Susan "Luanne" Kendall

Susan “Luanne” Kendall, 68, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away on July 26, 2026, at Community Hospital.

Luanne was born on April 19, 1958, in Rushville, Indiana, to William Kendall and Patricia Craig. She attended Madison Heights High School and continued her education with studies in architecture.

Nothing was more important to Luanne than loving others. She had a gift for making people feel welcome and valued. People were drawn to her warmth, humor, and genuine love for people. Over the years, she cared for many as if they were her own family. Known affectionately as Big Nana, Momma Lu, and Aunt Lu, to many. Countless family members, friends, neighbors, and young people found support and encouragement in her home, which was always open to those in need. She created a safe space for many “adopted” children and nothing brought Luanne greater joy than spending time with her grandchildren.

She was quick-witted, loved to laugh, and delighted in making others laugh as well. Her sense of humor was unforgettable. She lived life fearlessly and lit up every room she entered. Luanne enjoyed bingo, bowling, traveling, and taking cruises. She attended Florida Station Church of God and served as a director of the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Bowling Association board.

Luanne is survived by her daughters, Jessica (Doug) Doan and Rhonda Scott; grandchildren, Chase Doan, Alex Doan, Mia Lebarre, and Noah Leonard; brother, Bill (Sherry) Kendall; cousin raised as her sister, Star Craig; best friend, Lynne Edwards; and countless honorary nieces and nephews, friends, and extended family members whose lives she touched.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Kendall and Patricia Craig.

    A visitation will be held Thursday, July 30th, 2026, from 5pm to 6:30pm at Florida Station Church of God 1045 W 375 N, Anderson, IN 46011. The memorial service will start at 6:30 pm with Doug Doan, Jerry Hilligoss, and Greg Allen officiating, with a dinner to follow.

There will be additional services in held North Carolina and Tennessee. Specific location, dates and times to be determined.

Luanne’s legacy lives on in the laughter she inspired, the love she freely gave, and the countless lives she changed simply by opening her heart and her home. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.