The Herald Bulletin

Raymond D. McFadden, age 82, of Vevay, Indiana, formerly of Anderson, Indiana, and the son of the late Clarence and Dorothy (Lietcher) McFadden, was born on June 1, 1940, in Anderson. He retired after serving as a firefighter for the Anderson Fire Department for 30 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing and playing table shuffleboard, and was a former member of the American Legion in Madison and in Patriot, and AMVETS. Mr. McFadden passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at the Norton King's Daughters' Hospital in Madison. His life will be cherished by his sons: Jeffrey McFadden and his wife, Joy, and Gregory McFadden, all of Anderson; his grandchildren: Justin McFadden, Brittney...

Raymond D. McFadden, age 82, of Vevay, Indiana, formerly of Anderson, Indiana, and the son of the late Clarence and Dorothy (Lietcher) McFadden, was born on June 1, 1940, in Anderson. He retired after serving as a firefighter for the Anderson Fire Department for 30 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing and playing table shuffleboard, and was a former member of the American Legion in Madison and in Patriot, and AMVETS. Mr. McFadden passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at the Norton King's Daughters' Hospital in Madison. His life will be cherished by his sons: Jeffrey and Gregory McFadden, of Anderson; his several grandchildren and several great children. In addition to his parents,...

Delores J (Hart) Young, age 95, formerly of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born October 15, 1927, in New Castle, Indiana to the late Raymond & Gladice (Stephens) Hart. Delores graduated from Cadiz High School in 1945. She worked for several years before retiring for the Indiana State Hospital in both New Castle and North Vernon, Indiana. After retirement she moved to Winter Haven, Florida and worked for the hospital there. While in Winter Haven she was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed playing the piano and organ for her church doing crafts and was a great cook. Everyone will miss her cooking,...

Marcia Ann (Fisher) Neely, 76, of Pendleton passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 2, 2023. She was born on October 15, 1946, in Anderson to Kenneth and Martha Jane (Hallowell) Fisher. Marcia was a 1964 graduate of Pendleton Heights High School. She worked as a Loan Acquisition Representative for Navient. She loved playing Euchre with her Euchre Club. As a young girl she was in 4H, and she went on to be the rabbit leader for the Pendleton Livestock 4H Club. She also enjoyed raising Boxer dogs, was a devout Elvis fan, a Nascar and racing enthusiast, a dedicated poll worker for elections, and was accomplished in chair caning. But most of all she dedicated herself to raising...

Barbara L. "Pooch" Ward, 85, of Anderson, passed away December 30, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born May 11, 1937, in Anderson to Earl and Fern (Killey) Sylvester. Barbara was a stay-at-home mom. She loved cooking and everything about Christmas, but mostly she loved taking care of her kids and grandchildren. Barbara is survived by her children: Terry (Lana) Ward, Debra (David) Haskett and David (Tracy) Ward; grandchildren: Brianne, Danielle, Carissa, Colt, Karsyn, Travis, Ciara, Shannon, Brittany, Bryson and 8 great-grandchildren as well as sister Marjorie Zeller. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry L. Ward as well as her parents. At Barbara's request,...

Michelle D. Tompkins, 52, of Kennard passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Community Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness. She was born on July 26, 1970 in Greenfield, IN, a daughter of Danny L. and Melinda L. (Glisson) Tompkins of Kennard. Michelle was an intelligent, beautiful, loving lady who would light up a room with her smile. Michelle never met a stranger and if you didn't have a friend, Michelle would become one. Michelle's ability to befriend anyone and her passion for makeup and hairstyling, it came as no surprise when she decided to become a cosmetologist. However, sadly, this dream never came to pass due to Michelle being diagnosed with progressive MS at 19...

90, departed this earth to be with her Lord, on December 24, 2022. Sara was born October 30, 1932, in Jamestown, Kentucky to the late Veston Holt and Emma (Bragg) Holt. She was a proud graduate of Jamestown High School. Sara married Herlan Hadley of Russell Springs, Kentucky, on May 17,1952. Soon thereafter, they moved to Anderson, Indiana in search of steady employment. Sara was hired by Delco Remy Division of General Motors and subsequently retired from there many years later. Sara was a long time member of East Lynn Christian Church in Anderson. Sara is survived by her 4 sons, Michael (Nancy) of Indianapolis, Brad (Theresa) of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Mark of Oxford, Michigan, and Blake of...

Darlene Clifton Williams passed away peacefully with her children by her side on December 17th, 2022. She was 66 years old. Darlene was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who was known for her generous heart, fierce determination, and dedication to her Catholic faith. She enjoyed sharing her gift of singing, participating in the Studebaker club, and caring for her beloved dogs. She is survived by her son Blair (Aya) Williams, daughter Morgan (Brandon) Timmone, stepdaughter Renee Cser and family, grandson Kai Williams, soon-to-be-born granddaughter Williams, and siblings Bill Reardon, Tim Standeford, Kelley Standeford, and Mike Galardo. Visitation will be held at...

Bobby Williams, of Granger, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2022 at Memorial Hospital at the age of 72. He was born on March 27, 1950 in Anderson, IN to the late Harry E. and Donna Lou (Shipley) Williams. Bob was a 1968 graduate of Madison Heights High School in Anderson and earned a golf scholarship to Morehead State University. Golf was the passion of Bobby's life, he would often introduce himself as: Bobby Williams, Golf Pro. Over the years he worked as a PGA Golf Professional at Killbuck Golf Course in Anderson, IN, Yule Golf Club in Alexandria, IN., Muncie Elks in Muncie, IN., and the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, FL. Bobby was a kind and giving soul who would do...

William J. Wren, 79, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. William (Bill) was born May 27, 1943, in Delta, Colorado to Clyde H. and Ruby A. (Boyd) Wren. He is survived by his loving wife Sandra, whom he married March 3, 1984; their children: Teresa (Jim) White, Melanie (David) Brunner, Michael (Jennifer) Wren, Brent (Tiffany) Wren, brother Thomas (Donna) Nichols, sister, Patty Gauthreaux. Grandchildren: Ben, Carrie, Brittainy, Nathan, Adam, Wyatt, Mia, Kyle, Beth, Lily, Sam, Levi, and several great grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his parents listed above, brothers Lloyd and Clifford Wren and grandson Joseph Brunner. He was a...

Joanne Wyatt Lovely passed away at her home on Friday Nov 18 2022 at the age of 77. Born September 09 1945, in Lake City, Tenn., she retired from RCA. She is survived by her five daughters, Kim Neal, Ronda (Robert) Rains, Lisa (Todd) Sink, Lori (Donald) Rains, and Shelly Scott; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 1 brother She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Ronald Lovely, parents, George and Nola (Hatmaker) Wyatt; At a later date a celebration of life will follow.

John Robert Pegg 76, of Bloomfield, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Greene County General Hospital in Linton. Born December 31, 1945 in Anderson, Indiana, he was the son of Bob and Betty (Hart) Pegg. John spent most of his life working as co-owner of Idle Acres Dairy Farm and later worked for Cook Medical. He served his country in the United States Army in Vietnam. He was a member of the American Legion Post 196 in Bloomfield and attended Mansions in Heaven Church. Surviving relatives include: his wife Susie Pegg whom he married December of 2012; children, Melissa Frye, John David Pegg (fianc?e Tina Johnson) and Jason Pegg (Shauna); one step daughter, Missy Daab (Joe); his...

John Walter Tice, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 1, 2022. He was born on November 13, 1942 in Morgantown, West Virginia, the son of Omar and Hildred (Wagoner). John was a 1961 graduate of Tuscola Community High School (IL) and then went on to attend Radiation Tech School through Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. John served two years in the US Army before returning to Indiana where he worked in the radiology field at various locations before joining St. John's Hospital in Anderson as an X-Ray Machine Technician and repairman for 24 years before retiring in 2007. John married his wife Susan (Hodges) on July 17, 1999. The two spent 20 loving years together until Susan's passing...

Alan Idlewine, Sr., 78, of Springport passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at his residence. He was born July 19, 1944 in Anderson, Indiana, a son of the late Earnest and Nellie (Orr) Idlewine. Alan retired from GM in 1999, following 23 years as a toolmaker. He loved his 1990 Corvette, working around the house and could make anything. Alan enjoyed watching the humming birds and sitting on his porch. Most of all, he loved his family and would do anything for them. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Anita Idlewine; children, Kimmie (Walter) Brennan of Folsom, California, Alan Idlewine, Jr. of Losantville and Josh Idlewine of Muncie; grandchildren, Chasity (Brad) Keen, Dean (Sarah)...

Dorothy Louise Watts Zirkel, 90, of Middletown Visitation will be from 12:00pm-1:00pm Monday, October 17, 2022 at Ballard and Sons Funeral Home in Middletown.

Calvin L. Turner, 44, was born to Calvin A. and Mary L. VanMeter-Turner on November 3rd, 1977, in Anderson, IN. He departed this earthly life on Monday, October 10th, 2022, in Indianapolis, IN. He was a 1996 Anderson High School graduate, who went on to play baseball at Alabama A&M. He then returned to Indiana where he worked for Pepsi for more than 18 years, then took his experience to Cliff Bar Inc. He is survived by his daughter, Lillian Turner; his parents, Calvin and Mary Turner; and a host of family and friends. A celebration of Life will be on November 3rd, at Allen Chapel A.M.E. 1610 Sheridan St., Anderson, IN 46016 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.

Maryland Jean Shrader, 89, of Greensburg, passed away at 9:03 p.m. on Sunday, October 9th, 2022, at the Columbus Regional Hospital with her children at her bedside. She was born on June 3, 1933, in Westport, the daughter of William Saylor and Dora (Saylor) Saylor Gray. She had been a resident of Decatur County most of her life and spent many years growing up on the banks of Sand Creek. She was a member of the Communion International Church and the New Hope Church. Maryland enjoyed crocheting, embroidery, doing puzzles and many hours in study and prayer preparing for her Spiritual Journey. She married Norman E. Shrader on October 9, 1948, in Greensburg. He preceded her in death on June 16,...

Gary Milo Goen, 55, of Bloomington, passed away on September 24, 2022 at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. He was born on June 29, 1967 in Anderson, Indiana; the son of Judy Josefek Goen and Bernard E. Goen, of Bloomington. Gary graduated from Anderson High School in 1985 where he played football and was a heavy weight wrestler. Gary went on to attended Bethany Lutheran Collage on a wrestling scholarship and later attended Ball State University. Gary worked most of his career in the restaurant business, and was a volunteer coach, before moving to Bloomington where for nearly five years, he worked for Cook Medical. Gary loved animals, including many dogs, cats, and parakeets. He was an avid...

George Lee Griffith, Sr., 60, of Milford, Michigan, passed away at approximately 6 p.m. on Monday, September 19, 2022, at Ascension Providence Hospital in Novi, Michigan, after complications from long-term diabetes, heart disease, COPD, and an opportunistic Covid infection. He was born February 28, 1962, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Earl Newell Griffith II and Alice Maudine (Mize) Griffith. He became emancipated at 17 when his parents moved to Georgia, and he stayed in Anderson until he joined the military at age 19. George enlisted in the US Army in 1981, attending basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky; AIT at Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia;...

Captain John Wilbur Gray Airforce, Ret., born August 6, 1938 in Anderson IN., has passed quietly in his home in Rusk, TX. on September 14, 2022 at the age of 84. He is survived by his loving wife Sandra (nee Croft), son John M Gray and his wife Amanda, daughter Wendi Nelson. He is also survived by his 7 grandchildren: Megan, Dylinn, Johnny, Jayson, Joey, Keira, and William; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Wilbur and Geneva Gray, his sister Wanda Hedge, brother Jerry Gray, and his oldest daughter Teri Brown. John spent days shy of 60 years married to his partner, best friend and love of his life. John was a loving father and grandfather, a good...

Toby E. Snow, 51, of Mishawaka, IN passed away suddenly, in his home in Mishawaka. Toby was born in Anderson, IN on April 10, 1971, to Robert L. Snow and Dee L. (Burton) Hodges. He was employed by Fiber Splicing Manager for Surf Internet Company. He had just come to this area from Noblesville, IN, just five weeks ago. On April 9th, 2016, Toby married Jennifer D. Overstake in Golden, Colorado. Jennifer survives along with their sons, Bodie F. and Maverick W. Snow, both at home, along with his parents and a brother, Troy (Nikki) L. Snow, nieces, Savannah Snow and Izzy Jones, nephews, Brady Jones and Austin Overstake. Toby was a member of the Rocky Mountain Motocross...