Charles Edward Dawson
Jun 29, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Edward Dawson passed June 29, 2025, in Indianapolis. Born on August 5, 1932, in Columbus, OH, Charlie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unyielding dedication to his country and family.
A proud retired veteran, Charlie joined the United States Army in 1950—shortly after his graduation from Terre Haute Wiley High School—and faithfully served in the Army...
Angela Renay Hayes
2025
Angela Renay “Angie” Hayes, 56, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly. She was born April 1, 1969, in Portsmouth, Virginia to James and Doris (Spence) Covalt. Angie worked numerous jobs but none more important than being a mother. She enjoyed dancing, was a very proficient roller skater (in her younger years), loved her dogs, loved the intrigue and was fascinated...
Gregory J. Poole
Jun 29, 2025
Gregory J. Poole
02/28/1963 – 06/29/2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Gregory Poole, who departed this life on June 29, 2025, at the age of 62. A beloved father, husband, son, brother, uncle and friend—Greg touched the lives of many through his kindness, calm demeanor, and unwavering sense of duty.
Born in Jersey City, NJ, Greg was...
Michael S. Elder
Jun 29, 2025
Michael “Mike” Elder, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away June 29th, 2025. He was born in Indianapolis, January 8th, 1955, to parents Jack Elder and Barbara Bradley.
Mike grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from John Marshall High School.
A very hard worker, Mike drove trucks for Bunzel for many years before retiring. He later worked part time at Elmore’s Gun Shop.
Mike proudly...
George Hackward
Jun 29, 2025
George Hackward, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on June 29, 2025, at age 89.
George was born on a farm near Higbee, Missouri, on March 19, 1936. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Anna Marie (Davis) Hackward, and two older brothers, Thomas Hackward, Jr., and John David Hackward.
George attended Higbee Public School and graduated in 1954. After...
Carol Johnson
Jun 29, 2025
Carol (Depweg) Johnson, 88, passed away on June 29th in Indianapolis, IN. Carol was born in Hamilton, OH on September 16th, 1936 to parents Julia and Leonard Depweg, the sixth of eight children. Carol attended Marian College, where she met the love of her life, Leland “Corky” Johnson. They were married in her hometown on September 5th, 1959, and spent...
John Woodruff
Jun 29, 2025
John Woodruff, 84, of Carmel passed away June 29, 2025. He was born April 4, 1941, in Indianapolis, the son of the late Richard “Mason” and Norma Lucille (Ryan) Woodruff. He met the love of his life, Carole Ann Ahr, in the sixth grade at John Strange Elementary. With their friends, they attended Mrs. Gates Dancing School, where they became...
Teresa Lee Cook
Jun 28, 2025
Teresa Lee Cook, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on June 28, surrounded by her family.
Born on December 21, 1954, in Franklin, Indiana to Kenneth Parker Clark and Norma Lou (Peachee) Clark. Teresa grew up in Whiteland, Indiana where she attended high school and later built a life full of love, learning, and...
Nancy G. Kendall Wynne
Jun 28, 2025
Nancy Kendall Wynne passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 101.
She is survived by her daughters, Paula Kendall Pritchard (Jim) and Allyson Kendall Inglis. Affectionately known as Gammy to her five grandchildren—Matt Pritchard (Megan), Toby Pritchard (Darlene), Chris Pritchard, Kerry Inglis, and Kyle Inglis (Julia)—she was lovingly called Gigi by her six great-grandchildren:...
Jesse Jay Thomas
Jun 28, 2025
Jay Thomas, loving father and devoted husband, was born on July 17th in Emporia Kansas. After graduating from Emporia High School he started college at Emporia State. He transferred to Purdue University where he graduated with degrees in Psychology and Nursing. He became an expert in the field of Nursing Administration and traveled the country working as the Interim Nursing...
Nancy Williamson Forbush
Jun 27, 2025
Nancy Williamson Forbush, 83, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on April 4, 1942, in Los Angeles, California, to the late John and Dorothy Williamson.
Nancy was an only child and was adored by her parents. Nancy was smart and excelled academically and was active in student government in high school.
She continued her education at...
Barbara Joyce Klein
Jun 27, 2025
Barbara Joyce Klein 77 of Indianapolis passed away on June 27, 2025. A service will be held at 2 pm on Monday July 07, 2025, at Floral Park Cemetery in the Mausoleum Chapel.
Barbara was born in Oneida KY on March 31, 2025, but lived most of her life in Indianapolis. She passed from this life on June 27. 2025 in...
Pamela Jo Baugh
Jun 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Pamela Jo Baugh, of Anderson, IN, on June 27, 2025 at the age of 72.
Pam was born on August 8th, in Indianapolis, to Joseph and Ruby Shull. She attended North Central High School where she played flute in the band and met Greg Baugh who wooed...
Gregory George Oveson
Jun 27, 2025
Gregory George Oveson, a devoted patriot, loving husband, proud father and grandfather, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 10, 1935, Gregory lived a full and principled life marked by unwavering service, deep love for family, and remarkable inner strength.
Gregory proudly served in the United States Air Force for 29 years,...
Nancy Bogue
Jun 26, 2025
Shelbyville native, Nancy Bogue, 83, died June 26 at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis.
She was born January 29, 1942. After graduating from Shelbyville High School in 1960, she began working for the Indiana Dept. of Workforce Development. From 1961-62, she attended Ball State University then returned to the Dept. of Workforce Development where she worked in various positions for 43...
Stephen George Thomas
Jun 26, 2025
Stephen George Thomas, age 72, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Franciscan Health Medical Center in Indianapolis, after a courageous battle with complications related to Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Stevie, as he was affectionately known, is survived by his beloved children: son Stephen C. Thomas, daughter Melissa (Matthew) Wood, step-sons Gary (Jesse) and Kevin (Kara) Ringham, and step-daughter Brandi Kidman. He...
Daniel Stewart Brown Jr.
Jun 26, 2025
Daniel Stewart Brown Jr., 66, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away on June 26, 2025. He was born on June 9, 1959, in Abington, Pennsylvania, to parents Daniel S. and Lucille F. Brown.
Daniel received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Bob Jones University, his Master’s in Communication from Miami University of Ohio, and he received his Doctor of Philosophy Degree from...
Richard L. Kirkman
Jun 26, 2025
Richard L. Kirkman, a beloved member of the Indianapolis community, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on August 4, 1942, in Indianapolis, IN, Richard was a man whose kind and generous spirit left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Richard dedicated over 30 years of his life to the Indianapolis Water Company,...
Merle Horton, Jr
Jun 26, 2025
Merle Horton, Jr., a devoted husband, proud father, loyal brother, cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, and faithful friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. A man of deep faith, unwavering work ethic, and quiet strength, Merle’s legacy of love, dedication, and integrity will live on through all who knew and loved him.
Born in Indianapolis to Merle Horton, Sr. and Mervin...
Dominic Xavier Fajardo
Jun 26, 2025
Dominic Fajardo of Carmel, IN, passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 19 from injuries sustained in a car accident. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, on December 31, 2005, to parents, Roman Fajardo and Sarah (Templeton) Tannehill.
Dominic was a lover of all animals, and he initially wanted to become a veterinarian until he learned how much...