Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Gladys Marie South
Jan 22, 2026
Gladys Marie South, lovingly known to many as “Happy Tail,” passed away peacefully at her home in Lebanon, Indiana, on January 22, 2026, at the age of 87.
Gladys was born on May 21, 1938, in Climax, Georgia, the daughter of the late Rev. Stephen Mihlfeld and Mary Edna Mihlfeld. From an early age, she carried with her a strong sense...
Carden Rothbauer
Jan 21, 2026
Carden Rothbauer of Carmel, IN, passed away on January 21, 2026, at the age of 15. He was born in Colorado Springs, CO, on April 30, 2010.
It is with a brokenhearted, soul shredded spirit that I share the passing of my one and only beloved son, Carden Rothbauer, a sophomore at Carmel High School.
Carden had a funny quick wit and...
John Michael Mills
Jan 21, 2026
John Michael Mills, 45, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on January 21, 2026, from heart failure. Known to many simply as “John Michael,” he will be remembered for his quiet demeanor, his generous spirit, and the deep care he showed to those closest to him. Born on June 25, 1980, in Indianapolis, John was the beloved son of John...
Jean D. Marsee
Jan 21, 2026
Jean D. Marsee of Indianapolis, Indiana formerly of Elizabethtown, Kentucky passed away January 21, 2026, at 93 years of age. She was born June 27, 1932, in Bowling Green, Kentucky to the late George B. and Catherine C. (Spugnardi) Donnelly. Jean worked for many years as a Secretary for an Insurance Company. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic...
Richard Leon Rasdell
Jan 21, 2026
RICHARD LEON RASDELL (Dickie), was born January 23, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was the son of Robert Earl and Georgia Mae Rasdell. Richard was the only son born into a loving family which included 4 sisters. His parents and sister Phyllis Wesley preceded him in death.
In 2002, he was united in Holy Matrimony to Ms. Brenda Rogers Dickey Brown....
Richard Joseph Newlin
Jan 20, 2026
Richard Joseph Newlin, 52 of Indianapolis, was one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. Known for his sense of humor and selfless nature, his laugh was infectious and his willingness to be present was unrivaled.
Born May 29, 1973, Rick was a veteran of the Air Force reserves, was a long-time truck driver, a motorcycle enthusiast, and an...
Kathryn Sue Astrike
Jan 20, 2026
Kathryn Sue Astrike, age 78, passed away peacefully with her family by her bedside on January 20, 2026 in Noblesville, Indiana. She was born on March 21, 1947 in Milan, Indiana to Roy and Marjorie Conaway, both of whom preceded her in death. She has a younger brother Ron Conaway presently living in Martinsville. Kathy spent her formative years in...
Jose Alfredo Sanchez
Jan 19, 2026
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Jose Alfredo Sanchez Ponce De Leon, 67, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on May 24, 1958, in Mexico City, Mexico, Alfredo lived a life defined by dedication, craftsmanship, and quiet generosity.
Alfredo received his education at Escuela Técnica Industrial in Mexico City, where he trained as an electrician. However, it was...
Regina Trussell Vuskovich
Jan 19, 2026
Regina “Gina” Vuskovich, 65, of Zionsville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. A devoted wife, mother, sister, Gina will be remembered as the life of the party, and for her generous spirit, warmth, and incredible style.
Born on March 2, 1960, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Gina was the beloved daughter of the late Patricia and...
Doug H. Paff
Jan 19, 2026
Doug H. Paff, a beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Indianapolis, where he was born on May 31, 1962. He leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Doug dedicated many years of his life as a sales associate for Walmart, where...
Donald Joe James
Jan 18, 2026
Wilkinson, Indiana – Donald Joe James, 85, passed away while being comforted by his family on January 18, 2026. A quiet man who was devoted to his family and wife, his steady presence will be forever missed by those who knew him.
Don was born in Hartford City, Indiana, on March 8, 1940, to parents Homer Wesley & Audrey (Ketterman) James....
Carolyn Helena Smith
Jan 18, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana – Carolyn Helena Smith, 91, passed away after being comforted by her family on January 18, 2026. Her spirit, her faith, and most importantly her love will be forever missed by all who knew her.
Carolyn was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on August 7, 1934, to parents Paul E. and Mary M. (Ritter) Rathz. Carolyn worked for a few...
Carolyn Lee Harp
Jan 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Lee Harp, 84, on January 18, 2026. Carolyn was born on October 13, 1941, to parents Lloyd G. Harp and Mattie L. Harp (Miles) in Indianapolis, Indiana.
A woman of God, Carolyn was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. She was a profoundly devoted and a sweet-natured woman. Her...
Cindy Jean Morris
Jan 17, 2026
Cindy Jean Morris came into this world on March 12, 1958 to the joy of her parents Leslie & Ordena Stover. The world lost a force to be reckoned with when the Lord called her home on January 17th, 2026 at 1:40 pm. A moment in time that her family will never forget. She was the 2nd oldest of Les...
John Kingsley Edwards
Jan 17, 2026
John K. Edwards passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, just shy of his 97th birthday. He was a resident of Compass Park Assisted Living in Franklin, IN, and a former resident of New Palestine, IN.
John left this world for his heavenly home exactly 53 years after he was baptized, having entrusted his life to his Lord and Savior Jesus...
David Barry Ogden
Jan 17, 2026
David Barry Ogden, age 80, passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on January 17, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on October 16, 1945, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Richard and Isabel Ogden, both of whom preceded him in death.
David spent his formative years in Millington, Tennessee, where he developed a lifelong love of the outdoors...
Donis J. Long
Jan 17, 2026
Donis J. Long, 92 of Speedway, passed away January 17, 2026, with her devoted family at her side. She was born in Illinois to Ermil and Doris Haydock, but was raised in Greenfield, Indiana. After graduating from Greenfield H.S., Donis then went on to nursing school in 1953 at Methodist Hospital. She practiced nursing there and at VA Hospital until...
Maurice Zeps
Jan 16, 2026
Maurice Zeps, 88, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was born in 1937, in Daugavpils, Latvia. Maurice emigrated to the United States in 1949. He was a four-year veteran of the United States Air Force, a Purdue University graduate, and a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. In 1992, he retired from Allison (a...
Casper Lee Brown
Jan 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Casper Lee Brown, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world on January 16, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on August 28, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Casper's journey through life was marked by love, devotion, and an unwavering commitment to family and community.
Casper...
Betty Jane Shalter
Jan 16, 2026
Betty Jane Shalter, age 99, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, January 16, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Betty was born on October 10, 1926, in Reading, Pennsylvania. She grew up in Reading and graduated from Wyomissing High School. She later attended Pennsylvania State University, graduated in 1948 with a degree in dietetics – a profession that would shape her life’s work...
