Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Carolyn Sue Glowner
Dec 28, 2024
Carolyn Sue (Presley) Glowner, 83, of Bargersville, passed away on December 28th, 2024.
She was born September 15th, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana to parents Terrell H. Presley and Mary P. Presley.
She is preceded in death by her Father Terrell “Ted” Presley and Mother Mary Presley; infant son Roy C. Shannon IV; and daughter Sherri A. Ewing.
Carolyn worked for Eli Lilly and...
Mary Elaine Dingess Chafin
Dec 27, 2024
Mrs. Mary Elaine Dingess Chafin, widowed wife to Fred Chafin for many happy years, was born November 23, 1942, in Logan County, West Virginia, and passed away peacefully in her Indianapolis Indiana home on December 27th, 2024, at the age of 82. Mrs. Chafin was one of thirteen children; her remaining sibling is Vivian Lee (Dingess) Allen. She was known...
Charlene Dale (Heeringa) Donovan
Dec 27, 2024
Charlene Dale (Heeringa) Donovan, 90, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away December 27th, 2024. Charlene was born July 26, 1934, in Beech Grove, IN to the late Charles and Doris Heeringa. Charlene married Ronald E. Donovan on November 8th, 1952. Their marriage became the definition of true love and commitment to each other for almost seventy-one years until Ron’s passing in...
Nell Marie Lines
Dec 27, 2024
Nell Marie Kinzel Lines (95) Jan 3, 1929 – December 27,2024 – Nell Marie was raised by her maternal grandparents and lived her life in the home that her grandfather built. Nell Marie received her Bachelor of Science Degree (1951) and Master of Science Degree (1957) from Butler University and went on to teach first & second grades at Indianapolis...
Mark Anthony Ewing Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Mark Anthony Ewing, Jr. Was born on January 18, 1975, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Mark and Sandy Ewing. Mark passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2024. He was a 1993 graduate of Ben Davis High School and lifetime westsider. Mark spent the last 26 years with the love of his life Kelly. Together they raised their two sons,...
Michael Eugene Scott
Dec 26, 2024
Michael Eugene Scott, 63, of Coatesville, IN, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 24, 1961, to the late Donald E. Scott and Susie R. (Moore) Moreland.
Michael was the owner and operator of R.B. Annis Instruments Inc. and was known for his passion for music, as well as his unwavering...
Christopher Allen "Chris" Smith
Dec 26, 2024
Christopher Allen “Chris” Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away December 26, 2024, unexpectedly at 48 years old. He was born October 27, 1976, in Indianapolis, IN. Chris was owner and operator of Roe Roe Trucking Company. He enjoyed driving, riding Harley’s, enjoyed anything to do with horror movies, and enjoyed spending time with his family. Chris is survived by his...
Robert "Rob" Bruce Thorne
Dec 26, 2024
Robert “Rob” Bruce Thorne, 83, passed away December 26th, 2024. He was born in South Lyon, Michigan to parents William and Charlotte Thorne.
Rob grew up in Michigan and graduated from South Lyon High School. He served in the 5th Army Band and played trombone. He continued his education at South Dakota State University, earning a degree in electrical engineering.
Rob met...
Billy Francis Brewster, Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Billy Francis Brewster, Jr. of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024, at 68 years of age. He was born to the late Billy Francis and Margaret Laverne (Stout) Brewster. Billy was an Inspector for Allison’s for almost 50 years. He had a variety of interest which ranged from the love of Muscle Cars, going to Car Shows,...
Ronald "Ronnie" Cadwell
Dec 25, 2024
Ronald L. Cadwell, 62, peacefully passed away in his sleep on Christmas. Ronnie was born September 10th, 1962, to Bobbie and Betty Cadwell, of Indianapolis.
He is predeceased by his father, Bobbie Cadwell.
He is survived by his mother Betty Cadwell, brothers Don Bemis (Carol) and Robert Cadwell (Odetta), and nephews and niece Chris Bemis (Karen), Jacob Cadwell (Kasey), and Jessica McFarland...
Marshall Todd Gantt
Dec 25, 2024
Marshall Todd Gantt passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2024 at age 24. He was born on September 25, 2000 to Randall and Emily Gantt in Noblesville, Indiana.
Marshall graduated from Carmel High School in 2019. He was passionate about helping kids, and worked at Washington UCC in Cincinnati, Ohio as a summer program counselor for inner city kids. After college,...
Nancy (Porter) Denari
Dec 25, 2024
Nancy (Porter) Denari, 89, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, 2024, just a few days before her 90th birthday. It’s a fitting tribute as she loved the Christmas season so much. This time of year, her house would be covered in Christmas knick-knacks, plates, and of course, the tree that would be covered in lights and ornaments. The mountains of...
L. Richard "Dick" Gohman
Dec 25, 2024
L. Richard “Dick” Gohman, 82, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. He was born on November 30, 1942, to the late Louis and Gertrude Gohman in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dick described his father, an I.P.D. Officer, and his mother, a Methodist minister’s daughter, as providing a very supportive childhood for he and his sister, Joanne. Dick attended...
William B. Lacefield
Dec 25, 2024
Franklin, IN – William B. Lacefield, age 90, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, 2024. He was born October 10, 1934, in Livermore, McLean Co., KY, the youngest of five children born to the late Harve Delbert and Daisy Trunnell Lacefield.
He was, for 68 years, the loving husband of Janice F. Lacefield and the very proud father of Shannon Kaye...
Tamara Jane Kopitzke
Dec 24, 2024
Tamara Jane (Brown) Kopitzke, 69, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Her beloved husband, Fred, and her dear brother, Jim, were by her side, holding her hands. A gentle snowfall swirled outside the morning of Christmas Eve in Burlington, Vermont.
Tamara was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, October 29, 1955 to Glenn and Marguerite (Hall) Brown. A smart and pretty girl, Tamara...
Anita Laurent
Dec 24, 2024
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David Michael Farmer
Dec 24, 2024
David Michael Farmer, 76, of Indianapolis, passed away in his home surrounded by his wife and children on the morning of December 24, 2024. He was born on July 18, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late V. Galen and Virginia Farmer.
Dave graduated from Broad Ripple High School, class of ‘66, where he met the love of his life, Linda...
James Richard "Jim" Escue
Dec 24, 2024
James Richard “Jim” Escue of Camby, Indiana passed away December 24, 2024, at 89 years old. He was born on May 15, 1935, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Jessie Hayden and Cyada (Mandrell) Escue. Jim was retired from Owens Corning Fiberglass where he was a Warehouse Manager. He enjoyed camping, fishing, Auto Races, Square Dancing, and spending time with...
Janet Lou Meyer
Dec 24, 2024
Janet Lou Meyer, 96, of Carmel, Indiana passed away December 24, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Benjamin L. White and Lenore (Matthews) White. The most important thing to Janet was her family. She adored her husband Robert, her four children: Robert Jr., Barbara, Jay, and Brian. She was an adventurous woman and always up for a challenge,...
Helen L. Gross
Dec 23, 2024
Helen Louise (Dunn) Gross, age 84, of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, with her loving daughter holding her hand. She was more than just a great mom and wife. She was smart, witty, beautiful on the inside and out and so incredibly giving to all that knew her.
Born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 18, 1940, arriving 15...
