Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Jacqueline M. Lyon
Nov 25, 2017
Jacqueline “Jackie” M Lyon died Saturday, November 25, 2017 at the age of 85. She died peacefully surrounded by love and family members in her home.
She leaves her husband Carlos “Corby” M Lyon, her brother Lawrence March, her children Janice Lyon, Bruce Lyon, Kurt Lyon (Paula), Laura Lyon-Fuller, Craig Lyon (Dawne), Eric Lyon and thirteen grandchildren.
She was preceded...
Donald Lee Hart
Nov 25, 2017
Donald Lee “Don” Hart
79, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2017. Don was born in Indianapolis, IN on June 14, 1938 to parents, Joseph A. and Dorothy M. (Brinkmann) Hart. Don was a graduate of Purdue University. During his career, Don worked as a computer programmer at RCA for 19 years and at AFNB for 9...
Susan Elaine Brown
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...
Norma Ruth (Lewellyn) Welsh
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...
Edward Joseph Beyer
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...
James Carl Link
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...
Walter Ray Mcdonald
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...
Juanita Sue Norris
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...
Donna Jean Gowin
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...
Timothy J. Hanrahan
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,...
Diana Sue "Susie" Manker
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...
Eva "Lois" Lunsford
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...
Cheri Gangwer King
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...
Bill Thomas Peek
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...
Carolyn M Harding
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...
William "Bill" B. Marshall Jr.
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....
Barbara Guy Frost
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...
James "Jim" H. Mcnary
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...
Frank Amich
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...

