Local Obituaries for Families in Anderson, Indianapolis, and Lawrence.
Ruby Mae Hamby
Dec 15, 2023
Ruby Mae Hamby (82) of Gaston, IN. passed away at The Woodlands in Muncie, IN. on December 14, 2023. Ruby was born in Greenville, Tennessee on April 10, 1941. Everyone who knew Ruby loved her.
She is preceded in death by her husband William (Bill) Hamby. Her parents Horace and Vernie (Hensley) Reynolds. 2 brothers Dana Reynolds and James Reynolds, 1 sister Betty Reading.
She is survived...
Anne S. Zukel
Dec 14, 2023
Anne Zukel passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 14, just nine days before her 103rd birthday. Anne was born on December 23, 1920, in Shirley, Massachusetts. She was the only child of Joseph and Mary Swiryda.
Anne attended Fitchburg State University, graduating in 1943 with a degree in education. She served as the assistant director of the USO in Corpus...
Brandy Gee
Dec 14, 2023
"WHAT A LONG, STRANGE TRIP IT'S BEEN"
Brandy N. Gee, beloved mother, passed away on December 14th, 2023. Brandy was born on March 1st, 1976 in Muncie, Indiana and resided in Anderson for most of her life. Brandy attended Job Corps as a teenager and worked as a CNA for many years. Brandy was a devoted follower of the band...
Rita Anne Rambis
Dec 13, 2023
Rita Anne Rambis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away on December 13, 2023, in Anderson, Indiana. She was born on December 10, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan. Rita leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.Rita's passion for teaching led her to become the owner of...
Stephen "Herbie" Miller
Dec 13, 2023
Stephen "Herbie" Miller, passed away on December 13th, 2023, to a recent illness. Herbie was born on December 15, 1946, in Anderson, Indiana, to proud parents Robert and LaVaughn Miller. He was a lifelong resident of Pendleton, Indiana.
Herbie, a true sports enthusiast, found joy in both watching and attending games. His passion for sports extended to his favorite...
Jack Alan Winton
Dec 12, 2023
Jack Alan Winton, a beloved member of the Anderson community, passed away on December 12, 2023. He was born on July 18, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana, to Clyde and Ruby Winton. Jack's roots in Anderson ran deep, and he spent his entire life in the town that he loved.Jack led a fulfilling career as a printer for Warner Press, where...
Dr. Jerry Eugene Sipe
Dec 9, 2023
Dr. Jerry Eugene Sipe passed away on December 9th, 2023 at the age of 81, in Anderson, Indiana due to respiratory complications.
A lifelong learner and teacher, Jerry mentored and instructed thousands of college students during his 30 years as a full-time faculty member of Anderson University’s Biology department and then later, in his retirement years, as an...
John Hilleary Vogt
Dec 7, 2023
John Hilleary Vogt of Noblesville, IN passed away on December 7, 2023 at the age of 79 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born March 24, 1944 in Biloxi, MS to John Henry and Jean Hilleary Vogt.
John attended Bradley University. He went on to serve in the US Army during the Vietnam era. He...
Arturo Martinez
Dec 5, 2023
Born July 02, 1972 in Santa Ana, El Salvador.
Passed away Tuesday, December 05, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Kierra Lake
Dec 5, 2023
People wonder what angels look like. If they had met Kierra they would know. She was Born December 22, 1999 in Bluffton, IN to Kerri and Mark Lake. Kierra left this earth for her true home among the angels on December 5, 2023. Living life her way, she took on many challenges her short, nearly 24 years of life. Nothing...
Wayne L. Sarvis Jr.
Dec 5, 2023
Wayne L. Sarvis Jr., known as "Hinky," passed away on December 5th, 2023. Born on February 14, 1950, to Wayne Sarvis Sr. and Erma Shoemaker.
Hinky spent his days working at Hopewell Center in Anderson, IN, where he made a positive impact on the lives of those he served. He had a soft spot for cats and loved spending time...
Terry Armstrong
Dec 4, 2023
After a long, hard struggle with Parkinson's disease and multiple myeloma, Terry Armstrong, 72, is finally whole and healthy once again. Jesus called him home on December 4th, 2023.
Terry was born to Joseph and Mary Evelyn Armstrong on October 11th, 1951, in Indianapolis. He was a 1969 graduate of Pendleton High School. He retired from the City of...
Danny Ball II
Dec 2, 2023
Danny Ball II, age 47, of Anderson, passed away on December 2, 2023, after an extended illness. He was born on October 3, 1976, to Danny Ball I and Vanessa (Cook) Ball.
Danny worked at Manifold Refuse for many years before his illness. He was known for loving the band Metallica, building models, and just being that fun, energetic,...
Chester C. Skaggs
Dec 2, 2023
Chester Carrol Skaggs of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away on December 2, 2023, in Anderson at the age of 79. Chester was born on April 11, 1944, in Bowling Green, Kentucky to Rugal Skaggs and Betty (Graham) Skaggs.
Chester originally worked as a salesman selling cars. He would later go on to have many different jobs including owning a flea...
Michelle Deanne Fairchild
Dec 1, 2023
Michelle Deanne Fairchild (Zweck) of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away December 01, 2023 in Indianapolis at the age of 57.
Michelle was born on July 11, 1966 to Max William Zweck and Darlene Elaine McRee (Wells), who preceeded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Dwayne Zweck.
Michelle is survived by her brother, Max Dennis...
Frances E. Boyd
Dec 1, 2023
Frances E. Boyd, 81, of Greenwood, IN, passed away on December 1, 2023. She was born on October 24, 1942, in Evansville, IN, to the late Edward and Mary Jane (Smith) Higgs. Frances graduated from Reitz High School in Evansville. She worked in finance for Rolls-Royce, retiring in 2013. Frances was a member of St. Anne’s and St. Jude Church,...
Donald E. Curtis
Nov 30, 2023
Don peacefully passed away at home on November 30th, 2023. Don was born November 21st, 1938, to Donald N and Vergie (Hammans) Curtis in Indianapolis, IN. After graduation from Arsenal Technical High School, he joined the US Air Force. He served for 8 years as a Security Service spy monitoring the Chinese Communists. In 1961, he married his...
Roxanne Lynn Woerner
Nov 29, 2023
Our Queen, Roxanne Lynn Woerner, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on November 29, 2023. Roxanne was born in Toledo, Ohio, but mostly grew up in California. As a single mother, she graduated from Owen’s Tech in 1980 with an Associates in Accounting degree. Roxanne usually worked in the medical billing field and was known for her excellent customer service...
Matthew Jared Schomer
Nov 28, 2023
Matthew Jared Schomer, 40, passed away on November 28, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born October 4, 1983, in Defiance, Ohio. During Matt’s third-grade parent teacher conference, his teacher explained that they had 31 students in the class and that the other 30 students all had a friend named “Matt”. Matt’s ability to connect with people was his gift,...
William "Bill" E. Pfeiffer
Nov 28, 2023
William Edward Pfeiffer, II, or just "Bill", was born August 2, 1927, on Long Island, New York. A natural-born mischief-maker this Catholic kid was always intrigued by farm life even though he was surrounded by city. He loved swimming, adventures, and raising chicks bought at Macy's on 34th street. He left the city to pursue hard farm work during the...
