OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Ronald C. Bockbrader

Ronald C. Bockbrader

May 17, 2026

Ronald Bockbrader 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald C. Bockbrader, who left this Earth on May 17, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on May 8, 1946, in Indianapolis IN., Ronald was a dedicated engineer whose contributions to his field were marked by innovation and integrity.

Ronald is survived by his beloved daughter, Dawn (Jeff)...

Jessica Rose Parrett

Jessica Rose Parrett

May 16, 2026

Jessica Rose Parrett, age 37 of Indianapolis, Indiana, affectionately known as "Aunt Jessy," passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026.

She was born on May 27, 1988 in Indianapolis, a daughter of Doug A. Parrett and Tracey (Freund) Parrett. She is preceded in death by her father: Doug A. Parrett on March 6, 2017.

She is survived by her loving mother: Tracey...

Geneva L Jones

Geneva L Jones

May 16, 2026

With our hearts full of sorrow, we announce the passing of Geneva Levena Jones, 80 of Indianapolis, Indiana. As she peacefully slept, she was welcomed into God’s loving embrace on May 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, good moral character, faith, and a deep love for life.

With humble beginnings, she was born in Rockholds, KY, into a large...

Kathryn Smith

Kathryn Smith

May 16, 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana – Kathryn J. Smith, 95, passed away while being comforted by her son on May 16, 2026. Her kindness, her generosity, and her love will be forever missed.

Kathryn was born on July 27, 1930, to parents Fred John & Vivian (Bley) McMillan in Indianapolis, Indiana. She graduated from Warren Central High School in 1948, but prior to that,...

Mary V. O'Brien

Mary V. O'Brien

May 16, 2026

Mary Virginia O’Brien passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026. Mary was born in Indianapolis on September 5, 1935, to her parents James and Anna (Reidy) O’Brien. Mary is survived by her brother Thomas and sister Barbara (Joseph) Minatel as well as many nieces and nephews. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, James, Robert, Jack, Michael...

Dorothy D. Krafinski

Dorothy D. Krafinski

May 16, 2026

Dorothy Diane Krafinski passed away on May 16th 2026 at home with her family. 

She was the daughter of Arthur and Jacqueline Homan. She was born in Muskegon Michigan on Oct 9th,1950. After graduating high school she moved to El Paso, Texas with her parents and brothers. There she married an army officer and had two wonderful children, Peter and Kimberly. 

Surviving...

William Lee Mullen

William Lee Mullen

May 16, 2026

William Lee Mullen, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at his home in Whitestown, IN, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on May 1, 1940, in Indianapolis, Bill’s life was marked by dedication, humor, and warmth that touched all who knew him.

A proud alumnus of Broad Ripple High School and Purdue University, Bill forged a...

Pamela "Pam" Sue Jennings

Pamela "Pam" Sue Jennings

May 16, 2026

Pamela Sue Jennings (Daudy) passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2026, at home surrounded by family.

She was born in Indianapolis on March 11th, 1952, the fifth of Marion and Lucille Daudy’s nine children. That birth order was appropriate, as she became the centerpiece of her siblings in so many ways as they aged.

Pam attended George Washington High School (Indianapolis) and...

Mitchell Edward Marlow

Mitchell Edward Marlow

May 15, 2026

Mitchell Edward Marlow, 61, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on May 15, 2026, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Mitch was born on December 27, 1964 to Marjorie Wright and Edward Marlow, in Muncie, Indiana. In addition to his parents, Mitch is survived by his wife of twenty-two years, Allison Marlow, son Mitchell Marlow, step-daughter Aileen Eck, grandchild Harper...

Peggy Gene Brown

Peggy Gene Brown

May 15, 2026

Peggy Gene Brown, 84, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Peggy was born on December 15, 1941, in Danville, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Joseph C. Brown, with whom she built a life centered around family, laughter, resilience, and love.

She is survived by her three children, Jeffery (Annie) Brown, Darin...

Debra A. Guinn

Debra A. Guinn

May 15, 2026

Debra A. Guinn, 75, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on May 15, 2026, with her family at her side. She was born on May 1, 1951, in Hammond, Indiana, to the late Clarence and Elizabeth McDillon and spent the majority of her life in northwest Indiana only moving to the Indianapolis area to be closer to her grandson.

She was known...

Linda Games Boulanger

Linda Games Boulanger

May 15, 2026

Linda Dee Games Boulanger, 79, of Sun City Center, Florida, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on March 14, 1947, in North Vernon, Indiana and raised by her parents, Randall and Frances (Smith) White.

Linda started her career as a licensed beautician, later receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Education at Ohio Dominican, graduating Summa...

Ellajean Denham Jones

Ellajean Denham Jones

May 15, 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana – Ellajean Denham Jones, 89, passed away peacefully after being comforted by family and friends, on May 15, 2026, just shy of her 90th birthday. Her faith, her passion for music, and her love for her family will be deeply missed.

Ellajean was born on May 23, 1936, to parents Thomas & Lorraine (Loux) Denham in Indianapolis, Indiana. A...

Dr. Glenn "Ed" Cummins

Dr. Glenn "Ed" Cummins

May 15, 2026

Dr. Glenn “Ed” Cummins, 83, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026.

Born on June 13, 1942, in Vincennes, Indiana, Ed was the first child of the late Glenn Woodrow Cummins and Rosemary (Burns) Cummins. A devoted son and brother, he was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, John Patrick Cummins.

As a child, Ed developed...

Teresa "Terry" Gail Barrett

Teresa "Terry" Gail Barrett

May 15, 2026

Teresa “Terry” Gail Craig Barrett, 72, passed away on May 15, 2026.

She was born May 10, 1954, to Harvey and Frances Craig and grew up on the Eastside of Indianapolis. Terry loved Girl Scouts, earning her First-Class ranking (equal to an Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts), camping and as she got older, babysitting.

She graduated from Arlington High School in 1972...

Amy Sue Peterson

Amy Sue Peterson

May 15, 2026

Amy Sue Cunningham Peterson, 51, passed away May 15, 2026, at home in Westfield, surrounded by her family.

Amy was born on December 3, 1974, to William and Janet (Hunsucker) Cunningham. In sixth grade, Amy won the Decatur Township spelling bee. Amy graduated from Decatur Central in 1993. In high school, Amy played varsity basketball for all four years. She was...

John Thomas Howell

John Thomas Howell

May 15, 2026

John Thomas Howell of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away May 15, 2026, at 63 years of age. He was the son of the late John Bruce and Donna Jean (Gootee) Howell. He was born in Seymour, Indiana on February 6, 1963. John served as a Deputy Sheriff for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office for 27 years with prior service with the...

Darrin Jay Buffington

Darrin Jay Buffington

May 14, 2026

Darrin Jay Buffington, 55, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on May 14, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1970, in Paoli, Indiana, to parents, Terry and Wanda (Emmons) Buffington.

Darrin lived a life defined by curiosity, generosity and a boundless love for the people around him. His love for his family and friends was profound and unwavering. He cherished his...

Tony Ray Shelton, Sr.

Tony Ray Shelton, Sr.

May 14, 2026

Tony Ray Shelton, Sr., born on August 19, 1945, in Kentucky, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. A kind-hearted man devoted to his family and community, Tony lived a life marked by dedication, craftsmanship, and service.

Tony’s journey was defined by his commitment to hard work and helping others. After serving four years in the United States...

Deleana Anne Smith

Deleana Anne Smith

May 14, 2026

Deleana Anne Smith, age 84 of Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 14, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Deleana was born on April 28, 1942 in Pennington Gap, Virginia. 

After graduating high school in 1960, she moved to Indianapolis. 

She married Loren Smith on July 11, 1964 in Indianapolis, IN. She is survived by her loving husband of 61...

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