Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Mar 26, 2023

Maria M. Kernodle, 90 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on March 26, 2023. She was born on July 23, 1932, in Wiesbaden, Germany to the late Karl and Melitta (Krug) Embach. Maria was an Assembler of Telephones at Western Electric for 25 years before retiring. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, keeping a clean house, was a wonderful cook and especially enjoyed...

Mar 26, 2023

Lucy Herndon Canada, 73, of Westfield, IN passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2023.  She is survived by her husband of 38 years, John Canada.  She and John owned and operated Exam One. 

Lucy was a graduate of Arlington High School. 

In addition to her husband, Lucy is survived by her siblings, Lyn Burmeister, James “Bunky”...

Mar 25, 2023

John Bradley Schooley, 77, passed away peacefully March 25, 2023, at his Indianapolis home. He leaves his wife of fifty-six years, Elizabeth (Libby) Hubbard Schooley; son, Bradley Thomas Schooley (Karin) of Shoreview, MN; daughter, Kathryn Elizabeth Fair of Murfreesboro, TN; and grandchildren, Luke Thomas Schooley, Clare Elizabeth Schooley, Alan Hugh Fair, Jr. and Owen Sanders Fair.

Brad was born April...

Mar 25, 2023

Roger Alan Myers, 86, passed away peacefully at his Indianapolis home into the arms of Jesus on March 25, 2023.  He will be missed by his loving wife, Thelma Myers; sister, Donna Minnick; children, Brian Myers (Karen), Tracy Venable (David), and Gary Myers; grandchildren, Michelle Morgan (Erick), Kerry Carr (Connor), Ben Myers, and Casey Venable; and two great grandchildren.

He...

Mar 25, 2023

Mar 25, 2023

Ruth Z. Farfan, 83, of Noblesville passed away March 25, 2023.  She was born July 5, 1939, in Cusco, Peru the daughter of the late Julio and Raquel (Vizcardo) Farfan.

Ruth was a compassionate woman of strong faith.  She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, who will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her two children, Solange...

Mar 25, 2023

Patricia L. Temple, 66, passed away at home surrounded by family March 25, 2023. She was born in Indianapolis to Arthur Paul & Agnes Caroline (Stokes) Haley January 21, 1957.

Trish is survived by her husband of over 20 years Michael F. Temple, an abundance of blessings for children and grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

The family...

Mar 25, 2023

Tamara L Miller

Of Indianapolis, after 55 years, spent her last day with us on March 25, 2023.

On April 25, 1967 in Marion County, Indiana, Gordon and Gloria Caudill became proud parents of their eldest child.

She is survived by her two children, son Ross Miller, and daughter Heather Miller.  She has three siblings, brother G. David Caudill, sister...

Mar 25, 2023

Cleveland Edward Maffett Jr., 58, of Noblesville, Indiana passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on March 25, 2023, at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.

He was the first child born to the union of Cleveland Edward Maffett Sr. and Jeanette Moore Maffett. He graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree from Wilberforce University and was a...

Mar 24, 2023

B Vicky Neuman, age 94, of Westfield, IN, passed away and joined her husband on March 24, 2023.

Vicky was born on July 21, 1928, to Julius and Mollie (née Mintz) Bloom in New York, NY. Vicky was known for her fervent love of her family, a love of animals of all kinds, her bright smile, and her quick-witted sense...

Mar 24, 2023

Bonnie Darlene VanDeGrift 74 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on March 24, 2023. She was born in Indianapolis on September 23, 1948, to the late Leo and Roxie A. (Spears) McClure. Bonnie was the owner of her own Title Search Company. She enjoyed spending time crocheting, was a talented seamstress and she dearly loved spending time with her family. She...

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...