Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Barbara Lee Netzke
Jun 6, 2026
Barbara Lee Netzke, age 77 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Saturday night, June 6, 2026.
Barbara was born on January 15, 1949 in Springfield, IL, a daughter of William Harland and Nellie Mae (Ellis) Chappel. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Barbara was the youngest of five children: Opal, William, Clarence, Shirley and Barbara.
She is preceded in death by...
Gayle Ann Parke
Jun 6, 2026
GAYLE ANN PARKE
Gayle was born on February 28, 1942, in Elyria, Ohio to Mack and Jean Salladay. She grew up in Elyria and graduated from Elyria High School in 1960. She then attended Miami University, majoring in Education. After graduation in 1964, and a summer in Europe, Gayle taught World Cultures at Canon-McMillan High School in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
Gayle married Bob,...
Jerry Lee Weddle, Sr.
Jun 6, 2026
Jerry Lee Weddle, Sr., a dedicated heavy equipment operator for 54 years and a man known for his hard work, integrity, and devotion to his family, passed away on June 6, 2026, in Avon, Indiana. Born on January 6, 1943, in Indianapolis, Jerry lived a life marked by commitment and love, both in his professional career and within his family...
Debra Ann Dixon
Jun 6, 2026
Debra Ann "Debe" Dixon passed away on the morning of June 6th. After a hard fought battle with cancer, she decided to go peacefully into the arms of her Lord. Debe is survived by her husband, Thomas “Tom” Dixon; daughter, Courtney Wiser (Justin); grandchildren, Jacob, Ari, and Ben Wiser; mother, Jo Ellen Yerkes; sister, Dina Walsh (Thomas); brother, Donald Yerkes...
Jayne T. Gates
Jun 5, 2026
Jayne T. Gates, 67, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on June 5, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1958, in Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Robert and Mary Jane Topnick.
Jayne attended Hampton High School, where she graduated as valedictorian of her class. She earned a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Pittsburgh where she...
Charles "Jay" Lehr
Jun 5, 2026
It's with great sadness that righthander, Charles "Jay" Lehr was pulled entirely too early from the mound on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 58. Jay coached, instructed and mentored thousands of young baseball players for the past 30 years in Central Indiana, helping many reach their dreams of playing high school, college and major league baseball. He...
James Dee Hunt
Jun 5, 2026
James Dee Hunt
68 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on June 5, 2026. James was born on April 29, 1958 in Beech Grove, Indiana to the late Leon and Ethyl Hunt. He was a retired paper cutter. He was a member of Harvest Time Church. He was preceded in death by his siblings Lewis Richard Jacoby, Myrtle Smith, David Leon Hunt...
Martha Woods Van Winkle
Jun 5, 2026
Martha Jean Van Winkle, 97, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away in her sleep on June 5th in the comfort of her home after a long, fulfilling life.
Born in 1928, Martha went on to attend Butler University, working her way through college, and was a proud member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. After, she entered a two-year program in medical...
Charles Cavendish
Jun 4, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana – Charles C. Cavendish, “Tito”, 43, passed away after being comforted by his family on June 4, 2026. His strong will, his endearing grumpiness, and his love, will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Tito was born on June 7, 1982, to parents Mauricio & Cimberly Ceballos in Indianapolis, Indiana. After a sledding accident left him a...
Lynn Marie Hite
Jun 4, 2026
Lynn Marie Hite (née Viles), 77, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Lynn was born in Tecumseh, Michigan, to Lawrence Viles II and Doris (Viles) Jones and was raised in Dundee, Michigan. She graduated from Dundee High School and attended Monroe County Community College. Throughout her life, she lived...
Robert C. Riddell
Jun 4, 2026
Robert (Bob) Carl Riddell was born at home in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 7, 1932, to Caroline Verbarg Riddell and Homer Pitner Riddell. His older brother Homer Jr. preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Georgeanne (Pud) Varnes Riddell; his children, Bob (Kathy), Jenny, and Scott (Brooke); and his grandchildren, Beth (Chris), Bobby (Chelsey), Katie...
Ralph D. Gardner
Jun 3, 2026
Ralph D. Gardner, 87, of Zionsville, Indiana, passed away on June 3, 2026, after a long illness.
He was born in Gary, Indiana, to the late Ernest and Dorothy Gardner, and was the youngest of 3 children including brother Robert and sister Sally.
Ralph attended Horace Mann High School in Gary with his wife, Mary Alyce. They enjoyed a large circle of...
Judith "Judi" Lynn Woods
Jun 3, 2026
Obituary for Judi Woods
On June 3, 2026, the world lost a remarkable woman when Judi Woods, of Indianapolis, passed away.
Judi was known for her joyful spirit, creative talents, unwavering faith, confidence and persistence. She was a strong woman, embracing life while encouraging and nurturing others with kindness and loyalty. Her presence lifted those around her, and her ability to inspire,...
Carole Virginia Linder
Jun 3, 2026
Carole Virginia (Figg) Linder, age 93, of Indianapolis, passed peacefully during the early morning hours of Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Carole was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on January 16, 1933. She was the daughter of the late George B. and Melba L. (Hail) Figg.
Carole was a loving and supportive mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life....
Donald Roy Byerly
Jun 3, 2026
Donald “Don” Byerly, 66, of Fortville, Indiana, passed away on June 3, 2026. Don was born on October 29, 1959, to John and Margot Byerly and was one of 8 children.
Don was a man who found purpose in staying busy and took great pride in caring for the things and people he loved. His lawn was a source of special...
Kenneth “Butch” Barrow
Jun 2, 2026
Kenneth “Butch” Barrow
Ken Barrow, 80, formerly of Rushville, Indiana passed away on June 2nd, 2026
Born on May 5th, 1946, in Rushville, Indiana, he was the son of Eugene and Annamay (Ward) Barrow. Ken served in Vietnam, and retired as an Army machinist in 2005.
Ken is survived by his sons Ken (Karla) Barrow, Jr. Stephen (Laramie) Barrow, daughter Nikki Maahs, stepsons...
Howard Eugene Holden
Jun 2, 2026
Howard Eugene Holden passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Zionsville, Indiana.
Howard was born in Lakewood, Ohio on March 24, 1941, to Elisha Holden and Helen Holden. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Moore) Holden; son John (Anna) Holden; cherished grandchildren Elizabeth, Abby, and Henry; his sister Doris (Thomas) Hites; and John’s mother Reta (Clemans) Holden. He is...
Nancy Reynolds Sheldon
Jun 2, 2026
Nancy Reynolds Sheldon passed away on June 2, 2026. Nancy was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to John and Dorothy Reynolds. She graduated from Thomas Carr Howe High School. Nancy spent her career working for the Indianapolis Public Library before her retirement.
Nancy and her husband, Bob Sheldon, lived on Sweetwater Lake in Brown County. She enjoyed sewing and cooking. She also loved...
Bobby Gene Hall
Jun 2, 2026
New Palestine, Indiana – Bobby Gene Hall, 81, passed away peacefully while being comforted by his family on June 2, 2026.
Bob was born in Evarts, Kentucky on October 28, 1944, to parents Claude and Pearl Elsie (Ellenberg) Hall. He worked for over 30 years at Kroger’s Indianapolis Bakery in shipping and receiving, relishing the fresh smell of bread every day.
A...
Susan K. Thatcher
Jun 1, 2026
Sue, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at the age of 77.
Born to William H. Stolte and Mary Alice Stolte, Sue was a devoted Christian, she found great joy in her church community and lived her faith through forgiveness and volunteering her time and self in preaching the word of God.
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