Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Jay Strauch
Jul 6, 2026
With hearts full of love, we celebrate the life of Jay Strauch who left this world on July 6th.
Jay grew up in Walton, IN with generations of family and lifelong friendships. He graduated from Lewis Cass High School in 1972 and proudly served as the Class President. Jay received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy and graduated...
Robert Quinn Gaither
Jul 6, 2026
Greenfield, Indiana – Robert Quinn Gaither passed away peacefully at home while being comforted by his family on July 6, 2026, at the age of 83. His sense of humor, compassion, and most of all, his love for his family, will be greatly missed.
Quinn was born on November 2, 1942, to parents Loren Faye and Helen (Newman) Gaither in Breese,...
Janice Kathleen Carpenter
Jul 6, 2026
Janice Kathleen Carpenter 1949-2026
Janice Kathleen Carpenter (formerly Melton), 77, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026. Born June 24, 1949, in South Bend, Indiana, Jan was the 4th of 6 children born to Reginald and Mildred Carpenter.
Always at home surrounded by nature, Jan and her family spent most of their summers at Birch Lake in Vandalia, Michigan, in the cottage...
Michael Seery
Jul 6, 2026
Michael Seery, 84, of Carmel, Indiana, and Sarasota, Florida, went home to the Lord on July 6, 2026, surrounded by “his girls” who adored him.
Michael was born on January 18, 1942, in Sydney, Australia, to Ronald and Mary Seery. After Mary’s death, Ronald married Lilian Seery, who helped raise Michael. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Hallam (Mike) and...
Kim Lee
Jul 6, 2026
Kim (Alexander) Lee, age 69, passed away on July 6, 2026, after a battle with cancer and several months in hospice care.
Born on December 28, 1956, to Barbara (Dickey) and Raymond Alexander, Kim was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis. In more recent years, she resided in Greenfield.
Kim was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ernest (Dan) Lee, who...
Delores Jean Gallagher
Jul 5, 2026
Delores Jean Gallagher (née Fall), affectionately known to many as “Dee”, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born on August 4, 1930, in Lebanon, Indiana, Dee was the daughter of Odell and Thelma Fall. She was the only daughter among four children and grew up with her brothers, Robert, Herschel, and Ronnie Fall. As the...
Edward W. Curtis
Jul 4, 2026
Edward Wesley Curtis, Westfield, Indiana, passed away on July 4, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1942, in Peoria, Illinois, to Willard Wesley Curtis and Laura Ann (Woods) Curtis.
Edward excelled academically from an early age. While attending Peoria High School, he won a Bausch and Lomb Science award for building a radio telescope—an achievement that helped pave the way...
Janet Carol Walker
Jul 4, 2026
Janet Carol Walker (Scrivner), 86, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026. Janet was born in Decatur, Illinois, on November 14, 1939, to Lloyd and Doris Scrivner.
Janet married the love of her life, Thomas George Walker, on September 20, 1958, and together they shared 67 wonderful years of marriage before his passing on November 19, 2025. They truly enjoyed working...
Bonnie Sue Claspell
Jul 4, 2026
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we remember the life of Bonnie Sue Claspell (née Myers), who passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on December 10, 1945, in Scottsville, Kentucky, Bonnie spent eighty (80) bright and compassionate years inspiring those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Bonnie was a woman whose kindness radiated in...
Kim Van Le
Jul 4, 2026
It is great sadness that we announce Mr. Kim Van Le, 96, passed away July 4th, 2026. He was born January 1st, 1930, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Kim grew up in Cambodia, and when he was a young man, met the love of his life Thiet Tran. Kim and Thiet married, moved to Vietnam and later, to the United States.
Kim worked...
Fred Hofheinz
Jul 3, 2026
Frederick Lewis Hofheinz Jr., 88, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, died July 3, 2026, holding his wife’s hand until his last breath. His final days were spent surrounded by his loving extended family and friends, being showered with love, light and beautiful memories. Fred was born on December 29, 1937, in Richmond, Indiana, on the family’s...
Pamala L. Gatewood
Jul 3, 2026
Pamala Lynn Gatewood, 76, of Franklin, IN passed away peacefully July 3, 2026, at Homeview Nursing Home.
Pam was born February 9, 1950, to Joseph and Norma Gatewood.
Pam loved her faith and family. She will be missed by her loving sister, Cindi (Bill) Withers; brother, Mike (Denise) Gatewood; along with loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her...
Mary Jane Batt Claffey
Jul 3, 2026
Mary Jane Batt Claffey, age 98 of Lutz, Florida, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Friday morning, July 3, 2026 in Lutz, Florida.
She was born on October 2nd, 1927, to Robert L. and Mary Haverkampt Batt in Brazil, IN. Mary was the oldest of six siblings and the last surviving one. The family moved to Indianapolis in 1942, and...
Nancy Lee Cain Brown
Jul 3, 2026
Nancy Lee Apple Brown, also known to many friends and family as Nancy Cain, 84, of Speedway, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at Eagle Valley Meadows. She was born on August 17, 1941, to Walter Apple and Lucille Feigenbaum Apple. She graduated from Washington High School in Indianapolis. After graduating from high school, Nancy spent many years...
Janice E. Sims
Jul 3, 2026
Janice Elaine Millette Sims (“Jennie”) November 30, 1932 – July 3, 2026
Janice Elaine Millette Sims, lovingly known as “Jennie,” passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 93.
Born on November 30, 1932, Jennie lived a life defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the beloved wife of Paul A....
John L. Strano
Jul 2, 2026
With deep love, we announce the passing of John Louis Strano, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, who passed away on July 2nd, 2026. John was born on March 13th, 1942, in Torrington, Connecticut. He graduated from Torrington High School. After high school he joined the military and served in the Honor Guard in Washington D.C. A unit dedicated to honoring...
Patrick "PJ" O'Donnell
Jul 1, 2026
Patrick Joseph O’Donnell (PJ), 83, passed away peacefully leaving behind a legacy of dedication to his family, career, and community.
Born on May 12, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan, PJ was the 5th of 12 children born to William D. Sr. and Anna E. (Favara) O’Donnell. He earned a degree in Accounting and Business from Ferris State University, which paved the way...
Robert A. Kincade
Jul 1, 2026
Robert A. Kincade, age 69 of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Wednesday evening, July 1, 2026 in the comfort of his own home.
Bob was born on November 15, 1956, a son of Howard L. and Shirley Jean (Spencer) Kincade.
Bob was never married and had no children.
He is survived by his siblings: Kathy, Karen, Dan and Christina and their extended families.
In...
Marjorie "Marjie" Ann Winzenread-Thomas
Jul 1, 2026
Marjorie (Winzenread) Thomas 89 of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side.
Born to Melvin and Margaret (Alerding) Winzenread September 25, 1936, Marjorie was the eldest of 10 children and loved her siblings fiercely. She was so proud to be their sister and loved helping them grow and encouraging them. She graduated from St. John’s Academy, St....
JT Brill
Jul 1, 2026
JT Brill, 23, of Avon, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2026.JT was born on August 30, 2002, in Springfield, Illinois, to David and Brenda Brill. In 2012, the family moved to Indiana, where JT grew up, graduated from Avon High School, attended Ivy Tech Community College, and most recently worked alongside his brother, Jonathan, at the UPS hub...
