Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
William Lee Shoulders
Dec 22, 2023
William Lee Shoulders was born on May 14, 1931, the first-born son of
sharecroppers in Gallatin, Tennessee. Depression-era Gallatin was hilly farmland
occupied by barns, cattle, one room homes and anything you could grow out of
the soil. Bill had three brothers: Ray, Wayne, Bobby, and a sister: Marjorie. Being
a sharecropper’s kid was a hard life with a...
Stephen Ray Scott
Dec 22, 2023
Stephen Ray Scott, 62, passed away on December 22, 2023 at Greenfield Healthcare Center. He was born in Greenfield, IN to David H. and Eileen E. (nee Griffith) Scott on September 8, 1961.
Stephen was a 1980 graduate of Greenwood High School, where he was the school photographer and member of the football team. His love for...
Mary Esther McCleese
Dec 21, 2023
Fishers, Indiana – Mary Esther McCleese, 87, passed away on December 21, 2023. Mary Esther was born to Clarence G. and Jennie (Cleland) Lee on October 3, 1936, in Muskegon, Michigan.
Mary Esther worked for many years at AT&T in administration until her eventual retirement.
Mary Esther was fond of her walks, playing Euchre with friends, and spending time in...
Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Kiwak
Dec 21, 2023
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Kiwak, 82 of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on December 21, 2023 after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Betty, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana was a graduate of George Washington High School and Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana with a Bachelor and Master degrees in education.
Betty never met a stranger, loved to travel and loved her family....
Nodia Geneva Jumpp
Dec 21, 2023
Nodia Geneva (Anderson) Jumpp, 103, passed away December 21, 2023 surrounded by family and other loved ones. Nodia was born July 6, 1920, in Crystal Lake, Iowa to the late Paul and Laura Margaret Anderson.
She graduated high school and started nursing school from which she graduated in 1942 as a Registered Nurse. Being a patriot, she joined the US...
Vernie Lawson
Dec 21, 2023
Vernie Lawson, a remarkable woman, devoted mother, adoring grandmother, and nurturing caretaker, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023, surrounding by her loving family. Her departure leaves a void in our hearts, but her legacy of love and compassion will forever endure.
Born on August 19, 1932 to Ova and Manilla Stephens. She grew up in Scott County...
Lucille Phillips
Dec 21, 2023
Lucille “Lucy” Phillips, age 92 of Greenwood, Indiana passed away on Thursday night, December 21, 2023.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Flanner Buchanan Washington Park East Funeral Center, located at 10722 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229.
Her funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM.
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Gladys Evelyn Young
Dec 20, 2023
In Loving Memory of Gladys Evelyn Young
Gladys Evelyn Young celebrated her 99th birthday on December 13, 2023, and peacefully passed away one week later. Born in 1924 to Dessie and William Starkey, she was one of five siblings and proudly graduated from Pike High School. Throughout her life, she exemplified the values of compassion, dedication, and selflessness.
A resident of New...
Edgar A. Evans
Dec 20, 2023
Edgar A. Evans, 76, of Davenport, FL, passed away on December 20, 2023. He was born to Carl and Georgia Evans in Kodak, KY on May 30,1947. He graduated from Kokomo High School in 1964, after which he enlisted in the Army at the age of 17. He served faithfully for 3 years and was honorably discharged on August 11,...
Joan M. Runnels
Dec 20, 2023
Joan Marie (Braun) Runnels, age 93, passed away on December 20 in Indianapolis. She was born to Joseph and Ella Braun in Chicago--a city she loved--and she conveyed a sense of street smarts and wit throughout her life. In early adulthood, she married Charles Runnels and with him raised three children who survived her: Duane (Beverly), Debra (Roger), and...
Linda J. Glaze
Dec 20, 2023
Linda Jean Glaze, 80, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, with love of her family surrounding her.
Linda was born in Muncie, Indiana on November 14, 1943, to Merrell “Bud” and Marian Ashton.
She was a devoted mother to her sons and Mammaw to her five grandkids. Linda had a passion for crafting, painting, and making her famous...
Virginia "Joyce" Williams
Dec 20, 2023
Virginia Joyce (Fulk) Williams, CPA
Joyce was born March 29, 1932 on the family farm near Coal City, IN; the daughter of Warren G. Fulk and Grace M. (Joyce) Fulk. The family moved to Washington, IN when Joyce was a child. She graduated from Washington High School in 1950, and later graduated from IUPUI in 1976.
Joyce married...
Daniel Franzman
Dec 20, 2023
Daniel Franzman, 89 of Carmel, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Dan was born September 19, 1934 in Evansville, IN to the late Alvin and Helen Franzman. He was a veteran of the United States marine Corps.
Dan was a graduate of Purdue University and was an active member of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity and the Purdue Alumni Association....
Donald (Donnie) Harris, Jr.
Dec 19, 2023
Donald (Donnie) Harris, Jr. died December 19th, 2023, in Indianapolis a few days before his 58th birthday. Donnie was born December 28, 1965, the only child to Donald, Sr. and Lucille Harris, originally from Jamaica.
When he was young, Donnie’s mother called him “Don Don” and gave him his first basketball. Donnie grew up in the Butler-Tarkington area going to...
Donald F. Sapecky
Dec 19, 2023
Donald F. Sapecky, 86 of Carmel, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Don was born May 20, 1937 in Buffalo, NY to the late Francis and Nadine Sapecky. He was a US Army veteran and a graduate of Canisius College in Buffalo.
Don was a food broker with Loblaw Foods while in Buffalo NY, National Tea after moving the family...
Charlene Marie McNeeley
Dec 19, 2023
Charlene Marie McNeeley passed away on December 19, 2023 in Estero, Florida. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Robert McNeeley, her daughter Barbara McNeeley Cardella, son-in-law Michael David Cardella and sisters Mary Jane Schloot and Nancy Lennert. Charlene was one of 5 sisters and was born in Indianapolis on November 12, 1947. She graduated from St. Agnes...
John S. Dillon
Dec 19, 2023
John S. Dillon of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away at home on December 19, 2023. He was born to Michelle E. Proffitt and Steven A. Dillon on January 19, 1983.
He is survived by his parents, as well as his step-parents, Amanda and Dave, and his brothers, Michael, David, and Matthew of Carmel.
John cherished his family and his dog, Doc,...
Corrinna Leeann Miller
Dec 19, 2023
Corrinna Leeann Miller 52 of Freetown, Indiana has passed away on December 19, 2023. She was born on April 22, 1971, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Milfred and Nancy (Gray) Traylor. Corrinna was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, daughter-in-law and was also the Co-Owner of Light House Remodeling and Miller Rental Group. Her children and granddaughter were her...
Wilma Morris
Dec 19, 2023
Greenfield, Indiana – Wilma Sonya Morris, 88, passed away after being comforted by her family and friends on December 19, 2023. She was born to Bernard and Lillian (Hayden) Gilson, on September 5, 1935, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Wilma was an outgoing and gregarious woman with an infectious laugh. She grew up in Celestine, Dubois County, and was raised by her...
