Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Judy Karen Jones
Oct 5, 2023
Judy was born November 20, 1948 to Hollis I and Rachel Willis-Ford in Indianapolis, Indiana. Judy gained her angel wings on October 5, 2023
Judy leaves to cherish her memory: husband, Cecil O. Jones, Jr; two (2) sons Timothy Alan Jones, Jr. (Sarita), Thomas Louis Jones. Step-daughter, Angela Cross; six (6) Grandchildren: Thomas Mumford-Jones, Tyree Jones, Kelly Jones, Timothy “TJ”...
Edward Lee Rutledge
Oct 5, 2023
Edward Lee Rutledge, 87 of Indianapolis, Indiana., passed away on October 5., 2023 at Life's Journey of Avon Hospice. Edward was born June 10, 1936, in Crawfordsville, Indiana as the son of Harold and Thelma Kirk Rutledge.
Ed enjoyed square dancing where he met his late wife, Vivian. He also enjoyed fishing, traveling, volunteering at the library and the Senior...
Gerald H. Niehaus
Oct 5, 2023
Gerald “Dutch” Niehaus, 83, died on October 5, 2023 from colon cancer. Gerald blessed his mom and dad, Adolph and Susie Niehaus, on Mother’s Day (May 11) in 1940. He had the best garden around and shared the fruits of his labor with many friends and family including offering his expert advice on how to plant a garden. He...
Patricia Mae Arnold
Oct 5, 2023
Patricia Mae Arnold, age 78 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Thursday morning, October 5, 2023.
Pat was born on October 11, 1944 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of Otis Oliver and Velva Mae (Runyan) Cloud.
She married William “Bill” Arnold on February 12, 1984 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is survived by her husband Bill Arnold of Indianapolis,...
Jacqueline Ilene Holder
Oct 5, 2023
Jacqueline Ilene Holder was born May 4, 1936 on Indianapolis Avenue in Indianapolis, Indiana.
She was the elder daughter of Henry and Ruth Cole Holder, who preceded her death.
Jackie graduated from Indiana University and was a life member of the Alumni Club. She also was a charter member of the Neal-Marshall Club of Indiana University. She taught...
Debbie Cobb Schmidt
Oct 4, 2023
Debbie Cobb Schmidt, 70, passed away on October 4, 2023, at her home in Indianapolis. Born on April 24, 1953, in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of Garrett Cobb and Frances (Thompson) Cobb. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will be treasured by her family and friends.
Debbie was raised in Beech Grove, Indiana. She...
Catherine "Cathy" A. Bradshaw
Oct 4, 2023
Catherine "Cathy" Alice Bradshaw, a devoted wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2023, in Carmel, Indiana. She was born on October 2, 1952, in Newark, New Jersey. Cathy's warm and kind-hearted personality touched the lives of all who knew her.Cathy found immense joy in hosting and taking care of others. She enjoyed cooking, party planning...
Max K Kelly
Oct 3, 2023
Max K. Kelly, passed away on October 3, 2023, at the age of 83. Max was born in Indianapolis, IN on September 22, 1940, to parents, Donald and Mabel E. (Lipp) Kelly. He graduated from George Washington High School and worked in customer service with Peerless Pump, during his career. Max was dedicated to his wife, family and above...
Terry N. Ehman
Oct 3, 2023
Terry Neal Ehman, 74, passed away surrounded by family October 3, 2023, in Whitestown. He was born September 4, 1949, in Noblesville to Charles Ernest & Lauretta (Stottlemyer) Ehman.
Terry is survived by his wife of 27 years Pam Ehman, his sister Nila (Dan) Armstrong, nieces Susan Ehman and Sonda (Brad) Lee, and a great-niece and a great-nephew.
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Helen Elizabeth Tridle
Oct 2, 2023
Helen Elizabeth Tridle, 76, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023. She was born and grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. Helen was born on February 10, 1947, to William J. Walker and Martha Jean Walker (Young). Helen resided with her husband Vernon Tridle on Indy’s Southwest side for 42 years until his death in 2019.
Helen worked for Simon Property Group for...
Julia A. Whitley
Oct 2, 2023
Julia A. Whitley, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on October 2, 2023. She was born on August 31, 1955, in Indianapolis, to the late Frank and Betty Rabb.
Julia graduated from Ladywood – St. Agnes in 1974. She then followed up her education with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Indianapolis. She was a dedicated student throughout...
Ruthy S Clyngenpeel
Oct 2, 2023
Ruthy Mae Shoulders Clyngenpeel, age 86, of Indianapolis, passed away while in hospice care on October 2, 2023, after suffering from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. Ruthy was born in Boxville, Kentucky, on August 18, 1937, the daughter of the late Stanley and Naomi (Liggett) Shoulders. She had five sisters and one brother – Mary Jeanette Shoulders (deceased), Gwendolyn Clearwater, Joretta...
Joseph "Pat" Corliss
Oct 2, 2023
Joseph Patrick Corliss 83, passed away on October 2, 2023. He was born on August 16, 1940, to the late Joseph Eugene Corliss and Alma Edith (Giesking) Corliss. Joseph was a loving and caring son, brother, and uncle. He is survived by his sister Donna Corliss; several nieces and nephews; friends Reba Howard and Tom Phillips. He was preceded...
Barbara D. Freund Clark
Oct 2, 2023
Barbara D. Freund Clark 87 of Avon, Indiana passed away unexpectedly October 2, 2023. She was born on November 29, 1935, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Wade Stiles and Fern Stiles. Barbara served as a Custodian for the Decatur Township School Systems for several years. She was a faithful member of the Church by the Side of The Road...
Lealon V. Tonkinson
Oct 1, 2023
Lealon V. Tonkinson, 93, passed away October 1st, 2023. He was born March 28th, 1930, to Verde and May (Gabehart) Tonkinson in Clinton, Oklahoma.
Lealon grew up in Anadarko, Oklahoma graduating from Anadarko High School in 1948. The Tonkinson family had claimed a farm in Hinton, Oklahoma during the Oklahoma Run and Lealon spoke often of helping out on the...
Steve Swigonski
Oct 1, 2023
Steve Swigonski, age 95, died peacefully, Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Hoosier Village in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Mary “Jane” Swigonski; his three children Susan Stanley, Nancy Swigonski (Wade Clapp) and Mark Swigonski (Sandy Swigonski); his seven grandsons, Rocky Koch, Quentin Koch, Scott Swigonski, Frank Swigonski, Luke Clapp, Steven Clapp, Spencer Clapp;...
Gene Huskey, Jr.
Oct 1, 2023
Gene Huskey, Jr., 80, of Parma, Ohio, passed away on October 1, 2023. He was born on June 6, 1943, in McGee, Arkansas, to parents, Gene Huskey and Marie (Calhoun) Huskey.
In 1964, Gene dedicated himself to serving his country by joining the United States Army. His military service was a testament to his patriotism and unwavering commitment to protecting...
Norma L. "Louise" Wagner
Sep 30, 2023
Norma L. “Louise” Wagner, 88 of Carmel, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023. Louise was born September 4, 1935 in Dearborn County, Indiana to the late Aaron and Sylvania Messer. She attended school in Napoleon, Indiana, where she graduated.
Louise attended Holy Spirit Catholic Church and later Our Lady of Greenwood Catholic Church. Louise loved cooking, gardening, spending time...
Andrew "Andy" Joseph Blanton
Sep 30, 2023
Andrew Joseph Blanton, 34, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on September 30, 2023. He was born on December 2, 1988, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, Edward Joseph Blanton and Theresa L. Harding. He was a gifted artist with an undeniable passion for drawing. Andy's artistic talent was evident in every stroke of his pencil. His work had the power to...
