Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Dec 9, 2024

Thomas E. Thompson was born on March 19, 1933, in Cadiz, Kentucky to parents, Benjamin and Katy Thompson. Thomas was educated through the Kadis public school system, graduating in 1952.

Thomas served his country proudly in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, from 1952 to 1956. He joined up in Ashland, Kentucky just after graduating high school. Thomas...

Dec 9, 2024

Jewell E. Hatton, beloved mother, sister, and aunt, peacefully departed this life on December 9, 2024, at the age of 77 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on September 23, 1947, in New Castle, Indiana, Jewell touched the hearts of everyone she met with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering faith.

A proud member of the Southport Church of the Nazarene for over 40...

Dec 9, 2024

Edgar Martin Pate, affectionately known as Marty, passed peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on January 16, 1957, at Fort Benjamin Harrison in Indianapolis, Indiana, Marty was the son of Edgar Manuel Pate Jr. and Joyce Marilyn Hoffhein. He was a loving father, grandfather, and friend who led an eccentric life filled with love for...

Dec 9, 2024

Maxine “Mickey” Evelyn Crawley, 94, passed away December 9th, 2024. She was born in Carthage, Indiana, to parents Denver Pea and Gladys (Jackson) Usher.

Mickey grew up in Indiana and graduated from Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, Indiana.

On June 2nd, 1950, Mickey married the love of her life, James Crawley I. They shared 50 wonderful years together. James passed away...

Dec 9, 2024

Paul Dennis Kelley of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2024, at 66 years old. He was born on August 1, 1958, at Rantoul Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois to the late Frank Kelley, Sr. and Juanita (Merchant) Turewicz. Paul was a truck driver for numerous companies throughout his career. He enjoyed riding a motorcycle, fishing, bowling, and...

Dec 8, 2024

Indianapolis, Indiana – Kenneth Lee Martin, 68, passed away on December 8, 2024, after being comforted by his family and friends. His great sense of humor, love of his family, and his biscuits and gravy will be sorely missed.

Kenny was born on February 2, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents Gerald (Jerry) Glen Martin and Nancy (Stanger) Murphy. He joined...

Dec 8, 2024

Rosa Pearl Bernard passed away peacefully in her home on December 8, 2024, at the age of 81. 

Rosa was born on February 22, 1943, in Gulfport, Mississippi to John and Mary Willis. Shortly after graduating from high school, she met Isaac Bernard and they were married on November 25, 1961, which was 63 years at the time of her passing.

During...

Dec 8, 2024

Joy B. Abernathy of Westfield, IN, passed away on December 8, 2024, at the age of 59. She was born in Los Angeles, CA, on June 12, 1965, and adopted by parents, John J. and Betty J. (Lebold) Mazur. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, coloring, watching crime shows, rooting for the Colts and spoiling her fur babies. 

Joy...

Dec 8, 2024

Dec 8, 2024

Rose Marie Hutzler, of Brownsburg Indiana, died on December 8th at the age of 92.

She was born on June 28, 1932, to John and Rosie Holy of Hallettsville Texas. She shared responsibilities on the family farm with eight siblings before graduating from Hallettsville High School. On February 4, 1956, she married Thomas Hutzler and they raised four children together.

Rose Marie...