Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas

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,...

Nov 21, 2017

John William Sweezy passed away on November 21st 2017 at the age of 85. He was surrounded by family and went peacefully. He was considered to be the greatest County Chairman to have ever graced the position, serving as Marion County Republican Chairman for more than 28 years beginning in 1972.

Except for 1974 during the Nixon debacle, under his...

Nov 21, 2017

William J. “Billy” Vandenberg, 59, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 21, 2017. He was born on March 5, 1958 in Cheverly, Maryland.

Billy worked for Glenmark Construction as a carpenter for many years before he retired. He enjoyed camping, traveling and spending time with his family.

Billy is survived by his son, Nicholas Godbey; longtime companion, Denelda Parmer; longtime...

Nov 20, 2017

Dianne Hull, 73, of Carmel, passed away on November 20, 2017. She was born on June 10, 1944, in Goshen, the daughter of Sheldon and Geraldine (Gibson) McClain.

 Dianne was most passionate about her family and her faith in God.  She loved attending Genesis Church in Carmel with her family. She will leave behind fond memories of the time spent...

Nov 20, 2017

Glenn M. Williams

93, Indianapolis, passed away peacefully in the loving presence of his children on November 20, 2017. Glenn was born on March 18, 1924 to Lewis C. and Margaret A. (Johnson) Williams. He grew up near Brookside Park on the east side of Indianapolis, attended St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church and School and Cathedral High School. At...

Nov 20, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Doctor Kevin Rodgers announces his tragic passing on Monday, November 20, 2017, at the age of 61. Kevin was born December 21, 1955, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Anne and Frank Rodgers.

Kevin earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in 1977, his physician’s associate degree from Emory...

Nov 20, 2017

Michael Fahey, 76, Carmel, also formerly of Greenwood and Indianapolis, passed away on November 20, 2017. He was born September 17, 1941, in Vincennes, the son of the late Curtis and Ellen (Mulheron) Fahey.

Michael honorably served in the Indiana National Guard from 1964 until 1969. He retired from Rolls Royce formerly known as General Motors’ Allison Gas Turbine Division.

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