Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Shari Marie Black
Feb 28, 2026
Shari Marie Black, 75, of Whitestown, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, after a 3½-month battle with leukemia.
Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, Shari grew up in Whiteland and graduated from Whiteland High School in 1968. She was the beloved daughter of Charles and Lorena Black, who preceded her in death, along with her sisters Carol and Jan and her...
Vivian W. Isenhower
Feb 28, 2026
Vivian W. Isenhower
It is with a profound sense of love and gratitude that we announce the passing of Vivian Isenhower, who peacefully departed this world on February 28, 2026, at the age of 96. Vivian was born on September 15, 1929, to parents Charles Perry Mercer and Ida "Sue" Waive (Lewis) Mercer in Gentryville, Missouri.
Vivian was a dedicated woman in...
Cathy Sue Mudd
Feb 28, 2026
Cathy Sue (Reynolds) Mudd, 71 of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, February 28, 2026.
She was born on January 9, 1955 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to William Beecher and Helen Marie (King) Reynolds.
Cathy was the oldest of 7 children: Gary Reynolds, Debbie Lynch, Larry Reynolds, Jerry Reynolds, Anna Anderson-Curry and Orlena Hager.
She married Sammie Dale Mudd on August 27, 1983...
Arlene Lindsay Hussung
Feb 27, 2026
Arlene Lindsay Hussung, 77, of Whitestown, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. She was born in Pennington Gap, Virginia, on December 19/20, 1948, to Inez Carter and Robert Lindsay. Arlene graduated from Sheridan High School and went on to dedicate 40 years of service to Dart Controls, where she served as Director of Purchasing before retiring.
Arlene married the love...
David Edward Cook
Feb 27, 2026
David E. Cook of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at age 84 at Life’s Journey Hospice of Avon on February 27th, 2026. His devoted sisters were at his side.
David was born to Edward and Edith (Lantz) Cook in Indianapolis on January 30th, 1942. He will be greatly missed by his family. Survivors include his two sisters: Marsha Edwards, with whom he...
Sheila Marie LeHew Hudgins
Feb 27, 2026
Sheila Marie LeHew Hudgins
76 of Batesville, Indiana, passed away on February 27, 2026. Sheila was born on August 3, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Ralph and Molly LeHew. She was graduate of Ben Davis High School. She was retired from Addison-Wesly Publishing Company and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
She was preceded in death by her sister Maureen LeHew and...
Roland John Mross
Feb 26, 2026
Our Savior Jesus Christ destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember through Thanksgiving what God has done through his servant, Roland.
Roland John Mross was given life by his creator and was born on February 8, 1935, in Racine, Wisconsin, the child of Helene (Porter) and Ernest Mross. He received the gift of...
Thomas "Tom" Lee Casburn
Feb 26, 2026
Thomas Lee Casburn, 76, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 26, 2026. He was born on February 18, 1950, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, to parents Richard “Buck” Wendell Casburn and Elizabeth “Betty” Ellen (Archer) Casburn.
Tom grew up in Mt. Carmel, Illinois the second eldest of four brothers. The stories of these brothers are infamous throughout town, and chances are...
Sandra Jean Smith
Feb 26, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our mom, grandma and GG, Sandra J. Smith. She died on February 26, 2026, after a lengthy battle with dementia.
She was born in Washington, Indiana. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington for three years prior to getting married.
During her work life, Sandra worked at Allstate Insurance for 32 years. She started as...
Karen Ann Clark
Feb 26, 2026
Karen A. Clark passed away February 26, 2026, at home in Carmel, Indiana with family by her side. Karen was born on January 21, 1946, in Menominee, Michigan, the daughter of Ruth E. and Arnold M. Johnson, who proceeded her in death. Karen is survived by her husband of 57 years, Thomas; daughter, Heather A. Davis of Carmel, and son...
Marva J. White
Feb 25, 2026
Song of Life
Marva June White, affectionately known as “Junie” by family, was born and raised in the “Martindale/Brightwood” area. Marva was born on June 15th, 1942, to Cecil Leo Buckner and Dorothy Ruth Adams Buckner, and was the seventh of eleven siblings. In her early years, the family attended St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Indianapolis. She was educated in...
Barbara Jean McCarthy
Feb 25, 2026
Barbara Jean Ashmore McCarthy
Barbara Jean Ashmore McCarthy, born Saturday, November 20, 1937, in Indianapolis, Indiana, was the beloved daughter of Harry Ashmore and Eleanora Ashmore. She was the youngest of three children and was preceded in death by her brother Howard Ashmore and Dottie and is survived by her brother Robert Ashmore and wife Patricia Ashmore.
Barbara was raised in a...
Ace Franklin Warman-Churchill
Feb 25, 2026
Ace Franklin Warman-Churchill, 9 days young, left this world far too soon on February 25, 2026. Ace was born on February 16, 2026, to his loving parents, Charles Churchill and Lauren Warman. Although Ace’s life was brief here on this earth, his preciousness left an everlasting mark on everyone’s heart.
He was welcomed to the world on February 16, 2026, at...
Paula Marie Wessling
Feb 25, 2026
Paula Marie Wessling, 74, of Boggstown, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on February 25, 2026. Paula was born on November 21, 1951, to Paul Barnes and Margie Clark.
Paula lived her life with energy, joy and an adventurous spirit. She loved line dancing and rarely missed a chance to step onto the floor when the music...
Emily Paige Bookout
Feb 24, 2026
Emily Paige Bookout, 31, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Sheridan, Indiana. She was born on December 21, 1994, in Georgia, to the late David and Kimberley Harmon.
Emily brightened the lives of those around her with her happy and bubbly personality. She was outgoing and truly never met a stranger. Her infectious laughter could fill up a room.
Emily had...
Rev. Thomas Paino, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
The Rev. Thomas Paino Jr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Born July 15, 1924, in Indianapolis, IN to Rev. Thomas Sr. and Lyda Paino, the second of eight children. At 101 years old, his was a long life of faith, integrity, and compassion. He graduated from George Washington High School (Indianapolis, IN) in 1941, Central Bible Institute...
Elginia Jackson
Feb 24, 2026
Ethel Elginia Jackson, known affectionately by all as Elginia, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. She was 81 years old. Born on October 18, 1944, in the quiet town of Lookout, West Virginia, Elginia was the daughter of the late Paul and Zelma Richmond. Her journey from the hills of West Virginia to the heart of her family in...
Martinia Ann Burdine
Feb 24, 2026
Martinia Ann Burdine, age 77 of Camby, Indiana passed away on Tuesday morning, February 24, 2026.
She was born on November 22, 1948 in Indianapolis, a daughter of Kenneth and Helen (Plake) Griggs. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Martinia was one of five children: Donnie, Sharon, Patti, Martinia and Daun.
Martinia is preceded in death by her siblings: Donnie, Sharon...
Karen E. Field
Feb 23, 2026
Karen Ellen (Hollis) Field was born in Akron, OH on July 13, 1932. She died on February 23, 2026, in Fishers, IN.
Karen married Thomas Field in 1951 and was a devoted wife and mother to three children - Cecelie, Ken, and Kevin. After the kids entered school, she began taking night classes at Butler University and graduated with a degree...
