Milford Eli Compo, 83, of Carmel passed away January 26, 2024. He was born September 24, 1940, in Potsdam, New York, the son of Eli DeForest Compo and Josephine Ida (Perry) Compo Gratton. He married Lana Deanetta Hartwig on May 1, 1965, in Duluth, MN where he was stationed. Mil graduated from Albany State University with a B.S. degree in...
Penny D. Bessire passed away at her residence on January 26, 2024. She was born September 10, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Walter and Mary (House) Barlow. Penny was a Pay Roll Specialist for Indiana State Parks Inns for a number of years. She is survived by her brother, James (Sherry) Barlow, her sister, Linda Thompson, a host...
James “Jim” Elmer Birge, 76, went to be with his Lord and Savior, January 26th, 2024. Jim was born January 21st, 1948, in Longview, Washington, to parents William and Reba (Linn) Birge.
Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.
Jim’s Christian faith was always paramount for him. For a time, he was a member of the Baptist Church of...
Sue Carol (Pribble) Jontz, Brutus, Michigan passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024 in Carmel, Indiana. She was a graduate of Lawrenceburg High School (IN) and Butler University where she earned her B.S. and M.S. Degrees in Education and was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. After graduation she taught second grade at Greendale Elementary and later on third grade...
Margaret Pauline Jaeger, affectionately known as Margee, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 72, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She was born on January 9, 1952, to parents, L.C. Page and Marie (Merritt) Page.
During her life, Margee was dedicated to personal growth and improvement. Among her many accomplishments are...
Jennifer Carolina Burgos de Narvaez, de 51 años, falleció 25 de enero de 2024. Nació el 26 de abril de 1972 en La Guaira, Venezuela. Jenny fue precedida en la muerte por sus padres, Armando Ramon Burgos Tovar y Luisa Julia Rodriguez.
Jenny era una artista de corazón, le encantaba bailar, especialmente Zumba. Lo que más disfrutaba era pasar tiempo con su...
Richard L. “Dick” Tucker, 90, of Carmel, IN, passed away peacefully January 24, 2024. He was surrounded by his loved ones at the time of his passing. Richard was born November 7, 1933, in Indianapolis, IN. He graduated from Lawrence Central High School. He was an Air Force and Korean War Veteran.
After retiring from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, Richard served...
Robert S. Zetzl, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at the age of 84. Bob was born to the late John and Marie (Scheckelreiter) Zetzl who had both immigrated from Germany and met while taking classes to learn the English language. They instilled in their family a love of learning and the importance of faith, family and service to others –...
Paul K. Saylor, 78, of Indianapolis passed away on January 23, 2024. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 15, 1945.
He graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in 1963.
He was a skilled tradesman for many years working several jobs, 4 Star Trucking, Schreiber Lumber, Arrowhead Golf, and a Proud member of The United Carpenters Union of America.
He could best be...
Dianne J. Roberts, 62, of Indianapolis, passed away January 23rd, 2024. She was born in East Chicago, Indiana May 10th, 1961, to parents Donald Smith and Eleanor (Trojnar) Lewis.
Dianne grew up in Lake Village with her mother and stepfather, William Lewis. She graduated from North Newton High School and went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
A hard...
Dr. Ward Elias Poulos, 77, of Indianapolis, passed away January 22, 2024. He was born March 19, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Elias Anest Poulos and Julia Adelaide (Renfrew) Poulos.
Ward grew up in Indianapolis graduating from Thomas Carr Howe High School in 1964. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity at Indiana University-Bloomington. Ward graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington in...
Janet Lynn (Thompson) Conwell, born in Indianapolis, IN on September 25, 1952 passed away at her residence in Whitestown, IN, on the morning of January 22, 2024.
She worked at St. Vincent's Hospital for 27 years, and attended Big Springs Community Church.
Janet was married to Steve Conwell of 40 years, and devoted their lives to each other. They cherished their getaways,...
Phyllis Rene Lee Howard, beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt, and friend, passed away January 21, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on August 7, 1958, in Indianapolis, IN, Phyllis was a kind-hearted and compassionate soul who brought joy to everyone she met.
Phyllis began her career at Chevrolet at the young age of 18, right after graduating from Pike High...
Loving husband, father, and grandfather. Survived by his wife: Dr. Debra (Conerty) Bergman Rouch. Children: Rachel Bergman (Mel Yanson), Dr. Joshua Rouch (Maeghan), Stephanie Rouch, Andrea Laxton (Ben), and Evan Bergman. Grandchildren Ian and Kai Yanson, Eleanor and Atlas Rouch and Everett Laxton. Siblings: Julian Rouch, Glenda Bogucki (Joe), Mary Sue DeLauter, Viola Woods, Larita Killian, Rosemarie Braz (Norm), Libby...
Katharine E. O’Neal, 75 of Carmel, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024. Katharine was born January 30, 1948 in Indianapolis to the late Howard and Margaret Stone. She was a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in nursing and received her master’s degree from Christian Theological Seminary.
Katharine began her career as a nurse, later teaching nursing at Baylor University....
Carol F. Cossell, 87, of Brownsburg, passed away peacefully January 20, 2024. Carol was born on January 16, 1937, in Gallagher, West Virginia to the late Ben and Gladys White. Carol spent many years as a supervisor for Kohl’s Department Store until her retirement in 1999. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, country music, puzzle books, bingo, and...
Martha Pearl (Martin) Hammons 89, formerly of Clayton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday evening, January 20, 2024. Martha was a member of the Upper Room Church, in Mooresville, Indiana. She was born in Portersburg, Kentucky on June 26, 1934, to Elbert and China (Owens) Martin. She was married to the only man she ever loved,...
Patti Ione Koerber, 92, died on January 20, 2024. She was born March 26, 1931, in Noblesville to Ione and Kenneth Pickett. At 18, she became Catholic, and her deep faith animated the rest of her life. After Noblesville High School, she attended Antioch and Marian University, graduating from Marquette University. In Milwaukee, she met Leonard who shared her faith...
Denny Wayne Wilburn of Indianapolis, IN passed away on January 20, 2024, at the age of 91. Denny was born in Tipton, IN on April 2, 1932, to the late Ralph and Ellen (Kinder) Wilburn. He graduated from Tipton High School and went on to serve his country honorably in the U.S. Navy on board the USS Missouri, during the...
Thomas Michael Crawford, 95, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on January 19, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1928, in Cleveland, Ohio, to parents, Robert C. Crawford and Sara (Fierbaugh) Crawford.
An accomplished scholar, Tom pursued higher education at Ohio Northern University before graduating with bachelor’s and master's degrees and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. During that...