Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
James H. Hubbard
Nov 9, 2024
James "Jim" Hubbard, 96, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Maple Park Village in Westfield, Indiana. He is survived by his daughter Ruth Hubbard. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Lucy; his parents Clifford and Nettie Hubbard; and his three sisters Helen Hall, Louise Johnson, and Mardy Hubbard.
Jim was born in...
Jeffrey Myles Martin
Nov 9, 2024
Jeffrey M. “Jeff” Martin of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2024, at 66 years old. He was born June 19, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Robert Norman and Rosemarie (Mattingly) Martin. Jeff, as he was affectionately known, worked for Eckhart & Company as a Bookbinder for over 25 years prior to retiring. He previously worked...
Gabriella (Gabby) Lambert
Nov 9, 2024
Gabriella (Gabby) Maestri Lambert November 22, 1933-November 9, 2024
Gabby was born in Carisolo, Italy on November 22, 1933 to Rodolpho and Carlina Maestri. When she was 13, her father sent for her, her mother, and her sister Ada to come to the United States. She learned to navigate city streets and to speak English in a first-grade classroom. Years later,...
Robert L. Hyde
Nov 8, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana – Robert L. Hyde, 84, went home to the Lord on November 8, 2024, after being comforted by his loving wife, family, and friends.
Rob was born on January 6, 1940, to parents Edward & Cassandra (William) Hyde in St. Louis, Missouri. A year after graduating high school in the late 50s, Rob joined Arthur Murray Dance Studios where...
Kevin Patrick Corken
Nov 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kevin Patrick Corken, who left this world on November 8, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN. Born on March 23, 1956, Kevin lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to his family and friends. He was 68 years old.
Kevin was the beloved son of Michael and Jacqueline...
Carl Elmer Radford, Jr.
Nov 8, 2024
Carl E. Radford, Jr. was given his wings on November 8, 2024. Affectionately known as “Buddy” or “Pops”, he was born March 30, 1951, in Indianapolis, IN to Carl E. Radford, Sr. and Ethel M. Wade Radford, who preceded him in eternal rest.
Carl first accepted Christ as a young child and, along with his sister Cheryl, was baptized at Immanuel...
Jesus Quintana Jr.
Nov 7, 2024
Jesus Quintana Jr., 75, of Indianapolis passed away on November 7, 2024. He was born in Mercedes, Texas on February 19, 1949, to his parents, Jesus Quintana and Maria (Ochoa) Quintana. His parents relocated to Indianapolis, Indiana when Jesus was very young.
Jesus enlisted in the United States Marines on June 29, 1967, and dutifully served his country for many years....
Michael E. Nell
Nov 7, 2024
Michael E. Nell, 67, of Zionsville, passed away on November 7, 2024.
He was a loving husband, proud father and “Papaw”, and dedicated son and brother. Michael was a graduate of John Marshall High School and was the owner of Boone Village Barbershop for over 35 years. He was an avid golfer and an enthusiastic Colts fan. Michael was a respected...
Anna Jean Krolak
Nov 7, 2024
Anna Jean (Waldschmidt) Krolak, aged 93, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at 12:50 a.m., surrounded by her three loving daughters at Hoosier Village in Indianapolis, Indiana. In a moment of providence, all five of her children were able to gather by her side the weekend before, sharing cherished conversations and precious moments.
Anna Jean’s life was marked by devotion...
Joseph A. Jakositz
Nov 6, 2024
Joseph A. Jakositz, 93 of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Joe was born September 9, 1931 in Newark, NJ to the late Joseph and Catherine Jakositz. He was a veteran of the US Navy serving from 1948-1952. Joe was a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Joe was a mechanical engineer and worked for Amoco/BP for over 20 years.
Private family...
Ernestine Thompson
Nov 6, 2024
ERNESTINE THOMPSON was born in Somerville, Tennessee on January 13, 1934, to Jesse B. and Maurice (Murphy) Rivers. She was the only child born to this union, but would often say that she made up for that having nine children. Ernestine cherished family and was a dedicated mom, raising her children to know and love the Lord. She taught through...
Kadafia M. Leach
Nov 5, 2024
Today, we gather to remember our sweet, brave boy, just two years old but already someone who touched our hearts so deeply. Though his time with us was short, he filled it with a light and joy that we will carry with us forever.
From the very beginning, he loved to sing. His voice, small but bright, was like a melody...
Nancy Ann Cole
Nov 5, 2024
Nancy A. (Wilson) Cole, 85, died peacefully at her home in Indianapolis on November 5, 2024, from complications of a stroke. She was born on October 12, 1939, in Warren County, Indiana, to Kenneth B. and Geneva Wilson.
Nancy was married for 63 years to Jim Cole, who passed away in 2021. As the story goes, they had been sweethearts since...
Don Eric Fledderjohn
Nov 5, 2024
Don Eric Fledderjohn passed away at home with his family in the early morning of November 5, 2024. Don was born in Indianapolis in 1941, the son of Riley and Virginia Fledderjohn, and brother to Karl Ross Fledderjohn. He graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1959 and continued to Butler University, where he played basketball for Tony Hinkle and...
Jerilyn A. Griffith
Nov 5, 2024
Jerilyn A. Griffith, 82, of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Jerilyn was born in Linton, Indiana on October 25, 1942, to parents, Dale Pershing and Fern Liddel Pershing. She graduated from Worthington Jefferson High School. She was known as a loving wife of 62 years to her husband Ronald. Above all else she adored her children and...
Vernon R. "Vern" Thompson
Nov 5, 2024
Vernon R. “Vern” Thompson, 85 of Sheridan, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Vern was born June 13, 1939 in Huston County, TN to the late Vonley and Nettie Thompson. Vern was a life-long commercial semi driver for over 55 years. He was proud to log over 2 million miles of accident free driving. Vern retired in 2014 from Ryder...
Charlotte A Bray
Nov 4, 2024
Charlotte A. Bray
88 of Speedway, Indiana, passed away on November 4, 2024. Charlotte was born on August 26, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Nelson and Ruth Wootan. She retired from Daseke Insurance Agency. In her retirement she enjoyed being a crossing guard for Speedway Elementary School for 25 years. She was a member of the Daughters of America...
Nancy K. Denny
Nov 4, 2024
Nancy Kay Denny, 86, of Shelbyville passed away November 4, 2024. She was born August 2, 1938, in Middletown, Indiana, the daughter of the late John and Lena Mae (Buss) Real. She married Melvin Denny on September 12th, 1964, who preceded her in passing on November 11th, 1996.
Nancy enjoyed bowling, traveling, and raising her boys until Chris became old enough...
Lemuel Charles Jack
Nov 4, 2024
Lemuel Charles Jack of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away, surrounded by his family on November 4, 2024, at 91 years old. He was born in Tipton, Indiana on March 10, 1933, to the late Charles and Katherine (Stokes) Jack. Charles, as he was affectionately known retired as a Die Setter for Fisher Body with General Motor in Marion, Indiana. He was...
Sandra J. Cortez
Nov 4, 2024
Sandra J. Cortez, 83 of Whitestown, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. Sandra was born June 21, 1941 in Bridgeport, CT to the late James A. Sr., and Lillian Ritchie. She was a graduate of Shortridge High School and later obtained her Bachelor's degree from Indiana Central University, which is now the University of Indianapolis.
Sandra worked in IT for the...
