Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana
Donna Hubbard
Aug 26, 2025
Donna Jean Hubbard, 86, of Middletown passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born on October 3, 1938 in Randolph Co., to the late Burley Arlington and Luella Maureen (Gillespie) Oren.
Donna was a 1956 graduate of Stoney Creek High School. In her later years after raising her children Donna worked as a secretary for Wisehart Law Office....
Normalee Lockhart
Aug 11, 2025
Normalee Lockhart, 97, of Middletown passed away on Monday August 11, 2025, at St. Vincent Anderson. She was born on March 22, 1928, in Deedsville, IN to the late Ross and Inez (Karns) Robins.
She was a 1947 graduate of Deedsville High School. Normalee was a proud supporter of the Shenandoah Band Boosters and active helping out with Little League. She...
Janet Rogers
Aug 10, 2025
Janet Rogers, 75, of Muncie passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, peacefully at home. She was born on July 20, 1950, in Anderson to the late Donald and Betty (Crosley) Litchfield.
In 1968 Janet graduated from Daleville High School. She went on to marry the love of her life Dennis Rogers in 1970. Janet was a loving wife and wonderful...
Gordon Wayne Easterly
Aug 8, 2025
Gordon “Wayne” Easterly, 71, of Mooreland, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 18, 1953, in Muncie, to the late Harold and Hessie (Millsap) Easterly.
Wayne’s journey began in Daleville, where he graduated from Daleville High School in 1971. He immediately started working at Borg Warner in Muncie. His professional path...
Sue Ann Bertram
Aug 7, 2025
Sue Ann Bertram, 73, of Daleville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born on July 2, 1952, in New Castle, IN, to the late Carl Graddy and Mary Ann (John) Scothorn.Sue Ann was a graduate of Shenandoah High School, and she was dedicated to helping others as a CMA, touching countless...
Linda Elizabeth Frees
Aug 7, 2025
Linda Elizabeth (Reedy) Frees, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at approximately 5:00 AM, August 7th, 2025, at St Vincent Regional Hospital in Anderson. She goes now to be with her beloved husband, James (Jim) Frees, and her oldest son, James Joseph (Joe) Frees.
She was a principled person of decency and integrity, and great mother, not only to her own children,...
Edward Allen Johnson
Aug 7, 2025
Edward Johnson, 75, of Daleville, passed away on August 7, 2025. He was born on August 2, 1950, in Muncie, Indiana. He spent his childhood in Chesterfield with his parents, the late Orville and Louise (Gourley) Johnson.
Growing up with his brother Oren Johnson and sister Eloise Holcomb, core memories were made. Ed met his wife Phyllis Imel and married her...
Sherryle Jones
Jul 27, 2025
Sherryle "Sherry Jo" Jones, 79, of Anderson passed away at the Waters of Middletown and went to her heavenly home on Sunday July 27, 2025 soon after finding out she had pancreatic cancer. She was born on November 18, 1945, in Oakland CA. the first child to the late Donald and Geneva (Barg) Hanson.
She grew up in Chesterfield and Shirley...
Russell "Bub" Eugene Darling
Jul 26, 2025
Russell "Bub" Eugene Darling, a cherished member of the Middletown community and a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on July 26, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on July 11, 1943, to the late Paul and Emma (Keesling) Darling.
Russell lived his entire life in Middletown; a place he called home. Russell was a proud Cossack...
Robert William Spell
Jul 21, 2025
Robert William Spell passed away peacefully under hospice care on July 21, 2025, at the age of 89.
Born on April 25, 1936, Robert grew up in Indiana and graduated from Anderson High School in 1954. He went on to earn a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University, followed by an MBA from The Ohio State University.
Robert began his professional...
Paul E. Kendall
Jul 14, 2025
Paul Edwin Kendall, 95, passed away peacefully at his home in Middletown surrounded by his loving family on July 14, 2025, following a brief illness.
He was born May 20, 1930, in Summitville, IN to Theodore and Ercie (Dawson) Kendall. He attended school in Summitville and enlisted in the Army from 1951-1953. During the Korean Conflict, he proudly served his country...
Helen C. Noble
Jul 9, 2025
Helen C. Noble, 90, nearly a lifelong resident of Middletown passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Morrison Woods in Muncie. On April 5, 1935, Helen was born in Mechanicsburg a daughter of the late Simeon “Boyd” and Effie (Fountain) Clem.
Helen was a 1953 graduate of Middletown High School. Faithful to her Lord and Savior, Helen was a member...
Sheila Beaman
Jul 8, 2025
Sheila Beaman, 80, of Jasper, AR, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 8, 2025. She was born on July 7, 1945, to the late Emmons and Hazel (Stanley) Riley.
She was passionate about her family and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Sheila enjoyed karaoke, playing bingo and she especially enjoyed birthday parties.
Sheila is survived by her daughter,...
Ruby Thelma Bishop
Jun 30, 2025
Ruby Thelma Bishop, age 85, of Winchester, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born on September 10, 1939, in Cogswell, Kentucky, the daughter of the late James Lee and Nora (Circle) Crose.
Ruby dedicated most of her life to caring for her family as a homemaker, though she...
David Bruce Shirey
Jun 25, 2025
David Bruce Shirey, 78, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at his home on June 25, 2025. He was born June 7, 1947 in Muncie, to the late Frank and Helen (May) Shirey.
Renowned for his humor, Dave possessed a remarkable gift for bringing joy to those who crossed his path. With a comedic flair, a quick wit, and a kind-hearted nature,...
Lenore Ritchie
Jun 21, 2025
Lenore Ritchie, 82, of Middletown passed away on Saturday June 21, 2025, at Community Hospital in Anderrtmpson. She was born on September 30, 1942, in Anderson to the late William and Gladys (Young) Dahl.
For over 30 years Lenore worked for Delco Remy in Anderson before her retirement. She loved to go rummaging and to flea markets. She also enjoyed going...
Sue Ann Keesling
Jun 16, 2025
Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Sue Ann Keesling, 78, of Jefferson, Georgia, who passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2025. Sue was born December 13, 1946, in New Castle, Indiana, to the late Walter L. Huser and Elsie Reedy Huser.
She grew up in Middletown, Indiana, where she met and married her husband of fifty-four...
Bonnie Marie Bell
Jun 15, 2025
Bonnie Marie Bell, 83, of Middletown, passed away on June 15, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in New Castle, IN, on June 28, 1941, to the late Olaf Otto and Lola Irene (Miller) Miller. A loving and devoted wife, mother, and friend, Bonnie lived a life filled with warmth, joy, and cherished memories, leaving...
Estella Reba Chadwick
Jun 8, 2025
Estella Reba Chadwick, 90, of Daleville passed away at her home on June 8, 2025. She was born on February 22, 1935, to the late Robert and Irene (Carr) Scott.
A lifelong resident of the Daleville area, Estella's journey began with her education in the local schools, which fostered a love for learning and community that would resonate throughout her life.
Estella...
Patsy Hittson
Jun 8, 2025
Patsy Hittson, beloved wife of Gary Hittson for 61 years, passed peacefully at Westminster Village, with her family by her side. Thanks to the outpouring love from the staff, she was comforted and cared for in her final days with grace and dignity. Patsy and Gary have resided the same home located in Muncie their entire marriage. She was born...
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