Carol June Davis, 81, tragically died in a car accident on February 20, 2026, at her home in Anderson, Indiana. Her family and community mourn the loss of a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend.
Born June 25, 1944, in Waukegan, Illinois, Carol grew up on the “Bunny Ranch” in Ingalls, Indiana. She was the daughter of Harry and Caroline (Bunker) Sanderlin. Carol graduated from Pendleton High School in 1962 and married Tom Davis in 1963. Together they raised three children, and family was the center of her life.
Carol spent many years working in the meat and deli department at Mace’s grocery store in Pendleton. She loved music and was a devoted fan of today’s Elvis, Scotty Zion. Known for her kindness and thoughtfulness, Carol had a special habit of sending greeting cards to everyone she knew, leaving a lasting impression on friends and family.
She is survived by her daughters Sherry (Steve) Hoskins and Donna Davis, both of Pendleton; six grandchildren Shay (Mac) Rothstein, Kara (Andrae) Robinson, Shawn (Eddie) Frank, Katy (Joey) Byler, Danielle Davis, and Austin Davis; 12 great-grandchildren Meleah, Steven, Kardell, Lilly, Jaevion, Owen, Allie, Zariah, Lucy, Molly, Betty, and Dorothy; and a special niece, Susie Smith.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents and by her son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Debbie Davis of Buford, Georgia.
A celebration of life for Carol, along with Tim and Debbie Davis, will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Community Church, 3126 W. Market St., Huntsville, Indiana. Pastor Claude Creel will officiate. Carol will be laid to rest at Mendon Cemetery in Pendleton, Indiana.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Paradigm Hospice, Mercy Home Care, and Heaven Sent Home Health for their compassionate care during Carol’s final days.
