Jan 9, 2018

Thomas Arthur McAvoy, 93, of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018.

He was born on July 10, 1924 in Terre Haute, IN to the late Thomas and Naomi (Fleming) McAvoy.  Art was a 1942 graduate of Gerstmeyer High School and upon graduation, enlisted in the 517 Parachute Regimental Combat Team (PRCT) where he was awarded the Bronze Star...

Jan 8, 2018

Richard Lee Chance,

69, of Indianapolis, passed away Monday, January 8, 2018. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 8, 1948 to Albert W. and Charloitte O. Chance.

Richard absolutely adored his grandchildren, and loved being around them.  He could be described as a “Giving Soul.” He was so generous and thoughtful. For example, Richard was an active member...

Jan 8, 2018

 

William J. Hart, 94, of Indianapolis passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2018. Born on October 8, 1923, in Washington, C.H., Ohio, William was the son of the late Alonzo and Hattie Hart. After graduating from Washington, C. H., High School in 1941, William attended The Ohio State University briefly before joining the Army Air Corps in 1943...

Jan 7, 2018

Shirley Dean Nienhuis Proctor, 89, died peacefully with family by her side January 7, 2018. Shirley was born and grew up in Holland, Michigan. She attended Hope College and Western Michigan University, married Jim Proctor, and came to Indianapolis some 60 years ago.

 

Shirley Proctor was a member of First Friends Meeting, rug hooking groups, volunteer committees, and served...

Jan 7, 2018

Michael Dean Brooking, 42, of Indianapolis, passed away January 7, 2018. He was born on August 1, 1975 in Indianapolis as the son of Dean Vincent and Marian Rae. He graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1993.

Mike enjoyed woodworking and he was a cabinet maker for many years at Miller Maid Cabinets. He also enjoyed the outdoors, fishing...

Jan 7, 2018

James Richard Penman passed away peacefully in his residence at Marquette Manor, Indianapolis, Indiana on January 7, 2018. Mr. Penman was born in Brazil, Indiana to parents Ruth Nance and James C. Penman on April 2, 1925. He is preceded in death by his parents, his baby brother John, and his beloved wife Virginia.

James attended Episcopal High School in...

Jan 6, 2018

Joyce Joan Unger Kellam (95) of Carmel, Indiana passed away 1.6.2018. Born to Hannah Fern (Brookie) Unger and Lloyd Unger 9.12.1922 on a farm in Boone County, Indiana. She was preceded in death (7.16.90) by her loving husband of 48 years Dr. Raymond O. Kellam (Captain USN & Judge). She attended schools in Indiana, Dover, until third grade and then...

Jan 6, 2018

Patty L. (Colby) Niebrugge

86, of Indianapolis, passed away January 6, 2018.  Patty was born in York, Nebraska on November 15, 1931 to the late, Claude M. and Goldie M. (Elliott) Colby.

Patty graduated from high school at the age of 16 and began her teaching career in a one-room school in Nebraska.  She went on to earn her bachelor’s...

Jan 6, 2018

Mr. Shirley Ray Harber, 79, of Fountaintown, passed away on January 6, 2018.

Ray was born on December 17, 1938 in Livingston, KY to the late Lorine Betrice Riddell Harber and Arthur Jenkins Harber. He worked for Beech Grove Shops Railroad for 6 years, and retired from Ford Motor Company after 37 years of loyal service. Ray was an animal...

Jan 6, 2018

Marilyn S. Herald, 80 of Indianapolis, passed away on January 6, 2018. She was born on June 28, 1937 in Indianapolis, to Howard and Pearl Callahan.

Marilyn enjoyed reading novels and working puzzles. She enjoyed eating Chinese food. She also had a passion for exotic cats and her dog, Toby. Marilyn loved spending time with her family and socializing with...

Jan 6, 2018

Bella Albano, 80, of Noblesville, IN, formerly of Washington, PA died peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2018. She was born December 30, 1937 in Bishop, PA, a daughter of the late Primo DePaoli and Thresa Nicola Petro.

After graduating from Canonsburg High School in 1955, Bella proudly served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1959 and was stationed...

Jan 5, 2018

 

In Richmond, Indiana, Marilyn B. (Butler) Sutherlin was born into the family of Maude and Earl Butler on December 18, 1929; the fourth of their five children.  At home in Cambridge City, Indiana, brother Earl Junior, sisters Bobbie (Roberta) and Suzanne greeted her and seven years after Marilyn, baby sister Virginia completed the family.  All preceded her in death.

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Jan 5, 2018

Anastacio “Jun” Hilario

60, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 5, 2018.  He is survived by his wife, Alicia R. Hilario and daughter, Stephanie R. Hilario.  Service will be Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 5 pm with calling one hour prior at Flanner Buchanan-Broad Ripple.

Jan 4, 2018

Jackson Parks Roberts, 18, Carmel, Indiana, passed away January 4, 2018.  He was born June 17, 1999, in Indianapolis, the son of James A. Roberts and Robin R. (Ratcliff) Roberts.

Jackson was a senior at Carmel High School.  He had already received acceptance letters from Indiana University and Ball State University, but was anxiously awaiting on his Purdue University acceptance...

Jan 4, 2018

Anna Marie Pantina of Indianapolis died January 4, 2018 at the age of 88.

She was born September 28, 1929 to the late Frank and Helen Pantina in Brooklyn, New York. Indianapolis has been her home for almost 30 years.

Anna previously attended New Wineskin Ministries until she became ill. She will be remembered as a happy person who always...

Jan 4, 2018

Sheryl Ann Curbeaux, 66, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away January 4, 2018. She was born March 18, 1951 to David and Mary Duncan in Richmond, Indiana.

Though born in Richmond, she was a lifelong resident of Indy. She married Jerry Curbeaux April 18, 1986. Family remembers her as a spunky “hoot” who enjoyed music from Elvis to country and dancing,...

Jan 4, 2018

97, Indianapolis, died January 4, 2018. Born in Johnson County on January 26, 1920. Married in 1942 to Timothy Edward Oakes (deceased 2003) in Indianapolis. Loving mother to two sons—Gary Edward Oakes (Ruth) and Ronald Wayne Oakes. Grandmother to Jennifer Harris (Randy), Kristin Ramsey (Lee), Step-grandsons Kevin Martlage (Rebecca), Eric Martlage (Mindy) and Great-grandmother to grandson Matthew and granddaughters Sophia,...

Jan 4, 2018

Joseph J. Salfity, 96 of Carmel, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2018.  He was born October 3, 1921 in Palestine to the late Jamil and Tamam Salfity.  Joseph retired from the Bank of New England where he was manager of their trust department.  He was a member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Indianapolis.

Funeral services will be...

Jan 3, 2018

Rosemary Percifield, age 91, of Indianapolis, passed away January 3, 2018.  Rosemary was born in Indianapolis, IN on October 28, 1926 to the late Albert Edward and Mable Marie (Little) Greilich.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Glenn “Bud” Percifield; sister, Ruth R. Stephens and brother, Albert E. Greilich, Jr.  She is survived by her sons: Jack...

Jan 3, 2018