Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Barbara Jo Cory
Feb 1, 2026
Barbara Jo Cory, a beacon of love and kindness, left this world on February 1, 2026, in Fishers, Indiana. Born on December 29, 1939, in Beech Grove, Indiana, Barbara dedicated her life to caring for others, nurturing both young and old with unwavering compassion and dedication.
Her career began in nursing homes, where she lovingly assisted the elderly and engaged them...
Charlotte Eloise Lively
Feb 1, 2026
Mrs. Charlotte Lively, 87, passed away February 1st, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis on August 25th, 1938, to parents Harry and Oneita (Aaron) Robinson.
Charlotte grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Manual High School in 1956.
On April 13th, 1957, Charlotte married the love of her life, Charles Conrad Lively. They shared nearly 60 wonderful years together.
Industrious from a young...
John Blair Hachman
Jan 31, 2026
John Blair Hachman, 80, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on January 31, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Cyril and Bernice Hachman.
Originally from Cincinnati, OH, John was brought to central Indiana via Franklin College. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1968. While attending he was president of his fraternity, Kappa...
Mrs. Melba Gene Booher
Jan 31, 2026
Melba Gene Booher
October 8, 1938 – January 31, 2026
Mrs. Melba Gene Booher, 87, passed away at home surrounded by family on January 31st, 2026. She was born in Wappapello, Missouri, on October 8th, 1938, to parents Charles Everett and Rena Louise (Booker) Green.
On January 14th, 1956, Melba married the love of her life, Floyd Lee Booher, at the Bellaire Methodist...
Robert D. "Bob" Aynes
Jan 31, 2026
Robert D. "Bob" Aynes, born on May 16, 1939, in Clear Springs, Indiana, passed away on January 31, 2026, at the Masonic Home at Compass Park in Franklin, Indiana.
Bob is survived by his loving children, Larry (Kathy) Aynes, Gretchen (Gene) Smith, Mike (Arlene) Aynes, Deb (Jeff) Lowry, Mary Runnells, Austin Aynes, his former spouse and loving caretaker, Mary Jo Aynes,...
Sidney Eskenazi
Jan 31, 2026
Sidney David Eskenazi, 95, of Indianapolis, Indiana and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida died peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 31, 2026, joining his beloved wife of over 70 years, Lois Eskenazi, who passed away earlier in the month.
A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Sid was born on March 25, 1930, to David and Sara Eskenazi, growing up on the south...
Shirley L. Tutrow
Jan 30, 2026
Shirley Louise Tutrow, 87, of Indianapolis Indiana, passed away January 30th, 2026. Shirley was born in Beechville Kentucky on December 12th, 1938, to the parents of Wayne and Clara Oakes.
She attended Edmonton High School up to her junior year, and then moved to Indianapolis, Indiana.
Shirley worked and retired from Diamond Chain after 31 years.
Shirley is preceded in death by her...
James L. Inman, Jr.
Jan 30, 2026
Morristown, Indiana – James L. Inman, Jr., 81, passed away peacefully while being comforted by his family on January 30, 2026. His sense of humor, his special jig, and the love he had for his family will be deeply missed.
Jim was born in Fountain Head, Tennessee, on October 11, 1944, to James & Ruth (Carver) Inman. He joined the Army...
Randall "Randy" William Swoboda
Jan 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Randall William Swoboda "Randy", 65, of Indianapolis. Randy passed away January 30, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. He was born October 15, 1960, to parents Rudolph George Swoboda and Beverly Ann Swoboda in Indianapolis.
Randy was an avid sports fan (except for soccer, which he did not consider...
Robert H. Irvin
Jan 30, 2026
Robert H. Irvin, 73, of Carmel, Indiana passed away suddenly on Friday January 30, 2026. He was born on February 15, 1952 in Middlesboro, Kentucky, to parents, Thomas H. Irvin and Jerleen Irvin (Bledsoe).
As a life-long resident of Carmel, Bob was engaged with the community in several facets. In his younger years, he played football at Carmel High School and...
Donald M. Johnson
Jan 30, 2026
Donald Maxwell Johnson of Indianapolis was born on October 2, 1928 and passed peacefully on January 30, 2026 to meet his Lord and Savior. He was 97 years old.
Don spent the bulk of his working career in sales. He worked as a Fuller Brush salesman and a life insurance broker for several companies. Don was a vital part of the...
Joan E. Girmscheid
Jan 30, 2026
Joan Elizabeth (Hill) Girmscheid, 84, of Fishers, Indiana, formerly of Batavia, Illinois passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at home with her husband. Joan was born in Amboy, IL the daughter of Raymond and Gladys (Woodrow) Hill.
Joan was raised in Franklin Grove, IL, and was a graduate of Lee Center High School and Rockford College of Nursing. She worked as...
Faye I. Bias
Jan 29, 2026
Faye I. Bias of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2026, at 80 years of age. She was born in Wellington, Missouri on February 3, 1945, to the late Henry William and Violet May (Coates) Hufford. Faye had worked for American Art Clay for numerous years. She was a member of the Teamsters Local #135, American Legion Post#...
Peter Buchan Smith
Jan 29, 2026
Peter Buchan Smith, 88 of Carmel, Indiana peacefully passed to be with the Lord after a brave battle with dementia on January 29, 2026.
Peter was born on July 7, 1937, in Waltham Massachusetts to parents, Margaret Buchan Smith and Irwin Dwight Smith. His parents were blessed to celebrate 66 years of marriage. Peter spent his formative years in Massachusetts graduating...
Eduardo (Ed) Jose Loureiro
Jan 29, 2026
Eduardo Jose Loureiro (Ed, Papaw Donuts) was born March 24th, 1934, in Hong Kong, B.C.C. and passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones January 29th, 2026, at the tender age of 91. Ed was preceded in death by his loving wife Marilyn Sue Loureiro, and parents Fransico and Violet Loureiro, brothers Ray Loureiro, Frank Loureiro, and Danny Loureiro, and sister...
Walter G. Justus
Jan 29, 2026
Walter G. "Wally" Justus, 88, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on January 29, 2026.
Wally was born on May 27, 1937, on the eastside of Indianapolis, Indiana, delivered by a midwife, an origin story that fit the character of a man who remained grounded, practical, and deeply connected to his roots throughout his life.
As a teenager, Wally worked as a bricklayer,...
Sandra Kay (Sandy) Doty Farrell
Jan 28, 2026
Sandra Kay (Doty) Farrell of Indianapolis passed away on January 28, 2026.
Sandy excelled as a student and graduated from Plainfield High School in 1965. She continued her education and received degrees from Indiana University and University of Indianapolis in Physical Therapy. She furthered her studies with programs at Vanderbilt University and University of Pittsburgh.
Sandy demonstrated care, compassion, dedication and maintained...
Jack Lee Boeldt
Jan 28, 2026
Jack Lee Boeldt, age 87 passed away on Wednesday afternoon, January 28, 2026.
Jack was born on April 12, 1938 in Indianapolis.
He married Janet Wheeler on February 14, 1989 in Indianapolis. He is survived by his wife of 36 years: Janet Boeldt of Avon, IN.
He is survived by his children: daughter Cynthia (husband Gary) Farber of Brownsburg, IN and son: David...
Linda Kay Simpson
Jan 28, 2026
Linda K. Coffman Gilliam Simpson, 76, spent more than two decades in Plainfield, Indiana, but her story began in Indianapolis, where she grew up surrounded by the family who shaped her and the faith that carried her through life. In 1965, she married her one true love, Leonard E. Gilliam, and together they built a family rooted in devotion, hard...
