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Thomas "Tom" Scott Hall

August 15, 1960 - March 30, 2022

PENDLETON – Thomas "Tom" Scott Hall, 61, passed away at home on March 30, 2022. Tom was born on August 15, 1960, in Anderson, IN, and was a lifelong resident of the Pendleton area. He graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1978 and then went on to earn his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University in 1983. He had a lifelong career in the automotive industry,...
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Rebecca "Becky" Lee Purdy

September 30, 1947 - March 11, 2022

Rebecca "Becky" Lee (Snaufer) Purdy, 74 of Pendleton passed away March 11, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Anderson. She was born September 30, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio and was a Fort Wayne resident before moving to Pendleton with her husband, Wayne A. Purdy, 42 years ago. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Becky was a 1965 graduate of Fort Wayne South Side...
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Carol Ann Veerkamp

August 21, 1950 - March 5, 2022

Carol Ann Veerkamp, 71, of Anderson, passed away on March 5, 2022 at Ascension Hospital in Indianapolis. Carol was born on August 21, 1950 in New Albany, IN to the late, William "Nails" and Doris (Dils) Harrison. Carol received her bachelor's degree in Accounting from Indiana Business College and worked as an accountant all her life. Carol married her first husband, Jack Burns, on February 2,...
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Donna Mae McCutcheon

September 20, 1949 - February 23, 2022

Donna Mae McCutcheon, 72, of Anderson, IN passed away on February 23, 2022 after an extended illness. Donna was born on September 20, 1949 in Anderson to Richard and Ellen (Hembree) Mort. Donna received her associate degree from the Business College. She then went on to work for International Paper, Emge Packing, and finally, the Indiana Reformatory, where she would eventually retire from. Donna...
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Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Huffman

March 9, 1959 - February 22, 2022

PENDLETON- Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Huffman, 62, passed away at his home on February 22, 2022. He was born March 9, 1959 in Anderson, Indiana and was a lifelong Pendleton resident. Jeff was a 1977 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. He was a member of Lewisville Masonic Lodge No. 72 F.&A.M. and Red Men Lodge No. 2. Jeff enjoyed woodworking, gardening, nature and flowers. He was an avid train...
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Allen Duane "Butch" Zehrung

February 28, 1947 - February 16, 2022

Allen Zehrung passed away at 6:30 am, Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Ascension- St Vincent Hospital after a brief illness. Allen is survived by his son, Brad (Vicki) Zehrung; his daughter, Marla Sims. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Quentin Sims, Jacob Sims, Jake Zehrung, Matthew Zehrung, Kinley Rae, and David Seaborn; his great-grandchild, Elijah Vance; and two sisters, Toni Sylvester ...
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Ronald Joe McCord

March 19, 1943 - February 7, 2022

HUNTSVILLE- Ronald Joe McCord, 78, passed away February 7, 2022 at his home. He was born March 19, 1943 in Anderson and was a lifetime resident of the Anderson, Pendleton and Huntsville communities. Ronald retired as a Manufacturer Engineer from Delco Remy. He was a 1961 graduate of Anderson High School and served as an EMT for Pendleton Emergency Ambulance for several years. He enjoyed...
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Lori A. Shook

October 15, 1963 - January 27, 2022

Lori A. Shook, 58, of Pendleton passed away January 27, 2022 at her home after an extended illness. She was born October 15, 1963 in Anderson, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident all of her life. Lori was a 1982 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School, where she excelled in athletics. She spent the first part of her career at UPS and retired from Indiana Department of Correction. Survivors...
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Timothy A. Young

June 3, 1959 - January 24, 2022

Timothy A. Young, 62, of Anderson passed away at his residence, on January 24, 2022 following an extended illness. He was born in Anderson, Indiana on June 3, 1959. Tim was a 1978 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and was a US Army veteran. He was a member of Anderson Church of the Brethren where he enjoyed serving as a greeter. Tim was a volunteer for Madison County Emergency...
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Roy Eugene Stewart

January 18, 1961 - January 19, 2022

Roy Eugene Stewart, 61, of Fortville, passed away at residence January 19, 2022 following an extended illness. He was born January 18, 1961 in Greenfield, Indiana and was a Fortville resident most of his life. Roy was a 1979 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and was a US Air Force veteran having served six years. During his time in the Air force. He took classes at San Antonio College,...
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Janet Sue Ledbetter

June 24, 1936 - January 15, 2022

Janet Sue (Hershman) Ledbetter, 85, of Carmel and former longtime Pendleton resident passed away January 15, 2022. She was born June 24, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident most of her life. Janet was a homemaker and had been employed at Downing's, Clancy's and Hardee's restaurants in Pendleton. She was a 1954 graduate of Fortville High School. Janet was a member of...
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Bette D. Godbey

December 22, 1955 - January 10, 2022

Bette D. (Chambers) Godbey, 66, of Anderson passed away January 10, 2022 at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was born December 22, 1955 in Anderson, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident most of her life. Bette was Coordinator of the Radiology Department at Community Hospital in Anderson. She was a very devoted follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. Bette was a 1974 graduate of Anderson High...
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Laura Ann Wiliams

July 13, 1970 - January 8, 2022

Laura Ann Williams, age 51, died at her home in Shorewood, Wisconsin on January 8th after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer. Laura was born on July 13, 1970 at St. John's Hospital in Anderson. Laura graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1988 and Indiana University in 1992. She had worked with Kalmbach Publishing Company and Reader's Digest as a copywriter, and most recently...
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Diane R. Greene

September 23, 1936 - January 6, 2022

Diane R. Greene, 85, of Pendleton, passed away January 6, 2022 peacefully at her home. She was born September 23, 1936 in Anderson, Indiana to the late John and Thora (Jenkins) Hoefner. She married the love of her life the late Robert M. (Bob) Greene on July 11, 1953. They resided in Anderson, Indiana until they built their forever loving home in 1962 located in Pendleton, Indiana. In...
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Charles Edmund Schott

January 8, 1948 - January 4, 2022

Charles (Sonny) Schott, 73, passed away January 4, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. Sonny was adopted by their loving parents, Katherine and George Schott of Alexandria, Indiana where he and his brother (Jr.) had a wonderful childhood. He attended St. Mary's Catholic High School and Alexandria Monroe High School graduating in 1966. After High School Sonny enlisted in the Indiana National...
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Janetta Jean Rogers

February 23, 1935 - December 29, 2021

PENDLETON – Janetta "Jean" Birch Rogers, 86, of Pendleton, went to be with her Lord Dec. 29, 2021. She was born Feb. 23, 1935 in Anderson, In, to Thomas D. Birch and Dolores (Watson) Birch. Jean was a 1953 graduate of Markleville High School. She retired from Ft. Benjamin Harrison as a computer programmer. She was a member of New Life Christian Church of Anderson. She was a devoted wife,...
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Jack Melvin Crosley

May 24, 1929 - December 26, 2021

Jack Melvin Crosley (92) transferred his membership to the Church Triumphant on December 26, 2021. He was born on May 24, 1929, to Helen and Fred Crosley. Jack resided in Pendleton for almost all his life, spending a few years in Colorado before beginning school. Jack graduated from Pendleton High School where he was a starter for the 1947 fighting Irish basketball team which went to the semi...
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Tracy L. Gardner

October 12, 2021 - December 22, 2021

Tracy L. Gardner, 61, of Pendleton, IN passed away after an extended illness on December 22, 2021. Tracy was born on October 12, 1960 in Louisville, KY to parents, Charles Allen and Joan Carole (Ploetner) Bowling. Tracy married her loving husband, Jeffrey A. Gardner, in Anderson, IN. Tracy had the most important job, and she was a homemaker and loved it. Tracy was a member of the Fraternal Order...
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Johnnie Dale "Smoky" Burgess

July 13, 1948 - December 19, 2021

Johnnie Dale "Smoky" Burgess, 73, of Fortville passed after a valiant fight with a brief illness. He was born July 13, 1948, in Clinton to the late Willis Pershing & Mida Marie (McWethy) Burgess. Smoky retired from Olinger Distribution after 30 years and was a member of Teamsters Local #135. His most passionate occupation was that of an auctioneer. He was a past member of the Indiana...
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James (Jim) R. Williams, Jr.

June 19, 1942 - December 18, 2021

PENDLETON- James (Jim) R. Williams, Jr., 79, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on June 19, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to James and Martha Williams. After graduating from Roundhead High School, he attended Olivet Nazarene University in Kankakee, Illinois. There he met the love of his life, Victoria (Vicki) Parks and they were married on June 1,...
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Shawn Edward Rector

February 9, 1964 - November 24, 2021

Shawn Edward Rector, 57, of Pendleton, passed away on November 24, 2021 at I.U. Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born on February 9, 1964 in Anderson to Connie Rector and Joe "Kent" Rector. Shawn was self-employed in the construction industry. He loved being outdoors, hunting and working with his hands. Shawn is survived by his parents, Connie Rector of Pendleton and Joe "Kent" Rector...
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Richard P. McKenney

August 13, 1934 - November 21, 2021

Richard P. McKenney, 87, of Pendleton, IN passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 after an extended illness. Richard was born on August 13, 1934 in Fairland, IN to Arthur and Hazel McKenney. He worked as a Supervisor for General Motors for a number of years. Richard loved woodworking and created many beautiful pieces during his lifetime. He enjoyed farming and tending to his corn and soybean...
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Robert "Bob" Clendenen

May 1, 1948 - October 29, 2021

Robert "Bob" Lee Clendenen, 73, of Pendleton, passed away on October 29, 2021 at Community Hospital in Anderson. He was born on May 1, 1948 in Warsaw to Robert and Emma (Pavey) Clendenen. Robert retired from Central Indiana Western Railroad as a Railroad Engineer after 28 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and doing yardwork. He is survived by his wife, Marsa (Burris) Clendenen of Pendleton...
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Robert L. "Bob" Sibert

August 30, 1928 - October 19, 2021

Robert Leroy Sibert, 93, passed away Oct. 19, 2021 at Hamilton Trace in Fishers, Indiana. He was born Aug. 30, 1928 in Vincennes, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident since 1962. Bob retired as an engineer from Guide Lamp Division of GM in Anderson in 1988. He was a member of Pendleton Christian Church and the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association). Bob enjoyed bowling and reading. He loved...
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Royce Kimble

April 2, 1951 - October 4, 2021

He died as he lived, everyone's friend. A beautiful life that came to an end, he died as he lived, everyone's friend. In our hearts a memory will always be kept, of the one we loved, and will never forget. The Man, The Myth, The Legend. Royce (The Man, The Myth, The Legend) Kimble who entered eternal life on Monday, October 4th 2021 at his home in Ingalls, Indiana, was born in Indianapolis, on...
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Nicole Marie "Niki" Hays

December 11, 1972 - September 22, 2021

Nicole Marie "Niki" Hays, 48, of Pendleton passed away Sept. 22, 2021 peacefully at her home surrounded by family. She was born Dec. 11, 1972 in Angola, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident since 1974. She was a 1991 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. Niki worked for UPS as an Operations Manager Specialist for 29 years. Survivors include her husband, Erik Hays; children, Riley...
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Braden Mitchell Walker

November 6, 1997 - September 16, 2021

Braden Mitchell Walker, 23, of Lafayette, passed away on September 16, 2021. He was born on November 6, 1997 in Anderson to Brad Walker and Elizabeth (Sheets) Walker. Braden was a Manager at Maximus Logistics. He enjoyed hiking, micro- electronics, and the beach. He was a true entrepreneur. He is survived by his parents, Brad (Tammy) Walker of Westfield, Elizabeth (Sheets) Walker of...
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Shawn Adam King

August 2, 1971 - September 15, 2021

Shawn Adam King Aug. 2, 1971 – Sept. 15, 2021 PENDLETON- Shawn Adam King, 50, passed away Sept. 15, 2021. He was born Aug. 2, 1971 in Crossville, Tennessee. Shawn is survived by his wife, Tara Annette (Fox) King; daughters, Ashley Morgan King and Gracie Nicole King; mother, Linda Mae (Stone) King; his dog, Juju; brothers, Andy Fesler, Chance Weaver and Dan Pederson; parents-in-law, Bob...
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Gary W. Bond

October 2, 1936 - September 12, 2021

Gary W. Bond, 84, of Pendleton, passed away Sept. 12, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Hospital. He was born Oct. 2, 1936 in Markleville and was a Pendleton resident for most of his life. Gary retired from Guide Lamp Division of General Motors as a tool and die maker in 1994 following 38 years of service. He was a 1954 graduate of Markleville High School where he lettered in basketball,...
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Ruby Grace Glass Polance Canner

May 18, 1923 - September 6, 2021

Ruby Grace Glass Polance Canner age 98, passed away in Pendleton, Indiana September 6, 2021. She was born in Indianapolis May 18, 1923 and raised on a farm in Madison County. She was predeceased by her parents, Radford Gene Glass and Grace L. Riley Glass and her siblings. She is survived by generations of nieces and nephews who share fond stories of what a wonderful aunt Ruby was. Ruby...
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David Lee Webb

December 27, 1949 - August 28, 2021

David Lee Webb, 71, of Pendleton, passed away at his home on August 28, 2021. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 27, 1949. David was an over the road truck driver for various trucking companies and moving and van lines. He loved riding his Harley, fishing and relaxing by the lake. He enjoyed playing card games and Yahtzee with his family and poker online and with his friends. ...
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Lee Roy McGee

March 15, 1936 - August 26, 2021

Lee Roy McGee, age 85, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee died August 26, 2021. Lee Roy was born in Kansas City, Kansas and was the son of the late, Carl and Ola Myrtle Hinkle McGee. He was a graduate of Stockton High School. Lee Roy was a member of Abundant Life Church in Indianapolis, Indiana for over 50 years and attended Silver Springs Baptist Church in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. He was retired from...
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Helen Ruth Ogden

November 19, 1931 - July 12, 2021

Helen Ruth (Jakes) Ogden, 89, of Anderson, passed away July 12, 2021. She was born November 19, 1931 in Connersville, Indiana and was an Anderson resident most of her life. Helen was an Anderson High School graduate and worked at Delco Remy before the birth of her children. She was a homemaker and later worked in the Pendleton Junior High School Cafeteria. She loved to watch all her grandkids...
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Scott L. Davis

November 4, 1986 - June 28, 2021

COLUMBIA CITY- former Pendleton resident, Scott L. Davis, 34, passed away unexpectedly June 28, 2021 in Columbia City. He was born November 4, 1986 in Anderson, Indiana. Scott graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 2005 and attended the University of Southern Indiana. Scott began his career in the steel industry in 2007 when he and his high school sweetheart, Ashbie, moved to...
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William Preston (Bill) Cox

January 12, 1943 - June 21, 2021

William Preston (Bill) Cox (Jan. 12, 1943 – Jun 21, 2021) Bill was born a special person. He was especially challenged in his early years as he struggled to acquire those abilities by which people tend to "measure" children. But Bill had his own measuring stick. Bill could only be truly evaluated by his own standards, not those applied to ordinary people. Bill was blessed to remain childlike...
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Doreen Cleo Collins

November 4, 1958 - May 21, 2021

Doreen Cleo (Fry) Collins, 62, of Pendleton passed away peacefully at her home on May 21, 2021. Doreen was born November 4, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident for 24 years. She was a homemaker and loving caregiver to her daughters and grandkids. Survivors include her daughters, Lisa Andis, Nancy (Joseph Reed) Toutman, Kandy Goen and Sandy Collins; sister, Doris ...
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David Jefferson Ashmore

May 3, 1953 - May 1, 2021

David Jefferson Ashmore May 3, 1953 - May 1, 2021 David J. Ashmore was born in St. Louis, Missouri on May 3, 1953 to James Elwin Ashmore and Lottie Holt Ashmore. He was the oldest of four children - brothers Robert and Edward, and sister Jane. David spent the first five years of his life in Cambridge, Massachusetts, then moved to Indianapolis. When David was thirteen years old, his family...
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Thomas William "Boston" McCourt

August 11, 1971 - April 28, 2021

Thomas William "Boston" McCourt, 49, of Anderson, Indiana and former Massachusetts resident passed away April 28, 2021 at his residence. He was born August 11, 1971 in Boston, Massachusetts. Boston as he was known to friends and co-workers was a professional mover and worked at various moving and van line companies since high school including, Atlas, Atlantic and North American. In his spare...
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Billie Marilyn Heman

October 16, 1926 - March 29, 2021

Billie Marilyn (Cluggish) Heman, 94, of Pendleton passed away March 29, 2021. She was born October 16, 1926 in New Castle, Indiana and was an Indianapolis resident most of her life before moving to Pendleton. Billie was a homemaker and a 1945 graduate of Shortridge High School, Indianapolis. Survivors include children, Connie (Jerry) Brinson, Sally (Hal) Bramley, Jan (Dottie) Heman and Robert...
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Michael James Hart

September 10, 1943 - March 29, 2021

Michael James Hart, 77, of Pendleton, passed away at his home on March 29, 2021. He was born September 10, 1943 in Elizabeth City County, Virginia and was an Anderson resident for most of his life until moving to Pendleton in the 1990's. Mike retired as a Firefighter from the Anderson Fire Department in 1986 following 20 years of service. He was a longtime business partner with his brother,...
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Elizabeth L. Messler

April 7, 1972 - March 19, 2021

Elizabeth L. Messler, 48, of Pendleton, passed away March 19, 2021, at her residence. She was born April 7, 1972, In Ypsilanti, Michigan, to the late David Sieloff and Betty Stamper and has lived in Pendleton for the last 11 years. She is survived by her husband, Chris Messler; a daughter, Grace Messler; and a brother, Richard Linville. The family has chosen to honor her life without...
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Otis Louis "Lou" Lupton

August 22, 1951 - February 25, 2021

Otis Louis "Lou" Lupton, 69, of Pendleton and former Evansville resident passed away February 25, 2021. He was born August 22, 1951 in Evansville Indiana to Otis L. and Alice (James) Lupton. Lou was a 1969 graduate of F.J. Reitz High School in Evansville and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1973 from Purdue University. He was an industrial engineer of over 20 years and owned and operated...
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Nancy Lee Chase

August 27, 1934 - February 24, 2021

Nancy Lee Chase, 86, of Allen Park, Michigan and former Pendleton resident gained her wings on February 24, 2021. Nancy was born August 27, 1934 in Greenfield, Indiana. She retired from Conrail Police Department in 1999. She moved to Michigan in 2016. She was the heart of the family. Loving Mother of Melanie (Steve) Clark, Susan (Brian) Robison, Chip Chase. Dear sister of Butch (Sharon)...
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Jacob Alan Griffard

March 10, 1998 - February 20, 2021

Jacob Alan Griffard, 22, of Pendleton passed away on February 20, 2021. He was born on March 10, 1998 in Indianapolis to Greg and Laura (Wigent) Griffard. Jacob was a senior at Ball State University, majoring in History with a minor in Entrepreneurship. He enjoyed playing and writing music, camping, hunting, traveling and creative writing. He was a loving son and brother who cherished spending...
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Ronald Ray Jones

February 6, 2021

Ronald R. Jones, 71, passed away surrounded by family on February 6, 2021. He was the husband of Gloria (Adams) Jones. They shared 49 years of marriage. Raised in Greenfield, Indiana, he was the son of Robert Jones and Doris (Edwards) Jones. He graduated from Greenfield High School in 1968 before earning his associate's degree in Auto Mechanics from Vincennes University in 1970. Upon leaving...
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Michelle Canada

March 2, 1968 - January 31, 2021

Michelle (Dean) Canada passed from our arms into the arms of her Heavenly Father Sunday evening, the 31st. She had been given 52 years. Michelle was the child who talked too much in class; the teenager who would 'surf' on the hood of a car; the beautiful young woman who loved to dance; and the fierce advocate and aid for both her own children, as well as little ones around the world. She...
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James Earl DeShong

August 25, 1931 - January 30, 2021

James E. DeShong, 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, Man of God passed away January 30, 2021 at his home. Jim lived his whole life in Pendleton, Indiana. He graduated from Pendleton H.S. in 1949. After one year at Purdue, he returned home to begin a dairy farm. Jim married to the love of his life Gwen McNutt in 1952. They ran the farm...
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Bonnie Belle Mann

April 9, 1928 - January 27, 2021

Bonnie Belle (Garrison) Mann, 92, of Pendleton passed away January 27, 2021 at her home. She was born April 9, 1928 in Indianapolis and was a Pendleton resident most of her life. Bonnie was a homemaker. She was a member of Double Friendship Home Economics Club. She loved to do arts and crafts and was an oil and acrylic paint artist. Bonnie enjoyed crocheting blankets, cooking and baking. ...
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Dorothy Louise Humphrey

January 25, 1931 - January 1, 2021

Dorothy Louise (Stokes) Humphrey, 89, of Pendleton passed away on January 1, 2021 at Millers Merry Manor in Chesterfield. Dorothy was born on January 25, 1931 in Fair Oaks, Arkansas to Henry and Lennie (Ross) Stokes. On December 24, 1949 she married her husband Floyd W. Humphrey, and they began their family. Dorothy was a member of the Rolfe Assembly of God in Fair Oaks, Arkansas. She retired...
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Marsha Sue Goodrick

March 16, 1951 - December 29, 2020

Marsha Sue Goodrick, 69, of Pendleton passed away on December 29, 2020 at St. Vincent Ascension Health in Anderson. Marsha was born on March 16, 1951 in Markleville, IN to Arthur and Mary Ellen (Early) Barney. She was a graduate of Markleville High School. Currently, Marsha worked at House of Service in Pendleton, she had previously worked for Sallie Mae and had been a dispatcher for the City...
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Jessie Ellen Ridgway

December 22, 1922 - December 28, 2020

Jessie Ellen Ridgway of Pendleton, Indiana, eldest daughter of Homer and Bessie (Crist) Filbrun, was born December 22, 1922 in Westphalia, Kansas. From the presence of a loving family, she passed peacefully to Eternal Life on December 28, 2020 at the age of 98 years. Mother was a loving wife and homemaker. She answered the call of her Saviour and was baptized into the Old German Baptist...
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Joanna Mae Somers

July 18, 1934 - December 22, 2020

PENDLETON- Joanna Mae Somers, 86, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Joanna was born on July 18, 1934 in Pendleton and was a lifelong resident. She retired from the Lawrence Township Community Schools as a guidance counselor. Joanna was a Christian as well as a beloved friend and mentor to many. As someone who loved flowers and was an avid gardener, she enjoyed...
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Gene Lanham Markle

February 9, 1927 - December 18, 2020

PENDLETON- Gene Lanham Markle, 93, lived a very good life, strong as a horse and with a handshake that could bring tears to your eyes. He died at home on Friday, December 18, 2020 with his wife, Isabella Markle nearby. Gene was born in Anderson, Indiana on February 9, 1927 to Commadore and Helen Markle of Markleville. He married his high school sweetheart Jean Rogers in August 1949 and they...
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James Keith Reeves

March 15, 1944 - December 16, 2020

James Keith Reeves, 76, of Pendleton passed away on Wednesday December 16, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital Anderson. James was born on March 15, 1944 in Anderson to James Albert Reeves and Lois E. (Rushton) Campbell. He was a graduate of Anderson High School and worked for Nicholson File and Guide Lamp. James was a member of the Church of Christ, and he loved fishing and playing euchre. James...
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Thomas Wayne House

September 13, 1959 - December 7, 2020

Thomas Wayne House, 61, passed away in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 7, 2020 following a brief illness. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Haines and Phyllis (Campfield) House. Tom graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1978 and attended Purdue University. In 1982 he moved to Michigan where he worked for GM Hydra-Matic and raised his family. Tom is survived by his children,...
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Gerard Edward Olson

March 1, 1948 - December 6, 2020

Gerard Edward Olson Family and friends are invited to attend visitation and funeral services for Gerard Edward Olson, aka Jerry, who died on Sunday, December 6, 2020 in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Services will be held at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service and Crematory, Lahm Chapel in Pendleton, Indiana. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and the service will begin at 3:00 p.m. on...
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Clarence Allen Eacret

April 25, 1940 - December 2, 2020

Clarence Allen Eacret, 80, of Pendleton, passed away on December 2, 2020 at his residence. He was born on April 25,1940 in Pendleton to the late Clarence and Rebecca (Mercer) Eacret. Clarence served his country in the U.S. Navy. He retired from Carrier Corporation after 30 years of service. He was the very definition of a family man. His family was his whole world. He often worked two jobs...
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Colton David Creel

April 15, 1996 - November 29, 2020

Colton David Creel, 24, of Anderson passed away on November 29, 2020 at his home. Colton was born on April 15, 1996 in Indianapolis to Stephen Creel and Holly (Newkirk) Tate. He was a 2014 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School, and then earned his degree from International Business College. Colton was a Graphic Designer for Gannett Mass Media in Indianapolis. He was a lover of music and...
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Robert William Begley, M.D.

July 11, 1936 - November 27, 2020

Robert William Begley, M.D., a long-time resident and pillar of the town of Pendleton, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 27, 2020, surrounded by members of his loving family. He was born into humble circumstances in Indianapolis on July 11, 1936. As a child, he delivered newspapers to afford favorite activities, such as trolley rides downtown and the State Fair. Bob worked...
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Susan York

July 14, 1939 - November 26, 2020

Susan House York, 81, of Anderson passed away Thursday morning, the 26th of November at Rawlins House in Pendleton after a long and valiant struggle with acute cardiac and pulmonary conditions. Susan was born on July 14, 1939 to Marthabelle Goff House and Wilbur Raymond House of Pendleton. She was the first of three children along with Ellen Elaine and Jefferson Perry. She attended local...
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Judy Ellen Bond

August 26, 1941 - November 16, 2020

Judy Ellen (McCoy) Bond, 79, of Pendleton, passed away Nov. 16, 2020 at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. She was born Aug. 26, 1941 in Anderson and was a Pendleton resident for most of her life. Judy was a wife and homemaker as well as a long time employee of the Madison County Clerk's office where she retired. She was a 1959 graduate of Pendleton High School and a member of...
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Eugene R. Ahlefeld

March 12, 1939 - November 12, 2020

Eugene R. Ahlefeld, 81, of Pendleton, Indiana and former Indianapolis resident, passed away on November 12, 2020. Additonal obituary and Celebration of LIfe Service information is pending and will be posted at a later time.
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Robert Joseph "Bob" Ruff

December 10, 1946 - October 22, 2020

Robert "Bob" Ruff, 73, of Pendleton, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born December 10, 1946 in Union City, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident most of his life. Bob was a 1965 graduate of Pendleton High School and received an Associates degree from Vincennes University in mortuary science. He was a US Navy veteran during the Vietnam War. Bob was a member of Huntsville Good...
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Carol Ann McKenney

September 6, 1935 - October 7, 2020

Carol Ann McKenney, 85, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020, after a long battle with Covid-19. She was born September 6, 1935 in Boggstown to the late James & Edith (McBurnett) Shaw. Carol worked for over 25 years as a legal secretary. She loved sewing, tending to her flowers, and baking. However, her favorite pastime was being with her family and caring for her grandchildren and...
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Vivian E. Barnhart

February 19, 1929 - October 3, 2020

Vivian Barnhart, 91, of Pendleton, was surrounded by her daughters as she went to her Heavenly home October 3, 2020. Vivian married the love of her life on May 18, 1984. She was married to John "Bud" Barnhart for 30 years until his passing on May 11, 2014. Their lives were filled with love. Together they enjoyed traveling the United States in their RV, collecting and dealing in antiques, and...
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John Scott Bowers

October 17, 1953 - September 26, 2020

PENDLETON- John Scott Bowers, 66, passed away September 26, 2020 at Seton Specialty Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Muncie, Indiana on October 17, 1953 and was a 1969 graduate of Cowan High School. Scott retired from the United States Air Force with the rank of Technical sergeant following 20 years of service. His specialty was Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Craftsman. Following...
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Linda Kay Jones

November 22, 1940 - September 24, 2020

PENDLETON- Linda Kay (Shrake) Jones, 79, passed away, September 24, 2020 at her home. She was born on November 22, 1940 in Anderson, Indiana and was a longtime Frankton and Alexandria resident. Linda and her late husband, owned and operated a dairy farm for 30 years. She was a 1958 graduate of Alexandria-Monroe High School and was a past member of Frankton Christian Church. Linda loved...
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Elgin Royce "Tennessee" Hinson

January 26, 1944 - September 16, 2020

Elgin Royce Hinson, 76, of Pendleton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at Rawlins House, Pendleton, Indiana. He was January 26, 1944, in Monterey, Tennessee, to Arie E. and Edna B. McCowan Hinson. Elgin served in the United States Navy from 1964 to 1968. He worked at Pendleton Correctional Facility (Indiana Reformatory) for 31 years, retiring in 2001. Elgin worked for...
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Joanie Renea Fowler

March 24, 1969 - September 9, 2020

Joanie Renae Fowler, 51, of Pendleton, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020. She was born March 24, 1969, in Anderson. Joanie is survived by her husband, Chuck Fowler; children, Madison & Evan; mother & step-father, Sharon (Best) & Phil Bogan; father, James R. Hamilton; sisters & brothers-in-law, Rhonda & Ron Mills, and Chrissy & Pete Brown; father & mother-in-law, Art & Anna Fowler;...
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Wallace Marcum

August 22, 1942 - September 8, 2020

Wallace Marcum, 78, Pendleton, passed away on September 8, 2020 at Rawlins House in Pendleton. He was born in Inez, Kentucky on August 22, 1942 to the late John and Flora (Short) Marcum. Wallace had worked for Grenell Plastics. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved all of his grandson and all of his great grandchildren and enjoyed watching old westerns. He is survived by his wife,...
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Michael A. "Mike" Veerkamp

May 4, 1950 - August 23, 2020

Michael A. "Mike" Veerkamp, 70, of Greenfield, passed away August 23, 2020 at his residence. He was born May 4, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio and was a Greenfield resident since September of 2018. He was a former resident of Newhall, Iowa and Indianapolis. Mike retired from Micro-Poise following 26 years of service. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Mike loved cooking and fishing. He...
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Sherry O. McCrocklin

July 7, 1933 - August 19, 2020

Sherry O. McCrocklin, 87, of Pendleton, Indiana passed away August 19, 2020 at Rawlins House in Pendleton with both of her sons at her side. She was born July 7, 1933 in Pendleton and was a lifelong resident. Sherry retired from Delco Remy in Anderson after 29 ½ years of service. She was a 1951 graduate of Pendleton High School and was a member of Markleville North Christian Church. Sherry...
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Dayton Highers

February 11, 1943 - August 16, 2020

Dayton Highers, 77, of Pendleton, passed away on August 16, 2020 at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson with his wife by his side. He was born on February 11, 1943 in Norene, Tennessee to the late Claude and Daisey (Hall) Highers. Dayton retired from Firestone Industrial Products as a Mold Mechanic after 37 years of service. He was a member of the Local 135 URW Steel Association, Fall Creek Gun...
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James (Jim) Ellis

July 8, 1950 - August 8, 2020

James (Jim) Ellis passed away on Saturday August 8th at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Donna Ellis whom he married, December 19, 1970; cherished son of the late Paul Ellis and Virginia Ellis; devoted brother of the late Dale (Judy) Ellis; Steve (Sherre') Ellis; Cheri (Larry) Stockton; proud father of Shawn Ellis; Angela (Mark) Seitz; loving grandfather of Jayden Ellis, Jakolb Ellis, Ryan Seitz...
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Bonnie L. Crull

June 9, 1929 - August 4, 2020

PENDLETON- Bonnie L Crull, 91, of Pendleton, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2020. She was born June 9, 1929 in Anderson and was a lifelong Pendleton resident. She was a 1947 graduate of Pendleton High School. Bonnie retired from the cafeteria at Pendleton Elementary School following over 20 years of service, previously she had worked at Delco Remy in Anderson. She was a longtime...
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Alyssa Michele Elliott

February 6, 1985 - July 31, 2020

Alyssa Michele Elliott, 35, of Pendleton, passed away July 31, 2020, at Riverview Hospital, Noblesville, Alyssa was born February 6, 1985, in Muncie, to Steve and Tracy (Gourley) Elliott. She graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 2003. She was an amazing mother to her daughter Zailyn. She loved spending time with her family, playing card games, board games, watching her daughter play...
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Jack E. Jourdan

September 2, 1953 - July 30, 2020

MARKLEVILLE- It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Jack E. Jourdan, 66, of Markleville, Indiana and former Evansville resident. Jack passed away peacefully straight into the arms of Jesus at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis on July 30, 2020. He was born September 2, 1953 in Evansville, Indiana and was a Markleville resident since November of 2019. Jack was a hard...
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Donald Eugene "Gene" Crosley

August 5, 1930 - July 26, 2020

FISHERS- Donald Eugene "Gene" Crosley, 89, of Fishers – beloved husband, father, brother, grandpa, friend and coach -- passed away at the St. Vincent Heart Center on July 26, 2020. He was born August 5, 1930 in Pendleton to Frederick Dale and Helen Rae (McKinney) Crosley. He was a 1948 graduate of Pendleton High School where he was a member of the 1947 Pendleton basketball team, along with...
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Benjamin K. Black

August 5, 1975 - July 21, 2020

Benjamin K. Black, 44, of Pendleton, passed away at St. Vincent Anderson Hospital on July 21, 2020. He was born August 5, 1975 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Ben was a talented musician, chef, and had a smile that would light up a room. He was a skilled handyman which led him to start his own general contracting business (Ben Black LLC). He leaves behind his children Caleb Black and Maya Black;...
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Robert Eugene Williams

July 27, 1931 - July 12, 2020

Robert Eugene Williams, 88, of Pendleton, passed away on July 12, 2020. He was born in Muncie, Indiana on July 27, 1931, to Henry E. and Vera Viola (Campbell) Williams. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1949 and attended General Motors Institute. He married Patricia L. (Stoner) Williams on July 15, 1951, at First Presbyterian Church in Anderson. He was a US Army veteran and retired from...
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Alvin Rex Mercer

November 13, 1937 - June 10, 2020

Alvin Rex Mercer, 82, of Pendleton, passed away on June 10, 2020 at Community Hospital Anderson. He was born in Pendleton on November 13, 1937 to J. David and Precious Jewel (McDaniel) Mercer and lived here his entire life. He was a member of the Pendleton High School Class of 1955 and graduated from the General Motors Apprentice School. On October 10, 1959, he married the former Barbara Jean...
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Garet Frederick Gaskill

January 2, 2001 - June 5, 2020

PENDLETON- Garet Frederick Gaskill,19, of Pendleton passed away June 5, 2020 at his home. He was born January 2, 2001 in Indianapolis and was a lifelong Pendleton resident. Garet was a 2019 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School and completed his freshman year at Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis. He was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. He was a member of St....
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Ronald W. "Ron" Slaughter

March 24, 1950 - June 3, 2020

PENDLETON- Ronald W. "Ron" Slaughter, 70, of Pendleton passed away June 3, 2020 at his residence after an extended battle with Parkinson's. He was born March 24, 1950 in Mitchell, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident since 1977. Ron retired from General Motors Guide Corporation as an engineer in 2000 following 30 years of service. He was a 1967 graduate of Mitchell High School and received...
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Joseph Luke Shirley

March 14, 1975 - May 29, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Joseph Luke Shirley, 45, of Pendleton; on May 29, 2020. Luke passed away peacefully in Denver, Colorado. The way he died is just like he lived: he wrote his own rules, he fought authority, he paved his own way, and was always on "Luke Time". Luke knew no boundaries. He was paralyzed in 1995, but that truly is where his life began. He received...
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Janet L. Absher

February 1, 1935 - May 26, 2020

Janet L. (Smith) Absher died from natural causes on May 26, 2020, in Conroe, Texas. She was born February 1, 1935 in Anderson, Indiana, the daughter of Lawrence E. and Nelle (Cumins) Smith. Janet was a 1953 graduate of Pendleton High School and lived most of her life in Pendleton. She graduated from Anderson College in 1972 with a BS in Elementary Education and received her master's from Ball...
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Forrest "Woody" Judd, Jr.

October 18, 1952 - May 25, 2020

Forrest "Woody" Judd, Jr., 67 of Pendleton passed away at his home on May 25, 2020. He was born October 18, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident since 2006. Woody retired from residential construction as a framer after 35 years. He was a 1970 graduate of Northwest High School, Indianapolis and was a US Navy veteran. Woody loved to go fishing. Survivors include his wife,...
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John Robert Saucerman

December 18, 1932 - May 13, 2020

John Robert Saucerman, 87, of Pendleton, Indiana died May 13, 2020 at his home. John was born December 18, 1932 in Edwardsport, Indiana to Richard and Eulala Saucerman. He married Barbara L. Wininger on June 17, 1950. He is survived by his children, Debra (Lewis) Farley, Dianne (Danny) Armstrong, Darla (Michael) Godby, and Donetta (Jack) House, as well as six grandchildren and six great...
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Valeree A. Bibler

July 18, 1967 - May 11, 2020

Valeree Ann (Hanson) Bibler, 52, of Pendleton, passed away May 11, 2020. She was born July 18, 1967 in Jacksonville, North Carolina and was a Pendleton resident since 2001. Valeree received her bachelor's degree from Colorado University and was employed as a Business Support Senior Associate with Capital Group in Carmel, Indiana. She loved walking on ocean beaches, collecting seashells, reading...
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Terry Lee Auker

September 6, 1941 - May 7, 2020

Terry Lee Auker, 78, of Pendleton, passed away after an extended illness on May 7, 2020 at Providence of Anderson. He was born on September 6, 1941 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to the late Albert and Viola Auker. Terry graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from Grace College and a Masters from St. Francis College. He received his Principalship Certification from Purdue. Terry served as a...
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Stephen T. West

March 30, 1967 - May 5, 2020

Stephen "Steve" T. West, 53, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020. He was born March 30, 1967 in Indianapolis to the late, Theodore "Ted" & Judith "Judy" (Burchette) West, II. Steve was a barber having started his career with his father at Ayr-way Target Barbershop and ending it at Vintage Barbershop. He enjoyed fishing, watching College football, but more than anything he loved spending time...
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Alice Louise Trout

January 19, 1939 - April 29, 2020

Our mother, Alice Louise Trout, passed away on April 29, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Born on January 19, 1939, the third child to Kenneth and Mary Lukens. Mom developed her love for music at an early age, singing, playing piano, and playing flute in the Pendleton Heights Band. Mom married our father, Richard Lynn Trout, in 1959 and had two children, Julie and Jim. Mom's devotion...
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Betty L. Beckner

February 27, 1934 - April 23, 2020

Betty L. Beckner, 86, of Ingalls passed away April 23, 2020 at her residence in Ingalls, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born February 27, 1934 in Woodbury, Indiana. Betty was a homemaker but also worked at Ingalls Elementary school, RCA in production, and at the cafeteria at Western Electric. She loved arts and crafts and was exceptionally good at sewing and ceramics. Betty is...
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Lori M. Sigler

January 12, 1972 - April 22, 2020

Lori Michaele Sigler, 48, passed away April 22, 2020 at her residence. She was born on January 12, 1972 in Anderson to James and Denise (Moon) Sigler. Lori worked in Administration for Midwest Eye Institute for many years. She enjoyed reading, watching her kids play sports, hanging out with friends and going to the beach. She is survived by her children, Paris (Grant) Dulworth of Anderson,...
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David J. Davenport

December 8, 1928 - April 18, 2020

David J. Davenport, 91, Muncie, passed away on April 18, 2020 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born in Woodbury, Tennessee on December 8, 1928 to the late Walter and Corbia (Todd) Davenport. David served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from General Tire as a Millwright after 30 years of service. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his children,...
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Denise Laurinda Hallam

April 24, 1954 - April 10, 2020

Denise Laurinda Hallam, 65, of Anderson, passed away Friday, April 10, 2020. She was born April 24, 1954 in Anderson to the late, William & Mildred (Wilson) Moon. She owned her own shop in Pendleton called Over The Moon and previously worked for Sally May. She enjoyed traveling, visiting different casinos, and was a collector of many things. Denise is survived by her husband, Stephen ...
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Robert W. "Bob" Ledbetter

August 11, 1930 - April 9, 2020

PENDLETON- Robert W. "Bob" Ledbetter, 89 of Carmel and former longtime Pendleton resident passed away April 9, 2020. He was born August 11, 1930 in Anderson, Indiana and was a Pendleton resident most of his life. Bob grew up in Lapel and attended Lapel High School (Class of 1949). Bob retired from General Motors in Anderson following 30 years of service as well as being employed at various...
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Melissa Mae Elliott-Rood

October 26, 1976 - April 7, 2020

Melissa Mae Elliott-Rood, Greenfield (Formerly of Pendleton) passed away on April 7, 2020 at Community North Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on October 26, 1976 in Anderson, Indiana to Donald and Becki (Auler) Elliott. Melissa graduated from Pendleton Heights High School in 1995. She attended Charleston Southern University on a Softball scholarship, where she graduated in 1999. ...
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Carol Ruth Crosely

August 4, 1929 - April 6, 2020

Carol Ruth Crosley, 90, passed away on April 6, 2020 after a courageous 5 year battle with cancer. Carol was born August 4, 1929 in Lanark, Illinois to the late Ruth & Ray Hawk. Carol married the love of her life, Jack in 1947. They resided in Pendleton all 72 years of married life, most of which in the house that Jack built! Carol was a loving homemaker as well as friend, sister, aunt, the...
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Charles Herschel Glass

September 23, 1932 - March 31, 2020

Charles Herschel Glass, 87, decided early in the morning on March 31, 2020 that he'd finally watched enough basketball, heard the roar of too many IndyCar engines, and said goodbye to his wife of more than 64 years, his three children, and his many grandchildren. He slipped away quietly at home near Pendleton, and left behind a life filled with love, laughter, and long stories. Born on Sept. 23...
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Judith "Judy" Lucas

May 13, 1944 - March 20, 2020

Judith "Judy" Lucas, 75, of Noblesville, Indiana passed away, Friday, March 20, 2020 at Harbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. She was born May 13, 1944 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was a Westfield and Noblesville resident most of her life. Judy was a 1962 graduate of Wilkinson High School and was a graduate of Professional Careers Institute with a certificate of Medical Office Management. ...
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