Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Mar 24, 2023

Mar 24, 2023

Thomas R Briggs 84 of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on March 24th, 2023. Thomas leaves behind 3 children, Daniel Briggs, Amy Miller and Karen Cline. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, a brother and sister. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Briggs.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2023,...

Mar 23, 2023

Helen R. Spencer, 93, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on March 23, 2023. She was born on October 31, 1929, in Akron, Ohio, to the late John and Susan Wisberger.

With heavy hearts we mourn the loss of a great jokester and wonderful lady.

Helen worked for Eli Lilly for 28 years as a private secretary.

Helen enjoyed traveling with...

Mar 23, 2023

Robert Palmer Little, age 86, of Chapel Hill, NC passed away on March 23. He was born on February 22, 1937 in Indianapolis and was the son of Palmer (Pat) Little and Orleva Rice Little. He is remembered as a loving husband to his wife, Susan, a revered father to his adult children Steven (Lora), Christopher (Marisa) and Jennifer (Fred),...

Mar 23, 2023

Melinda Kay Wheeler,

74, was born on April 3, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Wilfred Bernard “Raymond” Wheeler and the late Mary “Wilma” Lambert Wheeler. Melinda passed away on March 23, 2023, in Brownsburg, Indiana. She was a customs Broker for FedEx Trade Networks.

Melinda was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her brother, William...

Mar 23, 2023

Stephen R. Battreall, age 58, originally of Carmel passed away March 23rd, 2023.  He was born November 18th, 1964 in Kokomo, Indiana to Ruth M. Battreall and the late Robert L. Battreall.  Steve graduated from Carmel High School and DePauw University where he developed his lifelong love of football while excelling as captain of the teams.  Steve graduated with a...

Mar 22, 2023

Zachary “Kenney” Kenney, 31, passed away on March 22, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Kenney was born on June 17, 1991, in Cleveland, Ohio to his parents, Rhonda and Richard Kenney. He traveled frequently while growing up and for work as an adult. In his free time, he loved to be with his friends and making memories.

Kenney is survived by...

Mar 22, 2023

Martha Jean Urban, 92, of Fishers, gained her wings on March 22nd, 2023. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on April 19th, 1930, to Henry and Mary Francis (Emmel) Faulkner.

On September 29th, 1951, she married the love of her life, Stanley Urban Sr. They shared 21 wonderful years together. Stanley passed away in June 1972.

Martha was a devoted...

Mar 22, 2023

THE OBITUARY

Altheria Weir Madry was born on May 19, 1938 to James and Addie Weir in Indianapolis, IN. She was the oldest of eight children. On Wednesday, March 22, at the age of 84, God rolled out His welcome mat and called her to rest in her heavenly home.

Altheria gave her life to Christ at a young age...

Mar 22, 2023

Dianne Elise Aabye Black, born July 2nd, 1935, passed away on March 22nd, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dianne was the beloved youngest daughter of the late Edwin and Genevieve Aabye. She was preceded in death by her sister Nancy Aabye Batey. Dianne was the proud mother of Michael (Cathy) Black of Jasper, Tennessee, and Scott (Lisa) Black of Brownsburg, Indiana....

Mar 22, 2023

Richard Francis Hoff, 90, of Indianapolis, passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.  He was born on October 10, 1932 in New Alsace, IN to the late Francis and Matilda (Hoffbauer) Hoff.

Dick was a 1950 graduate of the ‘original’ Cathedral High School and enlisted in the USAF.  He served honorably during the Korean War and earned his BS from...

Mar 22, 2023

Martha Jane Wood, 104, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.  Jane was born June 30, 1918 in Sheridan, IN to the late William Mack and Josephine Harris Wiles.

Jane worked as a bookkeeper for Wright Coal and Oil for 27 years, retiring in 1983.  She was a very active member of East 91st Street Christian Church...

Mar 22, 2023

Mary E. Pennington 76 of Brownsburg, Indiana passed away March 22, 2023. She was born on December 27, 1946, in Elwood, Indiana to the late Clarence Verle and Florence (Abner) Creamer. Mary served as a Secretary for Entra and various other companies. She had served many years ago as a Girls Scout Leader, her family said she was a great...

Mar 21, 2023

Mar 21, 2023

Diane was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on June 14, 1943 and born into eternal life on March 21, 2023 at the age of 79.

In her youth, Diane loved to read and learn new things.  Being the oldest sibling of four, she often cared for her siblings and realized her calling to teach and care for children.  After graduating with...

Mar 21, 2023

Mar 21, 2023

Madonna Lee Deputy, 81, Avon Indiana, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away March 21, 2023, peacefully at home. Born December 16, 1941, she was the daughter of Jack and Mary Lou Heck. Mary Lou was very involved with Girl Scouts and Madonna became a Girl Scout herself, serving the eastside community first as a scout, then later as a leader for...

Mar 21, 2023

Bradley Owen Brueckmann was born in Indianapolis, IN on April 6, 1962. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 21, 2023.

Brad was preceded in death by his father, F. Robert “Bob” Brueckmann as well as his brother, Douglas, and his sister Dawn. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Laura Macomber Brueckmann; his children Erik...

Mar 21, 2023

Our loving Ronald Francis Andrews passed away on March 21st, 2023, at the age of 70.

Ron was born the 2nd oldest of 16 children to Donald Sr. and Shirley Andrews, on April 21st, 1952. Even though a failing heart took him away from the world, his heart left a beacon of light and love for all of his family,...

Mar 20, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mildred Sebastian Bechtold who passed away March 20, 2023, at her home with her two children by her side. She was 88 years old. Mildred (Mickie) was a devoted wife, mother, proud grandmother and great-grandmother. Mickie touched the lives of so many family and friends.

Mickie was born June...