Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Steven Parks Schafer
Jan 11, 2026
Steven Parks Schafer, affectionately known as Steve, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 11, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, Shirley Ann Schafer. Born on October 7, 1943, in Indianapolis, IN, Steve led a life rich in service, friendship, and cherished memories.
Steve's career spanned an impressive 40 years at Chrysler...
Marcia Root Jansen
Jan 10, 2026
Marcia Root Jansen died naturally on January 10, 2026. She was known for the quality of her attention to family and friends. In conversation, she was totally present, making others feel seen, and always seeking understanding. She had a finely tuned social conscience. She was happy in her support of the arts. Marcia Root Jansen was age 87.
Marcia was born...
Rita Frances Klug
Jan 10, 2026
Rita Frances Klug, born on March 31, 1927, in Terre Haute, Indiana, entered her eternal rest on January 10, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. A proud alumna of Wiley High School in Terre Haute, Rita graduated on June 9, 1944, and soon after dedicated herself to supporting the war effort during World War II by working at the Terre Haute Ordinance...
Gary Lowe Sr.
Jan 9, 2026
Gary Lowe Sr., 87, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. He was born to George A. and Ruth (McCauley) Lowe and raised in Indianapolis. Gary graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1956 and was a Giant fan throughout his life attending countless sporting events. He was drafted into the Army in 1961 and proudly served as a member...
Austin Wayne Smith
Jan 9, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana – Austin Wayne Smith, 78, passed away on January 9, 2026, to the great sadness of his family. His warmth, his hard-working attitude, and his love for his family will be forever missed.
Austin was born on April 2, 1947, to parents Cecil & Ruth (Gore) Smith in Russellville, Kentucky. The family moved to Indianapolis shortly after Austin’s birth...
John "Jack" T. Clancy
Jan 9, 2026
John “Jack” Thomlinson Clancy, 75, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on January 9, 2026. He was born on March 6, 1950, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Col. John L. Clancy and Gertrude E. Clancy.
As an “army brat” Jack lived all over the US, including 3 years in Japan, before settling in at Ft Ben Harrison, Indianapolis, Indiana.
He graduated...
Carolyn Marie Schultz
Jan 9, 2026
Carolyn Marie Schultz (Tromley), 78, of Avon, Indiana, entered heaven on January 9, 2026. She was born on December 26, 1947, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Christopher and Anne Tromley. One of eleven children, Carolyn dearly loved her siblings. As the second youngest, she spent countless hours babysitting nieces and nephews for her older siblings, forming special bonds that helped shape...
Donald P. Hay, M.D.
Jan 9, 2026
Don was born in Eastchester, NY on January 14th, 1944. He passed away on January 9th, 2026; just 5 days before his 82nd birthday.
He was a loving husband and trusted partner to his wife of 22 years (Sandra Tunis), and devoted father to his children (Joseph Hay and Sarah Gurstelle), and his stepchildren (Jacob Holub, Shoshanah Bruesewitz, John A. McArdle)....
Julian "Sandy" Dale Stegner
Jan 9, 2026
Julian “Sandy” Dale Stegner
Last call! The bus left the terminal, destination heaven bound. Sandy was called home on January 9, 2026. Sandy was husband to Linda Joan Stegner for 64 years. They were married March 19, 1961, in Indianapolis. Sandy was the only child of deceased parents Oliver and Mabel Stegner. He was born November 6, 1939, in Greensburg, Indiana....
Charlene Kay Lawson
Jan 8, 2026
Charlene (Char) Kay Lawson, 90, of Carmel, Indiana, formerly of Coldwater, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Carmel.
Born on October 27, 1935, in Southgate, Kentucky, Char was the daughter of Charles and Mildred Benzing. She graduated from Newport High School in 1953 and married the love of her life, Andrew Jackson “Jack” Lawson, on October 30,...
Dale Robert Cherry
Jan 8, 2026
Dale Robert Cherry, age 63 of Greenfield, IN passed away on Thursday evening, January 8, 2026.
Dale was born on November 19, 1962 in Lebanon, IN, a son of Robert H. Cherry and Vonda C. (Hays) Cherry. He is survived by his mother Vonda C. (husband Lowell) Shelburne of Sheridan, IN.
Dale was the youngest of three children. He is survived by...
James W Evans
Jan 8, 2026
James W. Evans, 57, of New Palestine, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on January 8, 2026. James was born on March 17, 1968, to Wilbert Evans and Brenda Herrington-Evans.
James graduated from Warren Central High school and completed his associates degree at Vincennes University.
James was, above all else, a devoted husband and father who loved his...
Dr. William Robert Storer, Jr.
Jan 8, 2026
In Memory of Dr. William Robert Storer, Jr.
If you ever wanted to know where to find a good milkshake from Indianapolis to Pequot Lakes, MN, Bill Storer was your man! From enjoying a DQ cone with his young children before dinner to drinking a thick Freddy’s milkshake during the last week of his life, Bill knew how to enjoy, not...
Donald D. Huff
Jan 8, 2026
Donald D Huff, 85, of New Palestine, IN, passed away Thursday, January 8 at Springhurst Health Center, Greenfield, IN Don was born March 21, 1940, in Trenton, MO to Russell D. and Julia R. Huff.
In his younger years, Don enjoyed working on his cars and racing go carts. He graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in Indianapolis. He had two...
Shelby Lee Orozco
Jan 7, 2026
Shelby Lee McWhirter Orozco of Midland, Texas, formerly from Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly January 7, 2026, at 32 years of age. She was born on September 10, 1993, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Jerry L. and Lynn A. (Stofer) McWhirter. Shelby was a graduate of the class of 2012 from Ben Davis High School where she was on Color Guard,...
Susan L. Mocas
Jan 7, 2026
With a heavy heart, we share the passing of Susan L. Mocas. Susan L. Mocas, of Indianapolis, IN, was born June 05, 1941, to John L. McCord and Eleanor B. McCord. She graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1958 and graduated from Indiana University in 1962. After graduation she raised three children and worked at IBM for 32 years,...
Terry Puckett
Jan 7, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana – Terry Puckett, 63, went home to Christ on January 7, 2026. His kind nature and big heart will be forever missed by those who knew him.
Terry was born on April 14, 1962, to parents Harley & Dollie Marie (Williams) Puckett in Indianapolis, Indiana. A 1980 graduate of Warren Central High School, Terry went into the work force...
Anne Dumas O'Connor
Jan 6, 2026
Anne Dumas O’Connor, 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on January 6, 2026. She was born on November 15, 1937, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, William and Louise (Dumas) O’Connor.
Born with a generous spirit and a lifelong dedication to helping others, Anne built a life defined by compassion, service, and unwavering devotion to the people she cherished.
Anne was a proud...
Albert Chris Thompson
Jan 6, 2026
Albert Chris Thompson, age 32 passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Albert was born on August 13, 1993 in Indianapolis, a son of his father: Albert Contreras and his mother: Tammy Hawblitzel.
Albert is preceded in death by his parents.
Albert is survived by his siblings: Desiree (husband Monroe) Daniels of Indianapolis, Jessica (husband Alec) Bucks of Martinsville, Helen Thompson of Plainfield,...
Jesse Dewitt Farmer
Jan 6, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana - Jesse D. Farmer, 93, known to many as "Sarge" passed away while being comforted by his daughters on January 6, 2026. The loss of Sarge as a father, a mentor, and a friend to so many will be felt by all who knew him.
Sarge was born in Emhouse, Texas to parents Talmadge and Laura Mae (Patrick) on...
