All Obituaries

Arthur “Tom” Cannaday, 91, of Pendleton, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at IU Health Saxony in Fishers.  He was born November 24, 1929 in Fortville to Robert R. and Iris A. (Barnard) Cannaday.  Tom was a 4-H leader, a Pendleton Booster who farmed for fun.  He worked all the time but relaxed by fishing, bird watching and raising birds.  Tom was a mentor and shared his work ethic and values with his children and friends. Tom graduated from the old...

Beverly Sue Patrick, 36, of Anderson, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.  She was born January 3, 1985 in Indianapolis, In. to David Patrick & Brenda (Allen) McKenzie. Beverly proudly served her country in the Army National Guard. She was a cook for Montana Mikes and was a very hard worker. Her life revolved around her son, Aidan whom she loved more than anything. Beverly blazed her own trail through life and did not want to ask anyone for...

Jeffrey W. Sietsma, 67, of Fortville passed away Tuesday April 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 25, 1953 in South Bend, IN to the late Charles William and Oma Albertine (Brenton) Sietsma. Jeff was a 1971 graduate of Lawrence Central High School and attended Vincennes University.  He was retired from Indiana Power & Light, and from Citizens Energy Group in 2020 after over 30 years of service. He was a member of the Fortville Christian Church. In his...

Vernie G. Powell, 71, of Shirley, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville.  He was born October 24, 1949 in Murphysboro, IL to Vernie and Loretta (Needham) Powell.  Vernie strived to do his best in all things and was a competitive person. He loved softball, ping pong, cornhole, pool, tennis, volleyball and basketball, water skiing, boating and fishing, but his passion was bowling.  He bowled 5 perfect games. He enjoyed Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee...

Beverly A. Falkenberg, 94, of Fortville, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Traditions at Brookside.  She was born April 4, 1926 in Redfield, SD to the late Dwight L. & Anne (Sandelin) Young. Beverly graduated from Clark High School in South Dakota in 1944. She worked for Abrasive Products in Fortville followed by working in the Food Services Department of Mt Vernon High School until her retirement in 1986 and later as a clerk for Personal Impressions until 1989. She was a...

Carolyn E. Robertson, 79, of Fishers, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Hamilton Trace.  She was born July 19, 1941 in Indianapolis, In. to the late Warren F. & Beulah P. (Thomas) Robertson. Carolyn went to Fortville High School and was a member of the Fortville Christian Church. She was a member of Jobs Daughters and Bethel 41. She spent her working years as a housekeeper with Summer Trace. Carolyn is survived by several cousins & special friends: Denney & Nancy...

Michael Murphy White, 63, of Fortville, passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021 in Indianapolis.  He was born February 16, 1958 in Anderson, Indiana to the late Roy R. and Mary T. (Murphy) White.   Mike was a 1977 graduate of Madison Heights High School. He drove wheelchair vans transporting handicapped individuals for several ambulance services, including Rural Metro Ambulance, Seals Ambulance Service and Care Ambulance. Mike loved his family and  enjoyed spending his spare...

James Haygood, 86, of Ingalls, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 at his residence.  He was born November 6, 1934 in Lapel, Indiana.    James worked for Delco Remy in Plant 11 as a Parts Inspector until he retired. James was a member of the UAW #662, the NRA and the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He served in the United States Army as a PFC in the 6th Calvary. James enjoyed shooting, hunting, fishing, collecting guns and walking in the woods. He was also an avid reader. James...

Bobby L. Baker, 89, of McCordsville, passed away February 28, 2021 in Indianapolis.  He was born June 16, 1931 in Indianapolis to Levi J. and Elizabeth A. (Tarbet) Baker. Bob graduated from the old Eden High School.  Bob served his country in the United States Air Force.  He was an over the road truck driver for the former Ecoff Trucking Company and its successor firm LTC (Liquid Transport Corporation).  Bob is survived by daughter Heidi (Bill Bruner) Baker and nieces,...

Brenda J. Stinson, 77, of Anderson, passed away February 25, 2021 in Indianapolis. She was born November 19, 1943 in Laurinbrug, NC to Robert W. and Ellen P. (Bowman) Adams.  Brenda was a homemaker who loved knitting, gardening and antiques, but most of all loved spending time with family. Brenda is survived by husband Malcolm Stinson, whom she married June 30, 1962, children Keith Stinson, Tina Stinson and Kevin (Virginia) Stinson; grandchildren: Daniel Todtenbier, Amanda Todtenbier...