Jacqueline D. Anders

Jackie Anders, 88, passed away surrounded by family on September 29, 2024. Jackie was born on September 25, 1936 in Martinsville, Indiana to the late Kenneth Dunham and Ruby (Trestor) Dunham. She married the love of her life, Harold “Andy” Anders, on August 24, 1957, and they were married for over 65 years until his passing in 2023.

 Jackie was a graduate of Decatur Central High School and attended Indiana University. She worked as the administrative assistant for the Chief Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court for many years. She was a faithful member of the West Newton United Methodist Church, enjoyed reading novels in her spare time, and loved traveling the world and country with Andy. Jackie’s grace and kindness left a profound impact on those she met, and her memory will be forever cherished by her loving family and friends. She will also be remembered for her delicious home-cooked meals and desserts! 

She is survived by her daughter Kaye (Mike) Gaither; son Kraig (Robin) Anders; brother Kenneth (Debbie) Dunham Jr.; grandsons Jason (Chelsea) Gaither and Joshua (Cara) Gaither; and great grandchildren Rosie, Fiona, and Cameron Gaither.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Jackie’s life on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at West Newton United Methodist Church – 6843 Mendenhall Road, Indianapolis, IN 46221. Visitation will be Noon to 1pm, with services beginning at 1pm. Pastor Anne Gatts will officiate, and burial will follow in West Newton Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to West Newton United Methodist Church.

Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.

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  1. One of my favorites is when we celebrated my son’s 1 yr old birthday at their house on Mendenhall in W Newton . I’m sure Jackie made the cake it was delicious! I was going to cut a little piece for him and she said Danny! Dig in! And he reached in, grabbed a handful and shoved it his mouth. Jackie laughed and clapped her hands while I kept looking at cake all over her kitchen!! She didn’t mind at all! She enjoyed the whole thing!! She was a sweetheart!

  2. To the families of Jackie;
    We were saddened to learn of Jackie’s passing. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of Jackie from our school days at Decatur Central and our Sundays at West Newton United Methodist Church. Jackie and I were in the same graduating class and she was my date for our senior prom. May God grant you His comfort and peace.
    Duane and Mary Jane Marker, DCHS Classes of 1954 and 1957

  3. Jackie, you was a beautiful woman. I just loved you. I’m so glad I was able to do your nails 💅🏽 and pedicures as well . I will miss you , but I’ll see you one day in heaven. Tell Andy I said hi 👋.🥰🙏💋. Love ❤️ penny hornaday

  4. With the short time I knew Jackie, I was lucky enough to give her my time, my love, and everything in between. I really appreciate the time I was able to spend with her. She was very kind and understanding. I’m sure we’ll get to see her again once we all get to heaven.


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