Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Jo Ann Compton
Aug 23, 2024
Please be in prayer for the families as they walk through this difficult time of sorrow and yet knowing that Jo Ann is with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jo Ann loved the Lord and was dedicated to the scriptures, lived a life of integrity, and did everything to help others to do the same. She followed Thessalonians 5:16-18,...
Linda C. Beattey
Aug 22, 2024
Linda C. Beattey, 77, passed away peacefully with family present on August 22nd, 2024.
She was born in Virginia, March 20th, 1947, to parents Glenn and Joan (Wilkinson) Allen. Linda moved to Indiana with her family at a young age and graduated from Triton Central High School. As a young woman she married (Lowell Edward Spencer, III. (Les) deceased), and they...
Lurana Evangeline Babcock
Aug 22, 2024
Lurana Evangeline (Lyon) Jenkins, age 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana was called home on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Lurana “Lu” was born July 5, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Frederick and Esther (Hansen) Lyon.
As a child Lurana lived with her family in Cuba for three years as a missionary family. Later she attended God’s Bible School and College in Cincinnati,...
Kenneth Jacob Cooper
Aug 22, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of KENNETH JACOB COOPER, who left us on August 22, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born on August 25, 1931, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Edward J. Cooper and Margaret (Vander Zanden) Cooper. Brother of the late Thomas E. (Nancy) Cooper and the late Edward J....
Bertha L. Lee
Aug 22, 2024
Bertha L. Lee, a beloved mother, grandmother, and companion, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, in Mooresville, Indiana, at the age of 84. Born on November 19, 1939, in Penington Gap, Virginia, Bertha lived a life rich in love, laughter, and family.
She was a devoted mother to her daughters: Brenda Lee, Tina Pack, Penny Lee, her sons,Tim (Debbie) Lee,...
Ronald M. Kendall
Aug 22, 2024
Ronald M. Kendall, 76 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away August 22, 2024. He was born August 9, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late James M. and Barbara J. (Hamilton) Kendall. Ronald was a Mechanic for many years with Star Leasing prior to his retirement. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, earning a Bronze Star among...
Tamara Lynn Barnes
Aug 21, 2024
Tamara “Tammy” Lynn Barnes, 58 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on August 21, 2024. She was born in Muncie, Indiana, on April 21, 1966, to Larry and Phoebe Jordan and was raised in Cambridge City, Indiana.
Tammy was a 1984 graduate of Lincoln High School in Cambridge City and holds a B.A. in Telecommunications from Butler University where she was a...
Angela Rene' Paige
Aug 21, 2024
Angela Rene Paige (née Sly), born on May 11, 1961, in Greencastle, IN, was a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend who passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Angela was the daughter of Rudolph Mason and the late Jackie Jackson.
For 27 years, Angela worked at Carrier Corporation and recently retired, looking forward to...
Marilyn Kay Crisci
Aug 21, 2024
Marilyn Crisci died peacefully on August 21, 2024 in her home at Barrington of Carmel in the company of her beloved husband Bob. She was 93 years old.
Marilyn or “Mimi” as she was affectionately called was born on April 18, 1931 to Hester (Harsin) Battreall and Paul Joseph Battreall. She grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Shortridge High School...
John Robert Gutknecht
Aug 21, 2024
John Robert Gutknecht, 82, of Noblesville passed away August 21, 2024. He was born March 29, 1942, in Blue Island, Illinois the son of the late Joseph and Ruth Gutknecht. Growing up, the family lived in Hobart, Columbia City, and Rensselaer, before settling down in Rochester, Indiana.
John proudly and honorably served in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1964...
Erin Sebenste (nee Miller)
Aug 20, 2024
Erin Sebenste (nee Miller)
February 16, 1982 - August 20, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Erin Sebenste, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend. Erin was known for her pure soul and golden heart. She loved her family, friends, and all living creatures, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Erin is survived by...
Wilson D. "Bill" York
Aug 20, 2024
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, community servant, friend and Indianapolis sports icon, Wilson D. “Bill” York passed on Aug. 20, 2024, in Franklin, TN at the age of 91. Born on May 23, 1933, to Kenneth P. York and Leona Irene Moore York, Bill was the elder brother of Jane Anne York Baker and James O. York. He grew...
Ray Reynolds
Aug 20, 2024
Ray Reynolds, age 66, passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ray resided in Noblesville, IN, at the time of his passing. He was born on December 30, 1957, in Milan, IN, to Gordon and Melda (Johnson) Reynolds.
Ray grew up in Milan and attended Milan High School. He married the love of...
Marjorie E. Denien
Aug 20, 2024
Marjorie (Russell) Denien, 97, passed away peacefully on August 20th, 2024. She was born in Salem, Indiana on May 13th,1927 to Charley and Mary Pearl Russell on the family farm. She graduated from Salem High School in 1945. Marjorie married John Denien on December 18th, 1947; they celebrated 70 years together. She was a homemaker until her and John started...
Janice L. Mann
Aug 20, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana – Janice L. Mann, 83, beloved mother and wife, passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2024. She will be very deeply missed.
Janice was born on October 12, 1940, to parents William and America (Manors) Polston here, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She attended Arsenal Tech High School, but most importantly, met the love of her life, Don Mann,...
Dale Duane Dove, Sr.
Aug 19, 2024
Dale Duane Dove, Sr. 83, passed away on August 19, 2024. He was born on April 28, 1941 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Ralph and Eleanor Dove.
In Michigan, Dale worked in a paint store selling paint, wallpaper and carpeting. He was very good at coordinating colors as you can see by the colorful shirts that he always wore. After a couple...
Joan "Joanie" D. Nickelson
Aug 19, 2024
Joan D. Nickelson, 68, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, after a year-long courageous battle with glioblastoma (brain cancer).
Joanie was born on February 15, 1956, to Wayne and Jean Bartlett in Des Moines, Iowa. After graduating from Indianola High School in 1974, she went on to attend AIB College of Business to pursue a degree in...
Carolyn Sue Johnson
Aug 18, 2024
Carolyn Sue Johnson
77 of Spencer, Indiana, passed away on August 18, 2024. Carolyn was born on July 19, 1947, in Shelbyville, Indiana to the late Paul and Violet Swinford. She was a retired Budgett Director for the Unites States Army. She was a member of the Women’s Auxiliary of the Spencer VFW. She was preceded in death by children, Michele...
Pamela J. Ransom
Aug 18, 2024
Pamela J. Ransom, age 72 passed away August 18, 2024. Pam was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Edgar and Fern (Dorrel) Ransom.
She attended Warren Central High School and graduated in 1970. She attended Purdue University for a year then went to work in finance. She moved to California and worked for Wells Fargo until she had a major stroke in...
