Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Edna Mae Fisher
May 25, 2026
Edna Mae (Nussel) Fisher (84), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. Born to Edward and Goldyl Nussel on September 26, 1941, Edna lived a life centered on faith, family, friendship, and unconditional love.
Edna was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 61 years,...
Marjorie G. Wolfe
May 23, 2026
Marjorie G. Wolfe
96 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on May 23, 2026. Marjorie was born on April 5, 1930, in New Albany, Indiana to the late Maurice and Thelma Grimes. She was a graduate of New Albany High School. She retired from Eagledale Florist. She was a member of Lynhurst Baptist Church and Lynhurst Chapter of the O.E.S. She was...
Phyllis Ann Branch
May 23, 2026
Phyllis Ann Branch 87 of Avon, Indiana passed away peacefully at her home on May 23, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. She was born June 6, 1938 to Donalson and Bernice Black. She was the biggest Elvis fan in the world, enjoyed crocheting, and loved spending time at the casino. She was an amazing and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great...
Kyle James Clancy
May 23, 2026
The family is currently developing his life story. Please check back later. Thank you!
Varna D. Wyatt
May 23, 2026
Varna D. Wyatt, 90, passed away May 23, 2026, with his family at his side. He was born April 1, 1936, in Stab, Kentucky, to Delbert & Arizona (Whitson) Wyatt.
JoAnn Trausch
May 22, 2026
Josephine Ann “JoAnn” Trausch, 100, of Indianapolis, died peacefully on May 22, 2026 at Marquette Manor. JoAnn’s life spanned over a century, during which she was our family’s beloved matriarch.
Born on August 5, 1925 in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, JoAnn was the daughter of Mildred and James Dally. She spent most of her childhood in Chicago and met Harry Trausch the...
Thomas Bert Shipp
May 22, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Shipp, beloved father, died on May 22, 2026, at the age of 75 in Lafayette, Indiana.
Born August 7, 1950, in Waterloo, Iowa, to the late Charles and Edith Shipp. The youngest of six children, he grew up in Lafayette and graduated from Lafayette Jefferson High School. He was a fiercely competitive baseball and basketball player and fondly recalled...
Laura A. Ray
May 21, 2026
The family is currently developing her life story. Please check back later. Thank you!
Earl LeRoy Jones
May 21, 2026
Earl Leroy Jones of Carmel, IN passed away peacefully on May 21st, 2026. Born in Peru, IN on August 7th, 1928 to Grace (Bannister) and Eli Elwood Jones, Earl was the youngest of Eli’s eleven children and Grace’s three children. After Grace passed, the family - Eli, Madeline, Lois and Earl - went to live at The Masonic Home in...
Michael E. Reed
May 20, 2026
Michael E. Reed
74 of Plainfield, Indiana, passed away on May 20, 2026. Michael was born on July 11, 1951, in Millington, Tennessee to the late Raymond and Doris Reed. He was retired from Allison Transmission. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Lee Reed, children Richard Smith, Michele Kennedy, Trey (Michelle) Reed and two other daughters, grandchildren Ryan, Blake, Hunter,...
Darlene J. Allen
May 20, 2026
Darlene J. Allen, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away on May 20, 2026. She was born on October 25, 1935, to Leonard Thurman Costelow and Lois Adeline (Kelley) Costelow.
Darlene lived a long and blessed life, marked by hard work and a spirited love of friendly competition. A talented and skilled beautician, she graduated from the House of James Beauty School and...
Darrel D. Moore
May 20, 2026
Darrel D. Moore, 89, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on May 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Darrel was born on May 25, 1936, to George and Hattie Moore.
Darrel was a man who never shied away from hard work and carried that determination throughout his life. As the first member of his family to attend college, he...
Joyce Jean Combs
May 20, 2026
Joyce Jean Combs, age 77 of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, May 20, 2026 in the comfort of her own home.
Joyce was born on February 26, 1949, in Hazard, Kentucky, a daughter of Jay G. Combs and Virgie (Deaton) Combs. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Joyce was one of three children. She is survived by her...
Leon Scott Chaudion
May 19, 2026
It is with immeasurable love and sorrow that we announce the birth and passing of Leon Scott Chaudion, who was born and departed this world on May 19, 2026. Though his time on earth was brief, Leon’s life carried profound meaning and everlasting love. He was deeply wanted, endlessly cherished, and will forever remain a part of the hearts of...
Janet Elizabeth Isham
May 19, 2026
Janet Elizabeth Isham reposed in the Lord on May 19, following a brief battle with cancer. She passed away under the loving care of her family and friends.
Jan was born on Nov. 8, 1941, in Emporia, KS. Regardless of where she lived, she would always love the wildflower fields of Kansas. In her early adulthood, she worked as a hairstylist...
David P. McCorkle Sr.
May 19, 2026
Mr. David's life story will be shared soon. Please check back at a later time for updates.
Mary Jane Calaway
May 19, 2026
Mary Jane "Janie" Calaway, born on April 3, 1952, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at the age of 74.
Janie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend who brought warmth and kindness to everyone she met. She was known for her gentle spirit and her passion for beautifying the world around her, especially...
