Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Shirley K. Bilby
Dec 13, 2024
Shirley K. Bilby, 75, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on December 13, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis on July 29, 1949, to Joe and Phyllis Gatliff. Shirley married the love of her life, Carl Bilby, on June 17, 1978. She proudly embraced her role of stepmother to Michele, Danielle, and David.
Shirley graduated from Arlington High School and Indiana Central...
Rita Rae Montgomery
Dec 13, 2024
Rita Rae Montgomery of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on December 13, 2024, at 76 years old. She was born on November 30, 1948, to the late James Martin and Helen Louise (Williams) Pickett. Rita was a Registered Nurse at Wishard Memorial Hospital for 25 years prior to retiring. She enjoyed working on craft projects, crocheting, sewing, scrap booking, making doll...
Patsy Sue Fletcher
Dec 13, 2024
Patsy Sue (Centers) Fletcher age 84 was born January 23, 1940 in Uz, Kentucky to Ernie Franklin Centers and Ada Mae Dixon, the 2nd of two children. Patsy graduated from Washington High School in Indianapolis, IN, where in her freshman year she was a member of the cheerleading squad. Patsy is preceded in death by both parents and a sister;...
Cynthia "Sammy" Strickland
Dec 12, 2024
Cynthia "Sammy" Strickland,82, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on December 12, 2024, surrounded by love and family. Cynthia was born on February 18,1942, to Dr. Hiram and Roberta (Haskell) Sexson in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1959 and Indiana University in 1963.
Cynthia’s legacy is one of unwavering love and a deep appreciation for the little...
Adina Goodin
Dec 12, 2024
Adina Goodin, beloved daughter, sister, mother and friend to many, passed away on December 12th, 2024, at the age of 55 in Anderson, Indiana at Community Hospital Anderson.
Adina was born on October 7th, 1969 in Rupea, Romania to Lucian (deceased) and Emilia Magdun. She grew up in Romania until 1982 when she and her family immigrated to the United States...
Donna Jean Sheline
Dec 12, 2024
Donna Jean Sheline, 72, of Carmel, IN, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN, surrounded by her family.
Donna was born May 9, 1952, in Laurel, IN, to Edd William Spears and Mary Kathryn (Martin) Spears, both deceased. She married Steve Sheline on June 27, 1998, and he survives.
Donna retired from Chase Bank in 2009,...
Megan Leigh Hoskins
Dec 12, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Megan Leigh Hoskins, 38, a beloved daughter, mother, lifelong partner, sister, and friend, who left us on December 12, 2024. Born on December 10, 1986, in Gallatin, Tennessee, Megan was a beacon of love and light to everyone she met.
Megan was a devoted mother to her son, Elijah Cleek-Hoskins,...
Peter Ratliff
Dec 12, 2024
A loving and humorous father
It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of my Father Peter Ratliff. He passed away on Wednesday December 12th at St Vincent Hospital at the age of 65. A man with a great sense of humor and love of life; his passions were the outdoors and being that he was a professional chef...
Theresa Onalee Crocker
Dec 12, 2024
Theresa “Onalee” Crocker, 89, of Noblesville passed away December 12, 2024. She was born the sixth of ten children, the daughter of the late Cecil William and Lucy Grace (Pillard) James. On a chance blind date, she met the love of her life, Thomas “Norman” Crocker whom she married on April 30, 1966.
Onalee graduated from the University of Iowa with...
Don J Kay
Dec 11, 2024
Don J Kay, a beloved figure in the world of motorsports broadcasting, passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 85. He was born on October 14, 1939, in Cook County, Illinois, and later grew up in Lombard, Illinois. Don’s passion for sports began early in life, leading him to graduate from Wayland Academy in Wisconsin. He was...
Pamela Adams
Dec 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Adams on December 11, 2024, at her Indianapolis home surrounded by love. Pam was born on October 6, 1951, to Leroy and Evelyn Martin in Indianapolis, IN. Pam spent many years working at Merchant’s Bank and Indiana Insurance, but her most important roles were as wife, mother, and...
Deborah "Debbie" Alderson
Dec 11, 2024
Deborah “Debbie” Alderson, 63, of Indianapolis, left this world too soon, December 11th, 2024. She was born September 2nd, 1961, in Chicago Illinois.
Debbie moved to Indianapolis as a young girl and graduated from John Marshall High School.
A very hard worker, Debbie held jobs throughout her life. She settled into her role as a full-time homemaker.
On September 23rd, 1995, Debbie married...
Joanna Elizabeth Parks
Dec 10, 2024
Joanna Elizabeth Parks, 89, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on December 10, 2024. Born on February 28, 1935, Joanna spent her formative years in Indianapolis, where she attended St. Phillips grade school and St. Mary's for high school. Her strong educational foundation prepared her for a dedicated career as a legal secretary at Barnes & Thornburg Law Firm, where she...
Lawrence Robert Dudley
Dec 10, 2024
Lawrence Robert Dudley, aged 61, passed away on December 10, 2024, in Zionsville, Indiana. Born on September 18, 1963, Larry was known for his charming personality, infectious smile, and his love for engaging in lively debates. An avid golfer and outdoorsman, he spent many joyful hours golfing, canoeing, hiking, and fishing.
Larry's career was highlighted by his time as a bartender...
Patricia Ann Charlesworth
Dec 10, 2024
Patricia Ann Charlesworth, 69, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away December 10, 2024 at Brownsburg Health Care Center, due to Early Onset Alzheimer’s. She was preceded in death by her parents, Delton and Gearldine Rush. Survivors include husband, John Charlesworth, son, Brandon Burch, and daughter, Gina (Kenneth “Le”, Jr.) Whaley. Grandchildren include Gabrielle (Cody) Greene, Kerri Whaley, Kevin (Isabella Carter) Whaley,...
Louis R. Kirkman
Dec 10, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana –
Louis “Lou” R. Kirkman, 81, passed away on December 10, 2024, after being comforted by family and friends.
Born February 17, 1943, in Indianapolis, Lou was the son of Vaughn and Ellen Kirkman. He graduated from Lawrence Central High School. Lou worked as a data processing manager for many years with Gibraltar Mausoleum Corporation. He also worked with Insley...
Rachel Marie Tubbs
Dec 10, 2024
Rachel Marie Tubbs of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on December 10, 2024, at the age of 93.
She was born on December 4, 1931, in Mt. Pine Arkansas to Elon Fredrick and Lossie Belle Gibson. She had three older sisters and one younger brother, who all preceded her in death.
Marie is preceded in death by her husband, JD Tubbs, her son,...
Betty Norris
Dec 9, 2024
Betty Norris of Indianapolis Indiana passed away on December 9, 2024. Born in Mill Springs, Kentucky, to William and Eliza (Burris) West, Betty was always one to share her vibrant love for her homeland with family and friends.
Betty retired from Colorcon in 1988, where she had been the Office Manager for 10 years. Betty, with her husband John Norris, retired...
Wilma Ruth Hill
Dec 9, 2024
Wilma Ruth Hill, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on December 9, 2024, in Brownsburg, Indiana, at the age of 99. Born on October 10, 1925, in Washington, Indiana, Wilma’s life was a testament to resilience, kindness, and unwavering faith.
A proud graduate of Short Ridge High School in Indianapolis, Wilma embarked on a successful career, retiring from...
Mark E. Hunt
Dec 9, 2024
Mark Eden Hunt AKA Hacksaw, a beloved brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 9th, 2024, at the age of 75.
Mark was born on August 13,1949 in Logansport, Indiana and attended one year at Indiana University after which he joined the Unites States Army. Mark went on to work for the United States Post Office where...
