Dec 25, 2018

Christa Steichele, age 74, of Westfield, IN passed away on December 25, 2018. Christa was born on February 21, 1944 in Schweinfurt, Germany to Hans and Else (Kessler) Kraemer. After spending her childhood and teen years growing up in Germany, she met a handsome U.S. serviceman who was stationed in her hometown of Schweinfurt. Christa soon after married Hugo Steichele...

Dec 25, 2018

Phillip E. Tingle, 72 of Brownsburg, passed away on December 25, 2018. He was born on January 25, 1946 to the late Robert G. and Mary Tingle.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Ruth Tingle; his children, Jennifer and Nathan Bailey; his grandchildren, Max and Kayla Jackson, and Michael Bailey.

Visitation will be on Friday, December...

Dec 25, 2018

John “Buzz” Metallic, doting husband, steady pontoon captain, whiskey connoisseur, accomplished businessman, father of nine and grandfather to dozens and great-grandfather to many, died in the evening on Christmas Day 2018.

Born in the Haughville neighborhood of Indianapolis, Buzz was educated at Holy Trinity School. It was in the school-gym-turned-roller-rink where he developed a love for roller skating. Buzz’s family...

Dec 25, 2018

Annabelle Johnston-Hinkle, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home on December 25, 2018.

She was born on January 1, 1935 in Indianapolis to the late Marion and Dorothy (VanSickle) King.  Annabelle graduated from Howe High School in 1953 where she met her future husband, Joe Johnston.  They were united in marriage shortly after and resided for a time in...

Dec 24, 2018

Charles Lacefield, 86, of Mooresville passed away December 24, 2018.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Taylor; and his siblings, Patricia Lyons and Jack Lacefield.

He is survived by his children, Bill (Debbie), Kent (Sondra), Sherri (Wayne), Linda (Jeff), Vern II (The late Barbara); step-daughter, Patty Lucas-Oles (Greg); 18 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

A...

Dec 23, 2018

Ingrid “Gigi” F. Koose, 90 of Indianapolis, passed away on December 23, 2018. She was born in Haan, Germany on June 10, 1928 to the late Ernst and Ida Ellenbeck.

She loved walking, playing games, cooking, traveling, sewing, knitting, crocheting, and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in passing by her loving husband of 58 years, Frederik Koose;

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Dec 23, 2018

Phillip R. Moos, 94, passed away December 23, 2018. Born on April 27, 1924, Phil was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis and a graduate of Cathedral High School. He served in the US Coast Guard during World War II in the Pacific Theater as a radar operator on the Coast Guard Cutter Taney. He was skilled pattern maker with several...

Dec 23, 2018

David Oliver Ferris, 65, of Indianapolis passed away December 23, 2018 after a long illness.  He was surrounded by his loving family.

David was born January 20, 1953 in Beech Grove, IN to Howard and Joan Oftelie Ferris.

He graduated from Northwest High School and received his associate degree from IUPUI.  He served his country in the US Air Force. ...

Dec 23, 2018

Leah Ruth (Phillips) Pennington 77 of Indianapolis, IN formerly Leesburg, FL passed away December 23, 2018.  Leah was born in Terre Haute, IN on November 21, 1941 to Wilbur and Mary (McClanahan) Phillips. She graduated from Wiley high school and attended Indiana State University and Beauty School, before moving to Indianapolis and working for Western Electric. She transferred to Oklahoma...

Dec 23, 2018

Andrew Zane Lewis, 25, of Fort Lauderdale, FL and formerly of Carmel, passed away unexpectedly December 23, 2018.  He was born November 5, 1993, in Indianapolis, the son of Theodore J. and Elizabeth A. (Bess) Lewis.

Andrew loved life and the outdoors. It was evident at a very young age that he would pursue the lifestyle where he would be...

Dec 22, 2018

Dec 22, 2018

Adam C. Cesnik, 39, of McCordsville, IN, passed away in his home on Saturday, December 22, 2018, after fighting the good fight against cancer for nearly 3 years.  Adam was known for his sharp wit, his ability to see through people easily, his tendency to assist others in getting what they need, his great salesmanship ability, his love of his...

Dec 21, 2018

Rich Rockwood went to be with Jesus on Dec. 21, 2018, at the age of 47. He lived his life as a giving, positive, funny, faithful, courageous, caring man till the end. Rich was born in Rumford, ME where he grew up skiing, going on many wild adventures with friends, and frequent trips to the library. He was raised by...

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Dec 20, 2018

Leamon Kinnett

67, of Indianapolis, was born on March 13, 1951 and passed away on December 20, 2018.  Graveside services will be Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 1 pm at West Newton Cemetery.  Arrangements by Flanner Buchanan-Decatur Township.

Dec 20, 2018

Betty Ruth Hawkins, of Danville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at the age of 83. Betty was born in Clio, Michigan on March 15, 1935 to Earnest and Merrill Herrick. She was the last child born of 11 siblings who all grew up in Michigan together.

Betty met Jack Hawkins while he was stationed in Michigan with...

Dec 20, 2018

Janet Phelps, 88, of Indianapolis, passed away December 20, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Jan was born August 2, 1930 in Mishawaka, IN to the late Edmund and Ethel Buysse Mitchell. After high school, she attended Indiana University in Bloomington and lived for a time in Chicago, New York and Washington D.C.

An engaging lady with many talents, Jan...

Dec 20, 2018

James R. Madison, 84, of Indianapolis, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018.

He was born in Vincennes, IN to the late Virgil and Ethel Madison.  Jim was a graduate of Lincoln High School and served honorably in the US Navy.  Following his military discharge, he relocated to Indianapolis where he worked for Diamond Chain.  Jim went on to work...

Dec 20, 2018

Mark J. Mowrey, 61, of Tuscaloosa, AL, formerly of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018.  He was born on March 2, 1957 in Indianapolis to the late Elmer Porter and Doris (Sherman) Mowrey. Mark was a 1976 graduate of Arsenal Tech High School and devoted 38 years of service to Community East Hospital.

Mark will be remembered...