Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Laurel Diane DeStefano
Oct 19, 2025
Laurel Diane DeStefano, 77, of Naples, FL passed away peacefully at home on 10/19/25, under hospice care. A private funeral Mass will be held at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Westfield, IN on 10/30/25 at noon. Born in Cumberland, MD on June 1st, 1948, Laurel was raised in humble circumstances in rural Pennsylvania. She graduated from John Brown University...
Bryan Lee McDaniel
Oct 19, 2025
Bryan Lee McDaniel, age 64 of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Bryan was born on June 16, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a son of George R. and Phyllis A. (Anderson) McDaniel. Bryan is preceded in death by his parents.
Bryan was the second oldest of five boys. He is survived by his older brother: Bobby (wife Lyla) McDaniel of...
Anna Marie Louise Rutallie
Oct 19, 2025
Anna Marie Louise Rutallie, 77, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on October 19, 2025. She was born on May 17, 1948, to Anthony Pugliese and Elena Formisano Pugliese.
Anna Marie was a fierce Italian woman with a heart as generous as her cooking. Known for preparing enough food to feed a village, she found her greatest joy...
Sharron Jane Shambaugh
Oct 18, 2025
Fairland, Indiana – Sharron Jane Shambaugh, 76, passed away on October 18, 2025. A caring and devoted mother, she will be deeply missed by her friends and family.
Sharron was born on May 30, 1949, to parents Gordon & Beulah (McFerren) Lane in Carmel, Indiana. A graduate of Broad Ripple High School, she worked for over 25 years at Naval Avionics....
Presscott Bailey
Oct 18, 2025
Presscott Bailey born January 4th 1961 in Detroit Michigan to Amos and Juanita Bailey. He proceeds in death, his parents, Amos and Juanita, McQueen Bailey of Kentucky. He he also proceeds in death, an infant daughter Billy Joe Bailey and a sister Shirley Howard. He is survived by his wife Debi Bailey and his surviving children are William and (Jennifer...
Stacey A. Havens
Oct 18, 2025
Stacey Ann Havens, 60, of Indianapolis born September 27, 1965, entered eternal life on October 18th, 2025. She was born to Jon and Elizabeth “Betty” Havens. Her journey through life was colored by love, laughter and the indomitable spirit of a woman who lived life to the fullest.
From an early age, she had a strong work ethic and it showed...
Walter "Walt" Kay, Jr.
Oct 17, 2025
Walter “Walt” Herbert Kay, Jr., age 93, passed away on October 17, 2025. Born in Dayton, Ohio on May 31, 1932, to Sara Lametta Darnell and Walter Kay Sr., Walt grew up during the Great Depression, an era that instilled in him an enduring work ethic. At a young age, he began his journey in the workforce with various jobs...
Pamela Sue Young
Oct 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Pamela “Pam” Sue (Cross) Young, 68, of Lafayette, IN, on October 17, 2025. While our hearts are broken, we take comfort in knowing she is with her Lord and Savior after bravely enduring a 15-year battle with breast cancer.
Pam was born on August 12, 1957, to James...
Heather Elaine King
Oct 16, 2025
Heather Elaine King, beloved daughter of Samella King and Robert Williams, was born May 9, 1973, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Heather professed her love for God and Christ at an early age. She cherished the Scriptures and found great joy in attending church services. She was baptized at Pure Understanding Teaching Deliverance Ministries and was a faithful member of Hall Temple, C.O.G.I.C.
Heather...
David Olson
Oct 16, 2025
We celebrate the life of John “David” Olson, who went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 16, 2025. Though his passing leaves a deep void, we find comfort in knowing that he now rests in the presence of the One he faithfully served throughout his life.
He was born on June 21, 1948, in Bottineau, North Dakota,...
Kirk M. Dieckamp
Oct 16, 2025
Kirk Maier Dieckamp passed away on October 16th, 2025, in Indianapolis, IN at 70 years old after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer.
Kirk grew up in Indianapolis and attended Ben Davis high school before attending Purdue University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in RHI (Hospitality and Tourism Management).
Kirk’s passion was to the hospitality and service industry, where he...
Terry James Spartz
Oct 16, 2025
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Terry James Spartz, 68, of Zionsville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with appendiceal cancer.
Born in Great Falls, Montana, on August 14, 1957, Terry was raised with a deep sense of faith, integrity, and purpose that guided his life’s work and relationships. He honorably served in the U.S....
Donna Sue Young
Oct 16, 2025
Donna Sue Young, 69 of Baxter, KY passed away Thursday evening of October 16, 2025 at the Harlan ARH.
Donna was born February 10, 1956 in Harlan to the late Claude and Pearl Givens Evans. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Claude Evans, Jr.
She is survived by her...
Donald Lee White
Oct 16, 2025
Donald Lee “Don” White 88 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away October 16, 2025. He was born in Ladoga, Indiana on December 31, 1936, to the late Jesse Arthur and Lottie Elaine (Manners) White. Don was a manager for Elliott Williams & Co. for many years. He served proudly his country in the United States Navy. He had many interests which...
Thomas Gail Grabill
Oct 16, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Grabill died on October 16, 2025, of complications from Parkinson’s Disease in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tom will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, devotion to his family, and love of his work supporting students and teachers. He had a gift for making people feel valued and seen.
Tom was born on October 2, 1943, at Ball Memorial Hospital...
Helen Smith
Oct 16, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana – Helen M. Smith, 81, went home to Christ, on October 16, 2025, while being comforted by her family and friends. Her kindness and unconditional love will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Helen was born in Bartholomew County on January 17, 1944, and was adopted by her parents Aubrey & Irene (Doup) Price of Indianapolis when...
John Roth
Oct 16, 2025
John W. Roth, 94, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born and raised in Erie, John lived a full and generous life marked by love, laughter, and devotion to family.
After finishing college and serving proudly in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, John moved to Indiana in 1961. There, he built a life with his...
Sharon Smoot
Oct 16, 2025
Sharon Ione Smoot was born to Harold and Vennetta Templeton, both of whom preceded her in death. A proud graduate of Linton-Stockton High School, she went on to complete her studies at Indiana University School of X-Ray Technology. Sharon dedicated her professional life to service others as an X-Ray Technologist and also played a vital role in the family business,...
Ruby L. Duncan
Oct 15, 2025
Ruby Lora Duncan passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, in College Station, Texas, at the age of 95. She was born on January 27, 1930, in Birmingham, Michigan, and was raised in the heart of Indiana, where she began a life filled with love, faith, and devotion to family.
Ruby was a woman of deep faith who truly lived by...
Mary D. Myers
Oct 15, 2025
Mary D. Myers passed away peacefully at age 98 on October 15, 2025, with her daughter by her side. Born July 12, 1927, in Madison, Indiana, she was the only child of Birgett and Pauline Wallace. Raised during the “Great Depression” and WWII, Mary grew to become a very strong, independent, frugal and conservative Christian woman.
Mary’s parents moved to Indianapolis...
