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Walter "Charlie" Huffman

Walter "Charlie" Huffman

May 28, 2023

Walter “Charlie” Huffman, 86, of Middletown passed away Sunday May 28, 2023, at the Waters of New Castle. He was born in Markleville on May 2, 1937, to the late Glen and Catherine (Bryant) Huffman. He grew up in Markleville and attended Markleville High School. Charlie served his country in the United States Army. He retired from Delco Remy after...

Rita Joan Padgett

Rita Joan Padgett

May 27, 2023

Rita Joan Padgett, 68, resident of Anderson, passed away on Saturday May 27, 2023, at Northview Health and Living in Anderson. Rita was born at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, August 29, 1954, the daughter of the late John Dale and Ruth Ann Nixon. She was a Veteran of the United States Air Force Reserve serving with the 434th and...

Michael "Mike" J. Lowery

Michael "Mike" J. Lowery

May 26, 2023

Michael J. Lowery, 76, of Sulphur Springs passed away Friday May 26, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent in Anderson. He was born on November 11, 1946 in New Castle to the late Robert and Marcella (Rutherford) Lowery. A Veteran of the United States Army, Mike served his country from 1966 to 1968. A 1965 graduate of Sulphur Springs High School,...

Chester "Chet" Babb

Chester "Chet" Babb

May 24, 2023

***Updated*** Chester “Chet” Babb, 74, of Pendleton passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Ascension St. Vincent in Anderson. He was born on November 30, 1948, in Anderson, to the late Leon Carlton and Vera Mardelle (Presser) Babb. A Veteran of the United States Navy, Chet served from 1968 to 1972 and in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. He...

James David Edwards

James David Edwards

May 16, 2023

James David Edwards, 78, of Anderson passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He was born March 31,1945 in Anderson to the late George and Ruth (Cohen) Stephens. Dave was a 1964 graduate of Middletown High School (Cossacks). He lived in the Middletown and Anderson area for a majority of his life. He worked more than 40 years at Delco...

Danny Ray Painter

Danny Ray Painter

May 13, 2023

Danny Ray Painter, 72 of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was born on July 15, 1950 to the late Howard Benton and Gertrude (Cates) Painter. Danny was a union rep for the UAW while employed with Allison Transmissions. He loved Harley Davidson motorcycles, working in his yard, spending time with his grandchildren and great grandson, antiques...

Velma Laverne Whitmore

Velma Laverne Whitmore

May 11, 2023

Velma Laverne Whitmore, 93, of Anderson passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. She was born March 28, 1930 in Hartford, Ohio to the late Ivan and Grace (Cozad) Clark. Velma spent 60 years or more being a part of this community, she was very proud to work alongside her husband designing the interiors of the homes he built. Velma...

David Huddleston

David Huddleston

May 9, 2023

David Huddleston, 73, of Middletown passed away Tuesday May 9, 2023. He was born on July 31, 1949 in Anderson to the late Cleve and Allie (Riddle) Huddleston. A Veteran of the United States Army serving during the Vietnam War. David retired from Guide Lamp in Anderson in 2002 after 30 years of service. He was an avid golfer and...

Marcus "Lynn" Antrim

Marcus "Lynn" Antrim

May 7, 2023

(Marcus) Lynn Antrim, 83, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 after a 2-year illness. He was born on July 11, 1940 to the late Marcus E. and Blanche M. Antrim. Lynn graduated from Daleville High School in 1958 and was an enthusiastic fan of the Daleville Broncos as well as the Chicago Cubs. He was employed by Fisher Guide...

Shawn Renee' Carnes-Keller

Shawn Renee' Carnes-Keller

May 7, 2023

Shawn Renee’ Carnes-Keller, 64, of Middletown passed away Sunday May 7, 2023 at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born on September 10, 1958 in Anderson to the late Cordell Carnes and Ruth Joan (Painter) Campbell. She was a graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and Ball State University. Shawn received her Masters Degree in Special Education. She retired from...

Tonya Taylor

Tonya Taylor

May 5, 2023

Tonya Taylor, 48, of Greenfield passed away on Friday May 5, 2023 after a 14-year battle with MS surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 8, 1974 in Muncie to the late Gerald ‘Sarge” Griggs and Patricia “Charli” (Barnett) Thomas. She was a 1993 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. In the summer of 1993, she went...

Kurt Dean Mathews

Kurt Dean Mathews

May 4, 2023

Kurt Dean Mathews departed this world on May 4th, 2023. Kurt was born May 20, 1971 in New Castle. Kurt was a loving, devoted father that loved spending time with his daughter, Maddie. He would take her for bike rides, to the movies and for long drives in the car making it a game for her to figure out how...

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....

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...

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