Local Obituaries for Families in Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Areas
Phyllis Marie Babinsky
Sep 24, 2026
Phyllis (Marie) Babinsky, 77, of Indianapolis passed away September 24th, 2026. She was born in Manistee, Michigan on August 7th, 1949, to parents Joseph and Leah Raymond.
Phyllis was the devoted wife to her husband David for 56 years, but the most dominant part of her legacy is the role she played in the nurturing and development of her children:
First is...
Ruth Elizabeth Coleman
Sep 24, 2026
Ruth Elizabeth (Cobb) Coleman was the daughter of the Rev. Heedlie M. Cobb and Elizabeth (Breedlove) Cobb.
Ruth was married to Thomas D. Coleman for almost 50 years, and they were parents of David Coleman, Lisa Coleman, Sydney (Coleman) Ehmke, and John Coleman, and had several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
For most of that time, the family resided in New Castle, IN,...
Diana Camelia Callahan
Sep 24, 2026
Diana Callahan, 50, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on September 24, 2026. She was born on November 4, 1975, in Timișoara, România, to parents, Viorel Isac and Ligia Isac.
Born and raised in Romania, Diana’s early life and values were shaped by her family, her faith, and the strength of the community around her. She completed law school and earned her...
Anita Morgan
Sep 24, 2026
Anita Morgan, 68, passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2026.
She was the daughter of Max Bowman and Faye (Merrill) Bowman. For two decades, Anita shared her life with Jerry Morgan. Before his passing, they enjoyed going on long road trips and cultivating a large backyard garden. She loved to do genealogical research in her spare time. Anita was an enthusiastic...
Joseph E. Sniadecki
Sep 24, 2026
Joseph Sniadecki of Carmel, IN, passed away on September 24, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born in South Bend, on May 30, 1946, to parents, Joseph and Clara (Szafranski) Sniadecki.
Joe is an Army Veteran, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. He earned a Bachelor and Masters Degree in Accounting from Indiana University and worked as...
Paul E. Coy III
Sep 23, 2026
Paul E. Coy III, 76, of Indianapolis Indiana, passed away September 23, 2026, at IU University Hospital after a brief battle of cancer, surrounded by the love of family and his Savior.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul E. and Anna J. Coy Jr; daughter Melisa Hernandez; nephew Michael R. Coy; sister-in-law Kay Redleman; sister-in-law Kathy Daniels; brother-in-law...
Sandra Jean Cook
Sep 23, 2026
Sandra Jean Cook, née Schneider, passed peacefully on September 23, 2026, in Westfield, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on June 30, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky, and lived a life marked by warmth, energy, and a deep love for the people around her.
Sandra was fun loving, made the most out of life, and truly never...
Shirley Pickett
Sep 22, 2026
Shirley Pickett
December 26, 1947 – September 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of a Remarkable Woman
Shirley Pickett was born on December 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Catherine Neyland and Luther Pickett. As their firstborn child, Shirley began a life that would be defined by strength, independence, determination, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved. On September 22, 2026, Shirley departed...
Jeffery C. Barnes
Sep 22, 2026
Jeffery Caldwell Barnes was born on March 6, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He departed this life on September 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by service, hard work, family, and a genuine appreciation for the simple things that brought people together.
Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Cheatam; his father, Louis Caldwell; his sisters, Mildred Tardy and...
Betty Jane Drake
Sep 22, 2026
Betty Jane Drake passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 97. She was born on February 18, 1929, in Morgan County, Indiana. Betty was a 1947 graduate of Eminence High School. She was married to Hiram C. Drake for 56 years until his passing in 2006. She worked for Western Electric for 25 years.
Betty was a member...
Charles Davies Underbrink
Sep 22, 2026
Charles (Charlie) Underbrink, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026. Born on October 19, 1939, Charles was the cherished son of Elizabeth King Underbrink and Iranaeus Underbrink. He was preceded in death by his dear brother, Tom Underbrink, and both parents.
Charlie grew up in Spring Green,Wisconsin, where he was valedictorian of his graduating class...
Thomas Harvey Miller
Sep 22, 2026
Thomas H. Miller lived a life dedicated to service, leadership, family, and helping others. When asked how he wanted to be remembered, his answer was simple: he liked to help people. That commitment guided his life at home, in the fire service, in organized labor, and throughout the State of Indiana.
Born September 9, 1946 at St. Vincent in Indianapolis, Tom...
Lawrence Eugene Gordon
Sep 22, 2026
Lawrence Eugene “Gene” Gordon, 90, of Muncie, Indiana, passed away on September 22, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1936, in Orestes, Indiana, to parents, the late Paul Raymond and Florence Elizabeth (Lamberton) Gordon. In April 1961, he married the love of his life, Patricia (Knotek) Gordon, and together they built a life filled with devotion, family, and faith....
Lila Mae Martin
Sep 21, 2026
Lila Mae Martin was born on May 26, 1945 in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Ella Lee Ashley and John Dudley Nolen Sr. Lila attended public schools and was a high school track star.
Lila married young to Johnny Hubbard and to this union Sara Louise Hubbard was born. Lila then migrated to Minneapolis, Minnesota and later went on to marry AJ...
David Carr
Sep 21, 2026
David Carr of Indianapolis passed away on September 21, 2026 in his home. He was born on August 16, 1956 and recently celebrated his 70th birthday. He is survived by his daughter Lauren, siblings Karen (Brian), Kevin (Nancy), Dennis (Renee), Rita (Michael), Matthew (Kim), and Tony (Shannon); many nieces, nephews, and extended family; lots of friends, and his beloved dog...
Judy Kay Cox
Sep 21, 2026
Judy Kay Cox of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2026, at 81 years of age. She was born on October 15, 1944, in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Fred and Mary (Carter) Lancing. Judy was a Secretary for the Indiana State Police from 1990-2010. She enjoyed spending time with her family and flowers. She was dearly loved...
Thomas David Huckleberry
Sep 21, 2026
Thomas D. Huckleberry, 83, Of Greenfield, Indiana, died at home on September 21 , 2026. He was born in Indianapolis on February 1, 1943 to the late Alvis and Irene Huckleberry. Tom attended Christ the King grade school and Cathedral High School and graduated from Saint Joseph College in Rensselaer, Indiana. Upon graduating, he served in the United States Army....
Shirley Marie Bower
Sep 20, 2026
Shirley M. (Jones) Bower, 89, of Greenwood, IN, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026. She was born February 26, 1937, in Indianapolis, IN. Shirley married William “Bill” E. Bower on June 3, 1955, in Greenwood, IN; he preceded her in death on July 1, 2008.
Shirley was an active member of Greenwood Christian Church, where she faithfully served for many...
Lorraine Dodson-Gater
Sep 20, 2026
Lorraine Dodson-Gater was born July 12, 1955 to Maggie Ruth and Lenzy Dodson in Youngstown, OH. She graduated from Girard High School, and earned a BBA from Indiana Wesleyan and a Master’s of Science Degree from Indiana Wesleyan. Lorraine was a fifty year and a Golden Life Member of Delta Signa Theta Sorority. She married Daryl Gater of Youngstown, OH...
