Gary Claude Jenkins
Jul 9, 2024
Gary Claude Jenkins, was born in San Antonio, Texas to Claude Bright Jenkins and Cecilia Ruth (Frye) Jenkins May 4, 1937. Gary graduated from Poe Junior High (1952) (his favorite school) and Brackenridge High School (1955) in San Antonio. Gary married Norma Faye Pyles in San Antonio, Texas April 2, 1962. He is survived by wife “Faye” and sons Alan...
Judith Smith
Jul 8, 2024
In Memory of Judith Smith
Born January 3, 1937
Passed July 8, 2024
Judith was a resident of Indianapolis, Indiana most of her life. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Judith was preceded in death by her husband, James Smith, and her daughter Barbara Wise. She is survived by her children; Ronda Williams, Linda Hipskind, Jacquline Estep, Watt Wise,...
Merrill A. Blackwell
Jul 8, 2024
Merrill A. Blackwell, 88, of Indianapolis passed away on July 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Merrill was born on November 25, 1935, in Indianapolis to his parents, Carl and Alma Blackwell.
Merrill married the love of his life, Marylyn, on July 21, 1956. He was a devoted husband for 68 years. Together they raised three boys: Mike, Gary, and...
Mickie M. Jones
Jul 7, 2024
Mickie Michelle Jones, 53, left this world entirely too soon. Mickie passed away surrounded by family & friends on Sunday July 7th, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mickie was born January 10th, 1971, in Malvern, Arkansas, to loving parents Frederick and Beverly (Danner) Jones.
Mickie was raised in Arkadelphia, Arkansas where she attended both elementary & middle schools. Mickie graduated from Malvern...
Kenneth Arthur Merritt
Jul 7, 2024
It is with shattered hearts that we must share the passing of devoted husband and father, Kenneth Arthur Merritt, 67, of Carmel, on Sunday, July 7, 2024. After a grueling battle with brain cancer, Ken took his final breath peacefully and without pain in the arms of his loving wife of 30 years, Dinah.
Ken’s memory will be cherished by his...
LaVern B Banks
Jul 7, 2024
LaVern B. Banks
74 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on July 7, 2024. Lavern was born on April 13, 1950, in Jackson, TN to the late John and Estella Woods. She was retired from Central State Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents and five brother. She is survived by her children, Kimberly Banks, Raymond (Donichica) Banks and Shawn...
Mary Ann Rosner
Jul 7, 2024
Mary Ann (Oprisu) Rosner was born on August 25, 1933 and died at age 90 on July 7, 2024 of congestive heart failure. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Paul, her parents Nick and Anna Oprisu, brothers Nick and Emil, sister Letitia (Tootsie) Gindele, and daughter-in-law Tori Rosner. Mary Ann was born and raised in Terre Haute,...
Millie Louise Matthews
Jul 7, 2024
Millie Louise Matthews 77 years old of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on July 7, 2024. She was born October 28, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Taylor Eugene and Dorothy Delores (McAlhaney) Melson. Millie worked as an Accountant in the Healthcare field for many years. She enjoyed taking trips with her husband Bill, on their Goldwing motorcycle, working with...
Luna Rose Veenstra
Jul 7, 2024
Luna Rose Veenstra, Fishers, was born sleeping on July 7, 2024, at Community North Hospital. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to Nathaniel David Veenstra and Katelin Beth (Swartzendruber) Veenstra. She was 7 pounds, 15 ounces and 21 inches long. [Her parents are grateful for the time spent with her at the hospital.]
She is survived by her parents, her siblings...
James "Jim" Jarrett
Jul 6, 2024
Mr. James “Jim” Jarrett, 73, of Indianapolis, passed away July 6th, 2024. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 14th, 1951.
Jim grew up in Cincinnati.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, serving mostly in Intelligence. He continued his service in the military until he retired.
Jim married Joan “Lee” LaPrell. They shared 11...
Oscar Guillermo Pineda-Guifarro
Jul 6, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana – Oscar Guillermo Pineda Guifarro, de 73 años, fallecio en El Hospital Eskenasi despues de haber estado acompañado por su familia el 6 de Julio del 2024. Oscar nacio El 12 de mayo de 1951, Hijo del Sr Oscar Pineda Vasquez y la Sra Estela Guifarro Paz.
Oscar era un hombre muy amable y muy trabajador quien se desempeño...
Mary Slaughter
Jul 6, 2024
Mary “Sista” Slaughter, aged 104, passed away peacefully on 07/06/2024, at home, with the love of her family nearby.
Mary was born on October 29, 1919, in Elkton, KY, to Sam and Ownie Wisdom; alongside 4 siblings. She graduated from Todd County High School in Elkton, KY. Mary moved to Indianapolis, In in 1944, where she met and married Dallas Slaughter....
Natalia Castaneda
Jul 6, 2024
Indianapolis - Natalia Castaneda Castro, 77, went to be with our Lord on July 6th, 2024 peacefully at home after her long battle with cancer.
Born in Zacatecas, Mexico Natalia was one of ten children of Esteban and Leonor Castro. Natalia grew up in Zacatecas and later came to America with her father as a teenager. Natalia met the love of...
Frederick Uyeda
Jul 5, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana – Frederick Uyeda, 86, passed away peacefully after being comforted by friends and family. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii to parents Alfred Uyeda and Betsy Tsumoto on July 14, 1937.
Fred attended Purdue University, graduating in 1961 with his master’s degree in electrical engineering. Afterwards, he answered the call and enlisted with the United States Army where he...
Roselyn Joyce Willacker
Jul 5, 2024
Roselyn Joyce Willacker, 85 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024.
Rose was born on February 12, 1939 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a daughter of George R. and Ida (Hider) Elich. She is preceded in death by her parents.
In her younger years Rose was a very talented tennis player. She was very active, enjoyed doing yard work and had...
Allison Kaye Farren
Jul 4, 2024
Allison Kaye Farren, 38, a life-long resident of Anderson, passed away July 4, 2024, at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital. She always loved the July 4th fireworks and this transitional date seems chosen for her to leave her earthly life.
She was born May 6, 1986 in Anderson, daughter of Greg Farren and Susan Cunningham Farren.
Allison was a competitive gymnast, a...
Michael C. McGovern
Jul 4, 2024
Michael C. McGovern, age 56, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at his home on July 4, 2024.
Born on March 21, 1968 in Indianapolis, IN. Michael was the cherished son of Mary B. McGovern (Byrne) and the late James D. McGovern.
Mike cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren, sharing his love for the Indianapolis 500, and enjoying outdoor activities. Mike...
Steven Wayne Inman
Jul 4, 2024
Steven Wayne Inman, 54, Indianapolis, passed away July 4, 2024. He was born in Rock Island, IL to Teddy Jay Inman and Gloria Inman. He graduated from Moline High School in 1988 and worked for River Ridge Apartments as a maintenance supervisor. Steve loved to fish and hit the range, but what he loved most of all, was talking with...
Henry Castillo
Jul 4, 2024
Henry Castillo entered eternal rest Thursday, July 4th at his residence at Traditions of North Willow in Indianapolis, Indiana.
He is survived by his sons Daniel Castillo (Dianne) and John Castillo (Shelley), beloved grandchildren Claire Castillo, Lauren (Lodi) Castillo and Isabel Hillestad, his sister Yolanda Smith and many nieces and nephews.
Henry Castillo was born in Chicago, Illinois to Jose and Maria...
Mary Lou Williams
Jul 4, 2024
Mary Lou Williams, 90 of Carmel, IN, formerly of Sellersburg, IN, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Hospital. Mary Lou was born November 27, 1933 in Louisville, KY to the late Owen and Alna Bradley.
Mary Lou was a Kentucky Colonel and had a gratifying career working in Human Resources Administration for Jaggers Equipment Co., Executive...