Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Jun 25, 2023

Patrick Noel Walsh, loving husband and father of five, passed away on Sunday, June 25th, 2023, at the age of 92.

Pat was born December 7th, 1930, in New York City to Thomas and Kathleen (Hughes) Walsh, both immigrants from County Cork, Ireland.   He was one of only 126 high school seniors in the nation to be awarded the four-year...

Jun 25, 2023

Betty Jean Brown, 84, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on June 25, 2023. She was born on January 18, 1939, in Burkesville, Kentucky, to parents, Marshall Wilson Young and Sally Jewel (King) Young.

Betty loved to travel. Whether it was cross-country with her late husband, Tom, or day trips with a good friend or family member, Betty enjoyed getting out...

Jun 24, 2023

Edith Smit-Roeters passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the age of 89.  Edith was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on September 10, 1933 to parents, Eduard S. and Edith K. (Messmer) Pacejka.  She graduated from high school in the Netherlands and worked in the steno typing pool during her career.  Her greatest and most-loved role, however, was that of...

Jun 24, 2023

Sarah Jane Minnich, 44 of Indianapolis, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Sarah was born December 29, 1978 in Racine, WI. She worked as a server as well as various other positions in the food service industry. She was also a caretaker to a loved one in hospice care, a career she intended...

Jun 23, 2023

Barbara J. Hahn, 84 of Carmel, passed away Friday, June 23, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.  Barbara was born September 26, 1938 in Ashtabula, OH to the late Guy and Ruby Lamb.  She was a graduate of The Ohio State University.

After graduation, Barbara taught school in Columbus, OH, Upper Arlington, OH and Bryn Mawr, PA. She...

Jun 23, 2023

On Friday, June 23, 2023, at age 77, Raymond Edward Bachert, loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Ray was born September 4, 1945, to Ora and Mabel (Schacht) Bachert. In 1968 Ray married Karen (Kerns) Bachert and they raised their three daughters, Michelle (Sam) Schenk, Susan (Brad) Sponhauer...

Jun 23, 2023

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Jun 22, 2023

Terry Craig Barker, 74, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully June 22nd, 2023. He was born in Indianapolis June 14th, 1949, to parents Carl D. and Crystal C. (Day) Barker.

Even as a small boy, Terry was a hard worker.  He had numerous paper routes and earned trips to Niagara Falls and the inauguration of John F. Kennedy.  He graduated from...

Jun 22, 2023

Adeliha Markowitz-Droz, wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, hero, died peacefully in her sleep at home. At 55 years old, she was brought to Heaven, accompanied by angels and reunited with her mother.

When moving to the United States, just before giving birth to her first-born son, Chad, Adeliha was entrepreneurial and created a brand for herself by making and selling...

Jun 21, 2023

Mark D. Fadely: A Life of Passion, Creativity, and Kindness

Mark D. Fadely, age 62, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on June 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Indianapolis on July 15, 1960, Mark lived a life dedicated to his family, and his commitment to the community and was known for his infectious smile and joy for...

Jun 21, 2023

Karen S. Fisher, 70, of Indianapolis, peacefully passed away at her home, Wednesday, June 21st, 2023. She was born August 23rd, 1952, in Indianapolis, where she grew up and resided with her parents Harold and Jenny (Harris) Zweck.

She graduated from Arlington High School and later continued her education at Ball State University.

In June 1972, Karen married the love...

Jun 21, 2023

Jennifer Ann Zervas, 45, of Indianapolis, passed away on June 21, 2023. She was born on August 19, 1977, in Aurora, Illinois, to Ron and Debbie Draper.

Jen was a proud and dedicated nurse, providing excellent care to all of her patients. She loved music and adored nature, often going on nature walks and hikes with her family. Jen enjoyed...

Jun 21, 2023

Donald Lee Burnell, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 21, 2023 with family members by his side. Don has finally joined his Savior in heavenly glory and reunited with his father, mother, and brother!

Born January 2, 1952 to John and Betty Burnell, Donald lived his rambunctious young life in Jolietville, IN. Raised during simpler times with siblings Linda,...

Jun 20, 2023

Jun 20, 2023

James “Jim” Bovis, age 92, beloved husband of Irene (Angnos) Bovis for almost 70 years, and loving father and Papou, passed away peacefully on June 20 in Indianapolis surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, compassion, and unwavering love for his family and friends.

Jim was born on December 16, 1930, in Sioux City, Iowa to Constantine...

Jun 20, 2023

Cheryl K. Adams 59 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on June 20, 2023. Cheryl was born on July 1, 1963, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Elmer and Margaret Carmichael. She was a 1981 graduate of Ben Davis High School and a graduate of Herron School of Art. She was a Graphic Designer in the Medical Field, employed by Force...

Jun 19, 2023

Katherine Taeko Loudenback Winstead of Indianapolis went to be with God at 4:20 a.m. June 19, 2023. Her father was by her side, quietly sending up a prayer. She was 37.

It was angiosarcoma that took her life. This rare and aggressive cancer in the end defied treatments, but Kayte’s will to live was undaunted by a grim prognosis she...

Jun 19, 2023

Roy Chester Johnson, lovingly known as Chester, entered eternal rest on June 19, 2023, at the age of 80, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a profound impact on all those who knew him. He was born on August 30, 1942, in Owensboro, Kentucky, the beloved only child of Roy Chester Johnson, Sr. and Mary Nora Priest.

At...

Jun 19, 2023

Larry Robert Robinson, lifelong Indianapolis resident, died peacefully in his sleep on Monday after a short stay in hospice care. He was 87. Services will be held at Flanner Buchanan Mortuary on Friday, June 23, at 2 pm. Larry lived a principled life of integrity, quiet intelligence, and generosity of time and spirit. He brought a calm confidence and optimistic...

Jun 18, 2023

Sanda S. Christ (Cook), age 77, of New Palestine, Indiana went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 18, 2023. Sandie died peacefully at home holding hands with her husband, Louie. Sandie was born in Beech Grove, Indiana, on March 2, 1946, to Kenneth and Minnie (Brown) Cook.

Sandie was a graduate of Warren Central High School. ...