Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Henry, Madison and Delaware Counties, Indiana

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....

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...