Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Karen Starks
Feb 18, 2026
Karen Starks, 76 died Wednesday, February 18th at her Indianapolis, IN home. Karen was born on September 15, 1949, in Evansville, Indiana, the only child of George and Emma Pauline Dieterle, both deceased.
Karen earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. She was a very much respected educator with Indianapolis Public School beginning as an elementary school...
Margie Elizabeth Knox
Feb 18, 2026
Margie Elizabeth Knox of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away February 18, 2026, at 77 years of age. She is survived by her loving daughter, Lesley Shell, her son, Kevan Knox, her grandchildren, Josephine Anderson, Alexandria Knox, Vincent Knox, her sister, Judy Bentley, and her brothers, Phillip Harmon, and Gene Harmon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Buck and...
Janis Marie Rohrman
Feb 18, 2026
Janis “Dollie” M. Rohrman, passed away on February 18, 2026. Born to Nelle VanTreese in Chicago in 1928, Dollie never claimed to be any older than 39. She was a red-headed spitfire, topping out at a towering 4 feet 9 inches tall with the heart of a lion.
Together with her mother Nelle and brother Jerry VanTreese, they moved to Indianapolis...
Devin S. Kiernan
Feb 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Devin Kiernan
Devin Kiernan of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 42. He was born in Indianapolis on August 17, 1983, to parents David and Stacey Jo (Campbell) Kiernan.
Devin is survived by his sisters, Courtney Kiernan, Samantha Williams, and Cassundra Wanner. He was preceded in death by both of his parents.
Devin...
Jill S. Schnitzmeyer
Feb 17, 2026
Jill S. Schnitzmeyer, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, Emory Raymond Schaeffer and Judith (Aldrich) Schaeffer.
Jill was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her presence was steady and comforting, and she meant more to those who loved her than words can fully express....
Joyce E. Osborn
Feb 17, 2026
Joyce Evelyn Osborn of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to be with her Lord and her loving husband of 71 years with her family by her side. She was born on November 6th, 1930, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Earl and Ruby Taylor.
She was a homemaker who loved caring for her family and was a...
Vessie M. Davis
Feb 17, 2026
Vessie Morl Davis, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away February 17, 2026. Vessie was born in Wild Cherry, Arkansas on January 24, 1939, to parents, Eli Ben Davis and Chestine Staggs Wilkes.
Vessie dedicated 45 years of his life to his work as a machinist, retiring in 2004 after a steadfast career. He took great pride in his work, believing deeply in...
Thomas Gus Mavrikis
Feb 17, 2026
A very much loved husband, father, grandfather, Thomas Mavrikis, 88 of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully with his family and friends present at his side.
He was born November 30, 1937 in Perista, Greece and carried his Greek heritage with pride throughout his life. He was sent to America at the age of 13 to avoid the war in Greece. He...
Dr. H. Lane Ferree
Feb 17, 2026
Harry Lane Ferree, M.D., of Indianapolis, died February 17, 2026 at home. He was 88 years old.
Dr. Ferree was born May 21, 1937, in Indianapolis. He was the son of the late Edwin H. Ferree and Helen Schaumleffel Ferree and the brother of the late Thomas H. Ferree. He was a graduate of Shortridge High School, Wabash College, where he...
Rev. William Joseph Bean
Feb 16, 2026
REV. WILLIAM JOSEPH BEAN passed from his earthly life of 83 years on February 16, 2026, at his home in Alexandria, Tennessee, attended by his wife, Martha. Born to Rev. Joe L. and Dorothy Walker Bean, his early childhood and teenage years were lived in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Indiana as a “PK” (pastor’s kid). Bill, as he was best...
Catherine M. Szakel
Feb 16, 2026
Catherine Mae (Radez) Szakel 93 of Plainfield, Indiana passed away February 16, 2026. She was married to Louis M. Szakel for 58 years until his passing in 2010. Catherine had seven children, two of whom preceded her in death: Michael and Anthony. Catherine was a devoted wife, mother, and a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived...
Karen Sue (Susie) Lay
Feb 16, 2026
Karen Sue (Susie) Lay, age 78, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on February 16th 2026.
Susie was a 1965 graduate of Arlington High School in Indianapolis, IN. She had many positions with Royal Pin, where she ended her career as bookkeeper.
Susie was an active member in the bowling community and was on many leagues during her lifetime. She was a member...
Michael L. O'Brien
Feb 15, 2026
Michael L. O'Brien, a dedicated Iron Worker and esteemed welder, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Indianapolis, where he was born on November 29, 1943. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, family devotion, and cherished memories that will endure in the hearts of those who knew him.
With over 50 years of experience in his trade, Michael was...
David J. Sosinsky
Feb 15, 2026
David “Dave” Sosinsky of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on November 29, 1957, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to John and Mary Sosinsky. He was a proud older brother to his sister, Michelle Sosinsky.
As a young man, Dave attended the University of Toronto, where he met...
Cleo Marie Morris
Feb 15, 2026
Cleo Marie Morris of Plainfield, Indiana passed away February 15, 2026, at 79 years of age. She was born June 25, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Rolland J. and Charlotte Ester (Cunningham) Gorrell. Cleo enjoyed quilting, sewing, cooking, gardening, spending time and caring for her family and others. She had a deep devotion to her spiritual life, spending...
Joan Betty Van Wyk
Feb 15, 2026
Joan Betty Van Wyk, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 15. She was 93.
Joan was the eldest child of John and Betty Weiler and grew up with her two younger siblings on the family owned and operated Rochelle Park Dairy Farm in northern New Jersey, just ten miles from New York City. Despite...
William Larkin Begley
Feb 14, 2026
William Larkin Begley, 87, passed away Saturday, February 14th, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Bill, as he was called by family and friends, was called to preach at a young age. He lived his long life serving Jesus and teaching his family and others about scripture. He especially loved to teach about Bible prophecy.
As a child he would...
Patricia J. Steelman
Feb 14, 2026
Patricia “Pat” J. Steelman,
age 84, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her residence in Carmel, Indiana. Pat was the daughter of the late Alec Ilie Oltean and the late Mattie Emelie Rose. She was one of six children.
Pat married Floyd “Max” Steelman, Jr. in 1984. They spent 26 wonderful years...
Julie Ellen Moore
Feb 14, 2026
Julie Moore, 64, of Greenfield, Indiana, passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by love. She was born on September 7, 1961, in Indianapolis, the daughter of the late Jack and Ann Moore.
Julie lived a full, beautiful life — one defined by kindness, laughter, and a love that touched everyone who knew her. She never met a stranger, and her...
Deborah Lynn Haner
Feb 14, 2026
Deborah Lynn Haner (Annarino), 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on February 14, 2026, in Greenfield, Indiana. Born on March 16, 1960, to Michael Annarino and Judith Brewer, Deborah spent her life in the United States, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to her family and friends.
Deborah began her career as a nighttime clerk at Community...
