Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Norma Amelia (Fox) Lively
Nov 16, 2025
Norma Amelia (Fox) Lively, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away November 16th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 12, 1937, in Southport, Norma dedicated her life to creating a loving and nurturing home for her husband of 67 years and three children.
An unwavering faith in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ guided her life. Norma exhibited her devotion...
Finan Jack Doyle
Nov 16, 2025
Finan Jack Doyle, 18, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on November 16, 2025 following a motorcycle accident.
Born April 18, 2007, to Jennifer and Declan Doyle, Finan grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Ben Davis High School in 2025. He was pursuing Aeronautical Engineering Technology at Purdue University, West Lafayette, and was a proud member of Purdue ROTC, aspiring to...
Carolyn P. Fortin
Nov 16, 2025
Carolyn Priscilla Fortin, 89, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025.
Born on July 29, 1936, in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of James and Priscilla Bakos.
After raising her four daughters in Fort Wayne, IN, she pursued her college degree and graduated from Purdue University in Fort Wayne. She held positions with H&R Block and Edward Jones until...
Norma Rose Shorr
Nov 16, 2025
Norma Rose (Meshulam) Shorr, 90, passed away on November 16, 2025, in Carmel, Indiana. She was born on January 15, 1935 to the late Sol Meshulam and the late Anna (Nahmias) Meshulam. For 90 years, Norma was a force of nature. She shared insightful advice, a listening ear, and endless strength and wisdom.
Norma was the devoted wife to the late...
John J. Schneider Jr.
Nov 15, 2025
John J. Schneider, Jr., of Indianapolis, passed away November 15, 2025. John was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 1, 1969, to parents John J. Schneider, Snr. and Virginia Mae Schneider (Gallatin).
John graduated from Merrillville High School and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University. Prior to attending Purdue University, John served his county honorably...
Philip Howe Pangborn
Nov 15, 2025
Philip Howe Pangborn, 66, passed away peacefully at home while comforted by his family, on November 15, 2025. His sense of humor and deep love will be forever missed. Philip was born on July 27, 1959, to parents Frederick Howe & Mary Margaret (Marschner) Pangborn in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He joined the Navy out of high school, where he worked as...
U.B. Quarles, Jr.
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. U.B. Quarles Jr. was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky on August 19, 1942, to Mr. U.B. Quarles Sr. and Mrs. Ollie Quarles.
U.B. was the third of eight children. U.B.'s parents, along with three brothers and two sisters, preceded him in death.
U.B. attended School Number 87 and continued to Crispus Attucks High School where he graduated and then married his high...
Billy Begley
Nov 14, 2025
Billy Begley
8/15/1946-11/14/2025
Billy Begley, a beloved quiet and humble man with a calm demeanor who enjoyed all of life’s simple things, passed away peacefully at home after being comforted by his family in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 14, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born August 15, 1946, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina to parents Earl and Doshie (Asher) Begley. Billy worked...
Carol Ann Paff
Nov 14, 2025
Carol Ann (McClarren) Paff, 87, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on November 14, 2025. Carol was born to George and Ruth (Baker) McClarren on November 12, 1938.
Carol married the love of her life, Donald Paff Sr. on November 5, 1955, and they were married for 55 years, until Donald’s passing on February 23, 2011. Carol was...
Bruce Charles Smith
Nov 14, 2025
Bruce Charles Smith (age 78) passed away on November 14, 2025, after a battle with cancer.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 55 years, Deborah Burnett Smith, two sons – Matthew (JoEllen) and Andrew (Anlize), a brother Gilbert W. Smith II, five grandchildren (Zachary, Abigail, Molly, Madeline and Rosalie) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. His parents, Ruth Lumpkin Smith...
Jesus Vega Martin-Peñasco
Nov 14, 2025
Jesus Vega Martin-Peñasco, born August 3, 1953, in Valdepeñas, Spain, entered into the loving embrace of Our Lord on November 14, 2025.
In 1982, at the age of 30, Jesus moved from Spain to the United States with his wife, Angie Martin-Peñasco. A devoted and hardworking man, he took great pride in providing for his family. During his years at St....
Andrew Scott Carter
Nov 13, 2025
Andrew Scott Carter, 54, passed away November 13, 2025, with his mother by his side. Born in Indianapolis, IN on December 31, 1970, to Jerry and Mary (McGinnis) Carter, Andrew’s unique spark ushered in the new year. Andrew studied at Pike High School (Class of 1989) and Ball State University. Andrew was a loving son, grandson, nephew and cousin. He...
Mary E. “Jamila” Phillips
Nov 13, 2025
REFLECTION OF LIFE
With full hearts, we honor the life of Mary “Jamila” Elizabeth Phillips — a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and neighbor whose warmth and grace touched every life she encountered. Born on November 18, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Benjamin J. and Laura Bell Haley Edwards, Jamila carried a joyful, unforgettable spirit wherever she went.
A proud...
Dorothy Evelyn McGinnis
Nov 13, 2025
Dorothy Evelyn McGinnis of Beech Grove, Indiana passed away November 13, 2025, at 87 years old. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 15, 1937, to the late John and Lela (Robbins) Eicks. Dorothy was a Seamstress for Mechanic Laundry and Emery Airlines prior to her retiring. She was a member of the S & H Campgrounds, was a...
Douglas Lee Etter
Nov 13, 2025
Douglas Lee Etter, 55, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away on November 13, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1970, in Lebanon, Indiana, to H. Gene and Ramona Etter.
A graduate of Lebanon High School and Ball State University, Doug’s business acumen took him around the world, but he was happiest at home in shorts and a hoodie – mowing fields,...
Foster C. Reed
2025
Foster C. Reed, a devoted husband, loving grandfather, and esteemed member of his community, passed away in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 93. Born in 1932, in Parksville, Kentucky, Foster was a remarkable individual whose life journey saw him transition from a humble barber to a successful real estate developer, a testament to his dedication and hard work.
Foster proudly...
Donald James Vallier
Nov 13, 2025
Donald James Vallier, affectionately known as Don, passed away on November 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family at Little Sisters of the Poor in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on August 5, 1927, in St. Ignace, Michigan, and lived a life characterized by his deep faith, love for family, and a commitment to service.
Don's career was marked...
Christian Joseph Greiner
Nov 12, 2025
Christian Joseph Greiner, 90, born on October 18, 1935, in Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in New Palestine, Indiana, surrounded by his beloved family. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, whose life was marked by love and commitment to those around him.
Chris embarked on a successful career, founding a business with his brother...
James Wesley Norris
Nov 12, 2025
James Wesley “Wes” Norris of Pittsboro, Indiana passed away November 12, 2025, at 76 years of age. He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on November 15, 1948, to the late James Bernard and Billie Ernestine (Clark) Norris. Wes, as he was affectionately known as, was a Salesman of Commercial Trucks, working for numerous companies during his career. He loved...
Christian B. Gecewicz
Nov 12, 2025
Christian B. Gecewicz of Carmel, IN, passed away on November 12, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born in Marseilles, France, on October 1, 1948, to parents, Edouarda (Edda) Musial-Leczinska and Jean Gecewicz, who immigrated to France from Poland immediately following WWII. At the age of 4, Christian immigrated with his family to Québec City, Québec, Canada where...
