Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Annette Brandenburg
Dec 6, 2025
Annette R Brandenburg, 84, of Garrett, Indiana died peacefully Saturday December 6th, 2025. Anne was born November 6th, 1941 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Anne married Samuel Roger Brandenburg in 1958 and had 3 children, 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Her definition of family never ended with bloodline. The endless list of surrogate family members demonstrated her compassion and love for...
Ahmad Behrad
Dec 6, 2025
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Catherine Diana Avila
Dec 6, 2025
Catherine Diana Avila, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away on Dec. 6, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital, complex where she was born. She was a red head baby, born on Jan. 28, 1946, first year of the Baby Boomers.
Her father, Charles Lamb, was an air force gunner in WWII. Her mother, Katherine Lucile Lamb Stockton, was a gifted lady of published...
Mati Rodgers
Dec 5, 2025
Mati Rose Rodgers of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on December 5, 2025, at the age of 83.
She was born in Cedar Bluff, MS on September 10, 1942 to Leroy and Mattie (Johnson) Petty.
Mati was a proud employee of The United States Postal Service and retired after 25 years of dedicated service.
Mati married Frank Elbert Rodgers, Jr. on September 18, 1975...
Rayford B. Britton
Dec 5, 2025
Rayford B. Britton Stalman, of Zionsville, IN, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, at the age of 91.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Burnie Stalman Britton, and his father, Baldwin Britton. He is remembered by his wife, Rebeca; his daughters Sandy (Gary) Bacon and Becky (Brett) Zimpfer; and his grandchildren Brittany (Matt Zytka) Klooster, Maddie Zimpfer, Cameron...
Braxton Michael Ford
Dec 5, 2025
Fishers, Indiana – Braxton Michael Ford, 21, passed away far too soon on December 5, 2025. His spirit, his adventurous (or daring) nature, and his love for his family, will be deeply missed by all.
Braxton was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents Brian Ford and Melanie Catron on May 13, 2004. Braxton attended Fishers and Options high school, graduating in...
Elaine Talarico
Dec 4, 2025
Elaine Talarico, age 78, of Fishers, passed away on December 4,2025. She is survived by her son Wesley Cooper II (Jennifer Cooper) and her daughter Carrie Martin (Richard Martin), two sisters, Rose Miscuk (Bernie Miscuk) and Marilyn Talarico. She was a fiercely proud and loving Nana of seven grandsons; Anthony Cooper (Amber Cooper), Nicholas Martin, Noah Martin, Joseph Cooper, Chase...
Terri Lee Heady
Dec 4, 2025
Terri Lee (Cochran) Heady, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on December 4th, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Born June 11th, 1957, in Indianapolis to Lee and Joy (Hodgkin) Cochran, Terri grew up with strong family roots that shaped the generous and compassionate woman she became. She graduated from Arlington High School...
Paula S. Fugate
Dec 4, 2025
Paula S. Fugate, 87, of Carmel, IN, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born in Galion, OH, Paula was the daughter of the late Paul B. and Eleanor Gottfried. She was a proud graduate of Miami University in Oxford, OH.
Paula was an accomplished pianist and devoted the early part of her career to teaching music to elementary students in...
Betty J. Hausman
Dec 4, 2025
Betty (Bell) Hausman, 98, passed away December 4, 2025. She was born March 28, 1927, in Turner, Indiana to Lawrence S. Bell & Rachel (Murray) Bell.
She graduated from Staunton High School in 1944. Betty worked at (General) Wishard Memorial Hospital from December 1959 to December 1988.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, brother Robert Bell, son Billy Ray Hausman,...
Professor Krishan Kumar Chawla
Dec 4, 2025
Professor Krishan Kumar Chawla
Prof. Krishan Kumar Chawla passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, surrounded by his family at the age of 83. He was an incredible husband, father, son, brother, educator, mentor, colleague, and friend.
Krish, as he was known by his friends and colleagues, was born in India and grew up in New Delhi. He was always a top...
Guy "Matt" Mendenhall
Dec 3, 2025
Guy Matthew Mendenhall, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday December 3rd,2025. At a very early age Matt picked up his love for all things sports, as well as being exposed to many amazing cars of the time. He played sports for all his schools, loving baseball and basketball, but really taking to football by the time he got to high school...
Maribeth Bailey
Dec 3, 2025
Maribeth Bailey, 72, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away December 3, 2025, after a long illness. Maribeth was a beloved daughter, mother and friend to many. She was born November 21,1953 in Carmel, Indiana, the only child of Jack C. Bailey and Myra Brown Bailey.
Her family had deep roots in Carmel where she experienced an idyllic childhood. She attended Orchard Park...
Robert W. Shelton
Dec 3, 2025
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Robert (Bob) W. Shelton, 88 of Westfield, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Bob was born December 28, 1936, in St. Louis, Mo. to the late Lee and Francis Shelton. He married Elizabeth (Betty) Becklenberg on November 19, 1966, and moved to Kokomo, Ind. in 1970.
Bob received his Chemical Engineering degree from Washington University in St. Louis in...
Brenda S. Haney Krupinski
Dec 3, 2025
Brenda S. Haney Krupinski
64 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on December 3, 2025. Brenda was born on March 6, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Dallas and Shirley Haney. She was preceded in death by her grandson Payton, siblings Dallas Jr., Connie, Angie and Penny and her parents. She is survived by her husband Monte Krupinski, son Raymond Wilson,...
Denvil Stephens
Dec 3, 2025
Denvil Stephens, age 79 of Indianapolis, IN passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Hancock Regional Hospital with his son Christian Stephens by his side.
He was born at home in Pine Knot, Kentucky on July 6, 1946 to the late Millard Stephens and Arizona (Moore) Stephens.
He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1965. He worked for Ford Motor Company...
Mary L. Keppel
Dec 3, 2025
Mary Louise Keppel, 80, passed away peacefully with her family by her side December 3, 2025, in Indianapolis. She was born April 8, 1945, in Indianapolis, IN to Marshall Eugene & Mary Elizabeth (Jones) Shipley.
Mary was a Registered Nurse most of her life then transitioned to Hotel Management.
Mary leaves behind her sons Kurt M. Keppel and Christopher (Terri) Keppel; grandchildren...
Jack Amacy Clark
Dec 3, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack A. Clark, of Indianapolis, on December 3rd, 2025. He was born September 29th, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Sidney and Alice (McMechan) Clark.
Jack graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in 1960 and was married to Shirley A. (Darnell) Clark in 1963. He was a U.S Army and Reserve...
Bonnie J. O'Neal
Dec 3, 2025
Bonnie J. O'Neal, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed from this life on December 3, 2025, in Avon, Indiana. Born on November 1, 1940, in Sioux City, Iowa, Bonnie lived a life rich with love, faith, and devotion to her family.
Bonnie is survived by her devoted spouse of 34 years, Greg O'Neal, and her four children: Karen...
Lee Richard Dye
Dec 3, 2025
Lee Richard Dye, age 83 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Lee was born on June 22, 1942 in Pineville, Kentucky, a son of Alex and Lola (Smith) Dye.
Lee married Geraldine Dye on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1962 in Sneedville, Tennessee.
He especially loved NASCAR and spending time with his grandchildren, who were the pride and joy of...
