Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana

Richard "Dick" Lee Yadon

Richard "Dick" Lee Yadon

Dec 8, 2024

Richard Lee Yadon, our Dad, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from complications of dementia. His friends and family called him “Dick” and his Dad called him “Ricky Dick O”. 

Dad was born June 24, 1951 to H. Wayne Yadon and Frieda Maurine (Hornbaker) Yadon. He was the 5th of 6 children. His siblings are Billy Wayne d.2017 (wife Marsha),...

Mary Katherine Romine

Mary Katherine Romine

Nov 28, 2024

Mary Katherine Romine, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, in Middletown, Indiana. Born January 15, 1945, in New Castle, Indiana, she was the beloved daughter of Katherine Parrish Griggs and Harmon Bernard Griggs, and the cherished sister and only girl among five siblings

Mary dedicated her life to her family and community. She...

Robert "Bobby" Dale Walston

Robert "Bobby" Dale Walston

Nov 27, 2024

Robert “Bobby Dale” Dale Walston, 58, of Muncie passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Brookside Haven Care Center in Muncie. On December 3, 1965, he was born in Hartford City, a son of the late, Harold Vernon and Roberta Jean (Cook) Walston.

Bobby Dale was a 1984 graduate of Daleville High School and was a veteran of the US Air...

Ron Walcott

Ron Walcott

Nov 26, 2024

Ron Walcott, 81, of Middletown, passed away on November 26, 2024. He was born on June 29, 1943, in rural Hagerstown to the late Holland and Marie (Dunnington) Walcott.

He graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School. Ron retired from Perfect Circle/Dana in New Castle, as well as Grede in New Castle. He married Mary Jane Kinnett on December 7, 2004....

Nancy Sue Oakes

Nancy Sue Oakes

Nov 26, 2024

Nancy Sue Oakes, 84, of New Castle, Indiana, received the jewels in her crown she earned while on earth, Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Stonebrook Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. Born on December 27, 1939, in Middletown, Indiana, she was the beloved daughter of the late John Daniel and Nellie Easter (Sanders) Oakes.

 Nancy’s life was defined by her servant’s heart...

Robert "Bob" Edwin Stewart

Robert "Bob" Edwin Stewart

Nov 24, 2024

Robert “Bob” Edwin Stewart, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Majestic Care in Southport, Indiana. Born on January 12, 1940, in Blackford County, Indiana, Bob was the beloved son of the late Jonathan Plentipo and Alta Pauline (Miller) Stewart.

 A 1961 graduate of Yorktown High School, Bob proudly enlisted in the United States Army following graduation. During...

Billie J. Chapman

Billie J. Chapman

Nov 22, 2024

Billie Joe Chapman, 93, resident of rural Middletown, passed away on November 22, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his four children. He was born in Middletown on March 9, 1931, the son of Rufus Lowell and Thelma (Brown) Chapman. He was a 1949 graduate of Sulphur Springs High School. He married his beloved wife, Janet Ritchie, on September 3,...

Saloma Jane Moon

Saloma Jane Moon

Nov 18, 2024

Saloma Moon, 86, of Daleville, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Countryside Manor in Anderson. She was born December 5, 1937, in Arkansas to the late John Royce and Mana (Frances) Callahan.

Saloma graduated from Daleville High School May of 1955. She worked and retired from Delco Remy. Saloma was a dedicated member of the Women Auxiliary of American...

Robert V. Ferguson

Robert V. Ferguson

Nov 12, 2024

On November 12, 2024, Robert V. (“Bob”) Ferguson, of Daleville, Indiana passed away at the age of 83. 

Bob was born in Berea, Ohio on July 5, 1941 to William A. and Hannah May Ferguson (nee Smith). At age six, the family, including older brother Bill, moved to a farm in Campbellsburg, Indiana. Bob graduated from Campbellsburg High School in 1959.

Bob...

Gerald Anthony "Tony" Tomlinson Jr.

Gerald Anthony "Tony" Tomlinson Jr.

Nov 12, 2024

Gerald Anthony “Tony” Tomlinson Jr., 60, of Middletown passed away on Tuesday November 12, 2024.He was born on December 21, 1963 in Tucson, AZ to the late Gerald Tomlinson Sr. and Nancy (Harrison)Razor.

Tony was a 1982 graduate of Shenandoah High School. He worked a delivery driver for Lee Building Products in Yorktown. Tony enjoyed fishing, watching TV and collecting things.

He...

Lesli Jo Robbins

Lesli Jo Robbins

Nov 11, 2024

Lesli Jo Robbins, 54, of Yorktown passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Community North Hospital. She was born on October 5, 1970, to the late Howard and Norma (Southerland) Dillard.

Lesli was a 1989 graduate of Yorktown High School. She loved gardening, plants and animals; she made salsa from what she grew out of her garden, she was very...

Timothy M. Gruwell

Timothy M. Gruwell

Nov 5, 2024

Timothy M. Gruwell, 69, of Daleville passed away on Tuesday November 5, 2024, at Morrison Woods in Muncie. He was born on June 21, 1955, in Muncie to the late Walter Gruwell and Nancy (Thomas) Campbell. He was a 1973 graduate of Daleville High School. Tim retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing...

Kerry "Dean" Franklin

Kerry "Dean" Franklin

Nov 5, 2024

Kerry “Dean” Franklin, 72, of Anderson passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born on May 6, 1952 in Anderson, a son to the late Harl and Juanita (Songer) Franklin. Dean was a 1970 graduate of Anderson High School. He worked as a job setter at Guide Lamp in Anderson for 30 years until his...

Marguerite Francis Wallet Rogers

Marguerite Francis Wallet Rogers

Oct 31, 2024

Marguerite Francis Wallet Rogers went to be with her Lord and Savior October 31, 2024. Marguerite had been battling cancer but is now at peace with her beloved husband John.

Marguerite was born January 24, 1943, in Natchez, MS. Over the years, her and John lived in Indiana, Georgia, North Carolina and Arizona, making friends wherever they went. After John passed,...

Debra Lee Brown

Debra Lee Brown

Oct 30, 2024

Debra Lee Brown, 66 of Daleville passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on December 9, 1957 to the late Jackie and Rosemary (Barkdull) Brown. Debra was a 1976 graduate of Daleville High School. After she graduated, she started a family. She enjoyed cooking. Debra loved being with family,...

Randall (Randy) William Gernand

Randall (Randy) William Gernand

Oct 29, 2024

Randall (Randy) William Gernand, age 64, of Daleville, Indiana passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, after battling pancreatic and liver cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home. Randy was born July 23rd, 1960, in Muncie, Indiana, the youngest son of the late Orville and Julia Gernand, who preceded him in glory....

Albert L. Farmer Jr.

Albert L. Farmer Jr.

Oct 25, 2024

Albert L. Farmer Jr., 64, of Indianapolis passed away on Friday October 25, 2024, at his home. He was born on March 15, 1960, in Batesville to the late Albert and Lois (Purdue) Farmer. After graduating from Pendleton Heights High School Albert served his country in the United States Army. He worked for the School for the Blind as a...

Michael Dennis Poore

Michael Dennis Poore

Oct 18, 2024

Michael Dennis Poore, 66, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2024. Born on April 23, 1958, in Middletown, Indiana, Mike—known as "Hopper" to friends in his younger years—walked a complex path through life, filled with both bright and troubled moments. His journey was marked by personal struggles and choices that at times created distance in his relationships. Mike’s life left...

Doniece A. Heady

Doniece A. Heady

Oct 15, 2024

Doniece A. Heady, 81, passed away to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at IU Hospital North in Carmel peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born in Elwood, Indiana on February 16, 1943 to the late William and Margaret (Savage) Heller. Doniece was a loving, caring, inspirational wife, mom, grandma, and aunt. She was a...

Walter Enoch Craig

Walter Enoch Craig

Oct 15, 2024

Walter Enoch Craig, 91, of Middletown passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at his residence. He was born on January 7, 1933, a son to the late William and Lavonn (Toller) Craig. Walter attended Anderson High School. He retired from Delco Remy in 1982. Walter and his wife, Janice farmed for over 60 years and was a member of...