Veniece “Niecy” Barnes, 68, passed away Jan. 31, 2023 in Fort Wayne, IN.
Niecy was born Feb. 12, 1954 to James and Laverne Allensworth in Indianapolis, IN. She was a 1972 Anderson High School graduate and a GM retiree. Niecy enjoyed sewing, cooking, playing cards, bowling and spending time with family and friends.
Niecy is survived by her son Jermaine (Susan) Allensworth; sisters Anna Marie Cox, Rosa “LaKina” Hoskins; grandchildren Kaylee Allensworth, Jaden Allensworth and a host of family and friends.
Niecy was preceded in death by her parents James Allensworth, Laverne Allensworth; brothers James Allensworth and Joseph Allensworth.
Memorial service will be 1pm Tuesday at Anderson Zion Baptist Church, 2008 Rev. J.T. Menifee St. Anderson, IN.
, 67, passed away Jan. 30, 2023 at Northview Nursing Home.
Mervin was born Jan. 11, 1956 to Joseph and Lorine Nance in Cincinnati, OH. He enjoyed fishing, singing, dancing and spending time with family and friends.
Mervin is survived by his lifelong companion Regina Jones; son Nichelus Campbell; special daughter Latoya Wheeler; special son Julus Rogers; sisters Mayzine (Edwin) Ricard, Patricia Moore, Weddie Mae Green; brothers Billy Moore; special niece Ra’Shia Nance and a host of family and friends.
Mervin was preceded in death by his parents Lorine Nance, Joseph Nance; sisters Lena Miles, Mildred Smith, Earlene “Kookie” Clark; twin brother Marvin “Sugar” Nance; brothers Milton Moore Jr., Eddie Moore, Buford Moore, Donald Moore and L.C. Moore.
Funeral services will be noon Saturday at New Birth Worship Center, 403 W. 22nd St. with visitation 2 hours prior to service
Patricia Ann Johnson, 38, passed away Jan. 19, 2023.
Patricia was born Dec. 18, 1984 to Benjamin Johnson and Aunie Lewis. She was employed as a health care aide, enjoyed traveling, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Patricia is survived by her son Isaiah D’Shaun Rogers; daughter Melayshia Nia Rogers; parents Benjamin Johnson, Aunia Lewis; sisters Aunial King, Cassandra Johnson, Sharhonda Sculark; brother Ryan Stocks and host of family and friends.
Patricia was preceded in death by her daughter Patricia Johnson; uncle David Johnson; grandparents L.C. Johnson and Lilly Mae Johnson.
Service will be noon Friday at Glazebrooks Funeral Services, 2822 Nichol Ave., with visitation 2 hours prior to service.
Burial at Maplewood Cemetery.
Jackie “Jack Blind” L. Jones,62, went home to be with the Lord, unexpectedly on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Community North Hospital Indianapolis, IN.
Jackie was born on June 6, 1960, in Doddsville, MS to Eula M. Wheeler (Jones). Jackie nickname “Jack Blind” was cool laid back, humble and he Loved the Lord. He was a member of City of Hope Church Pastor Corey Duncan, Indianapolis, IN.
He graduated from Anderson High School in 1978.He was employed at XPO Logistics as a Truck Driver and served in the United States Army.He was the Best Dad and adored his Girls. Jackieloved to workout, go to his grandchildren games, skating, or anything they were involved in. He also loved spending time with family and friends, especially family dinners and loved sports.
Jackie is survived by his Fiancée Anita “Nyki” White,Mother: Eula Jones Wheeler, Daughters: Alexis (Antwan) Jarrard, Jaclyn M. Jones, Adrienne N. Jones, Special Daughters: Kieisha Bell and Natasha Hart; Siblings: Bettina A. Bates, Ledora Reed, Linda Edmond, Lillie Clay, Frank “Fuzzy” Williams, Tamper “Nate” Wheeler, Michael D. Wheeler, Willie C. Clay; Grandchildren: Zion Abram, Andrice Jones, Amhad and Armon Jarrard. A Host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives, and Friends.
Jackie was preceded in death by Tamper (Maxine) Wheeler; Maternal Grandparents Ula (Maggie) Jones; Paternal Grandparents R.B. (Jessie M.) Wheeler and Charles Clay.
Service will be noon Saturday at Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church, 2124 Cedar St., with visitation 2 hours prior to service.
Jarrett Keith Markham, 33, passed away Dec. 31, 2022 in Stockton, CA.
Jarrett was born Feb. 16, 1989 to Gregory Keith and Natalie Loraine Markham in Sonora, CA. He was a 2007 graduate of Alexandia Monroe High School, employed at Dollar General. Jarrett enjoyed cooking, fishing, gaming and long drives with his daughters.
Jarrett is survived by his daughters Lucy Markham, Lillian Markham; mother Natalie Markham; sister Hollie (Jack) Alder; brother Kevin Markham; Aunts Patty, Karen, Janet Lease; cousin Ryan (Kaitlyn) Lease; grandfather William Lease and a host of family and friends.
Jarrett was preceded in death by his father Gregory Markham; grandparents Ray Markham, Linda Markham and Mary Lease.
Service will be 1pm Saturday at Glazebrooks Funeral Services, 2822 Nichol Ave., with visitation 2 hour prior to service.
Lois Bell Bridges, 92, passed away on Jan. 5, 2023, in Gilbert, Arizona.
Lois Bell Bridges was born to Elizabeth and Jimmy Blanks on June 8, 1930, in Bessemer, AL. Lois became a native of Anderson, Indiana, in the 1950s, where she attended Anderson University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Nursing. She enjoyed tennis, watching sports on TV and Until her death, she was a lifetime member of the Allen Chapel A.M.E.
Lois is survived by her son Keith Bridges; daughter Lori Bridges; grandsons Leigh (Sarah) Bridges, Langdon (Heather) Bridges; granddaughter Nichelle Bridges nephew Wendell (Earnestine) Carr and daughter Angelica Carr; God son David Davis and a host of family and friends.
Service will be 11am Saturday at Allen Chapel AME, 1610 Sheridan St., with viewing 2 prior to service.
Burial at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.
