Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Aug 9, 2025

Noel Hatch Duerden, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana, age 93, closed the mortal chapter of his Book of Eternal Life and opened the third chapter in Paradise on August 9, 2025, from Danville, Indiana. He was born in Pocatello, Idaho to Nola Goff Duerden and Clarence Hatch Duerden as the youngest of three children.

He was initially married to Merrie Meyer Duerden...

Aug 9, 2025

Timothy L. Duncan, 78, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, in his beloved city of Indianapolis, where he was born on December 6, 1946. He leaves behind a legacy of love a devoted dad, grandpa, and great grandpa.

Timothy dedicated over 26 years of his life to serving as the head janitor at Warren Central High School, a role in...

Aug 9, 2025

Mura Glenna Musgrave Turner, 90, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Mura was born on September 25, 1934, to Perry Musgrave, and Ina Carson Musgrave.

Mura graduated from Mannington High School, in Mannington, West Virginia. She went on to work 30 years for RCA in assembly. On October 2, 1977, Mura married the love of her life,...

Aug 8, 2025

Carolyn Sue (Duff) Moore, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, August 8th, 2025. Carolyn was born on April 18, 1939, to Loren V. Duff and Mary Virginia (Boswell) Duff, devoted Nazarene evangelists. Carolyn grew up with her two siblings. She attended Burge Terrace Baptist church with many of her closest friends.

Carolyn worked as an executive assistant...

Aug 8, 2025

Charles Lee Steadman, 82 of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Carmel, IN, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025. Charles was born July 13, 1943 in Wheeling, WV to the late Charles Walter and Marjorie Steadman. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where he was a manager for the basketball team, a member of the marching band and received...

Aug 8, 2025

Indianapolis, Indiana – Geneva Duncan, 84, passed away peacefully after being comforted by her family on August 8, 2025.

Geneva was born on May 9, 1941, to parents Harvey & Emma (Keith) Branscum in Stearns, Kentucky. She met the love of her life, Raymond Duncan, and the two were married in 1960. They celebrated 59 years of marriage before his passing...

Aug 8, 2025

Apryl L. Sutton, a beloved figure in the hearts of many, left this world on August 8, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on July 25, 1974, in Indianapolis, she was a radiant light who touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

In her 32 years at CVS as an Inventory Clerk, Apryl exemplified dedication and commitment, leaving behind a...

Aug 8, 2025

Paul Phillips, 38, of Indianapolis, left this world too soon on August 8th, 2025. He was born March 3rd, 1987, to parents Thomas and Tammy Phillips.

He was a very hard worker and held several jobs throughout his life, most recently at St. Francian Hospital and Indy Pro Tow.

Paul was a loving man who will be greatly missed. He loved his...

Aug 8, 2025

Indianapolis, Indiana – Kathleen G. McBride passed away peacefully at home on August 8, 2025. Her feisty attitude and love of life will be deeply missed by not only her friends, but all who knew her.

Kathleen was born to parents Jesse & Myrtle (Carrier) Goforth on November 19, 1934, in Clark County, Indiana. She and her family moved up north...

Aug 8, 2025

Michael Ginsberg, 66, of Indianapolis passed on August 8, 2025. Survivors include wife, Karen (Sue) Ginsberg,children, Lisa and David Ginsberg, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and siblings, Dan and Steve Ginsberg, and Theresa Avirett.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Christine Hutchison. 

Mike was well loved for his musical talent. He will be missed.

A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday,...

Aug 8, 2025

With a spirit that touched so many, Dan A. Spence, age 61, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, after a battle with MSA-P.

Dan was the loving son of parents, Howard & Bernadette (Buchholz) Spence, who preceded him in death, and treasured brother of Susan Spence, Highland, Indiana, Cindy (Spence) Dougherty and late brother-in-law, David Dougherty, Winfield,...

Aug 7, 2025

Carol N. Janis, born June 18, 1929 in Norfolk, Nebraska, the youngest of 4 children.

She quietly passed away in her sleep, August 7, 2025, in Thornton, Colorado. She knew she would be seeing her Lord, husband(Don) and son (Timmy) soon.

She and her family lived in Norfolk, NE until her high school years. Then they moved to Omaha, NE. There she...

Aug 7, 2025

Aug 6, 2025

Charles R Lloyd Sr, 90, passed away August 6, 2025. He was born March 29, 1935 in Indianapolis, to parents, Alvie and Bessie ( Miller ) Lloyd.

Charles grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Washington high school. He then joined the United States Navy. He served for four years.

When he returned from the military, he took a job at Ford...

Aug 6, 2025

Dustin Eldon Masters of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly August 6, 2025, at 40 years old. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on October 18, 1984, to Deborah (Freeman) Masters and Tom Masters. Dustin worked in the Food Service Industry at various locations in the area. He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Dustin is...

Aug 6, 2025

On August 6, 2025, Mom passed away from complications related to dementia and congestive heart failure. She was 93. Born July 23, 1932, the beloved and pampered daughter of Harry and Helen (Allstott) Claxon, she was raised in the Indianapolis area. Musically inclined and talented, mom played the piano, alto sax and clarinet. Due to a shortage of musical talent...

Aug 6, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Ann Dodson, 67, of Indianapolis, Indiana, died on August 6, 2025. Born on March 19, 1958, in Indianapolis to the late Carroll and Thelma Miller, Becky lived a life marked by resilience, love, and fierce loyalty to those she held close.

Becky devoted much of her life to caring for her family and creating a warm, lively home. She...

Aug 5, 2025

Kay McCurry

81 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 5, 2025. Kay was born in Tennessee to the late Cordial Griggs and Mayzelle Brooks. She was preceded in death by her daughter Kim Scruggs and her parents. She is survived by her daughter Nico McCurry, brothers Eugene Griggs and Jim (Donna) Brooks and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews....

Aug 5, 2025

Mario Esteban Zambrano Montes de Oca, 87, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 5, 2025. He was born on March 4, 1938, in San Luis, Cuba to parents, Emilio Zambrano and Caridad (Montes de Oca) Zambrano.

Mario lived a life full of joy, passion, and unwavering love for the things that made him happiest – baseball, dancing, laughter, and the...

Aug 5, 2025

Gordon Bruce Alexander, 85, of Carmel, Indiana, passed away from complications of FTD (frontotemporal dementia) on August 5, 2025. He was born on June 23, 1940, in St. Johns, Michigan, to parents, Dr. Reuben Alexander and Erma (Cummings) Alexander.

Gordon worked for the State of Michigan ending his career with the Strategic Fund for 36 years before he retired in 2002....