Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana

Rex Allen Rees

Rex Allen Rees

Oct 26, 2026

Rex Allen Rees, 93, a lifelong resident of Salem Township and Daleville, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, at Lincolnshire Place in Muncie, Indiana. Rex was born on June 27, 1933, in Muncie, Indiana, a son of the late Lowell Archilles and Freda (Frees) Rees.

Rex was a 1951 graduate of Daleville High School. From 1951 until 1969, he farmed...

Naomi Nell Reed

Naomi Nell Reed

Oct 24, 2026

Naomi Nell Reed, 95, passed away on October 24, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who will forever cherish her love, laughter, and the joy she brought to those around her.

Naomi shared 66 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Earl Reed. Together, they built a life and family filled with love, laughter, and memories that...

Connie Orr

Connie Orr

Oct 23, 2026

Connie Orr, 80, born October 7, 1946, in Middletown, Indiana, passed away peacefully October 23, 2026, leaving behind a family who will miss her dearly—and a whole lot of memories that will keep them laughing for years to come.

Connie married her high school sweetheart, Fred W. Orr Jr., on July 4, 1964. They shared a life filled with love, family,...

Jennifer Sue Kreitl

Jennifer Sue Kreitl

Oct 20, 2026

Jennifer “Jenny” Sue Kreitl, 80, passed away on October 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 4, 1946, in Indianapolis, to the late Elwood and Virginia (Jordan) Norris.

A 1965 graduate of North Central High School in Indianapolis, Jenny continued her education at Indiana University, where she received her master’s degree in education. She was also...

Cheryl Thomas

Cheryl Thomas

Oct 16, 2026

Cheryl Darlene Thomas, 68, of Cadiz passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026. She was born on December 30, 1957, in Anderson to the late Fred Earl and Janet Elaine (Boyer) Shaw.

Cheryl grew up in Pennsylvania and Virginia before moving back to Indiana and on September 8, 2001, she married William Thomas. They spent a total of 39 wonderful years...

Mickey Cole

Mickey Cole

Oct 15, 2026

Mickey Cole, 65, of Kennard passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at St. Vincent Anderson. He was born on November 18, 1960, in New Castle to the late Jack and D. June (Gibbons) Cole.

A 1979 graduate of Shenandoah High School. Mickey drove a truck for S&H Trucking and E&B. He also worked for the town of Middletown. He loved...

Curtis Maritt Songer

Curtis Maritt Songer

Oct 14, 2026

Curtis Maritt Songer, 67, passed away on October 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 7, 1959, in Anderson to the late Kenneth and Mary (White) Songer.

Curtis lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a generous spirit that touched the people around him. He attended Anderson High School and went on...

Melva F. Perkins

Melva F. Perkins

Oct 13, 2026

Melva F. McCord Perkins passed away on October 13, 2026. Melva F. McCord Perkins was born at home on Eighth Street in Middletown on March 29, 1932, to Bill and Sue McCord. She passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at Waters Nursing Home in Middletown.

Melva was a longtime and devoted member of Sixth Street Christian Church, where she was...

Nancy Grace Humphrey

Nancy Grace Humphrey

Oct 11, 2026

Nancy Grace Humphrey, 66, of Lapel, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 11, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1959, in Anderson to the late Lawrence and Eleanor (Cayton) Whitehead.

Affectionately known as “Nanny”, Nancy will be remembered as a woman of strength, spirit, and deep devotion to the people she loved. She was a very hard...

Betty Jane Flynn

Betty Jane Flynn

Oct 11, 2026

Betty Jane Flynn, 81, of Middletown, passed away on October 11, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 27, 1945, in New Castle, to the late Carl and Ruth (Marlatt) Chew.

Betty will be remembered as a woman of warmth, spirit, and many simple joys that brought happiness to those around her. She was a 1963 graduate of...

Mauri Jay Harry

Mauri Jay Harry

Sep 29, 2026

Mauri Jay Harry, age 70, of Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away on the morning of September 29, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Mauri, known to his family and friends as “Jay”, was born on April 18, 1956, in Anderson, Indiana, to James Robert Harry and Rahamadonis (Farmer) Harry. He grew up in Middletown, Indiana, and attended both Purdue University and Ball State...

Settie Jean Hendricks

Settie Jean Hendricks

Sep 27, 2026

Settie Jean Hendricks, 106 years and 7 months old, was called home to heaven on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Settie was born on February 9, 1920, in Owensboro, KY to Henry and Mattie (Milne) Stein. In 1939, she moved to Anderson, IN, to live with family. It was there that she met Ernest "Dunnie" Hendricks, and the two were married...

James Alvey Stout Jr.

James Alvey Stout Jr.

Sep 22, 2026

James Alvey Stout Jr. went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 22,2026, at home with his family by his side as he went to his forever home.James was Born on September 13, 1951, to James and Hazel Stout Sr. in Muncie, IN. He graduated in 1969 from Muncie Central. He was a very hard-working man that supported his...

Joshua Lee Early

Joshua Lee Early

Sep 13, 2026

Joshua Lee Early, 45, of Shirley, New Castle, Anderson and Middletown was born on August 26th, 1981 to Lowell and Cathie (Burns) Early. He was a unique individual who enjoyed having fun, living life, and spending time with the people he loved. He could light up a room with his humor, and warm your soul with his faith.

Joshua held a...

Michael Wayne Anderson

Michael Wayne Anderson

Sep 11, 2026

Michael Wayne Anderson, 74, of Chesterfield, passed away on September 11, 2026. He was born in Muncie, IN, on January 10, 1952, to the late Sylvester and Illa (Sweet) Anderson.

Michael attended Shenandoah schools and worked as a police officer in Dayton, TX. He also worked at Valvoline Oil Refinery.

Michael is survived by his son, Anthony Anderson; his grandson, Michael Leo...

Terry Dale High

Terry Dale High

Sep 9, 2026

Terry Dale High, 65, of Middletown, passed away on September 9, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1961, in Anderson, IN, to Doris (Defreese) Bancroft and the late Lawrence Virgil High.

Terry lived his whole life in the Middletown area and he worked as a brick mason and in construction. He was a man who believed in hard work and...

Penny Sue Farmer

Penny Sue Farmer

Sep 7, 2026

Penny Sue Farmer, 76, of Middletown, passed away on September 7, 2026 at the Waters of Middletown. She was born on March 8, 1950, in Anderson, to the late Robert and Twilla (Hoover) Farmer.

Penny was raised in the Middletown area and later moved to Florida for many years, where she especially enjoyed going to the beach. She returned to Middletown...

Stephen "Steve" Carroll Schlegel

Stephen "Steve" Carroll Schlegel

Sep 4, 2026

Stephen “Steve” Carroll Schlegel, 78, passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2026 leaving behind a lifetime of service, love, and memories that will be cherished by many.

Steve was born October 24, 1947, in Muncie, Indiana, to Arthur “Jim” and Barbara Taylor Schlegel. He was a proud 1965 graduate of Daleville High School. Following graduation, Steve worked for a time in...

Judy Ann Hall

Judy Ann Hall

Sep 4, 2026

Judy Ann Hall, 85, of Middletown, was welcomed into the loving arms of her awaiting husband and the Good Lord she loved so dearly, on September 4, 2026. She was born on June 26, 1941, to the late Dingus and Lilly (Hopkins) Shepherd.

Judy lived a life marked by warmth, kindness, and love for the simple joys around her. She was...

Janet Jo Crabill

Janet Jo Crabill

Aug 25, 2026

Janet Jo Crabill, 87, of Middletown, passed away on August 25, 2026, at The Waters of Middletown. She was born on January 6, 1939, in Middletown, to the late Virgil and Mary (Barrett) Haynes.

Janet’s life started in Middletown, and she lived there her entire life. She was a Jehovah’s Witness and was known as a caring, hard-working, and generous woman...