Orbie Glen Soden

Orbie Glen Soden, 83, of Anderson, passed away on November 18, 2025, at Bethany Pointe Health Campus. He was born on January 29, 1942, in Tuckerman, Arkansas, the son of Ruby Jane and Orbie Campbell Soden. Orbie was a gifted left-handed pitcher. At the young age of 18, his skills earned him a tryout with the St. Louis Cardinals. During this unforgettable opportunity, Orbie had the extraordinary experience of throwing batting practice to the legendary Stan "The Man" Musial, etching a moment of personal history by pitching to one of the greatest hitters in the game Orbie enlisted in the Navy and proudly served his country aboard the USS Oklahoma City from August 1960 to May 1964. After the Navy, he moved to Anderson and on August 1, 1970, married Judy, the love of his life. Orbie and Judy had two sons, Jim and Skete. In the mid-70s, Orbie and Judy owned and operated the Palace of Sweets in North Webster. Orbie dedicated 32 years of his life to serving the community on the Anderson Police Department, a tenure that concluded with his well-deserved retirement in 2004 He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a dedicated golfer. Orbie spent most of his post-retirement years golfing at Meadowbrook Golf Course. He is survived by his son, Skete (Brianna) Soden and their children, Ruby, Colleen, and Bridger all of Anderson; his son, Jim ( Mary) Soden and their daughter, Melissa, of Fort Wayne; two brothers, George (Kay) Soden and Charlie (Cindy) Soden; one sister, Debbie (Dave) Ricker all of Anderson; lifelong friend, Leon Wasilewski; and several nieces, nephews and golfing friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy J. Soden; his parents, Orbie and Ruby Soden; brother, Bill Soden; and nephew, Bill Soden. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, with open sharing at 3:00 pm, at The Community Room at Loose Funeral Homes and Crematory, 200 W. 53rd Street, Anderson, Indiana, 46013. Donations in Orbie's name may be made to "Cops for Kids" through the Anderson Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 48. In accordance with Orbie’s wishes, cremation will take place. www.LooseCares.com

Orbie Glen Soden

January 29, 1942 - November 18, 2025