Mary Elizabeth McGinnis Schmidt
Feb 19, 2025
Mary Elizabeth McGinnis Schmidt, Indianapolis, age 90, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. Mary was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, and a cherished member of the community, and a devoted Christian.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents Albert Hunt and Pauline (Konkle) Hunt, her husbands, Carl E. Schmidt and George McGinnis, and two of her children—a...
Betty Jeane LeClare
Feb 19, 2025
Betty Jeane LeClare (née McKinley), aged 98, born January 31, 1927, passed away on February 19, 2025. Betty is survived by her loving husband of nearly 71 years, Don LeClare; her sister Martha "Marty" Harding; her children Diane Grotjohn, Robert (Amy) LeClare, Thomas (Melissa) LeClare, and Carol (Kevin) Darling, 3 grandsons, 5 granddaughters, and 2 great grandsons. She was preceded...
James Michael Owens
Feb 19, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of James Michael Owens, affectionately known as both Jim and Mike, who died on February 19th, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on May 5th, 1944, Jim lived a life marked by dedication, service, and profound love for his family.
Jim proudly served his country in both the Army and...
Ronald Lee Medsker
Feb 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald L. Medsker, who passed on February 18, 2025, at the age of 69. Born in Indianapolis to Floyd and Pauline Medsker, Ron led a life full of love, generosity, and a fierce commitment to his family.
Ron was a dedicated and hard-working individual, spending many years as a Merchandiser...
Carol Sue Goshen
Feb 18, 2025
Carol Sue Goshen, passed away on February 18, 2025 at the age of 83. Carol was born in Indianapolis, IN on January 2, 1942 to parents, Allen D. and Marjorie J. (Huzzey) Wright. She graduated from Arsenal Tech High School. Carol worked as an administrative assistant during her career, retiring from Community Hospitals in 2004.
Carol enjoyed camping, cardinals, and playing...
Norma Jean (Jackson) Adams
Feb 18, 2025
Norma Jean (Jackson) Adams, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 18, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born in Louisville to the late Odie and Mary Jackson as the youngest of six siblings, all of whom predeceased her. Norma was a graduate of Shawnee High School. At age 18 she went to work at General Box...
Karen Ann Horn
Feb 18, 2025
Karen Ann Horn
September 29, 1972 to February 18, 2025
Karen Horn, 52, of Noblesville, passed away after a hard fought, two-year long battle with Colon cancer on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 29, 1972 to Billy and Bonnie Peel in Lexington, Kentucky.
Karen was a 1999 graduate of the University of...
Louise M. Bellon
Feb 17, 2025
Louise Margaret Bellon, 88, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2025. She was born on June 3, 1936, in South Bend, Indiana, to parents, Francis “Frank” Breen and Florence (Brenner) Breen.
Louise graduated from Indiana University as a Registered Nurse in 1958. In 1980, she went on to cofound Bellon Sales Associates, a successful Manufacturer’s Agency, with her husband,...
Joan M. Thiel
Feb 17, 2025
Joan M. Thiel, a devoted mother, wife, and friend, passed away on February 17th at the age of 94. Born on December 2, 1930, to Claud and Carol (Calmes) Pitsenberger, Joan was a lifelong resident of Indianapolis.
Joan graduated from Cathedral Grade School and St. Agnes Academy High School and later pursued higher education at Marian College. Her greatest joy in...
Larisa Alexandrovna Aslanyan
Feb 17, 2025
.It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Larisa Aslanyan, on February 17, 2025. Born in Russia in 1946, Larisa moved to Armenia as a child—a place she would grow to deeply love. At 21, she married her devoted husband, Edison, sharing over 50 loving years together before...
Jill A. Hobaugh
Feb 17, 2025
Jill Ann Hobaugh, 67, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2025. She was born on June 1, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was lovingly adopted by her parents, Jack and Eileen Cameron. Jill shared a deep, enduring bond with her parents, who played a significant role in her life.
Jill was a proud graduate of North Central High School and...
Shirley Ann Smith
Feb 17, 2025
Shirley Ann (Congleton) Smith of Speedway, Indiana passed away on February 17, 2025, at her residence. Shirley was born on August 30, 1933, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Cary Clifford and Henrietta Jeannette (Preston) Congleton.
Shirley retired from Essilor of America as a Branch Manager after 20 + years of service in 1999. She was a faithful...
Paul Marvin Jones, Sr.
Feb 16, 2025
Paul Marvin Jones, Sr., 75, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Paul was born in Greenwood, Indiana on November 8, 1949, to Willard Ancil and Thelma Pearl (O’Conner) Jones.
Paul graduated from Greenwood High School in 1967. He then pursued a degree in accounting and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business from Indiana University.
In 1971, he...
James Frederick Allison, Jr.
Feb 16, 2025
James F. Allison, Jr. 53 of Indianapolis, Indiana died Sunday, February 16, 2025. Jimmy was born February 4, 1972, to Barbara (Jody Walters) and James F. Allison. His career for more than 30 years was Complete Drywall, “hang, finish, texture, sand, cleanup.” Clients raved about his work ethic and talent.
Jimmy loved being with his family and friends. And Papaw thoroughly...
Herman Harold Amonett
Feb 16, 2025
Herman Harold Amonett, 94, went to his heavenly home on February 16, 2025. He was a selfless, giving man with a heart of gold. His compassion, generosity, happiness, and the constant smile on his face will be deeply missed. Mentos will always remind us of him.
Harold was born on June 28, 1930, to the late Robert Andrew & Lilly Jane...
Berton Mays
Feb 16, 2025
Berton Mays, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 79 years old.
Berton was born on July 24, 1945, in Manchester, Kentucky, to Claude and Catherine Mays. He was a proud Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1963 to 1968,...
Eric B. Pethtel
Feb 16, 2025
Eric Bryce Pethtel of Fishers, Indiana passed away February 16, 2025. Eric was born on January 6, 1965 in Robinson, Illinois to parents Janis (Pethtel) Bond and Richard Pethtel. He graduated from Robinson High School in 1983 and then attended ITT Technical Institute in Indianapolis where he earned his associates degree in electrical engineering. Eric started his career in public...
Lamont Conell Curtis
Feb 15, 2025
Lamont C. Curtis, 43, of Indianapolis, left this world too soon on February 15th, 2025. Lamont was born in Camp Springs, Maryland, Andrews Airforce Base, June 3rd, 1981, to parents Michael and Devonne Curtis.
Lamont moved with his family to Indianapolis as a child. He grew up on the east side of Indy and graduated from Arlington High School. He continued...
James "Mike' Morarity
Feb 15, 2025
James Michael Morarity, 83, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on February 15, 2025. He was born on February 11, 1942, in Bedford, Indiana, to parents, Francis and Margaret (Henderson) Morarity.
Mike loved to tell (and re-tell) stories of his childhood years in Mitchell, Indiana. He would be sure you knew this was the home of astronaut Gus Grissom and also home...