Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana

Bruce Van Alst

Bruce Van Alst

Apr 28, 2023

Bruce Van Alst, 66, of Anderson went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday April 28, 2023 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on September 17, 1956 in New Castle to the late James and Alma (Poer) Van Alst. A 1974 graduate of Shenandoah High School. Bruce retired from HP Products in 2018 after...

Barbara Anne Smith

Barbara Anne Smith

Apr 26, 2023

Barbara Anne Smith, 81, of Alexandria passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at her residence. She was born on April 27, 1941 in Alexandria a daughter of the late Paul and Gladys (Wellington) Duncan. Barbara was a 1959 graduate of Yorktown High School. Following graduation, Barbara joined the Charles K Bebout Accounting and Tax Services in 1960 and was employed...

Paul "Phil" Philip Stephens

Paul "Phil" Philip Stephens

Apr 24, 2023

Paul “Phil” Stephens, 81 of Muncie passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023. He was born on May 1, 1941 a son of the late Paul J. and E. Marie (Luellen) Stephens. He was a 1959 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School. Phil attended Ball State University and was a member of the First Brethren Church of Oakville where...

Earnest Larry Triplett

Earnest Larry Triplett

Apr 24, 2023

Earnest Larry Triplett, 83, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born on July 9, 1939 a son to the late Earnest and Leddie (Toombs) Triplett. Larry retired from Delco Remy in 1998 after 30 years of service. He enjoyed his retirement life, mowing his yard, spending time outdoors, camping and fishing. Larry is...

Keith Bryant White

Keith Bryant White

Apr 22, 2023

Keith Bryant White, 69, of Middletown, passed away peacefully in his home after an extended illness on Saturday, April 22, 2023. He was born June 13,1953 in Anderson, Indiana and was a 1972 graduate of Shenandoah High School. Keith was a proud Chrysler retiree and lover of all things Dodge/Chrysler/Mopar. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Lee White; daughter,...

Linda Lea Jordan

Linda Lea Jordan

Apr 22, 2023

Linda Lea Jordan, 84, of Middletown passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She was born on September 7, 1938 a daughter of the late Claude and Mary (Helsley) Hale. Linda enjoyed watching her grandchildren in sporting events. She enjoyed golfing, loved watching college, high school and professional football and basketball. Linda loved March Madness and supporting the colts. She...

Roberta Jean Walston "Bobby Jean"

Roberta Jean Walston "Bobby Jean"

Apr 19, 2023

Roberta Jean Walston “Bobby Jean”, 80, of Daleville passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. She was born January 22, 1943 in Dearborn County to the late Robert and Jean (Henson) Cook. Bobby Jean was a registered nurse for many years. She was a mom to many; she spoiled her grandkids endlessly and loved the experience of raising a family....

Willie Abbott

Willie Abbott

Apr 15, 2023

Willie Abbott, 84, of Shirley passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023. He was born on March 29, 1939 in Wayne County Kentucky to the late John and Edna (Upchurch) Abbott. Willie retired from General Motors in Anderson after 26 ½ years of service. He enjoyed Fishing, hunting, making walking sticks and working in the yard with his roses. Willie was...

Duane Bart Hudson

Duane Bart Hudson

Apr 15, 2023

Duane Bart Hudson, 51, lifelong resident of Middletown passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on July 4, 1971 in Muncie, IN a son of Julian “Bart” Hudson of Middletown and the late, Judith “Judy” (Granger) Hudson. Duane was a 1989 graduate of Shenandoah High School and for the past 18 years had...

Lillian P. Mcsherley

Lillian P. Mcsherley

Apr 6, 2023

Lillian P. McSherley, 95, of Middletown passed away Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Henry Community Health in New Castle. She was born on July 26, 1927 in Remer, MN a daughter of Emma (Holt) Berres. Known to always exude a pleasant attitude and demeanor, Lillian was the epitome of a good Christian lady and lived her Christian life by example;...

Michelle Lynn Golden

Michelle Lynn Golden

Apr 4, 2023

Michelle Lynn Golden 62 of Anderson passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. She was born July 31, 1960 to Donald and Rita (Caster) Golden. Michelle was a 1979 graduate of Highland High School. She was a member of East Side Church of God in Anderson. While working as a nurse, Michelle had a passion for Alzheimer and Dementia patients....

Marygayle Hartzell

Marygayle Hartzell

Apr 3, 2023

MaryGayle Hartzell, 75, of West Lafayette passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023. She was born April 25, 1947 in Delaware County to the late Jim and Vita (Orebaugh) Hartzell. MaryGayle was known as a sewing wizard. She was always excited to help family and friends with craft garments. She was always a hard worker with a keen mind to...

Cathy Jo Hamm

Cathy Jo Hamm

Mar 30, 2023

Cathy Jo Hamm, 58, went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 30, 2023. She was born on May 18, 1964 in Muncie to the late Philip and Janet (Smith) Bebout. She was a 1982 graduate of Daleville High School. Cathy worked at Daleville Community Schools for the last 14 years along side her co-workers whom she loved...

Rosalie Ann Corbin

Rosalie Ann Corbin

Mar 30, 2023

Rosalie Ann (Ringo) Corbin went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Thursday, March 30, at 10:31 pm from her home in Kokomo, Indiana. One of her favorite verses was 1 Corinthians 10:31, “Whether therefore you eat or drink or whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God.” This is the way that Rosalie lived...

Linda Sue Ambrosetti

Linda Sue Ambrosetti

Mar 23, 2023

Linda Sue Ambrosetti, 66, of Muncie passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Ball Memorial Hospital. She was born September 7, 1956 in Delaware County to the late Robert and Loretta (Johnson) Ambrosetti. Linda was a 1974 graduate of Daleville High School. Linda loved to attend the sporting events that her grandkids were a part of. She enjoyed supporting...

Sally Ann Dwiggens

Sally Ann Dwiggens

Mar 20, 2023

Sally Ann Dwiggens, 66, of Middletown passed away Monday, March 20, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. She was born on September 29, 1956 in Anderson to the late Harold and Marcella (Moore) Dwiggens. She was a 1974 graduate of Shenandoah High School. Sally Ann worked for H & R Block for 35 years and retired in 2014....

James Branson

James Branson

Mar 19, 2023

James Branson, 63, of Middletown passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023. He was born on May 31, 1959 to the late William and Velma (Laswell) Branson. James was a 1977 graduate of Shenandoah High School. He was a member of the White Union Church. James took life as it came, he enjoyed spending time with his dog Colby, feeding...

Robert "Bob" E. Gillum

Robert "Bob" E. Gillum

Mar 17, 2023

Robert “Bob” Gillum, 85, of Daleville passed away on Friday March 17, 2023, at the Waters of Middletown. He was born on January 24, 1938, in Portland, IN to the late Jacob and Mabel (Cordrey) Gillum. A 1956 graduate of Muncie Central High School, Bob Joined the United States Air Force where he served from 1956-1963. In 2000 Bob retired...

John Lyman Tucker

John Lyman Tucker

Mar 14, 2023

John Lyman Tucker, 76, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Community Hospital of Anderson. He was born September 13, 1946 in Anderson, IN, a son of the late Arnold and Lydia (Patterson) Tucker. John was a 1964 graduate from Highland High School. He is a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. John...

Patricia Ann Craig

Patricia Ann Craig

Mar 12, 2023

Patricia Ann Craig, 72, of Daleville passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at The Waters of Chesterfield. She was born April 21, 1950 in Muncie, IN, a daughter of the late Donald and Elizabeth Craig. Patricia graduated from Daleville High School in 1968. She spent much of her free time crocheting. Babysitting her nieces and nephews brought her much...