Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Walter Timothy Pitchford
May 23, 2023
Walter Timothy Pitchford, 78, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 23rd, 2023. Tim was born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 4th, 1944 to the late Walter Thomas Pitchford and Ruth Elizabeth (Cush) Pitchford.
Tim graduated from St. Mary Magdalene Grade School in 1958, Munhall High School in 1962, and St. Vincent college in 1966 with...
Evelyn Marlene Whitaker
May 22, 2023
Evelyn “Marlene” Whitaker, 72, passed away on May 22, 2023.
She was born on May 25, 1950, in Indianapolis to Russell and Evelyn McCarty.
She met the love of her life, Michael and they married on August 15, 1970.
Marlene loved her candy and loved the blue raspberry drinks from McDonalds. She was strong and took over whenever her husband...
Susan Tanner
May 21, 2023
Susan Tanner, 70, passed away May 21, 2023, in Avon, Indiana. She was born November 25, 1952, in Indianapolis to Eugene Sievers & Lois Anne (Goff) Tanner. A memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Flanner Buchanan – Speedway at 2950 N. High School Road in Indianapolis.
Phyllis Rhea Bridges
May 21, 2023
Phyllis Rhea Bridges November 28, 1929 – May 21, 2023
Phyllis Rhea Bridges, 93, of Indianapolis Indiana, passed away on May 21, 2023. She was born on November 28, 1929, in Hays, Kentucky, to parents Roger Edwards and Mable (Jackson) Edwards.
Phyllis is survived by her children, Kerry “Woodie” Bridges (Joyce) and Sandra “Sandy” Riley; grandchildren, Steven, Emily, Robert, Adam,...
Chin Huang
May 20, 2023
Chin Huang, 98, of Carmel passed away May 20, 2023. He was born May 28, 1924, in Zhejiang, China. He married Jing “Nancy” Pien, who preceded him in passing.
He worked and studied independently at a very early age, completed his university studies, and joined an architect firm in Shanghai, China. A few years later, he was invited to Taiwan...
Olga Ruth Chovanec
May 20, 2023
Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Olga.
Olga Ruth (Milan) Chovanec was born in East Chicago, Indiana on December 11, 1927, to parents Joseph and Mary Milan. She received Holy Baptism and the rite of Confirmation at...
David William Parsley
May 19, 2023
David W. Parsley passed into Eternal Life May 19, 2023, at age 81 after a lengthy illness. He was born July 1, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Joseph and Laura Parsley.
David married Sharon Murley April 21, 1990, in Las Vegas. David has two children, Rhonda and Brian. He retired from Navient December 2016.
He was an avid NASCAR fan....
Betty Jean Lawson
May 19, 2023
Betty Jean Lawson, 77 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Friday, May 19th, 2023. Betty was born in Dyersburg, Tennessee on January 20, 1946, to the late Bob McDonald and Mamie (Suttor) McDonald.
She worked for USPS as a manager for over 30 years and later retired. Betty was a member of First United Evangelical Church serving as their treasurer...
Phyllis Jean Griner
May 19, 2023
Phyllis Griner, 87 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Friday, May 19th, 2023.
She is survived by her children Jeffrey Griner, Sharon Griner, Julie (Randy) Anderson, and Sister Vickie Griner; grandson Phillip Anderson; and sister Patricia Bennett.
She is preceded in death by her husband Vernon Griner and son Kevin Griner.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, June...
Lawrence Weinberg
May 19, 2023
Lawrence (‘Larry’) Weinberg, born in Marion, Indiana November 14, 1933, peacefully passed away on May 19, 2023 with his loving family and tremendous caregivers by his side. Larry raised his family in Muncie, Indiana before moving to Indianapolis in 1986.
He is preceded in death by his parents Belle and Jacob Weinberg, his twin brother Ted, and his grandson Max. ...
Dr. Timothy M. Ruff
May 18, 2023
Timothy M. Ruff, Ph.D., (birth name Kenneth Leland Ruff) passed away on May 18, 2023 in Noblesville, Indiana. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Laura Hansen Dean, J.D., Indianapolis, and her siblings, Linda Frary, Nancy Riordan, and Michael Hansen; and greatly loved son and daughter-in-law Joshua and Jamie Ruff and their 3 daughters, Emerson, Monroe, and Jade,...
Lucille "Andrea" E Grant
May 18, 2023
Lucille “Andrea” Elanor Grant, 93, of McCordsville, Indiana passed away on May 18, 2023, in the comfort of her home. She was born in Orange, New Jersey on May 19, 1929, to her parents Howard and Lauretta Nichols. Andrea was one of a kind—wearing many different hats throughout her lifetime. She worked for Western Electric for 32 years and retired...
Virginia M. Albright
May 18, 2023
Virginia “Ginny” (Shelton) Albright, 89, formerly of Indianapolis and Burnsville, North Carolina, passed away on May 18, 2023. She was born in Bee Log, North Carolina on May 21, 1933, and was residing in Ely, Minnesota.
She was never happier than when she was surrounded by her family, including her many beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was always quick...
Larry D. Brune
May 17, 2023
Indianapolis, Indiana – Larry Dean Brune passed away on May 17, 2023. Larry was born to Creth and Mildred Brune in Beech Grove, Indiana, on September 9, 1940. He was 82 years old.
Larry joined the Ford Motor Company right out of high school when he was 18 years old. He worked there for 35 years until his retirement at...
Judith A. Martin
May 17, 2023
76 of Indianapolis passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, surrounded by her loving husband. Judith was born in Urbana, IL on August 9, 1946, to the late James T., Sr., and Rosemary Lou Sullivan.
She worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant with St. Vincent Hospital, Dr. Bertram Roth’s office, Dr. John Mitchelson’s office and Humana Women’s Hospital...
Betty J. Stickle
May 16, 2023
Betty J. Stickle, 95, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on May 16, 2023. She was born on April 15, 1928, in Indianapolis, to the late Ervin and Gladys Knarzer.
Betty graduated from Howe High School in 1946. She was a founding member of the Howe alumni association, attending her last meeting just last week. She was a church secretary at...
Michael Kenneth Briggs
May 16, 2023
Michael Kenneth Briggs of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on May 16, 2023, at the age of 68. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, on November 25, 1954, to parents, Carl and Frances (Lengel) Briggs.
Michael was a Welder/Safety Advisor for Amtrack for several years. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing and sunbathing on the beach. Michael had a witty sense...
James L. Cook
May 16, 2023
James L. Cook, 85, of Noblesville passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He was born on July 7, 1937, in Mason, West Virginia to the late Victor and Mary (Roush) Cook. He married his childhood sweetheart, Joyce L. Byus. She preceded him in passing on August 1, 2019, after 61 years of marriage.
He retired from Civil Service as...
Mary Rose Crowley
May 16, 2023
Mary Rose Crowley, 65, passed away on Tuesday, May 16th. She was born May 25, 1957, in Minneapolis, MN to Neil and Peggy Crowley. She was a life long resident of Indianapolis, IN and graduated from North Central High School in 1976. Mary loved spending time with her family, especially her 16 nieces and nephews and 11 great nieces and...
