Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
David Michael Stephens
Aug 5, 2025
David Michael Stephens, 66, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away peacefully at his home in Fishers on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 8:22 p.m.
David was born on October 4, 1958, in Milwaukee, WI, to the late Thomas and Doris Stephens. On July 3, 1985, he married the love of his life, Rose Mary Whobrey, and together they built a life centered...
Frederick W. Thorne
Aug 5, 2025
Frederick W. Thorne, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and accomplished professional, passed away peacefully on August 5th, 2025, at the age of 87.
Born in Rochester, New York, Fred grew up working on his family farm, where his strong work ethic and curiosity for life took root. A proud alumnus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, he earned his degree...
Valerie Murray
Aug 4, 2025
Valerie Murray was born on December 14, 1951, to Curtis Oliver and Ellaree Monger. Valerie was a woman of deep love, quiet resilience, and unwavering faith. She built a life grounded in family, service, purpose and leaves behind a legacy that will never be forgotten.
A lifelong learner, Valerie earned her GED and went on to take courses at Indiana Business...
Ronald Ross Herald
Aug 4, 2025
Ronald Ross Herald of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on August 4, 2025, at 70 years of age. He was born on June 17, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late James and Suzan (Ross) Herald. Ronald worked at Ryder Logistics in the Maintenance Department. He was a loving, and simple man who enjoyed spending his free time with his family,...
Rose Martha Shelby
Aug 4, 2025
Fishers, Indiana – Rose Martha Shelby, 92, passed away peacefully after being comforted by her family and friends on August 4, 2025.
Rose was born on March 30, 1933, to parents Thomas & Ora Heath in Indianapolis, Indiana. She attended Shortridge High School. There, she met the love of her life, Melvin Shelby and they were married shortly after in 1950....
Richard Gray Strehlow
Aug 4, 2025
Richard Gray Strehlow of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on August 4, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones, at 77 years old. He was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on March 18, 1948, to the late Thomas Guston and Anna Mae (Mohler) Strehlow. Richard was a Machinist for Chevrolet Truck and Bus for many years. He proudly served our country in...
Charles W. "Bill" Powell
Aug 4, 2025
Charles W. “Bill” Powell, 86, passed away on August 4, 2025, in West Lafayette, Indiana. He was born on August 30, 1938, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late David and Reba Powell.
Bill was an IHSAA Hall of Fame Swim Coach. He started the North Central boys swim team and the Washington Township Swim Club in 1972, and was the head...
Shirley Ann Brown
Aug 3, 2025
Shirley Ann Brown, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025.
Born on June 21, 1934, in Branchville, Maryland, Shirley lived a full life. The sparkle in her eyes was never the same after the loss of her husband, who was truly the love of her life. Shirley, over the years, lovingly turned each house into a comforting haven...
Sandra Jean (Whiteley) Truelove
Aug 3, 2025
Sandra Jean (Whiteley) Truelove, 85, formerly of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025, in Provo, Utah.
Born on January 6, 1940, to Melvin Leonard Whiteley and Florence Lillian (Rempis) Whiteley in Gary, Indiana, Sandra was active in Job’s Daughters and Girl Scouts during her youth. She was baptized at Central Christian Church (DOC), where she met and...
Pat Greeson Figg
Aug 3, 2025
Pat Greeson Figg
91 of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 3, 2025. Pat was born on July 29, 1934, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years Paul. She was also preceded in death by her sisters Crystal, Jackie and brother Shirley. She is survived by her daughters Paula (Robbie) Baron, Patsy Roell, Pamela...
Barbara A. Semo
Aug 3, 2025
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Barbara A. Semo, 83 of Carmel, IN, formerly of Lewiston, NY, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025. Barbara was born May 3, 1942 in Carbondale, PA to the late Edward and Aneila Cerwonka.
Barbara lived in Memory Care for several years and fought her battle against dementia since 2012. Wherever Barbara went, she brought her luminous smile, quick wit, and...
Scott Edward Anderson
Aug 2, 2025
68, passed away August 2, 2025. Scott was born on March 12,1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of the late Walter E. and Marjorie R. Anderson. In addition to his parents, Scott was preceded in death by his brother, Todd R. Anderson.
Scott has been active in sports all his life. He played baseball in grade school. In high school, he...
Mark Allen Brooking
Aug 2, 2025
Mark Allen Brooking, 50, passed away on August 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Mark was born on August 1, 1975, to Dean Vincent Brooking and Marian Fitzpatrick Cumbarelis.
Mark’s greatest joy came from spending time with his loved ones, especially his cherished grandchildren. He had a passion for sports, coaching soccer for many years, and proudly cheering...
Larry William Sweeney
Aug 1, 2025
Kokomo, Indiana – Larry William Sweeney, 85, passed away peacefully after being comforted by family and friends on August 1, 2025. His charming smile and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Larry was born on June 20, 1940, to parents Frank & Dorothy (Monahan) Sweeney in Indianapolis, Indiana. He attended Thomas Carr Howe High School, joining the...
Patricia M. Rexroat
Aug 1, 2025
Patricia “Pat” M. Rexroat, 79, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025.
Pat was born on March 6, 1946, in Sullivan, Indiana, to her beloved parents, Clarence R. Hylton and Lavina Jackson.
Pat was known for her kind heart, devotion to family, sense of humor, generosity, and her unconditional loving soul. Throughout her life, she enjoyed playing cards and...
Sara Jane Johnson
Aug 1, 2025
Sara Jane LeVora Johnson, age 48, of Plainfield, Indiana, lost her courageous battle with liver cancer passing away peacefully on the morning of Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home, surrounded by love and with her devoted husband by her side.
Sara started life February 11, 1977, in Bloomington, Indiana, welcomed by Thomas and Peggy (Woods) LeVora. She was their first...
Fletcher William Dykes
Jul 31, 2025
Fletcher William Dykes was born sleeping on July 31, 2025, in Noblesville, Indiana, to his loving parents, Craig and Elizabeth “Liz” (Thompson) Dykes. Though his time with us was brief, Fletcher’s presence left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who love him.
He was deeply cherished by his big sister, Addison “Addy”; his grandparents, Dan and Karen Dykes and...
Bonnie A. Daub
Jul 31, 2025
Bonnie A. Daub, 81, passed away peacefully July 31, 2025, in Indianapolis. She was born July 25, 1944, in Fairmount, IN to William Eugene & Peggy Ruth (Behr) Cox.
Bonnie was a 1962 graduate of Fairmount High School.
Bonnie was known for her love of ice cream, the color pink, enjoying nature, playing Euchre and trips to the beach, and fiercely...
Linda Ban
Jul 31, 2025
Linda Sue (Miley) Ban, 77, passed away peacefully on July 31st.
Born on February 13, 1948, in Indianapolis, Linda was the daughter of Ralph and Maxine Miley. She grew up in the city she would always call home and carried with her a deep love for learning and community throughout her life.
Linda pursued her passion for education at Ball State University,...
Jack E. Sheets
Jul 31, 2025
Jack E. Sheets passed on July 31, 2025, at the age of 97.
Jack was born on April 6, 1928, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Jean Ray/Plew on September 10,1955 and they shared a loving marriage until her passing March 16th, 2012.
Jack was known for his kind heart, devotion to family, generosity, and mostly his...
