Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
James Richard Knose
Feb 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of James Knose
The consistent themes in the life of Jim Knose were resilience, steadfastness, and tenacity. Jim was born on August 14, 1928. He was the youngest child in a family of 9 children, raised by his mother Emma. He lost his father at a very early age, so he became particularly close to his eldest brother...
Julie Lynn (Delk) Sexton
Feb 19, 2026
Julie Lynn (Delk) Sexton
February 1, 1973 — February 19, 2026, Indianapolis
Julie Lynn Sexton, 53, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 19, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, IN on February 1, 1973 to Robert (Steven) and Kristi Delk.She completed her education at Hamilton Southeastern. Throughout her career, she held positions at several different workplaces until her physical condition prevented her...
Glenn R. Sexton
Feb 19, 2026
Glenn Roy Sexton, 85, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born in Corbin, Kentucky on September 11, 1940, to William (Bill) and Crystal Sexton.
He retired from his position at Wonder Bread Bakery and took on various odd jobs for a few years before choosing to embrace a leisurely lifestyle.
He took great pleasure in visiting yard sales,...
Patricia Ann Garrett
Feb 18, 2026
Patricia Ann Garrett, 90, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at her home in Magnolia Springs Bridgewater in Carmel, Indiana. She was born on January 5, 1936, in Gadsden, Alabama, the daughter of Margaret Louise (Allen) Milner and Clifford E. Robinson. Pat grew up in Norfolk, Virginia, where she married the love of her life, Thomas “Tommy” Garrett, on...
Melinda L. Memmer
Feb 18, 2026
Melinda Lou Memmer, 79, of Indianapolis, passed away February 18th, 2026. She was born January 13th, 1947, in Batesville, Indiana to parents Letha and Millard Harman Jr.
Melinda grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from Lawrence Central High School. She continued her education at University of Evansville.
Melinda worked as a medical assistant and office manager for many years, a career in...
Terry R. Schultz
Feb 18, 2026
Terry Robert Schultz, 64, passed away on February 18, 2026. While his passing was sudden, his life was anything but defined by one moment. Terry’s life was beautiful and was instead defined by deep faith, quiet strength, steadiness, humility, and a heart that gave far more than it ever asked for.
Terry showed his love for others and for God not...
Karen Starks
Feb 18, 2026
Karen Starks, 76 died Wednesday, February 18th at her Indianapolis, IN home. Karen was born on September 15, 1949, in Evansville, Indiana, the only child of George and Emma Pauline Dieterle, both deceased.
Karen earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. She was a very much respected educator with Indianapolis Public School beginning as an elementary school...
Margie Elizabeth Knox
Feb 18, 2026
Margie Elizabeth Knox of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away February 18, 2026, at 77 years of age. She is survived by her loving daughter, Lesley Shell, her son, Kevan Knox, her grandchildren, Josephine Anderson, Alexandria Knox, Vincent Knox, her sister, Judy Bentley, and her brothers, Phillip Harmon, and Gene Harmon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Buck and...
Janis Marie Rohrman
Feb 18, 2026
Janis “Dollie” M. Rohrman, passed away on February 18, 2026. Born to Nelle VanTreese in Chicago in 1928, Dollie never claimed to be any older than 39. She was a red-headed spitfire, topping out at a towering 4 feet 9 inches tall with the heart of a lion.
Together with her mother Nelle and brother Jerry VanTreese, they moved to Indianapolis...
Devin S. Kiernan
Feb 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Devin Kiernan
Devin Kiernan of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 42. He was born in Indianapolis on August 17, 1983, to parents David and Stacey Jo (Campbell) Kiernan.
Devin is survived by his sisters, Courtney Kiernan, Samantha Williams, and Cassundra Wanner. He was preceded in death by both of his parents.
Devin...
Jill S. Schnitzmeyer
Feb 17, 2026
Jill S. Schnitzmeyer, 68, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1957, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents, Emory Raymond Schaeffer and Judith (Aldrich) Schaeffer.
Jill was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her presence was steady and comforting, and she meant more to those who loved her than words can fully express....
Joyce E. Osborn
Feb 17, 2026
Joyce Evelyn Osborn of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to be with her Lord and her loving husband of 71 years with her family by her side. She was born on November 6th, 1930, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Earl and Ruby Taylor.
She was a homemaker who loved caring for her family and was a...
Vessie M. Davis
Feb 17, 2026
Vessie Morl Davis, 87, of Indianapolis, passed away February 17, 2026. Vessie was born in Wild Cherry, Arkansas on January 24, 1939, to parents, Eli Ben Davis and Chestine Staggs Wilkes.
Vessie dedicated 45 years of his life to his work as a machinist, retiring in 2004 after a steadfast career. He took great pride in his work, believing deeply in...
Thomas Gus Mavrikis
Feb 17, 2026
A very much loved husband, father, grandfather, Thomas Mavrikis, 88 of Carmel, Indiana passed away peacefully with his family and friends present at his side.
He was born November 30, 1937 in Perista, Greece and carried his Greek heritage with pride throughout his life. He was sent to America at the age of 13 to avoid the war in Greece. He...
Dr. H. Lane Ferree
Feb 17, 2026
Harry Lane Ferree, M.D., of Indianapolis, died February 17, 2026 at home. He was 88 years old.
Dr. Ferree was born May 21, 1937, in Indianapolis. He was the son of the late Edwin H. Ferree and Helen Schaumleffel Ferree and the brother of the late Thomas H. Ferree. He was a graduate of Shortridge High School, Wabash College, where he...
Rev. William Joseph Bean
Feb 16, 2026
REV. WILLIAM JOSEPH BEAN passed from his earthly life of 83 years on February 16, 2026, at his home in Alexandria, Tennessee, attended by his wife, Martha. Born to Rev. Joe L. and Dorothy Walker Bean, his early childhood and teenage years were lived in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Indiana as a “PK” (pastor’s kid). Bill, as he was best...
Catherine M. Szakel
Feb 16, 2026
Catherine Mae (Radez) Szakel 93 of Plainfield, Indiana passed away February 16, 2026. She was married to Louis M. Szakel for 58 years until his passing in 2010. Catherine had seven children, two of whom preceded her in death: Michael and Anthony. Catherine was a devoted wife, mother, and a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived...
Karen Sue (Susie) Lay
Feb 16, 2026
Karen Sue (Susie) Lay, age 78, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on February 16th 2026.
Susie was a 1965 graduate of Arlington High School in Indianapolis, IN. She had many positions with Royal Pin, where she ended her career as bookkeeper.
Susie was an active member in the bowling community and was on many leagues during her lifetime. She was a member...
Michael L. O'Brien
Feb 15, 2026
Michael L. O'Brien, a dedicated Iron Worker and esteemed welder, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Indianapolis, where he was born on November 29, 1943. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, family devotion, and cherished memories that will endure in the hearts of those who knew him.
With over 50 years of experience in his trade, Michael was...
David J. Sosinsky
Feb 15, 2026
David “Dave” Sosinsky of Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on November 29, 1957, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to John and Mary Sosinsky. He was a proud older brother to his sister, Michelle Sosinsky.
As a young man, Dave attended the University of Toronto, where he met...
