shelly Day. Racing was Dustin’s life. He started racing at the age of 13 at Anderson Speedway. Dustin loved to work on cars and weld. He was amazing at tattooing. Dustin spent most of his...

Gerald Lee Murray

Gerald Lee Murray

Nov 16, 2022

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Murray, 78, of Daleville passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. He was born on March 28, 1944 in Spiceland, IN, a son to the late Lonnie and Virginia (Barnes) Murray. Jerry was one of the last graduating classes of Spiceland High School. After high school he attended Purdue University where he was involved in the Kappa...

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