Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

Nov 24, 2017

Susan (Susie) Elaine (Knoy) Brown

 

65, of Zionsville passed away on Friday, November 24, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born April 11, 1952 in Lafayette to the late Coy Knoy and Alice (Vanderkolk) (Knoy) Linder. Following Coy’s death, Alice married Vincent Linder, who was a father to Susie.

Susie attended Battle Ground High School and...

Nov 24, 2017

Norma Ruth (Lewellyn) Welsh

Norma Welsh passed away peacefully early Friday morning, November 24, 2017, just hours past her 91st birthday.  She was quite ready to be with the Lord and once again see her beloved husband Jack, two years deceased.

Norma was a devoted mother to Susan (Marr), Indianapolis and Doug Welsh, Cincinnati.  She was loving “Grandmom” to seven...

Nov 24, 2017

Edward Joseph Beyer entered eternal rest on November 24, 2017.

He is survived by his parents David Michael and Ann Elizabeth Ehlers Beyer; siblings Michael Vincent Beyer and Elizabeth Ellen Beyer; grandparents Michael and Donna Beyer and Clarence and Sara “Sally” Ehlers; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Graveside services will be held 2:30 PM Wednesday, November 29...

Nov 23, 2017

Reverend James Link, 72, went to be with his heavenly father on November 23, 2017 at home surrounded by his wife, siblings and children in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on July 16, 1945 in Saint Louis, MO.

Pastor Jim Link grew up in Hazelwood, MO. He graduated from Hazelwoood High School in Hazelwood, MO in 1963.

After high school...

Nov 23, 2017

Walter Ray McDonald, 80, of Greenfield, passed away at home on Thursday, November 23, 2017.

He was born on February 28, 1937 in Indianapolis to the late Covert and Hortense (Jenkins) McDonald.  Walt attended Broad Ripple High School and graduated from Arsenal Tech High School in 1954.  He served honorably in the U.S. Army and following his discharge Walt sold...

Nov 23, 2017

Juanita Sue Norris,

67, passed away on November 23, 2017. She lived most of her life on the west side of Indianapolis and recently moved to Ft. Wayne, IN. She was born on April 8, 1950 to Robert Milton and Barbara Fain Cole. Juanita was the best homemaker in the best home and was an outstanding mother to all. She...

Nov 23, 2017

Donna Jean (Owens) Gowin, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 23, 2017. She was born on July 30, 1939 in Indianapolis as the daughter of Emery and Helen (Barber) Owens. She graduated from Southport High School.

Donna was a member of Horizon Christian Fellowship Church in Indianapolis. She enjoyed reading her bible and listening to Christian music.

Donna will...

Nov 23, 2017

Timothy J. Hanrahan, 72, Westfield, IN, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2017.  He was raised in Omaha, NE the son of the late Daniel Patrick and Regina (Dannehy) Hanrahan.

Tim “The Snake” Hanrahan is a member of the Creighton Prep Hall of Fame as part of the 1964 Nebraska state basketball championship team.

He married his high school sweetheart,...

Nov 23, 2017

Diana Sue “Susie” (Lutes) Manker 75 of Indianapolis died November 23, 2017.  Diana was born on May 19, 1942 in Indianapolis to Ruford Cletus and Alice Marie (Hicks) Lutes.  Diana was a member of the Speedway Christian Church.  She worked for IPS in the School Cafeteria Lunch Services.  She was preceded in death by her daughter in law Michelle R...

Nov 22, 2017

Nov 22, 2017

Eva Lois Lunsford (“Lois”), born on June 10, 1931 in Gate City, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 10:35 p.m. surrounded by family.  Lois is survived by her son James Lunsford (spouse Jo), daughters Betty Sanders (spouse Rick) and Polly Clemenza, 11 grandchildren, and 24 great grandchildren. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, James...

Nov 22, 2017

Cheri L. (Gangwer) King ,54, passed away at Riverview Health Hospital on Wednesday, November 23rd.

Cheri was born on March 7th, 1963 to Charlotte (Woolsey) and Phillip Gangwer. She graduated from Lawrence Central High School in 1982 where she excelled in playing volleyball.

Cheri was a great mother and caregiver to any and all who were in need. She loved...

Nov 22, 2017

Bill Thomas Peek

78, of McCordsville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents: Claude and Pauline Peek, and his sister: Pat Peek. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Mickey; his brothers John(Becky), Ricky(Kathy), Terry(Robin); his children: Jason(Danyil) Peek, Renee Smith, and Tina(Thad) Ison...

Nov 22, 2017

Carolyn M. Harding, 82, Carmel, passed away November 22, 2017.  She was born October 26, 1935, in Greer, Ohio, the daughter of the late H. Willard and Fern V. (Temple) Dunn.

Carolyn retired from Mississinewa Schools as an elementary school teacher after 37 years of service. She enjoyed sewing and was a wonderful cook.

She is survived by her loving...

Nov 22, 2017

William “Bill” B. Marshall Jr 79 of Greenwood formerly Indianapolis IN died November 22, 2017.  Bill was born in Oceana, W VA December 06, 1937 to William B and Lessie T (Treadway) Marshall.  Bill served our country in the U.S. Army and was a dump truck tri axle driver for A & N Trucking CO where he retired in 2003....

Nov 22, 2017

Barbara Guy Frost, 87, Noblesville, passed away November 22, 2017.  She was born July 19, 1930, in Memphis, TN, the daughter of the late Billy Estes Sr. and Mary Louise (Croft) Guy.  She married Richard E. Frost on July 1, 1949, and he preceded her in passing on November 12, 2011.

 Barbara was a 1947 graduate of Broad Ripple High...

Nov 21, 2017

James H. “Jim” McNary, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2017.

Jim was born on October 24, 1934 in Winamac, IN to the late Oren H. and Helen (Buis) McNary.  He attended Purdue University and pursued a career in Civil Engineering.  He later worked at Poindexter Excavating for 34 years as a Construction Estimator.  He was...

Nov 21, 2017

Frank Amich, 99 of Indianapolis, passed away on November 21, 2017. He was born on December 9, 1917 in Logansport, to the late Frank Wesner and Della Amich.

Frank was an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion. He enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren.

Frank was preceded in passing...

Nov 21, 2017

Dr. Gerald E. Wilcox, 92

Dr. Gerald (Jerry) Eugene Wilcox, 92, recently of Carmel IN, died peacefully Tuesday November 21, 2017 at his daughter’s home in Lafayette IN. He was born July 17 1925 in Wautoma WI to Rose and Willard Wilcox.

Jerry served in the United States Navy during World War II (1943 to 1946) as an Electronic Technician,...

Nov 21, 2017

Jessica King,

70, of Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. She was born in Indianapolis, IN on June 10, 1947 to Paul Joseph Forey, Sr. and Helen Louise Forey.

Jessica was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Frederick Forey, Mike Forey, and Ruby Sowers. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, William Fredrick King; son,...